Coach Rehab and Rescue Club

[Tilis]

Any idea what type or brand to use?
Something artistic? I'm not artsy in any way so that wouldn't be an option for me.

I bought some Aileen's Leather glue, but have not used it, as I opted to put a rivet in, rather than glueing. @ConnieinSeattle is using Aileen's if I remember correctly. There seems to be enough room on the loop itself to attach some small leather gizmo (etsy I think Connie got hers) to cover up the glue/stitch joint; then actually glueing the gizmo to the loop to hide the fix ? Connie ?
There does not seem to be a truly good solution to that tear and it seems to be a matter of best fix.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

I bought some Aileen's Leather glue, but have not used it, as I opted to put a rivet in, rather than glueing. @ConnieinSeattle is using Aileen's if I remember correctly. There seems to be enough room on the loop itself to attach some small leather gizmo (etsy I think Connie got hers) to cover up the glue/stitch joint; then actually glueing the gizmo to the loop to hide the fix ? Connie ?
There does not seem to be a truly good solution to that tear and it seems to be a matter of best fix.

When something is too unsightly for me, I'll either dye the bag or use a leather flower to cover it. Depending on my purpose, I'll use Aileens leather glue, or petronios' all purpose cement, or superglue. I'm remembering the superglue ad from years ago where the construction worker is dangling from a steel beam by his hard hat. They glued the hat to the beam, and then it would hold his weight. For DL's bag, I'd consider superglue!

 

[whateve]

I bought some Aileen's Leather glue, but have not used it, as I opted to put a rivet in, rather than glueing. @ConnieinSeattle is using Aileen's if I remember correctly. There seems to be enough room on the loop itself to attach some small leather gizmo (etsy I think Connie got hers) to cover up the glue/stitch joint; then actually glueing the gizmo to the loop to hide the fix ? Connie ?
There does not seem to be a truly good solution to that tear and it seems to be a matter of best fix.

For a stress point like those loops I wouldn't just use glue over the tear. I would attach something reinforcing that spanned over the tear on the backside of the leather. I think I did it once with interfacing.

 

[Narnanz]

Update...I couldn't be bothered doing several posts...so put it as a one with I think 11 or 12 films.

 

[Narnanz]

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

This is fun, sharing progress reports. Here's how my Ritchie is doing. I put on three layers of the Angelus filler, sanding between each one. Now I've just added some recolorant-- for British Tan leather. Letting it dry. Then I'll condition with leather cpr and see what's what. so far, I like the filler product. The saphir looks a better match in person than in the photos. I may still have to tweak the color some more. The strap is still "yikes!" I have a black stewardess with rips by the strap and opening. I'm eager to try this Angelus filler on that, much easier to match black dye.

 

[vw65vert]

This is fun, sharing progress reports. Here's how my Ritchie is doing. I put on three layers of the Angelus filler, sanding between each one. Now I've just added some recolorant-- for British Tan leather. Letting it dry. Then I'll condition with leather cpr and see what's what. so far, I like the filler product. The saphir looks a better match in person than in the photos. I may still have to tweak the color some more. The strap is still "yikes!" I have a black stewardess with rips by the strap and opening. I'm eager to try this Angelus filler on that, much easier to match black dye.

Try mixing a little dye into the Angelus to tint it with a tooth pick before applying it. It will be easier when you are ready to cover it up the repair with dye than the blinding white of the Angelus filler. Think of the painters trick to tint primer the same color as the main color paint to get better coverage and prevent bleed through. I have used the Angelus on the splits on my black NYC Stewardess strap and it works great.

 

[tamagomomi]

Hello all! I have recently purchased a Rogue Satchel bag in Chalk which I intend to restore as my first big restoring project!

Curiously, the suede and interior are in perfect condition and look unused, but the outside leather is very dingy/discolored and has quite a few stains. Due to the color of the stains, I'm guessing red wine and grime...

I've started to clean it using a leather cleaning cream and there is a lot of dirt coming out - I'm considering giving it a gentle brush scrub with water and detergent, but I really don't want to risk wetting the inside and the outside suede pockets, as they are in mint condition. Does anyone think this bag would benefit from a gentle, surface-only detergent wash? I'm also considering spot treating with acetone or peroxide but hesitant due to the risk of ruining/worsening the stains.

Due to the chalk color and the level of staining, I'm also heavily considering dying it another color. I've seen it mentioned a few times on the internet about how white/cream-colored bags are good bases for leather dyes. Perhaps a burgundy or a brown? I'm a bit worried about staining/irregular color and also considering black for the dye, as it seems to be easier to not mess up (at least in my mind haha).

The bag is also missing a front rivet (?) thingy which attaches the handle to the bag. I am planning on buying a standard Chicago Screw Rivet (at least that's what I think it is called) and switching one of the original rivets on the back side of the bag, where the long strap attaches, to the front.

