Pre-Owned Louis Vuitton Monogram Keepall 45 Bandoulière (Handheld), a vintage 1985 travel duffle bag with luggage tag and iconic Vachetta leather N24696062

Louis Vuitton Classic Monogram Keepall 45 Travel Duffle Bag (Vintage 1985, Handheld) N24696062
Condition/Retail Price (Original): Vintage Good / N/A (Long Discontinued)
Year: 1985 (Authentic Vintage Date Code)
Dimensions: 45 x 27 x 20 cm (approx.)
Accessories: Item only (Includes original detachable leather luggage tag; no box or dust bag included as per vintage nature)
N24696062 / Model G9576

The details for this highly collectible 1985 vintage Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 in classic Monogram canvas are structured below:

Dimensions

• Bag Measurements: 45 x 27 x 20 cm / 17.7 x 10.6 x 7.9 inches (Length x Height x Width)

• Handle Drop: Approx. 11.0 cm / 4.3 inches (Comfortable to carry by hand or over the forearm).

• Note: This 45cm size is the perfect medium-sized travel duffle—spacious enough for weekend getaways yet compact enough to be used as a daily business or gym bag.

Materials & Hardware

• Main Body: Iconic Louis Vuitton Monogram coated canvas, prized for its durability and water-resistant properties. This 1985 canvas displays a deep, matured, and highly desirable vintage patina, with rich chocolate brown tones that only decades of natural aging can produce.

• Trim: Natural cowhide leather (Vachetta) featuring dual vertical shoulder straps reinforced with tonal stitching. The leather is complemented by a matching Vachetta handle wrap at the center for a more comfortable grip, alongside an original detachable leather luggage tag stamped with the LV logo (as shown in the photos).

• Interior Lining: Clean and durable beige canvas interior, typical of 1980s Louis Vuitton travel goods, offering a spacious main compartment for packing clothes or travel essentials.

• Hardware: Polished gold-toned or brass metal zipper running across the entire top. This 1985 era zipper features a robust, vintage-style dual-pull mechanism with leather tabs for easy opening and closing.

Key Features & Functionality

• Rare Vintage Collectibility: Produced in 1985, this Keepall is a true early-era gem. Vintage 1980s LV pieces are famous for their thicker, more textured canvas and superior edge-leather quality, making them highly sought after by collectors who value the brand's history.

• Iconic Travel Companion: The Keepall is one of the most recognizable silhouettes in Louis Vuitton history. This "handheld only" (non-Bandoulière) vintage version offers a pure, elegant aesthetic, perfectly balanced for carrying by the dual top handles.

• Versatile Practicality: With a 45cm base length, it effortlessly fits under an airplane seat or in an overhead bin, making it an ideal carry-on for short business trips, weekend getaways, or as a stylish, oversized everyday tote.

Market Value & Pricing (Pre-Owned / Vintage)
The price varies depending on the vibrancy of the canvas, the condition and color of the Vachetta leather (patina, stains, and dryness), and the presence of original accessories like the luggage tag:

• Retail/New (Modern Equivalent): Modern Louis Vuitton Keepall 45 models currently retail for approximately $1,650 - $2,100 USD (with the Bandoulière strap costing extra).

• Resale/Pre-owned (1985 Vintage): Prices on the secondary market generally range from $500 to $950 USD. Pristine vintage examples with vivid canvas, un-cracked Vachetta leather, and intact zippers command the higher end of the pricing range.