Tucker Saddle hazy film

[KathySemi]

March 13, 2025

Hello,

I am hoping that someone can help me with this.

I bought a used Tucker Saddle in May 2024. It was in pretty good condition. It had a few scratches, some deep but not too bad, and some marks like the color wore off but all in all it looked good.  

After I ride I normally wipe-off the dust and dirt on my saddle. After a several more trail rides, and a trail ride where it got muddy I wanted to clean it and condition it to keep it looking good and keeping the leather supple. I used Lexol Leather Tack 3-in-1 quick care formula from Tractor Supply.  I thought it was good. But after several more times my saddle began to have this hazy film on it and I cant get rid of it. I have rubbed, wiped, rubbed again, washed off with damp rag, let it dry then used very diluted dish soap on a damp/wet rag and wiped it real good then wiped it again with a clean damp rag then used the leather tack lotion again.... still has that horrible hazy film.. What am i doing wrong. What can i do to get the shine back?

do you need a pic to see it?

Thanks

Kathy Seminatore