How to CONDITION Your Work Boots | Nicks Handmade Boots

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    After your boots are clean and dry, it's time to condition them. Conditioning is great for waterproofing boots, adding life to the leather, and general appearance. When you condition your Nicks, you can add years of wear to their lifespan. With the oils and waxes added to the leather, you can be sure your boots will hold up. If you've ever wondered how to make your boots look new again or how do I condition my boots, this video is for you. We use obenauf's heavy duty lp conditioner to waterproof and condition boots. When you invest in Nicks, you've invested in the best. Nicks Boots in Spokane Washington has been making the toughest handmade boots since 1964. As always, if you have additional questions, check out our FAQs below!
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Комментарии • 63

  • @Nordic_Sky
    @Nordic_Sky 3 года назад +23

    As an alternative, I use wax without color on the heel stack and sole edges when the black has faded. Also, the black uppers become dark brown after extensive use and I use a neutral leather conditioner to preserve the "worn" color. It's a super cool look and gives the boots a lot of character.

  • @edward2198
    @edward2198 3 года назад +18

    These videos are extremely relaxing and kind of therapeutic in a way lol

    • @ShaunWells
      @ShaunWells 3 года назад +2

      Understand that if you order customs you're looking at 16-20 weeks when I ordered mine a good two months ago. The try on boots where pretty cool, not the same model or size but they were nice. When I called to talk to the people, the gentleman I talked to was very polite and tried to work me through everything. Timing was not considered and I think it's 16 to 20 weeks from that phone call is when I'm supposed to get my boots. But who knows. Being an oil worker I can't wait to have boots the last me more than a year or two.

    • @nicksboots
      @nicksboots  3 года назад +3

      Glad to hear you're enjoying them!

  • @qsssecurity3598
    @qsssecurity3598 3 года назад +4

    The man himself giving a thorough explanation on how to condition, simple and well done.

  • @frankfranks2308
    @frankfranks2308 2 года назад +4

    I just got my first pair of Nicks and man I am happy so far. They’re neat. Now to see how the wear and last in my career. 20 year plumber going strong

  • @johnready630
    @johnready630 3 года назад +7

    I would like to see one on care for the waxed flesh please.

  • @R.J._Lewis
    @R.J._Lewis 2 года назад +2

    I like to make sure everything is warmed up before I start to condition my boots. I stick my boots in front of a space heater and put my can of Huberd's Shoe Grease in a pot of water on the stove. Between those two things, my boots drink the conditioner in much faster and in greater quantity. Unless I go completely overboard as well, the don't feel greasy or oily afterwards, either.

  • @drgreenthumb808
    @drgreenthumb808 3 года назад +6

    Looking at the toe boxes it looks like these could really benefit from some shoe trees. They help push out the toebox creases during cleaning/treating which is hugely beneficial as these are almost always the first failure points in your boot leather

  • @mattsfirewoodvideos738
    @mattsfirewoodvideos738 3 года назад +4

    I always like and comment to help the algorithm I'm gonna be making a 2 month review of my builder pro towards the end of this month

    • @nicksboots
      @nicksboots  3 года назад +1

      Awww too kind. Looking forward to it!

  • @nicholashosslogan3444
    @nicholashosslogan3444 3 года назад +3

    Already watched it, getting ready to order my first pair of hot shots this coming week

  • @swordfish1120
    @swordfish1120 2 года назад +1

    Nathan do you have a video that talks about when a resole is needed and when a rebuild is needed? Is the decision generally based on a time of use and/or age , visual wear condition or a feeling of break down in the boot?

  • @Theredeemedchild2
    @Theredeemedchild2 3 года назад +1

    Can't wait for my black all rough out builder pros to come in and my all rough out waxed roberts!

  • @richardcorti3921
    @richardcorti3921 3 года назад +1

    Loved that want one on rough out leather

  • @stevenroche9874
    @stevenroche9874 2 года назад +1

    I would condition first with Nicks Leather Oil and follow up with a light coat of Nicks LP. Heat the treated boots with a hairdryer and rub it in thoroughly with your hand while still warm. By the way, use could use edge dressing instead of paste polish. Great video !

  • @joshuapopich5215
    @joshuapopich5215 3 года назад +1

    I love these videos and have a request. I haven’t seen any videos about the wedge worker boot. Can you do a video comparing the wedge worker to the builder pro with the honey sole? I’m a commercial plumber and trying to decide between the 2 boots.

  • @bajamedic
    @bajamedic 2 года назад +1

    Nick’s grease is just rebranded obenauf’s?

  • @timflaherty2731
    @timflaherty2731 Год назад +1

    My boots are roughout lowers and smooth uppers. Anything different I need to do on the roughout part? I have Builder Pro in Walnut.

  • @hinahanta
    @hinahanta 3 года назад +1

    I use Nick's Boot Oil on my leather gun holsters.

    • @nicksboots
      @nicksboots  3 года назад

      Great idea!

    • @hinahanta
      @hinahanta 3 года назад +1

      @@nicksboots It would be cool if you guys made gun holsters.

