Leather Case Cracks

[jacscik]

Been lurking for around for awhile here. I could always find an answer to my questions somewhere, but after searching I haven't seen this comes up.

I have a Flower tribute case. The leather has small cracks around the edges where the leather loops around the rings for the handle.

The dealer says the cracks are surface cracks and that it should not be an issue. They said they will take care of it if it becomes a problem. I could just return it but the look of it doesn't bother me and the rest of the case is perfect. Does anyone know if this is structurally acceptable?

 

[quadrary]

leather cracks

at this time it is stucturally fine but those cracks can start a tear if the appearance doesnt bother you i would recommend rubbing the strap down good with neatsfoot oil to keep the leather form drying out more and to refresh the natural oils in the leather. This normal leather care and if done earlier could have prevented the cracks very possibly. This is not one of my cases but just like any natural substance leather nust be taken care of. I hope this helps.

 

[ridewiththewind]

If this is a JB Flowers Tribute case, email karen@jbideas.com with the pictures so that John can review them and instruct you from there.

Lisa