^ Thanks for all the advice, Baggiana. While I think the bag looks good, that little niggling feeling of doubt is not fun, and I definitely won't be bidding on that bag, no matter how fabulous a deal it would be if it were authentic. 
boxermom - No need for apologies! You have been doing such a great and selfless job authenticating bags here, and this by no means negates everything that you have done for the BV sub.
Off to start a new thread, to see if we can learn more about older Cabats!

boxermom - No need for apologies! You have been doing such a great and selfless job authenticating bags here, and this by no means negates everything that you have done for the BV sub.

Off to start a new thread, to see if we can learn more about older Cabats!