Louis Vuitton Duffle Bag: Is It Worth It? - Luxury LV Keepall Bag Review

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00:00 Introduction
00:33 Louis Vuitton is the most powerful fashion or luxury brand in the world, today. There's a long, innovative, and at times, controversial history but most people today, know the brand for the LV monogrammed logo that's plastered all over their products. Despite the fact that now, even mainstream consumers aspire to have a Louis Vuitton item, today, it remains a sort of fashion's great status symbols and because of that, it is heavily counterfeited. Because of that, we bought our BANDOULIÈRE 55 Keepall at the local Louis Vuitton store so we can ensure it is a genuine product.
04:37 We chose the classic color combination of the brown monogram canvas with the undyed cowhide leather accents. Essentially, you could buy the bag without the shoulder strap but then it's just a keepall 55. The additional shoulder strap which costs four hundred dollars makes it the BANDOULIÈRE.
04:58 Frankly, the leather handles on the bag are so small that without the shoulder strap, the use is very limited because you can't even carry it over your shoulder. In the US, with the strap, it retails for $1,820 without tax or $1,420 without the shoulder strap. If you add the tax, it gets you over fifteen hundred or close to two thousand dollars, respectively.
05:25 Before we bought the bag, of course, we did some research, read up on the history, and checked out their website and they provided pathetically little information about the bag, the origins of the materials, and how it's made.
05:55 So how exactly is a Louis Vuitton monogrammed coated canvas made? Essentially, it is a fabric and I don't even know the material of fabric but it is a fabric coated in PVC, stands for polyvinyl chloride, also known as vinyl. It's the world's first most widely produced plastic polymer and it is a very cheap material. Because of that, I wasn't surprised that the whole PVC part was not marketed or advertised on their website. If you look at the back, it seems to be cotton but it also could be nylon or polyester-cotton blend, I don't know. The only real way to figure it out would be to send it to a lab or maybe do a burn test but we refrained from doing so.
06:43 The pros of the material are that it's quite lightweight which is great for travel. The con list is a lot longer. First of all, it's a lot less expensive than leather and also less durable and it doesn't develop as nice of a patina. General PVC or vinyl is a very pedestrian material that is used in cheap bags or a tile alternative in your kitchen. Now, Louis Vuitton keepall doesn't feel as cheap as some other vinyl bags. At the same time, it doesn't feel as nice as a high-quality leather bag either.
09:24 Next up, let's look at their double zipper which opens or closes from both sides. It's sturdy and machined out of brass rather than injection molded. On the inside, you find a smaller zipper that is likewise machined and not injection molded. It seems like it's the 24 karat gold plating but again, I'd have to send it to the lab to figure out exactly what the alloy is. Upon closer inspections, the zippers are marked with Louis Vuitton logos which is atypical because most brands have like a YKK zipper or a different brand.
Now, Louis Vuitton zippers are made by Riri which are the best zippers money can buy and they're made in Switzerland.
11:40 Now, the fact of whether something is brass or not aside, the gold plating here is rather inconsistent. For example, if you look at the D-ring and the zippers, they have this kind of yellowish greenish gold. If you then look at the gold of the strap, it's a lot more reddish gold versus the lock, it's a more intense yellow gold. If you put them all together, you have two zippers, one D-ring, and one lock in three different gold tones.
So the big question, is a Louis Vuitton Keepall BANDOULIÈRE 55 bag worth its money or not? WATCH THE VIDEO TO FIND OUT OUR VERDICT.

[@zang9147]

If anyone's interested, I'm selling my 2003 Honda Accord for less. It can be exposed to humidity and abrasions without a worry.

[@gljay]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@JD-zw5os]

😂😂😂 comedian

[@gentlemansgazette]

Lol, well said!

[@GallantKnight98]

Hilarious! I'm actually sitting in my 2003 Accord watching this 😂

[@RichMitch]

@@GallantKnight98 I'm watching this in 2003! 🙃

[@Grabehn42]

"keep this bag away from dirt, water, the sun" So... nature in general? It's like they're saying "just don't use it".

