2000 Years Old: The shoe of a Roman Legionnaire found during the excavations of a military camp near the German city of Saalburg. Ca. 100 BC - 100 AD. [700x476 - 762KB]

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They used vinegaroon to stain the leather black. The vinegar treatment makes the leather resistant to rot, mold, sun decay...also smells funny. You can get the leather wet after treatment and not worry about the leather doing anything other than cracking if you don't keep it oiled well. I make and use it in my leather belts.

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Leather work is a useful craft. I have started to learn after moving yo where no decent care products are available and making my own balm for my work boots. My old favorite pair got so dry I poked a finger through the toe area. Sad. Made a mixture of cocoa butter, almond oil , and beeswax. Tried it on a belt from red wing I have had for 3o + years, so far I like it. Initially it darkened a lot, after sitting for awhile it has returned to closer to its original color.

Ever think of starting a leatherwork sub?

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I am not very tech savvy, it has crossed my mind though

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Sub created, just invited you to be a moderator of it. Just a good place to share techniques and projects,

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