CrotalusCo
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I am brand new and have made a few test runs that didnt turn out as expected. After reading here I have found some of my errors and have some questions.
I have bought a few different dyes. My first few pieces i used cotton rags but have picked up a few wool daubers.
Eco flo dye in multiple colors "after reading i have found to be a mistake"
Eco Flo Gel antique dye
Eco flo super shene
Eco Flo Gum Tragacanth
Fiebing's usmc black
1) I have noticed in many of the postings here it is recommended to oil the leather first. Is this right? Do i do this on both tooled and untooled veg tan? Olive oil works is anything better?
2) Many mention to buff after the dye coat. Am I to do this right after applying the color or after the color has dried?
3) After color i have given a coat of the super shene however once i flexed or bent the leather it cracked through the color and the shene. Am I supposed to oil or wax afterwords or is that just the nature of the shene?
4) Should i be burnishing and Gum the edges before or after the coloring process?
5) What finishing process will work well if i only want to brighten the colors where the need for a shine takes a backseat to good deep color, yet maintain the softness and flexibility of the leather?
Thank you much
Dan
First Holster 3Rd Leather Project
in Gun Holsters, Rifle Slings and Knife Sheathes
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I am new so go easy on me. This is my first holster, wet forming and even hand stitching. I have made a cuff, a key fob and this is leather project #3
But in all seriousness I would like to hear feedback, tips tricks and suggestions. There is an indention mark as i used a clamp to hold the form, some defects in the finishing and the stitching needs work. Does anyone see anything else?