How to Oil and Antique Tooled Leather Projects

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5 жыл бұрын

This is a Bonus Video to our Tooling Series videos that we created. In the tooling series, we walked you through my tooling process step by step showing the tools and techniques to accomplish this floral pattern.
If you haven't seen those videos, here is a link to a post we created on our blog with all four of those videos all in one location. (You can also find all the videos in one playlist here on the channel.)
dgsaddlery.com/how-to-tool-fl...
If you want to tool this pattern along with us, then here is a direct link so that you can get your copy of the Free Pattern to print and use. There is also a link in the above mentioned blog post.
dgsaddlery.com/free5flowerpat...
In this video, I show you my oiling and antiquing process. The finish that I did on this piece is what we call a "Light Oil Antique" and it is one of our most popular finishes in the shop.
We have created previous videos on antiquing and oiling, but this video dives in a little deeper. Here are links to those two previous videos if you want to check those out.
Antiquing video: • antique video
Oiling leather: • Q & A Episode #1
Thank you so much and be sure to hit that subscribe button!

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@axe609 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, your experience is very valuable to me. We loose so much of our traditional knowledge, saddlery and leather work has shrunk and changed a lot over the past 100 years. Your clear teaching and sharing of your knowledge and experience has helped me and I am sure countless others. I would love to see some of your restoration work, as far as cleaning, conditioning and repairing leather tack or goods. Again thank you for your effort and sharing.

@ed-mh7zl 5 жыл бұрын

I second this comment!

@GottliebGoltz 4 жыл бұрын

Ditto.

@chematta2745 3 жыл бұрын

Yup

@joshuapoche5137 4 жыл бұрын

Well now i know what ive been doing wrong with antique. I missed the resist step before the antique. Thanks for the info

@annwaters9484 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That's the Best explanation of oiling and antiquing that I have seen/heard!

@azhighpockets8226 3 жыл бұрын

The series of 4 videos topped off with this finishing video were just terrific! It takes extra time and patience to verbally walk through each step/process plus equally as important - the why behind it, including the good/bad outcomes - so we end up with a really good understanding. Thank you so much for making the time to create these videos for us!

@Lillian.M. 2 жыл бұрын

Don you are by far an amazing man, you give so much of yourself in your teaching, skills and knowledge and for this I personally Thank You ! I am learning so much from each video you do.

@deangrieger5241 9 ай бұрын

I would like to say that I watch and rewatch most of your videos...In my view you are a true leather craftsman. Just sayin....

@garyjones215 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Don, i appreciate your sharing so many "secrets of the master" with us, Brotha.

@dhaynes713 5 жыл бұрын

Definitely the best antiquing video there is. I’m newer to this and you answered all the questions I had about it. Thanks so much and keep up the awesome work!

@tjbelcher3144 Жыл бұрын

Great advice and knowledge passed to us mere mortals lol. Very much appreciated.

@amybland9679 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your ongoing generosity. I have learned so much from you in the past few weeks. The tooling series and this follow up on antique were priceless. Thank you for taking the time to help me and many others like me that just needed a little push to get us over our fear of tooling. This series was exactly what I needed.

@Deezhan 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Don for sharing your experience with us without charging a dime! You are a great guy!

@TinaThevarge 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I was wondering about finishing. I haven’t started tooling yet, still gathering my basic tools, but I’ve been watching videos and tutorials. This answered all my questions so far.

@mikerobertson4041 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible artistry! That final coat of Tan-Kote really makes a huge difference!

@katherinecox 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being so thorough! You answered a lot of my questions 👍🏻

@RayofNay 5 жыл бұрын

Your tutorials are THE BEST! Thank you so much! The how and why of it is so helpful. Very grateful for you Don.

@markashlock8058 5 жыл бұрын

Wow...Just Wow!! Thanks Don!

@Glennoutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your time, your the Best !!

@danbaker96 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been wondering how to antique leather and this video is a perfect learning tool ! Thank you !

@lynyang4282 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! Your knowledge and experience is valued and helpful. Love your videos.

@obxsouth12 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these tutorials. These have been informative and enjoyable. Very much appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

@jenrizar660 5 жыл бұрын

That’s amazing Sr appreciate your time

@njneer 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Thanks, I have always struggled with this sort of thing but I will definitely try this process on my current project.

@mikelancaster5345 5 жыл бұрын

Don - what a great series - thank you for sharing - I learnt so much from them. Keep up the great work and again thank you for always being so willing to share.

@Nikos1074 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I have enjoyed watching your videos very much. I do appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

@robertbutler4393 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Don. Great stuff. Answered a lot of my questions.

@timsanders4621 Жыл бұрын

Man, the information and techniques you share are just awesome. Thank you so very much.

@jimgallagher5785 3 жыл бұрын

Just tried your technique on a holster, and it worked like a charm! Thanks

@tamaraerickson1933 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Don! Your videos are so helpful and informative!!!

@scotthaney50 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. It helped me so much. I didn't understand why to use oil That has helped me a lot.

