Topic: Rustic leather seat cover.

[natewatkins]

Hey guys, I hope all is well. Getting hot out here in Phoenix.

I have a question on seat covers. I really, really like this look. I am not looking to build a bike with a "brand new" look. I want something scuffed, scratched, grungy. Who cares if the "brass isn't polished" sort of look. Something kinda like this:



What I am looking for is a seat that looks like this. Instead of black (though I would settle for it) I am looking for a rustic leather look. Something that looks worn and been around and about. Does anyone have any ideas? And for something that isn't going to cost the arm and a leg?



Thanks everyone!!

[eideteker]

Keep an eye out at thrift stores, Goodwill, etc. for old worn bomber jackets.  Use the back as the seat cover.  I would also like to say that this sounds awesome and you need to post pics if you do it.   

[The_Crippler]

Shoot    Industrial Cafe a PM, or check out his seat build thread.  You'll see that the end product is very, very close to what you're looking for.

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=56057.0

[natewatkins]

Eideteker, I like the idea of an old bomber jacket. I will have to keep an eye out for that. I would prefer to be a lighter tan color as I can always dye it a little darker to suit my tastes.

Thanks for the link Crippler, I will certainly check it out!

[flybox1]

Nate,
g**gle LEATHER HIDES
tons of sites selling quarter, half and misc. remnant hydes. 
full grain to hair-on depending on your taste 
in all colors you can imagine.

here's one..
http://justleather.com/

[Ricky_Racer]

Used luggage in thrift shops is also an option. I picked up a well-weathered Tumi foldover soft luggage that has enough hi-grade leather to make several seats. I think it was like $6.00...

Some of the buckles also make interesting strap accessories.    RR

[eideteker]

Used luggage in thrift shops is also an option. I picked up a well-weathered Tumi foldover soft luggage that has enough hi-grade leather to make several seats. I think it was like $6.00...

Some of the buckles also make interesting strap accessories.    RR

Nice, very nice. 

[The_Crippler]

Used luggage in thrift shops is also an option. I picked up a well-weathered Tumi foldover soft luggage that has enough hi-grade leather to make several seats. I think it was like $6.00...

Some of the buckles also make interesting strap accessories.    RR

WOW...now that's a good idea.

[Jordan]

Tandy Leather sells antique gel stain works real good making leather look old. 3 or 4 different colors etc. You will need to seal it with an acrylic or some other sealer as it will bleed onto your pants.

[The_Crippler]

You will need to seal it with an acrylic or some other sealer as it will bleed onto your pants.

You know, when I got in trouble, my daddy threatened to tan my ass...now that you put it that way, it doesn't sound like it woulda been that bad.

[Jordan]

no affiliation, I noticed you do not want to spend a lot, but, if you want a one of a kind quality seat visit Leatherworker.net there are a bunch of excellent makers of leather items, one of which makes seats for sucker punch sally's. His work is astounding.