Smoothing Creases in Shell Cordovan | The Tools Deer Bones

[@liljuanito123]

Ok so I wasn't going about the deerbone the wrong way. I was scratching my shoes more than helping so I stopped using it. Got it from hanger project like 7 years ago. It's in a bag somewhere. No one ever mentioned this and thought I was the only one.

[@muzamalgujjar0013]

Elegant shoes

[@muzamalgujjar0013]

Good job

[@anangelshero0410]

I have a deer bone and sleeking bone. I agree with you on the deer bone, and would add that purchasing one online, even from reputable vendors, is hit or miss because it's a natural product. The sleeking bone is more versatile than the deer bone, achieves the same result, and doesn't seem to require the same maintenance. I've used the _"pointy"_ section along the welt as well as the rounded end (opposite side) on deep abrasions with good results. I was unsuccessful finding an ebony stick, and haven't considered (until now) a burnishing dowel. Lastly, I am experimenting with a Gua Sha Muscle Scraper tool made out of stainless steel. Similar to the spoon it provides a very smooth (non-porous) edge to reset abrasions. The reason I use it is two-fold. First, a spoon, if you're not diligent can scratch the cordovan. The second reason is a part of the process regardless of tool is generating heat which steel dissipates more quickly, than say bone or wood, the scraper is thicker and seems to retain heat longer than spoon. The scraper tool is an experiment because I saw a comment that intrigued me and response that irritated me. The OP asked if anyone else used it and someone replied why would you use anything but a tool specifically designed (i.e. deer bone). Basically, my belief is that you build a tool box of tools to maintain your investment in shoes.

[@Shellvedge]

Yeah for sure it’s not a one sized fits all approach. Some may be more effective for one thing and others for other techniques. The goal is to smooth the leather and that’s what burnishing, folders and sleeking tools are meant to do. It all makes sense.

[@anangelshero0410]

@@Shellvedge since watching your video I took a hard look at both my sleeking and deer bone. I am experimenting with polishing them both. I think the biggest difference in the ebony stick and these other tools is the level of detail in crafting. It would be great if everyone took the time to hone these tools prior to selling them but would also significantly increase their price.

[@Shellvedge]

@@anangelshero0410 yeah 100%. It’s like anything else, some may enjoy audiophile type headphones with immersive sound and are willing to spend the $1000+ for them. Others are fine with $200 AirPods because they still produce great results and are more accessible. It boils down to whether or not these niche products that carry the price are worth it for each individually.

[@anangelshero0410]

@@Shellvedge keep an eye out for me on a Brift H ebony stick.😉 I'm getting a cocobolo to try. I'll keep adding tools where possible. 😁

[@josephprice6617]

Yeah but Macassar OR Gaboon Ebony? Mexican or Nigerian Cocobolo? These are all pertinent questions 😊

[@vincenzocalia6552]

Hi there. I have a question for you, I see that in other videos you use water on cordovan, to hydrate it I'm guessing, as opposed to say a Sapphire Cordovan cream, and I see that you do get water stains on the shell. Can you explain why choose using water and if the stains do just disappear as the shell dries out after the routine? Many thanks. Cheers

[@Shellvedge]

Hey Vincenzo, I use water because it’s a solvent and a very basic cleaning agent. I wouldn’t say it hydrates anything unless you’re drinking the water 😂. It actually dries out leather because it is a solvent. Here’s what I’d do for conditioning a pair of shell cordovan. Care for Shell Cordovan Boots | Conditioning Cordovan Leather kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6rNdGiFmct9ldk

[@Michael-sy4rf]

Have you ever seen shell have small microcreasing? It’s almost as if the gloss is cracking when bent. I made a wallet out of shell cordovan and am noticing a small amount of this when it’s bent! Thanks.

[@Shellvedge]

Yeah there’s a few things that could cause it. They all will sound concerning but it happens. A wallet is self polishing from the oils in your skin and sweat. So just wear it, it won’t fall apart