@maryspence5331 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Donald! My first time on your channel and I really love your style. I have never done Tan Kote between dye and antique...and now I have something new to try. I think you just solved a problem I have been having! Thank you!!!

@patticampbellhardy4059 7 ай бұрын

Excellent instructor! Great detail explanations! Not trying to become a "you-tube star" - just trying to explain the subject and does a superb job. Thanks for all the information.

@victoriarobison5088 5 жыл бұрын

Great step by step series. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge.

@hhhhhhhhh61 Жыл бұрын

I love how you go into great detail about the why of things, and different reasons for all of the processes. Giving examples and variations based on the look you might want to achive. Such a wealth of information. Thank you so much for sharing your vast knowledge.

@rogervelazquez194 Жыл бұрын

What a great video, I learned so much and can't wait to get started on finishing my work. Thank you so much.

@crystalsnodgrass7145 4 жыл бұрын

I love your King Ropes hat! I'm from Sheridan Wyoming and went to school with the King girls. Love this series and I cant wait to get started with leather tooling

@LizDavis2009 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful piece and great instructional video!! Thanks Don!!!

@danturley8809 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously my favorite tutorial in the leather craft. You are the best.

@SquirrelsForAll 4 жыл бұрын

Don, your work is incredible and I dearly enjoy your videos. Thanks for your wonderful lessons.

@neilyeag 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks very complete explanation of the procedure, products and process.

@Atcraftcity 4 жыл бұрын

All the best to you, Don! Great videos...extremely educational. Thanks for promoting leathercraft!

@REAL_LIFE 2 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful! Thank you for sharing what I'm sure you have worked long and hard to learn!

@l.wolfm.7006 2 жыл бұрын

Your tooling style is freaking incredible!!!

@chrishaynes4430 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video and knowledge. I just got back into leather working and run up on your channel thanks

@rodneyhale7154 5 жыл бұрын

As usual great information, thanks for the video! Thanks Rodney

@stoneylundin 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tutorial, piece looks great.

@mikeboone4425 5 жыл бұрын

Out standing Don as always . Happy Trails

@herbertwedermanjr239 2 жыл бұрын

Don, I gotta take the time to say what an excellent video you put together. You really know how to explain things completely without wasting any words or over explaining. I like how you also explain your evolution through experience to perfect your technique. Aa a newbie I have been frustrated with what various products to buy and people not really being able to explain why one is better than the other. I just liked and subscribed to your channel and look forward to learning more. Thanks :)

@charlessullivan8861 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! Excellent information, thanks for sharing!

@billmccaffrey1977 5 жыл бұрын

Great close to this series.

@rfleecs 5 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate your time and effort creating these videos! Learning from the master is really beneficial to anyone who wants to improve their craft!!!

@ronfleecs3666 Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@ericeasom5788 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Now I see what I have been doing wrong with my antiquing.

@notwrkn2mch 3 жыл бұрын

This video helped this newcomer more than you can imagine. Now i know why i was having such a hard time working with the antiquing. ......current subscriber

@jwk181965 3 жыл бұрын

Great information. I now know the steps, that Ive been missing.

@wlben67 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for the follow up so soon. Good Job Don.

@thetexaskidd71 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that informative video Don!

@wulfschlueter2112 4 жыл бұрын

Great video I always learn something new watching them

@johntyson9102 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the oil and and the antique lesson

@lexi8105 3 жыл бұрын

Love it thank you!

@krismana91 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I've experienced that paint smearing with super shene. :)

@missk2876 4 жыл бұрын

Always fantastic

@Packinheat1175 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thanks from 🇨🇦.

@Auntyweehaa 4 жыл бұрын

Stunning work!~ Great video! Helpful to a newly!

@fitzy0008 6 ай бұрын

Wow!!! Looks amazing!

@Floyd7200 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work. Thank you.

@johnkennedyswenja 5 жыл бұрын

thanks Don, looks great

@Meanfidler 5 жыл бұрын

Great videos and Thank You Sir!!

@aussiepete67 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this great video... exactly what I needed.. G'day from Brisbane Australia 👋

@mariongause1095 5 жыл бұрын

Very well presented 👍 thank you !

@kevincohn5862 3 жыл бұрын

Hey this is Kevin from Pittsburgh and I enjoyed y I ur video and your straight forward this on your videos. I'm in my 70s now and had wish some of what you have been showing was out when I got started? Again thanks you and God bless....kpc.

@barbaradvojatzki2852 2 жыл бұрын

Great technique and rich in details tutorial!!

@richardlee6886 8 ай бұрын

Awesome, I appreciate your content. Looks great!

@godofm3tal1 5 жыл бұрын

If you're in Wyoming id love to come pick your brain. I'm getting into leather working and would relish the opportunity to learn anything I could from a master. That work is incredible.

@rondumontier1187 5 жыл бұрын

This is a really nice video. I useually don,t antique anything. I make mostly holsters, law inforcement & archery equip. But I mite try antiquing and the olive oil, even thou my old german boss/teacher mite flip. I also use tan-coat. I use neat-lac inside holsters, it make the "draw" cleaner and constant. Even tho I,v been at this for many yrs and learned from true pros, I wont stop learning. I need to watch more of your very good vids.

