Water proofing duck coat

[liljozie495]

Any suggestions out there on what people use to give there coats just a hint better of a waterproofing layer? Does scotch guard do much does anyone feel it flares birds? Just want to give my drake coat of 5 years a little extra help it's not leaking bad, I just want to finish this season with it before getting another coat. Any advice helps

[full choke]

I have used Camp Dry in the past. It is kind of like Scotch Guard I guess. It is sold as a waterproofing for tents. I sprayed it on a old Herters parka I have. The parka material in kind of suede-ish on the outside, not smooth like a columbia coat would be. So, I can't really attest to it being shiny. I would say it is not though. It seems to have worked, although I really don't enjoy hunting in rain much and usually pack up and leave if I am in any significant downpour.

[aaronoto]

Give it a fresh DWR treatment with Nikwax or a similar brand.  You can get a wash in or spray on treatment.

[liljozie495]

Awesome thanks guys, I got a can of scotch guard and well here goes nothin haha. 

[wadu1]

I need something as well both my Whitewater shell and my Duck Commander coats both leak like a sieve. I'm going to try the  Nikwax next, I hate to replace my gear when it's only 1 1/2 seasons old.

[Tealer]

Nothing really works. Once the leak I send them too goodwill


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[Song Dog]

I know I will hear S*&% about this but I still use Thompson deck Water sealer.  I soak my jacket and hunting shirts in a five gallon bucket and then hang dry them.  They are odor free in about two days good enough for duck hunting.

[gaddy]

never heard of that little trick Song Dog !! gonna try that. makes sense. No UV problems ??

[Tealer]

I know I will hear S*&% about this but I still use Thompson deck Water sealer.  I soak my jacket and hunting shirts in a five gallon bucket and then hang dry them.  They are odor free in about two days good enough for duck hunting.

It may work but I bet it's pretty toxic.


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[Song Dog]

I firest learned it from an old Outdoor hunting Mag.  Been using it for twenty pluse years.

[NW-GSP]

http://www.thompsonswaterseal.com/mobile/waterproofing-products/cleaners-accessories/waterseal-sport-seal-protection