FIXING SCRATCHES IN LEATHER-Shoe Restoration Tutorial on Allen Edmonds Fifth Avenues
2024 ж. 16 Мам.
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Materials used:
1. Acetone
2. Saphir Leather Lotion
3. 300 Grit San Paper
4. Leather Paint
5. Saphir wax polish
6. Mod Podge for edge dressing
After watching these kind of videos i have been polishing all of my old shoes for 2 days now.
Luminairist HIM me too 😂😂
Seriously 🤣🤣🤣 I 2nd that
Same
I'm polishing my combat boots right now
@@ami_ags5269 i hope it shines well
They look perfect to me. It’s a shame we live in a world where you need to provide a disclaimer due to a handful of people who refuse to accept responsibility for their own failures.
givemetoast by a handful of people you mean Americans 😩
I injured myself giving myself dental surgery based on a KZhead clip!!!!!!!!!! I demand restitution. Yes, I'm being sarcastic.
Interesting comment. Now that I recall,shined shoes were an invitation for some clown to step on them and laugh.Any time we got new ones we dulled them ourselves before going out in public.Sadly that didn't end when people were adults.I've seen guys in their fifties doing it.Best I can figure is that kids from poor families sometimes equate shiny shoes with "bein' uppity"and attempts to "get ahead" need to be crushed.It's a "guys you know from the old days" sorta thing.Even today I don't "shine" boots though I use products to preserve them.
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I always enjoy watching a talented Craftsman that's truly passionate about his trade and you make shoe restoration an absolute art form.
It's perfect? Wow! I told my Dad about you today! What a gifting from the Lord!
I’ve spent hours in my garage polishing all of my shoes. And I haven’t needed to wear dress shoes in 2 years since I retired! But there is something addicting to watching someone at all hours of the night polishing his shoes. I hope this is not MY new normal!😂
It definitely is addicting.
@@TheElegantOxford Does the word, “addictive” not exist in America?
You and me both. My daughter thought I was obsessed polishing my shoes when I retired..........but still bought me two horsehair brushes and a couple of welt brushes for my Xmas. Not obsessed but I did work overseas so all shoes lay for 3 months sometimes 6 months so it made sense to go thru the lot and give them the full treatment.
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Beautiful work there Preston. You truly do amazing work. I enjoy watching your videos.
This work you have done is just perfect. Congratulations.
It's a pleasure to learn new methods for taking care of your shoes, and thank you for sharing them with the world
I love watching your videos in 1080p while relaxing at home. So nice!
Thanks for watching
Great job! Keep those videos coming! 👍❤️ Always a pleasure to see your work! 🤝
Those walnut shoes and Navy laces look DOPE
And your amazing voice :) amazing job as always .
THIS TAKES A SPECIAL TALENT I KNOW NOBODY WHO COULD DO THIS KIND OF WORK PERIOD.
I love the broguing and stitching around the cap! Looks awesome.
Thanks!
Excellent results. I have enjoyed all of your uploads. Please keep up the great work.
Wow, this is great channel. Can you start adding items you use in your description? Possibly with Amazon links. Would be huge for us novices.
Look at the bottom of the description
I know that we can be our own biggest critic but bro.... the shoe came out outstanding. Great job!
If I could just shine my shoes, I would be happy. What you did was beyond amazing!
I am so fascinated by these videos
amazing work! watching this is also very theraputic at 2.32am in London.
Indeed, equally therapeutic at 7: 24 am at my office desk in Jamaica.
3.35am Melbourne - Australia
19.40, Liverpool, England.
8:30 pm México City
Enjoy watching your channel and will definitely send link to my husband!
Beautiful work ! A tip for matching repairs on sets of almost anything-- do both -- strip, sand, touch up color as mirror reflections ...
You are doing excellent work ! Please keep it up and share so that others like me can benefit. It truly is so satisfying to get that shine back into the shoe :) Thanks.
I appreciate it. Stay tuned for more!
This is my new favorite channel!
Wow, I thought I was the only freak that found pleasure in polishing shoes. Now all my dress shoes have mirrored toe caps. Thanks
Nice! It really helps a lot to know that this kind of thing is not that irreversible, and I can use my shoes without so much concern about scratching them. Also, I never thought using sandpaper 300+ grit on leather.
"Its not perfect" Could have fooled me awesome job my friend!
Thank you so much!
For someone who uses their hands all day, with coloured polish and acetone, you have impeccable nails... they look so clean and healthy.
Wow it's an amazing work. Your tutorial helped me a lot.
I don't know how i get here, but i'm glad i did. Great channel, you got a new subscriber. Regards from Argentina.
