Court or Willis?
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I want a satchel because shoulder bags have a tendency to keep slipping off (and crossbodys are annoying to me), but I want it to be roomy enough. Is the Willis my best bet or are there other styles I'm not aware of?
I have both (vintage ones). The Willis is taller, and a little roomier. It's a good size because you can carry the basics without skimping too much. I carry a slim make-up pouch, another pouch (for a moleskine, gum, receipts and such), and a slim wallet in the large middle pocket, and slip my cellphone in the exterior back pocket for easy access. It has a decent amount of pockets, including an interior zippered one for keys. Plus the strap is adjustable. What color are you thinking of getting?
I found a black one on eBay & already had it authenticated here, but I've been doing some searching and also found a 9303 Bleecker satchel that's close to mint condition for a really good price. The Willis is an outstanding price if no one else bids on it. I carry a lot of stuff, though, so I need a roomy bag but not ginormous. The 9303 looks like a good size. Or I could wait and see if I stumble across a Madison Copley from Italy.
Argh! I can't decide.
If it comes to size and versatility, you might wanna stick with the Bleecker; you can always get a Willis, new or vintage, later. Good luck!I found a black one on eBay & already had it authenticated here, but I've been doing some searching and also found a 9303 Bleecker satchel that's close to mint condition for a really good price. The Willis is an outstanding price if no one else bids on it. I carry a lot of stuff, though, so I need a roomy bag but not ginormous. The 9303 looks like a good size. Or I could wait and see if I stumble across a Madison Copley from Italy.
Argh! I can't decide.
I also have an etoupe Chanel hobo so I really don't NEED a black bag. But I WANT a good, solid vintage black bag for not a whole lot of money. What to do, what to do ... 
Here are two of my vintage for size comparison :
Willis is an inch longer than the Court bag in length and 2 1/2 inches in height.
The court bag holds it's structure very well and weighs less since there is no dowel. Also top flap on Willis has more of an open gap that small stuff can fall out of if purse is laying flat. (since straps attach to flap on Willis and pull over time.)
Long straps on both are removable so they work as satchels. I love all vintage bag shapes that Coach makes !
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Thank you! Yes, I've been doing a lot of searching and researching. Found a few I like but can't decide.
I have a Bleeker and it is quite a bit bigger, but it sits very nicely on the shoulder and holds weight really well. I love my Willis, it really is the perfect size (not too big, not too small). It looks gorgeous too!
Thank you! That helps a lot. I would be removing the straps. Shoulder bags don't work for me.
Does the Bleecker 9303 come in British Tan? I'm becoming REALLY enamored with that color. I found a Willis in British Tan that's TDF.
Thought about buying it but I don't know if it's a good deal. Looks barely used. I know they're hard to find and pricey.