How should I get my Sac Plat?

[louislover260]

I have always like the Sac Plat... but have a problem paying $1,000 for a brand new one.

If I were to buy one for a good price for like $400-$500 on eBay or Bonanzle, how much would handle replacement cost? I really dislike patina, especially when it's not my own.

Or would it not be so cost effective to do this?

So... Buy new or buy used and get handles redone?

 

[Coral3]

I don't know how much to have the handles replaced. I'd go for new if I could afford it - but then I don't like buying 2nd hand myself. I am curious about the Sac Plat though - what do people use them for? It looks huge. Will you use it just when you go shopping as a shopping bag? and if yes, do you carry a standard handbag as well, or does the Sac Plat work as a handbag? (I feel a bit stupid asking, but it's something I've always wondered!)

 

[beljwl]

Get it used and save the money and get other goodies

 

[louislover260]

Thanks Beljwl... I'm REALLY leaning that way myself! Any idea on handle costs?

Coral, yeah I'd use it as everyday, it's the ideal size for a nice big tote!

 

[Trolley-Dolly]

Buy new ~ it's always worth it!

 

[airborne]

buy new...

great choice btw, luv the Plat...

 

[Silver_Tuesday]

I'd say buy used and save the extra money for a nice wallet or pochette. A bag charm would really dress up the bag as well

 

[lovebeibei]

i prefer buying things new, but i do agree $1000 is pricey for sac plat. i had once ask about the cost of replacing the rim of vachetta on my neverfull. this was in an lv boutique in another country, but it turned to be $80-90 when converted to USD. replacing handles should be more, but not TOO much more, and definitely the total will still be much cheaper than $1000.

 

[claudis_candy]

used! it can be great deal!

 

[Forsyte]

New is worth it.

 

[OnMyMiNd04]

I would buy a new bag if I were you. I love the feeling of coming out of an LV store with a shopping bag. The experience is great!

 

[Zombie Girl]

Buy used and put the money you save towards accessories. Speedy handles cost approx. $80-$90 per handle.
HTH!

 

[pursedeb]

I also have always admired the Sac Plat and say definitely buy used and just replace the handles. I feel the same way about someone else's patina and have replaced the handles on used handbags before.