Coach Rehab and Rescue Club

[Michelle1x]

Thought I would share this rehab of my Binocular bag. Just a couple of coats of Leather CPR and a finishing coat of Black Rocks and a small repair on the piping, but what was really interesting was the springlock replacement without any modifications needed to the bag. The first hardware picture is the standard Coach springlock, with the male part of the springlock washer "teeth" that bite into the leather through the skin side which when removed leaves unsightly holes in the leather, that most either fill or use a leather washer to cover up. The Loxx fastener male part has the teeth on the male part which attaches on the suede side then an oversized washer that screws onto that and covers the holes on the skin side. Change out the female side of the springlock (which is identical in application to the Coach) and your done. The second hardware picture is of the Loxx springlock compared to the original Coach springlock. with the Coach being on the top and the Loxx on the bottom.

hi there, which Loxx fastener did you use? I ordered this loxx fastener and it didn't fit for many reasons.

Pardon Our Interruption...

It is difficult to cover those holes left by the Chinese spring locks. The problem is, people tug at the bag there and after a few uses those holes reemerge from whatever filler you use. The Chinese spring locks are fine if you have a bag to give as a gift.

 

[Michelle1x]

Thanks! I love your beautiful bunnies and the crown is perfect!

The rabbit shown in my avatar was named HoneyBunny and she passed away of old age in early November. She will always have a place in my heart but we recently adopted a bunny from the local county animal shelter and we are so happy to give her a home!

Her name is Gracie and she is 2 years old. She is part Mini-Lop and part something else. Her ears are asymetrical and she's adorable! These pictures were taken at the animal shelter.

They have this variety of critter at the San Francisco SPCA in a tall cage with an open top, so people can see them. A few times a year these guys get out and nobody can figure out how. They jump over the cage. One time TWO of these bunnies actually made it out of the SPCA building and were hopping around Fillmore street, that was a sight to see

 

[Michelle1x]

Does anybody have any good thoughts on a path forward for this very beat up bag I have? At first I thought the brown stuff was dirt, but I did two test patches with saddle soap (see last image - areas circled in blue), and the brown remained. Maybe it is color loss? Maybe someone dyed it?? Or just totally dead leather, in the corners (which feel a little rough)...

Here's items I have:
Castille Soap
Saddle Soap
Black Saddle Soap (Arriving on Saturday)
Bick 4
Leather CPR
Blackrock Leather N' Rich
+ Horse Hair Brush, Nylon Brush, Sand Paper, Leather Cement

My possible plan:
1. Dunk it with the castile soap. I have slight reservations with this, there are some delicate spots, one piece of leather on the handle is mostly torn. It has a slight odor which is what is prompting me to dunk.
2. Use black saddle soap to restore color??
3. Bick 4 and then Blackrock and hope for the best.

Last image shows the areas I cleaned with saddle soap circled in blue. All other pics are before any cleaning. Thanks for any thoughts, this is my first restore!!!

If you have squishy handles the gorilla glue injection with needles (you can buy on Amazon) works well. These look pretty stiff though, which is one good thing. Squishy handles are a pain.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

Does anybody have any good thoughts on a path forward for this very beat up bag I have? At first I thought the brown stuff was dirt, but I did two test patches with saddle soap (see last image - areas circled in blue), and the brown remained. Maybe it is color loss? Maybe someone dyed it?? Or just totally dead leather, in the corners (which feel a little rough)...

Here's items I have:
Castille Soap
Saddle Soap
Black Saddle Soap (Arriving on Saturday)
Bick 4
Leather CPR
Blackrock Leather N' Rich
+ Horse Hair Brush, Nylon Brush, Sand Paper, Leather Cement

My possible plan:
1. Dunk it with the castile soap. I have slight reservations with this, there are some delicate spots, one piece of leather on the handle is mostly torn. It has a slight odor which is what is prompting me to dunk.
2. Use black saddle soap to restore color??
3. Bick 4 and then Blackrock and hope for the best.

