When to apply antique to tooled holster

[Mablung]

1 hour ago, JLSleather said:

I wouldn't antique a basket stamped leather anything.  But then, I don't antique anything (save about twice where somebody threatened me with money if I would do that to the project, against my recommendation).

If the moisture content of the leather is right, the burnish of the leather negates the need for ant-streak

That said, IF a guy was insistent on that goop, considering that type of holster, I would then grudgingly recommend ...

• Cut out leather
• Stamp
• Line (if used)
• Sew
• Wet form
• Allow to dry completely.
• Oil if desired
• Ant-streak, using a fingertip
• TanKote or other top finish (I use resolene sometimes, sparingly)

 

 

 

“Ant-streak”. I like that. 

[Yellowhousejake]

I am not certain I will like the antique either. But, I will try it and see.

 

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