This isn't what I was expecting when I clicked on this video. I figured you broke it in naturally by using it. I feel like you just ruined it for no reason. Either way, it's yours, not mine, so do what you will.
I’m not sure I would spend so much money on a Bible and force the wear and tear like you did. It would’ve been nice to see the actual wear over a period of time.
Right? My Cambridge wide margin Goatskin, that I’ve used and notated in every day since I got it last year, hasn’t seen that type of abuse. I was cringing watching that beating 😂
Personally, i think the back looks a lot better. It looks natural. The front looks like it’s been abused, not broken in. Just use it “naturally” for awhile and you’ll get a nice aged look.
@@artistocracydemented? Cmon now, he simply purposely broke in the front cover of his Bible. You act like he used it for a door stop. Demented haha ok bud
Thank you for making this video. I absolutely love the burnished yellow color of the Tuscany, but I was nervous about the leather being too stiff like a lot of calfskin bibles are. My goatskin Allan and Schuyler’s are so soft and supple. And while, as others pointed out, it was an unnatural process, it does show that as the Bible is broken in, will become more supple.
I know some folks struggle with a fast break-in of beautiful Bible leather like that, but I must admit I found it insightful. Very good unique offering from Schuyler. I ended up purchasing another Canterbury in Tuscany and it sure has quite an impact when one first experiences its quality. I like a thicker leather and I can tell from this video and from what I see in person that it will break in beautifully. In March a new printing of the personal size Canterbury will be released and one of the announced colors will be this Tuscany. I think I am going to get one. It will probably be a stunning little Bible. Though I love the KJBs of yore, I have settled on the Canterbury format for most study. My wide margin Canterbury is the marble mahogany calfskin. I have 3 mahogany calfskin and they are very different in look and in texture. All beautiful in their own way. The wide margin though is exceptional with all the varied texture it has and natural look.
From what I can see, you're literally breaking down the glue in between the cover and the liner. The glue was what provided the stiffness. Now you have less connection between the cover and the book block, that literally just reduced the structural robustness of the binding by a lot. I'd just let the cover wear in naturally. I wouldn't try to speed up the wearing of the bible/biding. Very nice video though, still enjoyed it a lot.
Nice. My Tuscany ESV FY went from yellow to a soft burnt orangish color. Back is a smidge lighter orange than front. Still working on breaking it in. Nice feel.
So which do you prefer: Schuyler Goatskin or this calfskin? Can you compare the feel/differences? I kind of like the Tuscany Calfskin, but don’t care for the looks of the Jerusalem Cross without the coloring. Thank you.
High-end Bibles are the only thing people pay a premium for to just abuse it. They would never do this to a leather jacket or a pair of premium dress shoe. 🤦
I’ve watched a lot of Schuyler bible videos since I bought my British tan PSQ about a month ago and this one has got me 😬😱 If you really want a broken in look why not dribble some syrup and ink on the cover and use it to level out a wobbly table for a month or two?
I bought it from a guy off the Facebook group “Buy sell trade everything Bibles” they have not come out with ESV Bibles In Tuscany yet. This was just a promo set I believe. You may be able to find one if you join that Facebook group, they come across there from time to time.
They will be doing pre sale for the ESV Stridon soon. They asked for preference for colors a few days ago. I’m almost positive Tuscany will be a choice. (It’s my choice) I’m eagerly waiting for the presale.
I dont know, now your cover looks like a deflated pancake. I definitely don't think it would look like that with normal daily wear. I have a few Schuylers that I've had for years & even with regular use, they still look brand new. Yikes.
This isn't what I was expecting when I clicked on this video. I figured you broke it in naturally by using it. I feel like you just ruined it for no reason. Either way, it's yours, not mine, so do what you will.
Ruined? What are u even talking about
I’m not sure I would spend so much money on a Bible and force the wear and tear like you did. It would’ve been nice to see the actual wear over a period of time.
Right? My Cambridge wide margin Goatskin, that I’ve used and notated in every day since I got it last year, hasn’t seen that type of abuse. I was cringing watching that beating 😂
Personally, i think the back looks a lot better. It looks natural. The front looks like it’s been abused, not broken in. Just use it “naturally” for awhile and you’ll get a nice aged look.
Why would anyone do this? The leather wears in through normal long term use. This is not the aging process. This is an ugly mess.
I have to admit, I agree with you. Not anytime in normal usage would you be rolling or pinching the cover.
