Thread: What the proper way to apply neatsfoot oil?

Um, depends on what you mean by "proper".

To me, proper application would be only as needed and sparingly. General practice is to rub it in with the palm of your hand. A few drops are all that you really need. Allow to dry overnight if possible.

Also, you will probably not need to apply neatsfoot oil to a new strap for some time. Simply rubbing the strap with the palm of your hand will be enough, as the hands have lots of oils that can be rubbed right into the leather. How long between neatsfoot oil applications is hard to say, and depends a great deal on how heavily used the strap is, as well as weather and storage conditions.

Hope that helps