Somewhere there is a dumpster missing a pair of boots. The finished product meets the exceedingly high standards that you gentleman have set for yourselves. Thank you once again for sharing.
Just received my Southern Polished bull hide sandals this week. Shipping was really fast and they're really well made! It was a bit of a splurge purchase for me, but I wanted to support you guys after all the great content you've put out over the years.
Okay, Trent, if you are going to be hawking some jeans, the least you could do is model them for us and show the fit. 😘 Actually, I would have liked to see the difference between the two pairs you ordered.
Great video and work as always! I do happen to have 3 pairs of Revtown jeans and khakis, they are awesome! Yes, I always share your restoration videos on FB.
Really enjoyed the content-just a little bit of each step. I also enjoyed the distant shots of both of you working at the work bench. A little bit of a difference. It’s nice to see you listening to your viewers and following through.
Thanks for this video! I am considering doing some cobbler-ing on my 1000 miles as a DIY project. What thickness/weight veg tan do you recommend for the fiberboard insole replacement to match the original volume of the shoe? I don't want to use super thick insole leather and reduce that as these are already a perfect fit for me at their current volume.
I own a pair of these. Fantastic boots Like all quality boots, they take a little time to break in. Once they are, though, it's like covering your feet in a coat of armor that only gets more beautiful with time.
1st they dont have my size. 2nd if they did I can by 4 to 6 pair of wrangler or similar for that price. For what seems like the same material. Jeans I buy from Walmart will allow me to run, jump over fences and atg squats with all the stretches mess I needs.
Holy moly, you guys freak me out when I see you cutting stitches and separating the leather with sharp tools, I suppose it’s just years and years of practice and professionalism.
Hey guys - As many times as I've seen your restoration magic, I continue to be amazed by it. Great job, as always. And Trent, you know that I trust you, so my jeans are already ordered! :)
Used “Shoe Goo” while in Iraq and Afghanistan. No cobblers hate it when people use stuff like that. Good to know you can still save them after using stuff like that v
Why do you use gimming instead of cutting a hold fast into the insole? I've seen you use the hold fast method once before but you definitely seem to prefer gimming. Not a criticism, just curious about the pros and cons of each.
I would love to see 2 videos per week... A repair video and maybe a review, brand showcase or industry discussion? something like that would be awesome... great video as always
@@TrentonHeath Are you going to do another mega sandal assembly video? Set up a couple of cameras in the shop and then play them back at 3x speed. Use Yakky Sax as the music!
Disclaimer: I know nothing of this - I just got my first pair of Wolverines (cap toe). I always wonder how much a rework like this costs. It looks like many hours of work (beautiful work) and materials. I wonder how one justifies the cost of this rework vs. just buying a new pair.
You’d be surprised. This video went WAY above and beyond a basic resole. I could resole a pair of Wolverines, not counting glue time, in less than an hour, charge $150 (more expensive than most places), and you’d still come out over $200 cheaper having them repaired than new.
I have similar condition wolverine 1000mile. Do you do this work for the public or only for video content? I'd love to have my 6year old boots restored by you! They are my daily wear boots for teaching pottery.
Great work, as always. Is there a way to maintain a good patina on your boots without the leather becoming too dehydrated? I love the way my Thursday Boots are aging and fading in color, but am not sure when to treat them with the conditioner. I don’t want to lose that heavily used look.
A lot of neutral shoe creams do this. Bick 4 in particular is a product known for not darkening leather at all while still moisturizing. It's also pretty cheap and doesn't have any of the bad stuff like silicone.
Any idea how old that hammer is? Im a blacksmith/farrier by trade and im fascinated by hammers! That one looks pretty old to me! Love the videos guys! You have the coolest shop!
Re the jeans! When I was a kid , Levi's , when you unfolded them they folded themselves back up seriously , had to be washed and broken in but lasted for years , still wearing a pair ! Had em tailored from flares to straight leg , all modern jeans are a pale imitation.....
