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McKenzie Tan Tanning Kit Instructions
The McKenzie Tan Tanning Kit contains 8 ounces of McKenzie Tan and 8 ounces of McKenzie Ultimate Acid and
instructions for wet-tanning a cape for mounting purposes. The only other items needed to tan with this kit are
non-iodized salt and baking soda, both of which can be found at any grocery store. The kit contains enough tan
and acid to tan two average size Whitetail capes.
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1. After skinning, salt the hide as soon as possible to inhibit the growth of bacteria.
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2. Create a pickle solution with water, salt and McKenzie Ultimate Acid.
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3. Maintain a pH of 1.0-2.0 at all times. pH paper is designed to give accurate readings.
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4. Once pickled for 3 days, remove drain and shave the skin.
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5. After the skin has been neutralized and damp dried, it is ready for the McKenzie Tan.
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6. Brush the McKenzie Tan over the entire flesh side of the skin. Then roll it up and set it aside for 4 to 5 hours so the tan can penetrate.
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7. Wash the skin in cold water then dry it in a towel to remove the excess moisture.
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8. The skin is now tanned and ready for immediate mounting, bagging or freezing for later use.
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