Re: Was the original Raiders jacket lamb or cow !?!

Posted by California Smith from 209.37.101.28 on August 16, 2001 at 13:37:38:

In Reply to: Was the original Raiders jacket lamb or cow !?! posted by belloq on August 16, 2001 at 13:31:56:

: So what is the current opinion/evidence: was the original Raiders jacket constructed of thin lambskin or cowhide? I think whatever it was, it was very thin and "dry" as it takes those arm creases very easily. The Raiders jacket looks like it really has been worn for 20 years. The arm creases (inside elbow area) are outstanding. How do you do that to new leather? Which of the the cow or lamb acheive this look better/quicker? I am hearing different opinions here lately about what the original material was. Thanks,

: belloq

Definitley Lamb. Check IndyGear FAQ. This has never been in dispute.
My lambskin wested is very distressed, with lots of creases. It just takes a lot of time and patiance. I used very fine sandpaper and really took my time. I also took a roll off my mountain bike one time that did wonders, but I would not recommend that. MK has a method with acetone that I was not willing to try, but looks like it works well.

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