I just bought a pair of compote Throgoods. Love the color and fit, but wish they could be changed into a regular toe boot. Not exactly sure what that is called, but can you convert a comp toe into a normal toe or should I just buy another pair of boots?? Your answer is greatly appreciated. My favorite UA-camR Channel PERIOD!!!
Unfortunately I have seen these boots with the heel hollowed out for smuggling, I used to work for UK BORDER AGENCY and our search kit was going mental we found explosive's in both heels , it's a sad world we live in
Really like how the boots turned out. Then I went and checked on the Revtown jeans and was very disappointed. Seems you can only buy from them if you are the perfect size (32, 34, or 36) waist. Guess what? I'm not, nor are a whole lot of us. So I'm glad that the jeans worked out for you, but I won't be able to recommend them to anyone. Not your fault.
Love Wolverine 1000 milers, a handsome boot for sure. Ive got two pairs of boots and a pair of sneakers. Not a fan of Revtown though. Their "digital tailor" sizing is way off so I would avoid clearance sales with that brand.
I will never get Wolverine boots ever again Pure junk. Doing the work I do those boots could not do the job. Timberlands are far better if you go with the PROs.
The shank is a perplexingly difficult thing to understand. A little pebble destroys me. That looks like a lot more than a pebble. How does it get buried?
vegan loves it?,, i hear recycled is accepted,, hey but,,, if you use leather to refix old leather boots,,, is that still respectful?,, i mean obviously better then buying new ones but,,, apple pinaple cork mushroom leather ,,, hope they find a more respectful replacement or solution
Why don't you stitch the midsole around the heel area? It seems to me that a stitched midsole makes a far stronger bond than a nailed one... Thank you.
I wish I was rich. I would love to be able to patronize craftsmen for top quality things rather than buy stuff from some poor slave children laborers in southeast Asia.
Would it have been cheaper if they just bought new boots. No doubt the quality of the boot is better than it would be new, but a dollar is a dollar... I have no clue what these cost new vs what the repair cost. Regardless, great work!!!
I think you guys should solicit for apprentices. This is fascinating to me and if I would have known a lifetime ago that this was a thing I would've considered it. Jussayin.
Makes you wonder that if a person can afford a very good boot, why one would the wear them down to the point they're literally falling apart as they walk in them. And then spend hundreds of dollars to bring them back to "like new". Embarrassment from friends who rag on him? I don't get it!
The cork jar is always less than half empty. Do yall buy this stuff pre-made or make batches of it yourselves in the shop? I swear every video, same amount every time.
An old guy I used to know, retired Air Force told me about a trick to remove crease lines from his dress shoes. He would take a sock filled with rice and toss it in the microwave for a couple of minutes, and then stuff them in his shoes and leave them overnight. The next day the creases were gone, and the toe was perfectly smooth again like a new pair of shoes. Have you guys ever heard of this. He was from Pensacola, thought it might be a southern thing?
That shoe cork clip! 😂 Thanks for inserting that for us oatmeal fans! You guys rock and a miracle worker!
Thank you so much!
@@TrentonHeath Satisfaction = hot cork.
@@TrentonHeath how often do you have to hand thread the bottom of the shoes like you did here?
You guys really need to get over your hot cork fetish.
@@TC-rc1zf Honestly, seeing a new welt stitched on is my favorite part.
Somewhere there is a dumpster missing a pair of boots. The finished product meets the exceedingly high standards that you gentleman have set for yourselves. Thank you once again for sharing.
Thank you for the obligatory canned cork ironing addition
12:09 - Gratuitous “Hot Cork” shot has us all, like: 🥴
😂😂😂😂 Thanks for that, guys! 🙌🏾
A joy to watch- really great to see a little bit more of the workshop too... Such painstaking and marvellous craftsmanship from you both!
Thank you very much!
These guys and Steve Bedo are my favourite cobblers. Such amazing work.
Steve Doudaklian
Turned out great.
Those boots lived a life. Wow.
This is better than Saturday morning cartoons. 🤦🏼♂️😂.
Great job as always and a complete transformation into an amazing looking pair of boots!!
