I'd bet old Badger makes for a good seat warmer.
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I'd bet old Badger makes for a good seat warmer.
I'd bet old Badger makes for a good seat warmer.
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I have been applying regular neatsfoot oil to this stock cover since new. I think it's starting to look real good. The leather lacing and accents are getting darker, and the it's taking on a old saddle leather look which I really like.
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Well oiled
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Very nice RR. Probably should try some on my leather holsters.
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Re: Cowboy Gear
Neatsfoot oil is what I use on all my gear. Try it on some little spot first, it will darken leather. But it keeps my saddle protected from all the weather, and is easy to put on with a rag. A little goes a long way. Definitely makes light tan leather look more...better.
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I tend to like darker leather anyway, so sounds good....thanks!
I've got some CB boots I should be using it on as well.
I've got some CB boots I should be using it on as well.
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Be careful oiling the shafts on your boots....neatsfoot oil really softens leather and your boot shaft may start to collapse, making shorter cowboy boots...
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Thanks for the caution RR! Have about four nice pairs that could use some attention.RanchRoper wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:59 pmBe careful oiling the shafts on your boots....neatsfoot oil really softens leather and your boot shaft may start to collapse, making shorter cowboy boots...
BTW,what is the difference between Neets Foot and Mink oil?
Also, my late brother in law, was a horse person. He used Lexol a lot.
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I have used Lexol, but it left a white residue that I don't care for. Lots don't like neatsfoot oil, but I have had good luck with it for 40+ years. Mink oil is more waterproof I think. Never used it. Neatsfoot oil can rot stitching if you apply too much, that's why I rub it on.
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Appreciate the info RR!RanchRoper wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:34 pmI have used Lexol, but it left a white residue that I don't care for. Lots don't like neatsfoot oil, but I have had good luck with it for 40+ years. Mink oil is more waterproof I think. Never used it. Neatsfoot oil can rot stitching if you apply too much, that's why I rub it on.
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Looks like Triple K makes a long scabbard for my single shot when it shows up...be fun to pack it horseback once in awhile. High wall or Sharps...whatever it turns out to be.
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