Good basic information. Not a lot of people even know what saddle soap is. A newbie may not even think of asking because of the modern footwear they grew up with.
Saddle soap, leather die and shoe polish. Same as we did for years in the Army before the new boots. LOL. I use it on saddles, leather accouterments. Works wonders.
We haven't done a video on rough out brogans, but the process should be about the same. Especially if they're black, rough out brogans. Generally, with rough out, you'll want to spot test with the saddle soap first. If it looks okay, then you can saddle soap away, wipe off, dry, and oil as you like. If they're brown, or natural, and saddle soap discolors the leather too much, I know they make a special cleaner for suede that is supposed to be more delicate. If you're still not sure, feel free to call up a local shoe repair place and ask what they recommend. Thanks for the question.
I'm not totally sure. I have heard that before, too. I believe the train of the thought is that it could go rancid and may not be good for all leathers. If I went old-school, I'd go pure neatsfoot oil. It's what we supply our quartermaster with. Though, my great-grandfather did render mink oil from minks he trapped and never had any problems. Great question.
Yeah, if your accoutrements got dirty enough. If you just have a small spot of mud or something, a damp cloth could work fine, too. Smooth leather tends to be easier to clean.
So in lieu of having the MBS cleaning kit handy right now ive scrubbed the dust off and used KIWI black shoe polish. Is this also ok? I know it probably doesnt last as long
Ian! It's great to hear from you. We don't use Kiwi because it clogs the pores of the leather preventing the leather from breathing. In theory, this could trap moisture and cause premature wear. It can also cake if too much is used. Creams use natural, nourishing oils to suspend a dye which does typically last longer. I do plan on doing a video in the future on a period correct blackening recipe.
It is. I've also used Meltonian brand before, too. I'm not actually too picky. A good quality, naturally based cream is all I need. Though, I am going to experiment with some fancy-pants shoe cream called Saphir just out of curiosity.
I didn't share a link but if you do a UA-cam search for oxford lacing, you'll see plenty of videos. I use what they call the crossed method. This video covers it well: ua-cam.com/video/8Wf9XoWyOQs/v-deo.html Hope this helps.
Good basic information. Not a lot of people even know what saddle soap is. A newbie may not even think of asking because of the modern footwear they grew up with.
Saddle soap, leather die and shoe polish. Same as we did for years in the Army before the new boots. LOL. I use it on saddles, leather accouterments. Works wonders.
Grandpa has a shoe shineing kit that was passed down from generations, so I have access to the stuff, that's good
If we'd just had a few pair of Nike's down here in Tennessee back then, we would've whooped yall sure! 😁
Just Subbed to you sir. Good videos.
And be sure to do your laces to.
Could you guys do a video on how to clean your sack coat like if you get it caked in mud or have a bunch of grass stanes or just stains in general.
Can do!
I am finding this late, sorry. Have I missed an episode or how would one care for rough out brogans
We haven't done a video on rough out brogans, but the process should be about the same. Especially if they're black, rough out brogans. Generally, with rough out, you'll want to spot test with the saddle soap first. If it looks okay, then you can saddle soap away, wipe off, dry, and oil as you like. If they're brown, or natural, and saddle soap discolors the leather too much, I know they make a special cleaner for suede that is supposed to be more delicate. If you're still not sure, feel free to call up a local shoe repair place and ask what they recommend. Thanks for the question.
Thank you gents. I appreciate your getting back to me. I will try your suggestion
I was told to never use mink oil, is there any reason for that?
I'm not totally sure. I have heard that before, too. I believe the train of the thought is that it could go rancid and may not be good for all leathers. If I went old-school, I'd go pure neatsfoot oil. It's what we supply our quartermaster with. Though, my great-grandfather did render mink oil from minks he trapped and never had any problems. Great question.
Does this work on accoutrements also?
Yeah, if your accoutrements got dirty enough. If you just have a small spot of mud or something, a damp cloth could work fine, too. Smooth leather tends to be easier to clean.
So in lieu of having the MBS cleaning kit handy right now ive scrubbed the dust off and used KIWI black shoe polish. Is this also ok? I know it probably doesnt last as long
Ian! It's great to hear from you. We don't use Kiwi because it clogs the pores of the leather preventing the leather from breathing. In theory, this could trap moisture and cause premature wear. It can also cake if too much is used. Creams use natural, nourishing oils to suspend a dye which does typically last longer. I do plan on doing a video in the future on a period correct blackening recipe.
@@CompanyD2ndUSSS thank you! I decided to finally order a care package from MBS with all this stuff. Ill see y'all at chehalis
What brand of shoe cream do you use for blackening?
Is it Scout Boot Care: Boot Cream (Black 0350101)?
It is. I've also used Meltonian brand before, too. I'm not actually too picky. A good quality, naturally based cream is all I need. Though, I am going to experiment with some fancy-pants shoe cream called Saphir just out of curiosity.
Is there a link for the method used to tie the shoe? Thank you in advance.
I didn't share a link but if you do a UA-cam search for oxford lacing, you'll see plenty of videos. I use what they call the crossed method. This video covers it well: ua-cam.com/video/8Wf9XoWyOQs/v-deo.html Hope this helps.
The videos are interesting - but you and the "Captain" need to dispense with the rank announcement.
Any particular reason as to why? We aren't declaring any from of service in any current branch or branches of service gone by.