Rubbing alchohol and FS Expo question
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Rubbing alchohol and FS Expo question
I have already applied one coat of Pecards jell to my jacket which it soaked up overnight. The jacket still has a bit of shine to it. Is it okay to use rubbing alcohol on it at this point to cut down on the shine or just let the shine go away naturally?
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I don't know if it's safe or not--someone else will know much better than I. It doesn't sound safe at all to me. I wouldn't risk it. But, instead of the gel, I'd use the leather lotion on the jacket. Just passing along the advice our dear Michaelson (the Sage of Pecard's) has given me.
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Yes zohar, it seems that if we want to "de-shine" an Expedition, all you have to do is grab a rag and some RA and go to work. But it may be awhile before that RA smell is gone. And vice versa, you know that wonderful leather sent your Expo still puts out? I wonder if that will be gone once we RA the jacket?
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Thanks MK. Well, I just learned that there may be some negative side effects to doing this. So I wanted to ask:
1. What actually happens to the goatskin that makes it appear as a more dull finish when you apply the RA? Is there a layer of something removed from the hide?
2. Does applying the RA to remove the shine hinder the skin in any way as far as making it less waterproof, making it less waterproof?
In other words, are there any side effects to doing this and will the jacket be any different than it was before other than having no shine because the RA removed the thin layer of whatever?
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1. What actually happens to the goatskin that makes it appear as a more dull finish when you apply the RA? Is there a layer of something removed from the hide?
2. Does applying the RA to remove the shine hinder the skin in any way as far as making it less waterproof, making it less waterproof?
In other words, are there any side effects to doing this and will the jacket be any different than it was before other than having no shine because the RA removed the thin layer of whatever?
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I know this is nit-picky, but leather is generally not water-proof by nature. The only hide that I thought I read has waterproof tendencies was horsehide, but my horsehides soak through. Coatings, oils and gels can help make leather more water resistant and water repellent. Just remember a waterproof jacket wouldn't be able to absorb any of the protective coverings we apply. My assumption is (and Michaelson can feel free to pipe in whenever her wants ) that if you break down any outer coating, you should protect it with a coating of Pecard's to compensate...
Prior to getting my first Indy jacket, I never really treated my leather jackets and they have held up for years. I still have my father's old leather jacket from the 40's or 50's and the steerhide is in perfect condition. It was never treated and always worn - especially in the elements - by both my father and myself after he handed it down. I have only now started treating it since he passed away and I realized how important it will be to keep this jacket in nice shape. What did fail was the lining, zipper and the seams at the armpits. These repairs have all been made. Steerhide is heavy, but kicks ###.
Prior to getting my first Indy jacket, I never really treated my leather jackets and they have held up for years. I still have my father's old leather jacket from the 40's or 50's and the steerhide is in perfect condition. It was never treated and always worn - especially in the elements - by both my father and myself after he handed it down. I have only now started treating it since he passed away and I realized how important it will be to keep this jacket in nice shape. What did fail was the lining, zipper and the seams at the armpits. These repairs have all been made. Steerhide is heavy, but kicks ###.
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