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#11,791
Ava_13579 said:
Curious about something. We were talking about your white Dinky.
I have a white Canteen. It has little, hairline cracks in the finish along the strap edges.
May I ask if your Dinky has the same thing?
Wondering if this is something that just happens to white bags over time even if they're in excellent condition, or not.
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My NYC Dinky is a recent purchase and the only white bag I own. It is great condition, but does have tiny hairline cracks across the fold over the top, even with conditioning. I read a post a ways back, before I got the bag, where some noted it was if the dye on leather on their white bag was almost like a coating. I would agree with that. I can post a pic later.
I’ll tag @valv54 to see if she found that with her white Pony and @houseof999 with her white Shoulder Purse.
 
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#11,792
Lake Effect said:
My NYC Dinky is a recent purchase and the only white bag I own. It is great condition, but does have tiny hairline cracks across the fold over the top, even with conditioning. I read a post a ways back, before I got the bag, where some noted it was if the dye on leather on their white bag was almost like a coating. I would agree with that. I can post a pic later.
I’ll tag @valv54 to see if she found that with her white Pony and @houseof999 with her white Shoulder Purse.
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Most definitely, I just got a little white flap bag with a metal tag in unused condition and when I was putting a little conditioner on it I noticed the piping felt thin and coated and where the stitching was, there were tiny cracks. I think that at least the piping and not necessarily the body on early bags was heavily covered and easily damaged. White bags look so chic but are such a pain in the arse.
 
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#11,795
Lake Effect said:
My NYC Dinky is a recent purchase and the only white bag I own. It is great condition, but does have tiny hairline cracks across the fold over the top, even with conditioning. I read a post a ways back, before I got the bag, where some noted it was if the dye on leather on their white bag was almost like a coating. I would agree with that. I can post a pic later.
I’ll tag @valv54 to see if she found that with her white Pony and @houseof999 with her white Shoulder Purse.
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THANK YOU! :smile:
 
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Does anyone have any ideas for a large flap messenger? I'm looking for something and a lil bit slouchy, so of course I'm thinking vintage Coach!

I like the city, but also wondering if there's anything bigger. I've seen like a large rambler (I think?) but holy guacamole those are priced super high!

Thanks a bunch for your help :)
 
#11,801
colorguardjames said:
Recently acquired this cute little Musette. Unfortunate that the seller did not disclose the stains/depressions on the back of the bag. Even sadder that I accepted the order by forgetting to rate the seller within three days. Oh well - I guess I’ll just have to keep it for myself! ;)

Size comparison between the Musette and Original Rambler
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Love this bag! Looks great on you!
 
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bellebellebelle19 said:
Does anyone have any ideas for a large flap messenger? I'm looking for something and a lil bit slouchy, so of course I'm thinking vintage Coach!

I like the city, but also wondering if there's anything bigger. I've seen like a large rambler (I think?) but holy guacamole those are priced super high!

Thanks a bunch for your help :smile:
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How about a stewardess?
 
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#11,803
Vintage collectors- does anyone have a city bag and a convertible clutch? I'm looking at these two styles and trying to decide which I like more. They seem to be similar in size, just that the flap on the convertible goes to the bottom of the bag and the strap is removable.
 
#11,804
CoachMaven said:
Vintage collectors- does anyone have a city bag and a convertible clutch? I'm looking at these two styles and trying to decide which I like more. They seem to be similar in size, just that the flap on the convertible goes to the bottom of the bag and the strap is removable.
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The City Bag has a few functional advantages.

The City Bag has an outside back pocket; the Convertible Clutch doesn't.

The City Bag is 3-1/2" deep; the Convertible Clutch is 2-1/2"

The City Bag has an adjustable crossbody strap. The Convertible Clutch strap is shorter and is not adjustable, so it won't work as a crossbody.

Even so, a well-turned-out Convertible Clutch gets my vote for best looking. I love those bottom corner seams and the full flap.
 
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Catbird9 said:
The City Bag has a few functional advantages.

The City Bag has an outside back pocket; the Convertible Clutch doesn't.

The City Bag is 3-1/2" deep; the Convertible Clutch is 2-1/2"

The City Bag has an adjustable crossbody strap. The Convertible Clutch strap is shorter and is not adjustable, so it won't work as a crossbody.

Even so, a well-turned-out Convertible Clutch gets my vote for best looking. I love those bottom corner seams and the full flap.
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Hmmm, the one I was looking at (Convertible Clutch) might not have the original strap. I just looked at other listings and the strap looks significantly shorter. Not that I am complaining, I'd prefer a longer strap, but the strap drop on the one I have bookmarked is 21", but ones listed elsewhere are claiming the strap is 36" long in total.

I agree with you on looks, I prefer the look of the clutch over the city. Thank you for the information!

ETA: I found another one also with the same strap drop, I wonder if it is in fact the same, but the body form the person is using is a smaller one and it's throwing me off in regards to size and length.
 
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