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#4,291
Porgiecutesie said:
I have 2 little ones and finally decided that since I'm nearly out of the diaper bag stage - it was time to do something for mommy. And decided... Coach? Sure, why not!
I had been looking (for hours! and days!) at the coach website, mulling over which style I liked best and then which I could AFFORD... I fell in love with the persimmon color and found the madison leather sophia lindsey to be a good fit for me. And then found that I was super late on securing that color.
Went to just the local mall (time contraint, but kiddo free!!!) a few days later to check the style out and felt like I still needed something bigger...
(I wanted to USE my first bag, and not be crazy worried about it, still take care of it, but be able to fit things for my girls too...) so I started searching ebay.
Then I realized that, "Gasp! Someone would really sell fake bags!" All I knew is, I did not wanna go through that!
Then I found THE PURSE FORUM! So much great information, but honestly so much to know and I don't know where to start... I feel sooo *dumb!

Well I came across this listing originally for $299 (or best offer)+shipping. Loved the look, inside organization, extender strap, color, everything! Pleaded my offer to seller: first coach handbag, needed something bigger for kiddos, etc etc etc. And she lowered the price to $249.99 and I bought it!

My first coach handbag purchase!

Item Name: Coach Camel Leather Transatlantic Business Tote 70103
Listing number: 370579904869
Seller: bethsbagsnthings
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370579904869#ht_3604wt_932
Comments: I need info...

Honest opinions: (brutal even; HEY, I'll never learn unless I'm told)

Did I get a *good deal? I just don't want to find the same (style/color/year) bag offered from several sellers because its so common that it could be listed at a really low starting bid.

What in the world do I use to clean it??? lol AND HOW?!??? :)

I know I have skimmed through threads about people taking their coach handbags to coach stores and receiving a dust bag and hangtags, etc... Is this an option for me? (Did not come with dust bag) If so what type of Coach store could I go to?

Also I was made aware of toolhaus.org from the member: Hyacinth :) so I looked up the seller and she had some bad reviews, but SEVERAL years ago. Still made me nervous.

I'm not trying to insult anyone or seem ignorant, I'm just sooo new to this and value your thoughts and opinions.

THANKS FOR YOUR TIME!!!!
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No reason to be nervous, she's considered a Trusted Seller by many of us. I don't see any valid problems in her Feedback, just buyers who apparently can't read descriptions.

If you're happy with the bag and the price, you got a good deal. You also got a good seller. Prices even on pre-owned leather business totes and bags stay strong because the bags are durable and always in demand. AND she lowered the price.

I don't think you'll find a dustbag to fit, they're made for handbags and this is a Business tote. A store probably won't give you a dustbag unless you bought it there. I use cotton pillowcases for my extra-large bags and totes and they work fine.

You shouldn't need to clean it, just moisturize it maybe once a year depending on how often it's used and what kind of use it sees. Posters here generally recommend either Lexol Moisurizer or Apple, do a Search of the main Coach forum here for more information. I have several of the burnished leather bags and using a cleaning product could dull the finish. If you moisurize it and a few days later spray it with Apple Stain Garde (sorry, don't recall the "official" name, just search for Apple) you shouldn't need to worry about cleaning it.

Coach includes leather care information on their website, or ask here and specify the kind of leather indicated on the creed patch:
https://www.coach.com/online/handba...stomerService/ProductInformation/Product+Care
 
#4,292
Hyacinth said:
No reason to be nervous, she's considered a Trusted Seller by many of us. I don't see any valid problems in her Feedback, just buyers who apparently can't read descriptions.

If you're happy with the bag and the price, you got a good deal. You also got a good seller. Prices even on pre-owned leather business totes and bags stay strong because the bags are durable and always in demand. AND she lowered the price.

I don't think you'll find a dustbag to fit, they're made for handbags and this is a Business tote. A store probably won't give you a dustbag unless you bought it there. I use cotton pillowcases for my extra-large bags and totes and they work fine.

You shouldn't need to clean it, just moisturize it maybe once a year depending on how often it's used and what kind of use it sees. Posters here generally recommend either Lexol Moisurizer or Apple, do a Search of the main Coach forum here for more information. I have several of the burnished leather bags and using a cleaning product could dull the finish. If you moisurize it and a few days later spray it with Apple Stain Garde (sorry, don't recall the "official" name, just search for Apple) you shouldn't need to worry about cleaning it.

Coach includes leather care information on their website, or ask here and specify the kind of leather indicated on the creed patch:
https://www.coach.com/online/handba...stomerService/ProductInformation/Product+Care
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I believe I did get a good seller! So detailed and TONS of pictures!

