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Re: Cowboy Gear

Post by Mags » Tue Dec 31, 2019 12:33 am

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I'd bet old Badger makes for a good seat warmer.
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All that is cool stuff but the only saddle that fits me is an F-150 it has a heater
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Post by RanchRoper » Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:31 pm

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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Re: Cowboy Gear

Post by markiver54 » Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:34 pm

Very nice RR. Probably should try some on my leather holsters.
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Post by RanchRoper » Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:39 pm

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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Re: Cowboy Gear

Post by markiver54 » Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:47 pm

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.
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Post by RanchRoper » Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:59 pm

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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Re: Cowboy Gear

Post by markiver54 » Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:05 pm

RanchRoper wrote:
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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...
Thanks for the caution RR! Have about four nice pairs that could use some attention.
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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Post by RanchRoper » Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:34 pm

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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Post by markiver54 » Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:50 pm

RanchRoper wrote:
Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:34 pm
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.
Appreciate the info RR!
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Post by RanchRoper » Sat Mar 14, 2020 9:16 pm

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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