Finish for Halter ?

[mtcolt]

I made a steer halter out of heavy saddle skirting. Now that I need to add some type of finish on the halter. What is the best type of finish to put on a steer halter. Should I use something like Leather New? This is going to be a show halter for a 4H steer so I want something that will look good but also protect the leather. What does everyone use for a finish?

Thanks in advance for all help.

Brett

[Hidemechanic]

Brett, are you going to leave it natural. Most I've seen are black or Dk Brn.My have to do with who's showing where.

Either way I would first give it a coat of neatsfoot. After dry, use Tan-Kote or equivelant. Others will share more. GH