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  1. tsunkasapa
    Leather bought from the same company is not the same leather. Just as two maple boards will not be the same, two different hides will take dye differently. The only way to be sure of achieving the same results is to use leather pieces not only from the same side, but as close to each other as possible.
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    You can reduce your dye at any ratio you like. 1-1 1-2 etc. You can even add other colors. I do my oak leaves with a green-brown mix. Play around till you get the color you want.
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    I concur with Chuck. No need to do the back, and fill some of the larger 'open' areas with more scrolls and stem. Any cut lines on a top to bottom axis at the fold will have a tendency to pop open.
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    Definitely looks like rawhide. Soak it until pliable and tack it to the wall to dry. After it's dry you can assess whether it can still be tanned. 20 years is a long time, it may not be usable any longer.
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    Expose it to the sun. It will "suntan" just like we do. Need to keep an eye on it to not overdo it.
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    Very nice indeed.
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    Very nice!
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    Welcome from the PNW. Cranky old Combat Engineer here.
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    Tool first. When the leather is dry, tapping with a mallet or using a roller will not hurt it.
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    Nice work on both the knives and sheaths. I never remember to take 'before' pictures either.
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    Not big on Christianity, but your work is excellent.
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    You don't need to spend $50 Vtg Craftool Co USA Leather stamping tool #566 Discontinued FLOWER CENTER | eBay https://www.ebay.com/itm/165472461867?hash=item2686ed642b:g:1XQAAOSwhL5idzqL Vtg Craftool CO #565 discontinued Leather stamping tool flower center Pre '64 | eBay Leather Stamping Tools CRAFTOOL #J520 Flower Center | eBay And there are more.
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    Greetings from the PNW. Welcome to the forum. Nice fish you have there.
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    Looks great. I wouldn't change a thing.
  15. tsunkasapa
    I use tin snips/sheet metal shears for rawhide. As to the Barge Cement, no idea.
  16. tsunkasapa
    How to Make Your Own Custom Leather Chaps that Fit Perfectly: Illustrated Step-By-Step Guide by S Denise Hoyle (goodreads.com) Book Sew Your Own Chaps (showclothesunlimited.com)
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    Complete Saddle & Chap Making Cowboy Craft Library | eBay https://www.ebay.com/itm/184423743696?hash=item2af08300d0:g:7FQAAOSwebdfJdKc How to Make Custom Chaps (oureverydaylife.com) Learn the art of chap making! - YouTube
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    +1 on the HDPE. I use under all my sharp tools. Round knife, punches, occasionally thonging chisels. No damage to any of them. I have a big 32"x24" on my bench, and a 12"x48" I use outside when I true up the straight edge on a side for strap cutting. Good stuff.
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    Nope, ain't doin' Facebook.
  21. tsunkasapa
    You might try oiling the leather wit neats foot oil or olive oil. Don't saturate it but be generous with old dry leather.
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    No, no examples. But I use it to remove mildew stains and the 'black' spots from some metals. Wipe it on, and as it dries, minor stains will disappear. It will also lighten veg tan that has a darker color.
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    I use oxalic acid, not the Tandy stuff. Tablespoon to a pint. wipe on gently with a clean rag and let dry thoroughly, don't RUB.
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    I agree with Dwight, but I would line the hip pads with milled veg tan if padded, or plain 2oz veg tan if unpadded.
  25. tsunkasapa
    The BIGGER question is, "Why would I ever want to ruin my hobby by going there." I'm totally happy doing 'one offs' and tack repair. What I saw there would TOTALLY ruin what I do! No, damn, thank you!!!!!
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