Discussion on Bridle left out in the rain
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Susan Bilsky
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Username: Suzeb
Post Number: 36
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Monday, Apr 28, 2003 - 7:54 pm: |   |
Hello All,
I need a little first aid for a bridle and reins that my daughter left outside and unfortunately we had a "Million Dollar" rain. Good for crops, but bad for leather clothing. Any suggestions for reviving this teenage faux pas. Thanks in advance. Susan B. |
Sarah Blanchard
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Username: Willie
Post Number: 24
Registered: 12-2000
| | Posted on Monday, Apr 28, 2003 - 8:08 pm: | |
Very simple, very old-fashioned, will probably rot the stitching but save the leather: soak it overnight in pure (not compound) neatsfoot oil. then wipe off the excess and hang to dry.
Second, less drastic solution: Apply several coats of Lexol conditioner.
Regardless of which solution, do it immediately! It will probably be just fine if you catch it soon enough; cows don't rot in the rain because they prodce their own internal oils. You just have to replace that. |
Susan Bilsky
Member
Username: Suzeb
Post Number: 37
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, Apr 29, 2003 - 9:50 am: | |
Thank you so much Sarah. I am afraid immediately has come and gone. My daughter has applied several coats of Lexol conditioner. It's not a terribly expensive bridle and it can be replaced. I guess I would be worried about the strength of the leather if Mr. Horse wants to get a little out of hand. Susan B.  |
