You probably have a shoe you would like to make in mind, but never thought you could make it. I think many of us would like to be able to make our dream shoe that fits our foot like a "glove" without paying a price outside our schema of value. Just saying.
My late husband was a Civil War re-enactor and this video reminded me so much of him in uniform and brogans. His particular pair were the kind that were not foot specific and they took months of wear to get tgem where they finally fit properly. He would pour boiling water into them, then wear them with very thick, period style socks to help them form to his very wide feet. He did this several times before they were as comfortable as possible. Thanks for sparking my memory!
Heath has thrown down the gauntlet with this video. It's gonna be hard for anyone (Trenton?) to match the skills, historical background and educational value of this one. All the videos you guys do are great for the content they provide but this one, in particular, stands out. I'm extending an invitation to the master to come visit some of the historical sites we have in Virginia. Guinea Station is hallowed ground. Yeah history buffs may take some exception but we are living in the twenty-first century and this is an outstanding video. Heath's enthusiasm really shines through in this one.
God, the **relief** I felt when I heard you say they were reproduction. I know logically shoes that are 175+ years old are definitely not in good enough condition to be rehabbed like this, but my history major heart saw “resoling civil war shoes” (at 2:30 AM, RIP) and went pretty crazy.
Cool! My Great Grandfather was a bootmaker in rural Ireland and he made boots that kinda looked like these around the turn of the century. The one pair my Dad showed me had hobnails at the ball of the foot to grip the earth better. They were used by laborers called turf-cutters. Wish I'd known to keep them. Great work. Very informative.
I grew up Reenacting (Union) and you did a great job! Don't feel bad about "cutting corners" on the glue either. These were crude, cheap, and mass produced made to last for a campaign then replaced as needed which is why many soldiers brought their own quality shoes if they could afford it (especially early in the war). Reenacting is odd because we never use the equipment as harshly as they would have been but we are also expecting it to last in storage and off/on use for decades rather than a couple seasons. You did the job right and from the outside they are perfect for a modern reenactor!
Very cool idea for a video. I love Civil War memorabilia. My Great Great Grandfather fought for the Union. He was taken prisoner after his unit along with others got their asses stomped at the battle of the Chickamauga River, in Georgia. He and two other officers were able to escape by jumping from a train into a river while being taken to a prisoner of war camp...(not Andersonville as they hadn't built it yet.). They spent 29 days behind enemy lines until they were able to reconnect with Union forces near Murfreesboro TN. My Grandma said he never mentally got over the war or the losses they suffered at that battle. You did a great job with these shoes. Thank you.
Chickamauga was a rough one. I've walked that battlefield many times can't imagine fighting that terrain. I had several ancestors there from the Army of Tennessee and would of had one at the breakthrough from the Army of Northern Virginia, but he was killed at Devils Den, Gettysburg.
@@TrentonHeath Man,...THAT is incredibly unique to have a relative that not only fought, but died at Gettysburg. As much as you hear about that all important battle, it is a rare thing that any Civil War era soldier would have found himself in action at Gettysburg. In our city (Madison Wi.) we have 141 Confederate soldiers buried here. They were part of contingent of 1000 Confederate prisoners that were relocated here to Camp Randall in April of 1862, for a month long stay.. Yet, 141 of them died due to illness, disease, and probably lack of proper medical care. Every Memorial Day 141 Confederate flags would go up at Forest Hill Cemetery to honor them. When you would drive down the street and see those flags....it really took your breath away. I don't want to start controversy here, but due to political correctness, the city decided in 2017, (after much heated debate) to remove the Confederate flags from the stones at Confederates Rest in Forest Hill Cemetery. The debates on social media around here unfortunately got very very heated and ugly. I thought it was awful to dishonor their graves and those men like that. If anything, as a teaching tool that THAT SHIT really happened, and God only knows could happen again. All of them buried just blocks from where I grew up.....and so far from their homes. Thanks for posting your story.
I wouldn't mind more shoe/boot history! I was reading that all shoes & boots were made on straight lasts until ~1850? And then Blake stitch machines showed up a few years later, and then Goodyear welt shortly after that. It sounds like shoes were revolutionized almost overnight, and shoes as we know them, even what we view as "traditional" shoes, are actually very recent technology.
I think you did a great job explaining throughout the video how these shoes weren't 100% authentic. Even so, they look great and I never knew pegs were ever used on shoes, or that shoes used to be identical (no left or right).
