How to Fix Old Leather Shoes.

[@stevethomas5209]

Semi retired shoe cobbler here I have done this many times over a 40 year career. Most people dont realize is the reason someone would have this done is because they are so comfortable. If you have shoes/boots that are comfortable you dont mind that it's not like new you just want them to last as long as possible so you don't have to painfuly break in another pair it's not always about appearance or price comfort is very important to some people. Something for viewers to consider before making negative comments. Excellent job sir.

[@DhruddavratKrishnaSaneesh]

I m honoured to talk to you such an enormous experience man as cobblers,I m from India,i would to start a firm of cobbler to do the shoe repairing,but u fortunately seldom mechanised professional in this field in india,if you don't mind,could you help out on this,what kind of machines have to purchase and so on... pls

[@mariobeans]

How great does a shop like this smell?

[@Daz73r]

Also a retired cobbler this is a good repair I used to do similar work myself but I also told customers how to prevent this from happening letting shoe/boots dry out polish and shoe trees

[@Subgunman]

How long will this repair last?

[@Daz73r]

@@Subgunman depends on how often you wear them tbh

[@joinsky2883]

It's amazing that it's been restored like that. The restoration process is cool, and the person who repairs and uses it is so cool. Humanity has to live like that in the future. This is because unconditional production more than necessary will only shorten the lifespan of the Earth.

[@thehighpriestess978]

I agree. Sadly there are so few people who know how to do anything anymore, nor do they seem to care. They just keep buying and tossing. One reason being things are made so badly these days, nothing lasts.😞

[@xxXPLOITxx]

Are you a bot?

[@jvillebil13]

Sometime I watch a repair video of something and think nice but whatever. Sometimes I watch one and I'm impressed. This is one of those times.

[@mattsanchez4893]

I had no expectation whatsoever that you were going to pull that off, but you did in spades--very impressive!

[@suzieb7622]

Have never seen this done before, that was amazing!!! ❤

[@Phoenix_74]

LOL the moment I saw you stick a patch on that shoe I said out loud "SURELY NOT??? YOU MADE A KZbin VIDEO OF THAT????!!!!!" but then you continued!!! Well done on a great job!!

[@3pipper]

What a delight to watch a true CRAFTSMAN apply their trade so admirably … Bravo…

[@mercedesvaldivia3149]

😢 6:51 😢🎉🎉

[@RRED2]

Can I say that you have done a great service to repairing an otherwise badly damaged shoe/shoes. Also don’t worry too much about what the critics say as You have done a cracking job. 😅😅😅

[@timoleary5815]

Bravo sir, nothing quite like keeping something old and loved alive.

[@damnedlock2956]

Geez..you made the holes and the cracks disappear....amazing!!

[@un65tube]

Would have loved to see the customers eyes when she saw the repaired shoes. I'm sure she did't belive that it was possibe to repair them like you did. Perfect! Many greetings from Germany!

[@phillipanon7139]

For how it was, it was very well done. This guy is an honest guy. Thanks for the vid!

[@teamleader837]

If the customer agreed, I would suggest making it a captoe, or wingtip, and replacing the whole front toe with a new piece of leather stitched on. Although you did a great job after a few weeks the hole repairs would be noticeable, as opposed to a wingtip. Also for which type of repair to you use Disaronno?🙂

[@venom286__worldoftanks3]

wingtip ?

[@larrythorn4715]

​@@venom286__worldoftanks3 "Wingtip" is a decorative toe cap that comes back along the shoe. Basically put another layer on the outside.

[@carrasco2011sc]

Wingtip would be so cool. Good idea. I will make one of mine Wingtip. I've always wanted one, but I don't see any cool enough online.

[@tomblobasjamesc.mccollum1740]

It helps to cover the aftertaste of the shoe polish

[@aaro.yggdrasil186]

for that job you had to charge at least 300-500 bucks...

[@GeorgeLennon100]

As others have stated already this is a good temporary fix. The leather across the entirety of the top is degraded from lack of cleaning and waxing. My opinion is to make a width wide strip the top of the shoe covering all the holes. A crease will always look for a weak point and in time will create holes like this. This is a good repair just not a permanent one

[@BollYogi]

Adding as well a patch inner side seppe a necessity for permanent fix,isn't😉?

[@wesleydeer889]

The three patches he did are a permanent fix, they will not tear or debond, nor will a hole form near those patches, due to the patches strengthening the crease. Trying to add a wide strip in the crease zone would make for ultra stiff, unwearable shoe.

[@John-oz1do]

Top work

[@stallion63m35]

​@@wesleydeer889 Good point!