Last image shows the areas I cleaned with saddle soap circled in blue. All other pics are before any cleaning. Thanks for any thoughts, this is my first restore!!!

Regarding the handles, here's what I did. https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club.833400/post-35779734

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

hi there, which Loxx fastener did you use? I ordered this loxx fastener and it didn't fit for many reasons.

Pardon Our Interruption...

It is difficult to cover those holes left by the Chinese spring locks. The problem is, people tug at the bag there and after a few uses those holes reemerge from whatever filler you use. The Chinese spring locks are fine if you have a bag to give as a gift.

I just purchased a vintage Chrystie bag with "slack" springlock. I'm guessing that means it doesn't work. We'll see when it arrives. If I need a new springlock for it, I'm going to use up my second from-China set of hardware I already have. I think we're still looking for the best possible solution for this...

 

[Michelle1x]

I just purchased a vintage Chrystie bag with "slack" springlock. I'm guessing that means it doesn't work. We'll see when it arrives. If I need a new springlock for it, I'm going to use up my second from-China set of hardware I already have. I think we're still looking for the best possible solution for this...

You mean you don't like the Loxx logo on the backside of both pieces of the spring lock right?
I'm half ok with that, as long as it isn't on the front. Sure it is not original Coach.
But the problem with the Loxx spring lock that **I bought** is it has a dimple in the front top. I knew that when I bought this from ebay but was trying for the fit, using the measurements provided by seller. These hardware pieces for Coach bags need very precise measurements that are impossible to get on ebay unless somebody posts it from the Loxx factory - but even then I don't know the precise measurements of the original Coach spring lock.

For me, based on my Loxx purchase I am better off with the Chinese spring locks which fit very well other than the hole problem.
But there are a TON of different Loxx's on ebay. It is hard to know which to try.

 

[Michelle1x]

The winning bid was $247.

$247 is actually a reasonable price for this, IMHO. But the problem with ShopGoodwill for me is, that ONE person who paid $247 may be willing to pay much more - if you get even ONE other bidder on SGW prices go ballistic. Like that charcoal duffle sac for almost $900.

Also for me, I pay California tax on all SGW purchases which is another 10% and then shipping. The tax puts me over the top on some of these expensive bags. This school bag at this price would have been $300 for me.

 

[Michelle1x]

I just purchased a vintage Chrystie bag with "slack" springlock. I'm guessing that means it doesn't work. We'll see when it arrives. If I need a new springlock for it, I'm going to use up my second from-China set of hardware I already have. I think we're still looking for the best possible solution for this...

I've got a green binocular bag with a 'Slack" spring lock also - and imho pretty much every 30+ year old spring lock is failing. Even if I could get this to barely hold shut - which is possible - after using the bag 10 times the spring lock is obviously going to fail.
I also have an avenue bag - same problem.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

You mean you don't like the Loxx logo on the backside of both pieces of the spring lock right?
I'm half ok with that, as long as it isn't on the front. Sure it is not original Coach.
But the problem with the Loxx spring lock that **I bought** is it has a dimple in the front top. I knew that when I bought this from ebay but was trying for the fit, using the measurements provided by seller. These hardware pieces for Coach bags need very precise measurements that are impossible to get on ebay unless somebody posts it from the Loxx factory - but even then I don't know the precise measurements of the original Coach spring lock.

For me, based on my Loxx purchase I am better off with the Chinese spring locks which fit very well other than the hole problem.
But there are a TON of different Loxx's on ebay. It is hard to know which to try.

The hardware I was looking at had "Loxx" embossed on the front.

 

[vw65vert]

hi there, which Loxx fastener did you use? I ordered this loxx fastener and it didn't fit for many reasons.

Pardon Our Interruption...

It is difficult to cover those holes left by the Chinese spring locks. The problem is, people tug at the bag there and after a few uses those holes reemerge from whatever filler you use. The Chinese spring locks are fine if you have a bag to give as a gift.

