With a disposable society it is refreshing to watch hand crafted and hand repaired shoes. I always thought that a cobbler was a dead job since very few still work it. Excellent work there Dan
As automated and well, “disposable” this new age is getting, I always feel that there will be a need for these niche industries. Some people are too sentimental with their things to just throw away, so there will always be a need for human craftsmanship.
One of my teachers once said that his old headmaster used to wear plated shoes and you could hear him approaching from miles away. Said everyone felt his authority as he made ‘patrols’. Can’t imagine a headmaster like that nowadays, would send chills down my spine.
Well seeing you asked, I am very excited because I just bought for the first time in my life a pair of second hand American cowboy boots. I have NEVER stuck my feet into someone else's shoes ever! But today at the age of 65 I couldn't resist because when I saw them without thinking I had gone from the outside looking in to trying them on. And they fitted as if I had been wearing them for twenty years. $100.00 AUD + $50.00 AUD for a new heel and a polish. Voila good for another twenty years. So so so happy. So that's what I have been doing today. Oh and great job on the Dress shoes.
Hang on a minute, these Oxfords turned into Brogues or Semi Brogues when the toe plates were added! Loving the videos, its always great to see a genuine craftsman at work. I know where I will be bringing my ammo boots when they need some love.
we enjoy your programmes because we like watching you use tools and machinery . back in the 50's you could usually find a good cobbler in most towns and cities. people today buy a lot of plastic and man made shoes which generally dont get brought to a cobbler's shop ,folks just keep buying plastic shoes . there is nothing comparable to comfort as a well wore in all leather shoe that a cobbler can maintain for you ,making your leather shoes last a very long time.
I can’t explain it, but I really enjoy your videos. So relaxing, professionally made, and the energy you put into them is so inspiring. You have inspired me to visit my local cobbler and have several pair of my shoes repaired instead of tossing them . Keep up the great videos and stay sticky!
Great video Dan! I worked with pre war cars for ten years until 2 years ago, I’ve retrained and gone into security but you know what? I really like the idea of training as a cobbler. I love crafts and hands on things and I’m a true lover of anything hand done. Such a brilliant craft. I’m going to visit your shop at some point, when we’re allowed to travel and work allows, of corse 🙄 keep well fella!!!
I hope you are wearing protective goggles when using the cutter knife. I had an experience with my dad when the cutter broke and flew almost hitting me in the face. I was just lucky it didn't hit me in the eye. You have awesome works by the way. Stay safe.
Those are the most amazing shoes I've ever seen! Now I want a pair of super lucky kicks! Like full on 7 nail horse shoes, 4 leaf clovers, lucky rabbits foot print on the middle sole, maybe a wishbone somewhere. Oh and I'm not sure but possibly using pennies in some way either fastened heads up on the tongue and or even somehow fashioned into the lace holes! Oh and keys of course, which are also considered lucky! Maybe a key fitted on the back heel?
One more thing, if Dan happens to read this, descriptions of the purpose and effect of various shoe upgrades/modifications etc would be greatly appreciated. Obviously Dan already does this but more in-depth would go a long way in adding interest factor. Best!
The bigger irony here is, he repairs shoes for a living. He takes something that companies would like us to use and throw out and buy new, and makes em last longer. Yet, Apple is the worst offender in the world when it comes to anti-repair.
Dan, you asked if anyone knew where to get Bigger Horseshoes - Have you tried at a Local Stables or Blacksmiths......??? 🤔🤔 (😂🤣, Apologises, but I couldn’t resist!🤣😂). On a serious note, What a skilled, knowledgeable, informative Tradesman/Cobbler you are. I’m very impressed! Good on you 👍🏼
Just a minor point but those Loakes have an open lacing system therefore they are derbys, not oxfords. Sorry to be pedantic. Great video as usual though.
Very tidy workmanship! Question please!~ I am fitting some cast aluminium pony shoes to my hunting rubber boot heels for extra grip on steep ground. What do you suggest I use to fix them on with, horseshoe nails or screws? The boots have no wood or leather in them at all. Thanks very much for your opinion!
They’re ripping of the leather, the leather cutting, and the hammering of nails is the best part of the ASMR. Don’t scam fast through those on your video deletes and edits. Those are the best parts
First time caller; great channel! Utterly impressed and kind-of hooked into wearing leather boots and shoes. Ive been thinking about this a lot lately- Im sick and tired of buying expensive (name brand) sneakers that (while admittedly comfortable) just don't last and sure as shib cant be repaired. Thing is Im way down south in NZ. I would love to know of some brands that I could look into that will last a life-time (with maintenance and repair obvs). I know this is months after posting and not likely to be seen by many but would really appreciate any leads.
