Tschapka

[Naprawiacz]

Straightening.Item condition in the link.https://www.pickelhaubes.com/xf/threads/prussian-uhlan-officer-tschapka.21928/#post-169445

 

[Naprawiacz]

Filling the gaps with glue and ground leather.

 

[Naprawiacz]

The first layer has been applied. This should be done carefully to reduce the need for sanding later.

 

[Bobted]

Wow Looks like a tricky job! Rob

 

[cptbob]

Looks good Wojtek!

 

[Naprawiacz]

Second layer and straightening. Managed to eliminate the side wrinkles. Now it's a technological break until Monday.

 

[Naprawiacz]

I've finished sanding. It took 8 hours. Now it's time to dry and straighten the piece again. Tomorrow, minor touch-ups and shellac application.

 

[Naprawiacz]

The repair wasn't easy. The metal sheeting was removed. I lubricated the leather with sheep fat, which is obtained from sheep hair. Now everything is drying.

 

[John Josef]

Ever since I was young, I have always been interested in how things were and are made. I really enjoy seeing and exploring the methods of old through your interpretation of their techniques.

MFG John Josef

 

[Naprawiacz]

Ever since I was young, I have always been interested in how things were and are made. I really enjoy seeing and exploring the methods of old through your interpretation of their techniques.

MFG John Josef

My maternal ancestor came from Austria and was a court gunsmith at the court of the Polish king Stanisław Poniatowski. His surname was Reimer. Perhaps that's where my fascination with repairs comes from?

 

[Naprawiacz]

The item was painted with several layers of shellac. Then a layer of black paste was applied. It's now drying. The belt still needs repair, but I'm waiting for parts from Klaus Emig.

 

[b.loree]

Excellent work ! The mysterious methods of the restorer!

 

[Khukri]

Excellent job Wojtek!

 

[Naprawiacz]

While waiting for parts for the belt, I decided to find something fun to do.

 

[Naprawiacz]

I have finished the topic. I am still waiting for Kartuschkasten und Paradebandolier für Offiziere derKavallerie
Thank you all for your support and kind words.

 

[Rkinkade]

Well done! These projects are a labor of love and appreciation, and well worth it. I, as you, enjoy the challenge.

Ron