Hermès Birkin Bag - $5,000 RESTORATION

[@aesinam]

I really hope that is an authentic bag because that's an expensive restoration

[@amde8554]

Even Hermes won’t repair a bag that far gone. Great job!

[@walideg5304]

They will.

[@amde8554]

@@walideg5304 Hermes doesn’t repair the inside of bags

[@peterhgalloway]

they absolutely will

[@daddysails8926]

@@peterhgalloway thats funny i read an article a woman sent a bag to hermes spa, they did not touch the inside of the bag and it needed repairs.

[@SouthJerseyBaitReviews]

insider did a whole thing on Hermes fixing there bags@@daddysails8926

[@sheldonkelly5020]

I wish you had a young enthusiastic apprentice to teach all that skill to carry on that super quality of work you have going on there. You are phenomenal!

[@shanefranksmitsdorff9092]

2nd that👌🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. Really masterful work & person @Steve

[@tara_nguyen]

That could be you 😀

[@flightschoolcustomfootwear]

I would literally move from Florida to Virginia to become Steve's apprentice. I love this craft so much!!

[@markfrancis7]

Great work, but it seems that it’s not an original Birkin, The feet of real one is not screwed, it’s hammered. Maybe I’m wrong..

[@zellazenith8797]

I tried calling the shop asking to be an apprentice and was told he doesn't teach 😥 it's such a shame! He's one of the best, would have loved to learn from him.

[@charlescastillo8870]

I'm 70yrs old and I'm going to start a new career as a cobbler 😂. Your an inspiration to us all with your skills and craftsmanship, especially the knife work. Such patience and technique. IMO this is one of your best videos Steve, keep em coming ❤

[@MullensTaub]

Great video! I agree with your point about buying fakes for personal safety reason, especially when travelling. Getting mugged on holiday is traumatic enough ,getting mugged with a genuine bag is even worse. It makes sense to me to travel with a fake bag and not carry anything of value that you will miss. Also if you get your bag damaged with dirt, stain, accidents, whatever it is , it won't matter if it's a fake. I recommend *condupcom* for you, it will save you a lot of trouble, but I'm glad you're there.

[@jmkoskinen]

Hèrmes bags are insanely expensive because you get what you pay for - a piece that will last a lifetime (as long as it is taken care of.) From the selection of the hides, processing et al, to the workmanship, Hèrmes is second to none. The intricacies start with the harvesting the leather to the last stitch on the bag. It takes 10 years of apprenticeship before a craftsman/craftswomen is allowed to make an Hèrmes handbag on their own. Yes, they can be seen as a status symbol, but not all Hèrmes bags are easily recognizable. Thus, they can go through life incognito. I have several Hèrmes bags (the incognito type) purchased on the secondary market that are 30+ years old. They look amazing!!

[@amywhite7632]

The owner of this bag is one lucky lady. She had her bag lovingly handmade TWICE!

[@isabellegt9826]

Jane Birkin. An English singer and actress very popular in France. Beautiful work. Bravo

[@thraciangrapes]

That color is called "blue jeans denim blue" and is one of the most popular Birkin bag colors. I'm amazed by this skilled man! He could get a job at Hermès on the spot.

[@dcallan812]

the inside suede reminded me of a denim jacket I almost bought in Milan. It was a beutiful colour denim, when I picked it up it weighed a ton it was this colour suede but really thick hide. I was so disappointed the only ones they had were to fit chain smoking, stick thin Milanese guys that never eat. 🤣

[@AI-Candy]

yeah, a very underpaid one... :(

[@chrisleigh485]

Wouldn’t the world be a much prettier place if everything were made by the hands of such talented men and women as he. A true artist. ❤

[@normablake2748]

Once you opened up the inside and the lining and the yellow dust started spilling out…I automatically started choking. Craftsmen like yourself make my brain happy. Exceptional work, well done. Keep doing you ❤️❤️❤️

[@glyonsandmax]

Steve, you an absolute legend! Watching you makes me calm and happy. I used to help out my local shoe repairman 60 years ago and sat with shoemakers in Spain when I was in the Navy. You are a sixth degree Black Belt in Leatherwork. God Bless you Sir! Thank you for sharing your talent and expertise!

[@teresagrifffin7132]

Lp

[@teresagrifffin7132]

Lp

[@gigistacey724]

I have no idea why this is so soothing. I do not do any of this type of work. But, I watch all the time.