@@TrentonHeath I just started watching your videos, so anytime you can add historical or economic context [which you may do already and I have not see enough videos to know this], it would be great. Hope you get a lot of views on this one. Thank you.
I love how your hands always have an injury. To me as a craftsman it speaks volumes to you actually working with your hands and not just a youtube warrior
I personally enjoyed your video and the history lesson behind the shoe wear in the Civil War. You did an excelent job on the restoration/repair. There are not many shoe repair shops around any more and it's a shame because you provide excelent and much needed service for people who wear shoes, or, all of us. Thank you
Every year some VMI cadets March 87 miles (not the whole 257 cadets but some) to New Market battlefield for the reenactment of the 1864 "Field of Lost Shoes". The battle is May 15th. Seems right up your alley. Great craftsmanship and thank you for sharing the history. Keep up the great work. Oh, my favorite battle is the battle at "Cross Keys".
@@TrentonHeath I lived all over NOVA and the Shen Valley, with many different hats and signature blocks, I've worn many different shoes. Can't wait until I need some new soles...you guys are my go to..
Esuper1 ... depending on the fit of these and the rubbing at the heel, and the condition of the roads, going barefoot could have been much nicer than using shoes.
You have a point. I am a hiker and I have had to think outiside the box a few times where bad footwear is concerned. Anything from grass to wrapping a torn tshirt but I would never NOT wear something especially is we are talking dozens of miles in a few days is concerned. Forget it if its cold or over rocky terrain.
I love history, so I greatly enjoyed the restoration of the reproduction civil war boots! I found this channel this week, so I am marathon watching these videos. They are so enjoyable. Thanks guys!
I have always loved the craft and would stop in and watch European cobblers work whenever I saw a shop. You all are artists and your videos are just great! Thanks.
Back in the 60's when l was in school their were tough guys that wore brogans, but the tips had the metal in the front bottoms like taps on the shoe so when you walked they made tapping sounds.
Very cool. It would be interesting to see more historical footwear. My 7th great grandfather Thomas Jacks (1675-1756) was a "Cordwainer" in Anne Arundel, Maryland. I wish I could see examples of his makes.
About a month ago, shoe repair videos appeared in my recommend list. Why? I don’t know. Nevertheless I’m fascinated by the craftsmanship that goes into the repair work. The history lesson here is an added plus.
Loved this video, liked seeing this old school style of shoe worked on. Never thought they would of been constructed like that. And it was awesome to see you use everest by saphir. It's a great product and I thought I was pretty much the only person that used it. Great video, look forward to the next one.
I was lucky enough to have a local shoemaker in town who was also in the hobby, and while he used modern stuff like you did, he also knew exactly what the footwear was supposed to look like. He repaired my repro buckle shoes several times . I taught myself how to make and sew moccasins and leggins, though; an enjoyable pastime.
Now that was a bit of info I didn't know , no left or right shoe.As usual I'm amazed by the equipment used in your shop, it looks quite old but completely functional. Thank you for your videos and fantastic skills
just started binge watching all your videos after searching about leather restoration whoever thought it would so interesting not me but definitely is and entertaining im learning alot thanks!
I am new to the channel but I'm loving it! My only criticism is using water to expand the lemon wood pegs for the purpose of fastening them to the sole leather. This is a common misconception that people have about wood (I've seen it as a fix all for ax handles, knife hilts, golf clubs, mortise and tenon pegs, etc.) The rapid expansion from the water being pulled into the end grain causes the tubular structure to compress within the wood and when it dries out it shrinks to a point smaller than it started leaving the streangth of the wood severely damaged as well as loosening them in the holes. If the shoe were to remain wet after spraying them and were to never be allowed to dry it wouldn't be an issue but using hardening oil one drop at a time till the wood stops absorbing it would be more appropriate for the task.
Thank you for your appreciation of history and quality! I have been in the woodworking business (Architectural Woodwork), and have seen the old ways of doing things go away with the quality of things.
Wow, surprisingly well made and great adhesive used on the construction of these boots to be as old as they are. I'd have thought they would have almost fallen apart! Great video
Fantastic wayching this. Brigs back memories of makig 10th century reenactment shoes. Din't have much in the way of tools, mostly stanley knife blades & a decent awl. Usually involved lots of linnen thread, evo stick and plasters for all my finger cuts :)
Those woodpegs look like a dream to work with. A lot of the shoes I make get woodpegged and the thicker the leather the more often the pegs break off when I try to get them in. I also used to put a film of water based shoemakers glue on every hole before putting pegs in, the pegs would go in easier, expand and stay expanded due to the them sucking up the glue. Usually work work boots and such.
