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My husband was saying I am over reacting, that’s why I came to ask here. I wanted to se if I was the only one seeing these things and if exchanging should be considered. Now I hope I find other because Is too many things together, bitten handle, handles en even, bottom uneven, and I think it has a bubble in the lining inside too.
Yeah. It’s a dud.
 
Hey all,

just received my new Pochette Métis in Empreinte - Noir. First impression, I LOVE the bag. But...it arrived extremely stretched out, I'm having trouble even getting it to buckle. There's a scuff on the handle already. None of the protective stickers are on the hardware and there's a scratch there already. And it just looks funny shaped. Is this normal for this bag to come like that? The biggest shock was the no protective plastic on the hardware. Any thoughts on how to proceed? I don't have an SA, since I live far away from a store. Do I get ahold of customer service? Pics posted below. Thanks in advance!

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Hey all,

just received my new Pochette Métis in Empreinte - Noir. First impression, I LOVE the bag. But...it arrived extremely stretched out, I'm having trouble even getting it to buckle. There's a scuff on the handle already. None of the protective stickers are on the hardware and there's a scratch there already. And it just looks funny shaped. Is this normal for this bag to come like that? The biggest shock was the no protective plastic on the hardware. Any thoughts on how to proceed? I don't have an SA, since I live far away from a store. Do I get ahold of customer service? Pics posted below. Thanks in advance!

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Sorry to hear this! That’s not normal, the Pochette Métis usually has protection stickers and the scratches are already a huge NO! I would return it.
 
Hey all,

just received my new Pochette Métis in Empreinte - Noir. First impression, I LOVE the bag. But...it arrived extremely stretched out, I'm having trouble even getting it to buckle. There's a scuff on the handle already. None of the protective stickers are on the hardware and there's a scratch there already. And it just looks funny shaped. Is this normal for this bag to come like that? The biggest shock was the no protective plastic on the hardware. Any thoughts on how to proceed? I don't have an SA, since I live far away from a store. Do I get ahold of customer service? Pics posted below. Thanks in advance!

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Hey all,

just received my new Pochette Métis in Empreinte - Noir. First impression, I LOVE the bag. But...it arrived extremely stretched out, I'm having trouble even getting it to buckle. There's a scuff on the handle already. None of the protective stickers are on the hardware and there's a scratch there already. And it just looks funny shaped. Is this normal for this bag to come like that? The biggest shock was the no protective plastic on the hardware. Any thoughts on how to proceed? I don't have an SA, since I live far away from a store. Do I get ahold of customer service? Pics posted below. Thanks in advance!

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So sorry you received this for the price you paid for brand new bag. This looks like a returned item. Call the CS and see if they can send you new one as this empriente version is readily available. But, not sure how they will handle it with the price increase. Hopefully they will do a even exchange. Would be much easier if you can personally take ir to a boutique. Good Luck!
 
This is why I always say to make all of your purchases in a store with the same CA. The relationship between you and your CA will avoid any such issues. Considering how much you purchase, there’s no reason for your purchases to be online.
Yeah you have a good point. I’m just so introverted and impatient. There were a few times someone gave me their card and I’d ask for things, but stalking the website was quicker. By the time they were able to offer an item I had already ordered it online. My fault really for being lazy and relying on convenience.
 
Hey all,

just received my new Pochette Métis in Empreinte - Noir. First impression, I LOVE the bag. But...it arrived extremely stretched out, I'm having trouble even getting it to buckle. There's a scuff on the handle already. None of the protective stickers are on the hardware and there's a scratch there already. And it just looks funny shaped. Is this normal for this bag to come like that? The biggest shock was the no protective plastic on the hardware. Any thoughts on how to proceed? I don't have an SA, since I live far away from a store. Do I get ahold of customer service? Pics posted below. Thanks in advance!

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I believe it’s not acceptable.
At the day of price increase I received online ordered Métis in marine rouge.
The leather was amazing. But the bag was so much crooked that it was falling forward when empty.
it had plastic on the lock but what’s the point if it’s defective anyway.
It was also funny shaped at the front side just like yours.
I requested an exchange immediately. However still no news about it and I just feel that maybe I’ll end up just returning it.
I can’t believe they send faulty items with online orders.
 
Hey all,

just received my new Pochette Métis in Empreinte - Noir. First impression, I LOVE the bag. But...it arrived extremely stretched out, I'm having trouble even getting it to buckle. There's a scuff on the handle already. None of the protective stickers are on the hardware and there's a scratch there already. And it just looks funny shaped. Is this normal for this bag to come like that? The biggest shock was the no protective plastic on the hardware. Any thoughts on how to proceed? I don't have an SA, since I live far away from a store. Do I get ahold of customer service? Pics posted below. Thanks in advance!

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Oh gosh.. for a second I thought you had bought this second hand and I though hmm it is pretty nice.. then I got to understand that this is supposed to be new?! hell no..
 
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Yeah, it’s completely up to you. These are all handmade, but also the glazing around the outside of the chappes technically should be smooth. Personally, I don’t like the bottom stitching. Where was it made if you don’t mind me asking? I come to find the made in US Almas tend to be a bit more sloppy in craftsmanship…
I was able to see one made in France in an LV store. The vachetta different color, the handles had a cut in the leather like 2 inches long. So for now I am keeping mine.
 
Would you keep or exchange this bag? If exchange, I am unsure when I would be able to get it since there is apparently a long waitlist.
Just want to check if I’m being picky or there is a cause for concern regarding the bursting seams at the corners.
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Hi friends ! I have a PM that I've only used 2-3x since I purchased it last year. All the stickers are still on it and I had no issues with lock alignments or embossing etc.
BUT! I just noticed this today that the S-lock tip is kind of turned upwards? Can someone tell me if this is normal? Appreciate it !

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