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[Sonoma]

Thanks Hyacinth!
How weird that you haven't seen this, since I'm sure you've seen tons of Sonomas....

It didn't seem to me like something Coach would do - seems unfinished for them, cheesy.
If this bag hadn't been authenticated at Coach forum I would've worried that it was a fake.

(Before I posted this question here I did look at a few other 4945s on eBay and thought I could see a hint of the same thing in the 4945s, but can't be sure.)

So maybe it's just an anomaly for this style... ? Or bag?

Thanks again

FYI, I just did one more search and found this 4945 that show the same issue clearly:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/331776265291?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

 

[whateve]

Thanks Hyacinth!
How weird that you haven't seen this, since I'm sure you've seen tons of Sonomas....

It didn't seem to me like something Coach would do - seems unfinished for them, cheesy.
If this bag hadn't been authenticated at Coach forum I would've worried that it was a fake.

(Before I posted this question here I did look at a few other 4945s on eBay and thought I could see a hint of the same thing in the 4945s, but can't be sure.)

So maybe it's just an anomaly for this style... ? Or bag?

Thanks again

They've done this for other styles. It is standard for recent bags. I've just never seen it on a Sonoma or other older bags. Most of my older bags don't have zipper closures.

 

[Hyacinth]

Thanks Hyacinth!
How weird that you haven't seen this, since I'm sure you've seen tons of Sonomas....

It didn't seem to me like something Coach would do - seems unfinished for them, cheesy.
If this bag hadn't been authenticated at Coach forum I would've worried that it was a fake.

(Before I posted this question here I did look at a few other 4945s on eBay and thought I could see a hint of the same thing in the 4945s, but can't be sure.)

So maybe it's just an anomaly for this style... ? Or bag?

Thanks again

Yes, I saw the extended zipper on the berry-colored one too. And I may have seen a lot of listings but haven't bought that many actual Sonoma styles. Much as I love them, either the bags are too small or the straps are too short, with only 1 or 2 exceptioms - sad, because I love everything else about them.

 

[Sonoma]

Yes, I saw the extended zipper on the berry-colored one too. And I may have seen a lot of listings but haven't bought that many actual Sonoma styles. Much as I love them, either the bags are too small or the straps are too short, with only 1 or 2 exceptioms - sad, because I love everything else about them.

Thanks whateve & Hyacinth, appreciate your info.

FYI: I have 11 zippered pebbled leather Sonomas, and this 4945 nubuc is the only one who has this exposed end of zipper. My 4945 is from 1995 & the US plant, as is the berry colored bag; and I just found a C6E-4945 from Italy that has it:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cute-Vtg-Co...016003?hash=item23634f9803:g:ZvQAAOSwLqFV9ecN

So looks like a design anomaly. ....?

Ah well, I'm still hooked on these Sonomas - such soft buttery durable leather! Sorry to hear you can't indulge Hyacinth but understand - I'll probably end up selling the ones that don't work for me because of size etc.

 

[ative65]

While visiting my In-Laws I found the cutest Coach in an antique shop! Does anyone know the name of the bag and when it was made? The creed is in all caps and says "MADE IN NEW YORK CITY, USA" and the serial number is 194-4613. Pictures are below.
http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p627/ative65/Mobile Uploads/image_zpsrpn36rlv.jpeg

http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p627/ative65/Mobile Uploads/image_zpshtzvcqy7.jpeg

http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p627/ative65/Mobile Uploads/image_zps3f8owjtk.jpeg

http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p627/ative65/Mobile Uploads/image_zpscr2a5djb.jpeg

 

[Catbird9]

While visiting my In-Laws I found the cutest Coach in an antique shop! Does anyone know the name of the bag and when it was made? The creed is in all caps and says "MADE IN NEW YORK CITY, USA" and the serial number is 194-4613. Pictures are below.
http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p627/ative65/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsrpn36rlv.jpeg

http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p627/ative65/Mobile Uploads/image_zpshtzvcqy7.jpeg

http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p627/ative65/Mobile Uploads/image_zps3f8owjtk.jpeg

http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p627/ative65/Mobile Uploads/image_zpscr2a5djb.jpeg

Does it measure about 11" x 7" x 2"? If so, it's called a Companion Bag, Style #9300. It was made sometime in the late 1970s through late 1980s.

 

[ative65]

Catbird9, yes it measures about that.

 

[Catbird9]

Catbird9, yes it measures about that.

I corrected the measurements in my post. I mistyped 3" for the depth, it should be more like 2"

Anyway, it's definitely a Companion Bag.

If you are so inclined, you can try cleaning and conditioning the leather. Check out the Coach Rehab and Rescue thread for techniques.

http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-clubhouse/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club-833400.html

 

[ative65]

I corrected the measurements in my post. I mistyped 3" for the depth, it should be more like 2"

Anyway, it's definitely a Companion Bag.

If you are so inclined, you can try cleaning and conditioning the leather. Check out the Coach Rehab and Rescue thread for techniques.

http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-clubhouse/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club-833400.html

That was what I was thinking about doing. I am really looking forward to using it this summer!

 

[fancypantsmom]

Hi I have this very basic older coach bag. Is there a name for this other than a flap bag? (which is what I have always called it) and is there a style number associated with it?

 

[Catbird9]

Hi I have this very basic older coach bag. Is there a name for this other than a flap bag? (which is what I have always called it) and is there a style number associated with it?View attachment 3289983View attachment 3289984

It's a Convertible Clutch, style #9635. Lovely bag.

 

[Catbird9]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-COA...D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

I missed out on getting this bag and find myself haunted by it. Does anyone know the style name, so I can possibly fulfill my longing for one? Thank you.

 

[whateve]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-COA...D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

I missed out on getting this bag and find myself haunted by it. Does anyone know the style name, so I can possibly fulfill my longing for one? Thank you.

It's good you missed out - it's fake!

You might be interested in a Chadwick satchel.

 

[Hyacinth]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-COA...D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

I missed out on getting this bag and find myself haunted by it. Does anyone know the style name, so I can possibly fulfill my longing for one? Thank you.

The "overstamping" lines aren't right - see post 10663 for how those lines should be shaped depending on what number they're supposed to be part of. The number is on the Fakes List, and check the spelling of the word "scrtches". There also shouldn't be a border around the serial number.

Here's a side-by-side comparison with the real one I mentioned

 

[Catbird9]

It's good you missed out - it's fake!

You might be interested in a Chadwick satchel.

Thank you, I feel like I dodged a bullet there! The Chadwick is gorgeous.

The "overstamping" lines aren't right - see post 10663 for how those lines should be shaped depending on what number they're supposed to be part of. The number is on the Fakes List, and check the spelling of the word "scrtches". There also shouldn't be a border around the serial number.

Here's a side-by-side comparison with the real one I mentioned

Thank you too Hyacinth. I totally missed "scrtches" and failed to check the number against the list. I see what you mean about the shape of the overstamping lines too. Side by side makes it very clear.