Interesting point about "straight" and left and right shoes. The boots Lincoln wore to Ford's theater the night he was assassinated were straight boots. They're in the Smithsonian collection along with the top hat and suit he wore that evening.
@@TrentonHeathI wonder how long it would take to break them in? It must have been a rather painful experience. I haven't seen his coat other than photos, but I've seen Booth's derringer. I believe that is also now at Ford's Theater.
Liked this one before even watching. Simple constructions does not always mean easy. Great job of keeping up the historical accuracy especially because of the timeframe of this reproduction can take so many different types of materials and methods. Basically what ever was available.
i love paint restoration videos and these are similar in that i love seeing the transformation and the passion involved with an “old” hobby or vocation :) i love that people keep restoring shoes even when fast fashion is hurting the market for all fashions
My great grandfather was a cobbler in the early 1900s, I inherited a lot of his tools, if I can find them would you like them? I would love to see them go to good use
Oh my gosh! I'm sure they'd love that! Can you just imagine how your great grandfather would feel having his tools in the hands of such passionate crafters?! Having those tools pretentiously brought to life? Awesome
This was pretty cool to watch! Today’s shoes are so disposable... as a teen my riding boots were resolved a few times as my foot is extremely small thus my riding boots were expensive... and more often it was more cost effective for me to have them repaired... (for recente I’m 48)
I love the thought of shoes throughout history, that’s a whole video series in itself😃 I still have a pair of “wafflestomppers “ I bought back in 1975 when in school. I saved up a long time to get them too👍🏻
I'm a total weirdo probably, but I don't know why I enjoy watching hand made stuff and fixing things that are old fashioned. Not to mention quality emphasis. My old friend used to tell me to invest in good quality expensive shoes and suit prior, and I see why now...It gives things real historical authenticity
These Brogans seem quite similar to my old navy-issued boondockers, which I wore out. Not a comfortable-looking boot, but an interesting video. Amazing you guys have time for these videos; a cobbler here in my town will barely talk to you, he's that busy.
Thanks for sharing. I have seen pictures but never have held a historic pair of shoes. If the shoes could talk I bet they have a lot of stories to talk about.
This was mad cool. I may very well send in my German lowboots, all the hobnails have pretty much fallen off. Could definitely use a resole. Excellent work!
Never in a million years would I have ever thought I'd be watching someone repair shoes. It's so awesome !
Me too
I got recommended a video yesterday. ive now watched at least 7 of these. never knew i was into shoe refurbishments till now....
pat wentworth
Same! I guess it's because they are so great at their craft. It's really relaxing to me to watch their videos.
pat wentworth 😂😂😂😂me and u both
You probably have a shoe you would like to make in mind, but never thought you could make it. I think many of us would like to be able to make our dream shoe that fits our foot like a "glove" without paying a price outside our schema of value. Just saying.
Me too, love the craftsmenship and the accent!
Same. So interesting
My late husband was a Civil War re-enactor and this video reminded me so much of him in uniform and brogans. His particular pair were the kind that were not foot specific and they took months of wear to get tgem where they finally fit properly. He would pour boiling water into them, then wear them with very thick, period style socks to help them form to his very wide feet. He did this several times before they were as comfortable as possible.
Thanks for sparking my memory!
You tube is crazy. Who would think I'd be interested in seeing shoes refurbished. Well apparently I am.🤣 Like your videos. Subbed
Same!
"It was the best of times it was the worst of times..."
Chris Kamaras same 👍🏻
Chris Kamaras ... Google analyzer is a fine friend to raise needs you never thought you have them or you would want to spend money for ;)
@ me too
Thanks for using the straightforward term "Civil War". You are an Honerable Southern Gentleman.
Heath has thrown down the gauntlet with this video. It's gonna be hard for anyone (Trenton?) to match the skills, historical background and educational value of this one. All the videos you guys do are great for the content they provide but this one, in particular, stands out. I'm extending an invitation to the master to come visit some of the historical sites we have in Virginia. Guinea Station is hallowed ground. Yeah history buffs may take some exception but we are living in the twenty-first century and this is an outstanding video. Heath's enthusiasm really shines through in this one.
