Pipe pouch repair.

[MrHolmes221b]

I have this old, must be over 20 years old now, leather Ferndown tobacco pouch that I loved. Super soft leather, and was just the right size. The rubber liner has long ago turned to crumbles. I was wondering if anyone knows if/how that liner can be replaced? Thanks in advance for any help.

MrHolmes

 

[didimauw]

Pictures please!

 

[DesertDan]

If you have a boot repair shop in your town you might take it by and see what they suggest.

 

[MrHolmes221b]

Pictures please!

 

[MrHolmes221b]

If you have a boot repair shop in your town you might take it by and see what they suggest.

I thought about that option. I'll see what I can find and give them a shot. Thanks.

 

[RustiePyles CPG]

Yes, it can be repaired. All the stitches will have to be removed and a new latex rubber liner installed and re-stitched by hand. It might cost as much as a new pouch though.

 

[MrHolmes221b]

Yes, it can be repaired. All the stitches will have to be removed and a new latex rubber liner installed and re-stitched by hand. It might cost as much as a new pouch though.

I don't mind doing the work myself, I guess I can just get some latex rubber and give it a go.

 

[daveinlax]

Yes, it can be repaired. All the stitches will have to be removed and a new latex rubber liner installed and re-stitched by hand. It might cost as much as a new pouch though.

Yeah, the repair will probably cost several times the original cost. I’ve got a vintage tartan Dunhill Tobacco pouch that has the soft surgical rubber lining that I gave up on and replaced with a new one that I found on eBay. I just love that soft chamois leather.

 

[warren]

A good shoe repair shop handles much more than shoes. Great suggestion! I've seen some delicate work come out of the boot repair shop I use.

 

[VDL_Piper]

Saddler could do it if you're in rural areas or have one close.

 

[georged]

Since the holes are already there, some waxed thread, a hand needle, a sheet of rubber, and some contact cement (to hold things together while stitching) would do the deed nicely if you're so inclined. No machinery required.

 

[MrHolmes221b]

Since the holes are already there, some waxed thread, a hand needle, a sheet of rubber, and some contact cement (to hold things together while stitching) would do the deed nicely if you're so inclined. No machinery required.

Thats kind of what I was thinking. I was looking at some silicone or nitrile (food grade) sheeting instead of latex, might hold up better. Barge for the contact cement? Might leave too much of a smell...