FIXING SCRATCHES IN LEATHER-Shoe Restoration Tutorial on Allen Edmonds Fifth Avenues

[@luminairist]

After watching these kind of videos i have been polishing all of my old shoes for 2 days now.

[@vdseee]

Luminairist HIM me too 😂😂

[@Tinkerbell1978]

Seriously 🤣🤣🤣 I 2nd that

[@jeremiaschajtur2624]

Same

[@alphazunitee]

I'm polishing my combat boots right now

[@luminairist]

@@alphazunitee i hope it shines well

[@givemetoast]

They look perfect to me. It’s a shame we live in a world where you need to provide a disclaimer due to a handful of people who refuse to accept responsibility for their own failures.

[@pauli6570]

givemetoast by a handful of people you mean Americans 😩

[@spade2you]

I injured myself giving myself dental surgery based on a KZbin clip!!!!!!!!!! I demand restitution. Yes, I'm being sarcastic.

[@augiedoggie8814]

Interesting comment. Now that I recall,shined shoes were an invitation for some clown to step on them and laugh.Any time we got new ones we dulled them ourselves before going out in public.Sadly that didn't end when people were adults.I've seen guys in their fifties doing it.Best I can figure is that kids from poor families sometimes equate shiny shoes with "bein' uppity"and attempts to "get ahead" need to be crushed.It's a "guys you know from the old days" sorta thing.Even today I don't "shine" boots though I use products to preserve them.

[@AdelbSoliman]

Ok boomer

[@blackjack444....]

I ❤️ comment

[@izabelamarzell4288]

For someone who uses their hands all day, with coloured polish and acetone, you have impeccable nails... they look so clean and healthy.

[@rogerbivins9144]

I always enjoy watching a talented Craftsman that's truly passionate about his trade and you make shoe restoration an absolute art form.

[@Cam_LDN]

amazing work! watching this is also very theraputic at 2.32am in London.

[@colinlyons9519]

Indeed, equally therapeutic at 7: 24 am at my office desk in Jamaica.

[@chapzzzz9117]

3.35am Melbourne - Australia

[@MrFlashpoint1978]

19.40, Liverpool, England.

[@marconda771]

8:30 pm México City

[@fabipr23]

I love watching your videos in 1080p while relaxing at home. So nice!

[@TheElegantOxford]

Thanks for watching

[@peggyscott2180]

It's perfect? Wow! I told my Dad about you today! What a gifting from the Lord!

[@Anthillton]

I know that we can be our own biggest critic but bro.... the shoe came out outstanding. Great job!

[@bornwisedistruction]

"Its not perfect" Could have fooled me awesome job my friend!

[@TheElegantOxford]

Thank you so much!

[@DENIEL381]

THIS TAKES A SPECIAL TALENT I KNOW NOBODY WHO COULD DO THIS KIND OF WORK PERIOD.

[@sandyschannel6917]

It's a pleasure to learn new methods for taking care of your shoes, and thank you for sharing them with the world

[@steadyjumps]

Wow, I thought I was the only freak that found pleasure in polishing shoes. Now all my dress shoes have mirrored toe caps. Thanks

[@ryanbarker5217]

these videos makes me want to stop by the goodwill, pick up some old beaters and try to make 'em look like someone didn't die in them.

[@annab3182]

That’s how to learn and get really.

[@DrStfuFool]

I plan to do exactly that. I've had plenty of experience taking care of brown leather work boots and shining black military boots. It's calming and doable while watching TV and waiting for laundry to finish. Highly recommend.

[@oppsinlyf]

😂😂😂 on a tragic road accident

[@bornwisedistruction]

xD

[@ramonjamon8221]

I just got a of Allen Edmonds wing tip auburn black dress shoe for $8.50 on eBay and I can’t wait to work on them🐵

[@malcolmgeffon8072]

I’ve spent hours in my garage polishing all of my shoes. And I haven’t needed to wear dress shoes in 2 years since I retired! But there is something addicting to watching someone at all hours of the night polishing his shoes. I hope this is not MY new normal!😂

[@TheElegantOxford]

It definitely is addicting.

[@TwistedSoul2002]

@@TheElegantOxford Does the word, “addictive” not exist in America?

[@jameshiggins8329]

You and me both. My daughter thought I was obsessed polishing my shoes when I retired..........but still bought me two horsehair brushes and a couple of welt brushes for my Xmas. Not obsessed but I did work overseas so all shoes lay for 3 months sometimes 6 months so it made sense to go thru the lot and give them the full treatment.

