Shoe Shine Sunday With Jason Dornstar | Kirby Allison Hanger Project

In this episode of our Shoe Shine Sunday Series, we visit with Jason Dornstar about how he got into shining shoes, his growth on KZbin and the ASMR community.
For a chance to win a complete Saphir shoe shine starter kit, visit our contest page at www.kirbyallison.com/giveaway
Make sure to go and check out Jason's page for many other fantastic shoe shine videos here: / @jasondornstar
Shining your shoes has been a cherished ritual for men for over a century, and in this video we highlight just how relaxing and therapeutic shining one's shoes on the weekend can be, either by doing it yourself, or heading to a shoe shine stand like this one.
So grab your favorite pair of shoes and shine along with us.
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[@FredsVoice]

Great seeing you both together. Your videos are both relaxing and informative

[@Primaltreeman]

ayyyyy

[@oldwest517]

I bought a pair of Johnston and Murphy penny loafers that I really couldn't afford when I was in grad school, back when they were still made in the US. I kept them well-shined and had them resoled and refurbished by J&M twice, and they lasted me more than 20 years, which is saying something, since I wore them virtually every day for much of that time Finally something happened that couldn't be fixed and I had to let them go. It was a formative experience to me to buy a good entry-level pair of shoes and take care of them. I recently took my 20-something son down to my alterations tailor and passed on two if my jackets and a wool overcoat that had belonged to my father. The tailor marvelled at how good their condition was in spite of regular wear for decades. Special moments.

[@nickoltcho]

Special moments you say...shoes....

[@oldwest517]

@@nickoltcho Clearly you didn't read the part about me passing on a piece of clothing to my son that had belonged to his grandfather.

[@MecchaKakkoi]

I've really been enjoying these collaborative vids you've been doing. The combination of styles and personality is definitely interesting.

[@BestPaulever]

I really like Jason looking at the eyes when talking. That is what a decent gentleman should do.

[@cvc1]

Really nice listening to a couple of guys bonding and telling good stories about life and the meaningful purpose of showing pride in ownership.. Men need the time to accomplish things and feel the enjoyment of getting to that final result.. Great video and I'll be purchasing these shoe care products soon.. Thank you guys!

[@lexnite22]

Bromance happening. lol. Kirby please invite more fellow shoe shiners as it's interesting seeing their technique/style

[@MarcusJGadson_CFA]

The concept “Shoe Shine Sunday” is incredible. Thanks for the great content!

[@tonymaiettasr.7340]

It's Sunday. The meal is over. The kids have gone home. Time to shine my shoes. Thanks guys. Good video.

[@RevJamesCostello]

The kids have gone home? That’s quite depressing.

[@tommyteevee]

Why is that depressing? He’s probably a grandfather and his children were visiting for a meal then went home to their respective homes.

[@earthangel8875]

Wow! two of my favorite shoeshine men in one video! My mother once told me that you could always tell what kind of man one was by his shoes. They didn't have to be expensive, but they had to be clean and shined. I come from the era when men took pride in what they wore and what their shoes looked like. I was a shoe shine boy in down town San Jose, CA age 10. I got so good I had my own clientele. I had appointments for shining bus drivers shoes on their break and was paid well for a kid. I spent many hours, days, months watching a very friendly, animated, good spirited African American shine shoes in front of a Barber shop. I watched and asked many questions. I even developed his shoe shine rag and brush "rhythm". (unique) I started my own little shoe shine business and spent the weekends walking the streets of San Jose, CA with my head down looking at men's shoes. That was the 70's and men still dressed well and wore leather bottom shoes with "taps" (heel savers) on them. I made lots of money for a 10 year old. Had lunch wherever I wanted, went to the movie theater, bought me the leather boots I had eyed for years in the store window and bought my mother gifts (mostly appliances and more). To this day I still wear leather bottom shoes with taps (heel savers) and spit shine them until I can see my face. I owe it all to that friendly, animated shoeshine man with the stand in front of the Barber shop. I admire and take my hat off to any and all men who take the time to shine their shoes and make an effort to dress well, because any budget can with some creativity. Thank you for making this video Kirby. I admire and respect both of you, Jason and your individual techniques. Stay Classy. Angel from The Bay (Area) Caliboy

[@dannywarnock8822]

I love accidental ASMR. Like Bob Ross. I noticed this ever since I was a kid. Love the Dornstar videos!

[@scottv781]

I can't believe I watched this whole thing. I experienced a bit of the ASMR effect watching and listening. Loved all the videos you made with Jason.

[@mikejessable]

Thanks Kirby, Great video with you two gent's. I like Jason used several different brands of shoe products until a couple of years ago when I decided to start using the Saphir line of products thanks to you. I have never been happier.

[@petermaag9622]

lol 29:00 - that ought to be a first: the swearing on cam, not the nicking. Good on you, Kirby :)

[@harryq7870]

every body gonna say the same when they in that situation =))))))))

[@massivefollower7131]

Peter Maag I noticed the beep for sure haha I think it’s better to beep it I must have missed what happened around minute 26 tho. Was it off camera?

[@NeilNatic]

😂😂😂😂🤣 nicking the shoe had me cracking up

[@efzak]

jason dornstar is legend

[@WeneedmoreY1outube]

Loved the intro

[@nickytravis3499]

Shoe shine sunday is my new thing

[@MaybeItsAnthony]

Awesome video, love the passion you two have for this!