[@campkira]

keep it away for poor people....

[@sj26843]

Should just stay in the store 😂😂😂

[@jjayjewel]

That was if you ruin they can say “we told you not to take it outside”

[@CogMarks]

There are things you can use to treat the vachetta leather to protect it.

[@dirgniflesuoh7950]

It is the way to write themselves out of any responsibility for any complaints, when the bag is worn and torn. I would buy a beautiful leather bag from Kero if I had that money. Two or three bags at least now that I think of it, and a nice pair of boots probably.

[@Greggory1987]

My aunt died last summer and left her 1991 LV 55 duffle to me. This bag means the world to me because it came from one of my dear aunts. The duffle is still in awesome condition because of superior craftsmanship.

[@KristinA-xv4yk]

That’s awesome! It was likely made of leather during that time period, so that’s prob why it’s lasted the test of time. Cool piece to inherit!

[@misterbobo8139]

@@KristinA-xv4yk Wrong. It’s vinyl.

[@DoumaIntern]

Imagine paying $1800 dollar for a bag that isn’t even leather.

[@stephanieknowsbest]

I can reassure you that no leather product will hold as well as the Louis Vuitton canvas. Leather breaks down with time but the canvas doesn’t. And seen as the world is moving more towards leather alternatives, I seriously think everyone should be more open-minded to this alternative as it’s a pretty good alternative material.

[@Alfonsoltd]

stephanieknowsbest ok boomer

[@stephanieknowsbest]

Unconventional Reality I’m a millennial 🙄 at least learn to use the words correctly

[@CXY96]

@@stephanieknowsbest Canvas doesn't break down, but if it does, you can't refurbish it. Leather, on the other hand, you can refurbish. Give it a good wax, and it looks as good as new. The LV is good as a status symbol, but it doesn't seem practical. You want to be able to take it on a beach in Sicily and then to the snowy Alps in Switzerland.

[@nicpro85]

nike: just do it

[@danielherrin]

The bag to travel with when you want to get mugged.

[@arx3516]

It could be useful to hide a bomb in. People wouldn't call the police if they see it abandoned in a train station.

[@dwightschrute5139]

Daniel Herrin sorry you live in Compton.

[@joana4045]

puts tampons and some cheap silver jewellery in a lv bag, and idiot takes a knife and cuts through it for stealing my junk. idk what to say about muggers and their intelligence level

[@jordysmom479]

@@arx3516 sad but true 🙄

[@iqbalroskolnikov1391]

I am sure people who haul around with expensive stuff do not hang out in places where they get mugged.

[@krunoslavkovacec1842]

Nothing with huge logos on it is worth it. Craftsmanship should speak for itself.

[@jeremyt2212]

Absolutely. If I'm going to be a walking advertisement like that, they'd better be paying me.

[@erikpalacios4279]

lol same not worth that price tag

[@LPKrono]

Usually the more expensive pieces have smaller logos ironically. If you are that rich you don’t need to show off

[@fanboiahoy4706]

Jeremy T If you were a model, they would.

[@cyrxl]

It’s a classic and timeless product. Why are you even here if you can’t appreciate it

[@jeanraspail2979]

Appreciate you doing honest reviews. To many fashion KZbinrs will never criticize big brands.

[@volumen1y2]

The worst part is that Louis vuitton monogram cant be a status statement because is so fakeble..

[@Amatersuful]

i seen it so much where i live

[@baldez8901]

Ikr it makes old white moms cream

[@BW-fz5kf]

Violet Jean Garcia You always see Chinese tourist with them at the airport.

[@shellybelly7784]

seanzscorpio selfie wasn’t a word, our Queen is adding to the dictionary 💁🏽‍♀️

[@joshuascreations7526]

@@shellybelly7784 Queen of what? Theres already a Queen of London. So what do you mean when you say "Our Queen"?

