I was tiptoeing around the Lexol issue.
This was the exact stuff I used that first made me aware of the "feeding" problem!
A WWI Sam brown belt that needed a little TLC came my way. It was almost wearable, but I lexolled it following directions. Beginning with one end and working my way along, it seemed to be going OK.
When I went back to do a wipedown with a dry rag, all the stitching broke and I effectively now had a Sam Brown parts kit!
Attempt number two brought ruination to a chinstrap from a WWI American tin hat. No stitching, the leather just flaked away from the surface.
Attempt three (I'm a slow learner!) effectively took care of some old boots- the stitching self destructed, leaving a pile of leather fit for a shoemakers bench, and nothing more.
So, Lexol?
I wouldn't have it in my possession. The stuff should be made illegal.
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