My Alden Indy Boots "REBORN" PART 2
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- Опубликовано: 9 сен 2024
- (PART 2)
Well the time finally came where I had to make a decision. Do I get rid of my favorite most comfortable boots? or try to bring them back from the dead?
I think I made the right decision. Come along with me and let me show you what is possible when it comes to recrafting foot wear. This 2 part video goes through a lot of details explained so you can get a better understanding of what I do for a living. Thanks for watching.
Leather Care
Bick 4
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Bick 1
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Venetian shoe cream
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Saphir Renovation cream
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Tarrago Nano Protector
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Lincoln E-Z cleaner
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Shoe Shine
Saphir Beaute Du Cuir Creme Surfine
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Saphir Beaute Du Cuir Pate De Luxe (wax)
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Saphir Medaille D'Or creme
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Saphir Medaille D'Or Mirror gloss
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Saphir Medaille D'Or Pate De Luxe
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Saphir Amiral High Gloss
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Leather Dye
Fiebing Edge Dressing
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Leather Refinish
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Angelus leather dye
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Fiebing's Leather Dye
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Fiebings Edge Kote
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MISC
Master Cement
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Barge Cement
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It's beautiful seeing a son respecting and loving his father as you do. You honor him and his work 👏
I loved the “customer’s” reaction. Sometimes we have to take care of ourselves so that we can help others. Much respect for you. ❤️
I have been on a Bedo’s Leather binge today and have watched both parts of this Alden reborn and love it all. My favorite part is the history of your dad’s tool and the shop logo.
I was a Shoe dept mgr, in the 70, and 80 sold men's Florsheim, and ladies Florsheim and other good brands. In regards to repairs I befriended my shoe repair guy, he was a SHOE MAKER. What an amazing experience, I would watch him make boots and shoes. Now that I am older I appreciate your videos soo much. Your knife skills are amazing.
Regards, LEM
Ps I'm a car guy.
The boot click at the end is pure gold! Keep going my friend, your videos are keeping thousands relaxed as we try to return to normal in an abnormal world.
I did it! $605 dollars later and I couldn’t be happier. Without a doubt the most comfortable boots I have ever owned. I know it sounds crazy but these goddam things are worth every penny!
My nana was a clicker working from home. She had a marble slab, a leather strop and a clicking knife that you could shave with. She was a very precise and hard working lady.
Steve the shaking has never bothered me but listening to your story as a youngster, you saw a lot of things no child should ever have to witnessed. I'm most likely full of it but with all the bombs going off and young people you knew dying just might have something to do with it! Anyway back to something positive, I know you've been real busy with family and life in general & i've sure missed your videos and damn happy to get to watch to nice long videos back to back, also another stunning job and your boots look amazing..
Wow. In a machine world, this right here is the finest expression of being Human!! Love the craftsmanship & your passion for it ❤
One can only imagine the feeling of slipping on a pair of boot put together with his own hands. Damn good job
I love how you start getting to be giddy in the last 15 minutes of the video! You could tell your excitement and anticipation growing as their completion drew nearer... You the man
Thanks Steve for the shoutout and for showing how you replicate Alden's half lug commando soles. You made it look easy. Truly a master craftsman! Stay safe my friend.
Wow I absolutely love those words "Your worse day might be someone else best day" powerful bru
I watched every second of part 1 and part 2 video of your Alden boots. I'm amazed. Thanks for the entertainment and lessons learned.
Beautiful work! Love hearing stories about your dad too. My dad was a diesel mechanic for over 50 years and he didn't care I was a girl and I cleaned parts and helped with rebuilding engines. I still have my dad and treasure him greatly.
Thank heaven we got a reaction video from you on your boots. We were all on the edge of our chairs.
I think that the way you have overcome your shaking and still manage to do such detailed and amazing work is remarkable. You should be proud of yourself.
This was something i thought to say but you beat me to it.
@Janette Hutton, in certain circumstances, I think that Steves shaking might actually be an advantage. I have noticed that when he's cutting thick leather, the constant "shake" allows a sawing motion or allows the pressure that's on the cutting edge of his knife to vary and allows for a more controlled cut. I worked with a Guy who also had a constant shake from childhood. He was a welder and the Tig welds that he could produce were second to none. His handwriting was practically illegible but his shaking in both hands made his welds the best that I have ever seen or tested. I learned a long time ago that some "disabilities" are actually "pro-abilities" and I am a disabled British War Pensioner.
