They look perfect to me. It’s a shame we live in a world where you need to provide a disclaimer due to a handful of people who refuse to accept responsibility for their own failures.
Interesting comment. Now that I recall,shined shoes were an invitation for some clown to step on them and laugh.Any time we got new ones we dulled them ourselves before going out in public.Sadly that didn't end when people were adults.I've seen guys in their fifties doing it.Best I can figure is that kids from poor families sometimes equate shiny shoes with "bein' uppity"and attempts to "get ahead" need to be crushed.It's a "guys you know from the old days" sorta thing.Even today I don't "shine" boots though I use products to preserve them.
I’ve spent hours in my garage polishing all of my shoes. And I haven’t needed to wear dress shoes in 2 years since I retired! But there is something addicting to watching someone at all hours of the night polishing his shoes. I hope this is not MY new normal!😂
You and me both. My daughter thought I was obsessed polishing my shoes when I retired..........but still bought me two horsehair brushes and a couple of welt brushes for my Xmas. Not obsessed but I did work overseas so all shoes lay for 3 months sometimes 6 months so it made sense to go thru the lot and give them the full treatment.
My father used to be a driver for this rich family/company. When he started there, there used to be a lot of drivers for all the bosses of the company and he learned to take care of his shoes while waiting during meetings etc. He said one of his first times going to the headquarters he was amazed how every driver had shoes that looked like new. Suddenly they all started buffing them up and he understood why.
I plan to do exactly that. I've had plenty of experience taking care of brown leather work boots and shining black military boots. It's calming and doable while watching TV and waiting for laundry to finish. Highly recommend.
I just realized myself it is fun; i just tried to fix and polish and condition my pair of bruno magli nappa leather shoes. It feels so good to see that transformation from dusty worn out shoes to shiny like new shoes... you feel good about yourself 😁
Id really like your videos, are so relaxing without being boring, the disclaimer it's obvious, but seen the way you get that things done and the beatifull result...is really encouraging to others try to do it. if is not to ask to much, maybe you can show some mistake guide in your videos, im pretty sure of many of us could apreciate something like that. Cheers
A good tip when your not 100% sure or fully confident doing something is to take your time and do things little by little. Constantly check your work. Unless your working with something you can easily remove then less at a time is always better.
Nice! It really helps a lot to know that this kind of thing is not that irreversible, and I can use my shoes without so much concern about scratching them. Also, I never thought using sandpaper 300+ grit on leather.
I don't think I'm going to try this without a *lot* of practice on some old/cheap shoes. I can see how easy it would be to make the damage even more noticeable. I have a couple pair of Doc Marten 1460s that are scratched up that would make good practice. Thanks for the video.
You would be better off using something like a 1200 or 1500 grit sandpaper if you are doing this for the first time, instead of the 300 used in the video. Doing this will allow you more control over how much material you take away with each pass of the abrasive paper.
RUclips recommendations that don't disappoint! You sir make some great videos. I start a new job in week and was thinking of just giving my old leather shoes a wipe. I honestly could see myself picking up shoe shining as a hobby after your video. And don't worry. I won't blame you for any mistakes I make along the way. Keep up the great work!
I have a pair of shoe trees that are made of oak. I bought them at Bonwit Teller in Boston when I was in high school. Needless to say that was 45 years ago. I still love them
Awesome job ..I've always wanted a good detail video ..two thumbs ☝...you do awesome work ..bad criticism has to live for good to always be the last action ..keep doing what u doing
I think you should have done it to both shoes, this way nobody would ever noticed they were tempered with :) Your videos are so ZENNNNNNN :) Thank you!
Hey nice tutorials, I was literally binge watching these videos seeing shoes coming back to life. I haven't done much, am only getting started with my DIY and am stuck at mid brown and tan... I sure cant tell if the shoe polish is the right color for my shoes... kindly on your oncoming videos you cay clarify this....my humble request
Thank you! 🙏 I was that close to sadly donating my military issue oxfords because of a large-ish toe scrape. Your video has given me the confidence to repair them. This makes me happy as they're older than my kids. ;) Thanks again!
Great video, nice work. I suggest letting viewers know what grit paper, what polish you were using during sanding, and what look they are trying to achieve so they know when to stop sanding. Nice shoes though.
