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[@kolinmartz]

If your product deteriorated from mink oil..... it probably wasn’t worth buying to begin with.

[@MrRahimhosein]

Lol. Well said

[@michaelmoyers4926]

I’ve never had any issues with mink oil and my leather. It’s an odd coincidence that a great deal of the “mink oil destroys your leather!!” stuff on the internet is from companies that just so happen to sell a leather conditioner that’s 1) a secret recipe and 2) is SO much better for your leather goods.

[@bluebellyleathercare2725]

🤣 nailed it

[@gizmo8760]

You're right. I've used pure mink oil on all my boots and leather jackets. Great stuff. It makes my leather supple and soft and helps protect against water. I've used mink oil for years now and have never ever had any problems with any stitching or deterioration. I think the bad effects of mink oil are all a myth. Of course, it will darken nubuck leather, naked leather, and some light colored leathers though, but that's about it. For example, I won't use it on my beige colored naked buffalo hide leather jacket, so I used non darkening lexol conditioner instead. But I've used mink oil on my dyed color leathers with no darkening.

[@drainmonkeys385]

I’m 58 years old, my father is 83 years old my grandfather passed away 30 years ago, they have always used mink oil as well as I have on all of my leather products, and it has always been fantastic, it always makes the leather more supple and water resistant, it softens it up etc. however it will darken it a little bit, if you’re worried about that then don’t do it, but if you’re not I highly recommend Mink oil

[@ratoneJR]

I have been using mink oil for 40+ years...for a reason, it works. Never, ever a bad experience. Use it in the summer, let the heat of the sun "bake it" into the leather. Coat the entire boot and put in the sun when it is 100 degrees.

[@freepomeroon]

as an added bonus bright hot sun will kill any bacteria in the stitches, also don't forget to put paste in microwave for 30 seconds, makes it sink in faster.

[@TrebleForTheBass]

Or use a hair dryer works great for me. Wipe off excess and buff

[@johnrhodes3350]

@@freepomeroon except don't put a metal container in the microwave.

[@iggypopisgod9]

@@freepomeroon nah, a lighter to the metal casing much faster

[@PB4weGO]

Oven dry

[@apa7611]

I use mink oil only, never had a problem with my leather boots

[@brianc9374]

Saddle soap, mink oil, kiwi polish only things I ever use

[@im1who84u]

@@brianc9374 I worked in a landfill and wore waterproof leather boots, steel toed, with a steal shank. Every day I hosed them down. Once a week I used saddle soap, let dry, and then mink oil. Those boots lasted a long time and did their job. I took a college course to learn how to operate heavy equipment and the instructor also recommended saddle soap and mink oil for our boots.

[@Paul-q3m7k]

Lol I’ve been using mink oil on my high end hunting boots for 20 years . Absolutely zero issues

[@OldNew45]

I think those nay sayers had something dry rotted and it fell apart once they moistened it. It's simple leather care. You have to stay ahead of it. Once your leather stuff gets bad, it's on the downhill slope. I've been using mink oil on leather boots since I was about 7. I grew up on a dairy farm, and believe me, boots get DESTROYED. Spraying off with the hose twice a day. Constantly covered in manure. My dad made me put mink oil on about once a week, depending on time of year. I still use it, and will for a long time to come.

[@philovance1940]

I’ve been using mink oil for years on my leather boots, coats, gloves etc. never had a problem. I was taught to use it sparingly both when applying it to your leather and the number of times you apply it over the course of a year which is once, maybe twice a year depending on the situation.

[@RS3NDIT]

just used some mink oil on my first pair of western boots from double H. holy cow did it get way easier to put on and they look and feel absolutely INCREDIBLE. They were thirsty af

[@petesakes1985]

I actually Cowboy for a living and my boots are in the weather everyday and mink oil has always kept the water out

[@ninjasquirrels]

I use Mermac mink oil on my Dylan’s all the time…both pairs are treated once a month after a proper cleaning with saddle soap, I daily use a good brush on them for regular maintenance. This has been going on for the past 3 years, yes my Dylan’s are darker but they’re also soft, supple and water resistant 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@BlayzedBlue]

Mink oil is fantastic for waterproofing.

