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Curious where I can find instructions on that braid. I researched a little, but couldnt find anything.

Some post man desided to wear it out a couple of nights thats all. Very nice work, and just in time. I was thinking of making myself a badass vest for riding this season. Now I can. Thank you for the hard work.

Great lesson BTW.... Wish I had a drill press...heh

Eco Flo is apparently the products brand name. It comes in stain, dye, and they have thier version of Cova colors. The cova type colors are paints that can be opaque or thined with water to be used as a wash. You can see more about them on Tandyleatherfactory.com in the dyes/finishes section.

Tandys Eco Flo water based products are very user friendly and give some color options. I havent sprayed any but they stay flexible. This would be used on veg tanned and its not terribly vivid but may be worth a look. Cova colors are less opaque and are also an option for colors different from typical browns and tans. Im sure any stain or dye will work for you and stay flexible.

Very nice as always. Love the braids.

Thats right, I forgot to mention mink oil.

I have been an irrigator for 12 years now and dont know of any other profession that is harder on boots than us. My feet spend alot of time in water and mud and its a miracle if a pair lasts a year. The best breakin I can recommend is with water as mentioned above. I usually make sure the soals are well water proofed before wearing them on the job, but after a day of walking in a new pair while keeping them wet makes them very comfortable afterwards.

Id like to look more professional as I am trying to stir up some side work in motorcycle leather. If yuou get caught up and have time, add me to your long list. Thanks.

Thought Id post up. This was my first leather carving, but practicing everyday.