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Unread 04-14-2013, 03:57 PM   #1
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Default How to care for WWI era holsters?

Hi All,

I read on this site that Lexol and Pecards are the recommended products for maintaining holsters.

I also have seen posts (at other sites) that say these products ruin holsters and "mink oil" is the only safe way to go.

I have a couple of WWI era holsters that are in fine condition and I want them to stay that way.

Advice?
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Unread 04-14-2013, 04:58 PM   #2
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Richard..Thousands of words have been written about this subject on this site and Jan Still's. Do a search and you will have many pages of reading.
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Where does it say about lexol? I know that the holster in the tech area says that and I disagree, it's too thick for me.
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Lexol tends to loosen fibres and will eventually lead to weakened leather.

Conolly's leather care is one of ther better products to preserve antique leather.
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Ed, this is the article about the cleaners Lexol and Pecards

Luger Holster Care: click here
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Jerry and Alanint,

Thanks for the information and the product recommendation ( Conolly's ).
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The product is called Connolly Hide Care. You should be able to find it online.It is an excellent product. Bill
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