As an inherently lazy individual, I generally resent every moment completing mundane tasks (ironing being top of that list). Strangely enough, and as you say, I also find shoe polishing quite enjoyable and cathartic. I can easily spend a good 5-6 hours polishing a pair of new DMS Oxfords to No. 1 standard, with surprisingly little resentment. The best thing about polishing shoes is, with the right technique, you can see the rewards for your efforts as you go along. It’s quite compelling!
I always give up after a while, I get it shined, and work towards a mirror shine with the next few polishings. I just accept it wont be perfect straight away. I don't give up through boredom though, usually through interruption.
Nice job, I think they turned out very nice. I am a heel and outside lower part of the shoe guy myself. I really like the way that presents the shoe with a shine from toe to heel. I agree that it is pretty simple to maintain the mirror shine as to getting to it lol. Cool channel.
@@evanjones51 prompt reply, many thanks! Could I ask what sort of pressure you use, and further if I may which force you served in? Apologies if that's bad form... My brother has joined the British Army but we're not really a military family.
I used to have same problem with my toe medallion. Not anymore. I remove excess wax with toothpick and then tap hard bristle shoe brush onto the holes.
Hoping to get some advice here... I have a few pairs of Alden Shell Cordova No. 8... for the mirror gloss.. should I get Saphir Mirror gloss 02 Neutral or 08 Burgundy?? Thank you!
I personally simply apply Pommadier cream polish to the heels, but knowing Saphir they most likely have a special product that does the same thing ( at a high price). Stick to the cream polish and you won't go far wrong.
Iam a new viewer and find you videos very informative; iam from eastern Canada and we have very large changes in weather. As a 60+ yr old male how should i become more age appropiate stylish on a budget, thanks in advance.
The dealer I buy my leather shoes from says you should leave leather shoes on the shoe tree for 48 hours after wearing them. Leather shoes absorb sweat from your feet while you wear them and release it within 48 hours. Without shoe trees, the shoes can deform and can get damaged. Maybe you can make a Video how you tread you shoes after you wore them.
I was wondering whether the sole leather had also been starved of oils having been in attic storage for so long. Are there things we need to do with leather shoe soles? Guess I’m thinking sole leather cracking and whether this happens…
I do know there are products to feed the sole so to speak and also protect them too. I haven't gotten to that point as I am still building my shoe collection, I live in a rainy state so protecting the leather soles is important to me.
Being a silly Canadian using Kiwi polish I'm a touch out ... well out of touch, with whats going on here,. I adore a well polished shoe or boot mind you. 5:50 Conditioning Cream 9:20 Cream polish 13:10 Wax polish 16:00 Mirror shine polish 25:08
I enjoyed spit polishing my work boots for the sake of it but then some dork stepped on the toe for some reason like he couldn't believe he could see his face in them... what a prick. Anyway always enjoy a good polished shoe or boot.
As an inherently lazy individual, I generally resent every moment completing mundane tasks (ironing being top of that list). Strangely enough, and as you say, I also find shoe polishing quite enjoyable and cathartic. I can easily spend a good 5-6 hours polishing a pair of new DMS Oxfords to No. 1 standard, with surprisingly little resentment. The best thing about polishing shoes is, with the right technique, you can see the rewards for your efforts as you go along. It’s quite compelling!
It's meditative, I find.
Wonderful video. People are still learning from this four years later.
True 👍
This is a great demonstration. Thank you for sharing. Just as a side note, Dan the cobbler uses the same music on his videos.
A work of art and a master class in how to achieve a superb mirror polish.
I always give up after a while, I get it shined, and work towards a mirror shine with the next few polishings. I just accept it wont be perfect straight away. I don't give up through boredom though, usually through interruption.
WOW. That shoe is great looking. Thanks for the information.
Superb effort Ash, nicely done.
Glad you liked it
Nice job, I think they turned out very nice. I am a heel and outside lower part of the shoe guy myself. I really like the way that presents the shoe with a shine from toe to heel. I agree that it is pretty simple to maintain the mirror shine as to getting to it lol. Cool channel.
Very good. As I am a former Sgt Major, I used to water bull at the end, to get the best shine and no smudges.
I would very much love to hear your techniques, if you'd be willing to share?
