City Steamer Noir - which leather?

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The City Steamer is a great bag, no matter which leather. The smooth calf leather keep its shape longer, the handles age nicely with no problems and is a bit lighter but slightly more delicate. The grainy leather doesn't scratch as easily, but is a bit heavier, will slightly slouch with lots of use and be a bit careful with the handles. I have both leather and love their pro and cons :amuse:
 
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thewave1969 said:
The City Steamer is a great bag, no matter which leather. The smooth calf leather keep its shape longer, the handles age nicely with no problems and is a bit lighter but slightly more delicate. The grainy leather doesn't scratch as easily, but is a bit heavier, will slightly slouch with lots of use and be a bit careful with the handles. I have both leather and love their pro and cons :amuse:
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I unfortunately can't buy both lol. I tried the grainy leather in-store and it felt heavy. I didn't know it came in smooth leather at that time so didn't try that on. :sad:

What is the issue with the handle on the grainy leather? Is there something that will help prevent the slouching?
 
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thewave1969 said:
The City Steamer is a great bag, no matter which leather. The smooth calf leather keep its shape longer, the handles age nicely with no problems and is a bit lighter but slightly more delicate. The grainy leather doesn't scratch as easily, but is a bit heavier, will slightly slouch with lots of use and be a bit careful with the handles. I have both leather and love their pro and cons :amuse:
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I totally agree with you. I have the smooth calf for a year now and its still beautiful with no signs of wear at all.
 
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Purse*Lover said:
I unfortunately can't buy both lol. I tried the grainy leather in-store and it felt heavy. I didn't know it came in smooth leather at that time so didn't try that on. :sad:

What is the issue with the handle on the grainy leather? Is there something that will help prevent the slouching?
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Just my opinion, but I prefer the feel of the smooth handles in my hand. The grainy handles will soften a bit more if you wear it all the times, while smooth leather will soften a bit less. Nothing out of the ordinary as as basically with any other leather handbag there will be a certain amount of wear. Get one, you'll love it!
 
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Thank you for your input. I am visiting my local store this weekend to chose a bag and this is top of my list. (Twist is a close second)

thewave1969 said:
The City Steamer is a great bag, no matter which leather. The smooth calf leather keep its shape longer, the handles age nicely with no problems and is a bit lighter but slightly more delicate. The grainy leather doesn't scratch as easily, but is a bit heavier, will slightly slouch with lots of use and be a bit careful with the handles. I have both leather and love their pro and cons :amuse:
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marvelyngarasi said:
I totally agree with you. I have the smooth calf for a year now and its still beautiful with no signs of wear at all.
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