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Author Topic: Softening Leather  (Read 275 times)

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Softening Leather
« on: September 06, 2009, 11:08:00 PM »
I recently got a leather field quiver that is made of very stiff leather. I've applied Neets Foot oil a couple times, but it's going to take a long time for the zippered pocket to soften up. Any advise on how I could speed up the softening process? Thanks

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Re: Softening Leather
« Reply #1 on: September 06, 2009, 11:15:00 PM »
Manipulating the leather will help make it more limber.
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Re: Softening Leather
« Reply #2 on: September 06, 2009, 11:37:00 PM »
Thanks, I'll try that.

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Re: Softening Leather
« Reply #3 on: September 06, 2009, 11:37:00 PM »
Agree with Pat B-- also use a conditioner and don't over oil it

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Re: Softening Leather
« Reply #4 on: September 06, 2009, 11:39:00 PM »
Any other conditioner besides Neets Foot oil?

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Re: Softening Leather
« Reply #5 on: September 06, 2009, 11:54:00 PM »
Montana Pitch Blend or Mink Oil.
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Re: Softening Leather
« Reply #6 on: September 07, 2009, 12:54:00 AM »
I like Aussie leather conditioner

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Re: Softening Leather
« Reply #7 on: September 07, 2009, 06:36:00 AM »
Lexol, found in most Farm Stores in the saddle and tack area.
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Re: Softening Leather
« Reply #8 on: September 07, 2009, 07:53:00 AM »
Thanks , I'll check these out.

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