Making bespoke boots from scratch ( pattern making, boot upper, handwelting ), handmade boots

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I'am happy if you like the video. If you have any questions, please comment and I will answer soon.

[@Elfraty]

A traditional shoe making therapy channel, oh yes!!!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you for watching. Have a great time!!!!

[@dianeruiz0721]

There are some men on KZbin doing all handmade shoes and boots like this but they’re from other countries. First time I’ve seen an American on KZbin go handmade 100%. That’s great to see. The craftsmanship is beautiful ❤ Great work!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much for your kind words. I have to apologize, I'm from Germany.

[@ajanand7927]

The process of creating something beautiful is truly so satisfying. That leather is incredible. Dennis watching you shape a pair of boots is epic. You truly are a gifted and self taught craftsman. 😊

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

That means a lot to me. Thank you Aj!

[@bryanduchane2371]

Please let me know the leather you made these boots with. Also, do you have a website or something to see what you offer and can order from it??? Your work is amazing!!

[@kemitchell]

This guy has all the lasting pliers! Thanks for sharing. I hope you enjoyed it and the client was very happy.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Not as many as I want ;) Thank you very much, the client was happy.

[@nickyeah5175]

thats one of the best boot videos ive ever seen.....every single detail covered....I didnt look away.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Oh I feel honored. Thank you very much!

[@davepelfrey3958]

Nick I couldn't agree more with you.

[@askerissenguzhenov218]

hats off - the amount of efforts, passion, attention to details and time is impressive.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much.

[@Tyradius]

Classic design done well, truly a fantastic boot made by a quality craftsman. 👍

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Oh, thank you. These are kind words. Makes me feel honored!

[@bradleythomas5445]

The boots you make are true works of art. Bravo, sir.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Oh, thank you sir. Feeling honored!

[@bradleythomas5445]

@@kustomkraftbootmaker Well-deserved praise. Just amazing to watch you work. Subscribed to your channel now, and catching up on your other works of art! 😊

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

​@@bradleythomas5445that's very kind of you. The next video is in progress but hope you like the older ones too.

[@bradleythomas5445]

@@kustomkraftbootmaker Can’t wait!

[@matthiasgolob8846]

Ich bin begeistert, diese boots sehen richtig gut aus, auch die Herstellung ist 100 %, es ist eine Freude dir zu zusehen. Leisten aus Deutschland 😊 Schöne Grüße aus Deutschland, von einem Schuhmacher.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Tausend Dank. Da freue ich mich sehr drüber. Schöne Feiertage.

[@TSimms7]

Very nice work. Relaxing to watch. I'm probably gonna use this as sleeping material on the restless nights....because it's relaxing, not boring. Here from Reddit btw.....thank you so much for posting ....keep up the good work.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you too sir. Have a good sleep and thanks for the kind words.

[@GICK117]

Art that one can wear. Nice!

[@altizer_shoemaker]

Such clean work, Dennis. Well done again!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Oh, thanks so much. Really appreciate it. Hope you had a good time in NY.

[@jeanmartox3570]

Ca c'est du travail serieux! Bravo!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much, I appreciate it. And happy new year.

[@jeanmartox3570]

@@kustomkraftbootmaker i wear old military boots to France army, and all my shoes are made to traditional making! Your work is for me a real work to boot maker! God bless you and your family!! ( sorry for my english...i am french...lol! )

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

@@jeanmartox3570 thats very kind of you. God bless you too my friend and kind regards from Germany

[@davel2734]

Your skills are amazing! Thank you for this great video.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@jamessiebert9833]

Well done mate, superb design and quality.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

So glad you like it. Thanks for the kind words.

[@jeanmartox3570]

Nick's peux aller se faire une jeunesse!! Je plaisante, ils font du bon travail, meme si je ne raffole pas du montage stichdown!

[@blackwingvisuals5017]

Off the clock! Magic of the mind!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

❤

[@blackwingvisuals5017]

@@kustomkraftbootmaker am making some boots as we speak! The biggest issue I have where I live in the UK is getting good quality hardware! Speed hook's and eyelets etc! It's all garbage! It's frustrating as hell!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

@@blackwingvisuals5017 in Germany as well. I have to order some stuff like Speedhooks in the US.

