Water Bison Leather Crocket & Jones Shoes - Recraft & Colour Change

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

I love getting exotic leather in, it’s always an exciting job! We tried a different kind of filming this time, did you notice?

[@MrWhiteVzla]

The cameraperson did a remarkable job. I thought Ron was going to be the new host, though

[@stevenyoung1999]

Do you ever capture the customers reaction when they collect?

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

@@stevenyoung1999 it’s been known to happen a few times, very hard to make happen though

[@mr.doctorevilphdmd5546]

D'Winter the rules are the rules

[@RacesForTheChannel]

What's up from Texas, USA love the videos, it's so soothing watching these. Keep up the good work, you're very good at what you do 👍

[@PaulFellows3430]

I was born in Birmingham and grew up in the Black Country so I always wash my hands and face in a water bison ;-)

[@glenbetton3146]

Too subtle for the vast majority but very funny nevertheless

[@davidneville1664]

Hi Dan, Many thanks for recrafting my shoes and the important for me colour change. Rubber soles for grip as winter approaches, I really like the colour now and have been wearing them a fair bit now and had a few compliments. I liked the original colour but did not wear them much and felt they where to light for me, which it turned out to be true. They where sold originally as Water Bison by Crocket and Jones in the late 70's early 80's, so I hope that answers one question, I tend to look after my boots and shoes and when I am not wearing them, they all have shoes trees in. Cost wise for this ebay find , £37 for the shoes and £160 for Dans skills. As you can see £200 ish for a pair of new to me hand made English shoes from Crocket and Jones (est 1869) I feel was well worth it. I have enjoyed watching Dan work his magic ever since he started making youtube vids and felt I would have to find something exotic for him to work on. I enjoyed the new vid style but I also enjoy the longer ones as well but time is important to us all. Again many thanks Dan.

[@MisterBurtonshaw]

An excellent find. Considering that a pair of shoes of this make would be above £500, add on the extra for an exotic skin, after Dan's work they are as good as new. You had them very cheap, all in.

[@MrJBumer]

I'm an Auto mechanic in Latvia and I love the intricacies you show. It shows the pride and joy you take in the job, like i do when i fix and maintain cars. It doesn't care ir its a cheap car or an expensive one, all cars are cared the same...

[@stephens2241]

To all of the international viewers. You need to know that EVERY TOWN in Great Britain has someone like Dave.

[@gav2759]

How brilliant, every town needs a Dave.

[@cable2590]

And maybe a Dan...like the guy repairing the shoes.

[@swanney75]

I actually partly trained this guy 15-18ish years ago! Always wondered what he was up to and then saw Dans smiley face randomly - he’s a fair bit better now 😂 glad to see things are going great for you 👍

[@Claire-h5t]

@Tringshoerepairkeyshop

[@ramtrucks721]

PROBABLY because its not true​@@Kenny-yl9pc

[@mandybewkes5300]

Hi just found your channel. I'm 62 now and live in Seattle but I started out at 18 years old in shoe factories, as did my mum and grandparents. I have a real passion for good quality shoes and the art of repairing them.

[@ripredowski1376]

Exotic leather - Tick. Colour change - Tick. Got my popcorn and ready to watch this video - Tick!!

[@koskey06]

Who ever owns those shoes...if from the 70s.....they look amazing! The leather looked brand new from the start

[@jutulporten]

Would you consider doing a video on the different machines in your shop? In particular the large blue machine that is used for many functions?

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

Sure, that’s been asked before so may do!

[@ThePanickedMonk]

I think this one is on the stitcher, if you haven't seen it yet. Not big blue, but still pretty interesting. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aojJq35mg5iVp5Ysi=0CbY8BDRZnC1k87a

[@KingCaoimhin1]

The Bi and Triceps detail is immaculate. Super Jealous of the Arms 💪🏽

[@JamesJoyce12]

i don't know how i lost you in my feed but i was pleased to see you reappear - keep being you my dude

[@CubeTycoon]

Long time lurker. I've enjoyed your content for a while. Not sure if you've always used a videographer, but I loved this video. The scenes blended together really nice. Hats off to the camera person.

[@michaelfk2548]

Not too shabby !

[@alanpavlic]

I cant imagine the learning curve when it comes to your kraft......amazing work.

[@titibebe2510]

I remember that back 1980, my dad changed himself the color of a pair of boots from tan to black, but that when he was applying the color, he put the tint on fire, so that the color stick to it. Saludos from Mexico!!

[@rekt4083]

great video and super awesome that he told us the cost at the end, i love that transparency!

[@rogerr.8507]

Daym 😮 good funk music!

[@colinevans7134]

Love watching these repairs find it soothing

[@darrellhendrix5502]

I just love watching a real craftsman at work. Please keep the videos coming.

