The bigger irony here is, he repairs shoes for a living. He takes something that companies would like us to use and throw out and buy new, and makes em last longer. Yet, Apple is the worst offender in the world when it comes to anti-repair.
One of my teachers once said that his old headmaster used to wear plated shoes and you could hear him approaching from miles away. Said everyone felt his authority as he made ‘patrols’. Can’t imagine a headmaster like that nowadays, would send chills down my spine.
With a disposable society it is refreshing to watch hand crafted and hand repaired shoes. I always thought that a cobbler was a dead job since very few still work it. Excellent work there Dan
As automated and well, “disposable” this new age is getting, I always feel that there will be a need for these niche industries. Some people are too sentimental with their things to just throw away, so there will always be a need for human craftsmanship.
Well seeing you asked, I am very excited because I just bought for the first time in my life a pair of second hand American cowboy boots. I have NEVER stuck my feet into someone else's shoes ever! But today at the age of 65 I couldn't resist because when I saw them without thinking I had gone from the outside looking in to trying them on. And they fitted as if I had been wearing them for twenty years. $100.00 AUD + $50.00 AUD for a new heel and a polish. Voila good for another twenty years. So so so happy. So that's what I have been doing today. Oh and great job on the Dress shoes.
I hope you are wearing protective goggles when using the cutter knife. I had an experience with my dad when the cutter broke and flew almost hitting me in the face. I was just lucky it didn't hit me in the eye. You have awesome works by the way. Stay safe.
Just a minor point but those Loakes have an open lacing system therefore they are derbys, not oxfords. Sorry to be pedantic. Great video as usual though.
I can’t explain it, but I really enjoy your videos. So relaxing, professionally made, and the energy you put into them is so inspiring. You have inspired me to visit my local cobbler and have several pair of my shoes repaired instead of tossing them . Keep up the great videos and stay sticky!
Hang on a minute, these Oxfords turned into Brogues or Semi Brogues when the toe plates were added! Loving the videos, its always great to see a genuine craftsman at work. I know where I will be bringing my ammo boots when they need some love.
One more thing, if Dan happens to read this, descriptions of the purpose and effect of various shoe upgrades/modifications etc would be greatly appreciated. Obviously Dan already does this but more in-depth would go a long way in adding interest factor. Best!
I wish i had a pair a clickers like those on my drill boots when i was in the Canadian Militia. I am sure that I would have left a hole in the ground when i slammed my foot down at attention...
Those are the most amazing shoes I've ever seen! Now I want a pair of super lucky kicks! Like full on 7 nail horse shoes, 4 leaf clovers, lucky rabbits foot print on the middle sole, maybe a wishbone somewhere. Oh and I'm not sure but possibly using pennies in some way either fastened heads up on the tongue and or even somehow fashioned into the lace holes! Oh and keys of course, which are also considered lucky! Maybe a key fitted on the back heel?
There is nothing worse than an Apple, mate. Never had a problem with Samsung, but only ever problems with family members who owns Apple. And I've had Samsung monitors, TV, Laptops, phones for over 20 years -- my TV is from 2007, use it every day and it still works like it's brand new.
Which Military uses the horse shoe and Toe plates? And who uses the hobb nails? My gf came home from work and I'm watching your video on the big screen TV, she asked what are you watching? "I said Dan the Cobbler" 😂😂😂😂😂
Very tidy workmanship! Question please!~ I am fitting some cast aluminium pony shoes to my hunting rubber boot heels for extra grip on steep ground. What do you suggest I use to fix them on with, horseshoe nails or screws? The boots have no wood or leather in them at all. Thanks very much for your opinion!
Hi there. I need som horse shoes for My gaurdsman boots. I ther any chance that you cud provide Me with Theis or an adress where i Can bye them. I live i Denmark so to let you fix My boots is a bit problematic. I Got a shoemaker that Can Mount them but he cant Get the horses shoes. Best regards Knud Sørensen.