@@richardhatt6541 I've always done half a can of Kiwi and 2 hours. Lasts for quite a few months, with only a layer or so (thin) to fix little scratches and bumps every now and then.
Greetings from Mumbai India. I your acetone technique for my johnson murphy shoes which had some dirt marks on them. You know how dirty are our streets. It worked really well. My shoes now look good as new. Thanks for the video and waiting for more to come.
You are doing excellent work ! Please keep it up and share so that others like me can benefit. It truly is so satisfying to get that shine back into the shoe :) Thanks.
Hi, I have a pair of Alden Cordovan; used a shoe bone and all, but there are still creases and whitish traces in the creases! Help, I will drown and nobody shall save me ( to tell the difference between will and shall) . Great tutorial; I finally understood WHY you can spend 20 minutes brushing each shoe.
Perfect. If you aren't looking for where that scratch was, it's unnoticeable. Also, I like the idea of a lubricant when sanding off a scratch. Makes a lot of sense to nourish the area you are sanding. I've learned a lot of new things by watching this channel. I've only used Renovator (in the blue cap container) on my shoes, but I see the Creme Universelle can do the job, too. Is there a time or reason to use the more expensive Saphir conditioner, rather than the more economical ones? They serve essentially the same purpose, right?
I have used Kiwi products for tears, they get the job done. But he has a comparison video, and he does achieve a better shine with Saphir. However the shine he gets with Kiwi is excellent and would be ,ore than enough for most people.
Creme Universaille is meant to be an all-around conditioner. The difference between MDO and BDC Renovateurs is mostly how well they shine, as they both sufficiently nourish leather.
Try to avoid using products containing mink oil as a lubricant when sanding. One can of course use such products, such as Spahir's Renovateur, for general conditioning of the whole shoe, but using it locally as a lubricant to help with the sanding is unwise: the mink oil can darken the leather quite considerably, hence using it locally will leave a dark spot there. As these dark spots will disappear only after a long time, better use a balm or lotion that is not containing mink oil as lubricant.
Thanks for your insight, I repaired a pair of Thursday boots that had a gouge from a door corner. 😅 I wasn't completely satisfied, but most people haven't noticed. I might sand the area and reapply Saphir Renovating Cream in Black. I might have to accept it will not look 100% perfect. Unfortunately it's on the top of the toe box.
This is amazing, but I can’t help but remember...they are just shoes. I keep mine clean but can’t imagine doing this much. Guess it just takes a different person to love their shoes that much. :)
@@ABC-rh7zc Wow, what's with all the negativity? Christian was right, you can find cedar shoe trees at any department store. Check your attitude. Google is your friend. Use your brain and do some research instead of being asked to have everything spoon fed to you.
@@jordaneshelman If your local department store has cedar shoe trees which fit your shoes well then I'm super happy for you. I have yet to find such a mystical beast
An old german soilder once told me "Always be sure to polish the backs of your shoes because thats the last thing people see of you as your walking away" Old Hugo Hopfliecsh might have been on the wrong side in 43, but he was sharp as a tack.
I tried that on a pair of Madison Parks in Walnut. Unfortunately, I could not color match as well as you. But not all was lost as I was able to successfully due the wing and heel a beautiful Mahogany. Now I have a cool pair of Spectator shoes. Those shoes are 5th Avenues though.
Might I recommend going to a thrift store or using an old pair of shoes you don’t care about for your first attempt. It’s good to have a test shoe of similar material to practice on
Did you paint both shoes to get a perfect match? I have gotten better at doing my black shoes but still have trouble with my red or brown shoes. Makes me nervous! Thank you for all of your great videos.
You and Bedo's should do a collaboration! Like, he can rebuild the soles, send them to you, and you can restore the uppers? You two are my some of my favorite channels. My other favorite is DDSTV, a car crash channel. LOL
I know Steve at Bedo’s. He’s a great guy. Maybe that will happen in the future. I do have a video reviewing a set of shoe trees from him if you’re interested. Video is on my channel.
@@TheElegantOxford Very cool, I'll look that up! You know, I am a female, and have no feet due to bone deformities. My Fiancé doesn't have any dress shoes. I have no idea why I love watching you two, but as I said before, you two are my favorite channels! Thank you!