I've always enjoy visiting Virginia's battlefields. They've done a great job capitalizing on their history.
God, the **relief** I felt when I heard you say they were reproduction.
I know logically shoes that are 175+ years old are definitely not in good enough condition to be rehabbed like this, but my history major heart saw “resoling civil war shoes” (at 2:30 AM, RIP) and went pretty crazy.
It's like watching a shoe repair video narrated by Peyton Manning. Love it.
Yes, he definitely had that voice tone down.
I knew the accent as soon as he opened his mouth (spent 20 years in Knoxville and went to college with Peyton Manning - class of 2001)
I was thinking Forrest Gump
I'm waiting for an, "Omaha!"
Now that’s funny!
Cool! My Great Grandfather was a bootmaker in rural Ireland and he made boots that kinda looked like these around the turn of the century. The one pair my Dad showed me had hobnails at the ball of the foot to grip the earth better. They were used by laborers called turf-cutters. Wish I'd known to keep them. Great work. Very informative.
Very interesting! Thank you for not using any annoying background music 👍
I grew up Reenacting (Union) and you did a great job! Don't feel bad about "cutting corners" on the glue either. These were crude, cheap, and mass produced made to last for a campaign then replaced as needed which is why many soldiers brought their own quality shoes if they could afford it (especially early in the war). Reenacting is odd because we never use the equipment as harshly as they would have been but we are also expecting it to last in storage and off/on use for decades rather than a couple seasons. You did the job right and from the outside they are perfect for a modern reenactor!
once in a while, You Tube sends me down a random rabbit hole and this channel is an excellent example. Who knew I would find this stuff fascinating?
Very cool idea for a video. I love Civil War memorabilia. My Great Great Grandfather fought for the Union. He was taken prisoner after his unit along with others got their asses stomped at the battle of the Chickamauga River, in Georgia. He and two other officers were able to escape by jumping from a train into a river while being taken to a prisoner of war camp...(not Andersonville as they hadn't built it yet.). They spent 29 days behind enemy lines until they were able to reconnect with Union forces near Murfreesboro TN. My Grandma said he never mentally got over the war or the losses they suffered at that battle. You did a great job with these shoes. Thank you.
Chickamauga was a rough one. I've walked that battlefield many times can't imagine fighting that terrain. I had several ancestors there from the Army of Tennessee and would of had one at the breakthrough from the Army of Northern Virginia, but he was killed at Devils Den, Gettysburg.
@@TrentonHeath Man,...THAT is incredibly unique to have a relative that not only fought, but died at Gettysburg. As much as you hear about that all important battle, it is a rare thing that any Civil War era soldier would have found himself in action at Gettysburg. In our city (Madison Wi.) we have 141 Confederate soldiers buried here. They were part of contingent of 1000 Confederate prisoners that were relocated here to Camp Randall in April of 1862, for a month long stay.. Yet, 141 of them died due to illness, disease, and probably lack of proper medical care. Every Memorial Day 141 Confederate flags would go up at Forest Hill Cemetery to honor them. When you would drive down the street and see those flags....it really took your breath away. I don't want to start controversy here, but due to political correctness, the city decided in 2017, (after much heated debate) to remove the Confederate flags from the stones at Confederates Rest in Forest Hill Cemetery. The debates on social media around here unfortunately got very very heated and ugly. I thought it was awful to dishonor their graves and those men like that. If anything, as a teaching tool that THAT SHIT really happened, and God only knows could happen again. All of them buried just blocks from where I grew up.....and so far from their homes. Thanks for posting your story.
I wouldn't mind more shoe/boot history! I was reading that all shoes & boots were made on straight lasts until ~1850? And then Blake stitch machines showed up a few years later, and then Goodyear welt shortly after that. It sounds like shoes were revolutionized almost overnight, and shoes as we know them, even what we view as "traditional" shoes, are actually very recent technology.
fredy gump Yep, it’s very interesting. Outside of athletic shoes, things haven’t changed much in 150 years.
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I’d love that. History and shoe repairs in one. I’d love to see Victorian era shoes.
Ooh Colonial Williamsburg reproduction s!
👍😍I have no idea why I’m obsessed with seeing old shoes restored. Thanks for posting. 💞
I think you did a great job explaining throughout the video how these shoes weren't 100% authentic. Even so, they look great and I never knew pegs were ever used on shoes, or that shoes used to be identical (no left or right).
