Would you rehab this bag??

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#108
whateve said:
it makes you wonder what their house looks like.
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Seriously! I bought a bag on eBay once, took a chance on a one semi-blurry photo listing (and a brief description that said “like new”) and when it came, I used kitchen tongs to lift it out of and then right back into the box. I smelled it before I saw it. It was beyond filthy. It went back via return the same day. *shutter* Reminds me of this bag.
 
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dgphoto said:
Seriously! I bought a bag on eBay once, took a chance on a one semi-blurry photo listing (and a brief description that said “like new”) and when it came, I used kitchen tongs to lift it out of and then right back into the box. I smelled it before I saw it. It was beyond filthy. It went back via return the same day. *shutter* Reminds me of this bag.
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There was a woman who took her pictures in her kitchen, with dirty dishes covering every available space. I'm surprised she ever sold anything.
 
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I totally would! But I already have a few bags this size and I need to do some decluttering, tossing, cleaning and reorganizing first lol in my living space (read: busy managing my hoard). And rehab a few other bags first. And I just got a HG bag this week.
Assuming the zipper is good and you like a patina that says, yeah, I’ve got a few miles and I’m ready for more . . . A little dunk, a little CPR, a lot of O Oil, this could be one smokin bag. But that’s just me.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Co...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649
 
#116
Lake Effect said:
I totally would! But I already have a few bags this size and I need to do some decluttering, tossing, cleaning and reorganizing first lol in my living space (read: busy managing my hoard). And rehab a few other bags first. And I just got a HG bag this week.
Assuming the zipper is good and you like a patina that says, yeah, I’ve got a few miles and I’m ready for more . . . A little dunk, a little CPR, a lot of O Oil, this could be one smokin bag. But that’s just me.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Coach-crossbody-purse-tan/162725704563?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649
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The basic bag is too small for me. However, I think it might look beautiful with lots of conditioning.
What HG bag did you get?
 
#118
I have been cleaning and rehabing coach bags for over 15 years, British Tan, Camel, Putty have been the most difficult and I had given up on them, but I never soaked/washed them in soapy water before.. I cringe at the thought of doing so, but you folks here have given me hope and encouragement. I have just bought a BT Lindsey on eBay, not received yet, as a test project. It is one that I would like to keep if it comes out well. The price is very low and the condition is not terrible, at least in photos, so i am not risking much.

I do have a question before I start: when soaking the bag in soapy water, do I scrub it, brush it or just let it soak? I will take take before and after pics to post. Thanks for your help.
 
#119
mermaidcms said:
I have been cleaning and rehabing coach bags for over 15 years, British Tan, Camel, Putty have been the most difficult and I had given up on them, but I never soaked/washed them in soapy water before.. I cringe at the thought of doing so, but you folks here have given me hope and encouragement. I have just bought a BT Lindsey on eBay, not received yet, as a test project. It is one that I would like to keep if it comes out well. The price is very low and the condition is not terrible, at least in photos, so i am not risking much.

I do have a question before I start: when soaking the bag in soapy water, do I scrub it, brush it or just let it soak? I will take take before and after pics to post. Thanks for your help.
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Everyone does it slightly differently. I mostly just soak. If there are stains, I pay more attention to those. I might very lightly scrub. If you scrub too hard, you risk damaging the leather and making marks. You can scrub the suede side more vigorously. If there are any ink or oil stains, you might want to address those before the bath.
 
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mermaidcms said:
I have been cleaning and rehabing coach bags for over 15 years, British Tan, Camel, Putty have been the most difficult and I had given up on them, but I never soaked/washed them in soapy water before.. I cringe at the thought of doing so, but you folks here have given me hope and encouragement. I have just bought a BT Lindsey on eBay, not received yet, as a test project. It is one that I would like to keep if it comes out well. The price is very low and the condition is not terrible, at least in photos, so i am not risking much.

I do have a question before I start: when soaking the bag in soapy water, do I scrub it, brush it or just let it soak? I will take take before and after pics to post. Thanks for your help.
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I too just soak in the soapy water. I learned the hard way not to scrub. I had a bag that looked very dirty and I used a brush to scrub and I wasn't gentle in my attempt to open up the pores. My scrubbing took the smooth finish off and it ended up having a little suede feeling to the touch. So I don't scrub anymore. I soak in Dawn dish soap bath for 30 min. Then rinse and soak for another 15 min in water. I repeat rinse until the soak water doesn't bubble anymore. Otherwise the bag dries very stiff if you don't get all the soap out. Stuff to reshape and dry till damp dry and condition with Leather CPR. Dry for a day and reapply leather Conditioner.
 
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