From Worn Out to New | Red Wing Moc Toe Boots

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  • @167curly
    @167curly 2 місяці тому +199

    Your viewers are right. It is therapeutic to watch craftsmen at work.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +8

      Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

    • @InGrindWeCrust2010
      @InGrindWeCrust2010 2 місяці тому +2

      Agree

    • @curtisharms3172
      @curtisharms3172 2 місяці тому

      Yes absolutely

    • @stringlarson1247
      @stringlarson1247 Місяць тому +2

      Yep. I love the vintage mahines plus the ASMR.

    • @nathanlief
      @nathanlief 26 днів тому +1

      Turn off the news and watch men actually working and creating. It is very therapeutic.

  • @henrywest7217
    @henrywest7217 2 місяці тому +57

    Never underestimate the reassuring therapeutic value of watching someone perform a task that he is very good at. No matter what the task.

  • @johnf.kennedy5454
    @johnf.kennedy5454 2 місяці тому +38

    Mark Twain said that he loved hard work and that he could watch someone do it all day.

  • @sasquatch885
    @sasquatch885 2 місяці тому +67

    If someone had told me a couple years ago that I would really enjoy watching a couple cats doing shoe repairs, I would have said they were nuts.😬

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +7

      😉😁👍 We appreciate you watching!

    • @grilawrfr101
      @grilawrfr101 2 місяці тому +2

      Agreed. N not to take the shine from these gentlemen wait till you go down the horse shoeing side of yt.

    • @TheSaw410
      @TheSaw410 2 місяці тому +1

      Started my strange addiction to this by finding some old Brian the Bootmaker videos. Epic.

    • @scottjohnson5132
      @scottjohnson5132 2 місяці тому +4

      @@grilawrfr101 I love the cow hoof trimming channels.

    • @aaronrandolph8900
      @aaronrandolph8900 Місяць тому

      Dude, me too

  • @mwpadony
    @mwpadony 10 годин тому

    What I love about this video are the sounds of all the activities and machines. You don't want any terrible music spoiling the video like so many others do. Keep the sounds real. Well done !!

  • @InGrindWeCrust2010
    @InGrindWeCrust2010 2 місяці тому +10

    Great to be able to re-use the welt and not have to re-do the other row of stitching on the side. As usual, superb job and bravo, gents!

  • @dhvoith
    @dhvoith Місяць тому +1

    These videos are therapeutic! I've always enjoyed watching someone who knows their craft making the old look like new. Auto, aircraft, or motorcycle restoration, home renovation, and even shoe repair. Very satisfying!

  • @bcham7373
    @bcham7373 Місяць тому +2

    It is therapeutic my cancer came back last year so it helps me relax and not worry as much. Keep up the great work.

    • @kranson8514
      @kranson8514 6 днів тому +1

      I wish you all you need to get through your time trouble, keep trying to enjoy life. Warmest regards 😉👍

  • @Ocarafeio
    @Ocarafeio 2 місяці тому +11

    I've found your channel during the pandemic and for me was very terapeutical and relaxed me during that dark time. Thanks

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +2

      So glad to hear that! Thank you for watching.

    • @Ocarafeio
      @Ocarafeio 2 місяці тому +2

      @@TrentonHeath greetings from Brazil.

  • @DubTuck002
    @DubTuck002 5 днів тому +1

    I've started leather work because of my PTS. Watching videos like this and doing some tasks like edging and cutting keeps my mind free of junk

  • @bbish305
    @bbish305 Місяць тому +2

    Recovering from a stroke, last November. Watch videos and really enjoy them. Keep up the good work!

  • @ReddOchober
    @ReddOchober 2 місяці тому +2

    RN here, when on break during or after a work, I frequently visit your or Adam Savage’s channel. It helps me escape, relax, and decompress for a bit.

  • @ritzy2299
    @ritzy2299 2 місяці тому +44

    I’m a mom, and yes, watching y’all’s videos is extremely calming after a 12 hour work day and a morning and night of caring for my 2 year old. My daughter and I will settle down and watch y’all and usually she’ll fall asleep.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +4

      We love it! Thanks so much for sharing that. It means a lot to us as well.

