Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Replica Vs Authentic Part II
I recently compared the monogram canvas of a fake and a real Louis Vuitton bag here. Now I will compare the hardware here.
Before I compare two bags side by side I know the major difference between a fake and a real is the hardware. I bought a replica denim monogram pleaty a few years ago. After a few use, the golden clasp in front was scratched. The golden paint was faded. I never buy a replica thereafter.
I passed on my tips to my friend. She is very smart so she bought Neverfull. Neverfull has the fewest hardware among all Louis Vuitton bags. Louis Vuitton charge a lot for its hardware. A large Neverfull GM is just 450 Euro, this can explain hardware is expensive in LV bags.
Here is a photo of a fake and a real LV stud.
Did you see the difference? The authentic hardware is of very light golden color. The fake hardware is of a more golden color. It is very hard to tell authenticity by looking at just Louis Vuitton studs, because they are quite small, it is hard to notice any scratch.
This Neverfull has no hardware except for the small Louis Vuitton studs. Its design made it hard to be spotted. I will compare another replica with more hardware the next time..
Also, the spacing of the letters on the buttons are different. The fake one has the Vuitton letters spaced a bit apart and uneven.
Do the studs always have Louis Vuitton written on them?? What if it said Leather goods, does that mean it is not genuine?
Please respond
To Bunzel: I have never seen any studs from LV said “leather goods”. Did you purchase your item from an official LV store?
those with “leather goods” studs are not replica at all, as they don’t have louis vuitton marking, unless they have the LV monogram canvas..