Originally Posted by
repechage
It does look like it has a "crud" layer on the top surface.
No?
The "special" treated saddles all seem to attract dirt.
I just ran a bit of saddle soap on it, and most of the crud came off. Its a dull finish. The top of the Ideale stamp is a bit worn, so this was used in its day. Obenauf's or Proofhide next