Agreed, bad FB is generally a problem from the buyer not being able to read. lol

I am very happy with the price (& GRATEFUL!) and will get to see the bag on monday/tuesday.

It will probably be my go-to bag, because with little ones (3.5yrs & 18 mo) there's not much time for switching a bag out right now. So I guess no dust bag is really needed.

THANK YOU so much for your input on caring for the bag! I truely appreciate it :)))
 
#4,293
Porgiecutesie said:
I have 2 little ones and finally decided that since I'm nearly out of the diaper bag stage - it was time to do something for mommy. And decided... Coach? Sure, why not!
I had been looking (for hours! and days!) at the coach website, mulling over which style I liked best and then which I could AFFORD... I fell in love with the persimmon color and found the madison leather sophia lindsey to be a good fit for me. And then found that I was super late on securing that color.
Went to just the local mall (time contraint, but kiddo free!!!) a few days later to check the style out and felt like I still needed something bigger...
(I wanted to USE my first bag, and not be crazy worried about it, still take care of it, but be able to fit things for my girls too...) so I started searching ebay.
Then I realized that, "Gasp! Someone would really sell fake bags!" All I knew is, I did not wanna go through that!
Then I found THE PURSE FORUM! So much great information, but honestly so much to know and I don't know where to start... I feel sooo *dumb!

Well I came across this listing originally for $299 (or best offer)+shipping. Loved the look, inside organization, extender strap, color, everything! Pleaded my offer to seller: first coach handbag, needed something bigger for kiddos, etc etc etc. And she lowered the price to $249.99 and I bought it!

My first coach handbag purchase!

Item Name: Coach Camel Leather Transatlantic Business Tote 70103
Listing number: 370579904869
Seller: bethsbagsnthings
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370579904869#ht_3604wt_932
Comments: I need info...

Honest opinions: (brutal even; HEY, I'll never learn unless I'm told)

Did I get a *good deal? I just don't want to find the same (style/color/year) bag offered from several sellers because its so common that it could be listed at a really low starting bid.

What in the world do I use to clean it??? lol AND HOW?!??? :)

I know I have skimmed through threads about people taking their coach handbags to coach stores and receiving a dust bag and hangtags, etc... Is this an option for me? (Did not come with dust bag) If so what type of Coach store could I go to?

Also I was made aware of toolhaus.org from the member: Hyacinth :) so I looked up the seller and she had some bad reviews, but SEVERAL years ago. Still made me nervous.

I'm not trying to insult anyone or seem ignorant, I'm just sooo new to this and value your thoughts and opinions.

THANKS FOR YOUR TIME!!!!
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Enjoy your new bag. Beth describes and photographs her items so if a buyer does her due diligence, there are no surprises.

Understand that it's not easy to be a seller of pre-owned bags. Buyers want new items but don't want to pay new-item prices. They (buyers) often also want the quality of the bags of the past but again, don't want the bags to show the loving use they got.

Congrats on your new bag. You'll get just what was described.
 
#4,301
Can anyone help me ID this bag? What collection year and style is this? Thanks!

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#4,302
#4,303
I would like to know the names of these bags:
the periwinkle is B7D- 9990, the other one (9.5" x 7.5") has an all number creed. Thanks
 

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#4,305
DemRam said:
Welcome. Yes, it's absolutely worth it. That a 2001 remake of Cashin's Body Bag and the originals are impossible to find.

Post your pictures on the thread below and you'll get all kinds of great helpful information.

http://forum.purseblog.com/coach/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club-624452-74.html

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Ladies,
My new lovely bag is drying so nicely and when I get home this evening, I'll take more pics through Flickr. I have done two things today:

1) Consulted with a leather expert who is sure that I can dye the bag myself, he said he'd love to but wouldn't take me money for something I can do. He is in the proces of finding me a color and I would just pay for the dye. He spoke about air brushing and another method, but after seeing the bag (unlined and glove tanned), he suggested a dunk.

2) Went to Joann Fabrics and found the exact and or very close color, called Sienna Red:p. If I decide to not dye her and just touch her up, I have the color and sealant.

I did what Katev said and took the hangtag with me. I'll follow-up! I hope you guys are as excited as I am about this bag-if not my posts can be annoying, but I LOVE LEARNING!!!

BTW - No luck finding Apple Conditioner at Burlington - any other stores and/or recommendations for me (also rehabbing a navy blue XL duffle-will share this soon).
 
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