Essence of the research

In leather goods, quality is determined by the material, seam construction, edge finishing, handle attachment, lock operation, lining, and coating durability. For luggage, transportation conditions and impact loads are additionally taken into account.

Who conducts the research

Expert examination of leather goods, bags, and luggage in Moscow is conducted by merchandise expert Andrey Viktorovich. When working, the object, documents, posed questions, technical documentation, condition of the goods, signs of use, damages, completeness, and possibility of further use are taken into account.

Objects and materials of the research

bags, briefcases, backpacks, and wallets
suitcases, travel bags, and cases
belts, gloves, and small leather goods
items made of natural, artificial, and combined leather

Characteristic defects and controversial signs

thread breakage and seam loosening
detachment of handles and fasteners
breakage of zippers, wheels, and telescopic handles
cracking, stickiness, or peeling of the coating

What the product examination expert determines

Identification of the object and its compliance with the submitted documents
Presence, location, and severity of defects, damages, and other commodity signs
Probable stage and mechanism of formation of the identified deficiencies
Impact of defects on completeness, appearance, and usability
Sufficiency of product examination methods or the need for another specialist

Questions that can be posed to the expert

Are there defects in the material, seams, or fittings?
What is the nature of the damage — manufacturing or operational?
Does the material correspond to the description?
Could the suitcase damage have occurred during transportation?

How the research is conducted

Preservation of the object, its labeling, and connection with documents are checked
signs relating to objects are recorded: bags, briefcases, backpacks and wallets, suitcases, travel bags, and cases
Photographic documentation is performed, and if necessary — available measurements and comparison of similar elements
The actual condition is compared with the contract, instructions, acts, and the chronology of events
Conclusions are formulated separately for each issue, indicating any limitations

Documents and source information

receipt and product description
label with material and care instructions
repair or dry cleaning receipt
baggage tag and carrier report

Scope of competence

Visual signs are sometimes insufficient to confidently distinguish genuine leather, composite material, and polymer coating. In disputes about the composition, microscopic or laboratory methods are required.

Cost and timeframe

The cost is determined after examining the object, the number of issues, the volume of documents, the need for a site visit, laboratory work, or the involvement of other specialists. Before starting the study, the scope of work, timeframe, price, and format of the final document are agreed upon.

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to start with photographs?

Yes. Competence, the composition of materials, and the need for inspection can be determined from photographs and documents. A categorical conclusion about the nature of a defect usually requires direct examination of the object.

What if the object has already been repaired or modified?

It is necessary to provide acts, work orders, and photographs before intervention. The report separately considers which features could have been lost or altered.

Will the report be suitable for a claim or court?

Yes. A specialist's report can be used for a claim, negotiations, preparation of a lawsuit, objections, or a motion for appointment of a judicial examination. If the examination is appointed by the court, the final document is issued as an expert’s report within the scope of the questions posed.

Examination of leather goods, bags, and luggage in Moscow