FINALLY! A Better Way To Restore Leather

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[@wranglerstar]

Get your Obenauf's here: amzn.to/2KDtkdR (this link will direct you to my amazon affiliate page)

[@davidodette3833]

I love obenoffs it is a great manufacturer with great products I use all there products on my leather projects and have never been disappointed

[@warrenmichael918]

I still do NOT see any member button or a way to become a member. Not shown on my page anywhere

[@drunkinox]

Dear mr. Wranglerstar this is a bit off topic but I just thought of it and wanted to ask before I forgot have you found the Mike Rowe podcast yet

[@KillerNetDog]

I use saddle soap on most leather, and mink oil on boots.

[@srossgower]

@@warrenmichael918 I can see a button that says JOIN right next to the subscribe button on my screen

[@rustyshackleford498]

Since my first paying job, I have always considered how many hours I must work in order to pay for something. It's a crazy habit that has led me to better financial decisions and less buyer's remorse.

[@JaneDoe-ti9fr]

Rusty Dale, Yes that's how I have Always done it also! If the young ones today would just do that it would be so much easier for them down the road & to Learn The Value of 💲.👍

[@timfagan816]

Thank goodness, I'm glad I'm not the only person that does this, I don't see a price tag in things, I see how many hours I'll have to work or have, had to work to buy something.

[@rustyshackleford498]

@@timfagan816 it's almost a curse in some ways. And the internet and popularity of online shopping has made it worse for me, I'm constantly price checking between local brick& mortar, and multiple online retailers to always get the best deal. It's boarder line OCD for me. My wife hates it.

[@moriquendil]

your grandfather said " you dont want wet feet or a cold shoulder" keep in mind in his days people really cared about how other people perceived them. people were taught the importance of honor and truths and trust. if you got " the cold shoulder " you lost their trust and every chance to fix that .

[@randyellis7353]

Absolutely a handshake was a binding contract without you word you have nothing 💯

[@saul4147]

I apply a heavy coat of paste bee's wax to my suede work boots, then bake them in my oven at 200 degrees for 10 minutes. The heat opens the pores in the leather and melts the wax for a deep penetration. This way I only have to apply the wax once a season. This way was taught to me by a family friend when I was a kid, It works great every time.

[@terryc47]

So true Saul. I use a similar technique, but with a hot-air gun and beeswax. I use 3 coats, apply a coat and melt in with the blow-gun and repeat. Never have to wax the work boots again for the life of the boots. I fined the leather is still good at the end of the life of the boots but the man-made soles worn out.

[@h2olove]

@@terryc47 Warming the oil instead of the boot is better for the boots. Placing the boots in the oven can damage the adhesives in the soles and any synthetic liners.

[@vcommandarv5916]

​​@@h2oloveut if there isn't anything synthetic than it's good right? Am thinking of a sheath maybe, it's all stitches Edit: actually sometimes there is glue where the welt is but it's not always necessary

[@h2olove]

@@vcommandarv5916 I think warming the oil/conditioner is the best approach. If you still want to war the item (not a totally bad idea), I'd try and keep the temperature below 120F. I believe the "correct" answer will vary from item to item, buy damage probably starts occurring around 140F. I personally don't believe the cost/benefit is there for warming the items more than that. You just want the item warm enough to reduce the time before the conditioner turns to a solid. That will also vary based on which conditioner you use.

[@vcommandarv5916]

@@h2olove I see, am thinking of using white petroleum jelly which is basically Original Vaseline on some old red leather i got off a chair, ill put it in a box outside in the sun after applying Vaseline to it and it should melt, then ill rub it in and massage it and add more Vaseline if needed, should moisturise the leather, bring it back to life and make it waterproof, it will clog the pores but that can't be avoided it seems, ill try a test piece first, ill also put a transparent lid on top to avoid it getting dirty

[@maehay4065]