[@janetgonzalez7883]

Would love to have seen the customer’s reaction to the amazing restoration of this very expensive bag!

[@carolcurtis2220]

I can see why it was $5,000 to repair. You are truly a craftsman. Wonderful job. Thank you for sharing. 👍🏻

[@Anntea9699]

What I absolutely LOVE about these types of videos is how they "pull back the curtain" on how these iconic, overpriced designer bags are actually made. And while the materials may be of a better caliber than most bags, at the end of the day, they're still glued in places, include some kind of cardboard-like material to give it structure, and may even have some hidden imperfections as you pointed out with the leather on this bag. Also, even a bag as expensive as this cannot withstand abuse and poor care! Leather is leather and just because you pay a TON for something, doesn't mean it can withstand any kind of treatment. Well done! I hope this customer pays you LOTS of money and that you get well compensated by KZbin for the views and likes on this video!

[@ObelixCMM]

I agree that prices are ridicules but people are on waiting list to get them, so why not charge them. This is not original Hermes bag. Feet, stabilizing material, machine stitching are all wrong.

[@Marciusha]

I hate how they use carboard for the inside. We have that kind of structure in cheap shoes and bags.

[@MariacherJargas]

Thanks for your comment, I have purchased a Chanel leather bag in *hotdups* and use it every day

[@vyvyienewalser6798]

What is the history of the bag? Does it not have a number or something to tell the manufactire date? Would love to know.How does such an expensive piece just crumble? What was the crumbly stuff? Loads of questions.

[@babycakes8434]

Exactly that💯Leather is leather. Maybe the hardware is nicer, but that is IT, not really worth a fortune. You basically buy the name brand, and your bag deteriorated into dust in only 14 years 😅😂

[@shannahbrace4865]

I loved this purse, the color is beautiful. You are completely right. Your customer is paying for the history of the company. Beautiful bag ❤

[@osiria75]

Incredible work!! I agree the price is too high for a bag, but contrary to others brands Hermès have literally many little towns to sustain in France. They have multiple farms where the cows are treated with the utmost care, they have fields to ensure their pasture is top notch to obtain the best leather quality. And they have created schools and diplomas to train people to their high standard. Everything you see in metal in the bag is 24 karat gold-plated . So compared to others brands their spending is much higher, I think it’s important to keep that in mind. Especially if we compare to Chanel…

[@Sparkysings2]

Or Palladium. 😊

[@3litangels]

It should be gold for that price

[@tarreemhacaruso2687]

@@3litangelsAgreed lol

[@tarreemhacaruso2687]

@osiria75 thank You for sharing. Sometimes people don’t understand what goes into certain craftsmanship. Hermes is a dying breed where they ACTUALLY STILL PRODUCE many of their own products BY HAND and haven’t “OUTSOURCED “ it to factories on the other side of the world like Chanel/LV has. Very seldom do you hear about QUALITY issues with Hermes like you do with Chanel/LV and the difference is that Hermes hasn’t gone crazy with the constant price increases(although their prices are steep) like LV and Chanel who in my opinion don’t deserve the current price tags because the QUALITY and craftsmanship isn’t there in their products anymore. They are now mass produced which is why they are experiencing the quality control and super fake problems. These other topics are not meant for this post and I’m not defending the brand. Just speaking to certain facts.

[@3litangels]

Also LV isn't even leather only the handles and trim so your paying for canvas

[@J_LOVES_ME]

Craftsmen like you are so rare these days. Amazing job!

[@MrStreetninja007]

The hands of a man who's made quality goods for years

[@JohnSmith-vx1zx]

Your patience and skill to bring that bag back to life is beyond believe Steve. Bravo 👏🏼! Keep the videos coming!

[@holymoly6829]

My flabber has never been so gasted with this bag Steveo What a job $5k was a bargain for the customer I agree the original prices are bonkers However it’s peanuts for the money folk Brilliant job again Always an interesting video from you Thanks again 👍👍💕🕊️

[@135Ops]

Strangely theraputic watching you restore this bag, apart from the hand stitching which looked like an absolute chore, great job as always Steve.

[@marthaswartz882]

How anyone could spend that kind of money on a Birkin bag and not keep it in a climate controlled storage is sickening! Your restoration job is perfection, Steve.

