I TRANSFORMED these RED WING Moc Toes! | TOTAL RECRAFT

In this video, we do a complete makeover on this pair of Alpine Red Wing Moc Toe Boots! New welts, footbeds, Dr Sole's and an unstructured toe box. You're not going to want to miss this!
Video and Editing by Nick Wyatt
ReCraft by Tobias Crislip
Music Licensed through Soundstripe

[@bradleythomas5445]

Cobbler Steve from Bedo’s Leatherworks just gave a shoutout to Cobbler Tony and Cobbler Tobias on his KZbin channel. He needed some oversized Dr. Sole heels and half soles for a project (size 13 EEE) and you both came to the rescue! Cobbler Tony used Dr. Sole heel blocks on my 1000 Mile re-craft a couple of years ago. I wear a size 15 boot, so the Corded heel block was too small. Tony upgraded my boots with a Dr. Sole heel block (at no charge I might add). I love the respect fellow cobblers give each other. Looking forward to your next project!

[@MMM88X]

Yes, removing the toe box, making them more unstructured and thus leading to toe collapse, which is an attractive look for some folks. Fantastic job as always. Cheers.

[@patrickmiao1698]

Great job, love the style of that moctoe and heel combo

[@fraa888grindr6]

Essentially, you've turned a work boot into a dress boot. Excellent job!

[@wt460]

I have literally watched hundreds of videos on shoe repair and reconstruction. Yours ranks with the very best. Very very few of the shoe repair places are truly craftsmen like you! Very much enjoyed the piece!

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Wow, thank you!

[@dcstiger]

I can attest to their focus on getting every aspect right. I've had multiple pairs done by Wyatt. Their attention to detail is second to none.

[@AE-SuperEggs]

Artwork!

[@jeremy7565]

Boots that can be revived over and over again with great repair techniques should be passed down to future generations.

[@govindamassaro7955]

Great job

[@peterhallock9486]

I'm not a boot person, but have always liked the alpine color. Loved the combo of colors, wonderful recrafting and great video 🥰 thankyou so much !!!

[@eleven.eastgate.twelve967]

Moooooove... Master Cobbler Tobias in action! BOOM transformation, and thanks for the outstanding recraft (toe box removal/dogger heel) you did on my Beckmans!

[@CobblerTobias]

❤

[@telemarktumalo6978]

Yet another master class video. My hat off to your videographer as well. Your production quality just gets better with time. Well done!

[@spec-fx1]

Very nice transformation / upgrade of these boots, excellent attention to detail and quality craftsmanship, they look 100% better now. I agree with the owner, dropping the toe bump is a great look and big improvement. It would be very interesting to hear from the boot owner about the fit and comfort difference / improvement after they have had some time to wear them.

[@EvilMonkey21]

Alpine is currently available with black wedge sole. I prefer The wedge sole. I stand and walk a lot and find wedges are much easier on my back. I agree, they do look great and he did a fantastic job.

[@bigbluemsp]

At first the toe structure i wasn't ok with. After seeing it at the end it's soft and blends so much better now.

[@dude28405]

That looks amazing. Redwing should offer that as an upgrade.

[@joeshmoe9233]

That was a LOT of wear on the first insole for a boot that was just a few months old. First owner must have weighed 300 pounds and used them for jogging.

[@eleven.eastgate.twelve967]

Not true, Im only 298 lbs... Dont hate the player, hate the game.

[@danielcervantes1492]

That boot is not the new one Red wing just released. If it was the new release it would’ve had the black vibram wedge sole.

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

What makes you think the boot is a few months old?? That boot is an old redwing release

[@mohdnadrijalhan641]

Mr know everything

[@ferballadares72fb]

Muy bacanes. Great boots

[@dale4034]

I don't know how much time it actually took to rework those boots but I suspect it was 2+ hours. That time was probably more valuable than the boots. This is the first shoemaking video I've watched, I love watching skilled people work.

[@cjanquart]

Hand stitching those new welts probably took at least two hours alone.

[@fraa888grindr6]

Those boots are $500-$600, so the repair is a fraction of the cost (25-30%). Otherwise, buy cheap $100-$200 boots, that aren't repairable, and just throw them away every 6-12 months. If you do the math, better quality leather boots that are made to be repaired, save you lots of money over time, and provide better foot support. Nick's, White's, Frank's, etc, are high-quality built boots that will last your lifetime if cared for and repaired when needed.

