Justin Elephant skin Boots Resized

These over 40 years old elephant skin boots were just not fitting g right to the customer. As we get older our feet change so we resized these to fit the customers feet.

[@SinaShahsana]

Man , that little side conversation during weld stitch made my day.😂

[@stephenrobb8759]

It was a fun chuckle. Good that I had no beverage in my mouth.

[@joe_ferreira]

I personally would like to hear more from the manager. 😂

[@SinaShahsana]

@@joe_ferreira yeh his very shy most of the times.

[@lynngolubic2654]

Yes, we like to hear you talk, narrate, kibbitz,explain and teach us as you go. You are a very interesting person.

[@apollomoonlandings]

Watching these boots rather easily slip onto Brian's feet instantly told me that the widened boots should be very comfortable for him to wear. It is amazing that Brian has not worn these boots for 30 years and that now he can wear these boots again. I also noticed that Brian seems to keep his leather biker jacket in very nice condition. I really enjoyed your interview with Brian and his comments about these boots. I love Brian's comment that, "Making them right was worth the investment." This is exactly why people send stuff to Bedo's Leatherworks. Brian's best followup comment was, "I'm gonna wear these suckers out." Steve left a lot of stuff out in this video about many of the other steps which he performed, including how he increased the width of these boots. All of these steps are available in his other videos. It is obvious that Steve decided to concentrate on showing the upgrades to the original boot construction in order to highlight how the upgrades will increase the longevity of these very stunning boots. Steve, congratulations for another amazingly well executed job. And congratulations to Brian for trusting Steve to rework these remarkably handsome boots.

[@69shovlhed89]

Steve relined that jacket for me some 10 or so years ago. its better than a Schott jacket now.

[@chinatownboy7482]

I know that cobblers like all leather heel stacks, because they can reuse them. Makes sense. I am amazed at how well the fiberboard has held up. The fiberboard did not disintegrate or otherwise fall apart in 40 years.

[@james2592OldLeatherSmith]

OLD Leather Smith here, great job as always Steve. I'm involved in the reverse, my client's feet have gotten thinner. Thanks again 4 your videos. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃

[@jeffryjones8539]

Another fine example of quality workmanship by a true craftsman. Great video and hope the gentleman enjoys his boots for another 40 years.

[@ouarkie]

Great job as always Steve. I hope the gentleman wears and enjoys them for many, many years. They are beautiful.

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

Hello Steve 🙋🏽. It's good to hear from you today ‼️ I can't wait to see what you do with these boots. Enjoy your day ‼️😃👍. SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@angelbenitez2658]

I love how you showed that you reuse leather from other project for the sole heel I would love to see that in every project!

[@deepcover9894]

Absolutely beautiful boots! Love the soles. It is art.

[@jeffreycordova9082]

Those boots looked good before, now they look great!

[@user-jf6oj9ds9k]

Steve you are a true craftsman and have a passion for the work you do, amazing job that you did on these boots . Great to watch the work you do , Steve was very happy with the upgrade that you did .

[@charles.mccormick]

Really a beautiful job, sir. I have to agree with the customer that its a shame to ruin that finish you put on the sole - nice design which fit the style of the boots.

[@spongebobsqueeze]

I personally am not thrilled about the idea of using elephant skins in shoes or anything else unless the elephant died of old age. Be that as it may 40 years ago things were different. I am impressed that you were able to make these remarkable and hopefully increasingly rare shoes into a better fit. As always your work is impeccable and a joy to watch.

[@slaterider]

Top notch professional work. Love it.

[@daveogarf]

Steve, absolutely excellent job! Those boots looked so much better after you finished. Thank you, sir!

[@lynngolubic2654]

It seems that things always do look better after Steve has given them some love. He is so much fun and so interesting to watch.

[@kevjo13]

It's good to see you uploading a new video. I hope all is well.

[@likearc]

The boot and shoe videos are my favorite!

[@RatdogDRB]

I had a friend decades ago who had the exact same boot (early 80s). Those elephants were TOUGH. At the same time I had a pair of Tony Lamas made from Kangaroo and had lizard "critters" (stylish toe cap) which were the most comfy boots I have EVER owned/worn. I wore them until the uppers had holes in them. Even then I'd wear 'em, just to show they were LOVED and that I wasn't one to wear boots for special occasions. Those boots were finally retired in 2010. The 270* welt does look better than the 3/4 with pegs. A good slathering of Bick4 on those new insoles will help soften them for the break-in of the footbed impression. It's what I've done with all of my Allen Edmonds oxfords. Works like a charm. Love seeing that leather lining instead of canvas (hate that rot) used most of the time.