[@abracadabwhat6006]

😂

[@aasaad87]

I do the same … it therapeutic

[@Achelon]

My father used to be a driver for this rich family/company. When he started there, there used to be a lot of drivers for all the bosses of the company and he learned to take care of his shoes while waiting during meetings etc. He said one of his first times going to the headquarters he was amazed how every driver had shoes that looked like new. Suddenly they all started buffing them up and he understood why.

[@hardwrk3617]

Excellent results. I have enjoyed all of your uploads. Please keep up the great work.

[@rigopinedagarcia]

This work you have done is just perfect. Congratulations.

[@ffariad]

Wow, this is great channel. Can you start adding items you use in your description? Possibly with Amazon links. Would be huge for us novices.

[@kalebpetty3212]

Look at the bottom of the description

[@davidbowman271]

Patience is the key here. Never pays to rush things and when ones does the results are irreversible.

[@alchemistoxford]

Excellent resolution for what appeared to be a serious problem. Well done!

[@frankwood7878]

That was some exellent scratch repair & shine on those shoes 👞👞 👍👌

[@benjaminstafford1533]

If I could just shine my shoes, I would be happy. What you did was beyond amazing!

[@brierobb9879]

Beautiful work ! A tip for matching repairs on sets of almost anything-- do both -- strip, sand, touch up color as mirror reflections ...

[@LumiLunar]

KZbin recommendations that don't disappoint! You sir make some great videos. I start a new job in week and was thinking of just giving my old leather shoes a wipe. I honestly could see myself picking up shoe shining as a hobby after your video. And don't worry. I won't blame you for any mistakes I make along the way. Keep up the great work!

[@GS-st9ns]

I have a pair of shoe trees that are made of oak. I bought them at Bonwit Teller in Boston when I was in high school. Needless to say that was 45 years ago. I still love them

[@arashghasemi]

Now little prince can officially do whatever he wants since you can fix all sorts of problems... Good kitty 🐈

[@TheElegantOxford]

He’s a good cat haha

[@jonathonwilliams93]

You would be better off using something like a 1200 or 1500 grit sandpaper if you are doing this for the first time, instead of the 300 used in the video. Doing this will allow you more control over how much material you take away with each pass of the abrasive paper.

[@TheSighphiguy]

and take 4-5 times as long. 300 is actually pretty fine. higher grits may be TOO fine and wind up closing the pores of the leather.

[@galvanizedgnome]

Use 20 grit for faster results and open pores

[@gergemall]

I've purchased many of your recommendations and love the craft and experience. I love my shoe trees and the creams

[@slipknot73745]

I love the broguing and stitching around the cap! Looks awesome.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Thanks!

[@joaquin-jacknava2696]

Beautiful work there Preston. You truly do amazing work. I enjoy watching your videos.

[@harveyboulanger2896]

Great video my friend. I have over 30 pairs of boots and shoes. Many AE's. I can use your knowledge to keep them looking great!!!

[@hr.4576]

Id really like your videos, are so relaxing without being boring, the disclaimer it's obvious, but seen the way you get that things done and the beatifull result...is really encouraging to others try to do it. if is not to ask to much, maybe you can show some mistake guide in your videos, im pretty sure of many of us could apreciate something like that. Cheers

[@carlosc3768]

Fantastic result Preston!

[@shiranduarte]

Nice! It really helps a lot to know that this kind of thing is not that irreversible, and I can use my shoes without so much concern about scratching them. Also, I never thought using sandpaper 300+ grit on leather.

[@DJ_Dutchess]

I can't wait to try this repair on a vintage Italian handbag! 👜

[@DenJSmith]

I feel like he is secretly happy when his shoes are damaged because he gets to fix them.

[@oppsinlyf]

😂😂😂 me too. I think he secretly damages them to fix them

[@keloglankelesoglan1067]

I just realized myself it is fun; i just tried to fix and polish and condition my pair of bruno magli nappa leather shoes. It feels so good to see that transformation from dusty worn out shoes to shiny like new shoes... you feel good about yourself 😁

[@martin30884]

Keloğlan Keleşoğlan Very well said.

[@shurdi3]

@@keloglankelesoglan1067 fixing almost anything is fun though.