[@altvctr]

Love how you explained the history of the brand. Personally, I could never pull one of those off and feel comfortable about it.

[@christinecampbell4968]

Sure you could. You look like a guy with great taste.

[@PumpkinStrikesBack]

LV epitomizes the "you only pay for the label" stereotype.

[@dlx7262]

PumpkinStrikesBack then why jās it never happened?

[@lassegrnning3473]

The experience and service you get at lv is amazing! Even if you’re only buying something “cheap” like a cardholder, and the quality of their leather goods is amazing as well

[@canneddinners6059]

Not really, all products are handmade in Europe

[@callumcolquhoun2825]

I would say this is true

[@aliuniversal4100]

Supreme has entered the chat

[@yomoms16]

Safe to say this bag is getting returned after the review😂😂😂

[@McrueProductions]

I’d say calmed on tax and given to the Mrs.

[@shanew7361]

Yea, I just ordered one and may return it when it arrives 😂 Did you return yours or keep it?

[@lvtrunks2790]

The reason the exterior of the bags are made of cotton backed PVC is for durability. This fabric was originally a replacement for the waxed cotton canvas of the earlier trunks. You state that Leather is more durable but that's just false. PVC is waterproof, and longevity wise will outlast leather if heavily used. However Louis Vuitton is famous for the trunks, and this canvas was developed for that application. Keepalls of recent years have certainly declined in construction, older bags used authentic non coated brass but over time this will oxidize and stain the vachetta leather. The canvas used to be thicker, the leather was thicker and the hardware was better quality. They changed in the early 1990s to suit increasing demand and restructured their factories. Nevertheless you mention Goyard as a "superior" Luxury item but they too are made of PVC canvas with leather handles, so paying 3x as much for the same type of item i'd say thats terrible advice. Louis Vuitton does of course make full leather bags, they are more expensive but are indeed high quality items. The top end of the brand is still the trunks and hardcase items but in the modern world they simply are not practical and usually end up as decorative items. In terms of a modern keepall i'd have to agree with your assessment.

[@amiralimoezzi3119]

The only reason is for the profit margin.

[@davidmeier8860]

I've been having this argument with my wife for several years.

[@Pfirtzer]

Just take a new wife and you don't need any argument any more.

[@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy]

Usually people who need to debate on it with their significant other cant afford it. I feel sorry for her.

[@shaneh2289]

Eddie Wow your an idiot

[@britnisonsky2717]

If the item is for her, and she enjoys it I don’t see why your opinion would matter.

[@britnisonsky2717]

Shane Harper not trying to pick on your grammar; BUT, if you’re going to call someone an idiot, you should at least use the correct “you’re”

[@tanishap6760]

I love this channel.. one of the very very few - if not the only - quality fashion or lifestyle channels on KZbin

[@falconeagle3655]

you forgot the "for men" part. There is no channel that does this for man

[@leporello7]

@@falconeagle3655 Two that come to mind are "Sartorial Talks" with Hugo Jacomet for the classic, elegant european gentleman and "He spoke style" for a younger, more international style. Out of the three I still like Sven's style the most (that colourful vintage fun).

[@alekskensington5494]

real men real style? I started watching him first and his videos are really good he doesn't specifically do a specific style unlike the gentleman's gazette but he more for people who want to look better overall.

[@alekskensington5494]

@Matt Barrett maybe for vintage style but not overall style I would recommend real men real style for that this is more a niche style rather than overall.

[@j5f5]

I have been a regular follower of Sven's videos for years now! Being a lawyer, his advices are always worth it but this specific video is my favorite. He nailed it. His honesty and very straightforward ''opinions'' about the Keepall is what i would call FACTS. I wanted to get a Keepall since some time now but each time i read the details from LV's website, i also got the impression it is not as high quality as it should be but more of a status symbol. I don't care about status symbol as much as the quality and if the investment is worth it. Thank you and Keep up the good work Sven. Very informative and important video. Prost!!

