I don't baby it, I think it will last long because it is made with heavy thick canvas. Due to my weak shoulders, I rarely use it. Once or twice maybe. But It was my first gift from my husband so I keep it as a souvenir.
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I've been using mine, I have two with interchangeable canvases, daily for work bags. I've used them for years. I'm very careful and take care of them. They still look great. The lighter brown leather shows scratches from my nails, but not horrible, I'm just surprised nails can scratch so much. My black leather doesn't show the scratches. Light scratches, not gouging. I enjoy these bags, nice and casual.
ADVICE REQUEST!I purchased a vintage 2 in 1 Herbag PM 30 with both the beige and black canvas and black leather top/strap- I love it- it's a fantastic bag! So much so, that I am looking to add another to my collection only with brown leather instead. Does anyone know if the 2 in 1 backpack PM leather top will interchange with the regular Tote/shoulder strap version? Ideally I'd like the get the backpack for versatility but sometimes use the brown one on my black canvas too. Both are 11.25 inches across the top. I've attached a pic of my bag (black/beige) and the backpack I am considering- Anyone know? Thanks in advance!
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I have the ones with interchangeable canvases, too! I'm not sure how these canvases compare to the canvas used on the newer Zip versions. The knits seems a little thicker on the older canvases, due to the heavy weave of the Toile, but the only thing I do worry about is color transfer on the lighter natural canvas. The handle (in light tan, natural untreated leather) seems like vachetta -- I wouldnt use this one in the rain. Has anyone tried using Apple Guard rain/stain repellent spray on the handle?
I have not. I have a short distance from car to building, and just cover with rain coat or umbrella.
I just received my “vintage” 2003 black on black Herbag 39 and while I’m generally ok with the condition, I’m slightly worried about the wear on the leather where it meets the metal closure.
Pictures below: as you can see, the leather is slightly worn from the notch. Is this normal? I’m thinking if I should hack my Herbag and try to install a metal ring like those on the canvas.
Pictures below: as you can see, the leather is slightly worn from the notch. Is this normal? I’m thinking if I should hack my Herbag and try to install a metal ring like those on the canvas.
The hunter leather is very stiff and sturdy, so I wouldn't worry about it too much unless it gets much worse. It comes with the design, that the flap carries all the weight of the bag so it's a natural stress point. I took a look at my own bag and while there is a bottom indentation, it's not to this extent. I think to prevent further damage, try and hook the flap after the metal notch on the bar (if you feel around with your fingers, you can feel the notch).
No, the Ado/backpack canvas is not interchangeable with (PM size) canvas. The handle is longer on the PM. You could/can 'make' the bag come together, yet the two styles of Herbag are not made to be interchangeable, the top handle will come up short.
Just want to share my newly purchased Herbag 31
Beautiful! I had no idea these designs existed! Enjoy your new beauty.
Beautiful! I had no idea these designs existed! Enjoy your new beauty.
This is a new design available in Hong Kong shops in mid May this year. Thanks to my SA for my special request I love it at first sight
Would any of you Herbag owners recommend this bag for university? I would normally carry my MacBook in my arms, but would carry my iPad Pro, a notebook/folder and perhaps a book? Do you think that would weigh down the canvas too much? I wouldn't want the bottom of the bag to sag.