[@rusticredsleather]

Excellent work, what an awesome transformation!! Those colors pair together beautifully!

[@tr_vmi4844]

I love the split sole. Looks fantastic!

[@CallsignArchangel]

amazing work!!! the touches of pressing in your cobbler's name on the sole and your company logo on the heel are just beautifully done. the video was very well done too! audio was perfect, all the right angles. y'all are killin it!

[@wrrrrrt]

Beautiful work!

[@PyroClit]

Just began my boot journey and all your videos helped me a lot. Awesome work

[@jimstone6570]

Boots are like Harleys. Can be pricey to buy then you modify them to make them your own and even cooler than stock Also great examples of the correct tools, material and machines to do the job right

[@InGrindWeCrust2010]

Beautiful!

[@JoshuaBSams]

Love it!

[@kittatinnytree]

Thanks for sharing, Tobias! Someday I'll get a Rapid E....lol, but for now I'll just live vicariously through yours! 😆

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Haha. Thanks!

[@miketroutman7365]

Interesting. Great video and beautiful job. Liked the commentary.

[@bryanabsher2546]

Good stuff!

[@TLC2034]

Killer job! Liked the structured toe piece removal!

[@sisleymichael]

To get to where this boot started to where it ended up, just has me asking why? Wedge sole to a heel. Firm toe box to soft one. Maybe start with some boots like a Grant Stone or similar design. Sure, enough time and money, just about anything can be done. It reminds me of a Franken-truck a friend built. He had a Ford, put a Mopar engine in it. Lots of work and cutting and welding, he made it work. Made little sense to me, but somehow, he was over the moon. As for the craftsmanship of this boot transformation, wonderful work. The customer is always right? Maybe.

[@ryanpiyo98]

Maybe he just liked the uppers a lot. The toe drop actually changed the look quite a bit, resembling an indy boot. If he was going to make these changes anyway, buying a new pair wouldn't have made sense. This probably worked out better for him.

[@Hidy_Ho]

I have to agree with me. This reminded me of old days when someone buys a used CIvic for 10K and proceed to put extra 30K+ to "sup" it up. Not my cup of tea but will respect those that do. I would guess this "total recraft" wasn't very cheap.

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

@@ryanpiyo98Indy boot?? No resemblance whatsoever

[@johngrant1337]

great work , thanks

[@mattmason7554]

Excellent work

[@agubser07]

The removal of the celastic toe looks awesome. Red Wing needs to bring this leather back.

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

They did…

[@brianlambTN]

Awesome job!! 🔥🔥🤌

[@oscarlizaola]

Beautiful looking boots!!!

[@bradleythomas5445]

Beautiful job, Cobbler Tobias!

[@yeswords1]

They look really good!

[@tedhart7708]

Very nice job. Those boots look incredible!

[@Dnte-qg3mb]

Nice!!

[@pissedoffatyt]

The color of the leather is beautiful

[@imm311]

Excellent work! God bless you and yours! Praying for you!

[@omgver2]

Tasteful mods, nicely done!

[@jasonchar2573]

This is cool! They look like felt bottom fly fishing boots!

[@darrinbisson8914]

Damn these are the perfect mix toe with that sole! Beautiful!

[@FuturePerfectContinuous]

toe box removal? Awesome!❤

[@tonymackey370]

They look great

[@elconquistadorII]

Wow. You are an Artist !

[@saxman7131]

They look great. Nice job. First time I’ve seen the shank sandwiched between cork layers like that. Good idea.

[@Heilansodger7536]

Amazing craftsmanship…..well done

[@JamesSchafer73]

I love your content. Could you make a video showing what tools you use so that a beginner knows what they should be looking for or asprire to own? Thanks!

[@mipd1980]

Beautiful work!!! That’s all!!

[@oldskull7070]

What an art !!!!! I love those videos ! Cheers from Austria !

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tribe120]

Very Nice

[@centralfornia]

Those are the old Kangatan!

[@andyatty9412]

You deserve much more subs. Awesome content.

[@sebf2226]

Superbe ! 👍

[@dang2443]

And how much did all that cost the customer?

[@VeloRad-nu6jm]

You don't mention it when doing it or when summarizing the upgrades, but I also like the fact that you added a shank. Probably necessary since it doesn't have a wedge sole anymore, but definitely makes it more of a true boot for me.

[@CobblerTobias]

Good catch!

