How to Soften a Stiff Tanned Hide (No Breaking Required)

Have a tanned hide that turned out stiffer than you expected? In this video, I show the exact process I use to soften a tanned hide after tanning is complete. Whether you're working with beaver, otter, coyote, bobcat, or other fur-bearing species, these techniques can help improve the feel and flexibility of the leather. I cover: • Sanding the leather side • Rehydrating the hide • Applying stretching oil • Proper drying techniques • How to achieve a softer finished product without manual breaking Many hides are successfully tanned but don't end up as soft as we'd like. This method can help transform a stiff hide into a much softer, more usable finished piece. If you enjoy trapping, hunting, tanning hides, taxidermy, and outdoor skills, consider subscribing to Shuswap Outdoors for more videos. #HideTanning #FurHandling #Trapping #Leatherworking #Taxidermy #Bushcraft #ShuswapOutdoors 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - sanding 04:56 - rehydration 06:31 - oil 09:31 - drying 10:07 - final result