[@evelyn_r]

Easy, the people who put it away didn’t care for the monetary value. There could have been a divorce, or an elopement, that the owner didn’t find it worth going back for. The original owner could have past away, and all their stuff eventually moved out before being given away. A lot of people don’t know the worth of things and just move it out of the way for ages before eventually getting rid of it.

[@Satine_Moisant]

@@evelyn_r I saw a video of a couple who found a pristine, antique Louis Vuitton steamer trunk at a garage sale being held by an elderly lady who didn't know what it was. They were giddy they snagged it for $200. I wouldn't have been able to sleep at night knowing she needed the thousands it could have obtained at auction to live on.

[@raffinee_3763]

Who in their right mind would spend that kind of money on this few slabs of leather and cardboard? This is the handbag version of the emperor has no clothes........

[@Satine_Moisant]

​@@raffinee_3763 Agreed. I buy the super fakes/dupes without the logo. That bag is a workhorse, but not a $15,000 workhorse.

[@Jersey1971]

Sometimes people don't know the real value of inherited items that's why some of these luxury bags have been found at thrift shops

[@lydiafrazier2273]

What a beautiful workmanship you did, keep up the good work love it.❤

[@Mister006]

From Wikipedia: In 1983, Hermès chief executive Jean-Louis Dumas was seated next to English singer/actress Jane Mallory Birkin on a flight from Paris to London. Birkin had just placed her straw basket in the overhead compartment of her seat, but the contents fell to the floor, leaving her to scramble to replace the contents. Birkin explained to Dumas that it had been difficult to find a leather weekend bag she liked. In 1984, he created a black supple leather bag for her: the Birkin bag, based on a 1982 design.

[@MullensTaub]

Wealthy people are often more careful with their money than middle class people. It's how they got that way, and they're obsessed with wealth preservation. The money saved can be invested in education, health, or other personal growth. I would like to share a treasure *condupcom* that I recently discovered. The good things inside are not only unique in design, but also very cost-effective. I believe you will also like it.

[@jaks_bag_attack]

Most folks leave it unbuckled, and the flap open, I watch all of tanners videos it helps me really understand I am paying for a name. Your videos made me understand its labor I am paying for when I think that's an easy fix, I see how much work that simple job is.

[@IrishAnnie]

The color of that bag is stunning. What a job! You completely restored this bag to look like new! Quality work!

[@vyf.6508]

This is a fantastic job. Congratulations! I never thought this Birkin would be so beautiful again.

[@NJ-Cathie]

Steve - you are such an artisan. Your workmanship is unbelievable.

[@markmilan01]

Another one! My wife actually watched this episode with me! She loved it!! Great job Steve.

[@tamiz8895]

This is absolutely amazing. What an incredible repair. The only way i was able to get odors out of bags was to use an ozone generator. Put the bag in a closed off room (take plants, anything "live" out), seal off the bottom of the door. It might take 2-3 times but it works. Obviously, this bag required a complete dismantling and deep cleaning and is the exception!!! Great work!

[@Jess-P]

Such a great job! I have an Hermes Kelly and this restoration project was a real treat to watch. So much care and attention put into it.

[@cherfarr]

i trusted Steve he did fixed my LV sling bag thanx much Steve❤

[@HiraKenji]

One of the things that distinguishes the most a Hermès bag is their stitching: handmade. Of course, the stitching machine does a very good job and an even stitching but it is far different from the original. But your job is very nice, you made a whole new bag.

[@Jan-sn5tk]

I love watching people with amazing skills bringing things back to life with knowledge care and love. Truly enjoyable. Thanks for making this video and letting us peek at your master workmanship

[@rafaelkestafa]

That leather is BEAUTIFUL. And your work is impeccable as always.

[@dmack1827]

Saddle stitching and hand skiving are my two favorite parts of leatherwork. It would be pretty tough to be competitive in stitching by hand. You do really beautiful work, Steve.

[@bbrachman]

I agree. I only do hand stitching. Don't have a walking foot machine. Only a hobbyist leather crafter. My stitching pony just gathers dust since I learned the Leap Frog method of stitching. I can do it anywhere, not tied to a bench or clamp. Corter Leather taught me how to do it. I think his method is faster and more precise than using a pony. Hand skiving is still my bane. I try to hone my knife before every session. I cannot seem to get the angle correct on my leather strop.