@blueshirtmonday 3 жыл бұрын

This is so helpful! Thank you!!

@isportsphotousa9065 5 жыл бұрын

Don, I liked the video session, very informative.. 2 thumbs up!!

@outfitr9703 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Great info. I'm also having trouble getting even look with neatsfoot and end up applying too much to even it out. I'll be trying olive oil next.

@teeeff5179 Жыл бұрын

a superb tutorial! many thanks for this. 👍✌🖖

@1800ls 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You so much. Your video is very informative.

@MrRenoman2011 Жыл бұрын

Best Video that i have seen thanks so much

@rafaelsanchez3882 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thank you!!

@tahomyjo Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Very helpful !!!!

@TheMNBlackBear Жыл бұрын

Nice! My work is pretty now! Thank you!

@hernandezknives 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been antiquing the wrong way. Thanks for the good information

@wesdresen9994 5 жыл бұрын

great information again.

@mitchellreid8534 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos.

@eddaly4160 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@fordfan3179 2 жыл бұрын

Great info, thanks!

@Helmie-pl8ir 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Don sharing.👍👍👍

@nameyourchannel8262 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Don.

@matthewhensley6680 2 жыл бұрын

When you apply the last step I said oh no the stitches it’s ruined but it actually turned out better than I thought great work

@tinoyb9294 5 жыл бұрын

Bravo!!!

@stanhegeman8751 5 жыл бұрын

Great info, Don. Thank you. I've done leathercraft starting with shoe repair for over 40 years. This is the first video that has validated my use of plant-based oils to feed leather. My mentor in shoe repair (Ron Brower) used to take extremely dirty saddles to the self-serve car wash and clean them, being careful, of course not to cut the leather with the sprayer, let them sit for 2 days and then condition them before proceeding. Who taught you tooling, if I may ask? It's beautiful, and sooooo natural. Thanks again.

@irislarocque3932 2 жыл бұрын

gorgeous

@enriqueorlandotorressandov915 4 жыл бұрын

GENIO...........!!!!!!!!

@joejoelesh1197 5 жыл бұрын

Your work show here is beautiful! I don’t know what the final use of this plaque will be, but it could be mounted on a nice piece of wood and presented as an award.

@craigdraper8325 5 жыл бұрын

Ok so I was wrong, this is positive but it doesn’t say anything about the video but instead talks about the previous ones in the series in my opinion. The thing is the carving is meant to teach carving techniques, what you use it for is your business. I do carvings similar just to practice my technique. I mostly do basket weave work but I practice the Sheridan carving and other styles of floral carving to gain experience and skill for my own use. I hope to be a saddle maker one day and would love to be able to build the $4k - 6K saddles that the saddle makers I know build regularly.

@joejoelesh1197 5 жыл бұрын

@@craigdraper8325 he mentions it has a final use, but not what that use is.

@craigdraper8325 5 жыл бұрын

That is up to you, otherwise it is a practice piece. If you tool it on 4-6 oz. leather maybe a wallet back? Who knows as I didn’t do that one. I’m a belt maker and a basket weave specialist.

@flatdog- 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@donmoore9605 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another top notch video Don. For those that don't have an unlimited supply of sheep skin pads, you can wash them in warm water with a little Dawn dish soap and it removes all the oil, Neat Lac or antique. I have pads that I have used for several years actually that I have been careful to wash immediately after use.

@craigdraper2890 5 жыл бұрын

Tandy carries the rounds already cut and has the bulk available as well Chief. I am former Navy as well so its nice to see another Navy guy posting.

@donmoore9605 5 жыл бұрын

@@craigdraper2890 Ahoy sailor. :) The nearest Tandy to me is 55 miles so don't go there. I mail order most stuff I need from Springfield Leather. Years ago I used Tandy when they had a store about 30 miles away and weren't selling junk from China.

@craigdraper2890 5 жыл бұрын

@@donmoore9605 Yes, mine is over 40 miles away and I almost never go there or order online but there sheep skin liners are pretty decent and work well, very consistent so i still buy those. however since i too buy alot from springfield, I imagine you can get this from them too, and probably better. when i run out of what i have i will look at that but i bought my current batch a couple of years ago and i havent run out of them yet. I tend to use paper towels for antiquing and cloth rags for oiling, sheep skin for buffing.

@markcowan3366 5 жыл бұрын

I think there are probably plenty of us Navy folks lurking around leather working, its in our blood lol.

@iannicholson1014 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great tutorial. When I was plaiting or braiding kangaroo lace I put eucalyptus oil in my grease. This stopped cockroaches and vermin eating the leather. It could be mixed with the olive oil.

@joeshmoe1962 5 жыл бұрын

As someone who has been struggling with the antiquing process, this is great information. I have been avoiding using any sort of top coat because I've always thought that it would prevent future oil treatments from penetrating. Today I learned that Tan Kote doesn't do that. I can't wait to try this process. Thanks Don!