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Here is a gallery of images of the leather

I came across a large amount of leather at an auction that I got for cheap. I believe most of the leather is latigo, but I am a complete amateur at this and hope you guys can help me identify and solve my mold problem so I can make some stuff out of this horde of hides.

I attached a picture of the thickness of the average latigo hide just for reference.

Right now I am using a 1/16 mix of bleach and water with copious amounts of saddle soap. I was reading around the website and I plan to spray them with a mix of Listerine and white vinegar.

Do you guys have any suggestions on the mold problem or could lend a look to identify what type of tanning was used?

p.s.: Thank you. I just joined this forum and I already have more projects on my list!

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Personally I don't think I would want to bring leather like that into my shop. BUT if I had to, I would probably try to clean it with Oxalic acid.

There are always possibilities....

Bob Blea

C and B Leathercrafts

Fort Collins, CO

Visit my shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/CandBLeather?ref=si_shop

Instagram @bobbleacandbleather

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