[@scopex2749]

You sir are a true craftsman! My late father did shoe repairs when he left the Army.

[@selena2499]

Love this! It's hard to find someone that will do this.

[@jackswiatek5221]

Very nice work. Dying breed of a skillful craftsman.

[@Fernsehenpfanger]

I think this craft not dying, many people can calculate own money 💰 and many need to repair old, but very good shoes and boots.❤

[@AVEEGEELIK]

wow! Now I have hope for my 23 year old black leather shoes, thanks for this! 🙌

[@jesusacovarrubias1390]

The patches may or may not stand up, but your craft is amazing. You did a very good job given your challenge.

[@alierem4266]

Great job. A question or 2 comes up. . Why not also use a larger, thinner patch from the inside? . why not use a fibre bonding agent on cuts after they are bonded flash in place (before) finishing with outside patch? Regardless, these type of repairs are bound to give way, aspatched areas remain weak, against constant outward pressure.

[@ronpflugrath2712]

They not ditch or farm work shoe.

[@daliasprints9798]

Whole reason customer wants fix rather than replacement is comfort. Inside patch undermines that completely.

[@AadiSirIGCSEPhysics0625]

You're a true professional. Amazing work man ❤

[@peanut71968]

I must say, watching the start of the resto I was most skeptical regarding the outcome, but the finish was spectacular!

[@AlexKarasev]

Given the leather damage along the same crease, the patches seem quite small for the repair to last. I'd like to see how the repair holds up after 2 months of wear.

[@mirzawaseem2006]

I agree with you. I don't think this patchwork would last long. Besides, i m totally not impressed with the work performed. Not more than wastage of time and efforts.

[@jayfeely7239]

It won't hold.

[@wheresyaya6792]

seeing as there was an actual hole, or holes, the patches only took care of the surface. was anything done under the holes? was there another thicker patch ? I th the holes would be sandwiched between the patch on top and inside

[@pmmach]

...and customer money as well.@@mirzawaseem2006

[@SuperPussyFinger]

What are you people expecting from a Russian cobbler?

[@kborak]

Fixed too many of those kinds of patches when I worked for Woody in Wellington Florida. You are just taking peoples money and keeping yourself busy. Those patches never last long.

[@Ricky-ok9sy]

God bless the Craftsman for his ability n truth in his profession ...

[@RetifsGarage]

You are a magician ! Nice to see that pair of shoe saved, leather shoes can make a lifetime when well taken care ! Cheers from France

[@m.taylor]

This is excellent work and is the authethc way of doing it. Better than just filling the hole with rubber.

[@MrFabiomassid]

Great job! What would you do for a more superficial scratch where some raw leather is now sticking out?

[@yesno8204]

I have seen holes repaired like that with only glue, but not with extra leather. Yours came out really well. Would, be interesting to see the longevity of the two techniques due to wear and tear. Amazing repair...

[@asimdas6588]

#s

[@samed347]

Good work. There were cracks all around on the leather. I wonder how long this shoes lasted after the repair. 🤔

[@hoold01]

I would be very interested in knowing what products you use in your work. Great job.

[@zoeycaro2013]

Super repair! I can repair my husband's shoes !!! What kind of paint put before tapir? Thanks!😊

[@Isaacelijahmusic]

I would love to work in that shop and learn how to do this. It’s a shame people have lost the desire to take care of their things. I enjoy fixing my own things. Brings pride and ownership.

[@VirtuelleWeltenMitKhan]

Fantastic result I have to say. One question: Wouldn't it be viable to replace the full leather cap? The leather on this shoe is pretty worn out on multiple parts of the cap.

[@sonphamquang9342]

Amazing work ! I wish I could send all of my shoes just to you to take care of them ! Great work ! ❤❤❤

[@ruatarengsicolneyrengsi8924]

Real skill here. Great work. Very professional. Really encouraging. You could have made more comments as you worked. Thanks for the video.

[@laviniamartin1619]

Wonderful work, I do wish you had listed the products you used to glue, fill, shine. What product did you use to fill the other cracks ? How long did the repair last ?

[@moisesmera7913]

Most likely a leather filler compound. I think it’s called sapphir renuvateur or something

[@DJ_Dutchess]

Angelus Leather Filler for Filling or Repairing Holes, Tears, Cracks, Scratches

[@The442nd]

Wow!!! I wasn't sure at first, but you just performed magic 😳😲😳

[@BlackOUT1987RUS]

Какой клей используете? Момент подойдет? И можно ли момент таким образом нагревать феном?

[@xras66]

момент слабый. Скорее всего полиуретановый использует.