@@ericballi4701 Yes, it is demented!
Agree 100%
@@artistocracydemented? Cmon now, he simply purposely broke in the front cover of his Bible. You act like he used it for a door stop. Demented haha ok bud
You "aged it unnaturallly" and it shows. Why don't you use it and it will start to look aged without abusing it.
Eating popcorn. 😮
Ooooo them fightin' words! haha
thats a good way to split the glue between the leathers rubbing and rolling the cover
No it’s fine. I’ve done it before 😊
I am actually happy this video is out there. I am sure it’s a unnatural patina, however it gives you a idea of how it will age.
Thank you!
Thank you for making this video. I absolutely love the burnished yellow color of the Tuscany, but I was nervous about the leather being too stiff like a lot of calfskin bibles are. My goatskin Allan and Schuyler’s are so soft and supple. And while, as others pointed out, it was an unnatural process, it does show that as the Bible is broken in, will become more supple.
Absolutely love this video! Life can get crazy and we need tough bibles like this! Great review!
I know some folks struggle with a fast break-in of beautiful Bible leather like that, but I must admit I found it insightful. Very good unique offering from Schuyler. I ended up purchasing another Canterbury in Tuscany and it sure has quite an impact when one first experiences its quality. I like a thicker leather and I can tell from this video and from what I see in person that it will break in beautifully. In March a new printing of the personal size Canterbury will be released and one of the announced colors will be this Tuscany. I think I am going to get one. It will probably be a stunning little Bible. Though I love the KJBs of yore, I have settled on the Canterbury format for most study. My wide margin Canterbury is the marble mahogany calfskin. I have 3 mahogany calfskin and they are very different in look and in texture. All beautiful in their own way. The wide margin though is exceptional with all the varied texture it has and natural look.
what a waste of a video. The leather will certainly not look like that after being "broken in".
From what I can see, you're literally breaking down the glue in between the cover and the liner. The glue was what provided the stiffness. Now you have less connection between the cover and the book block, that literally just reduced the structural robustness of the binding by a lot.
I'd just let the cover wear in naturally. I wouldn't try to speed up the wearing of the bible/biding.
Very nice video though, still enjoyed it a lot.
Nice. My Tuscany ESV FY went from yellow to a soft burnt orangish color. Back is a smidge lighter orange than front. Still working on breaking it in. Nice feel.
Thanks for showing the aging process
Ewww. Why would you do that to your Bible.
So which do you prefer: Schuyler Goatskin or this calfskin? Can you compare the feel/differences? I kind of like the Tuscany Calfskin, but don’t care for the looks of the Jerusalem Cross without the coloring. Thank you.
I think I prefer the calfskin. It’s definitely close!! BTW your Bible should be there in a couple days
It kinda looks like the front side is out of shape lol 😅
Lol
High-end Bibles are the only thing people pay a premium for to just abuse it. They would never do this to a leather jacket or a pair of premium dress shoe. 🤦
Nice to see how we can MANHANDLE these bibles without worry .. Pretty cool
I’ve watched a lot of Schuyler bible videos since I bought my British tan PSQ about a month ago and this one has got me 😬😱 If you really want a broken in look why not dribble some syrup and ink on the cover and use it to level out a wobbly table for a month or two?
Alternate title: "How to Beat Your Bible Like it Owes You Money" 😆
That crease didn’t go away by the end of the video lol How’s it holding up now?
Haha good eye. It’s about gone now.
How did you get an ESV in tuscany? I can't find them on their website.
I bought it from a guy off the Facebook group “Buy sell trade everything Bibles” they have not come out with ESV Bibles In Tuscany yet. This was just a promo set I believe. You may be able to find one if you join that Facebook group, they come across there from time to time.
@@SGRBibles The first Tuscany editions were in ESV and KJV. They just sold out of them in ESV, regular and FY.
They will be doing pre sale for the ESV Stridon soon. They asked for preference for colors a few days ago. I’m almost positive Tuscany will be a choice. (It’s my choice) I’m eagerly waiting for the presale.
@@ginamiller6754 thanks for the info!!
I can’t wait for the PSQ ESV as well! Right now my favorite is the two-tone blue/ tan in the ESV PSQ which is out of print
How old are you 10?
🙈
Real cool
I dont know, now your cover looks like a deflated pancake. I definitely don't think it would look like that with normal daily wear. I have a few Schuylers that I've had for years & even with regular use, they still look brand new. Yikes.
Wow that looks terrible.