Artillery rig repairs

CAP Black · 12-31-2009, 10:33 AM

I just bought a rig for a 1917 artillery which is in great shape except for the little leather cap which fits over and protects the iron on the shoulder board. That leather has been eaten away by some varmit or had been against something abrasive and about 30 - 35 % is gone (The top layer of leather). The thing looks awful in that area. The question is should I try to have it replaced or repaired by the wizard or leave it? It sure adds character to the rig. Which action is apt to leave me with the more valued item? Anybody have any experience in this exact situation?
Mucho thanks
Jack

Norme · 12-31-2009, 10:44 AM

P.M. sent.

Mauser720 · 12-31-2009, 11:23 AM

Jack -

Would it be possible to see a picture of the damaged area?

Thanks

12-31-2009, 10:33 AM	#1
CAP Black User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Fairmont, WV Right here in Mountaineer country and God's country Posts: 767 Thanks: 100 Thanked 168 Times in 96 Posts	Artillery rig repairs I just bought a rig for a 1917 artillery which is in great shape except for the little leather cap which fits over and protects the iron on the shoulder board. That leather has been eaten away by some varmit or had been against something abrasive and about 30 - 35 % is gone (The top layer of leather). The thing looks awful in that area. The question is should I try to have it replaced or repaired by the wizard or leave it? It sure adds character to the rig. Which action is apt to leave me with the more valued item? Anybody have any experience in this exact situation? Mucho thanks Jack

12-31-2009, 11:23 AM	#3
Mauser720 User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 535 Thanks: 18 Thanked 49 Times in 33 Posts	Jack - Would it be possible to see a picture of the damaged area? Thanks __________________ Mauser720 - Ron "Those who do not know history are doomed to repeat it."

12-31-2009, 10:44 AM	#2
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