[@eileencollins8799]

It’s always a great start to the day when a new video from Steve pops up in my notifications. 🇬🇧

[@mackellmo1083]

You guys are a trip! Boots look great!

[@Wheres_Waldos_EDC]

Awesome work as always Steve! Those are beautiful boots!

[@olivierbarthe1531]

as you have accustomed us, your work is more than perfect !!!

[@blumpkin50]

Damn those turned out nice. Steve you really are spectacular at this. Amazing work on a badass pair of boots.

[@Jane-yp7hy]

Good job Steve and good to see you again.

[@rhondabeard7012]

Steve is so talented. The boots turned out beautifully 😊

[@rocket5557]

Those might be the coolest looking cowboy boots I’ve ever seen. I wouldn’t expect a guy who looks like Brian does to wear anything less! Another amazing job by a true craftsman!

[@tonygloster3483]

Great work on a nice pair of boots Steve the customer was very happy watching this video at 6am uk time just before going to work a great start to my day 👍

[@Lyd625]

Love your work Steve!

[@zevgoldman6769]

You are like a kid in a candy store. It is great watching you work. Have fun.

[@kd5byb]

Another awesome job and a great looking boot!

[@iainmceachran321]

Fantastic alteration there Steve. They don’t look 40 years old - such are the standards you hold dear. Loved the reaction of the owner. That alone speaks volumes. Shine on.

[@Crackers2549]

Watched this at the end again Steve and the finished product and what really makes these boots POP now is that white stitching on the top sole...! It just looks awesome and picks up the gray leather of the boot...! Excellent...GG

[@skwarson]

Beautiful and professional work. As always, Steve. Greetings from Poland.

[@flightschoolcustomfootwear]

Wow! Absolutely incredible reconstruction Steve! I love that you did the hold fast on these and watching you do it from the outside to the inside was amazing. Usually the shoemakers do it the other way but seeing it done like that was awesome. Phenomenal work my friend! I truly appreciate you for showing us your work/passion and your process. I am forever grateful for you and your channel. Keep up the great work. Im looking forward to the next one!

[@peterhallock9486]

Absolutely beautiful Steve, I'm sure he will treasure them forever. 🥰

[@mattWallJsy]

Beautiful work as always Sir! 👍🏼

[@Jdogg51]

Awesome craftsmanship very nice👍

[@Crackers2549]

Steveroo you made those boots look awesome… You always impress..! Again, you’re the Master…! Love this💯👍 GG

[@generaljerm]

Steve well done brother.. but Making us wait 2 weeks for some hammertime .... come on we need that weekly videos.. and its ok when you breath into the camera .. we know your working

[@jameslowry4299]

Thanks for another great video. Cool boots.

[@rob3160]

Amazing just totally amazing, just when I thought I have seen your best work, bang you release another video that tops them all. The man, the myth, the legend, Steve from Bedo's Leather Works.

[@PTE399]

Beautiful work. 🪷🙏🏻💙🕉✝️❤️🇺🇸

[@ronwright8623]

Really handsome boots. Worth every penny.

[@brianlabitful]

We'll watch whatever you record Steve it's all interesting!! Keep up the great work! 👍

[@andersestes]

Those became some bad ass boots. Great job!

[@Paul_Lane]

Very nice. Making the boot wearable and comfortable again is great. You are keeping these shoes out of the landfill.

[@czikra]

You are amazing! Love you brother!

[@B747-4OO]

The boots are looking awesome. I like them! 👍

[@MichaelDeming]

Excellent work. I have been putting off repairing the heels on my Frye boots. Got ripped off in a motorcycle wreck at the end of last season.

[@markuhler]

Beautiful boots. I should have kept my cowboy boots I wore in college 40 years ago so Steve could have brought those back to life 😊

[@fronniebealer7808]

Oh, what handsome boots. You made them comfy looking.

[@ellissalinas3194]

I bought a pair of thats second hand but they need a resole and to replace the footbed. Wanted to attempt it myself (ive tried my hand at some allen edmonds before that turned out okay) but had no confinence with the boot style. But after this video it seems much more approachable. Thank you.

[@TLC2034]

Awesome job! That leather looks great!

[@mtbokor1969]

Awesome work

[@bradleythomas5445]

Beautiful job!

[@TheRooster1122]

Only Steve can do this.!!! Awesome job Steve..👍🏼👍🏼

[@jimcollins9999]

Excellent work there Steve B.