[@ObelixCMM]

Love stitching. hate skiving

[@dmdunn]

@@ObelixCMM Almost anyone can do saddle stitching. Skiving takes a lot of time to truly master. It is what separates the boys from the men....so to speak.

[@jmkoskinen]

Absolutely to die for restoration project! IF the bsg had been given to me, I would not hesitate to have The Maestro restore the bag! Hèrmes will NOT restore the interior of their bags. Steve has done an amazing job, second to none! Bravo!!

[@dmack1827]

Tanner is doing an awesome job. Love his videos too. Great of you to mention him.

[@Graeme408]

The best leather master craftsman in the country. What amazing care and actually improving on the Hermes construction technique.

[@cecilyerker]

It’s a fake

[@latigresseNYC]

WOW!!! What an amazing job you did with the complete restoration of this bag and giving it a second life. It's like brand new again, maybe even better.

[@0rfinKing]

Hey Steve. Amazing video!!! The completed project turned out incredible! The company I work for cleans/repairs antique oriental rugs which is an entirely different line of work. But when you were talking about the struggle with the mildew smell, I figured I share what we do. Maybe its something that can help with similar projects down the road. When we get a rug thats been neglected to this state, we've found that some smells (cigarette and mold/mildew especially) are next to impossible to remove entirely from things like wool and leather because they tend to absorb scents. Here's the trick we use. After the initial cleaning to get rid of the physical dirt and debris, we then stick it in a sealed area with an ozone machine over night. The next morning we air the area out (as concentrated ozone is toxic) and wash the rug again. In the 15 years I've been doing it, the amount of rugs this did not resolve the odor issue on I can count on one hand. Hope you or anyone else that reads this finds it helpful.

[@BedosLeatherworksLLC]

Thank you, that is helpful

[@Nina-rj4nu]

Watching a master craftsman like you is mesmerising. 🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍

[@aserta]

That little pair of pliers with the leather jaws is a brilliant little mod. I usually have plastic jaws on my fine pliers, but leather will grip much better. On the bucket list of future modifications, for sure. Thanks Steve!

[@christophernejman]

Steve, I noticed when restoring the bag the feet that were on the bag were screw-on studs. I believe a real authentic Birkin uses feet rivets. It would make me question whether the bag is genuine.

[@ruben-wb7bt]

It's 100% a replica

[@bigmikeyz0071]

@@ruben-wb7bt I know nothing about designer bags but I’m avid sneaker and shoe collector so I do understand how expensive these items can be. Man, a $5k restoration on a fake that’s a hard pill to swallow. It’s certainly not Steve’s fault and the customer should have sought out an experts opinion.

[@ruben-wb7bt]

Hi, yeah it's an expensive repair but it's a Fake i Can tell you it's been 3 years i work at Hermes and everything is off from the général shape to how metals parts are fixed. No stiffener like that on the real ones just plain leather

[@bigmikeyz0071]

@@ruben-wb7bt Oh I believed you. I was just saying to pay that much for a restoration on a fake item sucks.

[@ruben-wb7bt]

Yes i think bedo's himself thought it was a real

[@kerlyn3582]

To watch a true craftsman is always a wonderful beautiful thing.

[@sallyfellows8281]

Fabulous restoration! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@Klacto1]

Loved your patience, talent , attention to the HERMES detail & finished product…..as an artist I appreciated your entire process through video.

[@beatrice5772]

That shade of blue is gorgeous! Thank you for all the time and effort!

[@Chanelchen123]

I'm not sure if you still read this but I know that quite a few bags come from Japan from the tsunami they had years ago. They are still selling high-end designer bags. A lot of them look great from the outside but have that awful musty odor and disintegrating inside. Your pronunciation is spot on. Also, Hermes repairs the bags. Just like Louis Vuitton and all the other designer handbags; You did a great job, but I just want to put it out there. Hermes and Louis Vuitton take the bags once they are authenticated and repair them. Customer service so to say.

[@docwatson8848]

I know the owner of the bag will be beyond excited and pleased. The price of the bag was astonishing your explanation was spot on. Thank you for sharing your talent with those who follow you, I am never disappointed with the videos I they relax me and educate me. I take much better care of my leather good and in the correct way because you have shown me how. Best wishes to you and yours

[@breesunshinee]

You’re a genius. Would pay you to teach me this skill, this art. The videos are one thing but man.. So fascinating.

