Speedy Bandouliere 20

[DrTr]

Some more pics

Yay dear Bumbles!!! You have patiently waited forever! So glad it finally showed for you. She’s a beauty.
Saw your first pics and it looks perfect “from a distance”.

I do see the slight handle “wonkiness” on the back - mine was exactly like that at first, but with use it is normal now as the leather holding the handle has loosened around the handle a tiny bit. It didn’t bother me as I knew it would likely straighten. The wrinkles seem normal - some handles have that some don’t. I don’t notice it when using on mine - one handle does and one doesn’t. And that thread on the strap doesn’t look like it will cause a huge problem to me. I see what you are showing, but as it’s not ”load bearing” I would doubt it will worsen unless you snag it directly. That kind of canvas is hard to unravel - I know directly as my puppy has a canvas strap toy not so different and hard as she might she can’t tear it!! I’m oh so careful to keep my bags away from her questing mouth!

All of that said, if it were mine I would rock it proudly! I think it is beautiful, and the things you found don’t show at a glance. I hope you might keep it, as they are hard to get. But if it bothers you, as we always say here, do what makes you comfortable.

I also think sometimes tpf worsens my “eagle eye” now, and the many concerns about quality we share here makes me hypervigilant. And quality does seem worse sometimes these days. But it‘s funny, I used my NF from the summer collection of two years ago yesterday, and never noticed a slight misalignment on the canvas. And quality didn’t seem to be discussed quite as much then. It didn’t bother me clearly then, nor yesterday. It’s colorful and always bring a smile when I use it. Hopefully if you keep it it will be the same way for you.

Either way, thrilled you got it. This 20 is one of my favorite LV’s with whatever strap I use.

 

[brnicutie]

@DrTr hello all, guess what? This beauty has arrived after over 3 months Thanks for all the support drtr!
It’s super cute and MIF, and unfortunately there are some imperfections. Just wanted to ask if you think they are a big deal or liveable. Any comments/advice would be great. I know it’s super hard to get so want to be realistic and see what you lovely ladies think. Thanks so much for letting me share.

Congrats, Bumbles! Your bag looks good. Those little things wouldn't bother me. It's what you can live with. If you're not happy with it, get it exchanged. Not all of my bags are perfect. I have some with flaws, but they don't bother me.

 

[Bumbles]

Congrats, Bumbles! Your bag looks good. Those little things wouldn't bother me. It's what you can live with. If you're not happy with it, get it exchanged. Not all of my bags are perfect. I have some with flaws, but they don't bother me.

Thanks brnicutie! I totally agree. It’s what we can live with, with these perfect imperfections right?! Thank you for your honest opinion. Makes me feel much better as I was leaning towards keeping it as it was so hard to come by. And I was thinking it may not be that big an issue. Only the cotton thread was my biggest concern.

 

[Bumbles]

Yay dear Bumbles!!! You have patiently waited forever! So glad it finally showed for you. She’s a beauty.
Saw your first pics and it looks perfect “from a distance”.

I do see the slight handle “wonkiness” on the back - mine was exactly like that at first, but with use it is normal now as the leather holding the handle has loosened around the handle a tiny bit. It didn’t bother me as I knew it would likely straighten. The wrinkles seem normal - some handles have that some don’t. I don’t notice it when using on mine - one handle does and one doesn’t. And that thread on the strap doesn’t look like it will cause a huge problem to me. I see what you are showing, but as it’s not ”load bearing” I would doubt it will worsen unless you snag it directly. That kind of canvas is hard to unravel - I know directly as my puppy has a canvas strap toy not so different and hard as she might she can’t tear it!! I’m oh so careful to keep my bags away from her questing mouth!

All of that said, if it were mine I would rock it proudly! I think it is beautiful, and the things you found don’t show at a glance. I hope you might keep it, as they are hard to get. But if it bothers you, as we always say here, do what makes you comfortable.