I wish i had a pair a clickers like those on my drill boots when i was in the Canadian Militia. I am sure that I would have left a hole in the ground when i slammed my foot down at attention...
Hey Dan, any tips on removing nails stuck in the heels of shoes? I removed my old shoe taps, but they were so worn down that one of the nails is almost flush with the heel. I've been trying to use pliers and a the rear of hammer but haven't had any luck; I'm just wearing down the nail even more.
What type of hammer do you use? And why use a rounded off taper on the back instead of something that is flattened at the end? I understand the taper so you can set tacks. But a flat end would seem better.
Hi, Thanks for making the video. I did not even know that was possible to put a "lulu" type protector over a glued half sole. I was wondering the name brand of those 5mm thick half soles? Did you say hexane? I want to perhaps do the same with my Imperials. Please advice!
With a disposable society it is refreshing to watch hand crafted and hand repaired shoes. I always thought that a cobbler was a dead job since very few still work it. Excellent work there Dan
As automated and well, “disposable” this new age is getting, I always feel that there will be a need for these niche industries. Some people are too sentimental with their things to just throw away, so there will always be a need for human craftsmanship.
One of my teachers once said that his old headmaster used to wear plated shoes and you could hear him approaching from miles away. Said everyone felt his authority as he made ‘patrols’. Can’t imagine a headmaster like that nowadays, would send chills down my spine.
New addiction: Watching shoes getting repaired before falling a sleep (check)
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Dude same!
he really needs to do some asmr shop video
Same here 😁
Well seeing you asked, I am very excited because I just bought for the first time in my life a pair of second hand American cowboy boots. I have NEVER stuck my feet into someone else's shoes ever! But today at the age of 65 I couldn't resist because when I saw them without thinking I had gone from the outside looking in to trying them on. And they fitted as if I had been wearing them for twenty years. $100.00 AUD + $50.00 AUD for a new heel and a polish. Voila good for another twenty years. So so so happy. So that's what I have been doing today. Oh and great job on the Dress shoes.
Finally an episode my horse and I can watch together.
It’s great to see a “Proper Job” old school Cobbler, good on yer! You’re about as common as Siberian Tigers 👍
Google siberian tiger lol
Glad your busy, so many small businesses struggling
Fantastic skills. I especially liked the part where the shoe switches seamlessly from a plain shoe to a brogue and back again.
Good to see you are busy! Looks likee you have a lot of shoes waiting for your magic touch. Glad to see people value quality workmanship!
I love to see a true craftsmen going about their business. In this throw away world it is gratifying to see things made to last. Great video.
Hang on a minute, these Oxfords turned into Brogues or Semi Brogues when the toe plates were added! Loving the videos, its always great to see a genuine craftsman at work. I know where I will be bringing my ammo boots when they need some love.
He has a partial resoling video involving hob nail "ammo"/parade boots.
we enjoy your programmes because we like watching you use tools and machinery . back in the 50's you could usually find a good cobbler in most towns and cities. people today buy a lot of plastic and man made shoes which generally dont get brought to a cobbler's shop ,folks just keep buying plastic shoes . there is nothing comparable to comfort as a well wore in all leather shoe that a cobbler can maintain for you ,making your leather shoes last a very long time.
I can’t explain it, but I really enjoy your videos. So relaxing, professionally made, and the energy you put into them is so inspiring. You have inspired me to visit my local cobbler and have several pair of my shoes repaired instead of tossing them . Keep up the great videos and stay sticky!
Thats great to hear man!
I am glad to see this type of craftmanship has not died! Keep going strong!
Well, it never ceases to amaze me just what UA-cam recommends for me. Watched straight through, Dan. Great job. Think you need a sister ASMR channel.
Always good to watch a craftsman at work, great job done well
What a unique job! Very cool putting horseshoes on the heals. No sneaking around in those puppies.
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True craftsmanship. Wish they would do the same quality work in Denmark
Great video Dan! I worked with pre war cars for ten years until 2 years ago, I’ve retrained and gone into security but you know what? I really like the idea of training as a cobbler. I love crafts and hands on things and I’m a true lover of anything hand done. Such a brilliant craft. I’m going to visit your shop at some point, when we’re allowed to travel and work allows, of corse 🙄 keep well fella!!!
A very fine job! Love that French bulldog at the intro... once we had two of these
, black ones!
There were two sets, weren't there? Some of the close up shots don't have the "T" part on the leather heel...
