Cleaning stuff off an old bag

[Philip Pellouchoud]

Any thoughts about how to clean this gunk off an old bag? It feels like sticky paper, maybe it's from a sticker or something?

[Graham Sinden]

Hi Philip,

Using some Electrical Solvent Cleaner might help. The type that dries quickly leaving no residue. I also use this for cleaning the film path using a q-tip (cotton bud). As you mention it may be a sticker you could try some Label Remover.

Graham S

[Joerg Polzfusz]

When it’s a leftover of a sticker, then use a hairdryer for a few seconds (maybe 10s). The heat should allow you to easily remove this stuff.
But be careful not to "overheat" the bag. Otherwise the leatherette might dissolve.

[Maurice Leakey]

Looks more like mildew.

[Brian Fretwell]

Or that the black surface has peeled off. There seem to be cracks elsewhere on the bag.

[David Strelitz]

If you were in the UK then you could create a weepy back story and then apply to be on BBC's Repair Shop... except it's not been recommissioned .
I would try Methylayted Spirit in a small area to establish what it is. Label remover is great BUT needs lots of ventilation and needs to be carefully tested as it may damage the surface.

[Philip Pellouchoud]

What does everyone think about something like goo gone?