Using Bag-kote

[Burchtree]

Tried some Bag-Kote on a sheath a bit ago and really liked the finish. I've tried many different things and figured Sandy knew his stuff and gave it a shot.

I have a couple questions regarding its use though -- do you all dilute it? If so, do you just mix it in a little bowl w/ water, then apply with a dauber? How do you go about getting the "insides" of the sheath done?

Thanks a bunch!

[RICK LOWE]

Check on the bottle, but I think BagKote can be diluted with water at 50-50 ratio. You can use it in a spray bottle to put several light coats on. I have taken a completed sheath and poured the mixture into the sheath and then poured back into the bottle. Did that 'cause I forgot to do it before stitching the thing up. Best way is to coat before sewing. A dauber or soft cloth will also work to apply thin coats. I've gone to using TanKote lately and like it as well.
Rick

[Chuck Burrows]

You can add up to 20% water per the instructions....

To get it inside do as Rick said or use a cheap spray bottle........

[Burchtree]

I read that you can dillute it, but is it recommended for sheaths? What are the benefits of dilluting it and do you all do it?

[RICK LOWE]

It works fine on sheaths when diluted and the major benefit in diluting is to save you some money.
Rick

[Chuck Burrows]

I read that you can dillute it, but is it recommended for sheaths?

Yes I use it most of my leather work, sheaths, belts, & holsters

What are the benefits of dilluting it....

Cost is one factor but for me dilution let's it soak into the leather better which gives it a satin finish rather than glossy - to get glossy use a full strength coat or two at the end. I apply in several THIN coats over a few days - letting each coat dry completely before adding the next.

....and do you all do it?

Yes....yes....yes......

[RICK LOWE]

Chuck, how do you compare Bag-Kote with Tan-Kote? I've been using the Tan-Kote undiluted, several light coats and getting the satin or matte finish that I like.
Rick

[Chuck Burrows]

Howdy Rick - I've only used Tan-Kote once many years ago so can't offer an opinion.........