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I just got this one in. I believe it's authentic, but I've never seen this design before.
 

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HI !
I just received these bags purchased in a group on ebay/
THey "looked" good to me from initial pics, but I didn't examine details as much as I should have.
When I received them the bag that looks like a gladstone, has some differences from
others that I researched. Notably there are five footrests on the base instead of six; the zipper pull is different,
interior has only one pocket, and more less obvious details.
The leather, zipper, hardware, etc LOOKs right, so is it possible this was an earlier version of what would later be
a Gladstone? (There is no cloth tag inside with serial no.) I can send more pics if you need them. Thank you
Seller on ebay: yuliab2006
Auction # 311885897808
Auction link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lot-Vintage...D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557
 
HI !
I just received these bags purchased in a group on ebay/
THey "looked" good to me from initial pics, but I didn't examine details as much as I should have.
When I received them the bag that looks like a gladstone, has some differences from
others that I researched. Notably there are five footrests on the base instead of six; the zipper pull is different,
interior has only one pocket, and more less obvious details.
The leather, zipper, hardware, etc LOOKs right, so is it possible this was an earlier version of what would later be
a Gladstone? (There is no cloth tag inside with serial no.) I can send more pics if you need them. Thank you
Seller on ebay: yuliab2006
Auction # 311885897808
Auction link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lot-Vintage-Black-Brown-Dooney-Bourke-Pebbled-Leather-Essex-Doctor-Bags-Handbag-/311885897808?nma=true&si=%2BHTT0R5lVvl3JsMl80zu5E2J%2FX4%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557
All three are authentic. The Gladstone does have a few variations as you've noted, so it could have been an earlier model.
 
You're welcome. I went back and reviewed the pictures again, and I did notice that the shoulder strap on the Gladstone is probably not the original strap. Sorry I missed that the first time.

I had already figured it was not the original strap, though it is a D&B.
It is thinner leather, like the straps used on the tassel totes.
Thanks so much for bringing it to my attention though!!
 
I recently sold this Dooney online and now being questioned on its authenticity. While researching for more information on this style found this site and hope to get an opinion. Also approximately when they were made if possible. Thanks.

Item: Large Compartment Bag R432BL



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Hello again!

I recently received this dooney bag but i'm not sure about its authenticity. Hope somebody can help me confirm.

Thank you!

Item: Dooney Satchel with Paisely Lining
 

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