One of my favorite things I used to do for my husband was washing his fatigues and shining his shoes. I started starched all of his fatigues and iron them exactly the way the Air Force required. I love the smell of the shoeshine and using that kit for shining his black leather shoes! Those were some of the great times of our life together! My husband was stationed in Mountain Home Air Force Base Idaho. We were so young. This is also when I took up running before it was fashionable for women to do. I just developed a joy inside of me and it was peaceful running around this small town. My love of running might be like Mrs.W. Only difference is she is much better than I was. I never kept track of how far I ran. I don’t think I ever shared this with my husband at that time. But it was just as much fun as taking care of my husband and me staying home and we started our young family in this Military place. Just like memories of your grandad. I have very vivid memories of my life in a safe place. Life seemed so simple and no worries...Thank you for a simple ways to take care of leather for keeping things reserved for future generations. And way more affordable with simple steps. The extra money could be spent on getting the extra food we might need in an emergency! Food for thought folks! 👍

[@Rakmarok]

Thank you for this amazing comment, I very much enjoyed reading it.

[@riperonirigatoni2394]

Snake? What took you so long?

[@crawfordwice]

Gosh Mae your comment is lovely. Women like you could never sleep on a mattress with a pea under it. Stay golden gorgeous.

[@KevinSmith-gh5ze]

I love snow seal. That stuff is by far the best leather waterproofing there is. Of course it's good to know that it will darken your leather quite a bit.

[@goasts]

“Calceus = Dress shoe or shoe/boot” It’s a word from Ancient Rome.

[@challenger2ultralightadventure]

I was wondering if anyone else noticed and understood that! Bravo.

[@brianmartin7964]

@@challenger2ultralightadventure I thought it was math.....

[@nicholasricardo8443]

15:41 I would warn that it depends what kind of leather your gloves are made of will affect what happens to them if you oil them. Cowhide, goat hide, elk, moose, and bison are all tough wearing leathers, so they will work well, whereas pigskin, carpincho, any suede, lambskin, peccary, or sheepskin are naturally soft and will be ruined by oils.

[@Tkfl567]

I've been a leathersmith for 40 years. I started at 13 when I needed a left handed knife sheath. I used an old pair of cowboy boots and my dad's collection of leather working tools. He taught high school woodshop, metalshop and leather working fell in the middle somehow. I still have and use his tools. Neetsfoot oil has always been my go to but I'm going to pick up some Obenauf's and give it a try. Thanks for sharing your wisdom and God bless.

[@jasonnorthcutt4008]

If it's no bother I have a question. I've seen several videos on the subject and no one mentions mink oil. it's all I've ever used. is it inferior somehow? I'm middle aged and was raised by old people that respected and took care of their belongings. I don't know maybe mink oil is obsolete now? It's all I've ever used and it seems to waterproof and Makes leather supple maybe there's something better I don't know. I just don't know why it's ignored

[@tracematson385]

So my question is how can you tell if the leather is real or fake?

[@wombleofwimbledon5442]

Sapphir contains mink oil. Check out the Elegant Oxford and Kirby Allison.

[@Parkere409]

T K how was it?

[@devinmahoney3777]

I’ve made my own. Neats foot oil or mineral oil is a great mix with pure beeswax. 50/50 does great for most things I think. Mineral oil for the kitchen wood and neats foot for outdoors tools

[@evictioncarpentry2628]

I use Obenaufs on everything. Boots. Sheaths. Throw some in the beard... Hand cream during winter. Honestly never had smoother hands during a Prairie winter since I started doing that. Be careful around the belt holes and boot eyelets. You don't wanna make the leather so soft it stretches and pulls out in those spots.

[@chrluc]

I just realized that we haven’t seen the tractor in a while, did you have to send it back?

[@TylerStrandlie]

chrluc watch the testing the cheapest chainsaw video

[@Doze320]

Love this video. I bought a good horsehair shoe brush over 40 year ago and stilluse it today. I also ended up with my grandad's brush when he passed away. That brush is probably at leasr 80 years old. Nothing better for buffing leather shoes.

[@badjaeaux]

Thank you so much, God Bless you Sir 🇺🇸

[@RCT21985]

Used to watch my dad shine his cowboy boots before church all the time, back when I was younger.