[@jokescity3985]

For best use to extend life of this Louis Vuitton bag: Trasport it inside a more durable bag

[@markreynolds8449]

So why not do the obvious- buy a counterfeit and compare the quality/value for money?

[@carlosc3768]

Wow, that was an eye opener. I have to say that I never paid much attention the LV products, as this video points out, I always saw their products as a common, if expensive, way of saying "I spend a lot of money in this bag". I think that a refined product should hide it's brand name not advertise it and yet I never thought that those expensive logo bags were made of vinyl! Vinyl?!?! A $2000 dollar vinyl bag? That is marketing at it's very best(/worst?). I honestly always thought that LV were over price but still quality products. Thank you for this video. I hope you took your bag back and got your money back. Great video.

[@Pfirtzer]

He got it for free or it was knicked!

[@rustyshackleford17]

That or this becomes a rather nice business writeoff. Besides, there is a nice aftermarket of people purchasing that material to repurpose them into other products. That said, I've never been particularly impressed with the quality of LV products.

[@cookieg.9813]

It's canvas and leather. Nothing is as durable and fabulous. Pure quality. People throw away more money in cheap purses than I have in these. They are indestructible and no one cares if they look worn.

[@crazyrabbits]

@@cookieg.9813 - Overpriced, hideously garish and a prime target for thieves. I once dated a girl who freaked out because she was carrying a $3k Vuitton bag and had me hold it instead of setting it down on the floor of a train station. Wish I had known about this video then -- but besides that, there's plenty of video evidence on YT of leathermakers calling out Vuitton and other designer brands (Tom Ford, Gucci, et al.) for knowingly marking up products that have substandard workmanship.

[@cionm7077]

@@cookieg.9813 Its PVC with leather decorations, cheap Chinese leather imported and put together in the USA.

[@smackroscoe]

Yknow why I like this channel? Because Sven is going to always “keep it real”. Thank you for all your hard work & all that you do for us! Bless all of you!

[@ElJefeMeech]

Didn't know I needed this channel in my life, good stuff.

[@Cascade5012]

Very informative and interesting. I had no idea about the history or the materials used. Thank you!

[@gracyd326]

I have LV’s but I feel like I always have to take precaution while using it. With my Coach ,I can freely toss it around and it’s also durable. This is a nice and honest review.

[@pilt6569]

I really appreciate that you introduce the viewer to the history of the product, I love it!

[@DrHouse888]

I love your videos! Their very informative and extremely entertaining! Thank you.

[@mr.ricochet8603]

I dunno about you fellas, but I live in Italy so I have access to some very good leather artisans in my town, if you do too (wherever you live), buy from them and support them, I'm sure whicever country you reside in they make leather items AT LEAST on par if not much better than big brands and possibly even cheaper :)

[@raulvieira806]

Another video with excellent content and research.

[@dannoeros]

Learned alot in this one, Thankyou mate :)

[@sharonmcmann-morelli4896]

Great information. Thanks for the in depth look, love your suit❤️

[@shinnam]

Thanks for the video, I have always thought most LV stuff was garish. I didn't have any interest in LV but I like listening to you speak, very charming and calming.

[@cunty]

i would like to hear about the quality of some hermes bags.

[@issayah]

Alookks it’s very good quality, better than Vuitton of course, some of the best leather in the world. Hence the $50k - $1 mlllion price tag

[@Poneisha]

Thank you very much for a brief history and education on LV. Now you have questioning my future LV purchase. Thank you! Every review I seen Thomas for have not been in great detail as your video. Definitely worth the watch!

[@BrandOrigins]

This is such a good breakdown of Louis Vuitton. Thank you for making this!

[@blt565]

Why are so many people surprised that the Monogram and ebene prints are coated canvas??! It’s common knowledge 🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@CC-kk8yh]

It's the faux pebbled leather texture, I think.

