General Care for Leather
Proper care is essential for the life of leather. The surface of the
leather we use has not been sprayed with plastic coatings as in mass
produced products. To protect your investment, the leather has been
treated in the tanning process with a stain repellent. We recommend that
periodically your gear is cleaned with a proper cleaner and treated
with a recommended protector such as Feibing’s Aussie Conditioner. This
regular treatment will ensure the stain repelling properties are
maintained. Natural marks and scars are proudly exhibited and there has
been no attempt to conceal these hallmarks of genuine leather. Quality
leather shows its natural origins in the form of healed scars and
varying surface texture. These natural marks and variations distinguish
true high quality leather from its imitators.
NOTE: There is an
indefinite break in period with all heavy leather. Our products will
achieve their ultimate WARE-ability after several uses.
Heat Sources and Direct Sunlight
Placing
your leather items next to strong heat sources such as fireplaces,
radiators or in direct sunlight can dry out the natural oils in the
leather and cause cracking and stiffening of the leather. The
ultraviolet rays in sunlight will eventually fade most natural products
and leather is no exception. We recommend that all leather items be kept
out of direct sunlight to protect against fading.
Sharp Objects
Should
a sharp object like a buckle or a knife scratch your leather, it may be
possible to disguise the mark with a felt tip pen of similar color.
Test your technique on a swatch or an inconspicuous area first. Surface
scratches on pure leathers often can be rubbed away with your hand.
Leather repair specialists who have the capabilities to repair damages
are readily available in most areas.
Aggressive Cleaning and Strong Rubbing
Gently
wiping is all that the vast majority of spills require. NEVER use
abrasive cleaners, oils, detergents, furniture polish or ammonia on
leather. Remember that prolonged, vigorous rubbing or using a coarse
colored cloth can also damage the surface.
Repairs
We
are leather experts who specialize in handcrafting and repairing heavy
leather goods. Ware recommends that you contact us directly to discuss
returning the product for repair. We reserve the right to charge for
repairs and shipping on products that we believe to have been damaged by
misuse or improper storing or cleaning.
Storage
We
recommend that you not store your leather items in a sealed container of
any kind (i.e. plastic bags, tubs or bins). Leather needs to breathe. A
natural fiber bag or vented trunk is ideal.
Absolute disclaimer of liability
The
purchaser acknowledges that Ware Leather Corporation ("Ware") has no
control of the application, suitability or skills of the end user on any
product that Ware offers. The obligation to use the product responsibly
rests solely on the user and the user assumes full risk of all personal
property and/or injury (including economic, personal injury, and/or
injury resulting to third parties), damage and/or loss direct or
indirect arising from the use, misuse or failure to determine the
appropriate use of any Ware product. No product made by/for Ware is to
be used for safety or institutional applications. All items are sold as
novelty only and Ware makes no warranties as to fitness of purpose other
than for novelty use. Any and all claims, actions, suits or disputes
relating to the sale of, or resulting from the use (appropriate or
otherwise), of Ware products (including without limitation any and all
claims by end users or third parties) are governed exclusively by the
laws of the Province of Ontario in the Country of Canada and are subject
to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario, Canada.
SOLD AS NOVELTY ONLY