Help needed please! I really want an item in the metallic gold/ black hardware option (At this point I’m not sure what the uk is receiving option wise but there seems to be the medium c/f, mini rectangle (no handle) and classic woc). Chanel is a luxury for me and something I’m spending a bit more on due to unexpected covid savings of not being able to spend much on life generally in the uk due to a year of on/ off lockdowns (stores here still closed until at least mid April). The medium c/f is the equivalent of $8,250 due to current exchange rate. The only photo I’ve seen of the mini on here (no others anywhere) the shape looks a little squashy as others have commented on, I like a rigid/ firm look!) ideally I’d like the medium. I was concerned about the hardware and some comments on the forum but mind has been put at rest about that. What I’m now concerned with is reading that Metallics don’t wear very well which is worrying given the cost of the medium. I get my wear out of bags (my first purchase 15 year old black with silver h/W still looking good and going strong) and am ultra careful with them. So getting to the crux after my longwinded explanation, is it crazy to spend that much money on a metallic medium or is a better option going for smaller given potential leather issues??