[@JoshUa-sm1sb]

Why I always laugh when people say it’s leather 😂 coach is the only one who uses leather like that

[@user-iu1ru1qz7u]

No one is surprised, just a bunch of cheap haters gathering to clap back at something they can't afford.

[@yuliusjrt9917]

@@user-iu1ru1qz7u it’s not so much about the ‘haters’ being ‘cheap’, more about how poorly made the bag is for the price, with the logo/brand being the only thing making it that costly

[@rr40v8]

Thank you so much for that brilliant, honest and objective review. I was contemplating getting my wife a LV bag for Christmas but considering it is mostly canvas and pvc, and all of those care caveats there is no way I will now. Price has to be relative to quality and it is disgraceful in this instance. Thanks Sven 👍

[@roseal-sawmahi9358]

I am subscribed and i love your channel! Thank you for all that you do.

[@carlorjj]

Another Great Video and as usual, honest review!!!

[@Chitukuravi]

A Chinese socialite once claimed that LV these days are a brand for aspirational secretaries 😂

[@suzannetaylor6285]

Chi Tukuravi that’s ME 🧐😎🤩

[@Chitukuravi]

@@suzannetaylor6285 😂

[@tonysopranooo1]

not everyone inherits mommy and daddy's money like the chinese

[@TheCakoholic]

Hahahaha 🤣🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@user-iu1ru1qz7u]

Imagine thinking that semi-quoting a random nobody is some form of credible argument.

[@calvinmercer8768]

Pleasantly surprised to watch a Gentleman’s Gazette video that covers an item I was actually in the market for. The material breakdown was very informative. It has me looking elsewhere as I value substance over style, especially at the higher end of the marketplace. Thanks!

[@jtinsfo]

Thorough, thoughtful, and comprehensive - thanks!

[@scottlalonde2878]

Great video, informative and entertaining, thank you.

[@saralbudhiraja]

I am from Leather Industry. Thanks for making such a detailed and information rich video. On point. Even if the video had been 30 mins long I would have watched it even then till then end. Great Job. Worth investing the time.

[@gerardacronin3095]

When I see someone with a Louis Vuitton bag, my first thought is “ is it a counterfeit?” And my second thought is “he or she has more money than sense”. For me, functionality is paramount. I have bought better luggage than that for a few hundred dollars.

[@freciemagdirila7075]

That’s what I always think, too. As for me, I proudly own a Louis Vuitton “dupe” wallet from Amazon that I bought for only $6.

[@Tomfissh]

Any recommendations? I'd like to get a weekender bag as I'm going on a few short holidays this summer and wont need a suitcase.

[@fanboiahoy4706]

Gerarda Cronin The people who bought it did so only because they wanted others (like you) to recognize that it’s Louis Vuitton

[@Tomfissh]

@@seandooley1405 Cheers

[@gerardacronin3095]

Simba I can make any judgment i wish.

[@Stanleydragonjr]

The best review of this bag/house I have watched Beautifully done Thank you

[@rilke3266]

Thank You! This was super helpful!

[@luenedragos]

A few years back I went on holiday on the Amalfi coast, in Italy. We took a bus to Sorrento and it was a lovely town and, for some reason, packed with Americans. I bought an amazing leather weekender bag for €160, so for everyone in the US travelling to Italy I would recommend walking on those narrow streets with leather stores, rather than shopping from the high street retailers or even spending so much on brands like LV.

[@RBLXGaming23]

Great video. Really puts LV, this so-called "luxury" brand into perspective.

[@BibbityBop]

Great video as always. Thank you!

[@goldenboy912]

Great video! Thanks for this!

[@Alexander-us7hw]

I had this bag bought for me as a gift . It’s lovely , the needle works is amazing. I know it’s only part leather but I do adore it . I wouldn’t buy it myself but people do comment on it when ever I us it. I think a fair price would be more like £400

[@Anthonyjones-pq4ff]

What would that be in us Dollars it’s nice to have nice travel pieces.

