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Hey guys - my sis gave me this and I know NOTHING about DB! I appreciate any input ;)

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yes that is authentic and the leather will get darker over time that is one of the trademarks.
 
Hi ladies,

This looks authentic...but I have never seen a satchel without tan trim on the top or bottom that has side rings for a detachable shoulder strap. (Or at least that's what they look like to me.)

The inside looks absolutely authentic.

Has anyone seen a vintage satchel with these style fittings?

TIA!

photos from eBay.

Shelley

Got a response from another Dooney nut. I knew it was authentic but didn't know the name.

She says it's a very old speedy. (Looks to be in good condition, though.) Good luck!
 
I have been wanting a bag from the tattoo collection for a long time but when I looked a this one I just am dumbfounded.The bag looks a little too white and then the inside pics show there is....nothing.No liner or anything.You can see where the handles were stitched on.Think it is real? Plus when i was looking for this bag on the D&B site back when it was available I never saw this body style.Could have missed it though.So....just wanted to know what you guys thought about it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-DOONEY-BOUR...14&_trkparms=72:1205|66:2|65:12|39:1|240:1318
 
Found this bag at the thrift store, I"m unsure about it. Absolutely no tags anywhere inside, but the brass is all very good quality. It's a firm, shaped leather with a satin finish, no lining. The fob feels and seems real to me, but I'd love to hear your opinions..? Thanks so much,

Lori
 

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Hi Pattie,

Thanks for your input, and the links. I actually found an Ebay guide with a picture of the bag I have, http://reviews.ebay.com/Dooney-amp-Bourke-VINTAGE-Tack-Bags-1981-Fobs-amp-PHOTOS_W0QQugidZ10000000004594573. Take a look and let me know what you think.

It's a very early equestrian, I think, made out of bridle leather. It's definitely not AWL, but they made the first couple of years of bags out of bridle leather, apparently. Always learning... I've never seen anything like it, but the brass is really quality, and it says "solid brass" on it, with the "dog leash" type attachments for the straps. The fob is authentic, I mean, to me it looks so, it's very heavy, and I think one of the earliest circle ones.

I'm going to keep looking, because not 100% yet. The stitching is fine, I think, maybe the pictures weren't clear. I'll try again in the sunlight tomorrow. it's just a really different type of leather, the back of it is not fine at all, it's kind of strange. At this point I feel pretty sure it's either a 1982 authentic or pretty good fake Tack bag. I'll keep at this until I get something definite, though. Thanks again so much, I'm not doubting your opinion, but when I saw these pics and description of the tags, type of leather, etc, it kind of clicked. I really do appreciate your input~

Lori
 
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