How To Clean & Condition Your Thursday Boot Captains (Smooth Leather) |

[@malcolmreynolds7122]

One of my fondest memories of my Dad comes from the wonderful smell of him polishing his boots and showing me how to do the same. My children say the same about me, so this channel just warms my heart. I need to order some conditioners, creams, because all I have been doing is polishing......but not anymore. Thanks for sharing your passion with us!

[@TrentonHeath]

Mark Lavergne Mark Lavergne so you so much. We started out shining my dad’s flight boots. Loved it so much!

[@jewellmehedi3625]

I love your comment.. such tradition!!

[@WookieLove1]

GREAT MEMORIES! I too have been only waxing...never knew...

[@shukursk254]

Tgnlfdh

[@rsan4368]

Same! I remember one of the fondest memories from my father is shining together our leather shoes. I guess it's one of the things that a father teaches his son as he goes into manhood.

[@earth2niki]

My husband has been watching your show for a long time and has purchased a pair of boots for our 14 year old daughter. She loves to watch it with her father while doing homework and has learned so much about the ins-and-outs of boots because of you guys. Thank you

[@TrentonHeath]

earth2niki That’s awesome! Thank you for sharing. Get them started early. 😉

[@LyndseyMacPherson]

It's honestly amazing how just after a good brushing, they already looked worlds better.

[@oldsagerat]

I've worn my Captains every day for almost three years and they need a good cleaning. Thanks for the help.

[@fiend4mojitos]

Watching these shoe care videos brings back childhood memories of when I shined my shoes almost every Sunday night, using a folding shoe holder on the pantry door, a brush, Kiwi wax, a rag for applying the wax and another for buffing to a ‘spit’ shine.

[@sisleymichael]

I had a drill instructor that would have had you shine that boot until he could see his reflection. Ha ha. A good video. Lots of younger people have no clue about caring for leather footwear. You provide knowledge. Thanks a million.

[@satanxarxes]

Never had anyone to teach me this kind of thing and just cleaned up and polished my leather boots for the first time since I've owned them for a year. They look like a million bucks now, thanks for the video man

[@kit2770]

My goodness, those are handsome boots. I find the Captain to be a great looking boot and after getting the treatment here in the vid, oooh baby, she looks good. It's hard to look away. 😍

[@ZoeyMauve]

The pommadier cream color used is "08 Bordeaux". You can see the label at 6:43

[@cvc1]

I enjoy using a q-tip dipped in rubbing alcohol or acetone and rub it along the stitching.. The stitching becomes clean and white again and pops against the uppers color.. Really makes your shoes look new..

[@staguar]

Thanks for continuing to make new videos for us. Other channels would rather show off photos of their $1000+ boots, but y'all continue to give us the content we crave.

[@TrentonHeath]

staguar thank you very much! We try to mix it up a bit so folks don’t get bored. 😀

[@hanwenyap]

When I see a Trenton & Heath video, I put everything down and click. I really love your videos!

[@TrentonHeath]

Yazza Yap Thank you so much! We really appreciate you watching!

[@flipvanwaeyenberghe6155]

Same here, my groceries are waiting in the kitchen to get sorted!

[@BALLSOHARDU]

@trenton & Heath - is it okay to have just one horse hair brush? or do you guys actually use 2 horse hair brushes thats specifically for dirt and one for shine. Thanks!

[@kit2770]

@@BALLSOHARDU I use two, like you said, one for cleaning and one for buffing (after they've been conditioned). I mark the handles so I don't get them mixed up. I'm no authority on the matter, but that's my approach.

[@brookeggleston9314]

@@kit2770 Actually, it's best to use three: one for cleaning; one for brown/burgundy shoes, and one exclusively for black! It's best to not use your black brush for your other shoes!

[@carbonado2432]

That brown Saphir stuff is an instant MIRACLE on that toe!!

[@willgordon5737]

Cleaning my exact same boots watching your video.. this Thursday boots are one of the best boots in the world to be honest they can easily last you a decade if not more

[@drzaius844]

Amazing transformation. The beautiful patina on these boots was completely hidden by all the dust and grime. The owner needs to step up (or just begin) his shoe care game. Easy stuff, just brush them quickly after each use, and hydrate once a month. My Iron Rangers look just like these at the end, that gentle shine. I love that look. Thanks for another great video!

