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Minchanka said:
No, I don’t think it was any of that. The bag doesn’t look abused - no stains, etc, and, surprisingly, no patina. I think some sort of alcohol based cleaning product might have been used regularly on it. The scratches are thin, but deep - might be a kitty’s job. But the most puzzling thing is the untimely demise of the hangtag, I think it just points to an unfortunate batch of leather. When I dunked the hangtag, it looked like it was about to dissolve. There are a couple of inner pockets where the leather shouldn’t be affected by dyeing or shoe polish; it’s the same color and pretty stiff too. Another possibility is that this bag once got very, very wet (fell into water?) and was dried next to a radiator or in the sun without any moisturizer.
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Here is the poor thing now. I used one of the stray straps that I had. If the bag were in better shape, I would take it to the cobbler to replace the buckles with D-rings and add a kick ass wide colorful strap. But I don’t want to spend any more $$$ on it.
 
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katev said:
I have used a product called Rub N Buff to repair worn plating on Coach jewelry and fobs but I have never tried it on the hardware on a bag. I don't know how well it will wear, but it is cheap and easy to use, see the link below:
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Cyanide Rose said:
Thanks! I will look in to that. It can’t hurt at all at this point [emoji4]
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I used Rub N Buff, followed by a light coat of clear nail polish, on this wallet button:

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After 2 years, the finish has rubbed off a bit. My tube of Rub N Buff dried out about a year ago, so if I wanted to refinish this, I'd have to buy more.

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It would be interesting to try Rub N Buff on that zipper pull, but just a warning: you'll want to be careful not to get it on the leather.
 
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Minchanka said:
No, I don’t think it was any of that. The bag doesn’t look abused - no stains, etc, and, surprisingly, no patina. I think some sort of alcohol based cleaning product might have been used regularly on it. The scratches are thin, but deep - might be a kitty’s job. But the most puzzling thing is the untimely demise of the hangtag, I think it just points to an unfortunate batch of leather. When I dunked the hangtag, it looked like it was about to dissolve. There are a couple of inner pockets where the leather shouldn’t be affected by dyeing or shoe polish; it’s the same color and pretty stiff too. Another possibility is that this bag once got very, very wet (fell into water?) and was dried next to a radiator or in the sun without any moisturizer.
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Both of those explanations make sense (alcohol, or overdrying).
 
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ArengoKC said:
Hi! I have recently purchased this cute emmie flap bag. Would just like to know what these spots on the leather are? Would dunking the bag help even it out? Thank you!
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I think there is a good chance it is mold. If you are lucky, something just splattered it and will wash out. I would give it a bath and add vinegar to the rinse. If it is mold, you need to make sure it is dead.
 
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Catbird9 said:
I used Rub N Buff, followed by a light coat of clear nail polish, on this wallet button:

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After 2 years, the finish has rubbed off a bit. My tube of Rub N Buff dried out about a year ago, so if I wanted to refinish this, I'd have to buy more.

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It would be interesting to try Rub N Buff on that zipper pull, but just a warning: you'll want to be careful not to get it on the leather.
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Thanks, I will definitely keep that in mind. I just want it to look a bit better [emoji4]
 
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I got this 65th Anniversary Legacy wallet for $12. I wanted to see if I could fix this glued-on velcro mess (who would do such a thing??!!)

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Aside from verdigris around the hardware, the rest of the wallet was in good shape.

I cleaned off the verdigris and then went to work on the velcro. Surprisingly, I was able to get most of it off with gentle but persistent prying with my fingernails. I then massaged some Goo Gone on it with my fingertips, then blotted with a clean cloth. Most of the stain came out except for a few small spots of hardened yellow glue residue.

The finish was ruined, but I decided I could cover it up somehow. While looking for fabric paint at Michael's, I found this great butterfly applique for $1.37. Problem solved!

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Catbird9 said:
I got this 65th Anniversary Legacy wallet for $12. I wanted to see if I could fix this glued-on velcro mess (who would do such a thing??!!)

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Aside from verdigris around the hardware, the rest of the wallet was in good shape.

I cleaned off the verdigris and then went to work on the velcro. Surprisingly, I was able to get most of it off with gentle but persistent prying with my fingernails. I then massaged some Goo Gone on it with my fingertips, then blotted with a clean cloth. Most of the stain came out except for a few small spots of hardened yellow glue residue.

The finish was ruined, but I decided I could cover it up somehow. While looking for fabric paint at Michael's, I found this great butterfly applique for $1.37. Problem solved!

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What a cute little wallet. I love butterflies [emoji4]
 
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whateve said:
I think there is a good chance it is mold. If you are lucky, something just splattered it and will wash out. I would give it a bath and add vinegar to the rinse. If it is mold, you need to make sure it is dead.
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Thanks, whateve. As usual, you’ve been very informative and helpful. Just want to ask, has anybody been successful in taking out mold spots? I understand even if you kill the mold, the spots will remain right?
 
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ArengoKC said:
Thanks, whateve. As usual, you’ve been very informative and helpful. Just want to ask, has anybody been successful in taking out mold spots? I understand even if you kill the mold, the spots will remain right?
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I think they will remain. They might clean up if the mold hasn't damaged the leather. The only time I remember a bag with mold, the leather had turned hard where the spots were, so it was too far gone.
 
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Catbird9 said:
I got this 65th Anniversary Legacy wallet for $12. I wanted to see if I could fix this glued-on velcro mess (who would do such a thing??!!)

View attachment 4341714

Aside from verdigris around the hardware, the rest of the wallet was in good shape.

I cleaned off the verdigris and then went to work on the velcro. Surprisingly, I was able to get most of it off with gentle but persistent prying with my fingernails. I then massaged some Goo Gone on it with my fingertips, then blotted with a clean cloth. Most of the stain came out except for a few small spots of hardened yellow glue residue.

The finish was ruined, but I decided I could cover it up somehow. While looking for fabric paint at Michael's, I found this great butterfly applique for $1.37. Problem solved!

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Great plan! Looks good. It's amazing how much gunk on handbags can actually just be picked off. I picked off what looked like white paint or liquid paper off that trashed courier bag I washed yesterday. Came right off.

I bought the same wallet from Goodwill recently only mine is whiteish and patent leather and I must admit I don't know how to rehab it. From what I understand marks don't come out of shiny patent leather easily. It is cute and not too awful anyway, just a few little marks here and there. I love the lining.
 
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