[@1991tommygun]

I like how you always bring up your pop in the videos, i just restored my great grandfathers wood shed, it was in bad shape but i finally got the money to bring it back to life, most people would of tore it down but its special to me, just a spot to hang and light the woodstove with the boys now

[@lauraweiss7875]

Great video. I’m a leather crafter and a huge fan of mink oil. Preserves, hydrates and provides water resistance (and it smells good too!)

[@pookietookie401]

I wish it would rain here on eastern Australia. We're in serious serious drought and have fires burning all down the coast. Please pray for us and all the poor animals

[@Driftx73]

Joey Joe Joe We had a 200,000 acre fire in my town I think it was last year and they sent firefighters from Australia to help fight it

[@pookietookie401]

@@Driftx73 our fires are currently estimated to have burnt through 2.2 million hectares. It's a grim situation

[@Punisher9419]

Leather grease mixed with beeswax is all you need. Every now and then I mix in some pine tar to prevent rot. A rag and water is all I use for cleaning. I do t about once a week at least depending on the weather.

[@soccovitch]

I remember the Obenauf give a way video...wow that was a bit ago. I remember because I never received it....but I have since gone through two bottles of the oil. That stuff is amazing and it smells so good!

[@papageek7803]

Thanks Cody,good info here,made me think about putting together a leather care kit since we are getting our own "modern homesteading" dream going and will be getting lots of leather goods from my boots to tool covers and whatnot. GI Joes takes me back being a mossback originally from Washington state and now living down in Arkansas.

[@jeremydufour4138]

I appreciate your videos. You’ve taught me a thing or two, especially on tool maintenance. Thank you.

[@brian70Cuda]

Thank you Cody, I use Obenauf's too on my boots, with mixed results. Have not found better yet still looking. I used to use Sno-seal and I liked it.

[@badjaeaux]

Grandad's rifle sling deserves its own glass case and plaque, let's build a cool one

[@gammalight1312]

It's been an early winter in Colorado but we've been blessed with gorgeous weather in between

[@catreader9733]

We used Sno Seal on ski boots when I was a child, back when the boots for downhill skiing were leather, so I continued to use it on my cross-country shoes and on all leather exposed to winter weather. As a rush hack when there wasn't an extra warm area to warm up the leather, I used a portable hair dryer after applying the Sno Seal, to help soak it in (would have usedca heat gun on low heat if I had one). We used neat's foot oil on leather used in sports.

[@scottybobatv]

Cant beat leather, just in the process of making my father a leather tobacco pouch and i love working with it. Theres about 8hours work into it so far and cant wait to give it to him. Great video👍

[@mtb6816]

I've lost count of how much money I've spent after watching your videos. I have to say though that I love my Nicks boots and only use Obenauf's products to keep them looking new and fresh. Thanks for all of the wonderful videos you have created for us.

[@mikehood66]

You should try mink oil. It works really well for weatherproofing. It does need to be reapplied about once a week if you are working out in the wet constantly

[@davidbarron8706]

Recently just found this channel. I am hooked and enjoy all the content so far. Thanks alot!

[@armedpartisan]

Glycerin from a Drug Store. Usually, it's made out of vegetables, but it's a super-effective, 100% natural moisturizer, and does a fine job on old leather goods, like holsters. Put it on and let it dry before sealing with beeswax or Obenauf's.

[@benzmansl65amg]

Love my filson saddle leather belt. Thanks for the tips on how to keep her clean.

[@infinityphotorob]

I found Obenauf's and really like the smell. I can't believe how much it softens up leather. I have always been a snowseal guy. It works great on my boots but it stinks! Smells like petrolium stuff. So when I needed to do work on some motorcycle gear I didn't want the stink. Obenauf's smells nice. And it feels great on my hands. Felt slightly sticky at first but seems to have soaked in all the way after a bit. So far I have done jacket, boots gloves and a few sets of shoes. I am doing another jacket with it next.

