Coach Rehab and Rescue Club

[katev]

I find it better to use more water and less product.
You want the suds but not the saddle grit sorta.
I use yellow saddle soap for all bags. If it's a black bag I use the black saddle soap, but not all the time.
Black Saddle soap is messy. Don't wear white or clothing you like as it does stain. Let's why you need a sacrificial towel.

You suds up and scrub in panels...then wipe off.
If you are not sure of black then just use the yellow .
I've only done a few bags with the black. Still prefer the yellow.

Another question about using the black saddle soap, does the color ever rub off on clothes? Do you have to let it dry for an extended period to prevent the color from rubbing off? Thanks!

 

[Narnanz]

Another question about using the black saddle soap, does the color ever rub off on clothes? Do you have to let it dry for an extended period to prevent the color from rubbing off? Thanks!

I haven't noticed anything myself as I've only done a few bags.
I tend to condition very soon after saddle shaping.
I can't remember if any came off while conditioning.
You could always be safe and give it a week or so.

Just remember that it is messy.
Don't wear white and use towels that you can sacrifice.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

So I have this 1980’s Twin Clutch in bone that I don’t think was used much if at all. But the leather doesn’t have a smooth glossy surface, rather a matte finish that doesn’t go so far as to be nubuck but kinda soft like that (even though the leather is thick and firm in its original shape). The verdigris is bad around the turnlocks and I really want to clean that at the least. I’d love to wash the bag and try to get the edges a bit brighter too since they look like they have dusty shelf wear. But I’m worried I’ll ruin the leather? Or make the whole thing even more dingy? Anyone ever deal with something like this? ThxView attachment 6092525

I had a bag sort of like that. Where it was so worn, it was suede-like. I thought I might have one of those inside out ruff bags, but no. I'm in the dunk it, and you can't hurt it group. Please share your progress on this beautiful bag.

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

Another "sad" bag for repair. I like this one! Looks pretty good other than the top handle rips. I have the Angelus filler and brown leather dye. I think it will look great!

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

I started work on the black court bag with all the indents. It's already looking much better. This is why I'm a fan of dunking.

Before photos are here: https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club.833400/post-36182094

 

[katev]

This is my first rehab is some time and I am mad at myself for waiting so long before restoring this bag, because it is a beautiful bag and it was a very easy rehab.

Long ago, way back in April 2013, I bought this bag for $25 at a thrift store and @BeenBurned and @Hyacinth both kindly authenticated it as a Suede Monterey Zip 6146. It was made in Turkey in 1999 out of genuine cowhide and it is trimmed with Italian Bridle Leather and and it was listed for $198.

The color of my suede 6146 bag is "Fatique" green but Coach also made a Top Grain Leather version of the bag (6145) that sold in 2000 for $238 and was available in black, camel, and linen colors.

My poor bag has been ignored and languishing in one of my many rehab piles for more that a decade but I never got excited about the idea of attempting to rehab it.

Recently, I started to look for a suitable rehab project that would make a good gift for my friend. She loves beautiful bags and has enjoyed a few of my rehab efforts in the past. I came across this suede Monterey Zip and thought that my friend might like it. She prefers simple, straight lines and dark colors so this seemed like a good choice.

Here are the before pictures of my poor, ignored bag taken in 2013 when I first purchased it; the bag was dirty and mishapen but it was intact. I will post the after photos next.

 

[whateve]

This is my first rehab is some time and I am mad at myself for waiting so long before restoring this bag, because it is a beautiful bag and it was a very easy rehab.

Long ago, way back in April 2013, I bought this bag for $25 at a thrift store and @BeenBurned and @Hyacinth both kindly authenticated it as a Suede Monterey Zip 6146. It was made in Turkey in 1999 out of genuine cowhide and it is trimmed with Italian Bridle Leather and and it was listed for $198.

The color of my suede 6146 bag is "Fatique" green but Coach also made a Top Grain Leather version of the bag (6145) that sold in 2000 for $238 and was available in black, camel, and linen colors.

My poor bag has been ignored and languishing in one of my many rehab piles for more that a decade but I never got excited about the idea of attempting to rehab it.