I so love this episode because there's a history lesson as a bonus.
Kyle Aldrich Thank you! We thought this one would be a nice change and interesting.
@@TrentonHeath I just started watching your videos, so anytime you can add historical or economic context [which you may do already and I have not see enough videos to know this], it would be great. Hope you get a lot of views on this one. Thank you.
Wow. I'd never heard of this type of sole attachment. Really cool video.
@@TheOMT Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
It gives a peek into the day-to-day life in the Army. They don’t cover that stuff in History class.
I love how your hands always have an injury. To me as a craftsman it speaks volumes to you actually working with your hands and not just a youtube warrior
Wasn't expecting a history lesson in this video but I'm SO glad you did! Excellent. I loved it!!
Monica Haddox Thanks so much! We’re really glad you enjoyed it!
I personally enjoyed your video and the history lesson behind the shoe wear in the Civil War. You did an excelent job on the restoration/repair. There are not many shoe repair shops around any more and it's a shame because you provide excelent and much needed service for people who wear shoes, or, all of us. Thank you
I and probably many others would love to see some reactions from the owners of classic redos like this , love the vids !
I love this video, I do reenacting for that same time period, and really appreciate this look at how shoes & boots were made.
Every year some VMI cadets March 87 miles (not the whole 257 cadets but some) to New Market battlefield for the reenactment of the 1864 "Field of Lost Shoes". The battle is May 15th.
Seems right up your alley.
Great craftsmanship and thank you for sharing the history. Keep up the great work.
Oh, my favorite battle is the battle at "Cross Keys".
Our parents used to live in Northern Virginia and I used to always love the drive through the valley.
@@TrentonHeath I lived all over NOVA and the Shen Valley, with many different hats and signature blocks, I've worn many different shoes. Can't wait until I need some new soles...you guys are my go to..
It's wonderful to see the care and effort you guys put into refurbishing shoes. You truly "stand" behind your work.
Not really sure what brought me here but this is engrossing. Superb craftsmanship!
God imagine marching miles and miles in those. Hard men for sure.
Imagine the barefoot guys, jeez!
Esuper1 ... depending on the fit of these and the rubbing at the heel, and the condition of the roads, going barefoot could have been much nicer than using shoes.
@@alx252 Bingo.
You have a point. I am a hiker and I have had to think outiside the box a few times where bad footwear is concerned. Anything from grass to wrapping a torn tshirt but I would never NOT wear something especially is we are talking dozens of miles in a few days is concerned. Forget it if its cold or over rocky terrain.
Until recently, the foot soldier shoes has always been inadequate. Two good examples were the Battle of Bulge and winter march in Korea.
I wish those shoes could talk and tell all the stories from that time. I also love history!!!
I had a pair of jackboots from Germany that actually fit me and my cousin fixed them up real good and now I wear them from work
I love history, so I greatly enjoyed the restoration of the reproduction civil war boots! I found this channel this week, so I am marathon watching these videos. They are so enjoyable. Thanks guys!
Love watching, cool seeing old things made new again. It's a Bummer how much stuff is made to throw away these days
I have always loved the craft and would stop in and watch European cobblers work whenever I saw a shop. You all are artists and your videos are just great! Thanks.
How come it took me so long to find your channel?! Loved every minute watching your creation and looking forward to watching all. Thanks!
I dug up a complete brogan from a civil war camp in Tennessee. It is also pegged!
What a great find. What part of Tennessee?
Back in the 60's when l was in school their were tough guys that wore brogans, but the tips had the metal in the front bottoms like taps on the shoe so when you walked they made tapping sounds.
That's so cool
Yeah that was to be intimadating. If you look up old war footage of the parades the soldiers walking was very loud because of the metal taps.
One video was recommended. I watched it. Out of curiosity. I have watched many more and subbed. Master craftsman at work there. Great channel
Very cool. It would be interesting to see more historical footwear. My 7th great grandfather Thomas Jacks (1675-1756) was a "Cordwainer" in Anne Arundel, Maryland. I wish I could see examples of his makes.
Amazing how something most would just bin can be transformed into a stunning pair of shoes wow thank you for sharing your craft stay safe god bless
i really do appreciate you talking, this makes it very calming and even more interesting!
Elisa Burger Thanks! Glad you enjoyed.
I’ve got to move to Tennessee. Between this channel and Hickok 45, TN seems more like my kind of people.