What a very nice jib’ we can see you live it and that is certainly why you do it so well.
Interesting as Heck! Not very many people have a hands on type job, u seem to really enjoy what u do. Continued Success.
I think it would be fun to have a pair of Shoes
like those.
Very nice job.
Jeff
I hope you are wearing protective goggles when using the cutter knife. I had an experience with my dad when the cutter broke and flew almost hitting me in the face. I was just lucky it didn't hit me in the eye. You have awesome works by the way. Stay safe.
I can't get over how you say your THs as an F. Adorable.
Great precision dude. Sound of horse shoe and metal toe would have been an added bonus to this vlog though👍
Those are the most amazing shoes I've ever seen! Now I want a pair of super lucky kicks! Like full on 7 nail horse shoes, 4 leaf clovers, lucky rabbits foot print on the middle sole, maybe a wishbone somewhere. Oh and I'm not sure but possibly using pennies in some way either fastened heads up on the tongue and or even somehow fashioned into the lace holes! Oh and keys of course, which are also considered lucky! Maybe a key fitted on the back heel?
One more thing, if Dan happens to read this, descriptions of the purpose and effect of various shoe upgrades/modifications etc would be greatly appreciated. Obviously Dan already does this but more in-depth would go a long way in adding interest factor. Best!
Agreed +1.
He has lovely talking style and additional education would be gratly appreciated.
Dude, you a real pro!!!! Excellent!!!
Clean and professional job
You're a true craftsman Dan, now I want horseshoes on all my shoes.
"It can be worse, it can be a Samsung " lmao well I'm slightly offended 😅(says Samsung user)
I was thinking the same lol as I'm a Samsung Galaxy user aswell lol x
The bigger irony here is, he repairs shoes for a living. He takes something that companies would like us to use and throw out and buy new, and makes em last longer. Yet, Apple is the worst offender in the world when it comes to anti-repair.
I love watching you work. Good craftsmanship is hard to find. Love the puppies
You're the best of the best! Greetings from Nicaragua.
WORKS OF ART ! IMPRESSIVE !
Mr. you are making the man hours.
Dan, you asked if anyone knew where to get Bigger Horseshoes - Have you tried at a Local Stables or Blacksmiths......??? 🤔🤔
(😂🤣, Apologises, but I couldn’t resist!🤣😂).
On a serious note, What a skilled, knowledgeable, informative Tradesman/Cobbler you are. I’m very impressed! Good on you 👍🏼
Haha very good 😅
“Could be worse... could be a Samsung” Literally made me laugh out loud! 😂😂🤣🤣 🍎🍎
as talented as this guy is , lets face it , if just had a video of him peeling an orange.............. we'd watch it .
Awesome work!!! Very impressive!!
I half expected to see George in a Santa hat! Great video as always!
He is atm! I’ll edit the intro next time haha
Tring shoe repair & key shop Ha! That’s excellent! Merry Christmas! 🎄
Nice video it would be cool to see the customers reaction.
Good idea, I’ll consider it for another video
👍🏻 Happy New Year God Bless.
He is gorgeous💕💕🙏🏼
dear god yes. found my new husband..
Just a minor point but those Loakes have an open lacing system therefore they are derbys, not oxfords. Sorry to be pedantic. Great video as usual though.
Keen eye!
Noticed that too, I was looking through the comments to see who else did lol
@@daimingsing It's my fault for watching The Elegant Oxford and Kirby Allison so much. These details kind of get stuck in your head :)
It's Saturday night, and I'm watching video after video of a guy repairing shoes.....
I would love you to do that to all my Oxfords and Boots! Big hello from 🇨🇦!
Hi Canada!
Watching you all the way from Mumbai, in India. Good stuff
Excellent job a box is going to show up with 19 more pairs of brand new shoes wanting the same
Thanks for these videos, helping me destress
Hi Dan! May you make video about cop motorcycle boots please? Also, may you show what kind of boots you usually wear? Love you and your video!
I should have some general motorcycle boots coming in soon will be sure to make a video on that
Don't fret about the iPhone. Life of Boris for years used a phone and still does for many of his videos.
1, 2, 3, 4, 6.... :)) Awesome video, Dan! Been binge watching your videos, really relaxing while working. Happy new year!
Interesting. New to me. Good work.
1,2,3,4,6..... lol! When putting on the toe tip
dan the man is back!
Beautiful my brother
Amazing job
Very tidy workmanship! Question please!~ I am fitting some cast aluminium pony shoes to my hunting rubber boot heels for extra grip on steep ground. What do you suggest I use to fix them on with, horseshoe nails or screws? The boots have no wood or leather in them at all.