[@blackwingvisuals5017]

@@kustomkraftbootmaker good suppliers? Any suggestions?

[@СамоучкаДмитрий]

Это ПРЕКРАСНО!!!!

[@josephcase7004]

Beautiful. Your work is incredible

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you so much. That means a lot to me! Have a great day!

[@robertpaul4962]

Magnificent work 😊!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much!

[@stephenoconnell6255]

Beautiful boots

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I'm glad you like it. Thank you very much!

[@syamkumargara7289]

Excellent ❤

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much!

[@mcc-mollercustomcycles6026]

Das ist richtige Handwerkskunst und hat schon fast was meditatives!👍🏼👏🏼💪🏼😁

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Danke, und das von jemandem der weiß wovon er spricht 😊

[@chrisfournier6144]

Well done! Such great craftsmanship and a fine pair of boots!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. I do the best I can.

[@MrBtstewart]

Wow you are a true craftsman, I can’t wait till my turn comes up. Excellent.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I'm looking forward to it. Thank you very much!

[@Sobreiroboots]

Great Job and super nice video.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thanks mate. I've got a good role model.

[@siilekkk]

You deserve dozen more subs bro fr

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I don't know my friend. For me it's okay. I don't expect anything.

[@american1911]

Wow! Would I love to have a pair. Amazing!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much I appreciate you. If you want to have more information you can write me an email. [e-mail]

[@zborges]

Trabalho muito bem feito, parabéns.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Muito obrigado!

[@bobpaunovic7009]

Superbe travail 👌💪

[@xTurboHatchetx]

WOOOOOW! Great work!!!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. Glad you like it.

[@profissaoglobal2]

It is gorgeous

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much!

[@danielolsson4]

Great video!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. I'm glad you like it!

[@CallsignArchangel]

amazing work

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you.

[@ThuggaManeLaFlare]

this was fantastic

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. I appreciate it.

[@EDHBlvd]

Amazing work.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much!

[@jeanmartox3570]

l'épaisseur de la semelle de premiére de montage est impressionnante, habitué au 3.5 millimétres, là lorsque le pied à pris sa marque, le confort doit etre extra!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Yes it's more than 5mm. It's pit tanned leather from the black forest.

[@chaiwatpotichanid]

ตรงจุดความแรงตก😮...ต่อออน❤

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

🙏

[@hela8693]

Cool tutorial, thank you

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@kevinbarrett9615]

Beautiful!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you for watching and your kind word.

[@pickletreewoodcraft7858]

Wunderbar handwerkskunst!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Vielen Dank!

[@Vasilyev74]

Nice boot's

[@АлексейШулешко-т7о]

Супер! Мастер! Респект.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Большое спасибо

[@Holfwalk]

Those are super, super nice. Won't those shank rivets eventually create a high spot in the insole?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you. No sir, this will not create high spots.

[@bryanduchane2371]

Is that a result of using the last? Watch times of boy videos and have never shown how a last works. No clue what they are made with and how long they last before they aren't useable??​@@kustomkraftbootmaker

[@MrStreetninja007]

Love this

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much! I appreciate it.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. I don't know exactly the word in English but Marcel Mrsan has such similar on his webpage zegzug.

[@shaheerbhatti4196]

I know this is a big favour to ask but could you explain and teach each step on how to make the boots and patterns cuz where I'm from we don't have schools for this stuff,much appreciated 👍🏼

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I can help you. But please write an email. How the heel should I explain any on a comment ;)

[@jeejaroo]

Really beautiful work. What type of leather is the upper?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you. This is harness leather from tannery Kobel in Germany.

[@tk4329]

Masterpiece

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. I appreciate it.

[@flightschoolcustomfootwear]

Amazing craftmanship!! How long have you been making boots? I cant wait to get started on my 1st boot build!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I made my first pair in 2021.