[@casenjaquez9859]

My favorite bag that I have used for years is a leather saddleback bag. It only has a small logo stamp in the middle and is the most durable bag I have ever seen.

[@simplysilent2980]

Very informative video! Excellent review. Thanks for sharing.

[@glogigo]

Very nice history summary! And very good Review

[@RadeTcg]

It just blows my mind that they are charging that much for a vinyl bag...

[@MrVaghag]

It blows my mind that people buy this tat....

[@stephanieknowsbest]

I don’t know why this guy has such a negative view on the bag, because the material is awesome! It holds well and you can wear it in the rain without worrying. Just get the canvas material but in damier so you don’t have to worry about the vachetta leather, and you’ll be able to use the bag anywhere, and for ages.

@@stephanieknowsbest I thought the same thing why is he bashing the bag?

[@marylhere]

There's a sucker born every minute.

[@gerryfishman7823]

People should be able to enjoy what they want. Im not sure why people are so concerned about how others spend their own money.

[@ChevyBM]

I love my Keepall, it is a really classic design and very useful and rugged! Best value for to buy one is to get a second hand or vintage!

[@pipedownpaulneatyourpudding]

I always buy vintage or resale ! Never brand new

[@shanew7361]

I just ordered the 55 monogram in black. I'm wondering if I should cancel the order or return it after watching said video 😂 Any issues with yours or concerns or advice, etc?

[@boomer0117zr]

Gentleman’s Gazette I love your history of products I am actually learning really interesting things that normally is never covered so I can get why something is someway

[@CS-xn6vb]

You are an honest man and for that i will sub!

[@4LVFans]

This was such a great and thorough review. I think the Keepall actually looked very good on you, even though you don't think it's worth it.

[@joshuasteele4498]

Great video and analysis. LV has an appeal that I don’t understand, but many seem to crave it. I had no idea that material was PVC based! Not a durable material at all. Many grades of leather and or textile fabrics will outlast and outperform LV’s bags for fractions of the price.

[@DonLee1980]

Perfectly sums it up, this bag is for someone who wants to tell people that they own a LV bag, and not because of the craftmanship or the wonderful materials its made of

[@Jessroxxurxsoxify]

That BURN at the end to LV !!!! I loved it. Very well done video!!!

[@Jvhh9]

I’ve had my Louis messenger for 15 years and still get compliments.

[@miracleman.]

congartulations.

[@lieutenantpepper2734]

great investment

[@igorsilva6992]

I don't have anything against the fashion industry. But to see a company built from innovation evolve into one that just leans on its name to sell cheap products makes me sad...

[@GlobalAdventurer]

I notice more and more companies over the years have fallen by the wayside. When they started having China make their goods. Now many of the brand name companies are just selling products with their cheap embossed or silver plated brand emblem and not worth basically anything.

[@benbridle1]

Your videos are excellent and I hope you continue to make them.

[@chewie94116]

Thank you for the great analysis

[@serge_oehn]

It would be nice if you could test a Rimowa Trolley.

[@kurjan1]

I own 7 Louis Vuitton bags which I bought back in the early ‘90’s. They have been beaten, shot, dragged, driven over (don’t ask) and dunked in a river... they’ve been used as bags, pillows, seats and foot stools. They are still in excellent condition and I have received ridiculous offers to buy them. Not interested as they are my travel and hunting history when I was young. They are excellent with extraordinary quality. Sadly, Louis Vuitton is now nothing more then a expensive department store. When I purchased my bag ensemble there were no sunglasses, no shoes, definitely no bloody sneakers, no clothing, no watches. The company has definitely changed for the worse. I will still adore my LV bags though. They are my constant traveling companions.

[@dontobby89]

Same here. I inherited a bag from my grandpa he bought in the 80s. Its still in a brilliant condition

[@jimreuss]

Out of curiosity, what was the pricing of LV in the 90s? I know it was still a marque brand but probably not on the same price level.