[@amychamplin6887]

I have a very expensive pair of Frye cognac leather boots. They are brand new and gorgeous, the only thing is they have an orange tint that I really don’t care for. I would like to make them more of a worn chocolate brown with some marbling. How would I do this, and can this be achieved by using Mink Oil ? I know Mink oil will make them darker, but if I use enough, will it darken the leather without hurting it ? These boots were a gift and I got them last year, so returning is not an option. I really want a darker brown. Help ???

[@richmck007]

Saw this video 4 years ago. I am back to say that the treatment and type of mink oil i used after watching your video has never deteriorated my Chelsea boots, my redwing boots and my blunstone boots and I wear them regularly and I also treat them as if they were a pet or child…With TLC. Never had an issue with Mink oil only repainting them. So I leave that to a Por shoemaker. Mink oil like all products should be kosher! Authentic, in another word.

[@bassheadlife492]

Thanks for the update!

[@richmck007]

@@bassheadlife492 have had my (from 2016) moctoe redwing boots resoled by a Redwing authorized professional and he has remarked on how well I kept them so I must be doing something right!

[@randyscott3386]

I mink oiled my nubuck leather Carolina Journeyman boots after about three years when they started to look so stained and dirty I thought they were beyond any hope and low and behold they look like a brand new pair of boots ! They have a smooth light tan finish and their probably waterproofed better than they were before .

[@40ozheineken]

I also have used mink oil on just about every leather item I have ever owned. Every kangaroo soccer shoe, every leather glove, every jacket, work boot..wallets and initially-stiff belts as well. Whatever. Never had an issue. I would put it on bread if I could. Love it.

[@whitemakesright2177]

Pure mink oil, with no additives, is just animal fat, so you could definitely eat it if you wanted to. Though it probably wouldn't taste very good, given that carnivore meat/fat is generally not very palatable.

[@joseelgallovelasquez7932]

I have a red wings boots, the boots are aluminum toe and waterproof leather. Everything was fine until I clean them with mink oil and while I was cutting grass water started to go inside the boot and have a wet feet. My previous boots were red wings king toe and also got damage the same way… the leather cracked right about where the sole and the upper joint.

[@SaltyPirate71]

There is a lot of "mink oil" products being sold that are only 10 to 20 percent mink oil, if it's even really mink, and the rest is a combination of paraffin oils (mineral oil variants). Mineral oil will cause leather to weaken and will break down stitching, both nylon and cotton. I question the authenticity of the mink oil anyone claims damaged their leather.

[@robertjohnston8116]

I have had two pairs of cowboy boots always use mink oil and I still have them one pair 16 year old other pair bought in 2006, had new soles fitted and still like new, best product too put on leather footwear 😊

[@peterellwood8267]

Thank you for the advice. I had heard a horror story and even asked the supplier of a Mink Oil Spray how this may affect my boots. They didn't answer....which got me thinking. You have kindly cleared this matter and I shall use this on my Nubuck boots, with no hesitation. Thanks again

[@KNIGHT-T1ME]

Mink oil is the best. Every real boot guy knows this. I too have used it for 30+ years.

[@afaqkhan2705]

If i apply neatsfoot oil and mink oil on leather jacket the result will good or bad

[@nobodysreview6137]

I use it instead of conditioner and polish, use saddle soap and then the mink oil, just buff it out with a dry rag and it wont be sticky that way, its a little creasy but drys in a day or so. Seams too soften up the leather and make it like new again. After using mink oil dont wear them for a few days though, the oil will atract dirt, let them dry for a day or so at least.

