Is there any way to fix this damage to my Reissue 226?

[IamAu]

I have a 226 Reissue from 2011. The bag is in perfect condition expect for this dent at the back pocket that is dull and depressed (about 2 mm deep). Every time I touch this bag my eyes just lock on to this spot.

I tried to condition it with leather conditioner but that didn't help. If I were to push from the inside of the pocket, the flaw can almost temporarily disappear.

What do you think can cause this? Any suggestions on any DIY that can improve this? I contacted Leathersurgeons but they don't think there is anything they can do to improve the dent much.

 

[Mairaculi]

Hi, I started doing some bag refurbishment every now and then as a hobby. What could make it look better (= what I would try on a “project“ bag): take the back pocket off, get between the layers of material (through undoing some stitches or a small incision from the back) and stuffing the area with additional material. But this is quite a big project and since there is always the risk of damaging the bag in the process, or making it look worse than it did before I would never try it on an expensive bag.
I hope you find a quick and safe solution, though. Good luck!

 

[Klaneckya]

I would leave it alone or take to the boutique. It’s not that bad. Only one small areas.,,try to stuff the pocket with soft cloth or bubble

 

[IamAu]

Hi, I started doing some bag refurbishment every now and then as a hobby. What could make it look better (= what I would try on a “project“ bag): take the back pocket off, get between the layers of material (through undoing some stitches or a small incision from the back) and stuffing the area with additional material. But this is quite a big project and since there is always the risk of damaging the bag in the process, or making it look worse than it did before I would never try it on an expensive bag.
I hope you find a quick and safe solution, though. Good luck!

Thanks for taking the time to share your idea. That indeed sounds like a big and risky project. I don't think I will dear to try that at this point!

 

[phishfan]

I can barely notice that! I think it looks ok

 

[IamAu]

I can barely notice that! I think it looks ok

Thanks. It definitely helps that this bag has distressed leather!

 

[IamAu]

I would leave it alone or take to the boutique. It’s not that bad. Only one small areas.,,try to stuff the pocket with soft cloth or bubble

Thanks. I will try stuffing the pocket in that area with something!

 

[HeartHermes]

I have a 226 Reissue from 2011. The bag is in perfect condition expect for this dent at the back pocket that is dull and depressed (about 2 mm deep). Every time I touch this bag my eyes just lock on to this spot.

I tried to condition it with leather conditioner but that didn't help. If I were to push from the inside of the pocket, the flaw can almost temporarily disappear.

What do you think can cause this? Any suggestions on any DIY that can improve this? I contacted Leathersurgeons but they don't think there is anything they can do to improve the dent much. View attachment 4958780

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I wonder if the dent was caused by the chain strap pressing into it during storage? You may want to check with Leather Surgeons. I've heard good things about them, though I've never used them. They may know of a way to remove the dent.

 

[Klaneckya]

Thanks. I will try stuffing the pocket in that area with something!

Really it’s one small area on the back. Store you bag upright and not down. It takes long time for boutique repair since they send it to Paris. Personally something this small I would not worry ..

 

[2manychins]

You could try heating the spot up with a hair dryer and then massaging the leather. You can find videos online showing you how to do it.

 

[hikarupanda]

Use steamer, but put a towel on the leather so the steam is not directly blown on the leather. I’ve tried that with a Miss Dior Lambskin and it worked.