How much to you usually charge for a typical restoration? It seems to be so labour intensive and in my head the cost should be around 35-50% of an expensive pair's value.
I am an experienced quality cobbler with a lot of pride in my work and now going to add clean and restore service after watching your amazing videos. Where can I buy saphir range wholesale please?
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After watching these kind of videos i have been polishing all of my old shoes for 2 days now.
Luminairist HIM me too 😂😂
Seriously 🤣🤣🤣 I 2nd that
Same
I'm polishing my combat boots right now
@@alphazunitee i hope it shines well
They look perfect to me. It’s a shame we live in a world where you need to provide a disclaimer due to a handful of people who refuse to accept responsibility for their own failures.
givemetoast by a handful of people you mean Americans 😩
I injured myself giving myself dental surgery based on a RUclips clip!!!!!!!!!! I demand restitution. Yes, I'm being sarcastic.
Interesting comment. Now that I recall,shined shoes were an invitation for some clown to step on them and laugh.Any time we got new ones we dulled them ourselves before going out in public.Sadly that didn't end when people were adults.I've seen guys in their fifties doing it.Best I can figure is that kids from poor families sometimes equate shiny shoes with "bein' uppity"and attempts to "get ahead" need to be crushed.It's a "guys you know from the old days" sorta thing.Even today I don't "shine" boots though I use products to preserve them.
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I’ve spent hours in my garage polishing all of my shoes. And I haven’t needed to wear dress shoes in 2 years since I retired! But there is something addicting to watching someone at all hours of the night polishing his shoes. I hope this is not MY new normal!😂
It definitely is addicting.
@@TheElegantOxford Does the word, “addictive” not exist in America?
You and me both. My daughter thought I was obsessed polishing my shoes when I retired..........but still bought me two horsehair brushes and a couple of welt brushes for my Xmas.
Not obsessed but I did work overseas so all shoes lay for 3 months sometimes 6 months so it made sense to go thru the lot and give them the full treatment.
😂
I do the same … it therapeutic
For someone who uses their hands all day, with coloured polish and acetone, you have impeccable nails... they look so clean and healthy.
Wow, this is great channel. Can you start adding items you use in your description? Possibly with Amazon links. Would be huge for us novices.
Look at the bottom of the description
I always enjoy watching a talented Craftsman that's truly passionate about his trade and you make shoe restoration an absolute art form.
It's perfect? Wow! I told my Dad about you today! What a gifting from the Lord!
"Its not perfect" Could have fooled me awesome job my friend!
Thank you so much!
amazing work! watching this is also very theraputic at 2.32am in London.
Indeed, equally therapeutic at 7: 24 am at my office desk in Jamaica.
3.35am Melbourne - Australia
19.40, Liverpool, England.
8:30 pm México City
Wow, I thought I was the only freak that found pleasure in polishing shoes. Now all my dress shoes have mirrored toe caps. Thanks
My father used to be a driver for this rich family/company. When he started there, there used to be a lot of drivers for all the bosses of the company and he learned to take care of his shoes while waiting during meetings etc. He said one of his first times going to the headquarters he was amazed how every driver had shoes that looked like new. Suddenly they all started buffing them up and he understood why.
Patience is the key here. Never pays to rush things and when ones does the results are irreversible.
these videos makes me want to stop by the goodwill, pick up some old beaters and try to make 'em look like someone didn't die in them.
That’s how to learn and get really.
I plan to do exactly that. I've had plenty of experience taking care of brown leather work boots and shining black military boots. It's calming and doable while watching TV and waiting for laundry to finish. Highly recommend.
😂😂😂 on a tragic road accident
xD
I just got a of Allen Edmonds wing tip auburn black dress shoe for $8.50 on eBay and I can’t wait to work on them🐵
I love watching your videos in 1080p while relaxing at home. So nice!
Thanks for watching
I feel like he is secretly happy when his shoes are damaged because he gets to fix them.
😂😂😂 me too. I think he secretly damages them to fix them
I just realized myself it is fun; i just tried to fix and polish and condition my pair of bruno magli nappa leather shoes. It feels so good to see that transformation from dusty worn out shoes to shiny like new shoes... you feel good about yourself 😁
Keloğlan Keleşoğlan Very well said.