I also think sometimes tpf worsens my “eagle eye” now, and the many concerns about quality we share here makes me hypervigilant. And quality does seem worse sometimes these days. But it‘s funny, I used my NF from the summer collection of two years ago yesterday, and never noticed a slight misalignment on the canvas. And quality didn’t seem to be discussed quite as much then. It didn’t bother me clearly then, nor yesterday. It’s colorful and always bring a smile when I use it. Hopefully if you keep it it will be the same way for you.

Either way, thrilled you got it. This 20 is one of my favorite LV’s with whatever strap I use.

Thanks drtr, always for your kind, lovely and supportive comments. It is all totally right. I’m so happy we have a forum to share our happiness, reveals and concerns with everyone. I guess I just wanted to know if any of these issues are happening to others or if they would be bothered by it at all. I don’t want to be overly pickly, but I don’t want to miss any huge potential issues either. From what you have said the wonky handle and wrinkles are normal and the thread should be ok. Makes complete sense. And plus the wonky handy is on the back of the bag too. I’m glad to hear that with use yours straighten up, so if that’s the case hopefully mine will too! Oh your cute little puppy likes to play a lot and sounds very cheeky! You definitely need to be careful to keep your bags away from her for sure.

I am leaning towards keeping the bag, bc like you know I have waited forever for it and I know if I return it then I won’t be able to get another one. And it came in black which I wanted too! It is definitely a gorgeous, cute and very practical bag! I was thinking those issues should be ok, but just wanted to be sure. And also wanted to know what others would do in my shoes. Is it liveable with? And I think the answer is yes and it’s fine!

I totally agree the forum has made me inspect my bags more thoroughly now, and like you say eagle eye. Good but then bad too right?? I remember years ago when I bought my psm backpack I didn’t even check for alignment, puckering issues or anything. Just the embossing on the tab and everything looks good and it’s fine. If I was happy with what I saw then I paid. Now with the psm there are a whole list of issues and people are hesitant to buy like the pochette Métis.

Glad to know if this was your bag you would keep it and rock it. Means a lot to me, and thanks for your honest comments!!

The summer NF is such a gorgeous bag and I’m sure it will always bring a smile to your face. I missed the btp pink speedy last year which was also gorgeous too! Those summer bags LV releases are always bright and give you a beautiful summer vibe!

 

[DrTr]

Thanks drtr, always for your kind, lovely and supportive comments. It is all totally right. I’m so happy we have a forum to share our happiness, reveals and concerns with everyone. I guess I just wanted to know if any of these issues are happening to others or if they would be bothered by it at all. I don’t want to be overly pickly, but I don’t want to miss any huge potential issues either. From what you have said the wonky handle and wrinkles are normal and the thread should be ok. Makes complete sense. And plus the wonky handy is on the back of the bag too. I’m glad to hear that with use yours straighten up, so if that’s the case hopefully mine will too! Oh your cute little puppy likes to play a lot and sounds very cheeky! You definitely need to be careful to keep your bags away from her for sure.

I am leaning towards keeping the bag, bc like you know I have waited forever for it and I know if I return it then I won’t be able to get another one. And it came in black which I wanted too! It is definitely a gorgeous, cute and very practical bag! I was thinking those issues should be ok, but just wanted to be sure. And also wanted to know what others would do in my shoes. Is it liveable with? And I think the answer is yes and it’s fine!

I totally agree the forum has made me inspect my bags more thoroughly now, and like you say eagle eye. Good but then bad too right?? I remember years ago when I bought my psm backpack I didn’t even check for alignment, puckering issues or anything. Just the embossing on the tab and everything looks good and it’s fine. If I was happy with what I saw then I paid. Now with the psm there are a whole list of issues and people are hesitant to buy like the pochette Métis.

Glad to know if this was your bag you would keep it and rock it. Means a lot to me, and thanks for your honest comments!!

The summer NF is such a gorgeous bag and I’m sure it will always bring a smile to your face. I missed the btp pink speedy last year which was also gorgeous too! Those summer bags LV releases are always bright and give you a beautiful summer vibe!

Glad it helped. If it was mine I would definitely keep it. Hope it doesn’t bother you too much - we need to be happy for the $$$ we pay!