[@1djtraxx]

The opening title of this video said “modern homesteasing”

[@warrenmichael918]

i think it was a TEASE lol

[@chuckswayzee]

Been using Obenauf's for about 4 years now, thanks to you telling us about it.

[@Traderjoe]

Years ago I remember you recommended the Obenhaufs and even applying it to your lips and I got some and I still have the original can and recommended it to friends and they like it too. I use it and a few other products too. I always wipe down with a wet rag whatever I am going to apply it to the next day and this way when I start, the leather is already as dust free as possible.

[@TSGEnt]

Weather is has gone from 22˚ to 80˚ in one day. Central Texas just can't make predictable weather!

[@PAD058]

'Ballistol Oil' is also very good to treat leather items with as it keeps the leather supple and does not leave a residue over time as some other heavier waxes or polishes do.

[@badjaeaux]

Thank you Obenauf's for being real generous 🎄🎅🦌☃️

[@stevecappella7358]

I think your grandfather was right. Cold feet ends your day pretty quickly...and the "cold shoulder"?...well, that one usually comes with an upset wife, and we all know, we don't want that. You know what "they" say. Happy wife, happy life. I like your suggestions, I watch many of your videos to get ideas I may not have. Like you, I have to thank my late father, grandfather and other elders. I've learned a lot from them. The greatest loss when they pass away is all their acquired knowledge as well as their company. So thanks for sharing what you have learned. I use Obenauf's as well, but I'm always open for suggestions. Have a happy Thanksgiving.

[@SG-jo9mk]

I bought that stuff a while back when you showed how to treat boots. It is great!

[@marcussandberg3928]

I have been using Hubbards shoe grease on my work boots lately. I got it from BI-MART after using some my uncle had. But also use a few others mostly mink oil and saddle soap.

[@jtrepal7614]

Cody, I've always known the smaller knife in a set to be the caping knife used for detail work when skinning the skull to have it mounted. Great work and God bless

[@flashpointbravo]

I make leather gear by hand. Knife sheaths, notebooks covers, belts, holsters, axe head covers, rifle stock cartridge carriers, wallets, purses, police duty gear, slings, earrings…. Just about everything. I’ve used obenaufs for longer than I’ve made things from leather.

[@iamjmann]

Cody I was just waiting for you to spill the oil. :p Great video. I grew up on a ranch and leather care was a weekly task. It was very therapeutic.

[@Kurogane_666]

I have a Swedish axe I 2as looking at reconditioning, thanks for the idea and tips, I think I'll get a kiwi kit and try my luck lol, might use some recoloring paste too, just to get it to pop back to life, that small forest axe goes everywhere with me

[@ratroddiesels1981]

we enjoyed your tutorial on leather care . obenaufs is a good product . we remember the good old days when there were many cobblers about , there;s nothing more comfortable than a nice pair of shined broken in leather shoes . thanks for your insight . blessings to your family.

[@chiefof]

I follow your channel on my Apple iPad, not a laptop. As a result, I cannot access my members’ only content since it is not supported on IOS. Disappointing but I still keep up my membership to help the channel. Keep on providing the best content available on KZbin.

[@stevebosun7410]

Hi Cody, don't forget the edges of the leather!

[@combatgirl38]

Thank you for sharing your love for the beautiful natural things in life. Though I'm not 'a guy' I do wear combat boots-vintage jump boots to be specific-every single day. The only thing better than vintage and antique boots is being barefoot, which I try to be as often as humanly possible. Nothing beats bare toes buried in the earth!! I live in Minneapolis and have worked on the loading dock at the Star Tribune for exactly a year now. The damage done to the leather of my boots in just 6-8 months was that of Two especially salted Minnesota icy winters! The boots I have been wearing for the past 10 years are later than the Vietnam and earlier I prefer and I've found that I can only get about 14 months of use out of the 'newer' military issued boots before they crack open at the edges of the toes at the eyelet strip. Finding military issued jump boots in my exact size is quite difficult being a female with a size 7-7 1/2 foot. In a man's world that translates to barely pubescent in foot size, so there weren't too many made. The pair that the 26 years of newspaper dust, dirt and truck exhaust completely destroyed had fit like a glove for the first time since I started wearing them 32 years ago. I did Everything I could to stop this the moment I saw that the creases even had Potential to become cracks. I have always maintained my boots well and well before I started the organic skincare company I had, I had researched the best possible ingredients for leather conditioner. I came up with one based upon bees wax that I've been using in a repurposed saddle soap tin. I'd come home every morning around 3 am and brush off my boots thoroughly and massage in my protectant every time. I also switched it up with pure neatsfoot oil. Nothing helped and the cracks turned into gaping holes that will require patches to be repaired. Where have I gone wrong here? The bulk of this time was outside winter so no salt from the streets. I'd greatly appreciate your advice. Thanks for reading!!