Hey Dan, any tips on removing nails stuck in the heels of shoes? I removed my old shoe taps, but they were so worn down that one of the nails is almost flush with the heel. I've been trying to use pliers and a the rear of hammer but haven't had any luck; I'm just wearing down the nail even more.
What type of hammer do you use? And why use a rounded off taper on the back instead of something that is flattened at the end? I understand the taper so you can set tacks. But a flat end would seem better.
Can you please share how can I do this metal work in home for myself, I wanted to know how can I fix that horse shoe that's it I can't do sole work and all so please will you share how can I do that
Mr. Dan, for us uninformed, can you tell us what exactly is a Toe Plate?? I am assuming it is made by a company called Lulu. Also, in your intro,....never mind, you just answered my second question, and I think you have answered my first one also. So, I'll change my question up a bit,...Why would a civilian want to wear toe plates on their shoes if they were not going to be out on parade (as I've just watched the recent video where you added Lulu toe plates to that very expensive pair of shoes)? FYI, in the USAF on this side of the pond, we call them toe and heal taps. Oh, btw, since I do like your channel quite a bit, I'll pretend I missed hearing the comment about Samsung phones! Cheers!
Hi, Thanks for making the video. I did not even know that was possible to put a "lulu" type protector over a glued half sole. I was wondering the name brand of those 5mm thick half soles? Did you say hexane? I want to perhaps do the same with my Imperials. Please advice!
First time caller; great channel! Utterly impressed and kind-of hooked into wearing leather boots and shoes. Ive been thinking about this a lot lately- Im sick and tired of buying expensive (name brand) sneakers that (while admittedly comfortable) just don't last and sure as shib cant be repaired. Thing is Im way down south in NZ. I would love to know of some brands that I could look into that will last a life-time (with maintenance and repair obvs). I know this is months after posting and not likely to be seen by many but would really appreciate any leads.
we enjoy your programmes because we like watching you use tools and machinery . back in the 50's you could usually find a good cobbler in most towns and cities. people today buy a lot of plastic and man made shoes which generally dont get brought to a cobbler's shop ,folks just keep buying plastic shoes . there is nothing comparable to comfort as a well wore in all leather shoe that a cobbler can maintain for you ,making your leather shoes last a very long time.
Patent Leather Oxfords? 0:50 I thought they had just been bulled up really shiny and don't Oxfords have a toe cap in leather? I thought the armed forced never used patent leather, traditionally making people keep polishing as a form of discipline and then punish them for substandard appearance..
They’re ripping of the leather, the leather cutting, and the hammering of nails is the best part of the ASMR. Don’t scam fast through those on your video deletes and edits. Those are the best parts
Great video Dan! I worked with pre war cars for ten years until 2 years ago, I’ve retrained and gone into security but you know what? I really like the idea of training as a cobbler. I love crafts and hands on things and I’m a true lover of anything hand done. Such a brilliant craft. I’m going to visit your shop at some point, when we’re allowed to travel and work allows, of corse 🙄 keep well fella!!!
New addiction: Watching shoes getting repaired before falling a sleep (check)
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Dude same!
he really needs to do some asmr shop video
Same here 😁
I love to see a true craftsmen going about their business. In this throw away world it is gratifying to see things made to last. Great video.
"It can be worse, it can be a Samsung " lmao well I'm slightly offended 😅(says Samsung user)
I was thinking the same lol as I'm a Samsung Galaxy user aswell lol x
The bigger irony here is, he repairs shoes for a living. He takes something that companies would like us to use and throw out and buy new, and makes em last longer. Yet, Apple is the worst offender in the world when it comes to anti-repair.
Finally an episode my horse and I can watch together.
One of my teachers once said that his old headmaster used to wear plated shoes and you could hear him approaching from miles away. Said everyone felt his authority as he made ‘patrols’. Can’t imagine a headmaster like that nowadays, would send chills down my spine.
It’s great to see a “Proper Job” old school Cobbler, good on yer! You’re about as common as Siberian Tigers 👍
Google siberian tiger lol
There were two sets, weren't there? Some of the close up shots don't have the "T" part on the leather heel...