[@TheGlassToe]

I know I am 😁

[@josueochoa9267]

I am so fascinated by these videos

[@to232323]

I don't know how i get here, but i'm glad i did. Great channel, you got a new subscriber. Regards from Argentina.

[@Kneeslider64]

Great videos Preston, I have spent a small fortune on Saphir products as a result! You should be on commission!

[@VEE727]

If I sand my show, can I use Saphir cream polish to restore the color or will I need leather dye?

[@generalschakal]

Well done! I'm very grateful for your tutorial thank you for teaching me :)

[@nandoshinesasmr5214]

Great job! Keep those videos coming! 👍❤️ Always a pleasure to see your work! 🤝

[@PeterButlerBroker]

Thank you! 🙏 I was that close to sadly donating my military issue oxfords because of a large-ish toe scrape. Your video has given me the confidence to repair them. This makes me happy as they're older than my kids. ;) Thanks again!

[@TheElegantOxford]

Glad the video helped, Peter.

[@Layzieee]

A good tip when your not 100% sure or fully confident doing something is to take your time and do things little by little. Constantly check your work. Unless your working with something you can easily remove then less at a time is always better.

[@SilverOilman]

I would not trust myself with this process but your experience and skill make it look effortless.

[@siddharthwagal7226]

Greetings from Mumbai India. I your acetone technique for my johnson murphy shoes which had some dirt marks on them. You know how dirty are our streets. It worked really well. My shoes now look good as new. Thanks for the video and waiting for more to come.

[@viku5549]

You are doing excellent work ! Please keep it up and share so that others like me can benefit. It truly is so satisfying to get that shine back into the shoe :) Thanks.

[@TheElegantOxford]

I appreciate it. Stay tuned for more!

[@A.J.Villanueva]

This is my new favorite channel!

[@ia7288]

Awesome job ..I've always wanted a good detail video ..two thumbs ☝...you do awesome work ..bad criticism has to live for good to always be the last action ..keep doing what u doing

[@Makasaurusrex]

Can you do a military boot shine/restoration?

[@praautoss6613]

That would be cool 😎

[@nsatoday]

Corcoran jump boots.

[@richardhatt6541]

I can do a video on Army boot shining. Had many years experience.

[@karonestickers7652]

@@richardhatt6541 I've always done half a can of Kiwi and 2 hours. Lasts for quite a few months, with only a layer or so (thin) to fix little scratches and bumps every now and then.

[@franciestokes3195]

Always put your best foot forward hello from Ireland I love you videos👍🇮🇪☘️

[@yamaksy]

Thank you! I hope you upload a tutorial how to restore shoes on the inside as well!

[@jeszyandrew419]

Wow it's an amazing work. Your tutorial helped me a lot.

[@minniethemoocher4542]

Hi thanks for the great tutorial. I was wondering for sanding could dubbing be used instead of shoe balm? Thanks

[@Agerskiold]

I've used 1200 grain 'wet' sandpaper with success on scratches. Then paint, etc - as shoved in your video. Thanks for the info, cheers 🇩🇰👌🏼

[@annab3182]

Great 👍🏼 job on the kitten scratch repair it looks great!!

[@FortressMT]

You are an artist! Just WOW!!

[@TonyGenerali]

That's awesome!!! Fantastic job!

[@pascalo5119]

Fantastic job, any recommendations for leather paint.

[@MazzaCheewanich]

Enjoy watching your channel and will definitely send link to my husband!

[@Emr_111]

And your amazing voice :) amazing job as always .

[@oksanasum321]

I think you should have done it to both shoes, this way nobody would ever noticed they were tempered with :) Your videos are so ZENNNNNNN :) Thank you!

[@charltonarts3023]

Hey nice tutorials, I was literally binge watching these videos seeing shoes coming back to life. I haven't done much, am only getting started with my DIY and am stuck at mid brown and tan... I sure cant tell if the shoe polish is the right color for my shoes... kindly on your oncoming videos you cay clarify this....my humble request

[@DelmarBD]

Did you paint both shoes to get a perfect match? I have gotten better at doing my black shoes but still have trouble with my red or brown shoes. Makes me nervous! Thank you for all of your great videos.

[@solidbarq8734]

you are not a pro, you are the holly GOAT!

[@larrydewitt142]

Really Appreciate Your Videos, I am starting to put together a large shoe collection this has been absolutely amazing and helpful.

[@DashDrones]

Amazing work, plus a really cute kitten. What more can you ask for?!