[@fratercontenduntocculta8161]

I'm going to use this to restore an old Romanian leather AK sling for use on an SKS rifle. It was date stamped 1972 and is still flexible, but the grain scratches easily. Should work great!

[@clarkjohnson4097]

Thanks for the recommendation to use Obenauf's, I will have to try some!

[@davethevtwinaddict2151]

My ex left me for a man that has a small Hatchet

[@keithbrookshire]

But he knows how to use it.

[@nottom2646]

Just get a new girl with a nice axe

[@davethevtwinaddict2151]

@@keithbrookshire yea right

[@davethevtwinaddict2151]

@JD Lewis he was atleast i lived in O.K for years

[@davethevtwinaddict2151]

@Tzuede Off the Cuff 🤣

[@trevorholland7]

I have my pawpaws old 22 mag belt and holster and his colt 22 mag it’s a nice one I just put saddle soap on it about a month ago

[@thorzyan]

Trevor Holland I'm blessed to own my grandfathers short Springfield 1903 he was issued in WWI as a (16 year old!) tank crewman. Original leather sling, been a couple years since I gave it some love. I'm going to setup a station like this and give it the love and respect it deserves.

[@trevorholland7]

thorzyan my dad has my moms grandfathers 1911 45 colt from the war I will hopefully own one day if it don’t go to my brother

[@Kdog0990]

I feel the same when it comes to my face razors and supply’s a good leather brush makes the biggest difference vs a cheap o made one

[@chrism.7166]

There's a product called "Leather CPR" I found at a saddle repair shop that works great also. If y'all ever get some leather that may seem too far gone, try this before you give up completely.

[@airmojo]

Never heard if Obenaufs... but have used Neatsfoot Oil for various leather applications... also love using Balistol for tools & guns... great for metal, wood, rubber, plastic, leather... lubricates, preserves, and protects... can't seem to ever find anything locally anymore, so I order most stuff from Amazon because there really is no other choice these days !

[@kunu98]

I used dish soap to wash and scrub the grime and dirt off my leather boots, then applied a nice layer of minx oil. Seemed to protect add a nice shine

[@WannabeWoodsman]

Cody What are your thoughts on using a heat gun or hair dryer (just don't tell the missus) to warm the leather and/or oil before and during application?

[@jimvick8397]

I can see where the Oil would be more advantageous than the Heavy LP when trying to work it in around rivets, fittings, and such... I've used heavy LP on all my leather and have found getting the areas around fittings (particularly on my La Sportiva mountaineering boots around the rivets where rot can lead to a catastrophic failure) sufficiently is a bit of a pain... usually I would heat it, glob in on rub it in, reheat it until I was certain I got it good. Heck, I might just do things the way I do on the large areas and just use the oil around the fittings... I just did my sheaths and remember my boots are due...

[@nightprowlerch19]

I use some kind of beeswax on my motorcycle seat. After I got done treating it bees were very interested in my motorcycle it was pretty funny to watch them flying around and land on the seat investigating it.

[@lory2622]

I used to shine my dad’s shoes in the 60’s because... that’s what I had to do to help. I learned about “spit shine” and still use it to this day. Can you imagine a kid being made to shine his dad’s shoes these days? I still use that as a lesson to my clients. Thanks one more time Cody.