@@keloglankelesoglan1067 fixing almost anything is fun though.
I know I am 😁
I know that we can be our own biggest critic but bro.... the shoe came out outstanding. Great job!
Those walnut shoes and Navy laces look DOPE
Now little prince can officially do whatever he wants since you can fix all sorts of problems... Good kitty 🐈
He’s a good cat haha
It's a pleasure to learn new methods for taking care of your shoes, and thank you for sharing them with the world
Beautiful work !
A tip for matching repairs on sets of almost anything-- do both -- strip, sand, touch up color as mirror reflections ...
Id really like your videos, are so relaxing without being boring, the disclaimer it's obvious, but seen the way you get that things done and the beatifull result...is really encouraging to others try to do it.
if is not to ask to much, maybe you can show some mistake guide in your videos, im pretty sure of many of us could apreciate something like that.
Cheers
If I could just shine my shoes, I would be happy. What you did was beyond amazing!
THIS TAKES A SPECIAL TALENT I KNOW NOBODY WHO COULD DO THIS KIND OF WORK PERIOD.
A good tip when your not 100% sure or fully confident doing something is to take your time and do things little by little. Constantly check your work. Unless your working with something you can easily remove then less at a time is always better.
Nice! It really helps a lot to know that this kind of thing is not that irreversible, and I can use my shoes without so much concern about scratching them. Also, I never thought using sandpaper 300+ grit on leather.
I don't think I'm going to try this without a *lot* of practice on some old/cheap shoes. I can see how easy it would be to make the damage even more noticeable.
I have a couple pair of Doc Marten 1460s that are scratched up that would make good practice. Thanks for the video.
Excellent results. I have enjoyed all of your uploads. Please keep up the great work.
This work you have done is just perfect. Congratulations.
Excellent resolution for what appeared to be a serious problem. Well done!
You would be better off using something like a 1200 or 1500 grit sandpaper if you are doing this for the first time, instead of the 300 used in the video. Doing this will allow you more control over how much material you take away with each pass of the abrasive paper.
and take 4-5 times as long.
300 is actually pretty fine.
higher grits may be TOO fine and wind up closing the pores of the leather.
Use 20 grit for faster results and open pores
RUclips recommendations that don't disappoint! You sir make some great videos. I start a new job in week and was thinking of just giving my old leather shoes a wipe. I honestly could see myself picking up shoe shining as a hobby after your video. And don't worry. I won't blame you for any mistakes I make along the way. Keep up the great work!
I would not trust myself with this process but your experience and skill make it look effortless.
I am so fascinated by these videos
I have a pair of shoe trees that are made of oak. I bought them at Bonwit Teller in Boston when I was in high school. Needless to say that was 45 years ago. I still love them
Great videos Preston, I have spent a small fortune on Saphir products as a result! You should be on commission!
I don't know how i get here, but i'm glad i did. Great channel, you got a new subscriber. Regards from Argentina.
Awesome job ..I've always wanted a good detail video ..two thumbs ☝...you do awesome work ..bad criticism has to live for good to always be the last action ..keep doing what u doing
I've used 1200 grain 'wet' sandpaper with success on scratches. Then paint, etc - as shoved in your video.
Thanks for the info, cheers 🇩🇰👌🏼
Great job! Keep those videos coming! 👍❤️ Always a pleasure to see your work! 🤝
I think you should have done it to both shoes, this way nobody would ever noticed they were tempered with :) Your videos are so ZENNNNNNN :) Thank you!
Thank you! I hope you upload a tutorial how to restore shoes on the inside as well!
Hey nice tutorials, I was literally binge watching these videos seeing shoes coming back to life. I haven't done much, am only getting started with my DIY and am stuck at mid brown and tan... I sure cant tell if the shoe polish is the right color for my shoes... kindly on your oncoming videos you cay clarify this....my humble request
Great video my friend. I have over 30 pairs of boots and shoes. Many AE's. I can use your knowledge to keep them looking great!!!
Thank you! 🙏 I was that close to sadly donating my military issue oxfords because of a large-ish toe scrape. Your video has given me the confidence to repair them. This makes me happy as they're older than my kids. ;) Thanks again!
