Originally Posted by
martianone
Not sure about your ROI on this? Try loosening the adjustment nut so the saddle and frame are loose, the spray saddle and frame with WD-40, next hang it up a couple days to dry. Next, wipe it down well, then wait a couple more days - finally start working proof hide into the saddle top and bottom with your fingers, letting the saddle sit a couple days between applications. Soon it should be nearer "normal".
I once read a thread on a forum where a guy had a similar problem with his brooks
he soaked the saddle in warm water several times so that the leather became soft. He then used cable ties to reshape the wings and let it dry completely over several days. He then removed the cable ties and took the saddle to a shoe shop/shoe repair shop and they buffed and polished the saddle. He then applied some dubin to protect the leather
Another plan, IMO more sensible, time saving and guaranteed to provide a finished usable saddle in excellent condition not oozing oils, would be to buy a new Brooks leather saddle of your choice and return the worn out saddle to the coop. Unless your time is worth nothing and/or you like "projects" with iffy chances of success.