[@devinmahoney3777]

How it came about and why there are the way they are. Well put. I also enjoy this train of thought.

[@Sportsfan4life]

I've been using murray's beeswax on my leather products for years it's actually a petroleum-based hair/skin product but it works great at conditioning and protecting leather

[@WisconsinEric]

I have been using Obenhaulf's since 2009. Cabelas recommended it when purchasing German-Made Meindl boots years before Cody was speaking on it. It is the only leather protectant I have used since that time. I highly recommend it.

[@danvondrasek]

I've had the same pair of Chippewah boots since 2008. I dont wear them daily, I wear 50 dollar walmart steel toes primarily, but even when I take care of them, those last 2 to 3 years before the stitching gives out. I oil my gloves usually once every month, unless I was working in the rain, than once a week if its a rainy week, and my belt usually twice a year is enough. I've had this same belt for probably 15 years now too. Im the same way about leather, when it comes to holding things. I have a leather zippo pouch always on my belt, next to the leather sheath holding my multi tool. Sometimes, I will even carry an old leather ammo pouch to hold items I dont want crushed or lost in my pockets...like 22lrs, or my herbal medication and a small pipe with a bic. I will always choose leather, wood, and metal-over plastic, nylon, and fiberglass.

[@greggswanson58]

I remember my dad taking care of his Red Wing boots every weekend after working on construction sites all week. I took that same care with my Army boots when we still had the black leather ones.

[@cccalhoun]

I like to lightly oil or polish the leather then rub Sno Seal on it and stick it in front of an open oven on low or a fireplace for a few mins to melt it and let the leather soak it in. Finish with a brush. Wearing the same boots every day for 12 years now, and my hunting knife sheath was made in 1970.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

I've been using Bick 4 Leather Conditioner on western boots. Good stuff.

[@davidharris8797]

Lifted_Above I like it not sure it’s the best but seems good so far

[@-boi9907]

I got some of this and it did wonders for my baseball gloves

[@chrishenning8829]

Red Wing leather cream will restore dry leather without really darkening it or adding shine. Its outstanding!

[@mrtank1967]

Well up here in Ottawa Ontario Canada I love and respect you and your channel God bless you and your family.

[@podpond8736]

Cold shoulder is something you get from the wife or girlfriend when you go out fishing or hunting without permission.... its much worse then a wet foot.

[@peytonhastreiter6866]

At 9:25 I have that exact same pixie knife but a box of 10 as a kitchen set.

[@DH-ry2ho]

Good to be a WS member! Obenouf is where it is at! Warming things up ahead of time is a good tip! Thx as always for the great content!

[@SamuelMcCunemusic]

I got my locktite bottle! Love the video Cody thanks for sharing. I'm going to go oil my boots and belt...

[@MeldinX2]

Amazing it makes the belt look brand new. :O

[@31Corcoran]

Can you do a video on wood stoves for people interested in starting a home in the near future. What to look for and ideas on a set up

[@clintonminer7636]

Great video and great reminder. I’ll pull out my leather this week

[@pughconsulting]

I have 2 cans of sno seal on my workbench. That and neatsfoot oil is all I've ever used.

[@Zip_kong]

if temperature is a factor wouldn't it of been better to film in the wood shop?

[@robertstetson4077]

I definitely is getting colder in South East Texas it got in to the high 40s this morning

[@imnotlostimexploring5537]

Wow I wish I knew about taking care of leather years ago thank you

[@racerx9223]

I think the cold shoulder thing is when snow sticks, melts and absorbs as snow falls if your out in it long..

[@dylansaxton6495]

I have the exact sling on my great grandads 1915 30-40 Kraig, my great grandad brought it back from Europe from WW1 in 1918 and it’s been in the family ever since my great grandad, grandad, and now me have been hunting with it since 1918. It still knocks out whitetail like nothing else. Recent the strap started cracking and I’m really upset. I’m hoping to find an identical one here soon!