[@thomascoyne157]

Looking very smart looking 👍👍👍👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🍀

[@fannycraddock99]

Terrific job Dan. Shoes looks so different and brand new.

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

Thanks!

[@horsetoya2335]

🤘🏾 Black Sabbath!!! Always love when you re-Craft a shoe. I see those ultra green Vibram soles

[@BigBruh100]

shoutout to David, a true champion

[@mikimoto99]

Great quality! I was initially curious on the video title. There are no water bison, so I started watching and you mentiomed water bufallo, so all makes sense now.👍🏻

[@pumelo1]

I would over-cream them with mahogany or red cream from sapphire and they would have a nicer touch, so it's "very dull" chocolate color😉

[@J4NLOL]

Such nice work. I‘ve watched so many of your videos and I truly enjoy watching your amazing craftsmanship

[@pineapplesideways3820]

Nice shoes bison leather is great

[@RanchHand111]

Hi,Dan. I’m ripping around in a wheelchair & want you to cut my favorite iron rangers down to clogs - thanks a million

[@Sleaforddippers]

They make bicycle bells in Tring too don't they? 😂 Cool video, I've never watched anything like this before 😊

[@HyakuJuu01300]

Great work as always, Dan.

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

Cheers!

[@Claire-h5t]

I’ve just found you today and have binged watch a ton of your videos! I think I could even give it a go myself, but the shoes wouldn’t be wearable! You make it look so easy! 😊

[@defleppardfan87]

Hey Dan i recall in an older vid you were removing old stitches rather than just going over them and said something like it might be quicker but its not the proper of doing job. Just want u to know even though i hate my retail job sometimes, your words of wisdom inspire me to get things done the proper way even thou i could just say screw it sometimes..cheers, erin michigan usa

[@adammarsden-rhodes703]

Nice looking shoes in really good condition

[@benjaminmatte5225]

Excellent work on the shoes and the vid as usual. Never thought I’d be so intrigued by shoe repair lol.

[@RetirementFund750]

Wow £160 seems so cheap for what all you did! Great work.

[@el9668]

Another great video, Dan doesn't miss!

[@rumarg6869]

HI Dan. YOU ARE SO HANDSOME 😃

[@markmilan01]

Another one! Great job Dan!

[@holly5256]

Beautiful job!

[@mstascha4789]

They look AMAZING!!!! ❤❤❤

[@fossfix]

Cracking Job 👍

[@jaklg7905]

The rubber soles are much more practical, especially if you live where it rains a lot. But the leather soles look so much nicer, IMO.

[@Jasonj___8]

Cheers Dan good to see you back 👍

[@kristensmith6042]

What a wonderful Tuesday morning surprise! A new Dan video 😊😊😊

[@BrianDias007]

Fantastic job

[@mkr10001]

Good uppers for 70s/80s shoes

[@alexkit6963]

🎉nice work

[@kfaposse]

Looks like Dan got some of that Dye in his hair ;) - Dan embrace the grey dude!!!!

[@brianb4942]

Great job, they are way more current in dark brown. Having a camera person makes the video better. I’m sure faster to make and edit

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

The plan is to save time for sure

[@brianb4942]

@@Dan_the_cobbler I emailed about such last week 😉

[@X-RayTeam]

Fajna faktura tej skóry.

[@Snugglez187]

Those are beautiful shoes. I love the grain on buffalo and bison leathers. Those gaps on either side of the shanks triggered my OCD though 😬. I would have filled those with cork, or better yet, with some pieces of scrap leather cut to shape and glued in place.

[@exboisv]

Looks like you live in a fun town!

[@salloom1949]

Excellent workmanship with high quality product. I have three pairs of Italian-bought shoes that I would like to refurbish. I wish I was in your country, Thank you for your videos.

[@darrenjeffrey9447]

Wow looks amazing what a finish you have done would that be a expensive job

[@winflield]

Your videos = perfect routines during my lunch break

[@Pedigru]

Those are a nice pair of shoes. Good job.

[@TheJvonc]

Great job Dan!

[@knifeman-king]

Awesome videos! I actually was looking around KZbin for different things and saw your videos! I was wondering what does a church actually smell like! I’ve been in plenty of churches and don’t notice any certain smells! I guess it’s a British thing. I’m from the USA

[@LorSTApunk07]

Fantastic! Love your videos, Dan.

[@jeanmichelviscardi7701]

Oh ! As always, it’s a real pleasure to watch you work with excellence! Well done Dan!!🤩💯👌🍀

[@rociovamp]

Hi Dan! The shoes look better in this new colour! Great change and repair!👌 So curious the jogging juggler😆

[@roald3372]

Love your video's i sometimes see other shoes repair channel where they use heat on the kurk ?

[@moodysworld23]

Awesome

[@Ddgghhffdeee]

Great repairing 🔝

[@Allie-x4t]

Beautiful work! I can only imagine how difficult it must be if you have to hand stitch! Hey from South Carolina 🌞

[@fortyeightfiend]

Great job and thanks for letting us know the cost!