[@josephbarnes8000]

Dang the shine starter kit has already ended. I love what you said about craftsmanship and quality from a 100 years ago

[@zorancosic1237]

You guys got me hooked up on your videos! Keep up good work and I wish you to hit 100K soon very soon!

[@melee1039]

Bro bond ….I love it

[@donkyuhbuhts540]

I love Dornstars vids

[@nowornever2504]

Wow didn’t expect to see you both in a video. Love it! 👍🏻

[@MeteCanKarahasan]

This has got to be the most hilarious episode.

[@nigel6816]

You can really pick up the southern nuances in Kirby’s speech if you listen closely. Southern gentleman!

[@kirbyallison]

Nigel Smith The nuance is there, for sure.

[@ahf5471]

This is brilliant, this type of series could really take off. I wonder if you could get Jeffree Star to shine shoes with you...

[@dannywarnock8822]

Great collab!

[@jimmcfarland579]

Awesome video!

[@AT-oj7of]

This is great. Question for Kirby: I notice you’re using the neutral pate de luxe. Is there any advantage to using a color-specific pate de luxe over the neutral mirror gloss? Or is the color irrelevant to the “melting” process? In the latter case, I’ll save my colored pate de luxes and just use the neutral for glacaging. Thanks!

[@avatarvincent40]

What is your take on waterproof spray and how often do you apply it? I may have missed it, but I haven’t seen you talk about it yet.

[@furdiebant]

Great intro

[@malcolmspillett8172]

Just to let you know that I am still using the horsehair brushes the were my father's and were made in 1941, so they're ten years older than me!

[@VWbobby94]

Love those shine!!!!

[@TopStrikerMaverick]

Jason Pornstar seems like a pretty cool dude. Edit: *Dornstar

[@GeoffPeterson33]

SHINE BOIS 🙏

[@marsbanditnyc9043]

Love these cross overs 😊 time to get my shoe shine kit out 🕺🏻

[@RevJamesCostello]

Okay, so I pulled out my Tricker’s Woodstock and gave them a quick polish. Nothing too thorough.

[@icedcoldkilla]

you should make more fun videos like this Kirby.

[@danielcano427]

Hello Kirby, I absolutely love your content. I´ve noticed that there´s an issue that you haven´t mention at all yet. Do you have any tips of how to break in new shoes?

[@victhebassman1]

The shoes look good man! But I think you need sole dressing! It will complete the shine

[@nicevid117]

Kiwii is a decent product for a beginner. idk why its always talked down on.

[@johnhenry6749]

Excellence knows excellence.

[@styzoom]

Jason is nice guy.

[@zorancosic1237]

Cool! You guys are fantastic!

[@waelsworld]

Brilliant 👍

[@myfavs5393]

Shining shoes wearing an expensive business suit, silk tie and cufflinks. Awesome

[@TuTran-kr2yk]

Hello Kirby. So I live in Montreal, Canada where the winter lasts for 5-6 months. Obviously, I cant wear the dress shoes in the winter so my question is is it enough just to store the shoes in the closet/box or should I apply cream to it (once a month). Thank you

[@lewiswilliamsjr1190]

Use the stocking is like a polishing rag and you see the difference

[@jrlee31]

Jason, could you please speak louder... Overall I enjoyed this collaboration the most, compared with others. Both of you pointed out two important things. First to invest in quality shoes and then make an effort to take care of yourself. That includes how you dress and shoe care. To me, the way I look at a person is by their shoes. That tiny small detail truly makes a huge difference.

[@richardgivher835]

Looks like Dornstar forgot his rubber gloves!

[@kojiattwood]

29:27 Yes, defensive walking is an art unto itself

[@richardgivher835]

🤣What a great intro!

[@jrlee31]

Hi Kirby I'm really interested about the shoe shine shammy that you are using. Can you tell me what material is it made of and do you cut them to smaller pieces. And what is the major difference in terms of shine from using a shammy, ordinary cloth and by hand. Thanks.

[@nalimo4652]

Hey Kirby, Has the quality of Allen Edmonds’s gone down? I recently purchased a pair of Fifth Avenues and the leather just doesn’t seem to be on par with my older AE shoes. I for sure noticed the difference in the quality of shoe laces. These new ones are just poor quality, much thicker than my others. Small things like that just bother me when it comes to my shoes. Thanks

[@Mainwong]

M3.Milan you should be asking Allen Edmond, no?

[@nalimo4652]

@@Mainwong Doubt they would admit that their product has gone down in quality.

[@jamesherman5708]

Agree. I bought the same shoes and the quality was very poor. Unfortunately, they can't be returned after they've been worn. I won't be buying any more.

[@Banzai431]

I've often wondered how to shine combination leather shoes, where the upper is stitched equal parts suede and full grain calf. I've been reticent to buy a pair of shoes like that for fear of ruining the suede by getting cream polish or wax on the suede. Any chance of a video on that?

[@kirbyallison]

Great suggestion for a video! The only real answer is to just be careful...

[@checomags5951]

you could talk about the correct use of sheers socks

[@lullemans72]

26:30 beeep!

[@almarsoomy]

How take care of shoes from the bottom?

[@MattDeckard]

That's all well and good, but is that a hemp hat?

[@peterrothe7179]

That's a cool Video

[@TopStrikerMaverick]

French shoes look ugly to me.

[@donkyuhbuhts540]

Wtf all this and no finished product...Lol

[@stejclfc]

Loved the intro