Thanks very much for your opinion!
They’re ripping of the leather, the leather cutting, and the hammering of nails is the best part of the ASMR. Don’t scam fast through those on your video deletes and edits. Those are the best parts
First time caller; great channel! Utterly impressed and kind-of hooked into wearing leather boots and shoes. Ive been thinking about this a lot lately- Im sick and tired of buying expensive (name brand) sneakers that (while admittedly comfortable) just don't last and sure as shib cant be repaired. Thing is Im way down south in NZ. I would love to know of some brands that I could look into that will last a life-time (with maintenance and repair obvs). I know this is months after posting and not likely to be seen by many but would really appreciate any leads.
Wow, amazing good job bro!
Hello Dan, quick question, is it possible to put toe plates on a pair of lady's Oxford size 4.5UK 7US?
Kind regards 🙏🏻
I was waiting for you to stain the new leather on the heels to match what was left showing on the sole .
Tq bro love from india
I wish i had a pair a clickers like those on my drill boots when i was in the Canadian Militia. I am sure that I would have left a hole in the ground when i slammed my foot down at attention...
That’s is sik very good job bro well don. I wan to do my shoes like that
Great job!!!
They are not Oxford, they are Derby.
Brilliant channel, really interesting content.
How long has it taken for you to learn the trade and get to where you are now?
Hey Dan, any tips on removing nails stuck in the heels of shoes? I removed my old shoe taps, but they were so worn down that one of the nails is almost flush with the heel. I've been trying to use pliers and a the rear of hammer but haven't had any luck; I'm just wearing down the nail even more.
Very impressive. How much did the job cost? Thanks Gary.
I like to put some toe plates on all my shoes, since I tend to kick while walking. Makes my shoes last alot longer.
Nice job…one minor correction…those are Derbys not Oxfords.
I intend to have a go at putting on the horse shoe plates for mine. Any advice on sourcing the leather insert?
Good brother
Very smart. Any reason not to recess the horseshoe into the current heel as doing it the way you have increases the heel height?
it's only a few mil in height, extra wear if anything :) and would be much more challenging to neatley recess a horse shoe shape into an existng heel.
I thought you would have dyed the rest of the sole black underneath those parade boots.
Either way brilliant job!
What type of hammer do you use? And why use a rounded off taper on the back instead of something that is flattened at the end? I understand the taper so you can set tacks. But a flat end would seem better.
That’s what I need to do to my Allen-Edmonds!
Awesome videos! Been watching a few each night. Quick question, and I'm too lazy to google this. Any idea why they are called "Lulu" toe plates?
Hi I am impressed with your workmanship. I am intrested to buy this type of horse heel shoes with metal toe plates. I am from India.
I'm not a cobbler but I do love thrifting good quality shoes for resale.
I wish I could see and hear these shoes being walked in
another great upload, where can I buy these bad boys?
Hi, Thanks for making the video. I did not even know that was possible to put a "lulu" type protector over a glued half sole. I was wondering the name brand of those 5mm thick half soles? Did you say hexane? I want to perhaps do the same with my Imperials.
Please advice!
Lasts for life time.
Can you do this to sneakers aswell on the heel? I have alot of wear on my outer heel which always half's the life of the shoe 😔
Apple is for edgy teens lol good bless love your content
Wait, you can get your keys battery replaced? I was wondering why one of the car keys played up a lot, it's probably the battery!
Hello, do you also take orders from Germany and what is the cost of work like this
Not sure how I got here but love watching, where did you learn? those machines look expensive ...happy new year
Working with various other experienced cobblers! And yes I’m still paying for them haha
Were these for Vaush? 🐎
Nice job fella - why the different shoes at the end - weren't those brogues?¿???
Well spotted ;) there were actually two pairs on the go that day only showed one at the start.
Only the RAF would firstly get issued Loakes shoes ! and secondly replace a lovely leather sole with rubber !!!!
They want grip, they ask for rubber soles to be added.
@@Dan_the_cobbler Lol, thats why the Army wear drill boots with leather soles and big metal segs !
Take it up with my RAF customers if you’re so bothered by it.
@@Dan_the_cobbler Not bothered at all, just a comment, its called banter between services, apologies if you don't get it.keep up the good work.
Oh I see I didn’t pick up lol
Would you like to share any gym workout tips?
good job :) and i had a few laughs, thank you :D
Could you do a video on how to add extra needed belt holes on a belt?
Keep up the good work, sir. Someday you might make enough money to buy clothes that fit. 😁
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