@@incy55 ditto
Love how your Bedocized Aldens turned out and that you turned out to be such a happy customer!
Willie's leather is the go to guy for resoles for our Redwing boots here in the Philippines. Thanks for sharing your knowledge to him!
I love Willie's channel. I feel like this type of work you do will be one of the last holdouts against automation
Nice that they are straight-laced, the sign of a gentleman.
I wish I could find happiness is a boot like you have.
I am glad you could get the customer reaction at the end…this is great…lol.
You inspired me to repair my ancient sandals. The company went out of business but I love them. I'd send them in but I don't think you do leather sandals. I do love working with my hands but have never done anything like this before. And like you -- I'm going to make patterns of all the pieces so I can make my own once they eventually can no longer be resurrected. Your father would be proud of the man and artisan you have become. Let's continue ...
It feels like if Bob Ross was a shoemaker. Great video!
Once again you prove: it’s all on the details, none too small and worth the effort.
I’m looking forward to see the blue ones… Great work. That feeling when an alden boot fits… priceless.
Sir, I enjoy your videos so much, I would have no problem watching a 90+ minute video! Very educational and worth my time!
Customer reaction is the best part of this video. Beautiful resurrection as usual.
I find that I'm always shakiest when I'm doing something the requires me to be still lol I've always been shaky, even as a young girl. People used to remark about it and that really bothered me.. now people are just amazed I'm able to do such detailed work (painting, drawing, crocheting, embroidery) with my hands shaking like they do.
I watch alot of different eclectic subjects on RUclips and it is amazing when someone shares what they watch and mention Bedo's leatherworks. I always tell them to subscribe next time they are on your channel. Let's continue.....
Thank God you worked on the left shoe also. During your videos, every one showed only the right shoe. I was imagining you hopping around the shop on your right foot.
So cool that you still have them tools from your dad. I have a few myself. I tend not to use them much as they are so worn that I've just put them away and admire them from time to time.
I started drinking coffee at age 7 quit at age 45 due to severe caffeine related headaches .I am now coming up on my fifth year of coffee sobriety and I still shake but it’s more of a habit than “worry “ but definitely not nerves if you get what I’m saying.
Like yourself, I am also an artist, and when we need to draw a bead, we do it definitely better than most.
BTW, whenever you use that tool, it is a direct and higher communication to your Dad ,but his blood continues to live coursing through your veins anyway so 🙂 you can heal the same person. You are just another version of that same person so again he continues to live through you as his father did he. When I miss and want to see my father again I just look in the mirror.
I love all of the "special" features/touches that you put in to your Boots (they need a name) are SWEET! You need to have a Hot Stamp made with your Dad's picture Logo on it, to brand on the bottoms or inside heels with your name (Bedo's). Could become a collectors shoe, just sayin for a friend...And you need to get that picture of your dad registered as a 'Trade Mark' before someone borrows it. Sad but it happens ...Maybe there's viewer on here that could do that for you. What a gift it would be. Love your work.
Great idea to mark his new custom shoe line. : ) Since his "Trade Mark" is a drawing, could he just copyright it by sending it to himself in the mail so it's dated, postmarked and left unopened? A friend of mind did that for the graphic designs he created for his tattoo business. It used to hold up in court.
Oi Ya Walod Bedo.. Man that 4 min mark made me freaking cry in a good way.. Thanks man! Great video as always...
I have been in business as a plumber for 25 years and also refer to myself as "we" when discussing business. Great gob on the boots
Amazing job Steve and you know you're Dad would be so proud of you.
Didn't we just see you refurb these boots last year? Man, you really wear your boots hard! Now don't forget, when your boots are re-made you have to treat them like new boots and allow for a break-in period. 😉
We are never better served than by ourselves.you deserve the nice job.let’s continue
Solid Boots and a totally SOLID GUY! Steve, you bring so much to RUclips not only in shoe/leather restoration but in what it is to be a true Gentleman. Love what you do and who you are…..”Let’s Continue!” 👍🇨🇦
They say, "The Shoemakers Feet are poorly shod" You are going against the trend here. Thanks for another entertaining Vid. Cheers
This is probably going to sound silly, but you filling up that bobbin with the blue thread was one of the most satisfying things I've seen all week.
