Ultimate Cowboy Boot Repair | Tony Lama Boots | JR Soles & Vibram Heels

[@ericpitt3876]

Once you start wearing cowboy boots you get hooked, when you find the right pair you want them to last forever. Nice work gentlemen.

[@bluegrassman3040]

True, I’ve got two pairs of Tony Lama boots(both ostrich) and two pairs of Justin boots(Snake, ostrich). The Justins I got off of eBay several years ago and the ostrich pair had only been worn once.

[@TrentonHeath]

Very true! We both have some that we’ve worn forever.

[@chadduplantis8591]

Those boots are vintage they were very popular in the late 70’s early 80’s they also came in an ivory color. John Travolta even wore a pair in the movie Urban Cowboy

[@needfortweed8734]

Interesting. I have never worn cowboy boots because they seem to be very narrow on the forefoot, and my duck feet can't be having that.

[@JoshMoorin]

@@needfortweed8734 I would recommended a square toe box boot! Lots more toe room.

[@htacapparel6922]

These guys' grip strength should be legit working with them pliers all day

[@isabelleblanchet3694]

That burned wood sign would be perfect in the blank area to the right of the window in the background.

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@joshc1291]

I like the filming style today of y’all side by side it’s pretty cool

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@SuperFlowback]

Second that.

[@JeffreyStrader]

I and my wife live at our ranch here at Lake Thunderbird in Norman Oklahoma, where we raise Horses and Cattle. I was the Sr. Board member of the "Norman Round Up Club". My Cowboy Boots are MANDATORY out here. We have Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes, Pygmy Rattlesnakes, Copperheads, Cottonmouths and other things that like to bite. A GOOD pair of Cowboy boots are a 100% requirement here!......( killed 3 Pygmy Rattlers just last year, killing one of them by stepping on it with my boots )...........My most comfortable and favorite boots are my Rattlesnake Boots. Extremely soft leather, but very durable and bite proof (so far LOL)

[@TrentonHeath]

We’ve been to Lake Thunderbird many times. We used to live in Moore. Yep, definitely a lot of snakes out there.

[@ellejay2439]

My husband and I are of Indian origin living in Melbourne, Australia. We accidentally stumbled upon your videos and we are hooked. You guys are super talented! 👍🏽

[@minceraftfornite4334]

When did you move to Australia and how do you like it

[@jeremiahkirby6552]

Indian food is my favorite!

[@ellejay2439]

@@minceraftfornite4334 My husband was born and raised here, so it’s home for him. I moved here around 15-16 years ago. The people are friendly and laid-back, the landscape, ocean, and wildlife are absolutely stunning-it’s like living in a dream. Hard work pays off here, which makes it rewarding. Like anywhere, though, it has its downsides-the govt can be overbearing (I guess that seems common everywhere nowadays), but overall, it’s a great place to be.

[@ellejay2439]

@@jeremiahkirby6552 👌🏼

[@powderriverfarrier]

Trenton's finally letting Heath have some face time with the viewers. Who knew he could be so funny behind that deadpanned expression? Let's hear it for Heath's sense of humor folks.

[@TrentonHeath]

😁😁👍

[@wolfguardian8312]

Great video....excellent talent with Trenton and Heath...Definately two dudes you want to send 'yer beloved cowboy boots to, to get a new lease on life.....

[@stevemcbain1816]

I never thought I’d spend my evenings watching cobblers at work.

[@jonkomatsu8192]

It's a Saturday. There's a new Trenton and Heath video. What better?! Happy Weekend, all! Thanks! 🤙🥾👢

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you! 😉👍

[@darrellhendrix5502]

I swear you gentlemen are going to make shoe snobs of us all. 😃 you are definitely making more business for cobblers everywhere but are setting the bar high. Let's hear it for craftsmanship.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you very much!

[@wolfguardian8312]

Us dudes that wear cowboy boots all the time are assuredly boot snobs.....

[@adonchavis5127]

Best shop set up yet! The side-by-sides should definitely be a mainstay

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks! We’re definitely going to start incorporating those into the videos.

[@jasonp2906]

It's always fascinating watching you restoring shoes/boots. Doesn't feel like a 20-min long video. And I was nodding when Heath was asking if we wanted him to replace the plastic. 😁

[@TrentonHeath]

Haha. Thank you!

[@GLHS592]

For some reason, I find watching you resole boots to be very relaxing. You make it look so easy.

[@powderriverfarrier]

People freely doing things for you guys to show their appreciation. If that doesn't convince you you're on the right track ... well then ...

