"Replica replacement"--not looking for something wildly different like a guitar-type strap. That seems to be a thing but I prefer the classic look
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I would dye the inside also. I recently posted before and after pics of a light-colored bag that I had dyed black by a professional years ago, and I was very disappointed that he didn't dye the inside and it still looked bad everytime I opened the bag:
Dying a Vintage Coach Bag - Before and After Pics
In September I bought a "Made in the United States" large putty tote at the Savers Thrift Store for $13. Hyacinth authenticated it and told me that "It's called a Light Tote, style 4065 from the Lightweights line, probably right around 1990 give or take a year. It has an industrial-style...
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What do you rehabbers use to buff your vintage bags after using CPR? Something like a cotton tee? Microfiber cloths? A brush? Can you recommend a specific brand of microfiber cloth or brush if that's what you use?
Do you buff again after applying Blackrock's or similar? Using what - cloth, brush, or? Thanks!
Do you buff again after applying Blackrock's or similar? Using what - cloth, brush, or? Thanks!
I use a soft large horsehair shoe brush, but I only ever use it on my bags, never on my shoes.
Hey thanks so much for suggesting Tractor Supply Company! I was going to purchase some Leather CPR from Amazon or Walmart online, but I’m glad I waited. I saw your post and went yesterday to TSC and bought the last bottle they had in stock, $12.99! Amazon and Walmart has it for about double the price. Now I wonder where to get some brushes for rehabbing my vintage coach bags? I’m very new to this addictive Coach rehabbing thing and don’t know what (or how many or what kind) of brushes I need? Thanks a bunch!
I apply cpr with my fingers. I use a soft horsehair brush for buffing. I also have a stiffer bristled brush for suede. If I'm going to be doing some scrubbing I use a soft bristle toothbrush.
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I use a soft large horsehair shoe brush, but I only ever use it on my bags, never on my shoes.
ETA: @katev - sorry, I think I missed adding your quote re: horsehair brush to this post.
Is there a specific brand of horsehair brush you use?
ETA: @katev - sorry, I think I missed adding your quote re: horsehair brush to this post.
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Glad you were able to found the CPR at TSC and they seem to have a consistently good price. I'm in the burbs vs a rural area, so I try to get a couple when I do find a TSC. Some rehabbers have been able to get it at Dollar Stores in the states as well.
Thank you! When I went to TSC to buy the Leather CPR, I also saw this brush which is SUPER soft. Do you know if this can be used for buffing after conditioning with the Leather CPR?
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My horsehair brush is just Kiwi brand.
I have a Rayln Suede Care Kit (link below) that was given to me by a Sales Associate at the Coach Outlet when I bought I Wave Dreamer with suede panels. I have used it a couple on suede bags and I think that it helped to improve appearance
Suede Care Kit - Ralyn Shoe Care
Combines a bar to rub away dirt and a brush to renew the finish. Will not change color or texture of suede. For fast, dry cleaning of suede and nubuck shoes, clothing and accessories.
ralynshoecare.com
Wow what a beautiful bag! It turned out really really nice! 👍
Whaaaat?! Is that even the same bag wow 🤩! Please tell me what you used and how? That after pic looks amazing!!!
Thanks! As of that photo, all that had been done to the bag was a dawn dunk in the sink and one application of Leather CPR. After more leather CPR, color touchup with black leather dye, and some blackrock Leather 'n Rich, here's my bag looking pretty.
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