How do I use Proofide

Proofide is a leather treatment, or conditioner. It is intended to replenish the oils that dry out of leather over time.

To treat a saddle we take a small bit of Proofide and rub it into the leather with our fingers. Vigorous rubbing with thumb or heel of hand will help break in the saddle. We let the saddle sit for a few hours so the treatment can soak in. There will be a dusty residue to buff off and you are ready to go.

Too much leather conditioner will over moisten the saddle and could lead to the saddle loosing its shape. Too much conditioer will bleed out and bring the leather dye with it.

The leather of a Brooks saddle is under tension all of the time. When it comes to leather care, tension is the difference between a Brooks saddle and boots, equestrian equipment, car seats, etc. That's why oily conditioners are not recommended. If the fibers of the leather get too moist they can stretch with the tension.