Authenticate This COACH - **see first post for format**

[Vlad]

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BASIC PICTURES REQUIRED (but more may be requested): If necessary pictures are in the listing, it's not necessary to upload and duplicate them.

• Front of item
• Back of item
• Full clear and legible creed text and serial number
• Made in tags (when available)
• Measurements
• For bags with turnlock closures, show pictures of back of female side of turnlock
• For bags with magnetic snaps, show pictures of the male part of the snap so that the numbers and letters on it can be read
• If applicable, search interior of bag and/or pockets for small white tag with production information and include a picture of that.

Thank you and be safe!

 

[whateve]

So this bag turned out to be the "Baby Courier". I did some research on Debi the Restorer's site and that's how I came across that name. Not sure if it's really called that but that's what I could find.

She had a dunking and that's when I noticed the zipper pull - has anyone ever seen one like this?

I don't think I've ever seen a zipper pull like that. There is a courier pouch small, style #9505. The courier pouch large is 10 x 10 x 5, which is very close to the measurements in the listing. What makes you think this is the small one?

 

[whateve]

Happy holidays Authenticators, could you tell me whether this bag is genuine please?
Item: stewardess bag
Listing number: 274590907873
Seller and site where listed: zain2255 ebay
Link: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/COACH-LA...=p2349624.m2548.l6249&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0
Comments: there’s not many pictures on the post. I got excited and bought the item. Waiting for it to arrive. View attachment 5283484View attachment 5283485View attachment 5283486View attachment 5283485

It appears authentic. There is no need to post pictures if we can see them in the listing. It's a stewardess bag #9525 made between the late 70s up through the late 80s.

 

[Hoku44]

I don't think I've ever seen a zipper pull like that. There is a courier pouch small, style #9505. The courier pouch large is 10 x 10 x 5, which is very close to the measurements in the listing. What makes you think this is the small one?

I have the large Courier and this one is considerably smaller, with a rounder bottom and the straps do not have the metal "rivets" around the buckle holes.

Here are more pics with measurements (the "baby" is still wet from the dunking FYI)..

 

[kaffeekuchen]

I bought this bag on ebay (link to listing) and it seemed authentic at the time--the creed was spelled correctly, etc... However, once it came in the mail, something about the leather just feels off. I have other authentic Coach bags where the leather feels thicker, the suedey backside feels rougher to the touch, and the exterior feels smoother. This bag does not feel buttery, and the interior feels almost like the backside of a vinyl tablecloth. But it matches many of the specifications of vintage Coach, so I'm just not sure. The seller does not accept returns, but I'm considering attempting to return it on the basis of inauthenticity. I wish I could have a bit more certainty, though.

 

[BeenBurned]

I bought this bag on ebay (link to listing) and it seemed authentic at the time--the creed was spelled correctly, etc... However, once it came in the mail, something about the leather just feels off. I have other authentic Coach bags where the leather feels thicker, the suedey backside feels rougher to the touch, and the exterior feels smoother. This bag does not feel buttery, and the interior feels almost like the backside of a vinyl tablecloth. But it matches many of the specifications of vintage Coach, so I'm just not sure. The seller does not accept returns, but I'm considering attempting to return it on the basis of inauthenticity. I wish I could have a bit more certainty, though.

The bag is an authentic compact pouch (I believe) , style 9620.

ETA: It's not necessary to duplicate the pictures here if they're in the listing.

 

[kaffeekuchen]

The bag is an authentic compact pouch (I believe) , style 9620.

ETA: It's not necessary to duplicate the pictures here if they're in the listing.

Thank you! I will try to clean it and condition the leather and see if that helps with the feeling. I guess they just used different leathers at different times/sites of production...

 

[whateve]

I have the large Courier and this one is considerably smaller, with a rounder bottom and the straps do not have the metal "rivets" around the buckle holes.

Here are more pics with measurements (the "baby" is still wet from the dunking FYI)..

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Oh yeah, that is definitely the small. I can tell by the rounded bottom. I doubt Coach used the term "baby" to describe it. Most likely it was just called courier pouch, with the large one having the additional word "large."

 

[Hyacinth]

Hi, it was completely an accident. I didn't realize that it would actually post because I had to go out of the site and come back the unfinished original was there. I apologize.

No problem, it's easy to make mistakes whether you're brand new or have been here for 10 years. Sometimes the forum has a mind of its own.

 

[Hoku44]

Oh yeah, that is definitely the small. I can tell by the rounded bottom. I doubt Coach used the term "baby" to describe it. Most likely it was just called courier pouch, with the large one having the additional word "large."

I doubt they did too. I was just using the term from Deb - not saying that her word/names are end all be all.. It was just what I had to go off of.

I did a search of 9505 and that was very helpful! Thank you again Whateve! I appreciate you taking the time to respond!

 

[Hyacinth]

So this bag turned out to be the "Baby Courier". I did some research on Debi the Restorer's site and that's how I came across that name. Not sure if it's really called that but that's what I could find.

She had a dunking and that's when I noticed the zipper pull - has anyone ever seen one like this?

The zipper pull looks like something a previous owner added.

 

[Hoku44]

The zipper pull looks like something a previous owner added.

I thought that too but usually there's a "break" or kink in the link(s) when adding something of that nature. I couldn't see any visible signs of such and thought I'd ask.

 

[lazysundays]

Hi Authenticators! Happy New Year! I would like to request your help in authenticating this item.

Coach Legacy Small Flap
eBay stemcki78
Item# 363672591929 https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Coach-Vinta...p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0

The front flap’s shape looks suspicious to me but I’m no expert. Thank you!

 

[BeenBurned]

Hi Authenticators! Happy New Year! I would like to request your help in authenticating this item.

Coach Legacy Small Flap
eBay stemcki78
Item# 363672591929 https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Coach-Vinta...p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0

The front flap’s shape looks suspicious to me but I’m no expert. Thank you!

It's fine.

 

[AuntieA]

Hi Authenticators,
I hope everyone is having a nice week. Could you please take a look at this bag when you have a chance? I just read some posts about wonky Sonoma creeds so I'm not too scared but I won't make a payment yet ..just in case. Thank you a bunch!!

FOR ITEMS LISTED ONLINE:
Item: Coach 4923
Listing number: 136116701
Seller and site where listed
Link: https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/136116701

 

[whateve]

Hi Authenticators,
I hope everyone is having a nice week. Could you please take a look at this bag when you have a chance? I just read some posts about wonky Sonoma creeds so I'm not too scared but I won't make a payment yet ..just in case. Thank you a bunch!!

FOR ITEMS LISTED ONLINE:
Item: Coach 4923
Listing number: 136116701
Seller and site where listed
Link: https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/136116701

It looks good.