Hermes Epsom or Togo leather

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Karyteee said:
I'm worried about Epsom skin wear. I've read a lot about Epsom skin that it's more vulnerable and harder to repair. I decided to buy a Togo leather handbag but still thinking about Epsom. Epsom skin has one big plus - water resistance.
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Epsom's not water-resistant. I would take Togo out in the rain (and do) but not Epsom. Of course, it's not ideal to soak any bag, but I have any Epsom SLG with water marks and no marks on anything Togo I own including Birkins and Kellys.

On the briefcase question and why it would be rereleased in Epsom, Epsom is lighter and less expensive than other leathers, and I don't think most briefcase-wearers put their bags through as much as a B35 tote goes through.

Lots of folks love Epsom and in the end it's really a personal choice, but you can see most folks here are recommending Togo in this specific case.
 
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De sac said:
In response to the OP's question on leather between epsom or Togo for a travel/workhorse bag - the response was overwhelmingly for Togo...While not a Birkin, I understand the re release of the Kelly Sac à Dépêchés briefcase will be in Epsom.

If correct, why would that leather be chosen for such a workhorse type bag? I'm deciding between both styles for exactly same use as OP!

Thanks to all who have contributed and OP for starting.
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De sac said:
Thanks for your views @Liberté. I think I was surprised to be reminded that Epsom can be difficult to repair, for a style of bag that is certainly carried for decades (wild assumption that owners change briefcases much less than handbags, based only on my personal observations). However, this is probably balanced out by the lighter weight of the leather, which for a high utility bag is a ++
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Edion said:
I wonder if the structure of a briefcase also plays a role here. It all depends on personal preferences. When I submitted my SO for Kelly depeche, my SA reminded me to take into account how the briefcase will look in Epsom and Togo. Epsom will give the briefcase a more structured look.
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My husband is looking to get a briefcase and he would much prefer the structured Epsom to the more tactile Togo, which suits a more slouchy look. Epsom corners don’t wear out that fast, it will be years. if not decades before they show visible wear. Also to clarify, when I said Epsom is water -resistant, perhaps I should have said water - tolerant. I would not go scuba diving with Epsom , yet because it’s coated it’s easy to wipe off water droplets or even coffee splashed...
 
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ladysarah said:
My husband is looking to get a briefcase and he would much prefer the structured Epsom to the more tactile Togo, which suits a more slouchy look. Epsom corners don’t wear out that fast, it will be years. if not decades before they show visible wear. Also to clarify, when I said Epsom is water -resistant, perhaps I should have said water - tolerant. I would not go scuba diving with Epsom , yet because it’s coated it’s easy to wipe off water droplets or even coffee splashed...
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Certainly Epsom can look more formal, Togo and heavily grained leathers can look more casual. For a very smart appearance Epsom and the other pressed leathers look sharp for work.
 
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De sac said:
Thanks for your views @Liberté. I think I was surprised to be reminded that Epsom can be difficult to repair, for a style of bag that is certainly carried for decades (wild assumption that owners change briefcases much less than handbags, based only on my personal observations). However, this is probably balanced out by the lighter weight of the leather, which for a high utility bag is a ++
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My SA actually told me Epsom can be easily fixed. Now I am not sure.
 
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