[@RatdogDRB]

Amazing what people with money will pay for labels! At least that bag appears to've had better materials used than the LV and Gucci stuff. Love me some saddle stitch. That's mostly what I do when sewing leather. Very nice end result on something that was going away (internally) so bad. Always a pleasure seeing your handiwork, Steve. God bless you in your efforts.

[@45ladybugs]

There are handbags and then there is the Birkin. They hold their value as a luxury brand. Couturier, handmade quality. Truly beautiful made. Well done!

[@Crackers2549]

Steveroo, another amazing restoration of a bag that was shot...! One of the only persons on earth willing to do this job and with your patience and skills make it happen...! Five Stars....WOW... Greg

[@james2592OldLeatherSmith]

Old Leather Smith here, beautiful work as always Steve, 2 different things between us other than I am older, I use WOOL FELT inside bags, and I HAND STITCH EVERYTHING unless the client requests otherwise. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃

[@aucuneexpertise9805]

Don't worry, your prononciation of "Hermes" is very good 😀 I like this format of video where you show your work and you can speak freely, it allows you to make history points on the items you're working on, it's very interesting. Thanks a lot for sharing your work and your knowledge.

[@patriciaingraldi4719]

I enjoyed the viewing of your craftsmanship. I don't understand the money people spend on certain things but it's their money. Thank you for taking the time to do video. I love watching you work.

[@omnixiate]

Couldn’t watch this when it first released but as soon as I got home it was the first thing I did! Keep up the amazing work, Steve!

[@TheSimmpleTruth]

This video is so relaxing… Good for when stress hits. Your amazing skills worth any penny.

[@katr7969]

Another amazing job. You took a mess and turned it back into a masterpiece. Well done. I'm sure the customer is thrilled to have her beautiful bag back.

[@Andrey_Bodrey75]

Incredibly, at such a price for this bag, it should be of the best quality and be eternal, so that it could be left to great-grandchildren! Thanks for the video, great job! Greetings from Russia!))

[@patriciaduffy2000]

Excellent job 👏 ... you're a true craftsman!! You bought that bag back from the dead!! ☠ and gave it many more years of life!!

[@1kontrabida]

Have watch this 3 times just to go through the phases, we have to understand making one from scratch /start to finish is hard in itself let alone restoring and repairing one from the start takes a lot of time and especially planning, which i think separates each others skills and foundation on how they learned their skillset, Props to u Steve i love the outcome of this project and for sharing ur videos.

[@terrigelbaum8066]

I had no idea it would cost so much for a restoration . Oh, you totally deserve every penny for the amazing results you achieve .Love your channel.

[@thomolson]

That was AWESOME! I very much appreciated seeing the steps and what was on the inside guts of the bag.

[@christophernejman]

Climate control is so important. A few years back my client's mother had her top-of-the-line computer sewing machine stored in an outdoor shed while her house was being remodeled. When she took it out to set it back up and use it the machine was rusted inside and full of mold. Again, climate control is so very important! Well done as always, Steve!

[@marthaswartz882]

My cousin stored her mother's sewing machine out in a barn. It was completely rusted a few years later.

[@Patti-1962]

This is art….a gorgeous restoration! Your work is superb!

[@tristansauvageau3464]

Birkin bags are lined with goatskin, chevre leather. not lambskin. just fyi.

[@MichiganCustomCraftworksLLC]

You can line leather with any kind

[@leslievangils7093]

Great job in restoring this bag! ... enjoyed watching you tackle this job; looked like new! Beautiful!!!

[@KOBER4974]

Good night Steve YOU are a iconic man in Your job ,Wonderfull work in The iconic bag ,congratulations Steve.Regards from Spain 🎩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@genepippin5544]

Steve you are an artist.

[@danasixty5402]

I'm glad you said that the bag was over priced . Steve O , your right . I thought that at would have a little gold leave triming at least for the price Apart that excellent work .

[@jeramyAgodo]

You know what you can copy the sizes and make your own Hermes bag ❤❤❤

[@sharonh988]

Your talent is amazing. This is one of my absolute favorite videos you have done, and I've seen them all. Thanks Steve for sharing. 👜

[@Lovehummingbirds]

It’s amazing job you did. I really in love of making bags. I didn’t doit from scratch but I really would love to. Last year in October I maid bag like HERMES same color same design it was diy kit I bought from Amazon everything was hand sowing. I really liked the way it came out. I did such a neat job. After That I bought more different bags and sown them Christmas presents. I really admire your work and explaining with all details. Thank you.

