I was lucky enough to buy a black leather jacket, kind of like a leather sweater, big enough to be a top layer if I'm wearing bulky clothing and so comfortable, for nine bucks at Goodwill. The first wearing was to a hometown football game where I paid particular attention to it because of on and off light rain. Then I noticed this fine old leather was looking a bit dry so off I went to the local Tractor Supply that is, after doing substantial research online since I don't know enough about preserving leather.
So I learned to be wary of products that might contain petroleum distillates as their long-term effect is counter-productive: they may actually cause the eventual break-down of the skin. Then there is the potential of certain additives to rot stitching...
Here we have pure neatsfoot, got from bovines. I don't know for sure the source of my leather jacket but it is probably also bovine. At any rate, pure neatsfoot is recommended. And you should see how excellent my jacket now looks. It was quite a job to carefully apply a couple of coats (too much is not recommended so I hope I guessed right about the needs of the hide). The jacket got heavier but oh so luxurious. I get comments from strangers in the grocery line and have to shrink away to keep them from pawing my prize jacket!
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I bought this after my brother-in-law told me it is what his dad used on his baseball mitt when he was a kid. He said the mitt is still supple (he's in his 40s.) I use it on my boots/ shoes/ jackets. It helps break in the new ones faster and with less pain involved. Also, if you don't take care of your leather shoes and jackets, they dry out and crack/ dry rot. This oil doesn't leave an oily residue, doesn't transfer once you let it soak in about 5 minutes. Love it!
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I used this on several pairs of leather shoes and found it generally brough life back into dry leather and made all leather more pliable. I did not think the oil had any stank, just a general oily smell. A little bit of the stuff goes a long way, so even a 16 oz container will last quite some time. I recommend for softening and renewing leather, if you want to waterproof, use Sno-Seal.
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MANY PEOPLE HAVE FAVORITE THINGS IN THEIR LIFE THEY JUST HAVE TO KEEP.
I have many such inert fellow-travelers (six cities, 15 jobs, 40-some years, so far) I'm into my 70's now. I have a leather couch with chrome supports. All made from one huge piece of quality leather. I expect it will outlast me. It just pleases me so to see it, have seen it through my many years.
I bought it in the mid-60's. Six-feet-plus, it cost $700. Back when it hit two years I started thinking about keeping it up, researching ways to preserve it. Then, as now, neatsfoot oil was called for. And so started my spring ritual of rubbing neatsfoot oil on every leather surface. Friends passing through to a person asked me to either sell it to them or leave it to them in m'will. Such always makes me smile and remember how that couch has been an element of my life. Fireplace, candles, music and lolling with a lady friend on m'couch. Glowing memories.
Few Americans have heard of Wabi-Sabi. Accept my words or study up on this Japanese philosophy. There are a variety of books on it; this one fit me: Wabi-Sabi: for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers It's about how the patina of age endows an elegance to things which increases, venerates their value value in worth, quality and feelings of their owners. It appreciates age and careful wear, quality that survived ages.
For me mine's a sentimental couch. And cool leather motorcycle jackets, cowboy boots and belts et al; all have been with me for decades. All have been treated yearly with neatsfoot oil. All glow with their histories, obvious cared-for quality.
Most all these neatsfoot products say 'pure'; they probably are. Hope so. So go with your gut; price shop and/or just sense if a seller is saying the truth. But neatsfoot oil sure has worked for me. It'll will for you.
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This product is 100% neatsfoot oil. It does not contain silicone or any solvents. It is non-toxic and will not irritate skin.
Neatsfoot does have an oder however it usually fades after a couple of days. It will most likely initially darken any leather where it is applied however this can also fade with time. It is best to make sure the effect is what you desire by testing it on a hidden patch first.
If the Neatsfoot oil is applied to split hide leather with a machine finish it can sit on the surface for some time so it is best to do a bit of research on the leather you are intending to condition. Suede, nubuck and other leathers with a napped or natural finish will absorb the oil quickly so it will probably have an undesired effect; over darkening the leather and leaving too much oil in small areas. Again, be sure to test any conditioner in a small unseen area or on a patch first.
The oil traditionally was made from the bones, skin and feet of cows but unlike other fat remains in a liquid state at room temperature however modern Neatsfoot is usually made from lard that has been pressed. I don't know the process Fiebings uses to make their Neatsfoot however I have found the brand to be high quality with the desired effect for many years.
If you are looking for a high quality neatsfoot oil then this is it.