[@TrentonHeath]

Dr Zaius thank you very much!

[@shanke300]

I bought Saphir products today and watching your tutorials. Its an amazing transformation. Gonna use it on my Dan Post Mignon Black Cherry boots. Thank you for the information. Much appreciated.

[@Darruus]

I used the Saphir Renomat on my Presidents after a particularly dusty trip to west Texas last year. It did the trick.

[@georgmclaughlin9661]

What a perfectly appropriate video. I just got 2 pairs of Thursday Boots 2 weeks ago; Captains in Neutral and Presidents in brown. I was going to go for Neutral Cream Polish for both pairs, but as I have Saphir Cream in Burgandy, I'll use that, when the time comes for them to be cleaned up. Thanks

[@TrentonHeath]

Georg McLaughlin great. We love ours!

[@melwynphilips856]

It was neat. Thank you for sharing.

[@00RONDOR00]

Love my Thursday Captains. So much so that I’m going to buy another Thursday Boot. I think I going for one of the distressed leathers this time as I’m going to shift them to daily wear and keep the Captains as dress boots. Just not sure which model I’m going for yet.

[@Thursdayboots]

So glad to hear that you are loving your boots :)

[@katoshields1314]

Thank you so much for the informative video. I bought a relatively in nice condition Thursdays at a thrift store and after following your advice, they look better than brand new. Thank you again.

[@ericd8674]

Awesome polishing tutorial! I have learned everything that I know about leather boots from this channel 🙏🏻 The waterproofing spay works by using small particles of fiber glass and can cause serious lung damage if inhaled. This stuff is no joke, please stay safe guys and keep making quality content.

[@shaynelaw9629]

These guys are amazing! If you like nice shoes, how to care for them, spot quality, etc. subscribe and turn on your notifications. I have this exact pair of boots. I e-mailed the Potter and Sons contact e-mail on their website with a few questions and Trenton replied personally and promptly. I bought all of the supplies from them to do this and you should too! Competitive pricing, prompt shipping and courteous professional advice. Just to clarify, if you have brown chrome leather Thursday boots, like these Captains or the similar President boot, Trenton clarified with me that he used Saphir Bordeaux color polish on the upper and tobacco on the heel block. Buy from them and keep supporting the channel!

[@donnymac575]

You're marketing works. Just spent about $80 at your shop. Glad the Saphir stuff is in stock.

[@TrentonHeath]

Don MacArthur thank you so much. Our long pole in the tent for having products available is how quickly Saphire can them to our distributor in America.

[@Fausto_moh]

i really wish i saw your video before i decided to clean my boots all on my own. this is really good and as someone that is new to boots very imformative.

[@Tendermx]

I am not the only one enjoying that beautiful sound!! Right?

[@thomasmedley8221]

Thanks for your video's guys they are very informative and helpful. As I am now moving to a colder and far wetter climate I will need to maintain and condition all of boots, especially waterproof my work boots. I will be buying your products to give them a go and I'll be sure to give you some positive feedback.

[@CaptainBoy4]

Saphir Médaille d'or isn't a "good" brand. It's just the best on the market 😁😁😁 Thanks for the fabulous content, you always publish excellent videos. All my support from 🇫🇷

[@TrentonHeath]

CaptainB_fr Merci beaucoup!

[@altonriggs2352]

Great to see you again...stay safe. What's old is new again..once these boots would be called " high button shoes"

[@TrentonHeath]

Alton Riggs Thank you! 👍

[@adampilarski7083]

Thanks! This was the perfect guide for my Thursday Presidents! I’ll be using this guide for years to come!

[@armedmariner]

Got a question for you. My Thursday Captains left boot has a tongue that always “shifts left” but the right one does not. No matter what I do, that left tongue shifts left off the shin bone of my leg. I LOVE these boots but I end up adjusting that tongue a few times a day and I wonder if there’s anything you PRO’s would suggest? Do you have a video on this problem? My left and right leg sun bones and dimensions are identical. It’s not that I got some weird leg! Any thoughts or suggestions?