 

[bluebird03]

@DrTr hello all, guess what? This beauty has arrived after over 3 months Thanks for all the support drtr!
It’s super cute and MIF, and unfortunately there are some imperfections. Just wanted to ask if you think they are a big deal or liveable. Any comments/advice would be great. I know it’s super hard to get so want to be realistic and see what you lovely ladies think. Thanks so much for letting me share.

Yay!! you found one!!

 

[Bumbles]

Yay!! you found one!!

Yes I did. It is MIF (not that it matters but just sharing). I will probably need extenders as well as it’s too short for me unfortunately. How is your speedy 20? Do you love it? Enjoying it?

 

[bluebird03]

Yes I did. It is MIF (not that it matters but just sharing). I will probably need extenders as well as it’s too short for me unfortunately. How is your speedy 20? Do you love it? Enjoying it?

I love it!! Short for me as well and I have to use extenders.

 

[Bumbles]

I love it!! Short for me as well and I have to use extenders.

Did you get your extenders from Amazon? Is it ok to use with the bag? It doesn’t damage or scratch the LV D rings too much, does it? Which ones did you get if you don’t mind me asking. Thank you

 

[bluebird03]

Did you get your extenders from Amazon? Is it ok to use with the bag? It doesn’t damage or scratch the LV D rings too much, does it? Which ones did you get if you don’t mind me asking. Thank you

I got mine at https://organizemybag.com/. Not very worried about the scratches though....figured it was going to happen.

 

[LVlvoe_bug]

And here are my concerns, the handle on the back is wonky and on the strap there are a few cotton threads loose. Not so much obvious in the pic, but irl it is obvious. What is everyone’s thoughts? Will it get worst? Is it liveable? Also the handles are wrinkled but I think most are like that? Thanks for all your comments

Congrats bumbles, it’s beautiful . I don’t see anything wrong with it…. Very minor imperfections, not worth returning for!

 

[DrTr]

Did you get your extenders from Amazon? Is it ok to use with the bag? It doesn’t damage or scratch the LV D rings too much, does it? Which ones did you get if you don’t mind me asking. Thank you

I have chain extenders - 3 inches on each side, and it makes the strap a perfect crossbody for me. They aren’t harming the hardware at all and the strap slips off me as shoulder wear, so it has to be crossbody for me with wider straps. People have mentioned Mautto - don’t know if they ship to Australia, but I have purchased multiple straps, chains and extenders from them and very happy with them. Etsy sometimes has people that do these extenders too. Hope you find some you are happy with. I also like the way they look on my bag. It’s so nice to have our straps/bags fit us exactly as we wish.

 

[leechiyong]

@DrTr hello all, guess what? This beauty has arrived after over 3 months Thanks for all the support drtr!
It’s super cute and MIF, and unfortunately there are some imperfections. Just wanted to ask if you think they are a big deal or liveable. Any comments/advice would be great. I know it’s super hard to get so want to be realistic and see what you lovely ladies think. Thanks so much for letting me share.

So glad you were able to get one!

 

[Bumbles]

Congrats bumbles, it’s beautiful . I don’t see anything wrong with it…. Very minor imperfections, not worth returning for!

Thanks for your kind words! Glad you think their minor and liveable too!

 

[Bumbles]

I have chain extenders - 3 inches on each side, and it makes the strap a perfect crossbody for me. They aren’t harming the hardware at all and the strap slips off me as shoulder wear, so it has to be crossbody for me with wider straps. People have mentioned Mautto - don’t know if they ship to Australia, but I have purchased multiple straps, chains and extenders from them and very happy with them. Etsy sometimes has people that do these extenders too. Hope you find some you are happy with. I also like the way they look on my bag. It’s so nice to have our straps/bags fit us exactly as we wish.

That’s perfect! I definitely need extenders for sure. Have seen some pretty ones on Amazon but will also check out the ones you have mentioned. Thanks for sharing. I totally agree on the shoulder wear. It slides off my shoulders too and I love to wear everything crossbody for ease of use and security. I’m so impressed with how thick the canvas is and it gives the bag a perfect structure. I don’t think a bag insert will be required to hold its shape but maybe more to keep it clean. Do you have a bag insert?