    • @albertorivera4745
      @albertorivera4745 2 місяці тому +3

      I always wonder how many ladies are into crazy boot channels like dudes 👍

    • @dirtfarmer7472
      @dirtfarmer7472 Місяць тому

      I’ve even been known to have to wake up after 1 of their videos

  • @joaquin-jacknava2696
    @joaquin-jacknava2696 2 місяці тому +6

    Thanks for footage of todays video. Was a pleasure to see a nice friendly budget resole. Have a great weekend.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

  • @curtisharms3172
    @curtisharms3172 2 місяці тому +1

    I just went through two separate surgeries that had me down and off work for nearly three months. I watched several of your videos while healing. They are very therapeutic. Thank you

  • @goldjohn883
    @goldjohn883 2 місяці тому +4

    I don't know if you'll see this comment, but I get excited when you guys upload a new video. I like seeing the craftsmanship of shoes getting repaired while also listening to the work getting done. I'm subbed to many different channels for relaxing and your guys channel is one of them.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for watching! We’re glad you enjoy them.

  • @EchoInRed
    @EchoInRed 2 місяці тому

    Agreed on the calming watching effects. My favorite channels to watch before bed are this and a furniture restoration channel. I love the long segments just showing the process with no voice over. Its comforting to watch something be treated well and made good again!

  • @davidtatum8682
    @davidtatum8682 10 днів тому +5

    Never in a million years did i expect that watching a dude fix a pair of shoes, clean a carpet, polish some brass, or restore a table would be so damn interesting.

  • @waxedearth5425
    @waxedearth5425 2 місяці тому +12

    Those polyurethane soles are nice. Got a bit of a squish to them and they wear down slower. Wolverine uses them on their wedge sole 1000 miles too.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +2

      I agree. I personally like them a bit more than the Vibram Christy sole.

  • @donaldgreathouse6611
    @donaldgreathouse6611 2 місяці тому +1

    Excellent! Thank you for the restoration. It certainly is therapeutic watching your videos. Much appreciated!

  • @brianathern9154
    @brianathern9154 2 місяці тому

    Fantastic job even for the every man's boots and no frills. Its therapeutic because I enjoy craftsmanship and to quote my late father "Son if you're going to do something then do it right. Put your time and talents into the work because half-assed is only your half best ". Yep that's almost 40 years of being a sheet metal tinsmith passing down straight forward wisdom to us. I smile every time I get to use his old tools. Keep sending us videos of the labor of love dream for many years. Blessings

  • @eddieg945
    @eddieg945 2 місяці тому

    Love seeing an old pair of boots get a new life 🙌🏽

  • @richr7604
    @richr7604 Місяць тому +1

    Great job on a quality pair of boots, it's good to see there's still skilled Cobblers (shoe repair technicians) around. I used to scrub my leather jump boots twice a year like that back in the late 70's- early 80's. Thank you for a relaxing video..

  • @FraldinhoBJJ
    @FraldinhoBJJ 2 місяці тому

    These videos are extremely cathartic.
    Like legit super relaxing .
    I like the idea of learning about cobbling but I just figured we all liked these videos for that reason.
    I sit around after work or on a day like today, a relaxing Sunday before heading back to work just listening and watching .

  • @SJLamb-te3dt
    @SJLamb-te3dt 2 дні тому

    I liked this video. I probably would never go to a cobbler to have shoes completely reworked. I have visited a cobbler to get a longer life out of a well broken in pair of hiking boots that just needed a sole replacement. It was interesting to see what something I would ask for looks like from the craftsman’s point of view! If I needed an expensive fix, honestly, I would probably buy new boots. But to extend the life of a pair of boots I have at a price that costs significantly less than new boots? Totally worth it. And you get to keep the comfort of an already broken in pair of boots. Wins all around.

  • @sevenhornets
    @sevenhornets Місяць тому +8

    Why is there a RFID strip in the sole @2:50 mark in the video ?

  • @jerijames2876
    @jerijames2876 25 днів тому

    wow, crisp. love those types of work boots. i worked in electric utility for 40+ yrs and earlier in my yrs the companies stopped making these types of boots for ladies. that hurt. these boots were cushiony and wore great. miss wearing steel toed boots now after being retired since 2019. you are right , this is therapeutic. thanks.