[@ppiechnik]

I read the title.... I thought about it, but no, I don't have need to learn how to clean and condition my Thursday boot captain! He's good! He is a captain after all...I taught him well....lol

[@TheIkaika777]

Now how do you clean and hydrate the leather on the Thursday Grizzly Wheat, Terracotta, or any "Rugged" leathers (Tobacco, Arizona Adobe, Black Matte, and Burnt Copper) boots?

[@kodiakfamily8032]

Heath and Trenton - I'm not a shoe guy, but I'm shoe show guy - I love your channel.

[@Jebro439]

OMG those boots been through several marathons Great work on the boots

[@sergiomartinez6668]

What a great thorough explanation of how to take care of a boot! Bravo

[@punyshark]

Thank you so much for making these videos. They are super therapeutic, and makes me really happy seeing these used boots come back to life with some love and some shoe cream!

[@eiyumats6218]

Hi Trenton. Thank you as always. I have a question. You sprayed at the end of boot care. My question is "Do we need to remove the spray material by some sort of cleaner at the next time or just start over with brushing followed by cream?"

[@jackhicks8935]

Fantastic tutorial, great music, perfect volume 5 stars.

[@timothythegreat6294]

people are literally doing triple takes on my boots lol its a joy 🎉

[@waxedearth5425]

Wow! Those look great after the cremes and buffing

[@DarkFire515]

That's an amazing restoration job, the boots look 100x better than they did! Great video as usual.

[@saint-miscreant]

*NOTES ON CLEANING PROCESS* for myself but hopefully someone finds it helpful! 0:35 Remove laces 1:15 SURFACE GRIME REMOVAL Dry brush with horsehair brush (or wipe with rag) to get rid of surface dirt. Make sure to get into the groove near the welt line - you can also use a toothbrush for this. 2:20 RE SADDLE SOAP For more thorough cleaning, to get out the dirt embedded in the leather. They do not cover it in this video but I'm adding my notes here to consolidate things. Some of their other videos show the process in more depth. Add a spritz of water to your saddle soap and brush. Work up a lather and work the saddle soap into the boots to agitate and lift off the dirt. Remove the grimy soap using a paper towel or something. Don't douse your boots! When done cleaning, remove any remaining residue with a damp rag. 2:30 ALTERNATIVE: Use a damp rag to wipe down the boot to remove dirt, if there isn't a lot of it. Make sure to get into the welt groove area, and cover the tongue and heel block. 3:25 CONDITIONING & HYDRATING (Using Saphir Renovateur in this case). You can apply with a rag, with gloved hands, or with a brush. Feel free to add more if your boots are really dehydrated. 4:45 You're pretty much done (if you don't mind some scuffs or whatever) 5:38 Buffing out the boot 6:10 SHOE CREAM (not wax!!) To put colour back into the boots. Applying with a rag and rubbing it in. Be careful to avoid the stitches. (note: reason for not using wax here is because you don't want buildup) 7:40 / 8:40 Give it a few minutes to dry when done, then you can buff it out. 9:10 This would be the time to add wax for shine and/or weather protection. Here they add waterproofing spray instead.

[@thepowderriverfarrier9545]

Some Elijah Craig Small Batch was tilted your way yesterday for your continued success and the making of a lot of good memories in your new place.

[@TrentonHeath]

thepowderriverfarrier You are a good, good man! We always appreciate great folks like yourself who have been with us from day one. . Thank you!

[@spoolindsm127]

Awesome timing. Just bought Venetian Cream and a Horse Hair Brush to do just this to my Captains. Thank you!

[@TrentonHeath]

Awesome! You’re welcome!

[@anthonygardner400]

Nice to see you, Trent! I have a pair of Thursday Presidents in that leather. I guess I’d better get busy! 😊 Fortunately, mine are in way better shape than those Captains, so it shouldn’t be bad. Have a great weekend.

[@TrentonHeath]

Anthony Gardner Haha...thanks, Anthony! Yeah, we don’t see you as the type of gentleman to wear beat up shoes and not take care of them. 😉 Have a great weekend as well!

[@anthonygardner400]

Trenton & Heath I try not to. 😊

[@ElvesofZion]

Good to see yall did just about exactly the same that I did to my Captains over the weekend (I used wax at the end)

[@lesteralvarez7702]

I left a pair of clogs outside during a week of heavy rains and very hot weather. They were stiff as a board and had shrunk so much that my heel hung over the back edge. I massaged them inside and out with coconut oil over 5 days and now they look and feel soft and supple as when I got them! I have Bick 4 that I use on my cowboy boots and they look good after I use it but it just doesn't seem to last very long; think I might try coconut oil on them also.

