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Heads Up! For those buying the new Lug TSV...

Susan Louise — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:55:19 GMT

During a Lug show this afternoon, while Kristen was presenting another Lug item - F13926, she brushed up against the table. By doing so, the copper brown TSV she was wearing crossbody opened up during the 2nd half of the presentation. The turn lock 'turned' on the front pocket which opened up the pocket and showed everything on the inside. She continued to present the other bag UNKNOWING the TSV was open!!!

If you watch the video for F13926, at the 6:38 mark you will see when the pocket opens.

If that is not a red flag, I don't know what is...

NOT very secure...so keep that in mind folks...

I'm not ordering because I use a flip phone. However, if I was going to purchase, that would be a deal breaker for sure!

It should be a zipper!

Re: Heads Up! For those buying the new Lug TSV...

Pearlee — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 18:50:55 GMT

@Susan Louise. I didn't see it but perhaps the host just hadn't fastened the turn lock properly in the first place. I've never had a problem with any of mine on any brand staying closed.

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Susan Louise — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 18:56:14 GMT

@Pearlee wrote:
@Susan Louise. I didn't see it but perhaps the host just hadn't fastened the turn lock properly in the first place. I've never had a problem with any of mine on any brand staying closed.

@Pearlee Anyone can easily brush up against anything while doing things and this can happen. It is the pocket that holds credit cards and they would be exposed...and money/other important items...not a plain pocket to hold just a roll of lip gloss or a tissue.

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4kitties — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 18:57:34 GMT

I really like the TSV bag but I decided not to buy because the wallet front flap is open at the sides. I would have bought it if there was an all around zipper instead of the turn lock. I would not feel secure with only the turn lock.

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Msmajell — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:00:03 GMT

Credit cards are slightly visible from the side of the wallet when it is closed and fastened. This is a design flaw for me.

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Kachina624 — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:01:58 GMT

@Pearlee I have a slightly different style Lug bag with the turn lock. I no longer use it because the turn lock will not turn unless you use one hand to turn and the other to support it from the back. The nylon material doesn't provide enough support. It's very annoying when you're in a hurry. I never had it open without me turning it, however.

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Pearlee — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:08:29 GMT

@Susan Louise wrote:
@Pearlee wrote:
@Susan Louise. I didn't see it but perhaps the host just hadn't fastened the turn lock properly in the first place. I've never had a problem with any of mine on any brand staying closed.

@Pearlee Anyone can easily brush up against anything while doing things and this can happen. It is the pocket that holds credit cards and they would be exposed...and money/other important items...not a plain pocket to hold just a roll of lip gloss or a tissue.

@Susan Louise YES saw the video of it early this morning (I didn't see the presentation you described) so I saw that compartment.

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Susan Louise — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:19:44 GMT

@Pearlee wrote:
@Susan Louise wrote:
@Pearlee wrote:
@Susan Louise. I didn't see it but perhaps the host just hadn't fastened the turn lock properly in the first place. I've never had a problem with any of mine on any brand staying closed.

@Pearlee Anyone can easily brush up against anything while doing things and this can happen. It is the pocket that holds credit cards and they would be exposed...and money/other important items...not a plain pocket to hold just a roll of lip gloss or a tissue.
@Susan Louise YES saw the video of it early this morning (I didn't see the presentation you described) so I saw that compartment.

@Pearlee If you watch the video for F13926, at the 6:38 mark you will see when the pocket opens...and Kristen continues presenting the other bag!

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itsmagic — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:20:13 GMT

I noticed earlier when Alberti and Kristen were on together, Alberti jumped up and down (can’t remember why) and the front of the bag opened up (Alberti had the copper brown bag around his waist). At the time I wondered if he possibly didn’t secure the turn lock (but I don’t know). I also noticed you can see the edges of the credit cards and thought if I were to order it I would not use that wallet part for my credit cards. I agree that a zipper would have been better.

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Susan Louise — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:41:27 GMT

@itsmagic wrote:
I noticed earlier when Alberti and Kristen were on together, Alberti jumped up and down (can’t remember why) and the front of the bag opened up (Alberti had the copper brown bag around his waist). At the time I wondered if he possibly didn’t secure the turn lock (but I don’t know). I also noticed you can see the edges of the credit cards and thought if I were to order it I would not use that wallet part for my credit cards. I agree that a zipper would have been better.

@itsmagic What else would the pocket be good for then? I would render it useless for anything else I carry. I agree that I would use another wallet, but what would be the point of having nearly half the bag useless since items would either be exposed or fall out from the open sides?

So between the presentation you watched and the one I did, pretty high odds of it happening to anyone. In the times we are living in now, when security is a big risk from many sources, what good is the RFID on this bag if the pocket is open? OR if important bits fall out?

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mspatmac — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:58:23 GMT

@Susan Louise I watched the video and saw the bag open. It's an easy pass for me because anything I put my credit cards/license in needs to be secured by a zipper. That front piece should zip around. I was very surprised that no one alerted the host it was open, even when she was off camera. The video continued for several minutes and was so distracting.

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geezerette — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:59:47 GMT

I'm interested in another everyday Lug bag, but I didn't like anything about this one. Including that lock. I don't care for turn locks at all.