Thank you. Honored to beat out Sat morning cartoons. 😂
Fantastic job, such skill and care when repairing these boots, keep up the excellent video work.
Great work restoring these magnificent boots.
Just received my Southern Polished bull hide sandals this week. Shipping was really fast and they're really well made! It was a bit of a splurge purchase for me, but I wanted to support you guys after all the great content you've put out over the years.
Thank you very much. Hope you enjoy them as much as we have over the years!
Gentleman never apologize for a long video, we will watch for hours. Thanks y'all.
Thank you so much!
1:21 that's for the condriban . In a movie with James woods I forget the name he put film in the heel lol
I used to get 501 Levi's ...$5...Army Navy store downtown Hartford, Conn..across from White Castle burgers..burgers price still pretty good.
Okay, Trent, if you are going to be hawking some jeans, the least you could do is model them for us and show the fit. 😘 Actually, I would have liked to see the difference between the two pairs you ordered.
Was just going to post the same, humm “if ya give me money, I’ll say anything”
@@redduc9523 Well, that wasn’t really the point I was making, but okay, fair.
Man, you both are magic, fantastic work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow guys, that was an enormous amount of work! They look amazing 🎉
Thank you so much!
I want these boots 😮
Happy the cork is back!
Thank you for making videos like these. Very soothing to my sole ;)
Trent, you forgot. You also replaced the laces. Great job!
😂
That feeling when your boots come back 10 times better than they were out of the factory...
acetone works great for thinning/melting superglue.
Great tip! Thanks.
Kind of like getting brand new tires and a fresh paint job on your Classic car
Beautiful as always.
Another brilliant job, Trent! 👍
Thank you sir!
6:40 flexing those cutting skills hahaha
Holy crap that insole was BUSTED!
Y'all's channel sparked my interest in fine shoes
Thank you! We’re glad it helped.
Me too, I got a deal on my first pair of nice shoes, clearance Johnston and Murphy wingtips for 55$, heck yeah. I just need nice clothes now, haha.
What an amazing transformation. You guy's nailed it! :-)
And stitched it,and polished it....😁
Great video and work as always! I do happen to have 3 pairs of Revtown jeans and khakis, they are awesome! Yes, I always share your restoration videos on FB.
Thank you very much! We appreciate you watching and sharing. Glad you like them. They are definitely comfortable.
Really enjoyed the content-just a little bit of each step. I also enjoyed the distant shots of both of you working at the work bench. A little bit of a difference. It’s nice to see you listening to your viewers and following through.
Thank you!
Wow I thought it was referring to the scene in wolverine where the guy walks till his feet blead
Nice job again!!! If they could talk, it would be with a big smile.
Yes a new video
Thanks for this video! I am considering doing some cobbler-ing on my 1000 miles as a DIY project. What thickness/weight veg tan do you recommend for the fiberboard insole replacement to match the original volume of the shoe? I don't want to use super thick insole leather and reduce that as these are already a perfect fit for me at their current volume.
These look amazing guys! Did you use hot cork or sheet?
I know you guys are seasoned pros, but to see the before (dead) and after (alive again) is still very gratifying. What a transformation! 👏🏼 👏🏾 👏🏽
Thank you very much! Have a great weekend.
I own a pair of these. Fantastic boots Like all quality boots, they take a little time to break in. Once they are, though, it's like covering your feet in a coat of armor that only gets more beautiful with time.
1st they dont have my size. 2nd if they did I can by 4 to 6 pair of wrangler or similar for that price. For what seems like the same material. Jeans I buy from Walmart will allow me to run, jump over fences and atg squats with all the stretches mess I needs.
Holy moly, you guys freak me out when I see you cutting stitches and separating the leather with sharp tools, I suppose it’s just years and years of practice and professionalism.
👍
The hollow heel might give it an air cushion
Interesting and great video. Would not the repair cost be as much as a new pair?
What happens if you don't spray the sole before stitching? The needle gets stuck?
