Well, McElt, what's the purpose? I mean, I understand you'd like it softer, but is it really necessary?

I have several sporrans, both semi-rigid and soft leather. The softer ones are the "Rob Roy" style and are supposed to be droopy. I find the other ones are just fine the way they are and tend to soften some over time, but I don't mind the stiffness.

The one thing that does bug me are the tassels on the front of them. As I walk, it sounds like a column of troops marching...Thrump, thrump, thrump...Sometimes I'll pull them up and tuck them into the top. I'd cut them off altogether but it would leave slits on the front I'd have to cover up.

But I digress. If it isn't a major bother, I'd leave it alone. I'd rather put up with some stiffness than risk staining my kilt with some type of oil or conditioner.

T.