If your new 7X is the 7 1/8 long oval recently sold, it might arrive in better shape than you expect. Hope that is the case and hope you enjoy it!
It's not. I didn't get one single offer from anyone on here.
I'm going to buy the stuff I need on my way home today. I do have a fair amount of tools and equipment already due to my other hobbies (leatherwork, etc.) so it's not a huge investment. I have nitrile gloves, full face protection, etc. so all I really need is the white gas, an appropriate size container, and a respirator. Have a large backyard away from any flame sources, etc. Already have Pecards, white saddle soap, Lexol, pure neatsfoot oil, and Hydrophane, so I'm all set on protecting the sweat band.
I'll try to post before and after pics once I get it finished. I like a very low crown though, as well as the cattleman crease, so I am sure most will not care for it...but they're not going to wear it so that's ok.
Thanks.