  • @tommahnke
    @tommahnke 2 місяці тому

    These guys and Revive are super relaxing to watch.

  • @TheSilentsniper1973
    @TheSilentsniper1973 2 місяці тому

    It is simple in a world where there is a lot of hate and anger it's awsome to watch you do your magic.

  • @xxhookem12xx
    @xxhookem12xx 2 місяці тому +1

    Basic? possibly. However that "Basic" repair turned that pair of shoes into a completely different looking pair. Thats how good you guys are. Goes to show the results you can achieve by giving everything you have even doing the most basic of things. Love you guys man, plz keep up the hard work.

  • @ShaneSharpVlogs
    @ShaneSharpVlogs 2 місяці тому

    Great job as always! Yes, watching the repairs and the sounds are therapeutic. Keep up the great work!

  • @kevincollins4682
    @kevincollins4682 Місяць тому

    Therapeutic, yes! It's so nice watching someone fix something and make it look nice, again. 😊

  • @elliottsmith3632
    @elliottsmith3632 2 місяці тому +3

    I don't know if other viewers would be interested in this but could you do a video of the machines that you use in the shoe repair craft?

  • @learning6253
    @learning6253 2 місяці тому +1

    Another great transformation. Just the basics. Great video!

  • @delazal0316
    @delazal0316 2 місяці тому

    Your channel is really therapeutic! Especially during the pandemic, your videos helped a lot!! Thank you!!

  • @arlenesellars2869
    @arlenesellars2869 2 місяці тому

    I love all the cool tools you use for repairing ..... so interesting!

  • @hexum9449
    @hexum9449 2 місяці тому

    Excellent video. Simple, right to the point, and excellent craftsmanship. Thank you!

  • @sbishop6450
    @sbishop6450 2 місяці тому

    True about the videos being therapeutic. Often watch before going to bed. Switches off the mind from the days problems. Keep on doing them. ❤🇬🇧

  • @garyburgmylifeandtimes6354
    @garyburgmylifeandtimes6354 2 місяці тому

    It is amazing how much I actually enjoy watching you transform shoes to original functionality. On a completely unrelated topic, I hope your dad is doing well these days, I haven't seen any Stormin Norman videos posted lately, and I always enjoyed his analysis of various situations. I thought surely he would have something to say about the political landscape we have these days.

  • @noddyholder6082
    @noddyholder6082 Місяць тому

    looks a great job! and very satisfying to watch too!

  • @lucianofinardi7222
    @lucianofinardi7222 2 місяці тому

    It is true. They are extremely therapeutical. Just to watch the transformation of a shoe or boot - seems simple, but it is powerful.

  • @RatdogDRB
    @RatdogDRB 2 місяці тому

    Had to run this morning, so catching up this evening. Nice job on the hoof-covers.

  • @AeonOfAwareness
    @AeonOfAwareness 28 днів тому

    Your videos are incredibly therapeutic and have helped me me avoid many an anxiety attack. I’m about to turn 32 in October and really want to get my first good pair of Moc Toes but man they’re spendy for good quality… 😢

  • @ezekielortega6040
    @ezekielortega6040 2 місяці тому

    We all love a good before and after job well done guys 🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @paulsheffield888
    @paulsheffield888 2 місяці тому

    Hiya Fellas. Good to see your videos again. I know I've mentioned this a dozen times but my favorite part is when you guys add humor into them. The sounds are definitely relaxing but the humor is my favorite. Thanks again! Paul in Forest Virginia

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for the input. It was just me in this one. Heath’s the comedian of the two. 😁

    • @paulsheffield888
      @paulsheffield888 2 місяці тому

      @@TrentonHeath
      Really? I thought it was you because in many past videos, you were the one inching Heath on. 😀

  • @paulnonatuse.bautista1294
    @paulnonatuse.bautista1294 2 місяці тому

    I don't comment often, but I just have to say that I do enjoy your videos. And, yes, they are therapeutic.

  • @calanon534
    @calanon534 28 днів тому

    "Folks with PTSD"
    *Raises hand*
    You guys are relaxing to watch. And yes, you have helped me. Thank you.

  • @A55-s9d
    @A55-s9d 2 місяці тому +5

    I can't wait until you guys get a pair of Jim Green boots.