Was thinking the same thing. I used to do power sewing for a ski apparel mfg. back in the 70's and I was always mesmerized watching the thread fill the bobbin. Seeing his really neat variety of machines and proficiency with them is a real treat too. I doubt there are many cobblers with the sewing skills to take on the many other projects Steve has.
That is the best customer reaction yet! :). Beautiful restoration!
Been watching you for about a year or more now and this is a video where you seem the most relaxed and enjoying yourself. It's probably because you're doing something for you and you know how good these shoes are going to feel when your master hand is finished with this revival shall we say? In any case I just wanted to say you seem very relaxed and certainly enjoying yourself. I've learned quite a bit about the construction of shoes as I view your videos. Thank you and let's continue! :-)
My day was pretty bad. I’m a suburban Baltimore teacher and a student had his second seizure in two weeks in my class. The good news is he survived, but I’m not sure about me. Teaching is tough enough without having to play paramedic. The school continues to do nothing, just ignore it.
Ah man that sucks, hang in there
OLD LEATHER SMITH here, I love the respect U show 2 the memory of your Father. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
My favorite video from your channel. Love the connection with your dad. Just awesome. Thank you for sharing.
I learned a lot from these videos and am impressed with the craftsmanship involved. Steve you did a wonderful job and your patience is to be admired! Fantastic job buddy. Let’s continue!
I've probably watched all your videos. I'm thinking this is on the top 2 list. Thanks Steve. Loved every minutes. God Bless my friend
No es restauración, simplemente es magia.
All these Alden videos have made me want to buy a pair
Holy ka ka Superman, what an awesome job on the boots. Your fathers legacy lives on. Your a great son as he was a great father. Be well, be safe.
Dang it Steve. I’m here having one of my worst days of the year and feeling a heavy weight on my chest and thought I’d come here for some relaxing cobbling and you hit me with those very wise words. 🤯
Nothing fits like a good ol pair of boots! Blue Shell boots are gonna be sweet! Looking forward to seeing them!
It is great to know like myself we love our shoes/boots. Wearing a good comfortable shoe gives me Happy Feet. 😂
Wow! Wow !Wow!such a joy to watch.....my grandfather was a shoe repairer and originally made shoes too...such a satisfying watch 😊😊
The boots look way, way better than new. Absolutely beautiful job !
I love this customer's reaction 😂 Long life to you, Master!!...
Love the shop logo with pic of your dad! Great way to honor him!
The heel click at the end literally made me smile 😃
Steve
You deserve to treat yourself once in a while. Greetings and admiration from the UK
Yep, Steve, you said things could always be worse! You nailed it dead on! 😊😊 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Don't know about anyone else but I could watch you Steve for 5-10,000,000,000 hours would be great with me your awesome Steve take care Love you Brother God Bless you and your Family.
I think you ARE a shoemaker, but you don’t know! Great work!
Gotta say, that's some mighty fine foot modeling!
Definitely some happy hooves right there. You have indeed breathed new life into that pair of boots. Very nice transformation, and you deserve it... as do your hooves.
Great picture of your dad & the story of turning it into your shop’s logo. Can’t wait to see the tattoo man! And of course, your master craftsmen rebuilt of your fave boots was a treat to watch with exception of the missing sole removal😝 keep up the great work, Steve. Gerryg
You're highly skilled and got great character. I got tons of respect for you
Nice...👍.
Your Dad has a look of a young Kirk Douglas...👍.
Lol every time you hit with the hammer, IT’S A LOVE TAP…….
Great work my dad way back when used to make shoes by hand no machines only hand tools and hammers my different types and shoes horns and molds 👍👍it’s so hard to find people like you so keep doing what you do 👍👍caio
I like the side view of your boots. The layers of leather look like wood grain.
The boots look beautiful! And I love the history and the stories. Thanks for sharing with us!
A perfect example of why we should recycle our favourite things- don’t buy new! Find someone with the skills to rebirth them.
Makes me want a pair of Indys more than ever! Top work Steve.
