Coach Rehab and Rescue Club
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A lot of it is in the Vintage Chat thread and the Reference Library, as well as in the What Coach are you Wearing Today. I don't think I've posted many here, at least not the after pictures. I did a rehaul last year and got rid of most of my vintage bags. My collection has built back up somewhat. I've only kept the bags I feel are most collectible and those that I enjoy using.
Win win!
Really, I just want the red Shoulder Sac. And the HG blue Legacy Rambler. And the coi sp? Fish fob. And the reindeer fob. And the periwinkle Belt Bag . . .
Really, I just want the red Shoulder Sac. And the HG blue Legacy Rambler. And the coi sp? Fish fob. And the reindeer fob. And the periwinkle Belt Bag . . .
Question about replacing missing straps here.
I recently got three vintage bags in mint condition - Carousel, Chauncey and Ergo Hobo mini - and the Carousel one is missing its crossbody/shoulder strap.
I may order one off Mautto but was wondering if anyone could tell me what width and length of the straps are? I say straps, because it seems to be two pieces belted together in photos such as this one.
And can anyone share better photos of the fasteners at the end of the straps, if you have a Carousel bag yourself?
I recently got three vintage bags in mint condition - Carousel, Chauncey and Ergo Hobo mini - and the Carousel one is missing its crossbody/shoulder strap.
I may order one off Mautto but was wondering if anyone could tell me what width and length of the straps are? I say straps, because it seems to be two pieces belted together in photos such as this one.
And can anyone share better photos of the fasteners at the end of the straps, if you have a Carousel bag yourself?
I don't have one currently, but I had two before. They have dogleash clips. The width is 1/2 inch. On the longest adjustment, buckled, the strap is around 45 inches long. I don't have any bags with similar straps at the moment so I can't tell you how long each section is.Question about replacing missing straps here.
I recently got three vintage bags in mint condition - Carousel, Chauncey and Ergo Hobo mini - and the Carousel one is missing its crossbody/shoulder strap.
I may order one off Mautto but was wondering if anyone could tell me what width and length of the straps are? I say straps, because it seems to be two pieces belted together in photos such as this one.
And can anyone share better photos of the fasteners at the end of the straps, if you have a Carousel bag yourself?
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Question about replacing missing straps here.
I recently got three vintage bags in mint condition - Carousel, Chauncey and Ergo Hobo mini - and the Carousel one is missing its crossbody/shoulder strap.
I may order one off Mautto but was wondering if anyone could tell me what width and length of the straps are? I say straps, because it seems to be two pieces belted together in photos such as this one.
And can anyone share better photos of the fasteners at the end of the straps, if you have a Carousel bag yourself?
What color is your carousel bag and the hardware? There is a brown and gold dogleash Coach Bennet strap listed on ebay at the link below:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/COACH-Blac...h=item260f9f7ba9:g:EB0AAOSwzhFcMV5R:rk:7:pf:0
Thanks katev - it's a British tan bag with gold hardware though so I'll have to keep looking on eBay too.
While I originally stumbled upon this thread when researching how to rehab/restore a bag I was going to purchase, it now has me thinking I need to rehab my own day-to-day bag. The leather is looking a little sad/faded. Question: how do you know when to “dunk” versus just a good conditioning? And has anyone successfully “dunked” a bag with the anniversary, striped lining? (I’m sure they have but I’m terrified about doing this...)
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I have the same bag as yours in black, and I have it in the whiskey/British tan version. Don't dunk it.
The whiskey one had lining that was really dirty when I got it. I pulled the lining out and scrubbed it with Soilove. It worked really well on cleaning the lining, but I also got the leather wet. I tried just going ahead and dunking it, but it dried with water spots. I've never been able to get rid of the water spots. I tried several things, but nothing really worked. I also had issues with the leather color running on to the lining.
For yours, I would use something like LeatherCPR or Skidmore's leather cream on it, then finish with a coat of Black Rocks.
Thanks for the feedback! I was already planning on getting some LeatherCPR this weekend and have Blackrocks on the way! Appreciate the info!!
It should come out great! If it still looks faded and you'd like the deepen the color, I've had good results with this stuff. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KIEA0IY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's pretty thin so I don't think you can put it on too thick, but usually I'll mix it with conditioner so it goes on even thinner.
Hello everyone! I have inherited some Coach bags and since that moment I also have my eye out for any at the thrift store!! I like the vintage and near vintage Coach for the way they were made and the quality of the materials. I have never worked with leather before but being a seamstress, I can appreciate their construction. I need some advice please on how to treat leather to keep my bags looking good and for those who don't look good, to get them back in better shape!!! I am seeking advice on the three following bags, British tan Prairie bag, BT Court bag, and Black Oliver bag. Prairie bag has a lot of scratches but they do not seem to go through the leather, Court bag has a lot of use, a lot of patina but worn. Oliver bag seems ok, I need maintenance advise please.
Thank you in advance!!!
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Hi everyone,
Do you have recommendations of where to buy brass dog lease clips and rivets that look similar to Coach's?
In an effort to stay on ban island I'm finally going to convert a few thrift store/old belts into purse straps to pair with my current bags.
Here is an example of them:
One is about 1.25" thick and one is about .75" thick. I'm looking for dog lease clips that look like brass that match Coach's aesthetic. I saw a tutorial using rivets to fold the leather in half and secure it around a d ring or dog lease clip.
The second one is a brown leather belt from Levis that was handed down to me but never fit. It must be at least 30 years old if not more and I would love to finally use it.
Do you have recommendations of where to buy brass dog lease clips and rivets that look similar to Coach's?
In an effort to stay on ban island I'm finally going to convert a few thrift store/old belts into purse straps to pair with my current bags.
Here is an example of them:
One is about 1.25" thick and one is about .75" thick. I'm looking for dog lease clips that look like brass that match Coach's aesthetic. I saw a tutorial using rivets to fold the leather in half and secure it around a d ring or dog lease clip.
The second one is a brown leather belt from Levis that was handed down to me but never fit. It must be at least 30 years old if not more and I would love to finally use it.