Antique Leather Burnishing Iron - A Restoration Story - Leathercraft Masterclass

A visual story taking you through the restoration of a Victorian era leather burnishing iron. I managed to keep some of the character in the handle, ferrule and head which is something I was focusing on maintaining. There's no point owning a piece of history and wiping out the story of it's journey. These were used to heat the edges of leather to smooth down the fibres and melt in wax to increase comfort, durability and impart a waterproof layer to the edge. I decided against simply replacing the handle with a new one, I wanted to hold onto the same handle that generations of craftsmen before me held. There's something quite nice about that. Sadly these irons are no longer made and I was lucky enough to find a 140 year old example from the late 1800's. Keep your eyes peeled in vintage tool shops and auction sites. Interested in learning more on fine leathercraft techniques both old and new? Visit https://www.leathercraftmasterclass.com and join thousands of global members, already elevating their skills and making the leathergoods they never thought previously possible. Online video courses designed to teach you the techniques and knowledge of fine leathercraft. Unlimited access to every video course when you purchase a plan. Every resource you need in one place, at the click of a button. Learning has never been so convenient! Eliminate confusion. Gain confidence. Master your craft. https://www.leathercraftmasterclass.com 🎁Want a FREE course? 👇Are you new to the Leathercraft Masterclass? 👇To get started, claim your FREE video course (& discover the #1 thing every leathercrafter NEEDS to know). Go now and sign up! The FREE video course (instant access) will be in your inbox in UNDER 60 seconds from now! ⏰📥 👉 https://www.leathercraftmasterclass.c... I'll see you there, Philip Discover how the online courses can help you and your leathercraft: https://www.leathercraftmasterclass.com/ Other useful resources: Follow on Instagram!   / leathercraftmasterclass   Read the Blog! https://www.leathercraftmasterclass.c... Listen to the Podcast! https://www.leathercraftmasterclass.c... Follow on Facebook!   / leathercraftmasterclass   #leathercraftmasterclass #leathertools #burnishing #saddlestitching #handstitching #leatherwork #leathercraft #beginnerleathertools