Only scrub vigorously on the suede parts, not on the smooth leather.
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Only scrub vigorously on the suede parts, not on the smooth leather.
Update! I dunked the Court today and luckily, it only needed one dunk. Here it is drying and I lightly stuffed it right out of the bath to reshape it. I plan to use Leather CPR once it's almost dry to condition it. I think I will need to touch up the piping on the corners with acrylic paint mixed with conditioner, but I will see how it looks after the first round of Leather CPR.Hi everyone! I've been reading the posts and you have all inspired me to try a rehab of my own! I found this Court at a thrift store and while it is in pretty good shape, it could use a dunk and conditioning. This is the before and I will post after pictures when it's done. View attachment 3666834
Lookin' good!Update! I dunked the Court today and luckily, it only needed one dunk. Here it is drying and I lightly stuffed it right out of the bath to reshape it. I plan to use Leather CPR once it's almost dry to condition it. I think I will need to touch up the piping on the corners with acrylic paint mixed with conditioner, but I will see how it looks after the first round of Leather CPR.
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I was fortunate to find a vintage tote that is just like the one I remember my mother carrying when I was young. It's in pretty good condition, but there is color loss on the edges that I'd like to restore.
What are the products you'd recommend I use? Also can anyone tell me what year this bag is from?
Thank you so much, really appreciate your help bringing this beauty back to life.
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You didn't provide measurements but if it is briefcase sized, it is probably an envelope portfolio #5190 from the late 80s. If it were mine, I would wash it and then condition it with Leather CPR when it is almost dry. I'd use Blackrocks Leather n Rich at the end. The details are described in this thread many times.Hi there
I was fortunate to find a vintage tote that is just like the one I remember my mother carrying when I was young. It's in pretty good condition, but there is color loss on the edges that I'd like to restore.
What are the products you'd recommend I use? Also can anyone tell me what year this bag is from?
Thank you so much, really appreciate your help bringing this beauty back to life.
Ryan View attachment 3670644
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You didn't provide measurements but if it is briefcase sized, it is probably an envelope portfolio #5190 from the late 80s. If it were mine, I would wash it and then condition it with Leather CPR when it is almost dry. I'd use Blackrocks Leather n Rich at the end. The details are described in this thread many times.
How do you actually get out shoe polish? Also how do you tell there is shoe polish on it? By the shine or smoothness? I think I have 2 black bags that I am suspicious of.Happy Spring!
Whittling down my halfway-rehabbed pile, mustering energy to tackle the shoe polished ones...
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Wow, that Post Pouch is gorgeous!Happy Spring!
Whittling down my halfway-rehabbed pile, mustering energy to tackle the shoe polished ones...
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