[@flightschoolcustomfootwear]

@@kustomkraftbootmaker wow you're skills are top notch already! Where are you located? I started making sneakers in 2021 and now I'm really interested in the process of making boots and dress shoes. I'm still working on getting some of the tools I'll need to complete the soles but I'm almost there!

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. I'm located in Kiel, northern Germany.

[@flightschoolcustomfootwear]

@@kustomkraftbootmaker youre welcome! And wow, that's awesome! I cant wait to see more from you! I'm glad I found your channel! I will definitely be watching all of your videos!

[@davepelfrey3958]

An absolute Masterpiece, just gorgeous boots. Just on an average, how many hours do you think a pair of these boots take you to make?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much! I don't count the time exactly but I think it should be 40 to 50 hours. This includes the pattern making.

[@glddstgpsy]

Wow, nice work! What is the process to attach the insole to the wooden last? How do you get it to stay in place?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you. First you have to nail the wet insole to the last.

[@yotamonster]

I need this but with a safety toe

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. We can discuss this via email. [e-mail]

[@sanchofro]

I like your jacket, where'd you get it ?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. This is the kustom Kraft workwear jacket. It's tailor made and finished by me. If you want one, there is fabric for one more left. [e-mail]

[@blakesheppard4093]

How come such thick leather stays flush at the heel and toe section during the lasting process When I do it I get lumps n curls at the two section and can’t seem to make it flat for the welt

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Try to make bigger lumps and nail them down. It's a process.

[@blakesheppard4093]

​@@kustomkraftbootmaker One more question regarding that. Do you nail the tacks down at the lowered section of the insole(where the welt strip eventually sits) OR nailed the tacks on the raised band section which is used to stitch the welt

[@ericritz2853]

I need some one to help me make the patterns of the boots I’m looking for

[@electrifying_arin]

Sir if I'm not wrong so here you are sticking upper as well as insole with the welt right? If yes then what's the benefit of stitching insole as well, waiting for your reply sir 😊🙏🏻

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

This type of construction makes the boots very durable and easy to repair.

[@robertpaul4962]

Where do you get your lasts?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

The lasts are from Spenlé in Germany.

[@neffinsanchez4049]

Hi, I have the same lasts for me. I have a question: Is this last a true size when you put on the boot already made?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

It comes pretty close because of the spacious toe box

[@neffinsanchez4049]

@kustomkraftworkshop8593 thank you so much for your help 🙏🏼

[@mmadrian9370]

thank you for making this video, its fun to watch! how does channeling of the insole help with the boot making process? Does it make it easier to stitch through?

[@williammarshall468]

You have to channel the insole in order to make a holdfast, the ridge he stitches the welt to.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

It's definitely necessary for handwelting. Thank you for your kind words.

[@travissmith7100]

Great video,beautiful boots. What is the steel patter making tool called?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Pattern ruler. You can find it on zegzug.com

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

zegzug.com/products/professional-footwear-pattern-ruler-3-0?_pos=1&_sid=c75fd3fa4&_ss=r

[@travissmith7100]

Thank you so much

[@albertomarino242]

Pricing and how do i order ??!!?? Love them

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

The price starts at 1000usd depending on your choices. For ordering please send me an email. [e-mail] Thank you very much.

[@klausbecker4745]

super video :)! sehr schön gefilmt und wunderschönes oberleder. was für ein leder benutzt du für rahmen und hinterkappen, wenn ich fragen darf?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Danke Klaus, das freut mich. Hierfür benutze ich blankleder von der gerberei Kobel.

[@klausbecker4745]

@@kustomkraftbootmaker danke dir :)

[@transc3ndus]

It is truly lovely work. How much is a pair of boots? Do you also make bespoke last for clients that visit you in person?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you for your comment. Starting price is 1000usd. And I would love to make a bespoke last!

[@kevinorr6880]

I am amazed that any real craftsman can earn a living these days. You’d have to make $96/hr to cover a living. That's a pair of boots sold from start to finish every 7 hours. That's a pair of boots per day. OMH!!

[@tabula_rosa]

Why were you sanding tape

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I have more control with it for the last steps of sanding.