Hey guys - As many times as I've seen your restoration magic, I continue to be amazed by it. Great job, as always. And Trent, you know that I trust you, so my jeans are already ordered! :)
Anthony, thank you, sir! You’re awesome.
How much would a job like that cost with all new insoles & all the work?
Used “Shoe Goo” while in Iraq and Afghanistan. No cobblers hate it when people use stuff like that. Good to know you can still save them after using stuff like that v
Why do you use gimming instead of cutting a hold fast into the insole? I've seen you use the hold fast method once before but you definitely seem to prefer gimming.
Not a criticism, just curious about the pros and cons of each.
I have the feeling that a new pair of Wolverine boots cost less than all this work.
A pair of 1000 Mile boots costs $340.
How much does a rebuild like this cost? $800? The time and the craftsmanship 😳
People will spend more than $2000 on vets bills for a beloved cat or dog they got from a shelter.
Do they even sell cobbling machines that are less than 50 years old?
They do.
What was the cost of this particular boot repair? Maybe the price of a new pair of boots? Or more?
I would love to see 2 videos per week... A repair video and maybe a review, brand showcase or industry discussion? something like that would be awesome... great video as always
That's a huge ask.
We really do want to do that. Time is a premium , especially since sandal season.
@@TrentonHeath Are you going to do another mega sandal assembly video? Set up a couple of cameras in the shop and then play them back at 3x speed. Use Yakky Sax as the music!
Disclaimer: I know nothing of this - I just got my first pair of Wolverines (cap toe).
I always wonder how much a rework like this costs.
It looks like many hours of work (beautiful work) and materials.
I wonder how one justifies the cost of this rework vs. just buying a new pair.
You’d be surprised. This video went WAY above and beyond a basic resole. I could resole a pair of Wolverines, not counting glue time, in less than an hour, charge $150 (more expensive than most places), and you’d still come out over $200 cheaper having them repaired than new.
What is the rough estimate cost for this repair? Would it be almost worth it to get a new pair instead?
How’d you bend the canvas to neatly at 8:42?
Can you tell us how much repairs costs?
Looks like Keith actually cut his thumb like everyone said he would
I got close and personal with the sole trimmer.
Oh damn......fabulous video guys! Sipping Michter’s while watching you work.🥃
Thank you!
happy ramadan dude and love from bangladesh
Happy Ramadan
would you guys be willing to do a shop tour video and talk about the machines you have and maybe there history?
In the works.
New video🥳yessir
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awww yisss so happy to see some HOT CORKING again
Wow👍💙
I have similar condition wolverine 1000mile. Do you do this work for the public or only for video content? I'd love to have my 6year old boots restored by you! They are my daily wear boots for teaching pottery.
Yes, you can mail them to us. Check us out at www.potterandsons.com
Do you charge the owners of the footwear that you use in your videos?
Yes, but sometimes we’ll throw in some extras for the video effect...with their permission, of course.
Great work, as always. Is there a way to maintain a good patina on your boots without the leather becoming too dehydrated? I love the way my Thursday Boots are aging and fading in color, but am not sure when to treat them with the conditioner. I don’t want to lose that heavily used look.
A lot of neutral shoe creams do this. Bick 4 in particular is a product known for not darkening leather at all while still moisturizing. It's also pretty cheap and doesn't have any of the bad stuff like silicone.
hello Trenton and Heath, how much does the makeover cost?
What would be the purpose of hollowing out the heel stack?
I think reducing weight and it would allow for heel cushion, like a hemorrhoid cushion. I think.
Does anyone who get resoles on these style of boots like 1000m, Iron Rangers or similar get leather filler instead of cork?
Any idea how old that hammer is? Im a blacksmith/farrier by trade and im fascinated by hammers! That one looks pretty old to me! Love the videos guys! You have the coolest shop!
Amazing that despite their condition, they were still super difficult to take apart, now that is well made
Mooi gemaakt vakwerk
Re the jeans! When I was a kid , Levi's , when you unfolded them they folded themselves back up seriously , had to be washed and broken in but lasted for years , still wearing a pair ! Had em tailored from flares to straight leg , all modern jeans are a pale imitation.....