[@ferballadares72fb]

Nice

[@StAustin101]

Those look super sharp

[@luisg6404]

those are better than the originals. rw should nick this design. i like the drop toe and the 270 welt

[@whizzer8507]

Great job, but can't believe you didn't condition and Polish that epic green carcass 💚

[@CobblerTobias]

I did, actually had to strip and correct a previous polish job too. That part just didn’t make the edit.

[@whizzer8507]

@@CobblerTobias ooh, I can sleep now 🤗, I just love that colour 👌. Thanks for the reply tobas, what was the cost after?

[@edyue1]

These were the 1st iteration of the Kangatans from the 90’s(?) Japan issues. Irish Setter tags, Red Wing embossing on the shaft. With the OEM soles these would be worth some serious cash for collectors 😳

[@melindabooth9806]

Removing the toe box was a good call. You did a great job!

[@KCBluesJams]

❤

[@KT.81]

5:37 Fascinating. Btw i thought the toe box inner cover made of leather material. Somehow it isn't as said.

[@CallsignArchangel]

when are we getting a tour of the new cabin?

[@harveypost1841]

And screw the limit

[@michaeldinanno3320]

Beautiful craftsmanship, but I hope the new owner bought the boots for next to nothing, although I doubt it. All-in, he’s probably far exceeded the cost of a new pair of RW Moc Toes. His money.

[@jimhuskins8506]

Sometimes I watch this video just for entertainment.

[@FourIntoOne]

Yeah, liking that a lot! Do all Redwing Moc Toes have that fibre/plastic toe former in them?

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

I’m not sure I could say all do, but I can’t think of any that don’t, off the top of my head

[@brading84]

I’d love for you guys to this treatment to my blacksmiths

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

We can do it for you. Check out our website and ship them in. WyattandDad.com

[@Barnaby_bo]

So by the time your finished the only thing left from the original boot is the upper.

[@user-bf3sy7zf5f]

Hi there, that was a pretty good recraft, awesome. How much do you ask for that kind of work? I have mine which I’m planning to do a recraft same as you did here but leave the toe box intact. Chris of Queens, NYC

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Thanks! Here is the link to that job on our website, with prices wyattanddad.com/products/the-dr-sole?variant=42582001647797

[@EvilMonkey21]

This seems like it would cost as much as buying a new pair.

[@CobblerTobias]

Probably, but you can’t get this boot anymore and certainly not with these upgrades.

[@joe_ferreira]

Do you use special contact cement that doesn't need to dry before you join the materials? Edit for context: the lining and toe box were not dry before reassembled. Curious how that works.

[@CobblerTobias]

We edited the dry time out. In this case the lining was put back in place to brush cement on the gemming but then opened back up to dry in the heatbox before reassembly.

[@rellisor]

that color

[@ronthompson2366]

Those with out a doubt look great. But I would be curious to know how much it costs for a complete reconstruction such as this ? Not to mention for a set of "used" boots they were apparently not very used... be curious what they cost to purchase... then combine the two costs and having a good cobbler willing to take on the job... compared to the cost of the same boot brand new ? They definitely look great..but at what price ?

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Good point. Who makes the same boot brand new exactly like it is now though? People are now customizing their footwear like people have customized cars for an extremely long time.

[@funNactive1]

How much does a rebuild like this cost?

[@onixtheone]

Would it still be a fail point if they stitched the gemming to the insole? Rather than gluing it

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Not as bad of one. Stitched gimming needs to be covered with a liner to protect the foot from wearing out the stitches on the inner sole side.

[@joshuamonk6245]

I have a pair of hawthorn explorers that need to be resoled. I was wondering if you would film the resole? If so how much would it cost me?

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Email us for this discussion. [e-mail] Thanks

[@kurtstephen9464]

I love watching your videos, I real like just coming out and siting live... #SerioiusQuestion I would love to do the same thing, could I buy used boots from you and get a similar something done, my best friend lives in New York City... I love the idea of used boots, because the whole Vibram after market choices make the boots look better and much more functional. I do look forward to hearing back from you positively in the near future. #LoveYourWork Kurt

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Hi Kurt Yes, we offer mail in services. Check out our website for different packages available WyattandDad.com Thanks

[@mr_e1868]

I’d like to get a pair of Red Wing Supersole 953. Are those able to be resoled?

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Redwing offers a replacement supersole for $150. That’s the best option for them. There are shops that will resole them also. They convert them to a different type sole. Currently, we no longer offer that service.