Never get tired of watching you guys mend shoes. What a cool trade.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge! The historic aspect is very interesting too :)
You're welcome! We appreciate you watching and glad you enjoyed!
Never knew, that wooden nails had been used by making shoes! 😁
But I get newer to old to get new information and learn about!
Great!!! 👍👍👍
About a month ago, shoe repair videos appeared in my recommend list. Why? I don’t know. Nevertheless I’m fascinated by the craftsmanship that goes into the repair work. The history lesson here is an added plus.
Loved this video, liked seeing this old school style of shoe worked on. Never thought they would of been constructed like that. And it was awesome to see you use everest by saphir. It's a great product and I thought I was pretty much the only person that used it. Great video, look forward to the next one.
King_Of _Fishing Thank you! We appreciate you watching...and glad you enjoyed!
Seriously. This got recommended and now I've actually gone out and bought a pair of shoes from Cobbler Union thanks to these guys.
I was lucky enough to have a local shoemaker in town who was also in the hobby, and while he used modern stuff like you did, he also knew exactly what the footwear was supposed to look like. He repaired my repro buckle shoes several times . I taught myself how to make and sew moccasins and leggins, though; an enjoyable pastime.
This was just so satisfying to watch. And his accent; could listen all day.
This is by far my favorite video. I hope to see more content like this. 👏 Great work.
Wow. Nice job. Amazing how far shoes have come since then. Your craftsmanship is excellent and admirable.
Now that was a bit of info I didn't know , no left or right shoe.As usual I'm amazed by the equipment used in your shop, it looks quite old but completely functional. Thank you for your videos and fantastic skills
just started binge watching all your videos after searching about leather restoration whoever thought it would so interesting not me but definitely is and entertaining im learning alot thanks!
I am new to the channel but I'm loving it! My only criticism is using water to expand the lemon wood pegs for the purpose of fastening them to the sole leather. This is a common misconception that people have about wood (I've seen it as a fix all for ax handles, knife hilts, golf clubs, mortise and tenon pegs, etc.) The rapid expansion from the water being pulled into the end grain causes the tubular structure to compress within the wood and when it dries out it shrinks to a point smaller than it started leaving the streangth of the wood severely damaged as well as loosening them in the holes. If the shoe were to remain wet after spraying them and were to never be allowed to dry it wouldn't be an issue but using hardening oil one drop at a time till the wood stops absorbing it would be more appropriate for the task.
Great work. They actually look comfy boots. But I guess I'd have to wear them for a while before passing judgement. Good video guys.
Fascinating video. Great stuff. It's interesting how little the basic look of boots has changed over the years.
Thank you for your appreciation of history and quality! I have been in the woodworking business (Architectural Woodwork), and have seen the old ways of doing things go away with the quality of things.
Very interesting to watch. Love having access to artisan content here on youtube I'd otherwise never learn about. Great job.
Thank you, Shelly!
Wow, surprisingly well made and great adhesive used on the construction of these boots to be as old as they are. I'd have thought they would have almost fallen apart! Great video
Your talents are so very unlimited. Very interesting video. You guys never cease to amaze me. Thanks for a great video.
Steven Trosiek We really appreciate that! So glad you enjoyed it!
I like the little tidbits of history.
Fantastic wayching this. Brigs back memories of makig 10th century reenactment shoes. Din't have much in the way of tools, mostly stanley knife blades & a decent awl. Usually involved lots of linnen thread, evo stick and plasters for all my finger cuts :)
It looks like very hard work pulling old hells and soles off, you guys are very strong to do that
Thank you I appreciate the history lesson, general chatter and clear audio.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed.
Beautiful Job.
Those woodpegs look like a dream to work with. A lot of the shoes I make get woodpegged and the thicker the leather the more often the pegs break off when I try to get them in.
I also used to put a film of water based shoemakers glue on every hole before putting pegs in, the pegs would go in easier, expand and stay expanded due to the them sucking up the glue. Usually work work boots and such.
It's amazing to me how nice your and the other guys' hands and nails look with all the work you do.
It is fascinating how boots are constructed. I have never seen boots pegged, it looked like it could take off again. lol Thank You.
Interesting point about "straight" and left and right shoes. The boots Lincoln wore to Ford's theater the night he was assassinated were straight boots. They're in the Smithsonian collection along with the top hat and suit he wore that evening.
I can't imagine that being comfortable until they mold. Have you seen his Brooks Brothers coat at Fords Theater?