[@nemo5335]

the key with mink oil is to get real mink oil. a lot of the stuff called "mink oil" isn't, it's just a petrochemical. real mink oil is good shit, and you can buy a huge, huge tub of it (look for mermacs) at your local boot barn for pretty cheap.

[@omgitsjoetime]

Nemo I just went through 5 stores including 2 specific shoe stores in my area only Working Gear carried mink oil. Everything else was spray on chemical bullshit

[@About_that_ride]

Mink oil on a new pair of harley davidson waterproof boots mainly to stretch the calf portion out a little by applying hot air with aa blow dryer. Should this do the trick and in the process not ruin my boots? Thanks (yes they’re leather, i think they liner is what makes them waterproof)

[@clintonm2357]

I have a pair of cold weather Army boots issued to me in 2005 (16 years old as of this writing) and have never used anything but sadlesoap and mink oil on them. I don't polish them or anything and they are the warmest, most waterproof boots I've ever worn. My guess about people who hate mink oil are worried about the minks. They tell stories about it being bad for leather to dissuade people from buying it.

[@mitchellgardner2193]

I bought a pair of ariat sierra work boots & applied mink oil, they were light tan & tbh i like the color better after the mink oil. lol

[@MrPillsbury151]

I as well like how it darkens the boots.

[@danbarb9728]

people ask for animal friendly alternative products instead of mink oil for their animal skin shoes :)

[@JG-dh4pe]

Sounds about right. I have a roof cleaning business and people often ask if our moss and algae killer can harm plants...

[@jewelciappio2878]

Mink live an awful existence in cages as a result of the mink oil trade. Animal skins... are a byproduct of the meat industry and not bred only for thier skins in insanitary conditions. Yes... it matters.

[@timothyprice9064]

Lol, I never thought of that, mink oil is all I have ever known for waterproofing and conditioning leather.

[@davidharris8797]

I like mink oil it really water proofs well last a long time I like the shinny look on clean pair of boots the patina shows thru doesn't hide any thing I do brush in extra oil so it won't attract dirt but seems to work best Since I not sure if it's good or bad I do a wax conditioner every other clean like obunofs Or bick4

[@royphillips6720]

How often should leather work boots be mink oiled?

[@dadoody]

So, it depends on the brand. Some are only pig fat and silicone grease, which will make it hard for the leather to be conditioned later. Then there's stuff like Mermac brand, which has real mink oil mixed with Tallow and beeswax. It's at least 100% animal fats

[@marcomaciel2511]

I was a bit worried about that mink oil. However, I feel better after watching this video.

[@shockalockabocka]

A lot of commercial mink oil is mixed with cheap alkaline fillers, and anything alkaline eventually destroys fibers. I work in the hair and skin industry and its well known that you don’t put alkaline (high ph) products on skin or hair that has been exposed to alkaline products once, so why would u do that to your leather which is also a skin? You want something more neutral or close to a 6.5 on the Ph scale to seal and protect fibers. Anything too alkaline eventually melts fibers, and anything too acidic burns fibers. I only use Obenauf’s or Pure Polish products on my leather goods for that reason.

[@neilbarrigar4664]

Should I do some kind of treatment on my brand new iron ranger boots

[@redram5150]

I’m a full-on believer in mink oil. I even use it for dry skin.

[@kdigiacomo]

Just don't drink it, it tastes bad. *Sarcasm... 🤣

[@ginger_king_1234]

only negative affects id say is boots cant breathe but thats why your waterproofing em.

[@deere3321]

I've used it for over 40 years with no ill affects.

[@1246kenny]

I’ve been using mink oil all my life. It’s always served me well. I’ve noticed kiwi no longer sells it or just changed the name to leather conditioner. Is this not pc to liberals? Anyway the new product or new name works well too

[@Stridewise]

It's so weird you think liberals are to blame. Kiwi stopped using mink oil in any of their products.

[@whitemakesright2177]

I would think vegans/animal rights fanatics (assuming that's what you mean by liberals) would be opposed to owning leather shoes in the first place. But most of them are so stupid that they seriously might not know that leather is an animal product.