With a disposable society it is refreshing to watch hand crafted and hand repaired shoes. I always thought that a cobbler was a dead job since very few still work it. Excellent work there Dan
As automated and well, “disposable” this new age is getting, I always feel that there will be a need for these niche industries. Some people are too sentimental with their things to just throw away, so there will always be a need for human craftsmanship.
Fantastic skills. I especially liked the part where the shoe switches seamlessly from a plain shoe to a brogue and back again.
Glad your busy, so many small businesses struggling
Well seeing you asked, I am very excited because I just bought for the first time in my life a pair of second hand American cowboy boots. I have NEVER stuck my feet into someone else's shoes ever! But today at the age of 65 I couldn't resist because when I saw them without thinking I had gone from the outside looking in to trying them on. And they fitted as if I had been wearing them for twenty years. $100.00 AUD + $50.00 AUD for a new heel and a polish. Voila good for another twenty years. So so so happy. So that's what I have been doing today. Oh and great job on the Dress shoes.
Hello Dan, quick question, is it possible to put toe plates on a pair of lady's Oxford size 4.5UK 7US?
Kind regards 🙏🏻
Well, it never ceases to amaze me just what RUclips recommends for me. Watched straight through, Dan. Great job. Think you need a sister ASMR channel.
They are not Oxford, they are Derby.
Good to see you are busy! Looks likee you have a lot of shoes waiting for your magic touch. Glad to see people value quality workmanship!
I hope you are wearing protective goggles when using the cutter knife. I had an experience with my dad when the cutter broke and flew almost hitting me in the face. I was just lucky it didn't hit me in the eye. You have awesome works by the way. Stay safe.
Just a minor point but those Loakes have an open lacing system therefore they are derbys, not oxfords. Sorry to be pedantic. Great video as usual though.
Keen eye!
Noticed that too, I was looking through the comments to see who else did lol
@@daimingsing It's my fault for watching The Elegant Oxford and Kirby Allison so much. These details kind of get stuck in your head :)
He is gorgeous💕💕🙏🏼
dear god yes. found my new husband..
as talented as this guy is , lets face it , if just had a video of him peeling an orange.............. we'd watch it .
I can’t explain it, but I really enjoy your videos. So relaxing, professionally made, and the energy you put into them is so inspiring. You have inspired me to visit my local cobbler and have several pair of my shoes repaired instead of tossing them . Keep up the great videos and stay sticky!
Thats great to hear man!
True craftsmanship. Wish they would do the same quality work in Denmark
Hang on a minute, these Oxfords turned into Brogues or Semi Brogues when the toe plates were added! Loving the videos, its always great to see a genuine craftsman at work. I know where I will be bringing my ammo boots when they need some love.
He has a partial resoling video involving hob nail "ammo"/parade boots.
“Could be worse... could be a Samsung” Literally made me laugh out loud! 😂😂🤣🤣 🍎🍎
One more thing, if Dan happens to read this, descriptions of the purpose and effect of various shoe upgrades/modifications etc would be greatly appreciated. Obviously Dan already does this but more in-depth would go a long way in adding interest factor. Best!
Agreed +1.
He has lovely talking style and additional education would be gratly appreciated.
I think it would be fun to have a pair of Shoes
like those.
Very nice job.
Jeff
Apple is for edgy teens lol good bless love your content
Hi Dan! May you make video about cop motorcycle boots please? Also, may you show what kind of boots you usually wear? Love you and your video!
I should have some general motorcycle boots coming in soon will be sure to make a video on that
Are you doing all this by yourself? How do you cope with hundreds of repair requests?
I wish i had a pair a clickers like those on my drill boots when i was in the Canadian Militia. I am sure that I would have left a hole in the ground when i slammed my foot down at attention...
Those are the most amazing shoes I've ever seen! Now I want a pair of super lucky kicks! Like full on 7 nail horse shoes, 4 leaf clovers, lucky rabbits foot print on the middle sole, maybe a wishbone somewhere. Oh and I'm not sure but possibly using pennies in some way either fastened heads up on the tongue and or even somehow fashioned into the lace holes! Oh and keys of course, which are also considered lucky! Maybe a key fitted on the back heel?
