Rawhide Brain-Tanning Kit
Traditional ‘Brain Tanning’ is a sophisticated application of organic chemistry. Every animal (except the emu) has enough brain matter to tan its own hide.
The Kit
- Bone Scraper: For removing hair and flesh.
- Brain Paste: The lecithin and fats in the brain act as a natural emulsifier, lubricating the hide fibers.
- Smoking Hearth: Using Fuel of the Prairie to set the tan and make it waterproof.
Cultural Significance
Brain-tanned leather is breathable, soft, and durable—qualities that modern industrial chrome-tanning cannot replicate.