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#22,261
Hi! I found a vintage coach bag (which you guys helped authenticate, thanks so much!) at goodwill but I’m new to this rehabbing thing. There is a stain on the back, not sure what it is- grease? Do you have suggestions on what to do? Should I put corn starch on it?
 
#22,262
vickenator said:
Yeah, I gave the pouch a 6th CPR a couple nights ago and it kind of sat on top for longer than it had previously without really soaking in... I think she's as sick of the CPR as I am, so I'll do Blackrock next and call it a day. I've abused her for at least a week now!
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It is funny how some bags respond immediately and others don't. I know I mentioned I had 2 station bags--one seemed much better than the other. Until I used CPR on them both recently--the one that seemed not as good turned into this beautiful soft leather after one coat of CPR. The other bag, even with multiple coats stayed about the same as it was before. It was fine as it was, I was just curious if it could transform like the other. lol
 
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HPNHPN said:
Hi! I found a vintage coach bag (which you guys helped authenticate, thanks so much!) at goodwill but I’m new to this rehabbing thing. There is a stain on the back, not sure what it is- grease? Do you have suggestions on what to do? Should I put corn starch on it?
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Is this the bag that has ink stains on it, too? Not an expert here, but I'd try Leather CPR to see if would dissolve some of the stain. With bags that I can't or don't need to bath, I slather the CPR on with a sponge, leave it for 1-2 minutes, then wipe off the excess.
 
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So I’m working on this soft satchel and all the handle ends are like this:
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If I put a dab of leather cement there do you think it will hold or is there another product I should use? There will be a lot of stress here so I don’t want them to separate again.
 
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MrsGAM said:
Is this the bag that has ink stains on it, too? Not an expert here, but I'd try Leather CPR to see if would dissolve some of the stain. With bags that I can't or don't need to bath, I slather the CPR on with a sponge, leave it for 1-2 minutes, then wipe off the excess.
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Haha, yes!! Good to see you here too :) I’ll try that. The corn starch did not work but wondered if there was a different method with it. Thanks for the suggestion!!
 
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Syren said:
I picked up a burgundy convertible clutch! It’s the most beautiful color and I really like the size of it, it feels very Lady like. Sadly I found what I think is mold on the underside of the flip out pocket. Boo. I’ll be searching through the thread to find some remedies. I’m assuming I should pretreat before dunking.

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This looks like a gorgeous color. Did you find out if it's mold? I can't wait to see it when you're done!
 
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valv54 said:
Trying to condition with cpr every few days. Looking better though!
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I have to say, that Degreaser product is amazing. When I saw your bag, post app O Oil, I cried a little. I did not harbor much hope for the beautiful yellow to return. But, Shazammm. Money well spent if you ask me!!
I spent some time looking at the product online. I am ready to order some just to have on hand. It seems it was developed for car seat leather and leather furniture for exposure to oil from skin and hair contact. The handles on my BT Bancroft are getting a little darker from use. I am thinking of trying it on that. And a little red Basic bag I over did with O Oil a few years ago.
Well done,
Edited to add, and get this, the product is recommended for, are you ready, Nubuc! :yes: Yes, you read correctly, nubuc.
 
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Lake Effect said:
I have to say, that Degreaser product is amazing. When I saw your bag, post app O Oil, I cried a little. I did not harbor much hope for the beautiful yellow to return. But, Shazammm. Money well spent if you ask me!!
I spent some time looking at the product online. I am ready to order some just to have on hand. It seems it was developed for car seat leather and leather furniture for exposure to oil from skin and hair contact. The handles on my BT Bancroft are getting a little darker from use. I am thinking of trying it on that. And a little red Basic bag I over did with O Oil a few years ago.
Well done,
Edited to add, and get this, the product is recommended for, are you ready, Nubuc! :yes: Yes, you read correctly, nubuc.
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Thank you @Lake Effect I think that leather degreaser is amazing! I really himmed and hawed over buying it. I had tried so many things at that point but it worked! It did leave a slight watermark (I didn't follow directions) but it's better then what it was. Lol. It works on suede too! I actually finished one can bought another!
 
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Catbird9 said:
No, you can't remove those. Just clean them as best you can with q-tips, toothpicks and paper towels.

I agree with others that removing the turnlock is really the only way to completely clean the verdigris. I also understand your hesitancy. They can be a bit challenging to remove and reinstall. There's nothing wrong with cleaning the turnlock as best you can without removing it.
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I think I'm going to go for it. At least try anyway. LOL!
 
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vickenator said:
I think dunking is worth a shot. Use vinegar in the bathwater (not sure how much, a splash maybe?) and stuff her with towels to absorb overnight. I have a feeling that dunking will do more than anything else to help alleviate the smell. I also do a CPR application after the bag is dunked but still a bit damp (technically I do the first application after towel-drying it).
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I can't get to it until Sunday but I think I'm going to give it a shot. I just don't think anything else will work. How long do I let it sit in the water?
I don't have any CPR so I'll have to order. I do have some Apple conditioner. Is that ok? Is there anything else I should use with the CPR?
Sorry - newbie. I just want to make sure I have my bases covered when I start.
 
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HPNHPN said:
Hi! I found a vintage coach bag (which you guys helped authenticate, thanks so much!) at goodwill but I’m new to this rehabbing thing. There is a stain on the back, not sure what it is- grease? Do you have suggestions on what to do? Should I put corn starch on it?
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From my rehabs, I really couldn’t say. Maybe others can. I think cornstarch might help more with a fresh grease/oil type stain.
The stain may lighten, or come out with dunking. Then conditioning will enhance the leather of the bag in general, making the stain less noticeable.
I’ve have the most success in removing water stains, which that does not look like to me.
 
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