Removing Mildew Marks

Imperial Arms · 10-24-2002, 07:27 PM

I live the tropics where humidity is a problem. I have a tan Luger holster which was covered in some areas by mildew. After brushing off the mildew, I noticed stains/marks left behind where the mildew grew and I wonder how the marks can be removed? Does anybody know any miracle removal technique?

Thanks,
Albert

John Sabato · 10-25-2002, 11:11 AM

An excellent question Albert... The only substances I know of to remove mildew (bleach or some other chlorine based liquid) would certainly ruin a leather holster's finish...

Let's hope someone on the forum has an excellent and proven answer for this problem...

George Anderson · 10-25-2002, 12:43 PM

I'd try saddle soap followed with "Hide Food"

Navy · 11-05-2002, 10:45 PM

At the risk of sounding like a complete dillitante,

I have found that a solution of 25/75 balsamic vinegar and water works well, Spray in on liberally, seal in a Zip lock bag, forgitabboutit for about 2 weeks.

Follow up with 2 weeks exposure to DRY air and then finish with Renaisance wax

Works for me.

Tom A.

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10-24-2002, 07:27 PM	#1
Imperial Arms Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Malta, EU Posts: 579 Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Removing Mildew Marks I live the tropics where humidity is a problem. I have a tan Luger holster which was covered in some areas by mildew. After brushing off the mildew, I noticed stains/marks left behind where the mildew grew and I wonder how the marks can be removed? Does anybody know any miracle removal technique? Thanks, Albert

10-25-2002, 11:11 AM	#2
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,155 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,308 Times in 1,098 Posts	An excellent question Albert... The only substances I know of to remove mildew (bleach or some other chlorine based liquid) would certainly ruin a leather holster's finish... Let's hope someone on the forum has an excellent and proven answer for this problem... __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

10-25-2002, 12:43 PM	#3
George Anderson Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: VA Posts: 3,592 Thanks: 1,773 Thanked 2,531 Times in 788 Posts	I'd try saddle soap followed with "Hide Food"

11-05-2002, 10:45 PM	#4
Navy RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Dc 'burbs in Virginia Posts: 2,482 Thanks: 0 Thanked 16 Times in 10 Posts	At the risk of sounding like a complete dillitante, I have found that a solution of 25/75 balsamic vinegar and water works well, Spray in on liberally, seal in a Zip lock bag, forgitabboutit for about 2 weeks. Follow up with 2 weeks exposure to DRY air and then finish with Renaisance wax Works for me. Tom A. Tom A. <img src="graemlins/yltype.gif" border="0" alt="[typing]" />