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

[Bluepete]

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

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

[Luckypants]

Originally Posted by Speedy Claire

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

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.

Thanks hun, will PM her

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

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

[fizzwheel]

+ 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.

[rictus01]

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.

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

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