How do you get a girl to watch a video of a guy working on a pair of army shoes???? Make sure the presenter is EXTREMELY HOT!!! LOL
15:52 These shoes are different.
Great precision dude. Sound of horse shoe and metal toe would have been an added bonus to this vlog though👍
Tq bro love from india
WORKS OF ART ! IMPRESSIVE !
1,2,3,4,6..... lol! When putting on the toe tip
A very fine job! Love that French bulldog at the intro... once we had two of these
, black ones!
There is nothing worse than an Apple, mate. Never had a problem with Samsung, but only ever problems with family members who owns Apple. And I've had Samsung monitors, TV, Laptops, phones for over 20 years -- my TV is from 2007, use it every day and it still works like it's brand new.
Which Military uses the horse shoe and Toe plates? And who uses the hobb nails? My gf came home from work and I'm watching your video on the big screen TV, she asked what are you watching?
"I said Dan the Cobbler" 😂😂😂😂😂
Very tidy workmanship! Question please!~ I am fitting some cast aluminium pony shoes to my hunting rubber boot heels for extra grip on steep ground. What do you suggest I use to fix them on with, horseshoe nails or screws? The boots have no wood or leather in them at all.
Thanks very much for your opinion!
I wish I could see and hear these shoes being walked in
Hi there.
I need som horse shoes for My gaurdsman boots. I ther any chance that you cud provide Me with Theis or an adress where i Can bye them. I live i Denmark so to let you fix My boots is a bit problematic. I Got a shoemaker that Can Mount them but he cant Get the horses shoes.
Best regards
Knud Sørensen.
I have a question would you be able to do the same with my shoes? I'm from New Zealand 🇳🇿
The foamy bear puzzlingly stroke because radish genotypically settle about a icky mistake. ignorant, free politician
Hey Dan, any tips on removing nails stuck in the heels of shoes? I removed my old shoe taps, but they were so worn down that one of the nails is almost flush with the heel. I've been trying to use pliers and a the rear of hammer but haven't had any luck; I'm just wearing down the nail even more.
Hi I am impressed with your workmanship. I am intrested to buy this type of horse heel shoes with metal toe plates. I am from India.
Interesting as Heck! Not very many people have a hands on type job, u seem to really enjoy what u do. Continued Success.
Great work .. live your video.. shame about the Samsung comment . Obv not as clued up about phones as you are as a cobbler
Interesting. New to me. Good work.
Never trust anything with a peice of fruit on the back (apple iphones are toilet) no wonder the pic and focus is 💩💩💩💩💩 keeep up the good work
Dude, you a real pro!!!! Excellent!!!
Wait, you can get your keys battery replaced? I was wondering why one of the car keys played up a lot, it's probably the battery!
Mr. you are making the man hours.
Maybe you could take up blacksmithing and produce the horseshoes as you need them 🤔🤔🤔
What a unique job! Very cool putting horseshoes on the heals. No sneaking around in those puppies.
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I like to put some toe plates on all my shoes, since I tend to kick while walking. Makes my shoes last alot longer.
What type of hammer do you use? And why use a rounded off taper on the back instead of something that is flattened at the end? I understand the taper so you can set tacks. But a flat end would seem better.
Can you please share how can I do this metal work in home for myself, I wanted to know how can I fix that horse shoe that's it I can't do sole work and all so please will you share how can I do that
Don’t pick on Samsung, I’ve used them for years. 😁
Would you like to share any gym workout tips?
Can you do this to sneakers aswell on the heel? I have alot of wear on my outer heel which always half's the life of the shoe 😔
I can't get over how you say your THs as an F. Adorable.
I was waiting for you to stain the new leather on the heels to match what was left showing on the sole .
Might consider a more robust very sharp knife.🤔
I intend to have a go at putting on the horse shoe plates for mine. Any advice on sourcing the leather insert?
