Bickmore 100% Pure Neatsfoot Oil - Leather Conditioner and Wood Finish

I read several reviews saying that this product was rancid, and the stink ruined their leather. Neatsfoot oil is rendered from the leg bones of cattle, and is normally a very stable item if it's kept in a sealed container that blocks sunlight at normal room temperature. If it is allowed to sit open, in contact with air, moisture, high heat, or bacteria, then it will spoil. The bottle I received was NOT rancid. I'm building a guitar stand for my son's recording studio. We could have bought them ready-made cheaper, but they were just MDF junk wood with thin veneer laminations. We sprung for some good mahogany and rock maple, and used hand-cut dovetails for the joinery, with 5 coats of gold shellac, and they are spectacular. To cushion the base rails and notch-board (where guitars will rest), I ordered some nice black veg-tan strips of leather from Tandy. Nice leather, but stiff as a board. I rubbed two liberal coats of the Bickmore neatsfoot oil into the polished side of the strips, letting it soak in for 12 hours after each coat, then wiped off the excess and buffed it with a clean rag. The leather was significantly more supple and soft, and while there was a slight odor from the oil, it was not strong, unpleasant, or rancid in any way. Because the leather was already dyed pure black, I wasn't concerned about the normal darkening you get with this oil. I then applied a coat of Bick 4 (Bickmore's leather conditioner), let it dry for a couple of hours, and then buffed it out. Finally, I worked the strips hard, stretching them back and forth over a doorknob. They are now soft, and can be easily bent and bonded to the inside of the notches to cushion the guitar necks. If you aren't concerned about darkening your leather, this neatsfoot oil is the best stuff I've found to soften, moisturize, and protect stiff leather.

Does the job, no complaints. Will buy again.

The product was received intact and without any damage.It hasn't been used yet. Bickmore's 100% Pure Neatsfoot Oil appears to be a promising product for leather care and potentially as a wood finish. The description highlights its pure composition, free from petroleum distillates, suggesting a natural approach to moisturizing and conditioning leather. The added benefit of natural water repellency is appealing for protecting leather goods from the elements and prolonging their lifespan. However, the noted potential for darkening most leathers is an important consideration that would require a test on an inconspicuous area before widespread application. Being made in the USA adds to the perception of quality. Overall, based on the product description, this neatsfoot oil seems like a reliable option for leather maintenance, with the caveat of potential color change. This review represents my personal opinion and experience with this product. I am not affiliated with the manufacturer or seller, and this review should not be interpreted as an endorsement or professional advice. Any reliance on the information provided is at your own risk.

I tried this on a cognac/tan leather Lucky jacket that I wanted to be a darker brown. It didn’t work great on that. It conditioned but didn’t darken much at all. I think it had something to do with how the leather was already treated. The jacket already had a bit of a sheen to it. But on vegetable tanned leather it worked beautifully. Brought my cherry red clogs down to a beautiful burgundy. The picture shows how one layer looked immediately after application but it dried softer/brighter. It took two thin layers total to achieve this color. I used a q tip to work around the hardware and had no problems. Tip: temperature and humidity fluctuates so if you’re working with pairs, do your layers at the same time to make it more consistent. I separated mine by a day on the first layer and the 2nd took it a little differently—had to work harder to get it even and matching the 2nd. The 2nd layers, done at the same time, went on identically. FYI this stuff stinks.

Great for leather, my aunt has used this for years and all her leather looks brand new!

I grew up using Neatsfoot oil to condition baseball gloves. A few years ago, I bought a bottle of it to soften a leather oven mitt. I'd never used it on wood before, but I have a dark wood table that my cat scratched up a bit. I tried it on the table, and it worked beautifully! It soaked into the scratches and darkened them. It worked better than another brand of wood conditioner that is popular on Amazon. I'm glad I held onto my bottle of Neatsfoot oil. I'll definitely use it on wood items in the future.

Perfect for work boots i treat every pair of work boots I've ever had

I use the Bickmore oil on old dry leather ammo pouches. After several applications they soften to where they're usable and they look good. Good stuff!

Useful for Conditioning leather tack .. particularly straps that are under added stress & can be extra thirsty

un vieux cartable en cuir de+ 60 ans, complètement dessécher à retrouver toute sa souplesse...même la poignée pourtant très épaisse ( 4 couches de cuir ! ). Après un bon nettoyage, une application extérieur et intérieure au pinceau, un massage après absorption et le cuir à retrouver sa souplesse, tout comme une vielle paire de bottes de motocross de 1980 ! produit au top, bien plus efficace que toutes les cires

Got sent in a bubble mailer, got crushed in transit and leaked into said bubble mailer. Amazon really needs to box these. The oil itself is great.

Gutes Öl, was seine Aufgabe gut erfüllt! Es dunkelt allerdings Nähte ein bisschen ab; daher nur 4 Sterne; das knallige Rot ist nun eher Bordeaux-Rot

My old combat boots lapped this stuff up… No poor smell too.. Go for it!