Tell me about exotic skins!

[doreenjoy]

bumpity bump bump

 

[princessCA]

I agree with nathansgirl1908
I have a Brikin Ostrich leather handbag. It is so super durable. I didn't handle it carefully, just throw it one top of the dresser or inside my closet after each use. But it still looks like brand new....

 

[kings_20]

Is there anything you should do to protect ostrich?

 

[Vegas Long Legs]

Not all tanning procedures or businesses are
You might be able to get some skins wet & others will not hold up so well.
Would not get my BV python wet. I'm not taking a chance with it.

I use Bicks 4 on python & ostrich

 

[doreenjoy]

Any advice specifically on python? I've been told not to get it wet but others here say that's not a problem. Will the scales peel off in time?

 

[kings_20]

Just to keep it looking new and from water spots. Can you treat ostrich like any other leather bag?

It's depend from what you want to protect it.

 

[alliemia]

thanks for the info. i just ordered a croc skin bag from a sale, i didn't get it yet, but trying to learn more about care.

 

[mzbag]

I had a pair of Crocodile Loafers they were so comfortable.

The shoe color did fade over time my girlfriend had the same shoe pulled hers new out of the box they were totally faded.

Also, my girlfried left her Crocodile Loafers in the box for about 1 year unworn.

 

[mzbag]

Any advice specifically on python? I've been told not to get it wet but others here say that's not a problem. Will the scales peel off in time?

I have a pair of python boots they are very durable never faded the color and no scales peeling off.

Also, I would think a handbag would be the same durable

 

[babybluegirl]

hi ladies. the thread's old, just wondering how your snakeskin purses are holding up over the years?

 

[finickee]

hi ladies. the thread's old, just wondering how your snakeskin purses are holding up over the years?

They are holding up really well i am very very happy with them.

 

[babybluegirl]

They are holding up really well i am very very happy with them.

do you treat them with anything? like waterproofing, conditioning, etc, etc?

 

[finickee]

do you treat them with anything? like waterproofing, conditioning, etc, etc?

Once in awhile i condition them

 

[lover333]

I have a thing for python, both shoes and bags.

 

[mimoko]

Has any TPFers seen the 'step by step' on how they process croc's skin? I've seen a documentary in S'pore and it's not very pretty pics. The whole process is 'yucky' and the end product is amazing.
Each time I thought of any exotic or non exotic leather, it puts me off buying any in future. I can't forget.....