K Williams
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What black dyes and sealers do you recommend for refinishing brown leather sheaths? Thanks.
As long as the leather does not have a finish on it, Fiebings Black oil dye works well. It can take several coats sometimes to get the depth of color you want. Be aware, black dye is notorious for bleeding, sometimes for a long time. I assume by sealing you mean protective finish. If so, I would recommend a very light coat of Neatsfoot oil to help recover from the drying effects of the dye and then any quality leather finish or conditioner. I use Resolene, RTC, Montana Pitch Blend, Bag coat and others. All offer protection and each has advantages. Not knowing your plans for the sheath I can't make a recommendation but all work fine.
Randy
Fiebings Deglazer does a good job of removing most finishes without damaging the leather. Streaks could be caused by residual finish or inadequate dye coverage. Difficult to tell the difference. Montana Pitch Blend works well for me with items exposed a lot to rain. Just need apply more periodically. I can't say it is waterproof and that is not my goal but it does resist absorption and usually things dry without spotting.
Randy