[@kurjan1]

jim reuss To be honest I can’t remember specifically the price but being at university and just starting my business I saved for nearly two years to be able to afford my first piece. It was hellishly expensive. Bags, given the time value of money, are cheaper today. Back then they were only made in France... I believe.

[@johnriesling2207]

your bags were probably made of leather. then LV realized that they could squeeze more profits by making these plastic bags.

[@jonascameron]

JOHN RIESLING LV (monogram) bags have been made out of canvas since the day they were made. So no.... the canvas is for weight. When empty, they are extremely light.

[@Juanchos_3]

Such a great review , Thanks!

[@eloycavazos2816]

Wow! Thanks for the in depth review! Keep up the “Is it worth it?”!

[@martinkohne2641]

Sven, what brand is your bag, that we see in the video next to the LV bag? Thanks!

[@thierrysf]

You are absolutely right on the money concerning this bag and most of what Vuitton makes. I am French and I am not ashamed to say that Louis Vuitton is poor quality sold at premium prices. The cost of the bag is probably no more than 5% of the selling price. The only value of this kind of items is bragging rights for undiscriminating egomaniacs.

[@jlind3891]

What bag brands do you recommend for quality?

[@thierrysf]

@@jlind3891 Hermès if you can afford it. It is really top-notch quality. will last a lifetime. 100% made in France unlike Louis Vuitton. There may be other brands that are as good for less money.

[@salsadancer4965]

Great analysis much appreciated

[@KingKan]

This was VERY informative....

[@KELLENKASH]

Not worth it, bags are status symbols, unless your status is low and can be defined by THINGS.

[@campkira]

it some country if you steal that a very long time in jail....

[@julianguzz7471]

Or if your status is judging others on how they spend their money

[@stephanieknowsbest]

Isn’t this entire channel about status symbols? 😂

[@julianguzz7471]

You mean status symbols like mont blac pens and alpargatas

[@johnnymartinez478]

@@stephanieknowsbest eh I see some of it as buy it for life items

[@Danielxulu]

Respect from China, like your high quality video, thank you, Mr. Raphael.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Are you watching via vpn?

[@Danielxulu]

Gentleman's Gazette I’m using Shadowsocks, I built a proxy service on a US based server. VPN actually works poorly in China, because the government is trying to ban VPN.

[@fckSashka]

@@Danielxulu Nice. Gives me hope that one day, you will eventually be free in the far-east. Keep doing what you do man! Keep fighting.

[@Ya0Yao]

@@Danielxulu 这些老外只想看到你说不自由而已，没必要搭这个腔。

[@Dexduzdiz]

徐璐 that’s awesome!

[@mlee6136]

This is a great honest and informative video, That’s a subscribe.

[@notfak]

I was thinking of buying this after saving for 5 years! Thanks so much for this information! Now I will buy lessons to make my own duffle bag with real LEATHER.

[@swannyriver75]

The people who gave a thumbs down are the one's who brought the bag because of it's logo.

Yes and that's a bad thing?..I dont think so I have several and It makes a statement and overall looks good in my opinion.

[@plzitzjustmahcheezits909]

Lanell 4Keeps Makes a statement, yes. The statement being “I pay for status”

@@plzitzjustmahcheezits909 Well if I have the money to pay for Anything I like and can afford..if status is what You need to call it..then so be it..point still remains...I got it👀👍👍

[@JD-zw5os]

I won’t be buying one, well, if I had the money, I still won’t be paying that amount for plastic .

[@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy]

J D peasant.

[@ctrlaltcreate3827]

A. GZN you’re a lame

[@asunagilfoyle]

Excellent review! I feel that you make high quality reviews of products luxury goods objectively which I appreciate when considering a product, some reviewers excuse not so great quality with the motive of "It's a high-end item." Keep it up!

[@ialeg3710]

Excellent work, give these brands the kind of exposure they deserve!

