Seeing how it is a lighter color, I would use zit cream (benzoyl peroxide). Get the highest concentration you can find, without the fewest other ingredients, apply just to the stains, then sit in the sun for a day or two. Then clean it off and see how it looks. You may have to do it another time. Once the stains are gone, do a dunk and regular conditioning. I think there is a chance that the peroxide will continue to bleach over time so you'll want to make sure you get it washed out once you've got it to the color you want. The biggest risk is that your spots will be whiter than the rest of the bag but that is preferable to what they look like now, and I believe that if you remove the peroxide once you get it looking good, this shouldn't happen.
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If conditioner is making them darker, it could be that the surface of the leather has been damaged.
I use BR sparingly and massage it into the leather using a circular motion. The only places I might remove any excess is in crevices or on the stitching. I let the bag sit for a couple of days afterwards to allow the leather to absorb all the conditioner it can before buffing.
Jacynthe,
Thank you! I’m going to try that on the very edge of the ink stain to see what happens.
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whateve,
Ok! That’s a thought too! Thank you for sharing that technique. I’m going to try the alcohol first, I think.
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Has anyone here ever used Rust-Oleum spray paint in the brass shade or metallic gold to restore vintage coach hardware? One of my 1997 bag’s dog leash clips are pale silver in some spots because they were brass plated & the vinegar in my dunk water ate away the coating… 
Has anyone here ever used Rust-Oleum spray paint in the brass shade or metallic gold to restore vintage coach hardware? One of my 1997 bag’s dog leash clips are pale silver in some spots because they were brass plated & the vinegar in my dunk water ate away the coating…
I am now wondering how many bags have brass plated hardware. I thought the vintage had solid brass.
I know Coach eventually stopped using solid brass in the 80’s because it was too heavy from a post I read by @whateve. *sigh*, I guess it doesn’t look too bad since it’s only in some spots but I know it’s there so it bothers me lol
Eta: I’ve polished a tonne of 90’s bags without any issues, I just got unlucky with this one
I know Coach eventually stopped using solid brass in the 80’s because it was too heavy from a post I read by @whateve. *sigh*, I guess it doesn’t look too bad since it’s only in some spots but I know it’s there so it bothers me lol
Thank you Coachaddict4020 for pointing this out to me.
I know Coach eventually stopped using solid brass in the 80’s because it was too heavy from a post I read by @whateve. *sigh*, I guess it doesn’t look too bad since it’s only in some spots but I know it’s there so it bothers me lol
Eta: I’ve polished a tonne of 90’s bags without any issues, I just got unlucky with this one
, which bag is it?
@katev used Rub-n-buff to refresh brass hardware discolouration, but I can’t remember which color she used, also don’t know the durability of finish.Has anyone here ever used Rust-Oleum spray paint in the brass shade or metallic gold to restore vintage coach hardware? One of my 1997 bag’s dog leash clips are pale silver in some spots because they were brass plated & the vinegar in my dunk water ate away the coating…
It’s my Winnie. I’ve still been using it regardless of the dog leash clips but yesterday when I went out, I sat it on a table with direct sunlight & I could see just how bad the pale silver areas looked compared to the brass d-rings, something I didn’t notice much in other lighting. It’s only the strap’s hardware, none of the other hardware coating has come off. I have another strap that came with my second mahogany Regina, it’s the same dog leash adjustable one but it’s a lot darker & the tone is different so it doesn’t match. I think my best bet would be to take the strap to a hardware store & colour match using the spray paint samples
Here’s a pic, there’s no sun today so it doesn’t look too bad but you can zoom in to see the areas:
I tried a little steel wool on it & it does indeed remove the coating & show the silvery-ness underneath so polishing will only make it worse.
Has anyone here ever used Rust-Oleum spray paint in the brass shade or metallic gold to restore vintage coach hardware? One of my 1997 bag’s dog leash clips are pale silver in some spots because they were brass plated & the vinegar in my dunk water ate away the coating…
I know Coach eventually stopped using solid brass in the 80’s because it was too heavy from a post I read by @whateve. *sigh*, I guess it doesn’t look too bad since it’s only in some spots but I know it’s there so it bothers me lol
Eta: I’ve polished a tonne of 90’s bags without any issues, I just got unlucky with this one
Thanks! I’ll go look for her post about it!
I have used Rub-n-Buff in the Gold Leaf color to repair worn plating on Coach jewelry and I think that it helped a lot, see the link below.
Cheap, easy repair for worn plating on Coach jewelry
I have purchased and enjoyed a number of pieces of Coach jewelry over the years, both sterling silver and gold-plated items. I generally don't pay full price, I buy with PCE or at the outlet or on the FOS. I like Coach jewelry but I think it is rather expensive for costume jewelry. The outlet...
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But I've never tried it on the hardware of a bag because I don't think it would last and it would start wear off quickly in spots where the metal parts rub against each other.
I've also used Rub n' Buff to replace some worn plating on the Tony Duquette Coach keyfob 93101 B4 MC at the link below - and again I think that it helped - but a decorative charm doesn't get the heavy wear of bag's strap hardware.
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Here's a link to order Rub 'n Buff and I think you can find it at some hobby stores and on Amazon, too. If you try to use it (or Rustoleum or another product) to repair metal-plating, please let us know how it works out.
Rub 'n Buff Metallic Finishes | AMACO Brent
Formulated from Carnauba waxes, fine metallic powders, and select pigments for a finish no paint can duplicate. Get your easy-to-use Rub 'n Buff today!
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Sorry that I don't have a better suggestion!
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