[@billbearback2591]

thanks for sharing ,, a true craftsman and great dedication , these skills have been lost in australia now , i know , i have dozens of worn out cowboy boots needing this type of skill, i guess cost of labour is the culpret these days

[@tgflux]

What kind of glue did you use to glue on the patches? And what were the different waxes/polishes, and in what order did you put them on?

[@alexmckee4683]

Saphir Juvacuir was one of the treatments - recolourant.

[@juanhuerta9014]

Amazing!!!You"re,Smart!!!Congratulations boy!!!From Rimac Lima Perú (I'm shoemaker)

[@congocuatro118]

más que zapatero tu debes ser homosekzual por la forma en que escribes.

[@bigmosh5918]

So question would it also work if you put the leather patches on the interior of the boot with contact cement then once it was dried filled in the holes with the leather putty till it was even with rest of the vamp then polished up ?

[@davida7843]

the problem with this is the repairs are over areas that bend. You'd need to know for sure the putty can handle being flexed and bent without peeling or tearing apart. With a leather transplant like this the amount of visible non-leather material that's taking on bend stress is minimal

[@owenmeasday9464]

What glue did you use? Great video!

[@dcx45]

would love to know

[@emreerbatur2665]

Excellent job. My dear late uncle was also an shoemaker... Thanks...

[@shiners9888]

😊

[@tconsing]

Congratulations! That is such excellent craftsmanship!

[@borisbednar3166]

Krásna remeselná práca. Radosť pozerať.👍🇸🇰

[@janlochman1985]

Jo, toho se v našich zemích nedočkáme.

[@johnnunn8688]

Love to see the same boot, when worn for a month. Hope you persuade the owner to apply boot wax in future.

[@lynild]

While not perfect. It’s certainly not a bad fix and not something easily noticed if not knowing it was there. Well done What did you use over the cracks that didn’t have holes?

[@bwest8372]

I patch holes from the inside. I have over 20 pairs of cowboy boots so maintenance is expensive and youll want to learn a thing or 2 so what i do is use alecpea super strong instant bonding glue. I put the patch in from the bottom if it needs 1. Usually my exotic skins have an in between layer so i dont need to patch if the tear doesn't go all the way through. add the glue through the top and try to hold the tear back in place as much as possible. Usually it holds great and i never have any more problems. It may look like a burn mark or a scar after it dries but the glue doesn't dry in some gross white color it just makes the leather stay looking wet down the line. Its pretty much completely unnoticed unless your really really looking for it.

[@donkeytwoddle]

Where did you learn to do this? Just trial and error?

[@Marla958]

Great job! Those boots have new life and will last many more years. I like the boots. Can you tell me what brand they are?

[@Brewermb]

This is the 'LAST' load of 'COBBLERS' I will watch. 😁😁😁😁😁😁........Great video.

[@loren5244]

What product is being used to fill in cracks? Great Job 👍

[@NineSeven8]

A true craftsman, great restoration.

[@jmfa57]

I would not have guessed that these boots could be salvaged. They LOOK great now, my only concern is, how long will the repair hold up? Masterful work, sir!

[@pedroperez2738]

❤

[@TorBoy9]

Excellent repair of the 3 gaping holes.

[@jonasmeier417]

Excellent work! How much are the repair cost leather, Vibram and so on in €? Thank you!

[@rondail5675]

Unique trade skills. Shoes don't have to be throw-aways. I hope the shoe repair shops stay in business.

[@katman11]

Nice work on smooth black leather...Can you repair brogue shoes with cracked leather that have a brogue pattern?

[@misi9918]

Mikor valaki nem tudja hogy kell megjavítani, ez fejcserés nem tákolni kell. Egy kis eső és lehullik a tákolás.

[@searchandsave142]

Fantastic job and now to the next subject, who makes those boots?

[@Toboldlygo721]

Beautiful job people don't take pride in their work anymore 👍🏻✨

[@pippboushh6955]

Would love to know what glue you used to adhere the leather patch?

[@DaiSol89]

It’s video like these makes me wish I could join this trade! But when i tried asking to be taught by boot repairs they didn’t want to teach 😢 It’s hard to join this field

[@hemigod2]

You did a super excellent job yes. But the work you did is better than the boot itself..

[@wilmamanzano6142]

Gracias, nos ofrece un trabajo prolijo y la oportunidad de prolongar la vida de nuestros zapatos de cuero y ahorrar. Felicitaciones

[@hassaneldossoky4068]

Great work Ser. .. i just try to see how can i fix some lather chair my cats had scratches and cutting by her nails .. i can do what you do i just am a good student and fast learn ..i actually work as a Graphic designer .. thanx and regards from Egypt

[@Dokkado]

Hi boss can i ask what glue you are using? Barge cement?

