The darker Bleeker colors scratch pretty easily IMO. But Apple took care of it
I would agree with this, but based on my experience, I can tell you that the Bleecker scratches much less than the Legacy Vachetta bags, and I have multiple bags from each in multiple colors. I mostly only have leather bags, as I don't really care for the signature stuff (other than some of the summer prints). It really depends on the color you get too, as far as caring for it goes. I guess I mostly baby my magenta Bleecker because it's light colored and prone to scratches, followed by my whiskey Legacy bags. For the other colors in the Bleecker and Legacy black bags, it's not so bad. I own about 4 whiskey Legacy bags, and they do scratch easily, but I condition mine with Apple when necessary (and only a small amount of conditioner because it can spot..and I've seen it happen when too much is used). Conditioning removes the scratches very easily...as long as they are not too deep.
As for general comfort and annoyances... I personally find the longer straps and zippers on the large Bleecker duffles quite annoying, and the large ones are difficult for me to find items at the bottom of the bag. They also have no rigidity, especially when you put them down (the hardware on the strap is quite heavy). But that said, I own 5 different duffles I love them so much!! My patchwork duffle is my favorite Bleecker bag, and the strap length is perfect. The Elisa is large and a bit heavier, but at least has a magnetic closure and shorter strap and front pockets, which I love.
As for Legacy, I think the straps on bags like the Mandy and Ali are much more comfortable than the Bleecker (AND finished underneath), and for me the turnlock closure on the Ali is perfect...some security, but easier than a zipper to open. I also think the flap style looks very elegant. I love all my Gigis, Mandy, and Ali. I also love the look of my Lily, but don't like the slouch when I'm carrying it. It's also the heaviest bag I own.
Actually for me the perfect leather bag in all aspects is the Chelsea laced Abbey, but otherwise between Legacy and Bleecker, the Legacy bags are supposed to be their higher end bags. For me it's a bag by bag basis, and I can't really say I like the Legacy the best over the Bleecker. I actually like some of the Bleecker styles better than some in the Legacy line.
I would guess for a great every day bag that is super comfortable and light, your best bet might be a Bleecker flap. I just don't like the fact they are small, so that's why I stayed with the duffles and Elisa.
