Authenticate This LOUIS VUITTON - Read 1st Post BEFORE POSTING!

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Sorry for the multiple posts - my phone does not allow me to post the maximum (says size too big)
 

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She will not authenticate without a link. You may use a professional authenticating service if you want it authenticated.

That’s fine. I think I’ve done enough of my own research to say that it’s a replica. The chaps and stitching do not match at all. I’ve researched a bunch of speedys and have gone through some LV books I have. Thanks.
 
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