[@TrentonHeath]

We’re definitely humbled and very appreciative! It’s such a nice gesture by so many of you.

[@markaschaefer]

Wow. I thought I was the only one from Columbus, Indiana that was obsessed with this channel. Small world. Now I need to send a gift to one up them!! 😤

[@anthonygardner400]

Thanks guys. The boots look great. When I visited Nashville, my friend who lives there, talked me into buying a pair of Lucchese boots. Never thought I’d wear cowboy boots, but I like them. Are you fans? PS - You’re making my hungry 😋

[@TrentonHeath]

Love cowboy boots! We both have some that we’ve had forever. Lucchese’s are great boots! Glad to hear you’re wearing and enjoying them. 😉👍

[@conservativeokie]

Been many years since I’ve had a pair, but Lucchese’s use to be the Cadillac of store-bought boots!

[@anthonygardner400]

@@conservativeokie Thanks. They definitely feel like high quality to me. But they probably should feel that way given the fact that I'd put them in the category of "an investment." :)

[@marcc5028]

Lucchese are great boots ... so are Nocona. I also like Justin (as a cheaper daily boot). Tecovas are also quite nice ... especially for the money. Never been a huge fan of Tony Lama ... also keeping in mind that they are usually pricier than the previously mentioned here. Greetings from Texas 🤠

[@anthonygardner400]

@@marcc5028 Thanks! Appreciate it.

[@joaquin-jacknava2696]

The boots look great after the new resole. I liked when the camera was filming with both of you in the shot. Thanks gentlemen and have a safe weekend.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you! You as well.

[@michaelford1709]

I will never stop asking for more cowboy boots

[@TrentonHeath]

👍😁

[@iamoption11]

I must say you to have 2 of the best hair cuts on KZbin surprised no shampoo deal's yet lol great video

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks. 😂

[@joshua8314]

I'm a pilot and wear Thursday executive's for work. The hot tarmac, leaked fuel, and fluids destroy leather and rubber studded leather soles quickly. The lugged JR soles look like they'd provide some resilience in that environment without looking like a boot sole. Keep up the great videos!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you! What planes do you fly?

[@joshua8314]

@@TrentonHeath I'm currently flying the Lear 45 and 75. We fly a lot of business people around the country, occasionally making it into BNA. I discovered your channel during my down time at a training event in Wichita and never looked back. Thanks Guys!

[@MemphisCorollaS]

Rex Krueger said it best that the old school traditional ways usually work best for hand tool work. Craftsmen didn’t waste time, money, effort, or materials if they were any good. They found the best ways they could to produce the best work they could with tools, jigs, and processes that just worked over time. It looks like y’all blend quality, new materials (leather soles with small lugs for example) with traditional techniques. It’s mesmerizing to watch you both killing it at your craft. Thanks for the great content.

[@ChrisLascari]

3 months later and I still gave you the thumbs up when requested

[@mariobarrera422]

You all need more cowboy boot videos!!!

[@billarends2244]

That boot with its color and toe style and cap has been a Tony Lama staple since the 60s.

[@JohnH20111]

i know that when i need to get my boots resoled, i’m going to have Trenton & Heath handle it, because of their high quality workmanship and attention to detail

[@anthonyp6544]

How do you supposed to two-step with that rubber on the bottom of your boots 🇨🇱🇺🇸

[@BunderChowed]

The joy of having a 20 min video!!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@Incaensio]

Request: More wide angle shots. Love seeing more of the shop and getting a better idea where things are placed and how it works and such. Maybe some shots from up on a ladder or whatnot.

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@kbrett2004]

I enjoy many cobbler channels and I'm always struck by the fact you two cats are undeniably the best dressed and have the cleanest shop of any I watch. Kudos gents.

[@TrentonHeath]

Well, thank you, Sir!

[@jayfromtexas6718]

Fascinating! Hate that I’ve spent 42 years working in a chemical plant. So muck honor in what y’all do.

[@MadMathMike]

Thank you for not putting music in the videos while you're working. The sounds really add an important dimension to the work. 🙂 Nice job, as always! 👍

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@jayfromtexas6718]

Man! I could sit and watch y'all all day!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you so much for watching.

[@davidredacted6959]

I love that you always support the troops. Those brave men and women that literally die for our way of life deserve our eternal respect and gratitude.

