Bootcare Series - For Anfibio Leather Boots (2/5)

[@Andy-fn4zw]

This should be mandatory viewing for all lads and lasses going through basic military training. Superb video.

[@reubenoldfield8651]

Realise my corporal didn't know shite after watching this haha, and I went to Catterick as well...

[@superseacrow9463]

Just finished a weeks walking in Wales. Every night my son did this to his Altbergs, and laces. His feet were never wet, he never had to tie his boot laces, never got blisters. My friend and I were in trail boots with gore tex, always sweaty. Bought some Altbergs as soon as i got home.

[@KGBgringo]

I ordered my fremington earlier today after finding out at the age of 39 my feet are extra wide (H) and I've been wearing size 11's when I'm more like a 9.5 just so they're comfortable most of my adult life. After watching some of these videos I'm so happy to to support an English company and people like this.

[@ashmaybe9634]

At 47, best boots I've ever owned. I too historically had to go large due to wide feet; this is not a problem with Altbergs though.

[@KGBgringo]

@@ashmaybe9634 I'm loving mine so far. I've started saving for a trip to North Yorkshire to get a custom pair.

[@mattraasch-sotinwa9798]

Great advice and great boots. 10 years on, still wearing mine.

[@historytim]

Feel incredibly lucky that I chose to watch this before attacking my first pair of issue boots. Intent on keeping my Altbergs as glorious as possible (Battle PT being the exception of course hah)

[@alexanderfoster5497]

I like this chap. It’s good to see the brains behind Altberg. 😏

[@billedwards8191]

This gentleman is an amazing inspiration and we should try and bottle his enthusiasm and knowledge. I am a proud wearer of his excellent boots. I salute you,sir

[@WestfieldFreshAir]

He's a Yorkshire man, he's not only cleaning his application brush to keep it ready for use he's also avoiding waste.

[@benjohnmiller]

A true craftsman 👍

[@thomaswarren2699]

Never heard of waxing your laces! Great bit of advice

[@SimonTimoney-74]

Will attract dust and dirt I'd think

[@jonroads8281]

I have these boots and they're fantastic. Great video 👍

[@tomchesshyre9806]

Excellent video. Thanks. Simple and clear step by step guide. Very happy with the boots too

[@OverlandTT]

I apply gris by hand... Love my 2x Defenders (mk2) - one duty boot and another pair for best... Also have the current edition of field and fell... Thinking of try Svartz inner soles over standard.

[@mrbenn4385]

Love this fella!

[@Fulforce]

If for example I take the dog for a walk in the morning and the boots get a bit wet on the leather from a bit of drew on the grass - not soaked. Do I still need to apply Leder Gris and go through this process? Or for the regular daily purpose, would using an old rag to wipe down the leather be sufficient? I will still use the leder-gris as I have the kit, but how about maybe just doing this process weekly or fortnightly? Would that be ok, or do I need to do it more often?

[@dogdadoutdoors]

Waxing laces, amazing, never heard of that. Will try that one.

[@SimonTimoney-74]

Great job If you want dusty dirty laces...no thanks...laces are cheap to buy

[@tobyvphoto]

Is there a big difference between leather gris and dubbin??

[@karlb1695]

thank you sir

[@mountainbearoutdoors]

I have to say Altberg boots are really good!, a fair bit lighter than my old boots, I wet formed mine onto my feet by standing in a bucket of water whilst wearing them and walking for a few miles in them. once broken in they offer outstanding support when I'm out walking.

[@iandobson6538]

Helpful video, thanks, but what should I use to protect the Nubuck cuff part at the top?

[@scottburns5106]

Should you also add polish at times?

[@SimonTimoney-74]

Not needed..just leder gris

[@morecambekb]

This is pure ASMR

[@dumitruvalentincrihan2527]

Good afternoon, I think it is obvious that you should do this as soon as possible after your boots are dried. My question is how often you are going to do this when the boots are used on a dry environment.

[@SpaceWolf369]

How often should you do that to your boots? I just bought my first pair of Altberg

[@SimonTimoney-74]

Every time they get wet

[@craigfitzybhoy9543]

Should do this before breaking them in or wait till ive used them a bit?

[@benjamindavidscargill5633]

1:06 - so would the brown stuff be applied first over scuffs and then apply clear afterwards? The front of my boots are getting very scuffed/scratched from walking on a lot of rough ground and I don’t really know how to clean them up.

[@OverlandTT]

On my defender boot i use gris MOD brown only and glos the toe. mine look excellent.

[@Hew.Jarsol]

What's that flap tab on the back heel for?

[@SimonTimoney-74]

Just ordered 2 putting on brushes and black leder Gris for a new pair of Altberg Bergen boots,

[@LouisWinthorpe622]

Wax on - wax off. And if you do it for long enough and clean enough boots you'll be able to defend yourself from any would-be assailant via the mystical art of Kung Fu. That and your boots will be in such good condition you'll be able to crane kick them right in the balls and run away at great speed.

[@lofasz3328]

Are anfibio boots any good? I'm looking to get some potentially.

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Fantastic ❤

[@yorkshirelad5280]

Is leder gris ok for boots with a waterproof membrane? Will it still allow the boot to breathe?

[@OverlandTT]

yes and yes...

[@mikeoxley6303]

Best boots about

[@geezerp1982]

whats the best way to clean mud off the boots before you apply leder gris ?

[@Le_Robban]

Dishing brush and cold to lukewarm water

[@stevenroche9874]

Wash boots with warm water, saddle soap, and a medium horsehair dauber.

[@tessj666]

can anyone answer: why buff the boots after waxing, does it help with longevity ?

[@jasonhiggins6431]

Look nicer tess

[@andywhysall6744]

A bit of vigorous buffing not only makes your right arm (or left arm) stronger and makes you fitter but it helps drive the wax into the microscopic structure of the leather thereby adding to its waterproofing, its suppleness and its longevity. The trick with this kind of leather is never to actually polish it....polish with a lot of pigment in it blocks the pores and prevents the leather from absorbing the wax. A bit like varnishing a Barbour jacket.

[@kelleyhogan7063]

On boots with a leather cuff, do you nourish the inside of the cuff at the top of the boots?, as surely this could crack if untreated.

[@nowthenad3286]

Why does Altberg use German names? I thought they were based in North Yorkshire.

[@fijiarc2090]

What is step by step is boots are really muddy? So from muddy to clean?

[@dannythorne9761]

Just a bit of water and a good scrub with a plastck Brussels brush should do the job to get them cleen

[@stevenroche9874]

Apply the Leder Gris by hand and then heat the boots with a hairdryer to melt it into the leather. Leave overnight and then buff with a damp polishing cloth. This technique works best for all dubbins and waterproofing waxes, not polishes.

[@fijiarc2090]

How do you clean the brushes that come with leder gris? Mine are absolutely gunked up and are basically obsolete

[@jasonhiggins6431]

4-20 to 4-40

[@fijiarc2090]

@@jasonhiggins6431 what is that

[@jasonhiggins6431]

@@fijiarc2090 watch the video from 4-20 to 4-40

[@fijiarc2090]

@@jasonhiggins6431 that doesn't really clean them does it...?

[@stevenroche9874]

Clean the brushes immediately after use with turpentine or acetone. Wipe with paper towels and then wash the brushes with hot water and dishwashing liquid.

[@fijiarc2090]

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