[@antoniogrossi1463]

Eu quando fui sapateiro, no início de minha vida de calcadista, fazia esses concertos, com um pequeno retalho de pelica interno , super bem colado, com costura a mão, com agulha bem fina, com pontos pequenos quase igual a de uma máquina de costura e os cliente gostavam e ficavam felizes pelo calçado recuperado.

[@zaptor1514]

It looks pretty good but I question the strength and how long it will last? It’s thin material, not much strength.

[@JMSculptureDesigns]

Is this method really robust and solid? And in time how will it hold? Thank you for your answer

[@SuzukiRiderlv426]

how long will it last before cracking? thats a big tension point hence the initial material failure

[@john172867]

Nice work... I was looking to reattach my dress shoes to the sole and came across your video! 😊

[@donnabeem3036]

Wow I've never seen anything like that that is absolutely amazing

[@Capochin950]

Very satisfying to watch.A job well done.

[@Heimrik01]

Great job, though I believe the pieces of leather glued were a bit too small.

[@michaeltokarev2845]

How about applying some patches from the inside?

[@pascalbondon2308]

The repair would certainly be more durable, though uneasy to do without viewing, and likely a bit uncomfortable for the owner of the shoes (unless the patches have been perfectly sanded).

[@jaimevega3847]

Mis respetos,felisitaciones por exelente trabajo y por mostrarnos su trabajo bendiciones maestro🤝

[@kodiakfamily8032]

Nice job. In the long run, how long will it last?

[@abdessamedsamado-n7c]

What is the name of the machine you used?

[@sand0077]

Great craftsmanship in the restoration! 👋

[@dionysos334]

Excellent job ! Well done.

[@rajibbasu4988]

Excellent, I have a shoe factory where we get shoes for repair to do can you please suggest me the chemical that you have used, looking forward for your answer

[@BollYogi]

Good result, congratulations.2 questions: -is it neoprene you that you be used? - does someone know the best way to feed and polish different types of leather with 100% natural products?I m bored of using petroleum derivates Pork grease ( suif in french),Nivea cream,olive oil.👍😉..????

[@romantrishkin6358]

Good job, it's like cosmetic repair for car before to sell. What do you think how many time the shoes can be used?

[@hansdietrich1496]

Can you include a lists of that glue, coloring etc that you're using somewhere? If you use some sponsored links, that would be helpful for you as well.

[@aliZoso]

That was very impressive to watch, can't be a cheap repair.

[@nickvegas2459]

Where to get this done in Bangkok? The repair I've had done so far has been awful!

[@shaftoflight3497]

there is a zone of load and constant bending... all this will quickly fall apart... the imitation of whole leather is actually a layer of plaster...

[@rodgersandrodgers8191]

What type of glue was used?

[@ivanovmiladin3415]

greetings Thanks for the video, what were the first two creams and pastes you used? if you can also name the company? Thanks in advance!

[@haazeMAX]

So.. You're some sort of leather magician. I see.

[@kyrilchrysos1266]

You are way too generous with saphire! Its expensive mate!!! ahahah I love it! Looks great!

[@johnruckman2320]

What is a good reliable boot adhesive for Caterpillar work boots? Bought a pair from Goodwill, barely used if at all, most likely from an estate. Used one day going up a mountain. Soles separated from uppers but not all the way. No evidence of any glue residue. Caterpillar didn't offer to fix the problem nor suggest a boot repair shop after I sent them the info and pictures. Tops discolored slightly possible from sunlight through the windows. Still new stiff. Tried Tear Mender, unsatisfactory results. Shoe Goop was a disappointment with other repairs. Super Glue will eat some tennis shoe materials.

[@QuacGiaNgoVietCongHoa]

I suggest simply through it away because the other parts of this boot are also very fatigue. For one boot, the most wearing part is the heel, you may need to redo the heel for 3 times then you will wear out the sole and leather front piece at same time.

[@karlgustav5490]

what product do you use to fill the cracks around the hole plz?

[@haroonmirza4453]

Excellent job done

[@gcf6483]

Simply incredible!!!

[@dankamosna2870]

Ako dlho vydrzi tato oprava ? myslim si ze trhliny sa budu sirit dalej, oprava je iba na povrchu ...kozmeticka... je len otazkou casu kedy sa to znova rozpadne ...

[@dpspike9368]

Great work. Wish your shop was in my town.

[@angelofretribution8390]

Отличная работа, сделал как для себя!!!