do I oil dry tanned hides before mounting

Submitted by John on 11/9/05 at 2:44 PM. ( hunter@snowsafedb.com ) 210.10.165.194

Hi,
I am not sure whether to oil commercially tanned dry hides after rehydrating and before mounting. If it is necessary what sort of oil should I use. Thanks in advance to anyone who can enlighten me with their knowledge.

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No

This response submitted by Paul on 11/9/05 at 3:28 PM. ( ) 68.39.44.95

Just rehydrate in water with a hand full of salt for about 1/2 to 1 hour, bag and refridgerate over night. Commerical tanned capes and hides are allready oiled.


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