Recent content by Desert Fox

Thanks for all the warm welcome and all the good suggestions. I'll try airing it out first, than the charcoal ( that worked once to remove moth ball scent from a shirt). If those don't work I'll try Rick. The smell is definitely in the leather. I hand cleaned the lining myself. Thanks...

:confused: I recently purchased a cool vintage Sears Hercules horsehide civilian A-2. I love this jacket but the leather has an unpleasant chemical smell. I've tried a good quality saddle soap and I've tried Picard's antique leather restoration but the smell continues. Has anyone had a similar...