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Discussion in 'Deer and Gameheads' started by nys, Nov 10, 2008.

  1. Nov 10, 2008 #1
    nys

    nys Member

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    Just got my first batch of wet tanned deer capes back from my tannery. Problem is they are loaded with cowlicks. I first noticed this problem last year when I sent a few out (usually tan myself). This batch I kept a careful eye on and know these capes had zero cowlicks when they left. Are the wet tan chemicals causing this? Is there a cure besides gels and carding? I would love some feedback from you tannery guys as well. Thanks in advance.
     
  3. Nov 10, 2008 #2
    ElkinsTaxidermy

    ElkinsTaxidermy www.ronelkinstaxidermy.com

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    Re-hydrate them. Should straighten things up.
     

  5. Nov 10, 2008 #3
    Tricia

    Tricia New Member

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    rehydrating a wet tan ??? I would gel it and card the hell out of it. You could wash the cape and see if that makes a difference...doubt it, but maybe worth a try.
     
  6. Nov 10, 2008 #4
    nys

    nys Member

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    Tricia- I'm going to try washing the capes. I'll let you know. I guess I'm wondering if this is normal and to be expected or is it just my tannery. These cowlicks are bad and will certainly affect my finished product.
     
  7. Nov 10, 2008 #5
    weazel

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    here I thought I was the only one that had this problem, but I do my own tanning and I wash the sh#$#%$ out of them is there anything els that could couse this now u got me wondering.