K-31 Sling fix

[Buck]

Looking for an easy fix for a dirty sling on my k-31. Intact, but grubby. TIA.

[waksupi]

Looking for an easy fix for a dirty sling on my k-31. Intact, but grubby. TIA.

GEt some saddle soap. follow the instructions. Then, Lexol, or any good shoe dressing will put it right back to new, or better.

[KCSO]

Also unscented vaseline. Smear it on heavy and work it back out and it will bring the krud with it.

[Frank46]

Found some oil by feiblings. Not sure of the spelling. Tried it out on my K-31 sling.
Worked it in and used a rag to work out the crud. My hand were black after. Softened and cleaned up ok. Frank

[StarMetal]

I'm surprised none of you fellows didn't mention good ole Neatsfoot Oil. Great stuff.

Joe

[KCSO]

I have been told too heavy of an application of neatsfoot will weaken the leather. I really don't know as the only thing I have that was regularly neatsfooted is a rifle sling that belonged to my father in law and it is still working after 58 years.
I am currently using Hubard's Shoe Grease, which is like a neatsfoot and vaseline mix. The vaseline trick was given to me by a fellow on the Swiss rifle board and it seems to work real well.

[waksupi]

Another downside of neetsfoot oil is, it will rot stitching.