Can Letterman Jackets Be Restored?

Letterman's jackets are made of leather and wool, two of the topmost long-lasting materials on the market. With proper care and cleaning, your letterman's jacket will be wearable for many years.

Prevention is Key

Giving your letterman's jacket the proper care is the start to keeping it in good shape. If you've just purchased it or the leather on your letterman's jacket is still looking good, Letterman-jacket.info suggests you condition and waterproof the leather. LucyAndLolita.com suggest that leather materials, such as jackets, that will be worn outdoors should be treated often with maximum protection treatments.

Keep It Protected

According the LucyAndLolita.com, there are two types of protection products that can be used on leather: rub-on oils and waxes, and spray-on materials. Always perform a spot check in a discreet place on the leather for safety. The heavier oils and waxes must be left on overnight, but provide better and longer lasting protection than spray-ons.

Wearing It Rough

If the leather on your letterman's jacket is beginning to look rough, but has yet to crack or tear away, Letterman-jacket.info suggests mixing mink oil and beeswax and rubbing it into the leather. This not only helps minimize the appearance of cracks and prevents stains, but will also continue to prevent further damage.

Cracked Leather

Letterman-jacket.info suggests using rubber cement to tack cracked or torn edges back onto the sleeves of your letterman's jacket. Rubber cement can be found at grocery and department stores.

Wool to Wear

The wool on your letterman's jacket also needs to be properly maintained. Wool-jackets.com suggests brushing the wool after each wear to remove surface oil and debris. Stains can be removed with spot treatments. Hang your letterman's jacket on a padded hanger and place in a steamed room periodically to prevent and remove wrinkles.

References

• www.letterman-jacket.info
• www.lucyandlolita.com
• www.wool-jackets.com