How to Tell If a Leather Bag Is Really Handmade — 12 Tests

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Before spending thousands on a luxury handbag, run these 12 tests. Our master artisans explain exactly what genuine handmade construction looks and feels like.

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The luxury handbag market is full of products described as handmade that are, at best, hand-finished. Knowing the difference before you buy is not complicated — if you know what to look for.

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