@@Olyfrun once you have a good shine, use some cotton wool to bull up the shoe under running cold water.
@@evanjones51 prompt reply, many thanks! Could I ask what sort of pressure you use, and further if I may which force you served in?
Apologies if that's bad form... My brother has joined the British Army but we're not really a military family.
@@Olyfrun medium pressure. Was in the Infanty, British Army.
What a beautiful and useful video. Thanks so much Sir. God bless you.
You are most welcome
You might consider removing the laces first, but excellent presentation all round. Thank you, Sir, from the United States.
Any polishing tips for brogues? I always have a devil of a time with polish accumulating in the little holes! 😊 Thanks in advance.
You are reading my mind; it seems more of a challenge with brogues.
I used to have same problem with my toe medallion. Not anymore. I remove excess wax with toothpick and then tap hard bristle shoe brush onto the holes.
Smashing tutorial!!! (Wish I knew what brand shoe that is). Thanks for posting sir.
Looks like a Loake.
Thank you.
Helpful information!
Better chaps all around.
I totally agree
A true taff always does his boots to a high standard.
You know it!!
Hoping to get some advice here... I have a few pairs of Alden Shell Cordova No. 8... for the mirror gloss.. should I get Saphir Mirror gloss 02 Neutral or 08 Burgundy?? Thank you!
Burgundy would be perfect on cordovan. Perfect match.
@@TheChapsGuide Thank YOU
Wow, amazing! Ash, what do you recommend to use to treat the heels that suffer scuffs and marks? Do Saphir offer something? Thanks
I personally simply apply Pommadier cream polish to the heels, but knowing Saphir they most likely have a special product that does the same thing ( at a high price). Stick to the cream polish and you won't go far wrong.
Iam a new viewer and find you videos very informative; iam from eastern Canada and we have very large changes in weather. As a 60+ yr old male how should i become more age appropiate stylish on a budget, thanks in advance.
That question is well worthy of a proper video response - leave it with me Sir.
The dealer I buy my leather shoes from says you should leave leather shoes on the shoe tree for 48 hours after wearing them. Leather shoes absorb sweat from your feet while you wear them and release it within 48 hours. Without shoe trees, the shoes can deform and can get damaged. Maybe you can make a Video how you tread you shoes after you wore them.
Ash: I already have a decent [Saphir] shine from around eighteen months ago. Am I able to add an extra layer of two to what I already have?
Yes indeed, in fact, it should bring a wonderful new lustre to the finish.
@@TheChapsGuide Thank you!
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Very informative video. What brand and model are those shoes? Thank you.
Cheers
Sanders & Sanders
@@TheChapsGuide Thank you!
Do you recommend using an instant shine product on your shoes for that final shine? Kevin
No sir. Those things are not beneficial to your shoes and the shine does not last. Wax polish is king!
Great channel. Are these shoes in the regular width or are they the wide last?
Standard.
What are the alternatives to horsehair please? (I have an allergy to horse dander)
Many synthetic options out there, as well as boar hair. But I would aim for a synthetic brush if I were faced with your concerns
Impressive 👍🏻
I was wondering whether the sole leather had also been starved of oils having been in attic storage for so long. Are there things we need to do with leather shoe soles? Guess I’m thinking sole leather cracking and whether this happens…
I do know there are products to feed the sole so to speak and also protect them too. I haven't gotten to that point as I am still building my shoe collection, I live in a rainy state so protecting the leather soles is important to me.
Being a silly Canadian using Kiwi polish I'm a touch out ... well out of touch, with whats going on here,. I adore a well polished shoe or boot mind you.
5:50 Conditioning Cream
9:20 Cream polish
13:10 Wax polish
16:00 Mirror shine polish
25:08
I use kiwi myself and it works very well, just have to know how to work it.
Shoe shine procedure .
yep, technique might make it a bit faster but end of the day it's all about the layers. Interesting that leather didn't dry out in 23 years.
Great video. In America Chaps is a type of ass-less leather pants. lol
I enjoyed spit polishing my work boots for the sake of it but then some dork stepped on the toe for some reason like he couldn't believe he could see his face in them... what a prick. Anyway always enjoy a good polished shoe or boot.