Mansur Gavriel How's it Wearing? Show us your Broken-in/Patina'd bags
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There are hardly any signs of use. Did you use it everyday for 4 months? Could you please post a link to the Cadillac cream? Is this what prevented any scuffs from showing?
This is a lot of wear on the bags. I know that they are supposed to show wear since its naked leather but I am not sure if Veg tanned is the right way to go or the saffiano :
If you're really worried, I don't think you would enjoy your bag as much, so I would suggest saffiano.
I rotate my bags, so no, I have not used it every day. I have four Mansur Gavriel buckets and I'm careful with them, but I use them!
It is possible that the Cadillac cream has helped. I also sprayed it with Collonil Waterstop because I live in a rainy climate. I use that on all of my bags before using, no matter what the brand.
Here is a link for the Cadillac cream:
http://www.amazon.com/Cadillac-Boot-Shoe-Care-Fl/dp/B008VJ95JE
I used apple guard rain and stain - kind of the same idea. I prefer a more uniform patina instead of giant water spots etc.
Saffiano! I used my Saffi non-stop for almost two weeks now and it still looks new.This is a lot of wear on the bags. I know that they are supposed to show wear since its naked leather but I am not sure if Veg tanned is the right way to go or the saffiano :
Here are photos of my brandy/avion bucket bag after 3 months (used probably 2-3 weeks total). The patina is still "in process" but the leather has really softened. I treated with Apple conditioner before use, but have left the scratches/water drops alone for now. I have the black/argento tote and mini bucket as well, and the mini bucket is still super stiff. I'm really pleased with how pliable this bag has become - it feels much more comfortable to carry and to open/close.
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Here are photos of my brandy/avion bucket bag after 3 months (used probably 2-3 weeks total). The patina is still "in process" but the leather has really softened. I treated with Apple conditioner before use, but have left the scratches/water drops alone for now. I have the black/argento tote and mini bucket as well, and the mini bucket is still super stiff. I'm really pleased with how pliable this bag has become - it feels much more comfortable to carry and to open/close.
Looks great!
lovely!!Here are photos of my brandy/avion bucket bag after 3 months (used probably 2-3 weeks total). The patina is still "in process" but the leather has really softened. I treated with Apple conditioner before use, but have left the scratches/water drops alone for now. I have the black/argento tote and mini bucket as well, and the mini bucket is still super stiff. I'm really pleased with how pliable this bag has become - it feels much more comfortable to carry and to open/close.
Here are photos of my brandy/avion bucket bag after 3 months (used probably 2-3 weeks total). The patina is still "in process" but the leather has really softened. I treated with Apple conditioner before use, but have left the scratches/water drops alone for now. I have the black/argento tote and mini bucket as well, and the mini bucket is still super stiff. I'm really pleased with how pliable this bag has become - it feels much more comfortable to carry and to open/close.
Looks wonderful! The patina will just keep getting better!
As the ties have softened do you find it easier to open and close? I just pre-ordered one frm PS dept and I'm concerned about the closure of the bag in public places.