[@t.m_beers]

I took a look at your site right after the video and placed an order for some of these products. Liked and subscribed! Can’t wait to see more of your work. Keep it up!

[@gmotionedc5412]

Love how they come back to life!! I want a pair of leather boots now.

[@klausadrift7568]

Always thought I knew how to condition my boots well, but I have still learned a bit more from you guys. Thanks for the fantastic video. And by the way I also swear by the Sapphire products. Your got a new subscriber!

[@joaquin-jacknava2696]

It’s amazing after cleaning and doing a boot shine this pair of boots look amazing. Thanks for sharing the video. Have a good evening.

[@TrentonHeath]

Joaquin -Jack Nava Thank you! Yeah, it doesn’t take much. Very easy to do.

[@quickfoxxes]

Hello guys. After lace removal, I start with turning the boots upside down going after the welt line with the brush to let gravity help remove any trapped particles and dust. Then I wipe down the uppers with a damp rag before going after them with the brush. This minimizes any scratching when the brush moves from that welt line to the uppers. It also moisturizes the surface to take the conditioner better. I like Thursdays as much as the others, but have more Wolverine 1000 mile and Red Wings though. Thanks for your clarity and good advice. In advance, Happy New Year. We all need one don't we? DJ in Knoxville

[@brianbanks3044]

throw some new laces on them and they look like they are almost ready for the shelf to be sold....really impressed at how they came out...thanks

[@TrentonHeath]

Brian Banks thank you very much!

[@philschiavone101]

I have been using the creme for Shell Cordovan on my casual leathers, especially CXL and Chromepak. Seems to do a better job than standard creme that you would use for calf.

[@TrentonHeath]

Phil Schiavone Nice tip! 👍🏻

[@donmeles7711]

"ready to go" is really fitting when it comes to shoes^^

[@barianaaria8473]

So good!! Apparently not only repairing videos are satisfying.

[@MontrealMusiciansExchange]

OMG Trenton! Those boots look good enough to eat - you are truly the « Master Finisher » in your team!

[@TrentonHeath]

Musiciens Montréal thank you very much!

[@CrimFerret]

I don't have a pair of Captains.....yet. Seeing how they hold up after being worn here I'm even more wanting a pair and probably will get some soon. I just want to wait until I can get a real foot measurment done to insure I pick the right size.

[@elisoria3119]

I literally just found a black pair of these boots for $12.00 at the salvation army! I can't wait to wear them!

[@corpsiecorpsie_the_original]

Can you do a video about eyelet maintenance? Maybe polishing or deburring/smoothing?

[@RatdogDRB]

I like the Saphir Renovateur (and the rest of their line of shoe care products) for dress shoes and small fine leather goods. The larger projects... outdoor leather goods/tack, work boots, automotive upholstery, etc., I prefer the Bick 4 conditioner, and often reach for my Obenauf's leather oil (has some beeswax and propolis in it). Conditioning the leather is a must. Good vid, thanks for putting them out. And, had they not mentioned the fact they sell the Saphir products, I wouldn't've known. Their pricing is fair and you're not gouged on shipping like some ebay sellers. I appreciated that when I stocked up about a month ago.

[@TrentonHeath]

RatdogDRB Bick 4 and Obenauf’s are both great products! Like you said, just keeping your boots conditioned is huge. It will definitely extend the life of any leather boot/shoe. Thank you as well for your patronage!

[@OstrichesSmell]

Thanks for this, a skilled cobbler sharing his knowledge. I have a question if that alright, should I be hydrating the inside of the boot at all?

[@zarksoira7036]

Great video! Would love to see how to care for Thursday's Rugged and Resilient leathers.

[@TrentonHeath]

Zarks Oira Thank you! Coming soon.

[@IdleBystander1]

Second this! I sort of screwed up my burnt copper vanguards by applying neats foot oil. Just took off some of the pigmentation seemingly without penetrating much.

[@andymehrts6071]

Third this. Have some Presidents in Tobacco in the mail and I have no idea how to look after them. First time buying boots. Super excited!