I'm making something for myself watching you make something for yourself and I can feel a shared feeling of happiness! Thank you for your videos!
If there is anyone who deserves a comfortable pair of shoes, it's you Steve! Thanks for letting us watch you take care of yourself - a Steve in a comfortable Bedo's shoe is a hard-working and happy Steve!
35:00 ... it's great that you divulged the raw material cost of the cordovan leather. people wonder why mass produced cordovan leather shoes cost around $1,000. because the cordovan leather (horse hide/horse muscle from the rear end of the horse actually) is so pricey. great videos! loved this series especially!
Best cobbler in the world! God given talent
Bedo, thanks for sharing your family shoe tradition. Can't wait to get my Indy Boots there for some repair.
Love your videos!!! You are one incredibly talented guy!! And if you ever can't restore shoes you could always be a comedian🤣 Loved seeing your absolute joy with your restoration of your very own booties!!!
Watching a machinist that has been handling the 'lay' for piece layout is interesting, there are programmes that do the work for you - but on occasion a smart machinist will spot some improvements, or where they may fit additional pieces to make the most of fabric. And that is, for high tech garments, where the money is.
Steve,I gotta say that your boots turned out so beautiful 😊
Hats off to you. Really enjoyed watching these 2 videos. Craftsmanship is over the top.
Hi Steve just keep hammering away to annoy the brains out of that unhappy and rude guy lol. To me you make my day when is HAMMER TIME,hahaha Blessings.
Wow, they look excellent!! Good job, now you'll have your favorite boot back for your comfort. Enjoyed watching the process!
Bedos'it best. 🙂
I love watching the master work. 😎
Now Steve will have happy feet.
Awesome job Steve!
" Let's continue " 👍
It looks like you have been holding back… you already know how to make shoes ! And damn good ones too
I am glad your doing something for yourself. Too many times, the craftsman is the last person to get anything done, for him or herself. I knew a plumber who had plumbing in his own house, that he would never have done to a customer of his. Yet, year after year, he just put patches, and small get-by fixes, to his own plumbing. Also, Some finish carpenters I have known, their own homes are not even close to having all the trim, and mop boards, or moldings all installed and finished.
So when I saw you putting some real love, and time, and money into fixing up your work boots, I thought to myself, You go Steve. I hope your other boots will one day get made, before you get too old to wear them out. Cheers from Michigan.
P.S. There was a guy making youtube a while back from California, called Brian the Bootmaker. I think the shop he was working out of got sold by the owner, and I am not sure what has happened to all the tools in his shop, or, if Brian has found himself a new place to build boots in. BUT .. the reason I mention him is, it might be fun for you to look at some of his old RUclips, and reinforce what you know about boot making. Just for fun.
So Brian is making boots in another place? I saw him still updating the boots from his youtube community. P.s. I heard that it takes more than two years if you order a pair of boots from him.
You certainly brought them back from the dead. I can't believe how sharp they look.
Two great videos, Steve , Bobby Dazzlers 😎🎧🔨🔨🔨🔨🤪☺️🍺👍
Steve - might be my favorite video yet!!! Those boots with the blue string finish were a work of art. The hammer time “birdie” story was hilarious. Your excitement when putting on those boots and the heel kick - baaahahaa. Best part though I think…listening to the story about your dad and seeing the photo with the tool that you still use - got a bit dusty. Honored that you are working on a pair of my shoes. You are a legend!!!!
It kind of cracks me up how he portrays himself as a beginner. Bro you grew up watching your dad make shoes! Look at your shop!! Lol
LOVE the joy with which you work.
Those look great! I don't tie my boots to the top either. Drives me nuts.
I was worried about you shaking...
and its just coffeine and nicotine addiction... so much relief! 😀
great job as always😃
You make the work look easy Steve. I know it isn't. Great videos man! Let's continue!
You should give a free shoe rebuild for the first view to find the original Hammer time comment. I saw it the first time, it would be fun to see it again.
I love when we get to see a customer reaction. And the reverence and love you show your father is a great example for others, along with the fact that you help any other cobblers that ask you for advice and knowledge. Love your channel.
Those boots look completely different .🤓👍🏻 They look real nice .
The Perfektionist at work along with abit of Psychologie. Always enjoy watching you at it