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And this MFF also from GW...
This one is a real heartbreaker...so much color transfer :( At best, I got a pristine vachetta hangtag and shoulder strap for $9.99!
2010 MFF Leah Embossed Patent Tote #F14729?
Any suggestions about color transfer on patent are welcomed...I've tried nearly EVERYTHING under my kitchen sink...Thanks in advance!

Genuine, can't help with the color transfer. Embossed(?) Patent Leather Small Leah, I think.

Thanks, as always, Hyacinth! Coach's patent leather is certainly some tough stuff...just can't get through the surface to the stains :(
Color transfer on Coach patent bags is permanent. It's not removable though you might be able to cover it, somehow.
 
It could have been a collaboration similar to the Estee Lauder/Coach package offered a couple of years ago. The Coach cosmetic case had an Estee Lauder logo zipper pull and was filled with Estee Lauder cosmetics..
I remember those!
Title - Vintage COACH 9990 Tan Brown Leather Spring Frame Shoulder Crossbody Pouch Purse
Seller - gidgetlovesfashion
Item number - 181620754987
Link - http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-COA...987?pt=US_CSA_WH_Handbags&hash=item2a4970ca2b

Comments: A question came up on the ebay boards about a listing removal for a supposedly authentic item (not Coach).

In looking at this seller's item, it looks good. Was this "customized?" Except for the grommets and lacing, it's indentical to others. None of the other listings for this style have the laced detail.

And if altered, shouldn't that be disclosed?

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http://www.ebay.com/dsc/Clothing-Sh...573.m570.l1313&_osacat=11450&_odkw=coach+9990
Definitely altered but I bet the seller doesn't know. Most sellers don't research every bag like we do. I wonder what ebay would do with a SNAD claim for that if the buyer figured it out after purchase.
Thanks, as always, Hyacinth! Coach's patent leather is certainly some tough stuff...just can't get through the surface to the stains :(
I believe it is impossible. Your best bet is something to cover it up. Maybe glossy acrylic paint or fabric paint? Once I saw something about someone who had removed a patent coating but I never could find it again and I don't know what it would do to the embossing.
 
I just got this bag that I believe it is authentic, but I am not expert. Could someone please let me know?

It measures approx. 10x9x5 one exterior pocket, one interior with zipper. Thank you so much in advance.
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I just got this bag that I believe it is authentic, but I am not expert. Could someone please let me know?

It measures approx. 10x9x5 one exterior pocket, one interior with zipper. Thank you so much in advance.
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It's an authentic Lightweights Bucket Bag from the early 90s.
 
I remember those!

Definitely altered but I bet the seller doesn't know. Most sellers don't research every bag like we do. I wonder what ebay would do with a SNAD claim for that if the buyer figured it out after purchase.

I believe it is impossible. Your best bet is something to cover it up. Maybe glossy acrylic paint or fabric paint? Once I saw something about someone who had removed a patent coating but I never could find it again and I don't know what it would do to the embossing.
That was Docride and the bag was a Hermes Kelly. Awesome rehab!

http://forum.purseblog.com/hermes/spooky-halloween-reveal-trick-or-treat-517603.html
 
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And this MFF also from GW...
This one is a real heartbreaker...so much color transfer :( At best, I got a pristine vachetta hangtag and shoulder strap for $9.99!
2010 MFF Leah Embossed Patent Tote #F14729?
Any suggestions about color transfer on patent are welcomed...I've tried nearly EVERYTHING under my kitchen sink...Thanks in advance!
I guess this should go to the rehab page but I tried removing color transfer lines from a Brighton crinkle patent leather bag, going so far as to put bleach paste on it and it wouldn't budge :(
 
Item: vintage Coach black leather hobo legacy messenger satchel tote purse bag 9966
Item no: 171634567236
Seller: christy1203
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-COA...6-/171634567236?ssPageName=ADME:SS:SS:AU:3160
Comment: serial no has K4H prefix and is same font as K3H fakes I've seen?
Definitely fake. I've never seen a fake K4H before. The pocket sizes are wrong too.
Thanks!
 
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