    • @dubester1982
      @dubester1982 2 місяці тому +1

      Good call. I actually have a pair of African Rangers that are about due for a resole!

    • @sheckydiamond7533
      @sheckydiamond7533 Місяць тому +1

      @@dubester1982 Send them in. Then they can make a video of the process.

    • @JinsKookieJams
      @JinsKookieJams Місяць тому +1

      ​@@dubester1982 *Send them in! It'll make for a great video! In the email, you can tell them to make a video out of it too!*

    • @dubester1982
      @dubester1982 Місяць тому

      @@sheckydiamond7533 I'm going to email them actually!'

  • @BigHeinen
    @BigHeinen 2 місяці тому

    That resole looks great guys!!

  • @HopeInChristToday
    @HopeInChristToday 2 місяці тому

    My dad was a brick mason and wore boots just like these back in the 70's and 80's. He paid a lot of money for them and when they got wore he would have them resoled at a local boot repair store called Billy Byrds Western Store. (unfortunately it closed down years ago) I remember going with him to pick them up. They would look great just like these. Enjoyed the video.

  • @bigcountryjd
    @bigcountryjd 13 днів тому

    Love the thorogoods.

  • @THEFAITHFULPALADIN
    @THEFAITHFULPALADIN 2 місяці тому +1

    Great video as always!!

  • @JulianJohnston919
    @JulianJohnston919 18 днів тому

    Great post as always guys, thanks for sharing!

  • @paull3042
    @paull3042 2 місяці тому

    Seriously guys… I love your videos! Especially the ones with work boots.
    I bought a pair of Red Wing 1907’s because of your channel.
    When they need a resole, they’ll be coming your way!

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому

      Thanks so much! We’re happy to help.

  • @demcq9534
    @demcq9534 6 днів тому

    It’s great to see that not everyone is from the throw it away generation. I did a rehab on my Danner Rainforests not long ago. So much better than breaking in new ones

  • @Sliwowsky
    @Sliwowsky 2 місяці тому

    this is just satysfying. Great craftsmaship

  • @bdove7939
    @bdove7939 16 днів тому

    Nothing wrong with that sink. Looks good.

  • @01tangodown
    @01tangodown 4 дні тому

    I love old world craftsmanship. Im fortunate to live very close to whites boots so I mostly buy those as they are made the old way by hand which certainly makes a difference. Keep up the good work!

    • @danherrick5785
      @danherrick5785 4 дні тому

      My company made whites boots in Clintonville Wisconsin back in the 90's. Good boot.

    • @01tangodown
      @01tangodown 3 дні тому

      ​@danherrick5785 what company was that? I wasn't aware they were made anywhere else besides the pnw.

    • @danherrick5785
      @danherrick5785 3 дні тому +1

      @@01tangodown We were a plant owned by LaCrosse Footwear. LaCrosse purchased Danner Boots back in the 90s. This was a Danner plant that made boots for various other brands. Whites was one of them. I actually have a pair. One boot has a Danner label, and the other has a Whites label. Same boot with differnet camo pattern and leather tanning, but same construction. When we made the Whites boots, we would use a gore-tex waterproof bootie for both brands. These booties had a Danner logo on them all. We asked Whites Boots if it would be a problem to have a Danner stamped bootie inside a Whites boot. They had no problem at all. So look inside your Whites boots, you might find a Danner label.

  • @ThisIsFrankLucas
    @ThisIsFrankLucas 2 місяці тому

    Master artistry on full display here.❤

  • @hermyherm365
    @hermyherm365 Місяць тому

    These work boot resoles videos I really enjoy keep up the good work guys much love

  • @skrimpjones
    @skrimpjones 2 місяці тому

    It would be cool to see a video explaining all the tools the job they do and their history.

  • @TheOnefalcon07
    @TheOnefalcon07 2 місяці тому

    I always look forward to every one of your videos. Absolutely love them.

  • @Mini_Truckers_Lifestyle
    @Mini_Truckers_Lifestyle 2 місяці тому

    Moc toes are my favorite and watching resoles of them are my favorite to!

