May 30, 2020 · The same goes for Angelus dyes, which I have used in the past, and are decent color/tone wise but still, spirit heavy. That said, my preference is: Fiebing's Leather Dye (their …

Feb 25, 2023 · I use ROC leather dye from Denmark - https://rocdenmark.com Don't be afraid to try different colors and even mix, dilute with alcohol to tone. Get some basket pipes to try out …

Mar 10, 2025 · since you are seeking advice I would say don’t. Evaluate the pipe. Wipe it down with a dam cloth looking at the grain. Consider leather dye as if you want to darken it …

Feb 2, 2025 · Alcohol soluble dyes and pigments are usually the stains that pipe-makers use. "Fiebing's Leather Dyes" come in many colors and can be easily found from differing sources …

Jan 8, 2025 · I cleaned the exterior adding some dye to the leather to even the color and used some conditioner. I burnished the metal with fine steel wool. A lot of it was probably nickel …

Aug 25, 2021 · To get the shape of the pipe, I use 80,120,180,240 grit sandpaper. Then preparation for staining begins. After 240 grit sandpaper, I apply the first coat of black paint. I …

Jul 16, 2024 · If you don’t like it I would sand it down with some 600 wet or dry paper or scrub it with some 0000 steel wool and acetone. Take it down to bare wood and evaluate it. Might go …

Mar 1, 2025 · I like your stand, the simple unadorned dark leather and brass speaks to me, mind telling me where you got it? Reactions: NM76 , Peifemeschder , LONEwolfPIPER and 16 …

Jan 8, 2025 · The logo is the Scottish Thistle. Thanks Rand. That makes sense. The silver band is actually plated. Not sure silver plate was hallmarked and then stamped sterling. But 1922 is …

Oct 24, 2024 · The second one I like except for the dye. My objections are both personal preferences though. The only thing I see that isn’t is the gap on the stem piece between the …