 

[pammbw]

A very minimal rehab here. I had this strap from a thrifting outing...stuck it on the bag to replace the corroded one. I don't "love" the strap but the bag is going to be for sale, so someone might like it. I did leather CPR. And I also used edgekote along one area.

Looks great!

 

[pammbw]

Hello all! I have recently purchased a Rogue Satchel bag in Chalk which I intend to restore as my first big restoring project!

Curiously, the suede and interior are in perfect condition and look unused, but the outside leather is very dingy/discolored and has quite a few stains. Due to the color of the stains, I'm guessing red wine and grime...

I've started to clean it using a leather cleaning cream and there is a lot of dirt coming out - I'm considering giving it a gentle brush scrub with water and detergent, but I really don't want to risk wetting the inside and the outside suede pockets, as they are in mint condition. Does anyone think this bag would benefit from a gentle, surface-only detergent wash? I'm also considering spot treating with acetone or peroxide but hesitant due to the risk of ruining/worsening the stains.

Due to the chalk color and the level of staining, I'm also heavily considering dying it another color. I've seen it mentioned a few times on the internet about how white/cream-colored bags are good bases for leather dyes. Perhaps a burgundy or a brown? I'm a bit worried about staining/irregular color and also considering black for the dye, as it seems to be easier to not mess up (at least in my mind haha

I would probably try the surface cleaning first, a few rounds of saddle soap alternating with CPR and see where you are before moving to anything more drastic. Let it rest a couple days and see what it looks like.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

Try mixing a little dye into the Angelus to tint it with a tooth pick before applying it. It will be easier when you are ready to cover it up the repair with dye than the blinding white of the Angelus filler. Think of the painters trick to tint primer the same color as the main color paint to get better coverage and prevent bleed through. I have used the Angelus on the splits on my black NYC Stewardess strap and it works great.

Thank you! I will.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

Strap discussion! I've seen really nice condition vintage straps. And I've seen "no hope" vintage straps. It's interesting to see both of these happening in the same strap! The Ritchie with ripped corners' strap. Former user tied it in a knot. And the rest of the leather got stretched and corroded. The knot's leather was protected, and shows you what the leather was/should be. It's different thicknesses, it's different colors. I'm trying filler to smooth out the shredded surface, but it looks "plastic-y." I did buy a replacement strap for this bag, a gold chain. Ritchie himself, coming along nicely! He got Leather CPR'd this morning.

 

[whateve]

Hello all! I have recently purchased a Rogue Satchel bag in Chalk which I intend to restore as my first big restoring project!

Curiously, the suede and interior are in perfect condition and look unused, but the outside leather is very dingy/discolored and has quite a few stains. Due to the color of the stains, I'm guessing red wine and grime...

I've started to clean it using a leather cleaning cream and there is a lot of dirt coming out - I'm considering giving it a gentle brush scrub with water and detergent, but I really don't want to risk wetting the inside and the outside suede pockets, as they are in mint condition. Does anyone think this bag would benefit from a gentle, surface-only detergent wash? I'm also considering spot treating with acetone or peroxide but hesitant due to the risk of ruining/worsening the stains.

Due to the chalk color and the level of staining, I'm also heavily considering dying it another color. I've seen it mentioned a few times on the internet about how white/cream-colored bags are good bases for leather dyes. Perhaps a burgundy or a brown? I'm a bit worried about staining/irregular color and also considering black for the dye, as it seems to be easier to not mess up (at least in my mind haha).

The bag is also missing a front rivet (?) thingy which attaches the handle to the bag. I am planning on buying a standard Chicago Screw Rivet (at least that's what I think it is called) and switching one of the original rivets on the back side of the bag, where the long strap attaches, to the front.

This could be a good candidate for zit cream, benzoyl peroxide. Apply it just to the stains with a toothpick or small paintbrush and let it sit overnight, possibly out in the sun. Clean it off in the morning with leather cleaner, conditioner, or vinegar. It should bleach them out as long as they are actual stains and not worn areas. You don't have much to lose as you can still dye it if you aren't happy with the results.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

Strap discussion! I've seen really nice condition vintage straps. And I've seen "no hope" vintage straps. It's interesting to see both of these happening in the same strap! The Ritchie with ripped corners' strap. Former user tied it in a knot. And the rest of the leather got stretched and corroded. The knot's leather was protected, and shows you what the leather was/should be. It's different thicknesses, it's different colors. I'm trying filler to smooth out the shredded surface, but it looks "plastic-y." I did buy a replacement strap for this bag, a gold chain. Ritchie himself, coming along nicely! He got Leather CPR'd this morning.

Replacement strap arrived today! I like it.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

Next up! 1992 Gallery Bag. It needs filler, got a chunk out of it and also the strap needs reattaching. I can already tell it's a beautiful, majestic bag! Dark blue.