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Susan Louise — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 20:09:02 GMT

@mspatmac wrote:
@Susan Louise I watched the video and saw the bag open. It's an easy pass for me because anything I put my credit cards/license in needs to be secured by a zipper. That front piece should zip around. I was very surprised that no one alerted the host it was open, even when she was off camera. The video continued for several minutes and was so distracting.

@mspatmac Absolutely on all counts...considering what that front pocket was designed for...

Rather big design flaw considering all the Lug bags I own have been thought out/designed wonderfully.

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kaydee50 — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 20:31:59 GMT

I was somewhat interested in this bag until the section where the credit cards are was shown. I like the cards to be facing me so I can tell which one it is. In that "locked" section the cards are facing away from the person which IMO is awkward to say the least.

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4kitties — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 21:30:07 GMT

@kaydee50

Very good point! I had not thought about the credit card slots facing the wrong way!

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Susan Louise — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 22:00:37 GMT

@4kitties wrote:
@kaydee50

Very good point! I had not thought about the credit card slots facing the wrong way!

@4kitties @kaydee50 So then 2 design flaws in a single front pocket of a handbag.

Since I use the tram wallet, the credit card slots facing the wrong way would not have been something I would have noticed right off the bat.

The 3 types of Lug bags I use most often are the trolley crossbody (LOVE how one end zipper pocket is perfect for my flip phone!), carousels/carousel XL and the scoop (original...don't like the set-up in the scoop 2). I use the front zippered pocket on all 3 for my huge fitover sunglasses.

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x Hedge — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 22:15:56 GMT

@Susan Louise wrote:

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@itsmagic What else would the pocket be good for then?

I'd never put anything valuable in the outer section of this or any other purse. My credit cards are in their own RFID wallet, always in the zipped interior of my bag.

Personally, I do like the gunmetal hardware on the TSV lug, and that separate "wallet" section would keep its contents clean.

So I'd probably keep a couple of clean masks in that front section.
Or maybe a travel packet of tissues, business cards, folded microfiber wiper for my glasses, couple of dental pics, etc.

Or maybe leave it empty.

Either way, I want to thank you for calling my attention to the TSV. Otherwise, I wouldn't have looked this over, and I'm considering buying it now. So thanks!

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Ladygray — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 23:36:12 GMT

Thank you all for sharing the information! I was on the fence, but when I read this thread I realized I don't want a bag that has the front compartment open and you can see the cards on the side.

I have a few Lug bags and they are fine enough for me. I also prefer a security area in a bag to be zipped. I have some older Lug bags that have the wallet in the front, but it's a totally zipped compartment. Plus it doesn't open up as wide as this one. It's more secure.

I appreciate coming to the forums and getting such great advice and assistance.

I can use $52 a lot more wisely than this TSV.

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RetiredBkPeddler — Sun, 18 Jul 2021 00:39:44 GMT

Allow me to say this for a couple of minutes. I think I have a couple of pieces of Lugs. I know the backstory of it being started by a couple who courted long-distance and then got married. I have been with QVC since the CVN days many, many years ago. I can remember when Jane Rudolph Tracey was single and seeking a mate. I stopped frequently and actively being a participant for no other reason than the obnoxious way people would comment. I remember when they were looking for a new presenter. The hateful things people said in order to "help" them select. I can not recall her name and it does not appear in the host lineup, but she is now blond and her descent is Italian. The meanness with which people commented about others turned my stomach and turned me off. The reviews now still amaze me. Have not purchased an item but giving a review based on opinions and one unwarranted and bitter. Purchased the item and instead of just returning it, it has to be justified in such untruths. Now, all to say, I am not necessarily a fan of Lugs, but you know what? I do not purchase. I do not disparage the creator, nor the product. Do I think Lugs is overpriced? Yes, but I would never discourage others from buying any Lugs. They are in my opinion overpriced and nylon but to each her own in finding them great!

Why is this so long? I am a disabled Army Veteran and Military Widow and the rancor with which people gave in reviews regarding the recent TSV was in my opinion unnecessary. The comments in the place requesting information were awful. People pay for D&B, which I do not think is deserving, not my cup of tea. However, I just don't buy. I don't write nasty so that others can take my opinion as gospel. If the product is not worth it, I move on without comment. Because those of R. Riveter thought of an idea by which they could contribute to their households while and at times when their spouses are deployed, or to bring extra money into their households. Beyond a day off for Veteran's Day and Memorial Day, why were there comments which still turn my stomach, and although I served and so did my deceased husband make me also embarrassed; Not for myself, but for the authors. There are many times I think often of wishing two things:

Wish these negative, nasty nellies would never have found the Q, because symbolically like those who have been hosts since the beginning or near about like Jane, Pat James, Mary Beth, Jayne Dan, David, Rick, and others. The second wish is that I would have purchased stocks in QVC since it split several times over the years and instead of spending money on the Q. I could have money coming in from the Q.

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maximillian — Sun, 18 Jul 2021 02:44:48 GMT

So, many will purchase. Then, many will return. I predict many returns on this particular QVC LUG TSV. I do own some LUG bags. Most of them I like. There are just a lot of negatives surrounding this TSV.