[@parkerfetters7588]

I was always under the impression that the soles on your boots had compressed after a year and that you should have them resoled or get new ones so that you aren’t shock loading your feet

[@brycejohnson2925]

Awesome video my grandpa just gave me a brand new pair of redhead boots, and I’ve been wondering on how to clean the boots, and how to take good care of them. So thank you for this video I found it very helpful!

[@MrDavidlfields]

Oil my Red Wings every couple weeks and do a full clean and restore about twice a year. Take care of you leather and it can last you for decades if not generations.

[@jolkraeremeark6949]

Hey, David, do you do the insides like W mentioned?

[@chrishenning8829]

I put a thin layer of mink oil on the insole of my iron rangers maybe once every 4 months.

[@MrDavidlfields]

Jolkrae Remeark not normally. When the boots get properly washed I’ll oil the inside of the tongue but the insoles are normally a man-made material that shouldn’t be oiled. Just the leather gets the oils.

[@MrDavidlfields]

keith moore agreed. Neatsfoot and Mink oil are both less than ideal. I know Red Wing oil is a mineral oil base. Their Leather conditioner is really nice. I’ve had good luck with Lexol also. If sole came off I’d look to have it restitched. The uppers are most likely worth it if it’s a good boot.

[@trevorholland7]

Now a days we go threw a pair of boots every 6 months to a year but nothing wrong with keeping a nice black leather pair of shoes or boots shined up for being formal if you have too

[@MrWATCHthisWAY]

Good stuff!! Like your granddad and my dad said; take care of all your tools and your tools will take care of you!!

[@simplemanduke7128]

An overlooked maintenance item. Thank you Cody

[@MrVegaslive]

I still have a good amount of doc martens wonder balm left in a can. Sits on a small table next to the recliner in the living room. Works great for me. Pretty greasy, goes on just fine. No need to cook some firewood in a barrel...Not freezing here in Vegas though. Snoseal is da balm. They still make it.

[@leobismarck]

Hi Cody! Thanks for the insightful content you're putting out, keep it up! :) I wanted to ask you something real quick: I see that your axes/hatchets are well broken in and have been used a lot. I also appreciate the extensive maintenance you've put in them. However I see no obvious marks of overstriking, so the handle getting damaged right beneath the head. Would you say that this is just a matter of practice and experience or is there a special technique to make sure the good old Gränsfors doesn't get hurt? I prefer to use them without a metal/leather protection around the handle there (watched your videos on that). Thanks again and all the best from Germany. Leo

[@tjenahoj]

I am not wranglerstar, but I would wager most of wranglerstars axes are "felling axes" used for chopping down, felling trees. On a woodsplitter axe, the risk of a bad hit I would say is much higher and have potentially much more damage to the handle too. So personal recommendation would be use perhaps 2 axes (one treefeller axe, one woodsplitter axe) and maybe have a guard on the woodsplitter axe only. I personally have guards on almost all my axes, I see no shame in it.

[@russellminetree5326]

I just ordered some Obenaufs!

[@gregorybarnett4078]

Who made your belt? Thank you.

[@denislostinlondon199]

Saddle Soap, Kiwi and Meltonian are brands I remember from the 1960s onward in the UK. I suspect that lanolin is another ingredient in your favorite leather treatments.

[@blessedcajun]

A cold shoulder refers to adhesive capsulitis or what is more commonly called "frozen shoulder". It hurts like heck which causes you to limit the range of motion which further causes it to get stiff which further causes you to limit the range of motion which....well you get the idea. Good news is that usually it's self-limiting and will eventually go away. Catching up on your vids. Hope all is well.

[@tonyhemingway7980]

I thought that I was being uptown when I started using a butane fireplace lighter. Your torch is on a higher level.

[@cameronhagins8495]

Please do a video on taking care of your Wildland boots! I could use the advice!

[@steverutherfordlaughlinhs3196]

I make my own both fix'n wax and a more liquid oil protectant using: beeswax, oil: olive or coconut, shea butter, cocoa butter and tea tree oil. The amount of oil to beeswax ratio determines the consistency.