Hey guys not sure if this is the place to post this but does anyone have a good recipe for a snake tan solution. They have apparently quit making the Rep Tan solution and I have some hides I'd like to soft tan. Any input is appreciated.
I think you can use anti freeze (ethylene Glycol) (sp) but I am not sure how you do it. Might do a search on here to find some info....
If you want a real tan,this is it.
http://www.taxidermyarts.com/p-3055-snakeskin-tanning-kit.aspx
50% denatured alcohol 50% humco glycerin. Tack the skin out on a board and remove ALL the fleshy tissue. Then paint the skin thoroughly 3 times a day for a week. You will have a soft and flexible skin but won't stick to any glues.
this may sound gross but you can tan a snake skin with your own urine. The uric acid does the job. Goggle it.
Urine is probably one of the oldest tanning methods.
Thanks for the responses guys.