[@unciclistaenbuenosaires8287]

Hey Steve, I couldn't watch your videos in the past 6 months by a lot of reasons but it looks like you are not getting to many views and like as used to, and that's not fair your videos are better than in the begining of your channel. And the content and knowledge you share is beyond any discussion. I will see all the vids I havent seen in this months, but you should try to change the format of the videos (length more than anything). Maybe get someone who could make shorts like a preview of each long video. KZbin is unfair with the algorithm but there's always a way to use it for your benefit. I hope the likes anf views get up over again. Keep the good work master!

[@hondacivicdx8856]

Steve love your videos!

[@hughanderson7285]

Working leather with a razor knife, wow! Mastery.

[@savagewind1968]

The most pleasant thing is the satisfied face of the client😀. Greeting grom Ukraine, Steve!

[@Jon_2218]

Master Craftsman. Thanks for sharing.

[@shawnataylor7998]

Beautiful job.

[@joeimbesi5361]

Nice job. Great looking soles!

[@Newflow1204]

Your work is amazing and thanks for recycling.

[@csnelling4]

Another great job Steve 👌☕️🍪

[@jesusvazquez5455]

THE GOAT AT HIS FINEST great job Steve🎉🎉🎉

[@dcarr5533]

Beautiful!

[@jimneufeld4241]

Beautiful, I'd put em in the Trophy case...

[@sharonh988]

Thanks Steve.

[@michaelcallahan1224]

I like how you have, I assume, your son working the camera. Really good job. The close-ups are a great improvement. Great addition to your videos.

[@BedosLeatherworksLLC]

No it’s my childhood friend Loui, he comes now and them.

[@garyharris8082]

very nice work

[@manuelgonzalezgonzalez2848]

Good morning Steve other Wonderfull project ,wonderyjob in The iconic boots ,regards from Spain🎩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍👍👍👍👍

[@rawkusrex]

im not someone who wears cowboy boots, but that pair is gorgeous

[@ottf24]

Very nice job

[@IznBringZ]

You are the best bedo

[@okjoe5561]

Those are good looking boots.

[@ahah-yt3dz]

great job.

[@steveherring8494]

nice job again steve.

[@UrielsJunkDrawer]

Nice work.

[@autismawareness8912]

Somebody is a "Professional" KZbinr now? WOW, I rememeber Steve's video's with 75 views, picking up his cell phone that fell over mid shot, hahaha. Congrats Steve, even the "Professional" cameraman can't keep that shaking under control, enough caffeine already! Cheers

[@charger8020]

Damn Steve they look sharp

[@ABSINTHEMINDEDPROFESSOR]

Very nice!

[@user-gy1si1sp1x]

Steve your incredible and I really enjoy your videos. The triggering needs to go up along with the voice.

[@tarreemhacaruso2687]

Good job ❤

[@ford2384]

Yes you got that just right my friend remember hammer time

[@sambutera3898]

Nice job Steve! I think I would like the natural color souls I did not the black souls coming. like he said it’s art you are an artist!!!

[@HonkyTonkHellraiser]

Nice work

[@bmc5108]

Yeah, customer reaction video 😊

[@davidkirkpatrick712]

Awesome

[@RDZZX14]

Love watching your work Bedo! Awesome video. Quick question, what would you recommend for real Pangolin (Anteater) boots as a safe conditioner/cleaner? Thanks!

[@BedosLeatherworksLLC]

I’ve used Bick 1 and Bick 4 in the past, seems to work well

[@bustermv]

Real beauties!!

[@bownimrod]

Great job!, but I don’t get how the boots are a larger size now. Can you please explain?

[@stevenschwagel8029]

Better than new.

[@SlavaT]

great job Steve! what do you think of elephant skin for shoes compared to seidel or horwin leather ?

[@nickrandol9133]

Very nice, Bedo!

[@Jury-Rigging]

Great work, wow the elephant leather is beautiful! Quick question if you have the time: would a landis 12L be able to handle boot soles like the rapid e stitcher can? I managed to pick up an old landis L that I'm restoring from a retired cobbler shop from Camden New Jersey for 200$. It looks like its all there and I'm hoping it could be used to stitch boots and other thicker soles once I get it up and running. Thanks for all the great education into cobbler work you offer in these videos!

[@BedosLeatherworksLLC]

I have an L also and no problem is stitching boots

[@stephenrobb8759]

Awesomeness

[@bigvisk1125]

thats pretty amazing. i have some dress boots where the shaft (idk, the part that goes around and above my ankle) is to large is that something you can fix? how about making a boot smaller, i have a pair of aldens in cordovan that when i bought were a little big but manageable, but after losing a bunch of weight are now far too big, can you make boots smaller?