My ? is a pickle solution required.I have instrucions for a pre tan bath that uses 2lbs.salt ,2tbs.lysol and 3 cups white vinegar per gal. water.I'm using Bollmann's tanning cream,and have had good results.I have not used a pickle solution yet. thanks Brett
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No the pickle is not required.... BUT HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Lysol is no longer a recommended. The chemical that was in lysol that made is useable is no longer there.. Check the Search Button and type in lysol, you will find lots of info on why not to use it.
That pre-tan you described sounds very much like a mild Pickle type of solution.
Not knowing you are already using a mild pickle is a perfect argument for the benefit of sending your skins out to be tanned. Your time would be better spent doing what you know best, Taxidermy.
Just wanted to clear up that I'm just a hobbyist tanner.I have only tanned 2 bobcats 1 coyote,1 fox and am working on another fox.thanks for the info guys.
Just wanted to clear up that I'm just a hobbyist tanner.I have only tanned 2 bobcats 1 coyote,1 fox and am working on another fox.thanks for the info guys.
Just wanted to clear up that I'm just a hobbyist tanner.I have only tanned 2 bobcats 1 coyote,1 fox and am working on another fox.thanks for the info guys.
Assumed you were a taxidermist. We all know what assumptions will get you. Good luck!
Should i rinse skin after this pre tan bath
Should i rinse skin after this pre tan bath
Should i rinse skin after this pre tan bath
As has been well pointed out by these pro's...you are already in fact using a mild pickling solution. Vinegar being a weak organic acid aka Acetic and will give a gentle pickling effect. pH is important in any tanning processes and i suggest you get some pH paper and check your pickle solutions, etc. Even when just a hobby..there is always a chance to learn. Take care and best of luck.
Take a minute and look through the archives and I think you'll find the many advantages that become prevelant with a good pickle. But as tha master (Bruce Rittel) has said ,you're already using a mild form of a pickle. Hobbyist or not, so many things can be easily achieved by simple investigation. I think you'll like the results from simply trying a couple little things (safetee-acid). Happy tanning-Jeff*