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

Any time!

[@m.s.3798]

Wow beautiful work!!!

[@tetedur377]

I did not know that about tape. 67 years old, and I learned something new today, without having to leave home. Jay's a good guy; a smart guy, especially since he's come into furniture repair/restoration so relatively recently. I mainly watch him for the cats, though. NGL. Oh, and I love those shoes. I bought a pair of Crockett & Jones while I was overseas, many years ago - okay, decades ago. Them and a pair of Clarks that I bought in Hong Kong, but were stolen by shipboard workers in the Philippines. I tried car sales for a short time after I got out of the Navy (I sucked at it, and hated it). For that job, where you had to dress somewhat nicely, I did by a pair of used Crockett & Jones from a thrift shop. They looked very nice, but the soles were very worn, and I didn't know there was such a thing as someone who could replace it.

[@gabriele1660]

Bravo 👏👏👏dall' ITALIA 🇮🇹👍🇮🇹......👍

[@michaelmarsh5413]

I purchased a pair of red wing #435 boots. They were nu buck leather . I wanted dark brown doors so I oiled them with red wing boot oil 3 themes over3 days then I started using Kelly's shoe cream dark brown but I wanted a darker color so I went to tarrago #6 dark brown Great color but neither of the polishes buff to a great shine. I spent 3 years in the Marine Corps with 1 ½ of that in Vietnam so shine is important Please help. Love your utube repair show.Michael Marsh

[@TheKommanderkeith]

Well done!

[@ericomarpaboncrespo6005]

That is one beautiful repair!

[@madzthedad]

every time I see one of your videos it reminds me to clean and condition my boots 😂

[@Hendo0305]

Beautiful job Dan..Would have had an orange or lime green sole myself but they look fab..

[@BdManus]

Amazing work, shoes look totally brand new.

[@scottdavenport1833]

Beautiful shoes and a beautiful job.

[@endtrisz8334]

Nice video man...

[@allseeingeye1]

Sabbath fan - legend !

[@albertmyers7176]

Great vid thank you

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@MisterD90x]

Brilliant job as always

[@ColdIronHalo]

i don't know if you did it .. Looked like you missed a hole when you gave the machine Oile.. top center part behind the top ridge under the push arm 9:46 (close to you)

[@bantumaheshchandra5449]

Nice Vdo Loved It👋👋👋

[@gjunior2471]

Sweet.

[@tonygloster3483]

Nicely done Dan 👍

[@gerardomelara8034]

Nice job mate! I wanted to ask you about the soles. Being the shoes a special kind of leather, wouldn't it be better looking to put leather soles instead? or did you use those rubber ones because they're more comfortable to walk? I just think leather ones would've look nicer BUT you're the expert!

[@keithdaley4299]

They look great, but wouldn’t it be better to replace the welt as well? Maybe the client didn’t want it replaced, but isn’t it nearly impossible to get the new thread into the same holes. Thanks.

[@Dan_the_cobbler]

You are right, but that’s also over kill for a shoe repair unless the welt is worn out.

[@mrv-lx9jb]

I think we prefer the old classic music of the channel

[@lewispalmer8822]

Can you run through the machines and tools you use?

[@Mattheus1911]

Qual é aquela massa que se usa antes de colar a sola?! Parabéns pelo trabalho

[@hexum9449]

How do you know when to sand the nail, cut the nails, hammer then out heel through shoe, etc?

[@neowulf420]

Great video! Nice Shoes! That wheel changing lever could use some oil too 😂! Squeek!

[@julienfarbos]

J’ai découvert votre chaîne il y a seulement quelques semaines, très intéressant et très satisfaisant ! Malgré tout,je me pose une question, pourquoi aucune vidéo sur la restauration d’une paire de Dc Martens ? J’ai une vieille paire de 1460 (je crois que c’est la bonne appellation) de la fin des années 80, que j’ai acheté a Londres lorsque j’étais adolescent et une vidéo sur ces chaussures iconiques serait très intéressante venant de votre part... J’ai également une vieille paire de creepers ,une vidéo sur ces chaussures serait également intéressante (à mon humble avis). Continuez vos vidéos de qualité. Cordialement.

[@FIRESTORM-wg8kh]

love the vids, keep up the good work!!

[@Richie_7777]

Why no mid sole? Do you recommend adding a mid sole doing a rubber bottom?

[@williamdunlop2862]

Hello. If I am not mistaken, that looks like an old fashioned "Singer" branded machine. What is it's function?

[@simonfoulsham6867]

Hi Dan is there away to make the leather on my shoes softer

[@bosullivan5462]

Great video.. Can i ask how reliable is the colour change?

[@shantuseakh2176]

Hello, last one is use cream or wax , Please clear sir