Thank you! I hope you upload a tutorial how to restore shoes on the inside as well!
Once again, amazing!
Excellent resolution for what appeared to be a serious problem. Well done!
Now little prince can officially do whatever he wants since you can fix all sorts of problems... Good kitty 🐈
He’s a good cat haha
That's awesome!!! Fantastic job!
Beautiful! Thank you so much for the video!
Great video my friend. I have over 30 pairs of boots and shoes. Many AE's. I can use your knowledge to keep them looking great!!!
Really Appreciate Your Videos, I am starting to put together a large shoe collection this has been absolutely amazing and helpful.
Patience is the key here. Never pays to rush things and when ones does the results are irreversible.
KZhead recommendations that don't disappoint! You sir make some great videos. I start a new job in week and was thinking of just giving my old leather shoes a wipe. I honestly could see myself picking up shoe shining as a hobby after your video. And don't worry. I won't blame you for any mistakes I make along the way. Keep up the great work!
these videos makes me want to stop by the goodwill, pick up some old beaters and try to make 'em look like someone didn't die in them.
That’s how to learn and get really.
I plan to do exactly that. I've had plenty of experience taking care of brown leather work boots and shining black military boots. It's calming and doable while watching TV and waiting for laundry to finish. Highly recommend.
😂😂😂 on a tragic road accident
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I just got a of Allen Edmonds wing tip auburn black dress shoe for $8.50 on eBay and I can’t wait to work on them🐵
Well done! I'm very grateful for your tutorial thank you for teaching me :)
Awesome job ..I've always wanted a good detail video ..two thumbs ☝...you do awesome work ..bad criticism has to live for good to always be the last action ..keep doing what u doing
You would be better off using something like a 1200 or 1500 grit sandpaper if you are doing this for the first time, instead of the 300 used in the video. Doing this will allow you more control over how much material you take away with each pass of the abrasive paper.
and take 4-5 times as long. 300 is actually pretty fine. higher grits may be TOO fine and wind up closing the pores of the leather.
Use 20 grit for faster results and open pores
Id really like your videos, are so relaxing without being boring, the disclaimer it's obvious, but seen the way you get that things done and the beatifull result...is really encouraging to others try to do it. if is not to ask to much, maybe you can show some mistake guide in your videos, im pretty sure of many of us could apreciate something like that. Cheers
My father used to be a driver for this rich family/company. When he started there, there used to be a lot of drivers for all the bosses of the company and he learned to take care of his shoes while waiting during meetings etc. He said one of his first times going to the headquarters he was amazed how every driver had shoes that looked like new. Suddenly they all started buffing them up and he understood why.
Great job! Those shoes are lit!
I feel like he is secretly happy when his shoes are damaged because he gets to fix them.
😂😂😂 me too. I think he secretly damages them to fix them
I just realized myself it is fun; i just tried to fix and polish and condition my pair of bruno magli nappa leather shoes. It feels so good to see that transformation from dusty worn out shoes to shiny like new shoes... you feel good about yourself 😁
Keloğlan Keleşoğlan Very well said.
@@keloglankelesoglan1067 fixing almost anything is fun though.
I know I am 😁
Hey nice tutorials, I was literally binge watching these videos seeing shoes coming back to life. I haven't done much, am only getting started with my DIY and am stuck at mid brown and tan... I sure cant tell if the shoe polish is the right color for my shoes... kindly on your oncoming videos you cay clarify this....my humble request
I don't think I'm going to try this without a *lot* of practice on some old/cheap shoes. I can see how easy it would be to make the damage even more noticeable. I have a couple pair of Doc Marten 1460s that are scratched up that would make good practice. Thanks for the video.
Wonderful! Really love this channel.
Thank you! 🙏 I was that close to sadly donating my military issue oxfords because of a large-ish toe scrape. Your video has given me the confidence to repair them. This makes me happy as they're older than my kids. ;) Thanks again!
Glad the video helped, Peter.
You are an artist! Just WOW!!
I think they’re perfect excellent job❤️
love this tutorial, thanks!
Great 👍🏼 job on the kitten scratch repair it looks great!!
AMAZING!!
I love watching videos where items are restored. What Oxford shoes would you recommend. Thanks
Fantastic result Preston!
Great videos Preston, I have spent a small fortune on Saphir products as a result! You should be on commission!
I've purchased many of your recommendations and love the craft and experience. I love my shoe trees and the creams
Well done !!!
I've used 1200 grain 'wet' sandpaper with success on scratches. Then paint, etc - as shoved in your video. Thanks for the info, cheers 🇩🇰👌🏼
Absolutely amazing as usual. You never disappoint 👌🏾 What are u using for the edge dressing?