Recently, I started to look for a suitable rehab project that would make a good gift for my friend. She loves beautiful bags and has enjoyed a few of my rehab efforts in the past. I came across this suede Monterey Zip and thought that my friend might like it. She prefers simple, straight lines and dark colors so this seemed like a good choice.

Here are the before pictures of my poor, ignored bag taken in 2013 when I first purchased it; the bag was dirty and mishapen but it was intact. I will post the after photos next.

I didn't realize these had suede on the inside.

 

[katev]

Here are the After Rehab pictures of my Fatigue Green Suede Monterey Zip 6146 that was made in Turkey in 1999.

I just gave the bag a bath in Dawn and then stuffed it to shape it while drying. While it was still a little damp I applied Leather CPR to the Italian Bridle Leather Trim. When the bag was dry, I used a suede brush on the surface and then I buffed the nickel hardware with a soft polishing cloth; and that's all that it needed!

Here are the after pictures, the Fatigue (Army) Green is a difficult color to photograph because it changes with the light and sometimes it looks brown or gray - but it's pretty!

I have also inserted a photo from the (2000 Holiday?) catalog showing the Fatique Suede Monterey bags, including the 6146 Zip. I've also posted an image from the Wayback Machine for May 2000 of the 6145 Top Grain Leather version of the bag shown in Camel.

I hope that my friend will like it!

 

[katev]

I didn't realize these had suede on the inside.

Yes, it's a well-made and elegant bag and I should of rehabbed it and enjoyed carrying it myself years ago!

 

[Tilis]

Another "sad" bag for repair. I like this one! Looks pretty good other than the top handle rips. I have the Angelus filler and brown leather dye. I think it will look great!

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That handle would definitely scare me out of buying this bag . You really are a brave lady

 

[Narnanz]

Here are the After Rehab pictures of my Fatigue Green Suede Monterey Zip 6146 that was made in Turkey in 1999.

I just gave the bag a bath in Dawn and then stuffed it to shape it while drying. While it was still a little damp I applied Leather CPR to the Italian Bridle Leather Trim. When the bag was dry, I used a suede brush on the surface and then I buffed the nickel hardware with a soft polishing cloth; and that's all that it needed!

Here are the after pictures, the Fatigue (Army) Green is a difficult color to photograph because it changes with the light and sometimes it looks brown or gray - but it's pretty!

I have also inserted a photo from the (2000 Holiday?) catalog showing the Fatique Suede Monterey bags, including the 6146 Zip. I've also posted an image from the Wayback Machine for May 2000 of the 6145 Top Grain Leather version of the bag shown in Camel.

I hope that my friend will like it!

Yay...I love your indepth rehab posts.
I always learn something and get to drool over another new style.

 

[Narnanz]

Lunchbox completed.
For some reason I can't link the Instagram .

 

[Narnanz]

Current project..
I did dunk.
I'm glad I did...the water was filthy!!

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

That handle would definitely scare me out of buying this bag . You really are a brave lady

It doesn't look that bad to me! Glue it all back into place, then smooth the rips/holes with layers of the filler material. Sand it! Paint it. Structurally (everywhere else), the bag looks perfect!

 

[ConnieinSeattle]

Here are the After Rehab pictures of my Fatigue Green Suede Monterey Zip 6146 that was made in Turkey in 1999.

I just gave the bag a bath in Dawn and then stuffed it to shape it while drying. While it was still a little damp I applied Leather CPR to the Italian Bridle Leather Trim. When the bag was dry, I used a suede brush on the surface and then I buffed the nickel hardware with a soft polishing cloth; and that's all that it needed!

Here are the after pictures, the Fatigue (Army) Green is a difficult color to photograph because it changes with the light and sometimes it looks brown or gray - but it's pretty!

I have also inserted a photo from the (2000 Holiday?) catalog showing the Fatique Suede Monterey bags, including the 6146 Zip. I've also posted an image from the Wayback Machine for May 2000 of the 6145 Top Grain Leather version of the bag shown in Camel.

I hope that my friend will like it!

Really nice! I love how the bottom looks with the "wings."