[@freemanburnett410]

I'll pay for that$$$

[@NomNom1970]

So, I have an off the wall question. You and your Dad stand to work, right. What kind of boots do y'all wear? I spend long time on my feet and am looking for a good well made pair of boots to buy for comfort and durability. I am considering a pair of Origin Work boots or a pair of Thorogood Roofer boots 814-4000.

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

We wear different types of boots that we have customized for support, comfort and durability. We typically wear a different brand and model every day.

[@geckomabster1625]

where to buy those Dr Sole outsoles?

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

sorrellnotionsandfindings.com

[@decaysaypluhtheyst]

I have a massive question. Has anyone tried to rit dye a pair of Dr soles in the cream tone yet?

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

I imagine it would be pretty cool, but wear off as soon as they got worn some. I used rit dye on my Jeep top windows years ago, long before you could buy them already tented. It worked great for tinting them for me

[@decaysaypluhtheyst]

@@WyattDadCobblerCompany yeah I wasn't sure how deeply it would penetrate. Would be cool to see though. I hope they make more colors in the future. They look like great products.

[@jarodhall1910]

Where do you find these used boots?

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

The customers buy them and send them to us

[@InGrindWeCrust2010]

Those look awesome. I wonder what the total cost to the customer was between the used boots and the repair.

[@MattBell73]

A few simple comments...... this must have cost way more than they're worth. And if you don't like the look them buy elsewhere. Simples. Great cobbling work though, outstanding on that front

[@tonyp9179]

What does something like this cost?

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Check out our website for prices Thanks WyattandDad.com

[@aliwho]

Wow how much would that cost me

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

The structured toe removal was $30. Inner soles are $80. Steel shanks are $10 The rest of the job is available on our website. Here is the direct link for it: wyattanddad.com/products/the-dr-sole?variant=42761917202613

[@chinatownboy7482]

That's like putting rims on a used car, which costs more than the car.

[@kennethseden]

Just buy a new pair of boots to your liking. Seems like a lot of destruction

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

That wouldn’t make much of a video, would it?

[@Midnightrider1177]

I understand and respect the function, but man I really hate the way a wedge sole looks. Nice aesthetic and function upgrade.

[@StolenAlias]

Very nice resole, but am I the only one that thinks resoles are overpriced now days? Its true that it’s a lot of work and that the state of cobblers in the USA is sad but Bedo’s charging $340 for a damn v bar sole? The work is nice but unless people have $600-1000 boots to be resole the rest of us red wing, truman, and grant stone guys have a harder time justifying it.

[@WyattDadCobblerCompany]

Prices vary a lot in the industry. It depends on a lot of different factors. Some have higher prices to control the demand. They can only do so much work and are way behind, even with the high prices. It also depends on the level of perfection the consumer wants delivered. Obviously, higher standards require more time and time is money. There are cobblers that are not as well known that are not as expensive, yet deliver a very good quality product. That’s why we do the Tony goes a cobblin videos. The big thing we stress, is don’t just shop price. Always check out their work before trusting your shoes/boots with someone. Just because the shop has been around a long time doesn’t mean quality. There is also the problem that the materials costs have gone up 25% or more multiple times over the last 3 years. Not to mention rents and wages. Boots and shoes prices have not made such leaps and bounds. That changes the dynamics of cost percentages vs new and closes the gaps making repairs cost almost as much as new. This eliminates the repairs on lower price point footwear, making more shops struggle to make ends meet. Our economy definitely needs some leveling out. The same thing can be said for most repair industries.

[@JCorLC]

Those boots got ruined, and not by you Tobias. You just did what you was told, and a great job too.

[@E9EXPO]

Unpopular opinion

[@shooterx9690]

That’s not Alpine portage. That’s the old collectible Kangatan. Agree, boots are worth less now after the make over.

[@user-jn7zl4ch9n]

きれいに仕上がりましたが、修理過程には感心しません。 まず、リブテープを再利用している点には驚きです。 そして、インソールとリブテープの接着方法、インソールとアッパーの取り付け方法には失望しました。 日本では、ワークブーツであろうとドレスシューズのように丁寧に修理する、素晴らしい靴職人がたくさんいます。 ぜひ彼らを見習ってください。

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

😂😂😂

[@kevinbarrett9615]

Nice work but not a fan of this change.

[@bobmumphy3548]

Lose the music