I posted a question on another thread here asking about preserving the finish on antique brass lenses with a thin coat of wax.
I now have another question on preserving very old gear.
I have a set of Waterhouse stops in their leather pouch. If they are from the 19th century the set may be 120-150 years old. The stops are in good shape with little wear. The leather pouch is also in pretty good shape; intact, tight and flexible.
What should I do to keep this leather pouch in good shape? A shores wrangler recommended salad oil (really!) but I can't see myself doing that. What about "Neat's Foot Oil" or a shoe polish or dressing? What do museum curators use?
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