  • @rickkirkham8701
    @rickkirkham8701 3 года назад

    Saw the video with Will Stelter. Now starting to save up to buy my first pair of Nick's ! :)

    • @nicksboots
      @nicksboots  3 года назад +1

      Awesome! Let us know if you have any questions!

  • @macfamily5693
    @macfamily5693 2 года назад

    Can you create a video on how to clean and condition brown leather look on heel/sole edge to keep the brown/natural look which was original? Thank you.

  • @joshuaricks7882
    @joshuaricks7882 2 месяца назад

    Is this the same way you would condition black wax flesh ? Or would you only use oil?

  • @ThomasSteed
    @ThomasSteed 3 года назад +1

    What about the inside? What's the tricks for keeping inside nice?

    • @MrStreetninja007
      @MrStreetninja007 3 года назад

      Shouldn't be nothing wrong with the inside besides maybe some insole wear

  • @Adscam
    @Adscam 2 года назад +1

    Hi, I have a question about silicone in shoe waxes or oils. I have noticed that now Red Wing Shoe Mink Oil has silicone as well as lanolin. Is there a problem silicone will harm stitching threads? Your advise is much appreciated

    • @stevenroche9874
      @stevenroche9874 2 года назад

      The only problem that I have heard about with silicone is drying out the leather, although if mixed with lanolin, this would not be an issue. Silicone will not adversely affect stitching.

  • @benjaminnorris8051
    @benjaminnorris8051 Год назад

    Hey Nicks, what do I do if the edge of the bottom outsole was originally a natural color

  • @oliversmith1411
    @oliversmith1411 Год назад +1

    Should I oil my heelstack?

    • @Rider.WhiteHorse
      @Rider.WhiteHorse 6 месяцев назад +1

      I do if exposed to water/ snow, it gets dry pretty quick

  • @stephend50
    @stephend50 3 года назад +1

    If your boot's sole is natural, what's the best product for the edging?

    • @nicksboots
      @nicksboots  3 года назад +2

      This product in "Neutral". nicksboots.com/lincoln-stain-wax-shoe-polish/

  • @michaelmurray2592
    @michaelmurray2592 3 года назад

    Nice!!!

  • @kobeljo
    @kobeljo Год назад

    Hi when is first time apply cream on orange predator leather?

  • @vincentthao3497
    @vincentthao3497 Год назад

    How long should I wait after using oil / grease to use shoe polish ?

  • @bowshott007
    @bowshott007 3 года назад

    How do I fix my toe box without a rebuild? I hade some build a few years ago and they keep causing ingrown nails. I have since had my nail removed and don’t want to wait 6 months to get mine rebuilt.

    • @Totemparadox
      @Totemparadox 2 года назад +1

      Sounds like your boots don't fit one bit.

  • @aaronjacks7217
    @aaronjacks7217 3 года назад

    Is it the same cleaning and conditioning process for rough out leather?

  • @JayyBird93
    @JayyBird93 3 года назад

    Just curious is the Lincoln Stain Wax what you guys use when you build them new?

    • @nicksboots
      @nicksboots  3 года назад

      It is not, but good for maintenance.

    • @JayyBird93
      @JayyBird93 3 года назад

      @@nicksboots do you know how the NEUTRAL Lincoln Stain Wax will react with the oak tanned heel stack and midsole? Will it give it that rich color again?

  • @karls5474
    @karls5474 3 года назад

    Does the heavy grease prevent the leather from breathing as well as before, thereby causing your feet to get hotter and sweater?

    • @nicksboots
      @nicksboots  3 года назад +1

      It will just a little.

  • @joshbenalcazar12367
    @joshbenalcazar12367 2 года назад

    How should one care for rough out leathers

    • @SonarWavePulse
      @SonarWavePulse 2 года назад

      Same process. Rough out leathers lose their fuzzyness over time and become more smooth, so you shouldn't ldnt worry about that

  • @kobeljo
    @kobeljo 3 года назад

    Hi how long do you have to wait for boots to be made?

    • @nicksboots
      @nicksboots  3 года назад

      We have some that can ship tomorrow! Reach out if you're looking for something specific!

  • @Brock2357515
    @Brock2357515 Год назад

    1:46 That's what she said

  • @azcrazybull1276
    @azcrazybull1276 2 года назад

    Has anyone used Ballistol on these boots?

    • @Totemparadox
      @Totemparadox 2 года назад

      Ballistol is for guns, not leather.

  • @stuartbritton7408
    @stuartbritton7408 2 года назад

    You haven't finished it off.

    • @stuartbritton7408
      @stuartbritton7408 2 года назад

      Safir shoe cleaning products seem to be recommended by all the high-end shoe companies. I haven't used them, but they swear by them.

    • @Totemparadox
      @Totemparadox 2 года назад

      @@stuartbritton7408 Finished it off? You mean polish?

  • @upgrayddable
    @upgrayddable 3 года назад

    JFC. Put shoe trees in your boots. And stop being scared to use leather dye to restore color to your boots.