Can we please have like an hour of hot corking compilation? 😂 It‘s just soooo relaxing!
I just bought a pair of compote Throgoods. Love the color and fit, but wish they could be changed into a regular toe boot. Not exactly sure what that is called, but can you convert a comp toe into a normal toe or should I just buy another pair of boots??
Your answer is greatly appreciated.
My favorite UA-camR Channel PERIOD!!!
At what point should you just buy a New pair? Your services cannot be cheap!
It really depends on the person and the shoe. (Already broken in, got them at a good price, sentimental value, etc.)
The ads are not a welcome change, at least their fairly easy to skip thru
love these full scale rebuilds, shows us just how much goes in to your work
Thank you!
Unfortunately I have seen these boots with the heel hollowed out for smuggling, I used to work for UK BORDER AGENCY and our search kit was going mental we found explosive's in both heels , it's a sad world we live in
Really like how the boots turned out. Then I went and checked on the Revtown jeans and was very disappointed. Seems you can only buy from them if you are the perfect size (32, 34, or 36) waist. Guess what? I'm not, nor are a whole lot of us. So I'm glad that the jeans worked out for you, but I won't be able to recommend them to anyone. Not your fault.
Love.007, Daniel Craig has been a top James Bond , great boot repair guys👏👏👍👍🍺🍺🇬🇧
Love Wolverine 1000 milers, a handsome boot for sure. Ive got two pairs of boots and a pair of sneakers. Not a fan of Revtown though. Their "digital tailor" sizing is way off so I would avoid clearance sales with that brand.
100 dollar jeans to work in!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 yeah right!!
I will never get Wolverine boots ever again Pure junk. Doing the work I do those boots could not do the job. Timberlands are far better if you go with the PROs.
Boot video was great love your style and craftsmanship. Jean sponsor, not so much.....
The shank is a perplexingly difficult thing to understand. A little pebble destroys me. That looks like a lot more than a pebble. How does it get buried?
vegan loves it?,, i hear recycled is accepted,, hey but,,, if you use leather to refix old leather boots,,, is that still respectful?,, i mean obviously better then buying new ones but,,, apple pinaple cork mushroom leather ,,, hope they find a more respectful replacement or solution
Excellent job!!! I suggest you guy's should get some eye and ear protection!!!
Why don't you stitch the midsole around the heel area? It seems to me that a stitched midsole makes a far stronger bond than a nailed one... Thank you.
I wish I was rich. I would love to be able to patronize craftsmen for top quality things rather than buy stuff from some poor slave children laborers in southeast Asia.
Would it have been cheaper if they just bought new boots. No doubt the quality of the boot is better than it would be new, but a dollar is a dollar... I have no clue what these cost new vs what the repair cost.
Regardless, great work!!!
I think you guys should solicit for apprentices. This is fascinating to me and if I would have known a lifetime ago that this was a thing I would've considered it. Jussayin.
Makes you wonder that if a person can afford a very good boot, why one would the wear them down to the point they're literally falling apart as they walk in them. And then spend hundreds of dollars to bring them back to "like new". Embarrassment from friends who rag on him? I don't get it!
The cork jar is always less than half empty. Do yall buy this stuff pre-made or make batches of it yourselves in the shop? I swear every video, same amount every time.
I am a subscriber, but jump off a month or two and then come back and watch current and older video's, top notch work.
Have you guys ever seen Alfa western boots for under 100. I was wondering if they were really handmade????
I appreciate the ad for jeans but $89 for a pair of jeans?!?!? Dumb. Hope to fit paid well for the bad ad.
An old guy I used to know, retired Air Force told me about a trick to remove crease lines from his dress shoes. He would take a sock filled with rice and toss it in the microwave for a couple of minutes, and then stuff them in his shoes and leave them overnight. The next day the creases were gone, and the toe was perfectly smooth again like a new pair of shoes. Have you guys ever heard of this. He was from Pensacola, thought it might be a southern thing?