SpursNM Report post Posted July 29, 2014 (edited) My first headstall, when I finished, I found there were a lot of questions I should have asked before I started..I used HO 8 oz and lined it with a 6 oz leather that I picked up from a friend who got the side in Brazil. It seems to be heavily waxed and tallowed. It has a beautiful feel and finish. Do I need to oil the lining? The headstall is hand sewn with linen thread. If I oil, will the thread deteriorate? Edited July 29, 2014 by SpursNM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbusarow Report post Posted July 29, 2014 Do I need to oil the lining? The headstall is hand sewn with linen thread. If I oil, will the thread deteriorate? Sounds like the lining might be harness or latigo in which case it doesn't absolutely need to be oiled. But it won't hurt. No, it won't hurt the thread. Use Pure Neatsfoot oil. Dan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
