To my knowledge there is no difference between the tanning of the two hides...It's not really of much consequence I suppose...I think ton you're trying a bit of a storse scam of your own, here in horsehide comparison thread. You wouldn't be selling a Steer as a horse now would you?
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Horween or Shinki- Whose horse is your pick?
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Says Carlos owns no Shinki
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Wrong. Horween is usually a CXL Veg combo while Shinki uses a process that none other use. Using mimosa bark for tanning. Most hides take six months to a year to cure.
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1 Shinki:
2 Shinki:
3 Shinki:
4 Shinki:
and 5 Shinki:
Is that enough Shinki for you?
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1 Shinki:
2 Shinki:
3 Shinki:
4 Shinki:
and 5 Shinki:
Is that enough Shinki for you?
If you’re not a fan of Shinki then why do you own 5?
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I like Shinki, i just don't spend my time trying to convince people it is something it is not.
You do know it's not really made from unicorns?
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Talking about steer vs horse CXL tanning. Shinki we all know is tanned in a completely different way. Didn’t know about mimosa though. Learning new things every day is what keeps me alive.
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I was speaking to CXL steer and horse...
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My pick? CXL for boots, Shiniki for jackets. Not expert. Just to show my preference. Shiniki Jackets x 6, CXL boots x 6+.
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It seems that the answer is going to be quite evident - 'cause Shinki HH is very nice, but not the only one.
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I’ll take my LW in the rain and wear my Mulholland everyday other than that.
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Sir, seriously - it makes no sense to argue with Ton and Carlos about good leathers, 'cause both gentlemen (as many other senior FL members) are very knowledgeable in the subject of discussion, having lots of their own practical experience in this hobby.
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BARTENDER EDIT: Comment deleted. Differences of opinion are welcome in these parts; unpleasant attitudes are not.
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Take a Shinki out in the rain whenever. It’s HH. Just wipe it off when you get home and oil it if necessary
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That jacket is fantastic... from which maker?
Shinki. One week old.
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Freewheelers & Co. Check the blog then leather products
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Cool thanks
