Re: tack care
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Brigid, I use "Horseman's One Step" to clean and freshen my saddles except those that I want to keep a light color ( our show saddles that need to stay as light as possible). Some people say it degrades the stitching but I wonder if this is just a rumor. I have never had anything happen in the way of stitching degrading or coming loose. It really works into the leather nicely and leaves it supple. Susan in MN
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This message is from: Steve McIlree <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> WHAT is a "weegie"? I keep seeing the term, and no explaination of what it is. ALSO, is there a section in this list to upload members pictures of their horses for viewing by other members? Somewhere where I can send pictures of mine at the County Restoration Village (circa 1860) October fair, where he goes on display for two weeks? If so, how do I access it and what are the rules and conventions for posting to it? Merek
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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 10/3/99 7:54:42 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Watch that olive oil around the "weegies" they will eat it up! >> LOL! Rafael did just this today. I bought neetsfoot oil and was rubbing it onto his saddle. He was at the hitching post, keeping me company. Well, he kept everyone in stitches because he kept licking the saddle with his big tongue! I told the other boarders he was "helping" me clean the tack. Brigid in CA
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This message is from: "Jean Gayle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Watch that olive oil around the "weegies" they will eat it up! I bought a "harness honey" I think it is called, after someone on the list mentioned it. I like it. After two or three applications my leather stays soft and pliable. Not supposed to harm the stitches either. I am in the house and the harness honey is in the barn. So will the person who gave me the address speak up? Jean Jean Gayle Aberdeen, WA [Authoress of "The Colonel's Daughter" Occupied Germany 1946 TO 1949 ] http://www.techline.com/~jgayle Barnes & Noble Book Stores
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This message is from: Carolyn Dumong <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Ingrid Ivic wrote: > > This message is from: Ingrid Ivic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > My question is, what do you use to care for > > your tack? These things are in good condition, but a bit dry and in need of > > TLC. > > > > Brigid in CA > > > I use "Leather New"...seems to work well for most dryness problems. It > is a spray on type of glycerin soap. Also, just plain 'ole Olive oil > works well too...but don't use too much of either one. Hope this helps, > Ingrid;o) I use Leather Therapy...but it doesn't come in a spray. You have to squirt it on a damp sponge and apply. Works well. Rather pricey. I just changed to leather tack with white stitching, so have to work around the stitching, because I'm afraid of discoloring. I should have stuck with my nylon stuff which I could just throw in the washer! But she looks s "stylin'" in her new leather gear! Another tip...throw the gear into a bucket or laundry tub with water and some Murphy's Oil Soap. Let it soak for awhile, scrub with a soft brush, rinse lightly and let dry. Then do your oiling/conditioning. Carolyn in S. Florida where we had a glorious breeze today...we are looking forward to some cooler, DRY weather!!!
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This message is from: Ingrid Ivic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > My question is, what do you use to care for > your tack? These things are in good condition, but a bit dry and in need of > TLC. > > Brigid in CA > I use "Leather New"...seems to work well for most dryness problems. It is a spray on type of glycerin soap. Also, just plain 'ole Olive oil works well too...but don't use too much of either one. Hope this helps, Ingrid;o)
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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi All- Having a wonderful time riding the Fjords this week. I took lots of time off to do it. Now I'll have to work extra next week, to make up the $$. Oh well, have to make time for what matters! Praise God, I finally bought 2 saddles, very nice used Western ones. I also bought 2 bridles w/snaffle bits. My question is, what do you use to care for your tack? These things are in good condition, but a bit dry and in need of TLC. Brigid in CA
