Is it possible to overapply Pecards? (esp. on Aldens)

WiseFrog · Post by **WiseFrog** » Mon Nov 17, 2003 5:45 pm

I was browsing through some old messages and noticed one about how using too much pecards can damage the integrity of the leather in Aldens. Anybody have any experience with this? I normally like to dab on a little glaze - I DON'T apply lots, just a little - of Pecards on my boots whenever I see a raw spot.

Anyone have any experience with this?

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Nov 17, 2003 6:05 pm

I've never read or heard THAT before, but then to much of ANYTHING is never good. The GOOD thing about Pecards is that leather will only allow so much to penetrate, then it won't take anymore, leaving an EXTREMELY tacky surface. This can be removed by applying low heat from a hairdryer to the loaded area until it liquifies, then wiping the liquified Pecards off with a dry rag. Regards. Michaelson

rick5150 · Post by **rick5150** » Tue Nov 18, 2003 6:06 am

The only time I remember hearing a negative thing about Pecards, is that it may make the leather too soft. The action pleats of a Wested, for example, may be a bad place to apply too much dressing.

As to damaging the integrity of the leather

- that is a new one. Where did you read that? I am curious, because I use the shoe and boot oil frequently on my jackets and have had nothing but terrific results. I would hate to think I am destroying the very items I am trying to preserve...

Post by **Michaelson** » Tue Nov 18, 2003 11:07 am

You aren't. Regards. Michaelson

Major Mike · Post by **Major Mike** » Tue Dec 02, 2003 2:19 pm

It's like using hand cream. If you use too much, the extra just gets wiped off on something, and you can't use it too often (or so my wife tells me).

Indiana Janice · Post by **Indiana Janice** » Wed Dec 03, 2003 8:31 am

That explains my "sticky boots"! I just put dressing on them for the first time yesterday. Guess I put a "bit" too much on.

Off to get a hair dryer......................

Janice