[@greymatterr11]

Fourth this 😅 got some Captains in Arizona Adobe color (non-shiny) and wondering what I will need to get to take care of them.

[@jordanaethelric2614]

5'th this, I've been thinking about getting the matte black loggers and I'd like to have an idea on how to keep them up.

[@trizio4248]

Did you use a different brush for cleaning the shoe and polishing the shoe? How do you clean maintain your brush when they get dirty? Just wanted to thank you for sharing your knowledge. I have always purchased shoes and tossed them when they wore out. I am attracted to the idea buy quality shoes if I can get more use out them. (i.e. having them resoled etc.)

[@TrentonHeath]

trizo 42 awesome idea on buying quality. You can generally clean them with water or very mild soap and water.

[@TheRacerRich]

Is there anything you can do to protect the stitches from pigment? Would make a clear wax over the stitches first work?

[@billystpaul8907]

Just got my first pair of Thursday Boots. I got a pair of Presidents. When should my first cleaning and conditioning be done on my boots. Had them a week, no break in problems at all. Also like how well they are made. A very good boot so far..

[@JimmyZhou99]

Can you do a video some time comparing Allen Edmonds speed welt and feather welt, compared to traditional bench welt, and what you think of them?

[@11_EVERYTHING_OEFx2]

Super helpful. Great video. Appreciate the work you do, please keep it up!

[@WhereAreThePeople]

Haven't wore my timberland for 5 years and it started develop a "plywood" kind of smell. It's in pretty in condition, used. To wear it casually only

[@philcurry4959]

This is so incredibly relaxing to watch

[@CCLovejoy96]

For that color cream which one on their site is the Burgendy. I have these exact boots and need to do this to them. Thank you!

[@gglass2648]

Love the video. Could you all do a roughout video too? I have muleskinner and a Yuma leather from RW that I would like to get some help with.

[@Romadon75]

Man what an insane transformation! ❤

[@billgorry]

Excellent information!! I just purchased my first pair of "good" boots, not "throw out" type brands. I purchased Thursday Captains in brown and wanted to know if I should do anything to them before wearing them such as waterproofing? Thanks for help!

[@drzaius844]

These boots look fantastic. What color does Thursdays call this, does anyone know? Just brown?

[@jeffos8724]

Yes

[@jettcarpio6040]

i love all your videos . i even watched it all over again and again .

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you so much, Jeff! We really appreciate it.

[@mgronk7216]

How often would you condition regularly worn boots?

[@Lemonz1989]

This is the best and most simple tutorial I’ve seen. Thank you! 😊 One question, though. How do you clean your horse hair brush, so you don’t transfer product from one shoe to another?

[@loganrench5680]

Have multiple

[@lamarsheridan6030]

What conditioner/cream would you recommend for rough out leather ? Your videos are always clear and informative. Thank You !

[@dlthomas1451]

These videos contain great and helpful info. Thanks, guys, for keeping current haircuts! That’s the first thing I noticed!

[@eltonwashington596]

I just got my Captain boots today!

[@jtrain3113]

Great video, why do other leather tutorials teach us to leave both the conditioner over night to soak in better?

[@laodealmuqarrabun656]

Hi, is it a serious problem if the stitching on the bottom of the soles wears and tears? Will the sole came off of that happens? I've seen it in many cases that the stitching of goodyear-welted boots tears

[@iliketoflips]

It's not a serious problem. Many brands including Allen Edmonds and Thursday Boots don't really set their sole stitching into deep channels. Obviously that means that the stitches are going to wear out as soon as the sole begins to wear down. Personally, it bothers me. But what I've heard (I believe from Trenton & Heath) is that there's enough of the glue/cement in between the sole and mid-sole that it soaks into the stitching a bit. This causes that stitching to still hold effectively even if some of the outer loops get abraded away.

[@jimmetal7885]

Thank you on your video, I learned a lot about leather shoes, is DM shoe is the same as other leather shoes

[@jpsother1183]

I just bought a pair of those exact color Captains. Love 'em so far.

[@Damen0530]

JP's Other what color are these?