[@driftertravels928]

Have used mink oil and wax-based conditioners and proofers on many leather boots and shoes for many years, only difference I’ve noticed is that mink oil does not make them shiny. Actually prefer this for casual footwear like Doc Martens, not everyone wants shiny shoes.

[@batietessaro8611]

I don’t suppose anything wrong with mink oil but next time I’m just using leather conditioner no mink oil I used it on my boots and I must’ve put too much on cause they’re darker than hell and just got too loose and it even made them heavier believe it or not I like a light brown dirty boot not a dark clean shine just my opinion

[@JohnDoeDeadhead420]

Mink oil has always been my go-to. A lot of people talk about how bad mink oil is for your boots or leather coats. I've personally never seen this

[@tonyrogo227]

People are ignorant and idiots sometimes. Ice used mink oil for 4 years on all my leather boots and never ever had any issues. I call bullshit on this nay sayers

[@leeduke9518]

Just don’t drown your leather with it The only bad experience I’ve ever had with mink oil was when I let my dad mink oil my holster for my Colt Walker and he put so much on it it was completely soaked with it and it had big globs of laying on it (he did this inside and out) After wiping it down extensively with paper towels i could barely squeeze and it would run out all over the place so it completely unusable for a few reasons 1st reason it would get oil all over my side when I wore it and the su made it worse 2nd my gun would be all wet and slimy with mink oil and I could barely hang onto that 5+pound revolver like that I sort of fixed it by stuffing paper towels down in it as tight as I could and wrapping the outside with paper towels and literally microwaving it for 15-45 seconds at a time took like 3 hours and a bunch of rolls of paper towels to kinda fix it but even then it would still get a little big of oil over my revolver and a little bit more on me so I hung it and the belt he did this too up after about 5-8 months of it setting it’s fine now My dad gave me a possibles bag that he made for himself back in the 80s or 90s but it had sat and had dried out quite a bit so he used like 2 cans of mink oil on it and sat it in a bowl and pour baby oil on it it was so bad a could push my hand on it and have my hand straight up and down the bag was stuck to my hand (he did that bag and my belt and 2 of my holsters at the same time while I wasn’t there)

[@MJNader81]

is redwing all natural leather conditioner a good alternative to mink oil? I know it has mink oil in it, but I have a pair of redwings 4215 and was wondering If I could use all natural leather conditioner on them.

[@TheBootGuyreviews]

It's not going to hurt the boot. But,It will change the color.

[@muffemod]

Mink oil restores your leather.

[@paulmedrano9818]

Can I use mink oil on a pair of new Luchese pirarucu boots? I’d actually like to get them slightly darker?

[@RetoxMedia]

I have been applying mink oil to my leather jacket for more that 17 years and it is in fine condition. I have recently tried leather conditioners containing wax and lanolin supplied by my local leather retailers and they do not come close to mink oil. In fact the results of the other conditioners are disappointing in comparison.

[@kayuko4766]

Used fieb mink oil paste on red wings and thorogood boots its the best leather care and it protects from water, so it soft the leather to stretch in tight areas 👍👍

[@Yakcool]

My boots are already waterproof, should I still use mink oil on them? (Kodiak Journeys)

[@mrseuff617]

I’ve worn the same work boots 9 months out of the year for the past 15 years now and all’s I do is mink oil them every other month

[@resolute123]

How does kiwi black polish compare with mink oil? I've used kiwi in the military, but I am looking for practical waterproofing and protection from the elements than looking nice.

[@funkyprepper]

Same question here. I would guess that mink oik can be used as a leather treatment to make them soft and some degree of water repellency, I would put a good coat and brush of kiwi on a few days after the mink oil treatment. That's what I plan to do on my danners. I'll upload the progress on my Instagram page

[@1pdoggy]

Boot Guy! I need help! I use mink oil on my Georgia Boots 6” Barracuda Gold Wedge Brown about 4 times in the last year. The mink oil has built up and almost become stained black from mink oil mixed with dirt. Is there a way I can clean all the grime off (mink and dirt) and start again? Thanks!