  • @vicenteg1990
    @vicenteg1990 2 місяці тому

    Your videos are definitely therapeutic, like watching artist paint art. You guys actually inspired me to dip my toes in my own project. Question! What leather weight do you guys use for the mid soles. Keep up the great work and keep those videos coming.

  • @donnamullins2089
    @donnamullins2089 2 місяці тому

    Nice job. Ready for more years of wear. Thanks.

  • @clayfeathers
    @clayfeathers Місяць тому

    My fav part is the cork with the hot iron.

  • @kimholloway1169
    @kimholloway1169 2 місяці тому

    I would love to see more of the uppers being polished. But great videos. And yes, it's very therapeutic. 😊

  • @appalachiangunman9589
    @appalachiangunman9589 2 місяці тому +2

    Great job they look awesome! Based on the welt I’m thinking those are 1907’s, I have the same boots, they’re my favorite boots I’ve ever owned.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you! Yeah, they’re great boots.

  • @davidbrooks4294
    @davidbrooks4294 2 місяці тому

    Thank You, answered my question from last video about my Thorogood moc toe, wedge soul, steel toe boots. Gives me hope.

  • @WayneSmith-zx3tf
    @WayneSmith-zx3tf 2 місяці тому

    It's interesting that you mentioned people saying your vids. are therapeutic for them. I've felt this way about them since I started watching them a few years ago, I just wasn't using the word therapeutic. Carry on.

  • @JoeXTheXJuggalo1
    @JoeXTheXJuggalo1 2 місяці тому +3

    I nean it is true about your videos being therapeutic and relaxing. Its because how peoples brains are wired. Watching things start from nothing into something or seeing something all worn out be turned into something that look almost like new it's triggers those neurons in our brains. I mean have you ever sat down and watched Bob Ross paint and felt so calm and relaxed? Bob Ross is the OG of ASMR.
    I watch multiple channels of people build, and crafting with their own 2 hands. I watch channels like yours that fix and repairs things.
    A couple examples I watch a channel of a guy who's wheelchair bound with a neuromuscular disease and he creates masterpieces in the game Minecraft and theres a Polish guy who post in shop videos of his rug cleaning business. They're just so relaxing to watch while also being entertaining.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +2

      We completely agree! We both watch a lot of restoration videos, I love barber channels like “Haircut Harry”, and, yeah, who doesn’t love the old Bob Ross videos? 😉 Glad you enjoy the channel! We appreciate you watching.

    • @JoeXTheXJuggalo1
      @JoeXTheXJuggalo1 2 місяці тому

      @@TrentonHeath 👍
      Also I like watching haircuts harry. Nothing beats a old fashioned straight razor shave. Just satisfying to watch stuff like that. Arts/craft stuff and cooking type channels are my favorite

  • @judithschram5597
    @judithschram5597 2 місяці тому

    Wow! Fabulous job! Boots look great! ❤

  • @or9481
    @or9481 2 місяці тому

    Gorgeous. Well done, sir.

  • @1b1uster
    @1b1uster 2 місяці тому

    As the French say, “Rien ne reussit comme le succes.” Nothing succeeds like success. Wishing you continued success. Marvelous videos!

  • @paul_domici
    @paul_domici 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful job guys!!! I feel more relaxed indeed : )

  • @TheEyeFoundry
    @TheEyeFoundry 2 місяці тому

    Yep I have a very stressful job this helps me! Thanks.

  • @fredericlarre1640
    @fredericlarre1640 2 місяці тому

    your videos are awesome,
    They are therapeutic,
    My favorite thing to do when I feel stressed is to shine all my shoes.

  • @Delta-b9z
    @Delta-b9z Місяць тому

    “Give me something that doesn’t cost a lot and just gets the job done.” Well, that looks like a million dollar restoration!

  • @jayaldridge9520
    @jayaldridge9520 2 місяці тому

    It is a relaxing video channel. Especially when you use the hot cork

  • @carlschnier4089
    @carlschnier4089 Місяць тому +1

    Try a scouring pad and some Comet on that sink.
    Always leave it better than you found it

  • @lp-xl9ld
    @lp-xl9ld 2 місяці тому +1

    I never thought of your videos as "therapeutic"...but hey, whatever works!

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +1

      Different strokes for different folks, I suppose.