[@kevinstewart4579]

I love these highly- detailed resole jobs... Also, the shooting style of having you both working together is really great. In fact, I think that I've found a video to tie with my previous favourite, which was the Lobb repair... Again, the camera-work is excellent, but the real strength of the video lies in how Heath breaks down and explains the steps. Considering the attention to detail, meticulousness and care that you both put into your work, I find myself wondering what you could do if you were to take on a restoration of Trenton's Mustang?! (or was it a Camaro?) I bet that a whole lot of people would LOVE to see that! Thanks guys!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you so much for the kind words. 65’ Mustang.

[@toddfraisure1747]

Seeing how the soles are made now I understand why my Tony Lamas feel like I've been walking on concrete at the end of the day. I think I'll have them resoled with some cushion now. Thanks.

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@paulkissiah8083]

You can really tell these guys are brothers...Boots look awesome

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you! 👍

[@spurmarks]

Wingtips have a real nostalgic tug at my heart!

[@FFM0594]

Watching you guys work is therapeutic.

[@doug_sports_collector]

I used to sell TL's back in the early 80's; always loved the hand pegs, steel shank and leather lining. Great work on this pair; those soles look awesome, craftsmanship 🔥. Great video.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you so much!

[@HRWG99]

Always makes my (London) day to see you to at work. Best of good wishes to you and your families.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you very much!

[@owtkast023]

That's a pretty awesome gift. Plus, Columbus is almost immediately east of where I used to live in Bloomington. So that's cool.

[@scottm405]

Can't say enough about Butcher Box...It's been a year for us, fantastic service.. quality meats. Great Video as always

[@TrentonHeath]

Awesome!

[@jad21964]

Even without touching the uppers, those boots look like new. Nice work.

[@KillytheSeeker]

You do an amazing job guys, big fan😊 Kudos from the Basque country 👍🏻

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@gregtoth4497]

Can't imagine not putting heel pads/guards on a new set of boot heels. That's always what wears first on my boots. Nice work, as always.

[@phillipstringfellow6446]

Y’all made the boots better than they were. Great to see you guys take pride in your work. Great job.

[@RatdogDRB]

A good fitting shoe/boot just can't be beat. Love the way you're keeping with tradition and using real leather. I used to have an old pair of Tony's which were kangaroo hide, with the lizard critters on the toes. I wore those to the point of the uppers fell apart. They were like slippers on my hooves.

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@vootbootshaper959]

We could watch this for hours!

[@garssympa500]

Just a note to say that I love the commentary with the video. I learn something new every time and there was a lot new this time! Great videos... unique on the web.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you for watching! We’re glad to hear you’re enjoying them.

[@trekkie14901]

Really enjoyed this video! One suggestion I would like to see is for you guys to make a video showing all of the various options you have on your website for recrafting.

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@jeremyd.6060]

I really like when you show your whole self doing the work and not just the boot or shoe

[@shanke300]

Honest hardworking craftsmen. So well made. Beautifully finished.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you so much!

[@ChiefHasben]

You guys are such fine craftsman and so enjoyable to watch! Thank you for showing us all what fine craftsmanship is all about.

[@TrentonHeath]

You’re very kind. Thank you!

[@brittburton3264]

Back in the day, I had a pair of moccasin boots, with a crepe rubber sole and side zip. I loved those things, wore the hell out of ‘em. If I still had ‘em or could find a pair, I’d send ‘em off to you guys!

[@nickblood5040]

Really good to see the two of you working in tandem

[@DanielMartinez-lz3ot]

I love your criticisms of "quality" footwear like Tony Lama, Frye, and Gucci. They charge a lot of money and need to be spotlighted.

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@joeheilm]

Outstanding, as always. Scoutcrafter started the 199 challenge. Cheers

[@strider975]

6:19 👀 Heath wearing the Ariat Highlands, such a fan of those boots!! And the shots of you two working side by side are gold 👌

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@thomashopper3705]

Always great watching a Trenton and Heath video

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@thomaskraincuk9815]

Hi guys! So great to see both of you working side by side! Cheers!

[@CA10Z]

I ordered your Saphir Leather Lotion and treated my new Tecovas and two pair of 30 year old Dan Post. Boom what a difference in the leather and over all look... Thanks

[@michaelgarretson5519]

It was fun to rewatch this and see you all work on and explain a holdfast welted boot now that I have a pair. It'd be awesome to see you work with Hondo boots or other boots like these.

[@AaronBelknap]

I also like the filming side by side, I even said, "And their off!" Great turn around on those boots. As I get older, I appreciate good shoes. I am learning what good boots and shoes are!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@mikeisgettinupset]

Really liking that piece of leather on the front of the cutting portion of your 5 in 1. First KZbin cobblers I’ve seen have that.