Glad the video helped, Peter.
That was some exellent scratch repair & shine on those shoes 👞👞 👍👌
Amazing work, plus a really cute kitten. What more can you ask for?!
I love the broguing and stitching around the cap! Looks awesome.
Thanks!
Beautiful work there Preston. You truly do amazing work. I enjoy watching your videos.
Well done! I'm very grateful for your tutorial thank you for teaching me :)
Great video, nice work. I suggest letting viewers know what grit paper, what polish you were using during sanding, and what look they are trying to achieve so they know when to stop sanding. Nice shoes though.
Can you do a military boot shine/restoration?
That would be cool 😎
Corcoran jump boots.
I can do a video on Army boot shining. Had many years experience.
@@richardhatt6541 I've always done half a can of Kiwi and 2 hours. Lasts for quite a few months, with only a layer or so (thin) to fix little scratches and bumps every now and then.
I can't wait to try this repair on a vintage Italian handbag! 👜
I've purchased many of your recommendations and love the craft and experience. I love my shoe trees and the creams
Greetings from Mumbai India. I your acetone technique for my johnson murphy shoes which had some dirt marks on them. You know how dirty are our streets. It worked really well. My shoes now look good as new. Thanks for the video and waiting for more to come.
For lighter scratches using steel wool works wonders to even out the surface before shining them back.
You are doing excellent work ! Please keep it up and share so that others like me can benefit. It truly is so satisfying to get that shine back into the shoe :) Thanks.
I appreciate it. Stay tuned for more!
That's awesome!!! Fantastic job!
Hi, I have a pair of Alden Cordovan; used a shoe bone and all, but there are still creases and whitish traces in the creases! Help, I will drown and nobody shall save me ( to tell the difference between will and shall) . Great tutorial; I finally understood WHY you can spend 20 minutes brushing each shoe.
Blooming is normal with shell cordovan. As you walk, natural oils come to the surface. Just brush and enjoy them.
@@TheElegantOxford This is what I did and it seems to work; but because I followed your advice about brushing them for 20 minutes. Thanks again
Could you have used a acrylic leather filler, once cleaned? Then sanded? It looks brilliant and you do awesome work. I was more curious then anything.
Wow it's an amazing work. Your tutorial helped me a lot.
Always put your best foot forward hello from Ireland I love you videos👍🇮🇪☘️
Perfect. If you aren't looking for where that scratch was, it's unnoticeable. Also, I like the idea of a lubricant when sanding off a scratch. Makes a lot of sense to nourish the area you are sanding. I've learned a lot of new things by watching this channel. I've only used Renovator (in the blue cap container) on my shoes, but I see the Creme Universelle can do the job, too. Is there a time or reason to use the more expensive Saphir conditioner, rather than the more economical ones? They serve essentially the same purpose, right?
TechnoloTree I’m interested in the answer to your questions
I have used Kiwi products for tears, they get the job done. But he has a comparison video, and he does achieve a better shine with Saphir. However the shine he gets with Kiwi is excellent and would be ,ore than enough for most people.
Creme Universaille is meant to be an all-around conditioner. The difference between MDO and BDC Renovateurs is mostly how well they shine, as they both sufficiently nourish leather.
Try to avoid using products containing mink oil as a lubricant when sanding. One can of course use such products, such as Spahir's Renovateur, for general conditioning of the whole shoe, but using it locally as a lubricant to help with the sanding is unwise: the mink oil can darken the leather quite considerably, hence using it locally will leave a dark spot there. As these dark spots will disappear only after a long time, better use a balm or lotion that is not containing mink oil as lubricant.
@@gijsbo2000 Thanks. Good advice.
This is my new favorite channel!
Are you kidding me the only criticism is that you think their is criticism. That shoe came out AWESOME 👌👌👍👍
Really Appreciate Your Videos, I am starting to put together a large shoe collection this has been absolutely amazing and helpful.
you are not a pro, you are the holly GOAT!
Thanks for your insight, I repaired a pair of Thursday boots that had a gouge from a door corner. 😅
I wasn't completely satisfied, but most people haven't noticed. I might sand the area and reapply Saphir Renovating Cream in Black.
I might have to accept it will not look 100% perfect. Unfortunately it's on the top of the toe box.