  • @CurtS1957
    @CurtS1957 6 днів тому

    Great job. Keep up the good work 😎👍

  • @NonLegitNation2
    @NonLegitNation2 2 місяці тому +9

    2:49 did those boots really have a RFID chip embedded in the sole?

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +4

      Could be. First time we’ve ever seen one on a pair of Red Wings.

    • @michaelxr2460
      @michaelxr2460 2 місяці тому +1

      I bought a pair of used 1907’s on eBay and resoled them myself (after watching all of T&H’s videos of course), and they had RFID just like this.

  • @PILATUS1968
    @PILATUS1968 Місяць тому

    now that you mention it yes with me it helps me wind down from a long day

  • @DavidLeBlanc
    @DavidLeBlanc 2 місяці тому +1

    Just cleaning them made a big difference. It was all up from there.

  • @p.f.droney8973
    @p.f.droney8973 Місяць тому +2

    Came for a boot cleaning tutorial. Now I'm in marriage counseling. Thanks a lot Trenton.

  • @ged3680
    @ged3680 2 місяці тому +1

    Excellent work Sir, Ged, UK.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому

      Thank you! We appreciate you watching,

  • @richardjones3826
    @richardjones3826 2 місяці тому

    I was glued to my seat watching, which was a real pain as it took an age to unglue myself🤣🤣🤣 great vlog guys. Juhaptergee

  • @thesharpercoder
    @thesharpercoder 2 місяці тому

    I go further than simply wiping away saddle soap. After wiping it away, there is always a little left behind. I use a different brush and give it a scrub with water, followed by another wiped down with a different dry cloth.
    I let it dry at room temperature for at least 48 hours.

    • @TrentonHeath
      @TrentonHeath  2 місяці тому +4

      For time purposes, we don’t show everything. We also ran them under water to wash away the soap, wiped them down, let them sit for a while to dry and then brushed them with a horsehair brush.

  • @brycecrousore1985
    @brycecrousore1985 2 місяці тому

    Small businesses and small business owners will always be the backbone of America. Supporting our local businesses - AND WITH CASH! - is the best thing we can do.

  • @kcgaidin
    @kcgaidin 2 місяці тому

    This is so satisfying

  • @t2k777
    @t2k777 2 місяці тому +1

    wow they look great

  • @DoraDominguezCarey
    @DoraDominguezCarey 2 місяці тому

    As a clinical mental health counselor, I totally agree about your videos being therapeutic. #ASMR
    Best from Midland, Texas.

  • @fingereti
    @fingereti 26 днів тому

    That sink is very ok for a workshop.

  • @katzwhite5962
    @katzwhite5962 2 місяці тому

    Like the video. I find it relaxing. Love seeing how it all comes together. Watching from UK🇬🇧😅

  • @artflorez1568
    @artflorez1568 2 місяці тому +1

    Great job! Since you talked about this being a basic "budget" repair, how much did this cost versus one will all the bells and whistles?

  • @eladlutz
    @eladlutz Місяць тому

    Not many local good cobbler left, thanks for making the videos.

  • @HungryH1951
    @HungryH1951 2 місяці тому

    A beautiful job. If they were my boots I would be very pleased with the job you did.

  • @MrCabimero
    @MrCabimero 19 днів тому

    How old are the machines that you use? How do you find anyone today to repair the machines? How many years did you train for your profession and where did you learn it? Thanks ! Really admire you and your skills!

  • @JoeMomma-mx8ek
    @JoeMomma-mx8ek 2 місяці тому +1

    I have those same boots. I’m a retired union crane operator (local 12 in Los Angeles), and worked the iron workers of local 433 & 416 the majority of the time. These are the boots they also wear. I love my boots, but the soles are the weak point for me. Sitting in the cab with my feet cocked sideways and on the throttle & swing brake, the rear right outside corners always wear out. The soles are soft like erasers. But the leather is soft & comfortable, and you can see where it’s molded around my pinky toes because I have wide feet. I just dropped them off at Red Wing yesterday to have my third set of soles put on. I’ll deal with the soft eraser soles because the boots have molded to my feet & feel like slippers. And that my friends is why people resole their boots and don’t buy new ones. How long would it take to get new leather to become one with your fat foot again?