Patches

[royal1]

I've just received my club patch; I want to attach it to my leather jacket but don't want to ruin the waterproofing.
I had toyed with the idea of a glue but don't want to lose the patch if/when the glue wears off.
I can also stitch it on, then, maybe, seal the stitching with a glue.
Your experience will assist my decision-making.
What glue?
Stitching?
Oh yes, and where? I'd considered the shoulder; is there a club format?
Have a great day.
Royal1

[Greenwald]

Check with your local Scuba shop. They have a glue that I have used all the time to secure patches to underwater dry suits (where no stitching is allowed) and they hold up perfectly under significant wear and tear.

I can't remember the last time I had a patch sewed on to one of my jackets. Everything is glued in place, not only on jackets and vests but also fabric satchels, etc.

Good Luck!

[apopj]

Try something like "Seam Sealer" or "Aqua Seal" from you local backpacking shop. This is normally used to seal seams (duh) but it also works as a stitch free attachment method. Also might have them at Dicks or Gander Mountain.....

[gsjay]

Buy a new Aerostich suit and send them the patch for installation during the manufacturing process!

jason

are patches still cool?

[dlearl476]

Buy a new Aerostich suit and send them the patch for installation during the manufacturing process!

jason

are patches still cool?

Why ruin a good patch? :dunno :scratch






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[royal1]

Thanks for your input guys.
I shall try the sealant; consider the location; if all fails maybe make a little flag from it:thumb

[kreinke]

Thanks for your input guys.
I shall try the sealant; consider the location; if all fails maybe make a little flag from it:thumb

There are certain types of hot melt glues available at craft stores that are specifically made for fabric/quilting applications. I've used this stuff for patches with great success.

[rkasal]

Second hot glue or there's another possibility. Sorel boots use bee wax to seal the seams.

[535is]

Try something like "Seam Sealer" or "Aqua Seal" from you local backpacking shop. This is normally used to seal seams (duh) but it also works as a stitch free attachment method. Also might have them at Dicks or Gander Mountain.....
All that is is very dilute rubber cement. Save yourself the extra cost (and inhalation) of a lotta solvent and use rubber cement out of the jar if you're going that route.

I would probably stitch it on over a silicone RTV (to seal the holes) or use RTV to 'glue' it on (don't know if it will stick to the leather surface, though). One last thought: stitch it on and use the seam sealer for the holes, since it will penetrate well to seal them in that application.