The last thing made me think of Al Bundy, and women in the shoestore that can´t get the shoes on...
I am glad to see this type of craftmanship has not died! Keep going strong!
Beautiful my brother
Nice job…one minor correction…those are Derbys not Oxfords.
Hello, do you also take orders from Germany and what is the cost of work like this
That’s is sik very good job bro well don. I wan to do my shoes like that
What a very nice jib’ we can see you live it and that is certainly why you do it so well.
dan the man is back!
Good brother
Mr. Dan, for us uninformed, can you tell us what exactly is a Toe Plate?? I am assuming it is made by a company called Lulu. Also, in your intro,....never mind, you just answered my second question, and I think you have answered my first one also. So, I'll change my question up a bit,...Why would a civilian want to wear toe plates on their shoes if they were not going to be out on parade (as I've just watched the recent video where you added Lulu toe plates to that very expensive pair of shoes)? FYI, in the USAF on this side of the pond, we call them toe and heal taps. Oh, btw, since I do like your channel quite a bit, I'll pretend I missed hearing the comment about Samsung phones! Cheers!
haha thanks, they just extend the life of the toes, perhaps someone whos heavy on the front of there shoes would go for them, also fashion!
My horses shoes are bigger than them try using them 🤣
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I think I need, parades show's
I would love you to do that to all my Oxfords and Boots! Big hello from 🇨🇦!
Hi Canada!
Clean and professional job
I’ve been buying more HEX. Get on it
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It's Saturday night, and I'm watching video after video of a guy repairing shoes.....
It could be worst 😂😂😂😂
Hi, Thanks for making the video. I did not even know that was possible to put a "lulu" type protector over a glued half sole. I was wondering the name brand of those 5mm thick half soles? Did you say hexane? I want to perhaps do the same with my Imperials.
Please advice!
Awesome videos! Been watching a few each night. Quick question, and I'm too lazy to google this. Any idea why they are called "Lulu" toe plates?
First time caller; great channel! Utterly impressed and kind-of hooked into wearing leather boots and shoes. Ive been thinking about this a lot lately- Im sick and tired of buying expensive (name brand) sneakers that (while admittedly comfortable) just don't last and sure as shib cant be repaired. Thing is Im way down south in NZ. I would love to know of some brands that I could look into that will last a life-time (with maintenance and repair obvs). I know this is months after posting and not likely to be seen by many but would really appreciate any leads.
Do you add an extra layer on top of the original heel? Wouldn’t that make it off balance? Just asking because I am curious!
yes but we're a;so adding an extra layer on the sole so the whole shoe is balanced just a touch higher :)
@@Dan_the_cobbler my question too, thanks for the reply
Gute Schuhe gegen fusspilz!!😊
we enjoy your programmes because we like watching you use tools and machinery . back in the 50's you could usually find a good cobbler in most towns and cities. people today buy a lot of plastic and man made shoes which generally dont get brought to a cobbler's shop ,folks just keep buying plastic shoes . there is nothing comparable to comfort as a well wore in all leather shoe that a cobbler can maintain for you ,making your leather shoes last a very long time.
Umm. I love my Samsung.
different shoes at the end lol
Patent Leather Oxfords? 0:50 I thought they had just been bulled up really shiny and don't Oxfords have a toe cap in leather? I thought the armed forced never used patent leather, traditionally making people keep polishing as a form of discipline and then punish them for substandard appearance..
They’re ripping of the leather, the leather cutting, and the hammering of nails is the best part of the ASMR. Don’t scam fast through those on your video deletes and edits. Those are the best parts
Were these for Vaush? 🐎
У клиента явно лишняя спина...
Great video Dan! I worked with pre war cars for ten years until 2 years ago, I’ve retrained and gone into security but you know what? I really like the idea of training as a cobbler. I love crafts and hands on things and I’m a true lover of anything hand done. Such a brilliant craft. I’m going to visit your shop at some point, when we’re allowed to travel and work allows, of corse 🙄 keep well fella!!!
Wow, amazing good job bro!