[@jpsother1183]

@@Damen0530 that is their plain old Brown. thursdayboots.com/products/mens-brown-captain?collection=mens-boots-wide-widths I have to go with their wide widths so color choices are more limited and if you need wides get them in the half size down. I usually wear 8.5 wides (and I have their Duke in an 8.5 for thick warm socks) but their last is a good fit at an 8 for me (my foot measures to an 8-8.5 EEEE or iirc 39-41 EEEE depending on the chart. showing why it is often so hard to find a good fit without putting them on).

[@Damen0530]

@@jpsother1183 Thanks JP!

[@meistersego]

How have your boots held up?

[@jpsother1183]

@@meistersego pretty good, and I use them like work boots often enough. I have a pair of Dukes as well, but a kick to knock the snow off has caused the toe of the sole to break off (it was quite cold that morning) so that is more an abuse than a failing of the boot.

[@alexretter945]

I have Thursday captains in this color. Thanks so much for this video!!

[@annemary9680]

Which color is this?

[@ietcetera7137]

Great video! That boot is looking pristine!

[@alexsherel3344]

Thursday Vanguard Burnt Copper suggestions? I'm about to spend the most on boots, that aren't for work, I've ever spent.

[@trizzi4008]

I have a question regarding shoe shining tools. Are horsehair brushes supposed to be coarser and thicker? I have a couple thick and coarse brushes in my collection but I am afraid that, when buffing up the shoes, I would leave tiny scratch marks on the leather. Then again, my current shoes are not made from the highest quality leather. Thank you in advance! Love your channel! Your videos go perfectly with a Sunday afternoon shoe shining session.

[@andresgduarte]

Whoa!! this is amazing, thank you so much for sharing. is the brush you use for cleaning at the beginning the same that you used later on?

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Nicely done. Looks amazing in that before and after shot. I’ve made the mistake of not being careful when using shoe cream near light colored stitching. Told myself I’ll put painters tape next time hahaha.

[@TrentonHeath]

Eye Heart Sushi actually a trick we use sometimes is use a neutral cream around the stitching and then the colored cream doesn’t have to be as close.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Trenton & Heath Appreciate the tip!

[@REALITY_ONLY_PLEASE]

I have those boots. Super happy with them. Thanks for the video.

[@steliospapadopoulos5813]

Very detailed video. Thank you. I have a question. Isn’t there a possibility that the conditioner pulls out some color? I tried conditioning my new boots and the cloth I used was turning brown and black again and again like my boots were super dirty. I used grangers leather conditioner. I have to mention that my boots (Levi’s Emerson) are dark brown and have some sort of black burn decoration. After putting conditioner and wax the boots are worse than it was before. The color is lighter and much of the finish gone. Maybe I did put much products on it and made coats on the leather that make em look a bit ugly. Any ideas to clean all this stuff from the leather without damaging it so I can start again with the right products and the correct way?

[@haraldhoffmann6752]

thanks for the hint with the toothbrush but how do you manage to reach the down-parts of the leather without colouring the stiches or sparing both ? beat regard - I'm grabbingmy mask for shopping 😷

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

harald hoffmann I would put tape over the stitching.

[@TrentonHeath]

harald hoffmann a trick we use is have some neutral cream and use it around the threads and apply your colored creams.

[@haraldhoffmann6752]

It's great to know you - thank you for your advice

[@tommartinez62]

KZbin algorithms brought me here, I bought a few cases of bee's wax water closet seals 25 years ago at an auction, been using them seal my winter boots every year. I just wanted to know if the new petroleum toilet seals would be just as good. This seems like an expensive boot sight. I never paid more than $200 for a good pair of work, upland game hunting boots in my life. But hey I am here. Will the petroleum kind hurt my boots. I get two years tops out of a pair of boots or less.

[@jrbluehen35]

I bought my Saphir products from you guys and it arrived faster than my AE shoe trees despite being ordered a day or two after

[@TrentonHeath]

Kyle Abosch thank you very much! We try to get products out as fast as we can to valued customers.

[@chuckp3986]

Just bought a pair of lug soled captains and saw they recommended not doing anything bc it's their "rugged and resilient" leather other than getting the dirt off. Any recommendations for this type of leather?

[@wagz54]

This is really helpful! Do you use a different brush for dusting the boot in the beginning and then one for buffing?

[@littlebeirutproperties4240]

Aerosol water proof spray is not my go to. Would mink oil or something similar be another option? Thanks for this video!