[@lefix3425]

sehr schönes Video mit tollen Eindrücken. Wie viele Stunden Arbeit stecken in so einem Paar Schuhe?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Vielen, lieben Dank. Genau gezählt habe ich nicht. Ich denke es sind ca 50 Stunden.

[@ПавелЭкземплярский-й9р]

Класс!

[@stanrozenberg9352]

Really great video! I'm curious where can I get that shoemakers square??

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. I don't know exactly what you mean with square? Is it the table?

[@aaronminkenberg8386]

Hallo, ich mache als Hobby selber auch Schuhe und habe für Außensohlen einen 5,5-6mm Martin Sohlencroupon, aber noch kein spezifisches Innensohlen leder. Benutzt du auch dasselbe Leder für Innensohle wie Außensohle, oder benutzt du da eine flexiblere Version oder Schulterleder und wie dick ist dein innensohlenleder? Danke schonmal im Vorraus für eine Antwort.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Für beides nutze ich die etwas flexiblere Version von Martin. Das Leder für die Brandsohle hat ca 5mm.

[@aaronminkenberg8386]

👍🏻​okay danke dir für die Antwort

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

@@aaronminkenberg8386 sehr gerne.

[@lgroves336]

no website?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Not yet for boots but for bags. www.kustomkraft.de The boots are customized every time and you can see more on instagram @kustomkraftworkshop. Thank you!

[@aaronminkenberg8386]

Which glue are you using to cement the Midsole to the Welt?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I use contact cement orthofix 2000

[@patrickmiao1698]

Beautiful looking boots, love your technique. One caveat though, I don't know if it is the camera lense distortion but the right foot heels looks a little tilted compared with the other shoe.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much.

[@ericritz2853]

I like to find some one who can help me find some one to make a pair of vintage 1930s tall lace up boots

[@jivuchka]

👍

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you!

[@AnnikaKieback]

❤

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you!

[@1aintgonelie]

Funny how it starts with a last.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Yes, or the last shall be the first ;)

[@peterj.9360]

i once watched a shoemaker draw the pattern, he drew the model exactly on the last and then the shoe was beautifully proportioned exactly as it should be and as he wanted it to be. He told me that you can never work accurately with such a shoemaker's circle because the proportions are not exact. I actually think your finished shoes should be set lower in the derby because then the shoe looks nicer. what do you think of my criticism?

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

I think that there are many ways to do it. I feel more comfortable doing it this way. But I will give it of course another try because I change the pattern every time. There's no standart.

[@gunnsenemm8347]

#1. :)

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

❤️

[@gerron1591]

B1ag1ur hezhash ja ukho haja batinkash

[@koskey06]

The heel looks just a lil too big "for my liking". Beautiful boot tho

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thanks for that. I appreciate it!

[@strufian]

Представляю какие они тяжёлые, какое мучение в таких ходить. 😞

[@karlkimberger1525]

Это стиль!!! Остальное вторично. Американцы в основном ездят на авто, поэтому "тяжесть" этой прекрасной пары не имеет значение!

[@matiask7633]

Dude, you need a sharper japanese skiving knife. That one's a safety hazard. I noticed your stropping angle at the beginning was way too steep, it should follow the angle of the blade which is preferably 10-15 degrees. If you're looking for a new one, ask a blacksmith or a knifemaker to make one out of RWL-34 or similar (powdered stainless steel). It will be worth it, trust me.

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much for this good advice my friend. Definitely I have to improve with that. And a new knife would be worth it for sure!

[@dr.nat.veliaslan2301]

will haben, kannst du mir gleich zuschicken, ich sehe genau passend nach einlaufen, laufen wie auf Wolken, Respekt gute Arbeit, Handwerk ist unerreichbar gut und selten geworden ,,,, danke

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Danke, deine Worte weiß ich sehr zu schätzen.

[@soupisreallynice]

Beautiful job how long it’s take from start to finish

[@kustomkraftbootmaker]

Thank you very much. Glad you like it. I didn't count the time but I think about 50 hours.