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I purchased this Station bag on Ebay. I have owned about 10 Station bags and I'm sure it is a fake. Hardwear has the wrong size (see handles), tag has three frames instead of two, stitching is messy for a 1994 Station bag, latch is sewn onto the flap, Number below creed looks like its stamped too low,...

Pictures include 2 other station bags for reference. The bag in question is always on the right.
https://picasaweb.google.com/106280...&authkey=Gv1sRgCMG76tSosJfpfA&feat=directlink

What do the experts say? Thanks so much for your input!
 
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ElizabethB said:
Good Evening Ladies! One to authenticate when time permits. Thanks....

1) Unknown pre '94 Brown bag -
Seller: in my possession
Link: http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/e...wn Brown Coach Clutch-Style Bag pre 94?page=1
Comments: a tad larger than a basic bag & with a divided outer pocket. A senior moment and I can't remember the name of this bag :(

Also, is it better to discontinue using photobucket? What is the preferred picture format since photobucket has changed. Thanks
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It is a Companion Bag #9300.
I think if you embed the photobucket images, they will show up larger. Or you can save the photos to your computer and use the paperclip icon to upload them.
 
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regiftgal said:
Good Afternoon :)

I don't think this is authentic. The creed is off center and I can't find any other similar purses, but it does look somewhat vintage, so I was hoping you awesome authenticators could tell me for sure :) THX

Item: Coach Leather Hand Strap Clutch Handbag Purse Pink w/ Rainbow Dots 5 Pockets!
Listing number: 221201182659
Seller: karmo.mn
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Coach-Leath...J4sZQPsGOUSGfxhgryKts%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
Thx for all your help :))
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It is fake. Whenever you see a bag with a creed that starts with 4C-, you know it is fake. The Coach imprint on the outside is in a weird place too. As you noticed, the stamping is off-center and goes off the bottom of the creed. It is a shame it got so many bids.
 
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whateve said:
You're welcome.
Check out the rehab thread. I've used Brasso, Wenol's, and vinegar with fine steel wool. Some of the ladies use a Drexel tool for polishing.
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I was reading through the rehab thread (so much helpful information!). But it looks like they coated the turn lock on this one and the gold coating is gone, so I wasn't sure if brass polishing would work in this case
 
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bittersweet33 said:
I was reading through the rehab thread (so much helpful information!). But it looks like they coated the turn lock on this one and the gold coating is gone, so I wasn't sure if brass polishing would work in this case
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Most brass hardware is just plated brass. I think they stopped using solid brass in the 70's. So most of the posts about polishing brass refer to plated brass. I have a couple of bags from this line. The brass has a satin finish so it isn't really shiny.
 
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Hyacinth said:
But I wanted to post Coach's own website photo of style 12291 the Ergo Editorial Large Canvas Tote, see below. (It's hard to see in the website pic but the Sig C pattern is woven into the fabric)
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BeenBurned said:
This is yet another reason why we don't trust Coach nor recommend buyers call them for information.

Although I'd like to see a full straight on picture of the creed to authenticate the bag in the listing, that is exactly what style 12291 should look like as evidenced by this Nordstrom link:
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/coach-ergo-large-canvas-tote/2971136
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Thanks! Searched and searched and couldn't find anything. I really appreciate the pics.
 
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lordbucko said:
Could anyone help identify this Coach Leatherware bag, cannot find it on any list and the number doesn't help... thanks in advance!
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It looks like a genuine Carlton Bag style 4132 from the early Soho line, early 1990s.
 
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whateve said:
It is a Companion Bag #9300.
I think if you embed the photobucket images, they will show up larger. Or you can save the photos to your computer and use the paperclip icon to upload them.
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Thanks for the info.

What is the preferred file size for a photo on this site? .......and now I feel totally stupid. Where is the "paper-clip" icon? Where I see to insert photo requires a web address. Guess I need assistance. ............showing my age :(
 
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