[@augusto7429]

I always love how passionate and informative your videos are. Been watching for years and you never disappoint!

[@sindeeesquibel5198]

Just one word, " Wow!" 💕

[@BrianJoyce-dk2sg]

I priced this bag, it goes for almost $20k. Used for a little over $9k. That being said, I would love to find one in the condition you started with, rebuild it and sell it. My ex girlfriends mother doesn't have a problem shelling out the cash for one of those new. To some people $20k is just a number. You did a great job during the rebuild, I also like how you show mistakes and how to rectify them. Steve, it's relaxing watching you work and very informative.

[@tonygloster3483]

Some lucky lady is going to be very very happy Steve again top draw work from you as always give yourself a big pat on the back this is a beautiful bag

[@anjaprachtstueckwerk7546]

It´s such a joy to watch you work! Thank you for taking us along and giving us the chance to see what´s inside the Birkin bag. Highly appreciated!

[@lisac.2438]

Wow, how blessed whoever got it for a gift. That color is simply beautiful! And of course you did a beautiful job!

[@nancymcnee2707]

Such a beautiful repair! Who knows how the bag ended up so damaged but pleased to see that you fixed it. Congratulations!

[@BridgetCLM217]

Thank you for sharing your craft!! I absolutely love watching your videos! I would love to be doing what you’re doing!!! And I would love to see more videos just like this!!!!!!

[@tictactoe325]

Deconstructing this handbag just shows that all people are paying for is the brand name. Beautiful work as usual. Love the colour of the lining leather

[@teacheschem]

If it’s $5000 for a restoration then $10K isn’t bad for the bag.

[@dmdunn]

Birkins are also all hand saddle stitched and hand assembled. They take a ton of time to make. In addition to the name and heritage, that's what you're paying for.

[@daddysails8926]

@@dmdunn that is so true .. like a rolls Royce, Lambo, or any other high end good whatever it is. and most important the name.. its called a status symbol.

[@stephaniehinson1426]

I would absolutely love to be your apprentice! I have a knack at finding name brand bags that need some restoring, maybe not at this level like here in the video but I would love to learn from a master like u! I'm so glad i found ur videos. I'm a more of an on hand learner than a visual learner but i do appreciate your videos anyhow. U have taught me a few things so far & it is greatly appreciated! Thank u so much for sharing your amazing trade with us here on KZbin:) God bless u & ur family:)

[@rhondabeard7012]

You did a awesome job with that bag. It is so beautiful 😍

[@hurstbear]

Always love your work and your comments. Thanks for sharing this beautiful product.

[@HayliPonton-nn5do]

I love every aspect of your videos; from the camera and audio quality to the commentary! Even my husband enjoys listening to you. Amazing restoration as always!

[@RenierNanavati]

Since becoming a mom, I've learned to be thrifty and also stylish. HIDUPZ bags have helped me find the perfect balance between parenting and myself.

[@YourFavoriteSwiftie]

2009?!?! My god, that is a travesty! Wonderful restoration as always.....Probably my favorite of all you've done! 🎉

[@HandbagDiva]

The bag is fake

[@laurelldockall2399]

Wow. A Birkin. Great job Steve. ❤️

[@Luxurystore1]

You've given this bag a new lease of life, and that's a great job🥰🥰🥰

[@pennykafai4645]

Beautifully restoration of a beautiful bag. I hope the owner looks after it. Thank you for taking me alone on your journey from a musty mouldy start to a beautiful end result ❤❤

[@justanotherperson584]

It’s a bag! And it WILL look new again. Great job Steve.

[@samanthab1923]

I swear you must be psychic. I was just watching an old scary movie from the 70’s called Dark Places. Jane Birkin is in it! Glad you’re taking precautions with that mould smell. Between that & the smokey air I’d be down for the count. Be good & take care. This is a cool one 👜

[@polinamak5236]

I’m astonished by the amount of work you’ve done! And the quality of your craftsmanship 🎉

[@petercampbell3828]

I had a dark thought. Original owner wanted to be burried with the bag. Relative "retrieved" it a few years later. May explain condition and smell. 😮 Nice work!

[@tomaily4378]

Repair bag very good, thanks good luck

[@daveogarf]

Steve, it's amazing to watch you work! Excellent job, with a remarkable outcome.