By checking the date code it is possible to tell when or where a product was manufactured.
Each date code is printed in a different place depending on the product. See the pictures below to see where the date codes are located.
Prior to the middle of the 1980's there were many models of Louis Vuitton products, which used zippers made by other companies. Those especially well known include ECLAIR, TALON, and Coats & Clarks.
Most of the Louis Vuitton products we sell are from the 80s and 90s. Just as charm increases with the progress of time, we would like to introduce you to some wonderful points relating to vintage products.