Amazing work, plus a really cute kitten. What more can you ask for?!
That was some exellent scratch repair & shine on those shoes 👞👞 👍👌
I just found your channel im 25 and find these videos fantastic subed followed on Instagram grate good keep it up
Perfect. If you aren't looking for where that scratch was, it's unnoticeable. Also, I like the idea of a lubricant when sanding off a scratch. Makes a lot of sense to nourish the area you are sanding. I've learned a lot of new things by watching this channel. I've only used Renovator (in the blue cap container) on my shoes, but I see the Creme Universelle can do the job, too. Is there a time or reason to use the more expensive Saphir conditioner, rather than the more economical ones? They serve essentially the same purpose, right?
TechnoloTree I’m interested in the answer to your questions
I have used Kiwi products for tears, they get the job done. But he has a comparison video, and he does achieve a better shine with Saphir. However the shine he gets with Kiwi is excellent and would be ,ore than enough for most people.
Creme Universaille is meant to be an all-around conditioner. The difference between MDO and BDC Renovateurs is mostly how well they shine, as they both sufficiently nourish leather.
Try to avoid using products containing mink oil as a lubricant when sanding. One can of course use such products, such as Spahir's Renovateur, for general conditioning of the whole shoe, but using it locally as a lubricant to help with the sanding is unwise: the mink oil can darken the leather quite considerably, hence using it locally will leave a dark spot there. As these dark spots will disappear only after a long time, better use a balm or lotion that is not containing mink oil as lubricant.
@@gijsbo2000 Thanks. Good advice.
A good tip when your not 100% sure or fully confident doing something is to take your time and do things little by little. Constantly check your work. Unless your working with something you can easily remove then less at a time is always better.
Always put your best foot forward hello from Ireland I love you videos👍🇮🇪☘️
Nicely done!
I would not trust myself with this process but your experience and skill make it look effortless.
Any good brands you recommend for easy resoling? Because I walk so much at work on concrete and asphalt I have to wear more industrial shoes for office work
I have a pair of shoe trees that are made of oak. I bought them at Bonwit Teller in Boston when I was in high school. Needless to say that was 45 years ago. I still love them
Nice job! I just ordered some shoe trees. I keep forgetting how important all these things are for your shoes.
Wonderful finish!
Perfect !
LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!!!! GREETINGS FROM MEXICO CITY
Outstanding! Is there a certain type of Mod Podge you use? I just have to have a pair or 2 done by you!
Greetings! Thanks for this! One quick question? What formulation of Mod Podge do you prefer? They have a gazillion versions.
I can't wait to try this repair on a vintage Italian handbag! 👜
They looked awesome!!!
Thanks!
Another great video!!
Shoes look delicious!!
you are not a pro, you are the holly GOAT!
What do you think about leather sole conditioners like Saphir Sole Guard? I bought it and I am afraid of using since some people warned me about the potencial of making the sole too soft and permaturely wearing it out. All my leather shoes have a vibram rubber sole glued so I won't slip when using them. Is it a good idea for me to use that product? Thanks for the provided content.
For lighter scratches using steel wool works wonders to even out the surface before shining them back.
I need to try this! All my shoes that have scratches are dyed black all they way through, so I should have a little more wiggle room after sanding.
I think you should have done it to both shoes, this way nobody would ever noticed they were tempered with :) Your videos are so ZENNNNNNN :) Thank you!
Did you paint both shoes to get a perfect match? I have gotten better at doing my black shoes but still have trouble with my red or brown shoes. Makes me nervous! Thank you for all of your great videos.
Interesting.. Hehehe nicely done thx for sharing
Greetings from Mumbai India. I your acetone technique for my johnson murphy shoes which had some dirt marks on them. You know how dirty are our streets. It worked really well. My shoes now look good as new. Thanks for the video and waiting for more to come.
Nice work!
Ive used saddle soap to remove finishes with good effect
Excellent work!
Loving your channel. I see myself in you haha have you tried saphir renomat? Also their renovating repair cream for scratches?
Have you ever done a chelsea leather boot restoration? I love the passion you put into your work, sir! Ciao from Italy
I just did one. It’s my newest video
Can you do a military boot shine/restoration?
That would be cool 😎
Corcoran jump boots.
I can do a video on Army boot shining. Had many years experience.
@@richardhatt6541 I've always done half a can of Kiwi and 2 hours. Lasts for quite a few months, with only a layer or so (thin) to fix little scratches and bumps every now and then.
Hi thanks for the great tutorial. I was wondering for sanding could dubbing be used instead of shoe balm? Thanks
Subscribed after watching this. Good work sir.
Thanks!