BTW, great job on that rehab, looks brand new. You have set the bar high!
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You can try surface cleaning before Leather CPR and Black Rocks if you don't want to risk dunking her - perfectly understandable with that ink spot!
You could just sponge off the outside leather with a soft cloth and mild soap and water, or use a leather cleaner like Lexol Cleaner. For the interior you could try non-alcohol baby wipes. I don't know what to tell you about the stiff handles but conditioner should help, is the leather cracked?
I've only rehabbed one bag that had a huge ink spot. I gave it a bath and the ink ran and ran but the spot never went away completely - but that was a dark blue unlined bag - so it wasn't terrible. I agree that washing a light-colored, lined bag that is badly ink stained would be very risky.
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I have use Murphy's Oil Soap on all my tack when I used to ride horses, any problem using it on my Coach?
I wouldn't use Murphy's oil soap. We've discussed it before, and I think we decided the Ph levels aren't ideal for purse rehabbing. That is a special bag.
Some people use Saddle soap to rehab. That might be a better option. Personally, I think Saddle soap is for boots or tack, so I don't use it on purses. Something like Lexol cleaner might be better. I wouldn't dunk or do anything to make the ink stain run.
Thanks. I won't use it. Take a look after a quick clean and condition with Lexol Cleaner and Conditioner respectively. It's looking better!!!!
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The more you condition the edges, the better it will become. Great job! [emoji813]
My personal favorite for cleaning leather is vinegar and a magic eraser. Vinegar matches the ph of leather better and won't cause water spotting.
If you want, you can dab the ink spot with acetone. It might remove some of the ink, but not all.
Worth rescuing? It's almost a no brainer with a "Best Offer" bid.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-COACH...570.l1313.TR6.TRC2.A0.H0.XCoach+NYC.TRS2.TSS0
https://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-COACH...570.l1313.TR6.TRC2.A0.H0.XCoach+NYC.TRS2.TSS0
Maybe, but shipping is $12 so it is not as cheap as it seems. It might rehab well or you may not be able to get the stains out of the fabric. I would probably give it a pass but others may have different opinions. It is unusual and a vintage New York City bag.
If you decide to make an offer, be sure to ask about any smells - like mildew or cigarette smoke - because that can be difficult (but not impossible) to eliminate.
Let the bag sit after conditioner for at least a few hours or overnight, then rub with a soft cloth. I actually prefer a horsehair brush to buff my bags.
I use a horsehair brush to buff. One like this: https://www.amazon.com/Kiwi-100-Hor...id=1533519860&sr=8-3&keywords=horsehair+brush
You can also use a soft cloth if you don't have a brush.
Someone rehabbed one of these fairly successfully, I believe. If you are up to the challenge, I would give it a go.
Good morning all. I have searched this site and was unable to come up with an answer. I am looking at a Chasin Attache that seems to have the mexican striped lining removed throughout. Is there any replacement resources available for this lining? I fear not, but the bag is a fantastic price so I am tempted. How much would this detract from it's value? There are no indications of any tags. I don't necessarily buy bags for their value, i buy them because i love them, but want to make a wise purchase/investment. TIA
Is it obvious that the lining has been removed? Are you sure the bag was even a Coach? Does it have any markings? I have several Bonnie Cashin bags with the Mexican striped lining, and I think it would be difficult to remove the lining. If the lining was removed and it has no Coach markings, it is going to have significantly less value that an intact bag.