Artillery Holster repair

A.Mifsin · 04-12-2008, 12:39 AM

Hi All, I have this artillery holster which as you can see from photo has some worn sections on the flap. Should I try to give it some sort of colour to cover up these patches, or leave as is? If yes, any suggestions please with what and how.
Thank You
Alf

laoshi75 · 04-12-2008, 07:10 AM

hello Alf, nice holster.
I would personnaly let it as it is.

lugerholsterrepair · 04-12-2008, 10:47 AM

Alf, I almost agree with Christian...However it depends on how much they bug you. It is extremely simple to color them a bit and it looks much better. If this were my holster I would treat it to a little Connolly's too. Just a surface brushup and hand polish after an hour or so,
Nothing is good too I guess.
Jerry Burney

A.Mifsin · 04-12-2008, 03:01 PM

Thank You Guys for your advise which which I appreciate very much. Jerry what is Connolly? It doesn't bother me much, but I wish to improve it.

I thought that I use some brown shoe polish. then polish it by a cloth to rub it in, what do you think, is it a good idea?

Alf.

lugerholsterrepair · 04-12-2008, 03:14 PM

Alf, I don't recommend shoe polish on vintage leather. It is a mixture of pigments, water repellants, oils and other things you should not use on Luger holsters.
What you need is dye.
please research this project before you put anything on it.
I and some others have written thousands of words here , search the site for advice.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CONNO...spagenameZWDVW

Jerry Burney

A.Mifsin · 04-13-2008, 01:06 AM

Thank You Jerry, You are most helpful.
Alf.

tenbears · 04-13-2008, 11:57 AM

Jerry,
What are your thoughts on Renwax on Luger holsters?

lugerholsterrepair · 04-13-2008, 05:58 PM

Alf, Not a problem...I would write more but I am busy with getting packed for a move to my Summer home!

Dow, I have or had a Friend, Jack Hiles who loved the stuff on holsters, pistols, wood stocks..whatever. I guess a wax is ok....I just hate to start slathering on waxes, oils, creams or anything else without seriously considering what it's for, how the material will react and how do I reverse the process if it prooves to be damaging.
On a pistol Renwax would not soak in but be a repellant. Might be good. On a holster it will soak in somewhat. Good? Who knows. What good will it do? What is it supposed to do? Why would you put it on if you have not thought out the answers to these questions, like how or will I even be able to get it off?
I always go back to the mantra of do not apply anything. I know there are certain cases where it seems prudent to apply something to soften the surface or a hinge or closure strap. Each time I have to asses every case.
Be carefull.....Think before you act~
Jerry Burney

tenbears · 04-14-2008, 11:18 PM

Jerry,
I have used Renwax for years now mostly on gilded sword fittings and leather scabers. With no adverse affects. They make a big deal about the product being a pure wax with no harm full chemicals. But I'm always on the lookout for something better. And will try the Connolly Hide Care.

A.Mifsin · 05-08-2008, 03:03 PM

Thank You All You Guys, especially You Jerry for the good advice regarding the connolly cream.
Here is the result of my first try, not bad if I may say so

Alf.

lugerholsterrepair · 05-08-2008, 05:19 PM

Alf, looks good! Connolly's is primarily lanolin according to the Company. I like the stuff only I wish they sold it in smaller than 8OZ jars. Most collectors only need a couple of ounces. I use the stuff every day in my work and a jar lasts me 6 months or more.
A small toothpaste tube of it would be ideal.
Glad you had good luck with it.

Jerry Burney

A.Mifsin · 05-09-2008, 02:01 AM

Thanks Jerry, How often should I treat a holster or any leather product for that matter, for example this holster should I treat it again in the near futrure?
Alf

Went Blakely · 05-09-2008, 11:26 AM

That came up very well, still waiting on my Connollys

lugerholsterrepair · 05-09-2008, 01:03 PM

Alf, I don't think you can really overdo it. It has no build up.

Jerry Burney

A.Mifsin · 05-09-2008, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by lugerholsterrepair
Alf, I don't think you can really overdo it. It has no build up.

Jerry Burney

Thank You Jerry.

Alf

04-12-2008, 12:39 AM	#1
A.Mifsin User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Malta Posts: 570 Thanks: 74 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Artillery Holster repair Hi All, I have this artillery holster which as you can see from photo has some worn sections on the flap. Should I try to give it some sort of colour to cover up these patches, or leave as is? If yes, any suggestions please with what and how. Thank You Alf Attached Thumbnails __________________ I prefer a Luger

04-12-2008, 10:47 AM	#3
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,760 Thanks: 4,848 Thanked 3,099 Times in 1,426 Posts	Alf, I almost agree with Christian...However it depends on how much they bug you. It is extremely simple to color them a bit and it looks much better. If this were my holster I would treat it to a little Connolly's too. Just a surface brushup and hand polish after an hour or so, Nothing is good too I guess. Jerry Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."

