Richter Knives Episode #48 LEATHER SLIP UPKEEP

[@floydmorrison2025]

LOL @ "it's not a science of rockets"... I'm gonna have to steal that one from you, man! Add it to my vernacular, like. Texas humor is the best humor! I recently had to attend a fancy ass formal dinner for a charity organization that I do work for, so in preparation for the event, I pulled out my best suit & shoes (unworn for over a year) from the closet. When I opened up the shoebox, to my absolute horror, the $1k+ Italian leather shoes were covered in mildew spots & mold! I got the mildew off with a stiff plastic brush, and then gave them a coat of Mink Oil, followed up with a brisk horse hair brushing. Those babies were looking chef's kiss perfect after that. Richter speaks the truth...take care of your leathers, peoples! 🙏 🙌

[@richterknives]

Preach!

[@Sanctified_Leather]

😂👍

[@jamesstraub4981]

Thanks, that song is gonna be stuck in my head all day. LOL

[@richterknives]

🤣🤣🤣 you’re welcome

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

Nice job brother nice demonstration!!!!! 😊

[@richterknives]

Thanks buddy

[@oferbechor1579]

Thank you very much, you are very talented, you have very beautiful works, especially the cream-colored one with your full name on it the ornamentics are very nostalgic for me 🌲

[@richterknives]

Thanks

[@kal0Blades]

Super excited for this beauty!!!

[@ericasedc]

I have been so excited for this!!!

[@richterknives]

I hope you like it 👍

[@WVKNIFEGUY]

AMAZING QUALITY!!! They all look great buddy. I'd have a really hard time picking a fave. I love the vertical RICHTER on the one and I love the deeper brown on the other. No matter which way ya go, that knife is gonna be riding in style!! Great video. Keep it up buddy

[@richterknives]

Thanks!

[@RandysWSG]

Great demonstration. Very handy!

[@richterknives]

Thank ya!

[@mikecurtis2585]

Very nice great video! I use mink oil on most of my leather!! Have a great weekend 👍

[@richterknives]

You have a great weekend too! Thanks for watching

[@jeremyspaulding7735]

Some cool options for leather care. Great video 👍

[@richterknives]

Jeremy thanks for watching buddy

[@valindarogers6941]

Excellent

[@richterknives]

Thanks!

[@jackasswhiskyandpintobeans9344]

0:36 Keep up with leatherworking. Looks very nice. You created art.

[@richterknives]

Thank u

[@donc5220]

I think i need a horse hair brush now.. Ive been using non scratch scotch brite for mine. Very cool beans man.

[@richterknives]

Definitely

[@Sanctified_Leather]

I love the Finish / Golden Mink Oil Grain Slip and the darker one on your OG R Slip. Personally the OG style is my #1 then #2 is the Grain style one with that shape on that particular slip. P.S. ....... That Lynch Leather Slip is gonna look really good Worn in, perfect for a Pocket Worn Case 😃👍

[@richterknives]

👊😎

[@rhino5419]

Hello There. Seen your work on Pete The Jersey knife guys channel. Thought I would come over for a look. Glad I did. Watched a few videos and have subscribed. All the very best.

[@richterknives]

Thanks for the sub!!! Welcome to the jungle! 👊

[@J.O.VenturesOutdoors]

I've been wanting to watch this video. Thanks so much! I've been using Fiebing's Sheen (liquid) for quite a while now and of course Tokonole for burnishing the edges. That's worked great for me to put a nice shine on products. But, I'd like to try some of these suggestions as well. The horse hair brush I had not thought of before....BTW, I agree I think that darn cat put a nice look on that slip!! 😀Take care my friend!!

[@richterknives]

I’ve got some sheen as well but hardly use it. Lol the cat situation stressed me out haha 😂

[@Sanctified_Leather]

Gorgeous Slip even with the Cat Nip marks. Thank you for the Amazing video and information on treating / Caring for Our Leather slips. Reminds of my dad Shinning / Buffing his Leather work boots. What do you think of a Product called SnowSeal for Leather ? You really are producing some amazing Leather.The Grain style Slips is where its at for me, You are Gifted for sure in doing these Leather slips / Leather work !!! .May the Lord Bless your weekend Richter 🙏👍

[@richterknives]

Thanks! Appreciate the kind words. I’m not familiar with the snow seal

[@desertratedc9596]

😂 i love how many people want to preach to me how mink oil isnt so great for treating my leather slips but your using it and people seem to really like your slips. I dont know, I am just treating my leather slips how my grandfather taught me how to car for my leather boots, sheaths and holsters.

[@richterknives]

👍

[@puzzlering1]

Hi, I just found your great channel and have subscribed, thank you for a very informative and interesting video, you showed a lot of great products there and you explained how to use them very well. I love the style and patterns of your slips, I also make leather slips as a hobby, can you explain how achieved the saw cut pattern as it is fantastic. I will research the products you mentioned to see if I can purchase them here in the UK. Thank you again and I definitely work through your back catalog of videos in due course Take care Sam

[@richterknives]

Thanks for the sub!!! Awesome. I just cut lines in the leather. That’s it. No fancy magic

[@jackasswhiskyandpintobeans9344]

The only criticism I have is, I don't see your Maker Mark. You need a Maker Mark and also "Made in USA".

[@richterknives]

My stamp broke. I’m designing a new one now

[@ElCapAddict]

Great information, the Bick’s product is great that it doesn’t darken it. Is there any difference in golden mink oil and regular? Your daughter picked out an awesome knife. Thanks for the video Richter.

[@richterknives]

Thanks for the feedback. I’m not sure in the golden vs regular….she did pick out a cool little knife didn’t she??

[@jjm6187]

How do you get the cut edges to be so smooth and seemingly sealed?

[@richterknives]

I slick them with tokonol and a slicker after sanding. Look up how to slick edges on leather on KZbin. It’s easy

[@dannyparrish724]

Bought a case slimline trapper. 4 1/8 inch closed. Could you recommend where to purchase a slip “with” a pocket clip? Thanks

[@richterknives]

Lynch Leather makes an awesome clip slip.

[@dannyparrish724]

@@richterknives Thank you!

[@SpecialEd_59]

Got it!

[@richterknives]

Sweet

[@acartersmith]

Great video thoroughly enjoyed it! Entertaining and informative as always! I love the mink oil finish. What is the difference between using mink oil or saddle soap? Is the mink oil better?

[@richterknives]

Saddle soap is a cleaner and conditioner. The mink oil is my go to.

[@acartersmith]

@@richterknives thank you my friend. Next time I will try the mink oil! Will the golden mink oil be OK on different colored dyed leathers?

[@allenmcdonald1652]

Hey Michael I’m looking for a leather slip for a medium stockman (3.5 inches) and I would love to order one from you. Can you direct me on how your order process works?

[@richterknives]

richter_knives on Instagram. Just DM me

[@williams.1130]

How come you dont have a link to buy them? Cmon man i want them! Dont be a tease

[@richterknives]

Just DM me on Instagram. 👍

[@rob10ring]

How about rubbing in Obenauf’s? It smells like honey.

[@richterknives]

Never heard of it.

[@jackasswhiskyandpintobeans9344]

Too bad that Kiwi brush is made in China. Why can't we make horsehair brushes in the US?

[@richterknives]

Agreed. I didn’t notice that. I usually pay attention to stuff like that