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Care of vintage leather
I have matching Tio Sam Myres "jock-strap" holsters, both in the light color and both obtained on this forum. One is for a 3 1/2" N Frame (currently my 3 1/2" M27 but hopefully some day for a RM). The other is for my K-22 Outdoorsman. I have a matching belt.
They are both in excellent condition. I don't want to "jazz" them up, but they are dull, which doesn't bother me that much, BUT, I want to protect them for future generations.
What are your suggestions? Many Thanks!
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I went to Tandy Leather Factory and got a 4 oz bottle of "Eco-Flo" Carnauba Creme for my holsters, belts and boots. It's a water-based wax finish I find to be very durable.
I am not an expert by any means. Just bought what was recommended.
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Blackrock Leather N Rich
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Plus one on John's good suggestion.
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11-12-2012, 05:46 PM
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I saw on here one time where our leader Lee recommended Blackrock Leather and Rich. I found some for sale at the Louisville gun show and bought it. I've only tried it on a couple of things but really like the way it makes the leather feel.
Try it, I think you'll like it.
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11-12-2012, 08:32 PM
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I use Cadillac for my boots and belts. I've used it on one holster and it did fine, but none of these are anywhere near vintage.
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What they said in posts 3,4 and 5. You don't need nuthin' else. Period.
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I have cataracts which makes reading difficult. I thought you were inquiring about the care of bondage leather.
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Quote:
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I have cataracts which makes reading difficult. I thought you were inquiring about the care of bondage leather.
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I use 3in1oil on my bondage chains.
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There is a leather preservative that many museums use that I cannot remember "Renassiance Wax" (??). It usually is highly recommended.
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Blackrock or Pecard's.
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All of the recommendations for Blackrock came from guys who
who maintain collections of high end vintage leather. They're right-
Blackrock is the best product I've used. Rub a little on with your fingers,
wipe off with a soft cloth & brush with a good shoe brush. You'll be pleased with the results.
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The museums use Lexol. I've tried it and like it a lot. The museums use it and it's Ph neutral.
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I need to correct my post. Renaissance Wax is used by the folks here to wax their guns.
I was thinking of "Pecard's" as I have seen that used by the museums. I have found "Lexol" to darken the leather a bit so I would be careful with it. But I still use it depending on the situation.
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How do the recommendations compair with neatsfoot oil?
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11-19-2012, 07:51 AM
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I wouldn't use Neatsfoot on any leather that you don't want softened. It affects the structure of the leather fibers. It's ok for an old baseball glove but not a holster.My 2¢
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Neatsfoot is a definite no-no.
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