In a message dated 12/27/03 1:43:42 PM Pacific Standard Time,
jtperry@worldnet.att.net writes:
> Oil first, then tap w/ ball of ball peen hammer. Or you WILL crack her.
> Start w/ light taps and as she "breaks in" increase force. But never wail
> on
> her. A good half hour will do wonders. Double time if she is still
> recalcitrant.
>
Definitely never hammer on a dry saddle! Less than 3 minutes should do the trick, even under a minute is usually plenty. Cover with a towel or rag to keep from marking the leather. This also speeds the break in of plastic base saddles.
I always used to do this in the back of the shop where the customers couldn't
see!
Stevan Thomas
Alameda, CA