Cutting the thread might cause the rest of the thread to unravel and put more strain on the loop area as you carry the bag. Is the thread long enough that you can tuck it in under the leather where the ring comes through the loop? That wouldn't be a permanent solution, but maybe retain enough stability while you decide whether it needs to go to a shoe repair/cobbler for restitching. Just a thought - good luck!
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Oh, good point. On one of my Brahmin wallets, a stitch came loose like this. I actually contacted them to ask what I should do, as Brahmin will repair within 2 years of purchase (one year always, 2 if you register the product on the website), which is amazing. They said I could just cut it and if there was a further issue to contact them again, which I was fine with. I did and it didn't unravel further, so I thought maybe I could do the same thing here. But now that you mention it, maybe I'll ask Coach customer service directly for advice. I'll either leave it or cut if, but I doubt I'll be paying to fix this bag. It's not worth it to me to pay extra for that. I'm getting the impression that Coach does not repair anything at all, especially not for free, which is kind of disappointing because they're in the same price range as Brahmin so I would kind of hope for the same level of customer after care. I'm either going to have to upgrade my opinion of Brahmin customer service, or downgrade my opinion of Coach's ...
Whether you cut or leave the thread as is, try putting a tiny drop of Dritz Fray Check Liquid on the end to keep it from becoming unsightly if it ravels. Fray Check is available in fabric and hobby stores like JoAnn's and Hobby Lobby as well as Walmart and Amazon. Use it carefully to avoid getting any on the leather, other fabrics, etc. It does NOT wash out.
Wondering too - if the thread is currently long enough to tuck into the loop where the ring comes through, could you add a tiny spot of leather glue to hold the thread in place there??
I don't have one but I don't think it looks dated. It is the Speedy shape that never goes out of style.
I have one in Cornflower I bought pre-owned. I agree with whateve, it is a classic shape that doesn’t go out of style. And of course I own one, so that being said, I find that the quality of the leather and details, construction, enhance the classic style as well. I say go for it. Plus they’re roomy, right?
And side note, I have seen them listed in black, under the radar and have been tempted!
Does anybody know if the stitching color changed on the Coach Swinger in Chalk?
The official website shows stitching white thread but I also see some of them being sold on ebay with light brown thread, which gives it a nice vintage look.
I remember the black swinger used to have brown thread but I don’t remember if the chalk color did.
Coach website with white: https://www.coach.com/products/swinger-bag/C0638.html
Amazon with brown: https://www.amazon.com/COACH-Originals-Glovetanned-Leather-Swinger/dp/B08JCRCL25?th=1&psc=1
The official website shows stitching white thread but I also see some of them being sold on ebay with light brown thread, which gives it a nice vintage look.
I remember the black swinger used to have brown thread but I don’t remember if the chalk color did.
Coach website with white: https://www.coach.com/products/swinger-bag/C0638.html
Amazon with brown: https://www.amazon.com/COACH-Originals-Glovetanned-Leather-Swinger/dp/B08JCRCL25?th=1&psc=1
So I had a whole little cute Coach moment at the supermarket. A young guy told me he liked my bag. It was Coach Swagger 27. I said thank you and noticed he had on a Coach sweatshirt, so I was like "heyyy, you got the sweatshirt, nice!" and we were like 'heeyyy'. And then he was like "is that the Swagger or the Blake". Jaw drop. Like, this is the first time anyone has identified the not just the make but the model (not sure if that's appropriate terminology, lol) of one of my bags. Even though I'm new, I knew of the Blake from when I was looking at all the discontinued Swaggers and Blakes (which look a lot alike!) I was like "it's the Swagger, heyyy, okay!!" Look, we had a little Coachie moment, it was so sweet.
As much as I love soho flaps.. this was on the Coach Reloved page for $595 USD. It's gorgeous but wow.
No one is going to see that stuff on the back. They should have done more to the front. I bet you could find someone on etsy to do it for a fraction of what Coach is charging. Someone in the rehab thread did similar things to a few of their bags.
I love some of the upcrafted and restored pieces, but they are soooo overpriced. Makes me sad
every now and then I see a random really good price, but overall very overpriced.I’ve seen “restored” models that are still currently being sold on the website new. I’ve even seen the new one go on sale and so be cheaper than the restored one.I love some of the upcrafted and restored pieces, but they are soooo overpriced. Makes me sad
Hello!
I hope this is the right place to post this. I’m new to the community - so if I’m not where I need to be, please point me in the right direction.
I just received my first vintage XL Duffle Sac (authenticated by Hyacinth), in the mail and I guess I’m looking for reassurance. My other vintage Coach bags are smaller (Willis and Taylor) and more structured. The leather is thick, heavy, and buttery.
The Duffle Sac I just received, dated for the year after my favorite Willis, is not as supple, not as thick.
It’s still a beautiful bag to look at, but I’m disappointed that it doesn’t have the same luxurious feel I was expecting.
I don’t have another Duffle Sac to compare this to - but were these purses routinely made with lighter weight leather?
Also - it smells like very strong dryer sheets. Baking soda? Any other suggestions? It’s currently airing out on my patio.
Thank you!
I hope this is the right place to post this. I’m new to the community - so if I’m not where I need to be, please point me in the right direction.
I just received my first vintage XL Duffle Sac (authenticated by Hyacinth), in the mail and I guess I’m looking for reassurance. My other vintage Coach bags are smaller (Willis and Taylor) and more structured. The leather is thick, heavy, and buttery.
The Duffle Sac I just received, dated for the year after my favorite Willis, is not as supple, not as thick.
It’s still a beautiful bag to look at, but I’m disappointed that it doesn’t have the same luxurious feel I was expecting.
I don’t have another Duffle Sac to compare this to - but were these purses routinely made with lighter weight leather?
Also - it smells like very strong dryer sheets. Baking soda? Any other suggestions? It’s currently airing out on my patio.
Thank you!