[@MyUnquenchableThirst]

short bristle brush and elbow grease. I have a brass bristle brush that works wonders for this.

[@mynameisgladiator1933]

Where do you get a good mink oil? I don't think many of the products I see are very pure mink oil at all! Do you have a recommendation?

[@kevinarmstrong3415]

Hi, I use Saphir it's a French product.

[@juanhernandez-oo1mz]

Hello. What's a good weight or size leather for making wallets. What's a good leather glue. Just starting. Also, a good source for patterns. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

[@MrEltiburone]

Ive only ever used mink in the purest form I can buy. (not the stuff mixed with waxes and other things.) I have never ever had an issue with it. I do my work boots twice a yr...

[@DiGi1992]

I work in the concrete field and use mink oil on my boots all the time. The concrete dries out leather boots

[@acornsucks2111]

Would you re-apply mink oil at some point? how often?

[@TheBootGuyreviews]

every month or as needed. Depending on the boot. Case and point, I do my loggers every weekend when I wear them for more than a week.

[@acornsucks2111]

@@TheBootGuyreviews thank you.

[@timothyprice9064]

I use mink oil on a 30-year-old jacket, in 30 years I may have oiled it6 or 7 times. This jacket was bought new in Korea 1989.

[@hectorcalderon269]

What do you recommend to be able to stretch my composite toe boots? They're a little tight on my toes. Lengthwise it's good, just the width is what's bothering me. The boots are wide boots, and I wear thick socks so that the pain isn't that bad when I walk with my boots on. I don't see any boot stretchers for steel toe boots online. Also, what mink oil do you recommend? I'm going to use it on some irish setters ashby soft toe boots.

[@TheBootGuyreviews]

You can't stretch a safety boot at the toe section. But, I'm sure you know that. Try removing the insole for a day or two. Also a thin sock in the afternoon after lunch.

[@hectorcalderon269]

@@TheBootGuyreviews got it, thanks for the reply

[@j.wgoode7154]

I use a few different products now but mink oil is still my go to specially my leather work gloves my cheaper boots my leather hat. Never had an issue. Iv started using some other products on my expensive boots and leathers, more for the different finishes of the products. But still and always will use mink oil, best bang for your buck!

[@holdthatblaow]

How bad is boot oil, like the one Red Wing and Obenauf sells? And does the leather lighten up over time? A lot of people say no, it's permanent but others claim that they lighten up back to normal within a day or two. Could you do a test? Thanks.

[@yagur365]

I never had issues with deteriorating. But I do work with boots every day and when I sell them I sell a different product than mink oil because mink oil reacts to the sweat in your feet and can make your boots turn color or smell horrid!

[@Savlock2112]

I have a pair of one day old Justin work boots. I put my Grandad's Kiwi Mink oil with silicone on them while outside in the warmish weather. The left is a nice textured chocolate brown and the right is more of a smooth saddle brown. Before I started, they were both the same brown soft leather. Can you tell me if you think they were made with different leather or did I screw up by letting the mink oil warm as I used it. Did I use too much or not enough?

[@FinFu509]

Use more until they’re both in the same color. That’s what I did and it works.

[@nathenwallis5664]

What about Dux-Bak leather conditioner? That's what they had at the boot shop when I bought my Thorogood boots, so I just grabbed a bottle instead of going to another store to get Mink oil

[@mitchs405]

I have a question, Bootguy, why are you so awesome?

[@jedidias7091]

Mink oil is from mink fat which has sugar in it is why ppl cry about it eating away at leather or making it weaker/softer or so called conditioning . It's over rated lol I'm going to pick up mink oil can in a few. Each to there own. Get you a can too 😊

[@nelsonnelson3451]

Hey bootguy. What conditioner do you recomment thay doesn't darken the leather? My boots are oxblood-aniline dyed pull up leather

[@DinorwicSongwriter]

I have Meindl hiking boots and Red Wing Supersole 2.0 work boots. Mink oil, Dubbin or Meindl sport wax?