[@gergemall]

Love your videos and products. Thank you.

[@wildmanjeff42]

constructive criticism.... uh, nope cant think of any. That is amazing work !

[@paulagaudet7528]

You DO have an amazing voice. Very respectful and humble. A pleasure to watch and listen.

[@traderjoes4694]

That color match is tremendous

[@dutchwilson8642]

Great job! Those shoes are lit!

[@markplows2198]

For lighter scratches using steel wool works wonders to even out the surface before shining them back.

[@patrickmitchell100]

I just found your channel im 25 and find these videos fantastic subed followed on Instagram grate good keep it up

[@gordonadams4793]

Simple scratch cover ups I've done. I use $store furniture stain pens and cotton swabs placing stain to swab and gently touch up light scratches then polish.

[@shaverray4462]

Subscribed after watching this. Good work sir.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Thanks!

[@Jmarty_81]

Once again, amazing!

[@abracadabwhat6006]

Great video. Thank you for making it.

[@gordon5004]

Beautiful work. Is it easier yo acquire a mirror shine once you have one? I have a new pair and it's very hard to get the shine I want. It seems easier on my older shoes.

[@petersilecchio4417]

Great Video. What number sandpaper did you use? Thanks.

[@barbarastringfellow1620]

Hi, great video,mod podge for the heel and sole? How do you do that, is it diluted with water? Does it peel off? Thanks

[@ABC-rh7zc]

You recommend a good shoe tree as being so important so perhaps it would help to show us what makes a shoe tree good and where to get them

[@christiaaanC7]

A shoe tree is good because it keeps the shape of the shoe and they absorb the moisture. You can get them at any department store

[@ABC-rh7zc]

@@christiaaanC7 "You can get crappy ones at any department store" - fixed it for you.

[@jordaneshelman]

@@ABC-rh7zc Wow, what's with all the negativity? Christian was right, you can find cedar shoe trees at any department store. Check your attitude. Google is your friend. Use your brain and do some research instead of being asked to have everything spoon fed to you.

[@ABC-rh7zc]

@@jordaneshelman If your local department store has cedar shoe trees which fit your shoes well then I'm super happy for you. I have yet to find such a mystical beast

[@valkyria6699]

@Bravo Luca That isn't really true though. Shoe trees that are made of plastic will do more harm than good.

[@bonhamexclusive6648]

I think they turned out perfectly

[@septimus64]

Ive used saddle soap to remove finishes with good effect

[@Mark..P]

I love watching videos where items are restored. What Oxford shoes would you recommend. Thanks

[@ravenboyreturns]

Great video, thankyou. Can I ask what grade of sandpaper is best? What did you use?

[@davidlindsey436]

Wonderful finish!

[@Yaniv.C]

Wonderful! Really love this channel.

[@armenchiky]

Good video, and what was that cream you used while sandpapering it?

[@ecurb10]

Is acetone safe to use on fake leather/vinyl? Very relaxing to watch btw....nice.

[@banecker1]

Could you have used a acrylic leather filler, once cleaned? Then sanded? It looks brilliant and you do awesome work. I was more curious then anything.

[@mariodiy4517]

Thanks for your insight, I repaired a pair of Thursday boots that had a gouge from a door corner. 😅 I wasn't completely satisfied, but most people haven't noticed. I might sand the area and reapply Saphir Renovating Cream in Black. I might have to accept it will not look 100% perfect. Unfortunately it's on the top of the toe box.

[@blue52851]

Not perfect? It looks more than perfect to me! Great work.

[@mikeprimeaux9071]

Nice job! I just ordered some shoe trees. I keep forgetting how important all these things are for your shoes.

[@tau7260]

Leather paint? From whom and do you have an idea of what color palette one should have on hand for most cases? Thank you.

[@AccurateLedgers]

Gorgeous!

[@MrLehem]

Great job. Thanks for sharing

[@johnparkerzabala]

What sandpaper grit did you use thanks

[@JTPhillips3]

He mentioned 300 grit in the video description.

[@dawncheriewoodworth3449]

Oooo! A bit too much if you're trying this out for the first time. I would try the 1000-1200 grit myself. Will take longer but you can't put leather back on the shoe if you go too deep.

[@Tmanaz480]

Prince is a beautiful cat! Silver Tabby is a rare and special coat color. Where did you find him?

[@ruthiehensh]

Can you kindly list the products used in this great video?