Authenticate This DOONEY & BOURKE

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That was quick! Thanks! Do you know around when it was produced? I really like the feel of the leather.

Sorry. I don't know.

But you might be able to call dooney with the serial number. I think they can tell you when made and where sold. (I believe their database is extensive.)

@Catbird9 might know the age.

I'm sorry, I don't know either. I second BeenBurned's suggestion to give Dooney a call.
 
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I got this bag at Goodwill and I’m fairly sure it’s authentic. I’m wondering if anyone knows anything about this texture and what it’s called.
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I believe it was called the Wavy Leather. I had a similar tote. It's over 5 years ago, probably more. I seem to remember something snapped in and out.....maybe a zipper closure or pocket. I don't remember. Congratulations on your find. The leather was very durable.
 
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I found this bag at the thrift store yesterday. I am trying to verify it and maybe find out what type it is and when it was made. I am figuring that at one point it had a shoulder strap because there are d rings on the sides. Does anyone have a good source for replacement straps? Thank you :smile:

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I found this bag at the thrift store yesterday. I am trying to verify it and maybe find out what type it is and when it was made. I am figuring that at one point it had a shoulder strap because there are d rings on the sides. Does anyone have a good source for replacement straps? Thank you :smile:
If it measures about 12.5" x 10" x 3.5" it's an authentic Shoulder Satchel, style #R21.

It did originally come with a shoulder strap. (Here's a nice example showing what kind of strap it came with: https://www.horsekeeping.com/Dooney/SAT/968-zipshoulder-bonebt.htm).

Replacement straps come up now and then on eBay. Search for "dooney leather replacement strap." In fact, here's a nice one:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Dooney-and...-Strap-Gold-Brass-Toned-Hardware/392210191781

(Replacement straps are usually pretty expensive compared to the cost of the bag itself, I have found!)
 
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If it measures about 12.5" x 10" x 3.5" it's an authentic Shoulder Satchel, style #R21.

It did originally come with a shoulder strap. (Here's a nice example showing what kind of strap it came with: https://www.horsekeeping.com/Dooney/SAT/968-zipshoulder-bonebt.htm).

Replacement straps come up now and then on eBay. Search for "dooney leather replacement strap." In fact, here's a nice one:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Dooney-and...-Strap-Gold-Brass-Toned-Hardware/392210191781

(Replacement straps are usually pretty expensive compared to the cost of the bag itself, I have found!)
Thank you, I appreciate it.
 
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Is the zipper supposed to extend on both sides? I ask because one side of the zipper is tacked down with a brass circle piece and the other has the brass circle but isn't holding anything.

If it measures about 12.5" x 10" x 3.5" it's an authentic Shoulder Satchel, style #R21.

It did originally come with a shoulder strap. (Here's a nice example showing what kind of strap it came with: https://www.horsekeeping.com/Dooney/SAT/968-zipshoulder-bonebt.htm).

Replacement straps come up now and then on eBay. Search for "dooney leather replacement strap." In fact, here's a nice one:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Dooney-and...-Strap-Gold-Brass-Toned-Hardware/392210191781

(Replacement straps are usually pretty expensive compared to the cost of the bag itself, I have found!)