Neatsfoot And Belts ?

[DepME]

The reading I have done recently is that a number of people oil their leather after dyeing but prior to applying a finish. I can see an advantage to that and thought I might apply a light coat of neatfoot to some belts I am doing. The two questions that come to mind though is:

1) Will it make my belt leather to soft and stretchy?

2) Will the oil transfer from the belt on to clothing.

If it makes a difference, I usually use a resist before applying antiquing. Aussie Leather Conditioner is used as a finish. The inside of the belt is left untreated except for some gum tragacanth.

[wvcraftsman]

The reading I have done recently is that a number of people oil their leather after dyeing but prior to applying a finish. I can see an advantage to that and thought I might apply a light coat of neatfoot to some belts I am doing. The two questions that come to mind though is:

1) Will it make my belt leather to soft and stretchy?

2) Will the oil transfer from the belt on to clothing.

If it makes a difference, I usually use a resist before applying antiquing. Aussie Leather Conditioner is used as a finish. The inside of the belt is left untreated except for some gum tragacanth.

I have always put some neatsfoot on after dyeing. It helps keep the leather supple and keeps the leather from drying and cracking. If you let the oil soak in (say overnight) it shouldn't transfer to clothing. Mine never have. I normally use 2-3 coats of neatsfoot before applying a finish. I hope this helps.