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#11,131
Ireiki4u said:
This is my new derby bag, this might be a silly question but I’m having trouble figuring out how to snap the flapback down?


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It took me a while to figure this out too, so it's not a silly question.

You should be able to press the springlock down onto the little knob and have it snap into place. Sometimes it can be tricky getting them aligned so the hole is positioned directly over the knob.

To open it, just pull gently straight outward on the clasp.

(Such a beautiful little bag!)
 
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theblissfullyobsessed said:
Derbys are so cute! Love yours in green!

Springlock closures can be tricky. It should be easier to close when your bag has stuff in it. That’s part of the reason I use a felt insert in my Crosby. I find it easiest to place a finger on the leather on either side of the button to push it closed. Hope that makes sense. The button can also be pulled out as you push the flap closed.
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Yes it does, thank you
 
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Catbird9 said:
It took me a while to figure this out too, so it's not a silly question.

You should be able to press the springlock down onto the little knob and have it snap into place. Sometimes it can be tricky getting them aligned so the hole is positioned directly over the knob.

To open it, just pull gently straight outward on the clasp.

(Such a beautiful little bag!)
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Thank you
 
#11,137
I'm curious about the Coach Prairie and the Coach Plaza. I've only seen them online and was wondering what people thought about them as far as usefulness and size, how they compare to other Coach bags, etc... Thanks in advance for any responses.
 
#11,138
polkadots55 said:
Yes, there are Court bags made in the USA. Here is a ebay link that was shared recently with some creed guides. https://www.ebay.com/gds/Guide-to-Vintage-Coach-Hang-tags-and-Creeds-/10000000177697673/g.html? The bags that are on my radar tend to either have the creeds listed as they are in the 1970s - 1993 or the 1994 - 2000s (based on this guide).

I'm definitely not an expert (and these are not authenticated but I was trying to find listings to help), but I found an ebay listing for a Spectator Court (which I'm not sure if it is the same dimensions of the Court recently pictured here) and they have a catalog picture included that mentions a 1989 preview. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-CO...431833?hash=item2ce4b20099:g:n5QAAOSw7F9cWSCU . Here is a made in USA with the 1994 creed. https://www.ebay.com/itm/COACH-Vint...874894?hash=item1a7919aa8e:g:8xYAAOSwUR9cnZpd And yes, I have seen the Court made in other countries. I'm not an authenticator, but I've actually seen some of these styles or similar ones with creeds that indicate made in Mexico, Costa Rica, Turkey, Hungary, and Italy. Here is an example of one from Costa Rica https://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-Vinta...043746?hash=item1ef6b481e2:g:RycAAOSwevtciaGp

I actually like the look of the Regina, Court, and Manor bags myself. Often I see many Court's listed as vintage Coach Willis or just vintage Coach messenger or vintage Coach flap bag. Do you have a color in mind? I'm curious if the leather/feel is different depending on the year and country? For example, not sure if specific to Court, but I think I've read that some find the Costa Rica leather really nice. I would run by whatever bag you are interested in on the AT thread before you even consider bidding or anything (just to be safe you are getting an authentic bag).
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I agree! I have thought the bags I have from Costa Rica are very soft, really great leather!
 
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kithrobyn said:
I'm curious about the Coach Prairie and the Coach Plaza. I've only seen them online and was wondering what people thought about them as far as usefulness and size, how they compare to other Coach bags, etc... Thanks in advance for any responses.
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I've owned a Prairie Bag. I loved it! Plenty of pockets (including the gusseted front pocket), adjustable (but not detachable) strap, perfect size for me. A well organized, small-to-medium sized bag.

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I haven't owned a Plaza Bag. It's about the same size as the Prairie but has the top handle and a detachable (but not adjustable) strap. The front pocket is not gusseted.

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I had a Plaza Bag Large but it seemed too large for me. Front pocket not gusseted; strap not adjustable. It does hold a lot.

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Here's my Prairie Bag next to my Companion Bag and Bixby Sling.

British Tan Prairie Bag 1995, Companion Bag NYC 1980s, Bixby Sling 1997.JPG
 
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#11,140
Catbird9 said:
I've owned a Prairie Bag. I loved it! Plenty of pockets (including the gusseted front pocket), adjustable (but not detachable) strap, perfect size for me. A well organized, small-to-medium sized bag.

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I haven't owned a Plaza Bag. It's about the same size as the Prairie but has the top handle and a detachable (but not adjustable) strap. The front pocket is not gusseted.

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I had a Plaza Bag Large but it seemed too large for me. Front pocket not gusseted; strap not adjustable. It does hold a lot.

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Here's my Prairie Bag next to my Companion Bag and Bixby Sling.

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Thank you so much, really appreciate the detail. It helps in my decision making. I am thinking about adding these to my wish list (ever growing wish list, lol)
 
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#11,145
kithrobyn said:
I'm curious about the Coach Prairie and the Coach Plaza. I've only seen them online and was wondering what people thought about them as far as usefulness and size, how they compare to other Coach bags, etc... Thanks in advance for any responses.
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I have a plaza (regular) and I don't like it. It's too small for me. I hope to sell it soon. I prefer the court bag.
 
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