[@Oberkommando]

4:26 I have to correct you on that. They actually do most of the work in Romanian factories and only assemble them in Italy, France, Germany... For example LV shoes are made in Romania, and then they nail on the sole in Italy to be able to use "Made in Italy"

[@fckSashka]

Yes... just like most popular "high-end" brands.

[@galegrazutis185]

Very wrong

[@campkira]

does it matter? it may expensive but compare the made to order product it still cheaper....

[@Oberkommando]

@@campkira I personally don't think a business that claims to sell you the best possible quality should attempt to trick their very customers.

[@azeael8429]

campkira not only you compare 2 entirely different categories but it is even false. MTO not bespoke bag is way cheaper than these trash.

[@henrikjohn6590]

hahahah, how angry are my friends going to be when I tell them their bags aren't even leather...

[@midnightgoatthief9071]

Henrik John the fact that people don’t know this kills me 😂😂 how do you not know about your own bag

[@fanboiahoy4706]

Marquise Martin I don’t think people buy Louis Vuitton for quality. The bag doesn’t even feel like leather.

[@jonascameron]

If your friends bought them thinking they are leather - they bought them for exactly what he said .... Status. It’s still a quality product, but if you spend that kinda $ on something, you might want to ask a question or two.

[@akvnflz]

Henrik John personally, I find items that aren’t genuine leather are much better and worth your money because they can be used more safely. For example, a leather coat isn’t very useful in the snow because, well, leather and water don’t mix. But a faux leather coat is much more useful and still looks great

[@ErrorPagenotFound-ig1cy]

Doesnt matter. Their bags costs more than your net worth.

[@maxjulien2647]

hey, long time sub here. that LV background information you gave was fantastic. please make one about gucci. learned alot from you all the time!

[@prdimuzi]

Great review!

[@Douken]

Mr. Louis Vuitton is rolling on his grave right now.

[@corpojp6624]

I am still using my LV overnight bag bought in 1998 and it’s perfect. A Gucci tote since 2000 and it’s great. I am happy with what I paid for . Value and worth are not the same but have never been disappointed by either brand so it’s up to personal choices.

[@ifirexx5673]

Nice! Appreciate the objective review

[@robertwright4220]

Great video, thank you for the straight talk. I personally expect quality over everything and will spend the money if I can justify the quality name and recognition comes second or third at best.

[@alexuemura2353]

you spent a minute saying how they didn’t show the actual materials, but if you scrolled down more it lists exactly what every part of the bag is made out of (inside being cotton and hardware being gold plated brass)

[@rabignall]

Love the suit and all the trimmings! The second I saw the LV bag I could see it was cheap! Too cheap looking right off the bat. It looks like something I would give my grand kids to keep their toys in. $2000 dollars for thin vinyl? NO WAY!

[@JulianeGabriel]

Wonderful review. Thank you!I am collecting vintage Principe bags. They are great quality and craftmanship for a very low prize.

[@nicholaspapoulias9280]

Great review!!

[@Offensive_Username]

This makes me appreciate my plain hipster tote bag.

[@lieutenantpepper2734]

poor people's version of LV

[@Poemwriter_Angelo]

no bag of real leather should be that expensive... unless its alien leather Louis Vuitton also burns their unsold bags. so they don't have to sell it for lower prices... if they are willing to do that. it sure isn't worth any value.

[@GM-bw7es]

Love the honesty

[@christinaroseman9926]

Love your total look...very sharp and classic.

[@waltski4375]

Almost $2k for vinyl coated canvas? I will pass. My Filson bag has larger capacity, costs much less, and is made in the US.

[@impogba1]

Btw, Brass IS an alloy, I think you meant to say ''Of another alloy''.

[@fabianmedina7315]

Loved this video idea please do more on Louis V Possibly a back bag or accessories

[@scubagooner367]

My style couldn’t be any different to yours but I love your videos! Great work