How limited is limited?

:yes: just depends on the specific bag, it's never the same.
And the boutiques may get a different # than the dept stores.
If you call 1-800 Chanel they can tell you how many the US boutiques are getting, NM can tell you how many they get, etc. . . .
If it SUPER DUPER exclusive every one will be able to tell you the total # produced.
 
Also, sometimes certain department stores and boutiques just don't order a certain style or color of bag making it even harder to find because it's only available at select locations.