@@TrentonHeathI wonder how long it would take to break them in? It must have been a rather painful experience. I haven't seen his coat other than photos, but I've seen Booth's derringer. I believe that is also now at Ford's Theater.
Awesome episode. This made us appreciate how they were made back then.
Thanks! Yeah, pretty interesting techniques.
I loved this! Especially the narration of what you're doing, more of that please! Not a tutorial, just explain what and why ;)
I love the story behind the shoes. You do an awesome job
My hands hurt just watching this! Unbelievable!
Hope I don’t make you guys mad but this was absolutely one of the more interesting videos you’ve put out.
bwayne40004 Haha...thanks! We try to mix it up every once in a while.
Visited Ft Lee, saw original specs for Civil War boots. Great job. Very interesting.
Bravo! Always a pleasure to see a fine craftsman working an honest trade with his hands and his brain. Subbed.
Lash LaRue Thank you very much! We really appreciate it.
Liked this one before even watching. Simple constructions does not always mean easy. Great job of keeping up the historical accuracy especially because of the timeframe of this reproduction can take so many different types of materials and methods. Basically what ever was available.
Thanks!! Glad you enjoyed it! Very true.
i love paint restoration videos and these are similar in that i love seeing the transformation and the passion involved with an “old” hobby or vocation :) i love that people keep restoring shoes even when fast fashion is hurting the market for all fashions
That’s really neat! Those shoes are really fascinating!
Another gold in youtube recommendations. I've seen few of your videos already.
I love that we get a history lesson along with this! Awesome
My great grandfather was a cobbler in the early 1900s, I inherited a lot of his tools, if I can find them would you like them? I would love to see them go to good use
AllTheGood Today I’d email them if I were you. Your comment might get lost and they might not see it 😬
Anna C thanks!
AllTheGood Today no problem!
Joby Fluorine oh wow! I still have to find them since I haven’t heard back from anyone lol
Oh my gosh! I'm sure they'd love that! Can you just imagine how your great grandfather would feel having his tools in the hands of such passionate crafters?! Having those tools pretentiously brought to life? Awesome
Do you have a video of the climbing boots? Watching that would blow my sisters mind
Excellent job. I really enjoyed this video. Very relaxing.
This was pretty cool to watch!
Today’s shoes are so disposable... as a teen my riding boots were resolved a few times as my foot is extremely small thus my riding boots were expensive... and more often it was more cost effective for me to have them repaired... (for recente I’m 48)
I love the thought of shoes throughout history, that’s a whole video series in itself😃
I still have a pair of “wafflestomppers “ I bought back in 1975 when in school. I saved up a long time to get them too👍🏻
Awesome piece of history!
This was so fascinating! I loved the history behind these shoes. Great channel!!
I've got some WW1 Portuguese army replica boots and i love them, been wearing them almost daily since i got them!
looks like dangerous work! having to pull sharp objects towards oneself. totally enjoyed it...thanks
Really interesting artisan history lesson. 👍 Thanks for that
This was an interesting video. I've seen these brogans before on civil war reenactors. You nailed it. LOL
very cool project! certainly not something you see on youtube often if at all. thanks for sharing!
Thanks! We're glad you enjoyed. True, you don't see too many of these being resoled.
My fav video by you so far
I'm a total weirdo probably, but I don't know why I enjoy watching hand made stuff and fixing things that are old fashioned. Not to mention quality emphasis. My old friend used to tell me to invest in good quality expensive shoes and suit prior, and I see why now...It gives things real historical authenticity
Love your channel now I need to find a pair out there to have refurbished
So now I know what Brogan's are refering to. People back in the day used to say BRO GAINS! Thanks.
These Brogans seem quite similar to my old navy-issued boondockers, which I wore out. Not a comfortable-looking boot, but an interesting video. Amazing you guys have time for these videos; a cobbler here in my town will barely talk to you, he's that busy.
Great restoration and history lesson
Thanks for sharing. I have seen pictures but never have held a historic pair of shoes. If the shoes could talk I bet they have a lot of stories to talk about.
They are reproduction shoes..he says it around 0:58. Not 155 years old..
twinsonic I was referring to the original pair of shoes.
I wonder if these were the inspiration for chukka boots. The uppers are very similarly styled.
This was mad cool. I may very well send in my German lowboots, all the hobnails have pretty much fallen off. Could definitely use a resole. Excellent work!