1. **Visual Inspection:** Examine the appearance. If possible, compare it to a genuine product or refer to clear images or books online. The more visually appealing the bag, the better the quality.
2. **Tactile Inspection:** Feel the material of the bag. Generally, the better the feel of the material, the better the quality (this doesn't mean softer is always better; some styles use rigid materials).
3. **Smell:** If there is a strong, pungent odor, it's not a good bag. The stronger the smell, the worse the quality. Low-quality leather will have a strong, unpleasant leather smell. A good bag will have a faint, pleasant fragrance, usually from the treated leather.
4. **Adhesive:** The adhesive refers to the glued parts of the leather straps or the cut edges of the leather on the bag, usually the thicker parts. Good manufacturers use imported glue, which has less odor and is more environmentally friendly. It also appears more transparent, usually a transparent red. If the adhesive part looks cloudy, it's definitely not a good product.
5. **Hardware and Zippers:** Hardware is an important criterion. Good quality hardware is bright, shiny, and substantial, without burrs. Especially the zippers; good manufacturers' zippers feel smooth, lubricated, and sturdy.
6. **Design:** This refers to the unique appearance and curves of each style of bag, such as arcs, sharp corners, flaps, symmetrical parts, three-dimensional parts, seams, etc. Also observe the coordination of these parts with the entire bag. The better the overall design, the better the quality.
7. **Lining:** This is also a very important factor in judging the quality of a bag. While some materials may be difficult to replicate, the inner compartments and design are usually copied from the original. Just pay attention to the lining material.
Based on the above analysis, high-quality bags and luggage undergo rigorous testing, including simulated lifting, carrying, walking, and bumping, to ensure quality and continuous improvement.