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@bradle4162]

I come from the dress shoe/boot world but recently the cowboy boot has really intrigued me. Cool video!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks!

[@Chris_L034]

i bought a pair of ariat cowboy boots that had leather soles with rubber inlays, it didnt take long for the rubber to dry out, crack, and fall out. lesson learned on that deal.

[@artadrians]

Very intriguing to watch....really captures you... Must be very rewarding to see the improvements... Great work.... Thanks.

[@JebediahThePaladin]

Those are some nice boots More of a work/dress boot kinda guy myself but I can definitely appreciate how cool these boots look

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@brandon-leelucas3534]

As a person who lives in an urban area that is almost anti-cowboy boot, your breakdown of Cowboy boots really convinced me to go ahead and get myself a pair...or two.

[@TrentonHeath]

Awesome. Thank you!

[@bldlightpainting]

Another fine job gentlemen, God bless. I'm a big fan of high-quality cowboy boots which I have worn for over four decades.

[@anthonygardner400]

Hey guys. Received my first Butcher Box today. Thanks for the tip.

[@J_ismyname48]

I always like to hear the sound it makes when you are cranking the sole trimmer as it chews thru the thick leather lol.

[@paulsheffield4729]

This video production was Totally Original. I give it a score of 100 for Originality. Both Trenton and Heath working side by side, asking the opinions of the viewers as well as Cowboy traditions. I totally Loved the boots finished appearance. I think toe taps would have been cool looking. Totally loved the Brass stud addition. Very high end look. Well done guys. Beautiful

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you very much for your thoughtful comments!

[@Just_the_Q]

Great video. Always fun to watch.

[@nibz7255]

My GOD im from urban New Jersey and i want cowboy boats now ! Lolol this was a good one 👍🏻🤣 awesome work fellas.. god bless

[@EPICNESS8991]

I'm from urban Jersey too and wear them daily! You get all sorts of looks because you're being yourself and enjoying quality craftsmanship, and the compliments make you wanna wear them more! Get a pair and rock them!

[@TrentonHeath]

Cowboy boots are great!! We both have some that we’ve worn forever. Once you find a great pair and break them in, they’ll become the most comfortable footwear in your closet. 👍 Thanks for watching!

[@nibz7255]

@@EPICNESS8991 lol i bet...they look awesome 👌🏻

[@nibz7255]

@@TrentonHeath thanks for great content..and the reply means alot for the channel when you respond to your followers 🤙🏻🤙🏻👍🏻👌🏻✌🏻

[@TheSuckoShow]

Better than new with those real leather heels. Beautiful.

[@pankar2273]

Nice work guys! Always a pleasure watching you

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Love those new JR soles. Gonna send in my Dad's Tony Llamas... I think he bought them in the 1970's

[@TrentonHeath]

Very cool! Let us know if we can help.

[@blackbuttecruizr]

@@TrentonHeath I'm picking them up today and putting them in a box. He can't wear them anymore, so a resole is a great way for me to put them back on the road. 😍

[@___1980.]

Trenton & Heath;”: 1. Excellent and pristine job ✨ 2. Seriously whoever complains on how you all do the uppers should remember you all give each and every customer and client from what I’ve seen since the past two years the Red Carpet treatment💎. I always see you all do more than needed and even myself who hasn’t become a client yet appreciates this. 3. Thank you all for your service, because watching your videos makes me want to send you all shoes of mine for sure in the future. 4. Yes, the new JR soles look awesome anything to protect the leather investment of a high end shoe sole, I say double-sole the shoe with JR and then top it with a Vibram or just Dainite the bottoms from the beginning. -Respectfully- Zohair Merchant

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you so much for your kind comments!

[@fepatton]

Thanks for this insight on Tony Lama boots! I would definitely use those lugged soles on mine. I bought my first pair of TLs (also my first pair of cowboy boots) in 1989 or so on the advice of a coworker who only ever wore boots, and said regardless of what I thought about cowboy boots, I should really try a pair of Lamas. I went down to the local western wear store (used to be a lot more of them around here), tried on a pair, and that was it! I've had two other pairs since then and love them. They're definitely made to a price point, and if I compare my newer pairs to the original (which my son now wears), I can tell they're not quite as well built. That said, they're really comfortable, the price is right, and they do seem to last. I had another coworker who would only wear Lucchese, but I could never bring myself to pay that kind of money!