Here you go ............. the exact ones I used.

LOXX Fastener, Antique Brass, Smooth Cap

LOXX Fasteners, The Strongest, Most Versatile, Self-Locking, quick release fasteners on the market! These will never accidentally open, never rust, Precision engineered in Germany! These Fasteners are the absolute best and have a thousand sues from pockets and purses- tarps and clutches and...

makersleathersupply.com

Here is the link to the Loxx USA website, they have many applications for their fasteners so they have different types of applications, not to confuse anyone, but they have different sizes of washers that are used for different applications and how they attach. Try looking under the leather and diy application and you will find specifications. They also will sell the parts seperately so some selling them will mix and match washers.

Screws | LOXX® and C.S. Osborne & Co. | Automotive Fasteners | Industrial Fasteners | Marine Fasteners

loxxfastenersusa.com

 

[katev]

Thanks! He's a sulcata, which is the third largest land tortoise in the world. They are originally from Africa. I've had him since he was a baby, when he was about the size of a half dollar. His name is Charlie. I imagine he weighs 125-150 pounds. He is nearly impossible to move, although we have built a contraption to help us do so when we need to get him into his warm house and he isn't cooperating. He's a reptile so I wouldn't say he is exactly friendly but he is curious and will come to see what you are doing. If I get his attention, he'll come, especially if he thinks I'm going to get him a treat. He likes having his head rubbed and being sprayed with the hose during the summer. He eats grass, flowers and weeds, so we can just let him graze in the yard without having to feed him.

What a fantastic animal and it sounds like he has a good life with you!

 

[Lake Effect]

Regarding the handles, here's what I did. https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club.833400/post-35779734

Love it! Glad to circle back for that one.

 

[Lake Effect]

$247 is actually a reasonable price for this, IMHO. But the problem with ShopGoodwill for me is, that ONE person who paid $247 may be willing to pay much more - if you get even ONE other bidder on SGW prices go ballistic.

Agreed! I always figure out my max bid knowing someone may be willing to pay big bucks. And make my peace with that!! I have a few bags I was willing to go higher for but no one else was feeling it ( and/ or the listing flew under the radar) so I got lucky and paid less than my max.

 

[CaseyBoston]

Agreed! I always figure out my max bid knowing someone may be willing to pay big bucks. And make my peace with that!! I have a few bags I was willing to go higher for but no one else was feeling it ( and/ or the listing flew under the radar) so I got lucky and paid less than my max.

Same. I'm willing to pay for the few bags left on my wish list. I'm usually outbid at the last minute, which is disappointing but no longer surprising. There are sharks in vintage Coach waters!

One exception was a green Station bag, authenticated here first. I bid big (a gift to myself on a significant birthday) and fully expected to wake the next morning having lost it for $1 more than my highest, barely comfortable bid. Surprise--I won the auction! Comps on it are about what I paid and higher.

Now to find that elusive Derby 9904 at a decent price....

 

[Roro]

$247 is actually a reasonable price for this, IMHO. But the problem with ShopGoodwill for me is, that ONE person who paid $247 may be willing to pay much more - if you get even ONE other bidder on SGW prices go ballistic. Like that charcoal duffle sac for almost $900.

Also for me, I pay California tax on all SGW purchases which is another 10% and then shipping. The tax puts me over the top on some of these expensive bags. This school bag at this price would have been $300 for me.

Hi, there. I must admit your comment about a charcoal duffle sac (and the price!!) caught my eye. I find that most duffles alleged to be charcoal (or the real name, Flannel Grey) are actually faded black. One went on ebay last week. It was from post 1994, when grey of any kind was no longer a color for the duffle sac. Is there a way to see the completed listing on shopgoodwill? While it's a site I've used from time to time, I don't know the finer points at all. Thanks for any info or link that you may have.