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Rawhide Brain-Tanning Kit

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.

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