Leather Softener
 

I have a leather jacket which i`ve never worn mainly cos the leather is so stiff its almost uncomfortable, don`t feel i can move properly in it. Has anyone any ideas on how i can soften the leather?? are there any products available to do this. Many thanks

Re: Leather Softener
 

You could try Neatsfoot oil, it works a treat on hiking boots.

Re: Leather Softener
 

Thanks Pete... is that from outdoor type shops??

Re: Leather Softener
 

Proper leather food will most likely help, not sure walking products will maintain abrasion resistance. K is the resident leather expert and she will no doubt help us on this one.

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Thanks hun, will PM her :D

Re: Leather Softener
 

Here is what you want, a tub lasts forever!!

http://www.renapur.com/balsam.htm

Re: Leather Softener
 

+ 1 on the Renapur, I used it on a set of gloves that had gone stiff and it returned them to a nice supple state again.

Re: Leather Softener
 

Renapur is good, but there are other makes as well, in fact just about anything with linseed oil in it will do (don't use window putty though :( ).


Cheers Mark.

Re: Leather Softener
 

Thanks everyone... looks like its the renapur so far, can it only be bought online? I wanted it quite quickly

Re: Leather Softener
 

Years ago somebody used to swear by something called Mars Oil , was used on horse saddles etc . They even reviewed it in a bike mag and the guy said he put too much on and it turned a pair of Gaerne boots into flip flops lol