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Thanks Frank I will give that a try I need to place a weaver order today anyhow Dink

THank you both for info, I know it will end up darker with time and use, But I would like to slow the progress if possible, I just like that light color. I have never usedEVO flow I may look into that. Thanks again Dink

Hello Everyone I think this is a topic I think that I have seen posted before but not sure. Any advise would be much appreciated. I just got a new saddle that is made from HO chestnut leather, and I would like to oil it but I do not want to change or darken the color if possible. I was thinking someone said that oliv oil was good for this? Thanks to all and have a great and safe 4th. Dink

No idea about 95% of what your talking about but, for a leather hardener you may want to try benzoin from a rodeo equipment supplier, It does a very good job as a stiffener for bareback riding gloves, and I think it may do what you want.

DMR Very nice job and without a doubt the best way to sleep comforatably when out, now for the fall you just need a 4 post teepee. In the fall we use to have bedrolls and teepees to stay in, the teepees had a little vent in the top and we would sometimes leave the coleman lanterns hanging in the top burning for a little extra heat. did not know any better at the time its amazing none of us were ever noticably effected by the the exhaust from this. You are correct this brings back memories, It makes me realize how nice it is to sleep in a bed at night year round. Dink

Hello everyone Our leather shop has taken on a new role in the past couple weeks. Our time has been more devoted to planning a benefit for a 13 year old boy who was injured in the bullriding at a little britches rodeo. First off I would like to invite everyone, see attached flyer. But to also ask that if anyone had a small item available that they would consider donating to the benefit auction, It would be be so much appreciated. Thank You and best wishes Dink For more info 303-660-1332 or prorodeooutfit@aol.com attachment=40382:Screen shot 2010-06-10 at -1 (2).png]

looks like they turned out reakky nice. Dink

sorry about that I was thinking a pair of step in with zipper shot guns, But the lacing procedure should be the same. Dink

I started on a general explaination about how I do it, but do you mean like a full step in shotgun chap, or a zippered step in that only abot 1" at the top stays connected above the zipper. they will be generally the same process. I will take a crack at trying to explain but I may need to send a picture later, I make my shot gun pattern as you would for a regular zipper pair, then I add about 2.5 inches along the length of the inside seam. Hope your with me so far this is kinda hard to explain, Then I go in on that same edge about 4" and cut a zipper slot from the bottom up about 1/2" wide stopping about an inch from the top. the zipper is then sewn in the slot with the closed end of the zipper lapping into the last inch of the leg that was not cut, this keeps the zipper from coming apart. I then just fold a piece of leather about 2" wide over the closed end an uncut portion at the top and stitch it down tho strengthen and further secure the zipper from coming apart. Once this is done you can pull the leg around to the position you want it in when zipped to figure out where to begin putting in your bag punched holes. Once you figure where you want the pieces to come togather you can punch a bag slit in the chap body and one in the excess leather you left down the inside of the leg. I then go down each side punching holes every inch for the length you want your zipper, though this may vary if you are putting conchos on the lacing. I then cut long pieces for lacing them togather 5/8" wide. To get your lacing started I put a slit about 1/2" long in one of my pieces of lace and I pull it first through the second hole down leaving the slit end sticking out on the back side of the leg go up and through the first hole on both sides and down through the slit for a tie off to start Then you just lace them in and out to the bottom where I then just tie them off with a double half hitch. I really hope this makes some sense and is helpful. I will try to add some pictures tonight of a pair that is put togather Dink

I can probably help you with bulk purchasing tack. prorodeooutfit@aol.com Dink

Try Northern tools

One minor criticism about your saddle, that being I think it would look much better in my tack room. Dink

That is a nice looking saddle I really like it, who built the stirrups? Dink

Does anyone know of or anything about Meridian saddle Co. Hesperia California?

Hello Gentlemman farmer I do not have a pattern but I am attaching some pictures of some Dr. Bags that may help you Dink

Thanks everyone for your comments Dink

I think the best suggestion I have for the first ones is determine the strap amount needed for the size button you want, and then glue it and roll it tight and clamp it until your glue sets up then you make your hole an put the narrowed strap end through. I have not found an easy way to feed it through yet, I cut my hole from both sides with a bleeder knife then reach through with a pair of forceps. another way that I have done the pull through is by using the old type buckstitch needles that are hollow and have threads in them and can screw onto the end of the strap. Hope this is helpful. Dink

I get my metallics at either Seigel or the hide house. Dink

A few new rodeo, chinks and queen chaps, any comments will be appreciated Thanks Dink

I am looking for old T-handle machine wrenches for square head nut mainly 7/16, they are for the needle and awl changing nuts on a Landis 12K. 303-660-9026 Dink

If you want I will give you a copy of my pattern, just send me a direct message with address Dink

Give cowperson a look, http://www.cowpersontack.com/

Jet4 Dies now run about $1.80 per inch, and the minimum charge is $30. The clicking service is also available here if you were to get your die made and then you have them clicked also if you do not have a clicker or other means to punch them. If you are interested it cost nothing to send a copy of the pattern and get firm pricing. it can be faxed or emailed. Fax 303-660-0905 or e-mail to prorodeooutfit@aol.com. If you choose to do this include the measurements, because fax and email tends to vary the size on some things. A pattern can also be mailed if that is easier for you. just give Chris a call he is very easy to work with Thanks Dink

I have recently been working with a new die maker that has been making me a few clicker dies. He has done a very good job on the ones I had made. If you need any dies give him a try, he has been offering a satisfaction gurantee / if you do not like it you are not obligated and may return it. PRO Die is the company and he may be reached at 720-341-3259. Or you can contact me and I will get message to him prorodeooutfit@aol.com