Any advice for croc wallet?

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#47
pjhm said:
Wasn’t OP showing Louis Vuitton green croc zip wallet? Not Hermès
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She’s asking if crocodile wallets are worth it and since Hermès is so famous for their exotic wallets and goods in general, she probably figured she would get a lot (or the most?) of responses here. I would think the opinion of someone who owns an Hermès, Vuitton or other high end exotic wallet is just as valuable as the other.

I guess to stay on topic people should share their experience related to owning H wallets and not other brands.
 
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#48
ladysarah said:
My thought too... I would not buy anything in crocodile or alligator as it’s a very very bad environmental choice. In any case the wallet shown was LV and a bit confused why it’s here..:hrmm:
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I’m sorry for the confusion. I originally posted in LV and BV but wasn’t getting very much response after several days so I thought I would ask in H bc I believe there would be more people with exotic wallets that could share their experience with one.
 
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#49
Coconuts40 said:
I too have contemplated H croc wallets. I was very tempted a few months ago when I saw the most stunning Constance croc wallet - It was prunoir with a blue H. It was truly spectacular, and my intention was to use it as a clutch as I often like to run errands just carrying my wallet. The wallet I looked at had some scratches and for that price I wanted it to be pristine. They brought a wallet in from another store and it had a water mark. They had not wallets of that colour combo that were still sealed and unopened in it's box.

Unfortunately I declined the purchase although that was the most beautiful wallet I have seen. However I agree with many here, if you love something and feel you need it in your life, purchase and enjoy. I think I will get a croc wallet in the future but for that price it needs to be pristine. What happens when I get hold of it and start using it is another story...
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Sounds amazing! But I agree, you were right to hold off for perfection.....l until you make the marks.
 
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#50
krawford said:
I have a Bottega Veneta Croc wallet in Nero (black) and it has its place. This is my 3rd BV croc wallet over the years. I am able to put my phone in it which is a plus. However, my sister who only carries black bags and a full size wallet has taken notice of it and I may give it to her for her upcoming birthday. The BV wallet, as noted is quite a bit less expensive than the LV or Hermes. I personally would not spend that much on a croc wallet. I use my Calvi on a daily basis as I think it is one of the greatest little case ever made. The green wallet above is incredible and would make me smile every time I pulled it out to pay for something. I smile when I pull out my black croc BV wallet and that smile is worth a lot to me.
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Thank you for chiming in with your experience. Black matte sounds beautiful. I love matte finishes over the polished and I’m happy to hear it wears better. Wish this green one was matte. Sigh...
 
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StaceyLyn said:
Tanning processes may or may not have changed 50 years ago but that does not obviate the fact that the quality of the materials, the skill of the tanners and the final treatment of the skin are widely variably from vendor to vendor. My alligator/croc wallets are between 7 months--26 years old and the ALL require coddling, Hermes included. Some have fared better than others and matte has always held up better than lisse (shiny), regardless of brand.
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StaceyLyn said:
Tanning processes may or may not have changed 50 years ago but that does not obviate the fact that the quality of the materials, the skill of the tanners and the final treatment of the skin are widely variably from vendor to vendor. My alligator/croc wallets are between 7 months--26 years old and the ALL require coddling, Hermes included. Some have fared better than others and matte has always held up better than lisse (shiny), regardless of brand.
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Good to know that matte holds up better in your experience regardless of brand. Something for me to definitely consider as this one I’m debating is shiny. Thank you!
 
#52
blondissima777 said:
She’s asking if crocodile wallets are worth it and since Hermès is so famous for their exotic wallets and goods in general, she probably figured she would get a lot (or the most?) of responses here. I would think the opinion of someone who owns an Hermès, Vuitton or other high end exotic wallet is just as valuable as the other.

I guess to stay on topic people should share their experience related to owning H wallets and not other brands.
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Yes...thank you!
 
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One thing you may want to note is the use of the term matte, in terms of alligator/crocodile leather you will find it referring to two materials. The first is the natural tanned leather, not polished with agate which requires more conditioner but is much more resistant to scratches. The second is nubuck leather with is finely sanded to a near suede feel. It is a very expensive process and is rare in big designer brands. This method is more common in menswear but just something to consider if anyone is looking at other products than the ones featured in this thread.
 
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Louis.V.man said:
One thing you may want to note is the use of the term matte, in terms of alligator/crocodile leather you will find it referring to two materials. The first is the natural tanned leather, not polished with agate which requires more conditioner but is much more resistant to scratches. The second is nubuck leather with is finely sanded to a near suede feel. It is a very expensive process and is rare in big designer brands. This method is more common in menswear but just something to consider if anyone is looking at other products than the ones featured in this thread.
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My personal experience is that nubuck is the hardest to maintain.
 
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whateve said:
My personal experience is that nubuck is the hardest to maintain.
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I would completely agree, it’s incredibly beautiful and not something typically seem but you have to be willing to baby it if one is able to find it. It can’t be protected with waxes or creams which further adds to how much it needs to be protected. It needs to be brushed with a nubuck stone if it’s dirtied or gets scratched etc. Sort of the opposite of most suede/nubuck skins which are often considered almost wear resistant (ex. Nubuck Deerskin).
 
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Louis.V.man said:
I would completely agree, it’s incredibly beautiful and not something typically seem but you have to be willing to baby it if one is able to find it. It can’t be protected with waxes or creams which further adds to how much it needs to be protected. It needs to be brushed with a nubuck stone if it’s dirtied or gets scratched etc. Sort of the opposite of most suede/nubuck skins which are often considered almost wear resistant (ex. Nubuck Deerskin).
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You have so much valuable information! This is why I chose this forum to post.....I have so much to learn. Thank you.
 
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