[@eonarts]

OMG, Luucheses are the best. They do have a lower price machine made line but they’re not the same.

[@Hurricaneintheroom]

I never really thought I'd like watching shoes being made but I do. It's great to see you bring back some of these shoes or boots from the brink of destruction LOL. But what an art you have. You of course make it look easy but it's not I'm sure. I like the machine you use to cut the excess of the sole of the shoe.

[@69steeldog]

Another wonderful video. Thanks gentlemen.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you! We appreciate you watching.

[@louisraya1748]

I only wear pointed toe cowboy boots especially black ones. I wear them twice a week to preserve the original soles and heels. They last longer that way and they have. I have Tony Lama, Nacona, San Diego, and Sendra.

[@Iknowonlywhatimtaught]

Great customer service y'all have.👍

[@stephano008]

I really love your videos. I started buying more leather shoes because of these channel. Just a sugestion, for the close up shots you should put the focus on manual. That way, it doesn’t focus on the wrong place.

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@marcrapp4004]

Wow what a great job. You gentlemen should be proud of yourselves. American craftsmanship at it's best. You took an excellent product and made it better. Be well. God Bless you both.

[@velvetjones1856]

Those definitely have pointed toes. Mine were like conventional rounded toes. I have high instep, boots are tough to find that fit well. Bought mine a million years ago at Cutter Bill's in Dallas. Crazy store that provided beer while you shopped. Guess that freed up the wallets.

[@bayareanewman1566]

I’ve got family from Ardmore Oaklahoma ….. well when I say “from” the are originally from here in the San Francisco Bay Gilroy, but moved there early. Both my aunts sadly passed away, but my 1st cousins are still alive and well and living in the same city. I love your videos! Keep up the great work! I’m considering getting into this line of work and any advice would be great

[@MiniMaciosek]

I have a pair of boots that doesn't have an "insert" insole. The insole is a thick piece of leather that's connected to the upper and welt with the "rib" style Goodyear stitch. How would these be resoled, since any nails or pegs would puncture the insole to the iron last? Would you just limit the penetration of the nails by using shorter-than-conventional ones?

[@Paladin_of_Justice]

Side-by-side is a cool way of doing videos. Nice touch.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@steeltalontsi]

Count me in for people interested in the lugged JR leather sole. Are they going to be an available option online?

[@johnmack1185]

I am not sure what algorithm sent me to this channel but it is GREAT and I am hooked. I would like to see a QnA session with you guys answering some of the million questions I am sure you get. If I were to add to the pile it would be: 1. Where did you learn to do this and how long did that take? 2.Where did you get all of the purpose built equipment that you have? WOW btw. 3. Would you ever consider doing an apprenticeship/mentorship for some interested artisan/craftsman that could use a break? P.S. Tell your father thanks for his service and when do we get to meet him? Keep doing what you are doing!!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you so much for watching. We have a video that answers most of your questions. I believe it was titled “Goodbye.”

[@johnmack1185]

@@TrentonHeath I will check it out!!

[@Pippinm7]

I like the JR soles bc they look like they keep the comfort of leather, but add some water protection. I living in Florida it rains all the time and my leather boot soles get saturated all the time!

[@jamesmailly7990]

I find this very interesting… some of your tooling looks very vintage, I have a clothing line, only a couple of items , however, what you guys use is very cool . The sewing machine is one machine that has the Industrial Revolution look .

[@willtrax71]

I like the new JR soles and they would absolutely work great on a pair of made in Mexico Ariats I have that are like bedroom slippers when I put them on lol I asked earlier about reshaping the width of a Dan Post also. Stay safe my Guys Semper Fidelis

[@MrAdamforman]

I wouldn't believe that I can enjoy two lookalikes of Clooney repair cowboy boots. The entertainment value is through the roof and I don't even like cowboy boots :-)

[@Samuel-ge7im]

Hey Gents how are we? What an amazing transformation!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you very much. We’re doing well.

[@Samuel-ge7im]

I’m glad

[@matthewb8229]

I love a good pair of boots. And it doens't matter how much you spend. I have a pair of Panhandle Slim, that are bull belly, and they have lasted me almost 30 years. I bought them in 1994 for &299, have put them through hell, and they've never let me down.

[@TrentonHeath]

Wow!

[@kevinmcd112]

You guys should live stream a repair on a pair of shoes or boots. You'd probably get a TON of views. I'd watch it!

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@elizacantfindausername]

please can you recommend any womens goodyear welted shoes/boots under 250?