[@davidnichols1568]

When ever I buy leather boots thay always push their products to preserve them. Wondering if thay are all the same? I never used mink oil. But I haven't heard anything bad about it.

[@omgitsjoetime]

David Nichols there are some differences in products I would categorize them into mild medium and heavy duty.. mink oil and any basic leather conditioner is pretty much mild then there are some boot creams that have wax and are on a medium scale and then there’s a heavy duty wax/oil mixture.. I start off my work boots with a mild leather treatment until they brake in and then use a heavy wax treatment to protect them and keep the oils in. Regular wear leather definitely stick with a mild leather conditioner or something

[@chrisbroesky2932]

Do you guys treat the soles too with mink oil? New boot owner here.

[@TheBootGuyreviews]

Good question! If you have a leather welt yes! But you will need to brush off any loose dirt first.

[@nobodysreview6137]

I've saddle soaped the leather bottom but never mink oiled it. I'm gonna try that. Soles do get dry, the mink oil will probably really soak in.

[@tjt615]

I swear by mink oil. Have been using it over 40 years. Started with my baseball glove. Now my boots and work gloves. I buy harbor freight goat skin gloves. $ 6 bucks. Mink oil them. Lasts and feel great

[@adamk1413]

I wear out / compress the outside heal on my soles. Can you go over heal taps and other options to correct this? Thanks

[@g4geetar]

Is feibings good? Does it have petrolrum in it?

[@TheBrand83]

What is the best product to use on boots with Gore Tex?

[@debogeneral]

You can get a special gore tex solution that restores the water resistance of the boots. Most hiking/outdoors shops should supply it.

[@cathyhein3386]

Can you use mink oil after using spray boot stretch?

[@chrisn262]

We use to use bear fat rendered down with glycerin mixed in it . I remember my pawpaw always telling me to put the boots on a rack otherwise the dogs would tear them up and then he in turn would tan my azs. God I miss that man . Meaner than a rabid badger but would give his shirt off his back to people in his circle. I remember him dying a peaceful death in his sleep , not like the other 5 people in his 72 Chevy suburban.

[@barberismeable]

Hi. I need help. Does anyone know if (TRG brand) mink oil contains pork fat /lard? Could not find anything on internet.

[@eaglewarrior8707]

Gonna get a pair of whites engineers boots. How do they compare to the Chippewa engineer boot for work? Like moving around on a shop floor that's slick as shit off a shingle if trans fluid just so happend to spill.

[@donaldkrump7564]

Which is best. Mink oil. Or Dubin.

[@johnmorgan5803]

Just bought a New pair of Danner Boots. 8" (Vicious). Mostly Leather, the tongue is not all Leather. Can I still water proof the whole boot with Mink oil, or would a spray be better. These will be for my Maintenance job and possibly hiking.

[@apa7611]

I have that same boot but In the 4.5 inch’s I use mink oil on the leather parts only but they’re also goretex

[@flatheadfletch]

Yup. Mountain lites. Mink oil !

[@worstalentscout]

i've read that many mink oil products are made of synthetic chemicals and don't contain any mink oil at all, is that true ?.......is it suitable for nubuck leather ?

[@whitemakesright2177]

Some products labeled "mink oil" contain synthetic additives, like silicone. Look for a product labeled all-natural or pure mink oil, and check the description of the product (usually on the back) to see what's in it.

[@KaPPy83]

Mink oil has been used for YEARS for leather care.

[@whitemakesright2177]

It wouldn't surprise me if the idea that "mink oil harms leather" was made up by people trying to sell synthetic conditioners.

[@richardrudy2834]

Can you use mink oil on wood?