04-12-2008, 03:01 PM	#4
A.Mifsin User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Malta Posts: 570 Thanks: 74 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Thank You Guys for your advise which which I appreciate very much. Jerry what is Connolly? It doesn't bother me much, but I wish to improve it. I thought that I use some brown shoe polish. then polish it by a cloth to rub it in, what do you think, is it a good idea? Alf. __________________ I prefer a Luger

04-12-2008, 03:14 PM	#5
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,760 Thanks: 4,848 Thanked 3,099 Times in 1,426 Posts	Alf, I don't recommend shoe polish on vintage leather. It is a mixture of pigments, water repellants, oils and other things you should not use on Luger holsters. What you need is dye. please research this project before you put anything on it. I and some others have written thousands of words here , search the site for advice. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CONNO...spagenameZWDVW Jerry Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."

04-13-2008, 01:06 AM	#6
A.Mifsin User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Malta Posts: 570 Thanks: 74 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Thank You Jerry, You are most helpful. Alf. __________________ I prefer a Luger

04-12-2008, 07:10 AM	#2
laoshi75 User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Thailand/France Posts: 490 Thanks: 288 Thanked 96 Times in 41 Posts	hello Alf, nice holster. I would personnaly let it as it is.

04-13-2008, 11:57 AM	#7
tenbears User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 370 Thanks: 3 Thanked 26 Times in 15 Posts	Jerry, What are your thoughts on Renwax on Luger holsters?

04-13-2008, 05:58 PM	#8
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,760 Thanks: 4,848 Thanked 3,099 Times in 1,426 Posts	Alf, Not a problem...I would write more but I am busy with getting packed for a move to my Summer home! Dow, I have or had a Friend, Jack Hiles who loved the stuff on holsters, pistols, wood stocks..whatever. I guess a wax is ok....I just hate to start slathering on waxes, oils, creams or anything else without seriously considering what it's for, how the material will react and how do I reverse the process if it prooves to be damaging. On a pistol Renwax would not soak in but be a repellant. Might be good. On a holster it will soak in somewhat. Good? Who knows. What good will it do? What is it supposed to do? Why would you put it on if you have not thought out the answers to these questions, like how or will I even be able to get it off? I always go back to the mantra of do not apply anything. I know there are certain cases where it seems prudent to apply something to soften the surface or a hinge or closure strap. Each time I have to asses every case. Be carefull.....Think before you act~ Jerry Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."

04-14-2008, 11:18 PM	#9
tenbears User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 370 Thanks: 3 Thanked 26 Times in 15 Posts	Jerry, I have used Renwax for years now mostly on gilded sword fittings and leather scabers. With no adverse affects. They make a big deal about the product being a pure wax with no harm full chemicals. But I'm always on the lookout for something better. And will try the Connolly Hide Care.

05-08-2008, 03:03 PM	#10
A.Mifsin User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Malta Posts: 570 Thanks: 74 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Thank You All You Guys, especially You Jerry for the good advice regarding the connolly cream. Here is the result of my first try, not bad if I may say so Alf. Attached Images __________________ I prefer a Luger

05-08-2008, 05:19 PM	#11
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,760 Thanks: 4,848 Thanked 3,099 Times in 1,426 Posts	Alf, looks good! Connolly's is primarily lanolin according to the Company. I like the stuff only I wish they sold it in smaller than 8OZ jars. Most collectors only need a couple of ounces. I use the stuff every day in my work and a jar lasts me 6 months or more. A small toothpaste tube of it would be ideal. Glad you had good luck with it. Jerry Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."

05-09-2008, 02:01 AM	#12
A.Mifsin User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Malta Posts: 570 Thanks: 74 Thanked 12 Times in 12 Posts	Thanks Jerry, How often should I treat a holster or any leather product for that matter, for example this holster should I treat it again in the near futrure? Alf __________________ I prefer a Luger

05-09-2008, 11:26 AM	#13
Went Blakely User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 231 Thanks: 4 Thanked 8 Times in 6 Posts	That came up very well, still waiting on my Connollys __________________ Went Blakely

05-09-2008, 01:03 PM	#14
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,760 Thanks: 4,848 Thanked 3,099 Times in 1,426 Posts	Alf, I don't think you can really overdo it. It has no build up. Jerry Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."