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2.55 Reissue 226: real vs fake
The biggest mistake buyers and counterfeiters both make: a real 2.55 Reissue has no CC lock. The model closes with the rectangular Mademoiselle turnlock, and its chain is all-metal with no leather weave. Add the signature crinkled aged-calfskin texture and you have three traits that separate the 2.55 from both fakes and the Classic Flap.
What to check on the 2.55 Reissue 226
Model-specific zones — on top of the brand-level signs.
Mademoiselle lock — not a CC
An authentic 2.55 Reissue closes with a rectangular turnlock that carries no CC logo. A bag with a CC lock sold as a “2.55” is either a Classic Flap or a fake with a confused backstory.
All-metal chain
The Reissue chain is built from flat, interlocking links and contains no leather strip. Neat leather interlacing isn’t a bonus here — it’s a mismatch with the model.
Aged, crinkled calfskin
Aged calfskin has a distinctive crushed, slightly matte texture with irregular wrinkles. Leather that looks smooth, glossy, or rubbery is a frequent replica miss.
Hidden pocket under the front flap
Beneath the outer flap, the 2.55 hides a zipped compartment — the legend says it was for Coco’s love letters. Replicas often simplify it or sew it in crooked. The flap itself is a double construction.
Size 226 within the range
Code 226 is the “medium” of the 224–227 scale. Check the actual proportions against the claimed code: fakes are often sold under a size label that doesn’t match the dimensions.
Photo angles for the check
- 1 Front
- 2 Logo / hardware
- 3 Interior
- 4 Date code
- 5 Stitching
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FAQ
My 2.55 has a CC lock — is it fake?
At minimum it’s not a 2.55 Reissue: that model uses the logo-free Mademoiselle lock. The CC turnlock belongs to the Classic Flap. If the seller insists it’s a “2.55 with a CC,” re-examine the whole bag.
Should the 2.55 chain have leather in it?
No. The Reissue chain is entirely metal, made of flat links. A leather-woven chain is Classic Flap construction — on a “2.55” it points to a replica or a mislabeled model.
What does 226 mean?
It’s the size code in the Reissue range: 224 is the most compact, 227 the largest. The 226 is the popular mid-size. The code should match the bag’s actual proportions.