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Thanks for your reply. I actually accidentally stumbled upon the solution. Here is what I did. First I used a medium coat of Neatsfoot oil and let it sit for about 10-15 minutes. Then I applied a generous amount of Antique dye with a damp sponge. As soon as I had the entire piece covered, I rinsed my sponge completely of the dye and began to wipe away the antique finish (rinsing my sponge as needed). Using different amounts of pressure, and the neatsfoot oil as a resist, it began to give me that grain look I was wanting. It gave the exact same look in the picture you provided disposada. Try it and let me know what you think! Thanks, Chris

Thanks for your reply Thor. Yes, it was definitely stained as I did pick it up and run my hands over it. It was smooth, with no texture. I say "wood grained", but not like a 2x4, but more like two-toned. I found this image from one of the links you provided (thanks) http://www.google.de/imgres?imgurl=http%3A%2F%2Ffc05.deviantart.net%2Ffs71%2Fi%2F2013%2F085%2F1%2Fd%2Fwood_grain_look_steampunk_leather_top_hat_by_ikesleather-d5zchhu.jpg&imgrefurl=http%3A%2F%2Fikesleather.deviantart.com%2Fart%2FWood-Grain-Look-Steampunk-Leather-Top-Hat-361699986&h=768&w=1024&tbnid=qxhiXnZzhwg5PM%3A&zoom=1&docid=F8tDMXJBWcx-dM&ei=voVfVaeuIoXKsAXa6IDQAw&tbm=isch&client=tablet-android-lenovo&iact=rc&uact=3&dur=446&page=2&start=48&ndsp=58&ved=0CLECEK0DMFk I could tell at least 2 different colors were used. Appeared to be a base coat, with a contrasting color [brushed, scraped, something] on (that made the underlying color come through)

Thank you for your reply. I'll take a look. I wish I had taken a picture of it.

Hello, I have seen stained (or dyed) hand made leather products where the final product looks like wood grain. I cant seem to find anything online regarding this technique. Is this simply using resisting? Start with a lighter stain/dye, then maybe brush on some super sheen, then come back with a darker stain/dye? Does anyone have any experience creating this finish? Thanks, Chris