Enjoy watching your channel and will definitely send link to my husband!
This is amazing, but I can’t help but remember...they are just shoes. I keep mine clean but can’t imagine doing this much. Guess it just takes a different person to love their shoes that much. :)
You recommend a good shoe tree as being so important so perhaps it would help to show us what makes a shoe tree good and where to get them
A shoe tree is good because it keeps the shape of the shoe and they absorb the moisture. You can get them at any department store
@@christiaaanC7 "You can get crappy ones at any department store" - fixed it for you.
@@ABC-rh7zc Wow, what's with all the negativity? Christian was right, you can find cedar shoe trees at any department store. Check your attitude. Google is your friend. Use your brain and do some research instead of being asked to have everything spoon fed to you.
@@jordaneshelman If your local department store has cedar shoe trees which fit your shoes well then I'm super happy for you. I have yet to find such a mystical beast
@Bravo Luca That isn't really true though. Shoe trees that are made of plastic will do more harm than good.
I have noticed you said pair of Park Avenue but those are the Fifth Avenue in the Walnut,no biggie, that being said you do great work.
Mr. V thanks for confirming. I thought I am the only one who saw that
An old german soilder once told me "Always be sure to polish the backs of your shoes because thats the last thing people see of you as your walking away" Old Hugo Hopfliecsh might have been on the wrong side in 43, but he was sharp as a tack.
You are an artist! Just WOW!!
You DO have an amazing voice. Very respectful and humble. A pleasure to watch and listen.
constructive criticism.... uh, nope cant think of any. That is amazing work !
And your amazing voice :) amazing job as always .
Nice job! I just ordered some shoe trees. I keep forgetting how important all these things are for your shoes.
I need to try this! All my shoes that have scratches are dyed black all they way through, so I should have a little more wiggle room after sanding.
Love your videos and products. Thank you.
I tried that on a pair of Madison Parks in Walnut. Unfortunately, I could not color match as well as you. But not all was lost as I was able to successfully due the wing and heel a beautiful Mahogany. Now I have a cool pair of Spectator shoes. Those shoes are 5th Avenues though.
Great 👍🏼 job on the kitten scratch repair it looks great!!
That color match is tremendous
Might I recommend going to a thrift store or using an old pair of shoes you don’t care about for your first attempt. It’s good to have a test shoe of similar material to practice on
Fantastic result Preston!
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He uses saphir products
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Ive used saddle soap to remove finishes with good effect
Did you paint both shoes to get a perfect match? I have gotten better at doing my black shoes but still have trouble with my red or brown shoes. Makes me nervous! Thank you for all of your great videos.
Have you ever done a chelsea leather boot restoration?
I love the passion you put into your work, sir!
Ciao from Italy
I just did one. It’s my newest video
Hi thanks for the great tutorial. I was wondering for sanding could dubbing be used instead of shoe balm?
Thanks
Once again, amazing!
I just found your channel im 25 and find these videos fantastic subed followed on Instagram grate good keep it up
You and Bedo's should do a collaboration! Like, he can rebuild the soles, send them to you, and you can restore the uppers? You two are my some of my favorite channels. My other favorite is DDSTV, a car crash channel. LOL
I know Steve at Bedo’s. He’s a great guy. Maybe that will happen in the future. I do have a video reviewing a set of shoe trees from him if you’re interested. Video is on my channel.
@@TheElegantOxford Very cool, I'll look that up! You know, I am a female, and have no feet due to bone deformities. My Fiancé doesn't have any dress shoes. I have no idea why I love watching you two, but as I said before, you two are my favorite channels! Thank you!
Not perfect? It looks more than perfect to me! Great work.
How much to you usually charge for a typical restoration? It seems to be so labour intensive and in my head the cost should be around 35-50% of an expensive pair's value.
Great video. Thank you for making it.
I am an experienced quality cobbler with a lot of pride in my work and now going to add clean and restore service after watching your amazing videos.
Where can I buy saphir range wholesale please?
I love watching videos where items are restored. What Oxford shoes would you recommend. Thanks
Great job! Those shoes are lit!
VERY COOL VIDEO, TAKE ME BACK TO MY MARINE CORPS. DAYS
Beautiful! Thank you so much for the video!