[@Smiling_mike]

Considering a pair of Danner Super rain forest boots, for hunting, working chainsaws cutting wood, hiking. What do you think, and open to suggestions. I need heavy duty construction, long lasting boots, the most durable boots...

[@Smiling_mike]

Danner Fathers Day sale going on now! Just purchased Super Rain Forest insulated boots model 11700, for $296 instead of $395- 25% off! Cannot wait to use these for logging work!

[@bobosessbushcraftandsurviv4783]

I used mink oil of a new pair of work boots. I new it would make them darker but man it made them really dark. I am wondering if the boots color will lighten back up, or if that is just the color of the books now? Thanks for any info.

[@Wayne-hp5co]

It will lighten up over time bro it'll never be the original color it will always be a few shades darker but not like several shades darker when you just apply it hope this helps.. and it's been a month did they lighten up with wear

[@bobosessbushcraftandsurviv4783]

@@Wayne-hp5co ok thanks.

[@eldiablo.13]

Is there any other product that can be use for brak in boots? Mink oil is really hard to find here where I live. I live in Argentina btw

[@RRaucina]

Lanolin from sheep

[@thomashansen3450]

as long, as you accept, that oiled boots drag dust like a magnet and that mink oil darkenes the colour of your leather, everything will be o.k.

[@mamisomorales4474]

how often should i use mink oil on my thorogood boots

[@38SUPERDURANGO]

Did you work at Rasenicks ?

[@sponge850bobette7]

I have used dubbin all my life but found a can of mink oil in my dad’s stuff. How about dubbin?

[@billtotolo]

Can you recommend any animal friendly alternatives to mink oil? Are Sno-Seal or Obenauf’s Heavy Duty LP any good? Thanks, love the channel. Cheers.

[@danbarb9728]

you buy a shoe made of animal skin and ask for animal friendly products

[@dangnguyen9137]

@@danbarb9728 lol

[@earllangcay6637]

how about mink oil on timbs nubuck leather?

[@sammartin913]

If mink oil works good enough, would tallow (I guess beef tallow) work as well?

[@sammarkey672]

Idk but your boot would taste great!

[@sanz07gwapo]

Hi. I've applied a mink oil at my Redwing 8130 at night then notice the following morning that it did'nt soak in. The only portion that the mink oil soaked in was the tongue portion. I just wiped the oil i applied. Why did the oil didnt soaked in? Just want to use mink oil as condtioner and to waterproof my boots. Its allready rainy season in our place.

[@nicholasmapes]

The boots probably already had somt sort of treatment on it, I'd try it again after a few months!

[@flatheadfletch]

Some use a silicone based treatment. Like Snow Seal. Hate that crap. Took me hours to brush that crap off. Then applied mink oil. Still looked a little off. But after a couple more brushing and oilings they looked great. Stay away from snow seal anything !

[@ryanlogan2911]

Wish you would do a review of Franks boots out of Spokane Wa

[@jacobsebastien3910]

I use Mermac mink oil with bees wax on my Ariat Workhog H20 Waterproof Steel toe work boots. My boots last a Long time' 👍👍

[@marios8016]

Wondering is the animal has to die for you to get mink oil ??

[@Tylermiller808]

Can you apply mink oil and then polish a boot with wax?

[@funkyprepper]

Don't see why not as long as the boots are dry

[@larrytremblay2311]

Is castor oil ok to use on leathet

[@tnemomhurb7679]

I’m not a boot guy at all but I’ve been tryna research using mink oil on Nubuck ( Jordan 3 Cool Grey Nubuck to be exact lol ) does anyone have any complaints on if Nubuck should come in contact with mink oil??

[@coolguy298]

Boot guy I've just used mink oil. It just made my boots soft and my boots now feel like a basketball. I don't know what to say. Any recommendations to make it normal. Please help.

[@bigred113]

I'd recommend saddle soap to clean and strip of all dirt and stuff. Then I would use a small coat of mink oil afterwards as saddle soap pulls all the oils out of leather.