Leather workers, Zebra pelt:

[njloco]

I have a couple of pieces of Zebra, I would like to use it for a rest and on the riser of my LB. What I need to know is how to treat the skin so it will bend more readily to curve up the riser. I was also told to use Barge cement for this purpose.

Thanks

[reddogge]

Is the pelt tanned or just rawhide?  Big difference.  If tanned I see no problem.  If rawhide I think you need to tan it first.  Maybe soak it in borax solution and work it over a board until dry and soft.  I'm guessing you don't want to chew it until soft like the Indian women.

[don kauss]

i just put some Zebra hide on my riser a few weeks ago, and i am AMAZED at how well it is holding up...my hide came from the neck area, and the hide was OLD...i used contact cement...after hundreds of arrows, it looks like i just put it on...i think you'll be pleased...