Distressing Leather....

[elk_chaser1]

I have a small leather pouch that I think would make a dandy traditional possbiles bag. But, it's got a dyed, polished exterior that looks too "nice". So, whats the best way to rough up the leather and make it look old? Thanks!

 

[jethro224]

Let your kid play with it for a while. :haha:

Sandpaper/wire brush.

Rub dirt on it.

Drag it behind the truck.

Just use it a while. It don't take long to dirty 'em up.:wink:

 

[Bountyhunter]

There is nothing quicker to make guns or equipment look used than to use it. Wet it then rub the tar out of it with a wad of burlap.

 

[blacksmithman64]

Ye Olde Drill Motor with ye round Wire Brushe! :haha:

I gotta quit reading old books!

 

[John Wasmuth]

Aye laddy, but be ye sure to go lightly wyth at'der wire brushe! :rotf:

 

[Razz]

E-Z Off Oven Cleaner!
Spray it on, give it a minute, wipe it off and rinse with cold water. If it is not distressd enough apply a second coat. Wear eye protection and rubber gloves!!!It is lye (aka caustic) you only get one set of eyes, don't screw them up.
I have done this to a number of knife sheathes when I make primitive style knives and it works great.