First Batch of Deer Fat into Tallow

[Christophero]

On the stove in the pot as this is typed. Hoping for some good lube off the fat covered doe I shot last week. Any and all recipes are welcome as I hope to make this for Patch and Conical lube.

 

[TDM]

Cook it slow, low to medium heat, and skim the clear liquid tallow out whenever able. Use a small ladle or deep spoon. The first half of the melting will be the best and cleanest.

Have some mason jars standing by.

 

[jackpine54]

I use it for patch lube. I mix in just enough bees wax to get the consistency I want. Roughly 1/3 bees wax. Straight for winter shooting.

 

[Christophero]

Two 14 Oz jars of strained Deer Tallow. The white jar is cooled as the off color jar has yet to cool fully and turn white. From what I've read online best to keep this in the refrigerator when not in use. Very slick grease. Can see where adding a stiffener to a small extent is helpful for patch and bullet lube. I imagine use it straight as a leather conditioner, eh?

 

[TDM]

Looks great! Good job. Try it.