Rogueshadow Report post Posted September 4, 2013 Here's one I recently wrapped up for one of the Cabela's 1860 army replicas. I figured out a new process along the way that adds a nice antiquing effect with tandy water stains. I applied the dark brown water stain too thick on the belt, and it looked essentially black. I took some denatured alcohol and and old (clean) sock and rubbed it down. Not only did I get the color I wanted, but it stayed dark in the tooling and gave it a little artificial wear. I liked it so much I did it to the holster and cap pouch as well. SO test it out on a scrap and see if you like the effect. I have gotten so much from this forum I wanted to share what I found. It works best when the surface has dried but hasn't quite gone all the way, although the belt had 24 hours before I tried it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbusarow Report post Posted September 5, 2013 I really like that finish on an old time rig. Dan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Topdown Report post Posted September 5, 2013 Nice job! Love the finish! Thanks for sharing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
longtooth Report post Posted September 5, 2013 Great looking rig. Love the way you used the mulefoot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LederRudi Report post Posted September 5, 2013 Great looking rig. Love the way you used the mulefoot. Dito. Will steal your design Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Josh Ashman Report post Posted September 5, 2013 That's some really nice work! great job!! Best regards, Josh Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
malabar Report post Posted September 5, 2013 Very nice work. And thanks for sharing the technique. tk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eaglestroker Report post Posted September 6, 2013 Love the whole rig, great job! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brazos Jack Report post Posted September 8, 2013 That is a sweet, sweet rig! The leather looks like it has an aged look as if you reached back and took it from the past. Love it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig44 Report post Posted September 9, 2013 Good lookin' rig! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rogueshadow Report post Posted September 9, 2013 Thank you all for the kind words! They are much appreciated! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RickHodges Report post Posted September 11, 2013 That is just beautiful. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbossartcustomgunleather Report post Posted September 13, 2013 (edited) Very nice indeed! I actually just finished a similar rig for my 1851 navy! Edited September 13, 2013 by jbossartcustomgunleather Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
