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@IBsamIAm1
2 жыл бұрын
I have multiple leather shoes and have done my best learning to care for them, but obviously that common knowledge is no longer so common. Would be cool to get a run down on the proper weekly care, i.e. what maintenance to do weekly, what to do if they get wet in the rain, what to do if mustard or oil drips on them etc. Like a triage video 😂
@Ebola419
2 жыл бұрын
Dear god yes plz. Hell, I even have a pair of cheapo leather boots just to try different cleaning methods on so I dont ruin my much nicer pairs.
@jackgolden1774
2 жыл бұрын
It's fairly simple, I use saddle soap, and any kind of conditioner, use the soap every few months only because it can destroy the leather if used too often. Always condition the leather after saddle soap though. I usually just whipe them down with a damp cloth to clean for conditioning every 2 weeks. Just try it out and you'll get a feel for it. This is what I do for boots, you might want a different approach for dress shoes though.
@goorangegobigblue
2 жыл бұрын
Yes Please!!
@drunknmarxist
Жыл бұрын
I concur
@Nate-oh1wg
2 жыл бұрын
As someone who’s been wearing nice work boots his whole life, this channel has a very interesting appeal. Never knew I gave 2 shits about how my boots are made down to a technical level. Now I almost feel like a snob and want some hand made boots🤣🤣
@mathewdasilva4421
2 жыл бұрын
Bro I actuallly just bought a handmade pair feeling some snob type of way
@_audacity2722
Жыл бұрын
Saddle soap and cream polish might be the new litmus test to know if you're dealing with a smart man
@crispycade4444
11 ай бұрын
I'm currently working in a cobbler shop and can say that the reason bick 4 didn't perform as well is you didn't apply the proper amount, you need to apply until it almost won't soak in. On pairs or dilapidated shoes we will do 2 sometimes even three coats
@cormacbailey775
8 ай бұрын
Does bicks4 keep out rrain
@YoYoRaeRae
5 ай бұрын
As another cobbler, EXACTLY. 😂
@JV-sl9uy
4 ай бұрын
Bucks 4 is Trash Mink Oil is GOAT
@JV-sl9uy
4 ай бұрын
Bicks 4 is trash it is not intended for work
@MR35_
4 ай бұрын
@@JV-sl9uyBick 4 is for sunday best, and Obenaufs is for heavy duty
@domenkavas1325
2 жыл бұрын
It would be an interesting test, to condition boots with different conditioners and then expose them to controlled quantitiy of dust, to see which one is the stickiest. Sticky conditioner can be very annoying on a nicer shoes. Thank you for all the test :).
@F0XD1E
2 жыл бұрын
Other tests I've seen on gyw that leave test samples outside and flex them periodically showed that Bick4 was one of the best in terms of preventing cracking. Addition: that's not to say it IS the best. Obenaufs is still "better" if you don't care about color. Bick4 is a good value though.
@OriginalObuv
2 жыл бұрын
He is bad! Do you know why? It's simple. lotion should not wash your skin! So it is alkaline! A real lotion should soften, moisturize and correct the PH of the skin a little!
@F0XD1E
2 жыл бұрын
@@OriginalObuv what the hell are you talking about?
@craigman7262
2 жыл бұрын
@@F0XD1E he a sneaker head don't mind him
@OriginalObuv
2 жыл бұрын
@@F0XD1E are you blind Bick4 in the instructions says that he also cleans the skin! Why is it needed !? How can he be the best .. Don't wash the soap off your hands! And then look at your hands in a week!
@PrenticeBoy1688
2 жыл бұрын
@@OriginalObuv I didn't understand your original comment, either. One quick tip: in English, MOST inanimate objects require a neuter pronoun. 'Bick 4' is an 'it,' not a 'he'. A notable exception: boats and ships typically use feminine pronouns. Sometimes dioceses and ecclesiastical jurisdictions use feminine pronouns. Traditionally, the Roman Catholic Church, for example, is a 'she'.
@tihnchern4568
2 жыл бұрын
Man, your channel taught me so much on this traditional material and you give a sense of new breath for the current and younger generation to appreciate and learn to care on products that will potentially last them a lifetime.
@Eveningkiss
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a comparison between brands like the Redwing conditioner, a cheaper brand such as Lexol and maybe something like Mother's for fun. I use the redwing brand on my redwings and my BF uses it on his Allen Edmonds but I know my parents prefer Lexol on ALL their leather.
@aradoran
2 жыл бұрын
I've been using the Redwing leather cream as well on anything i don't want to put mink oil on. Have a feeling its similar to venetian leather cream. I like your suggestion
@jjcavazos5420
2 жыл бұрын
I use Cadillac Leather Lotion and Conditioner. It's a water based conditioner that does the same work as these ones but doesn't darken your shoes at all and doesn't lead to cracking like these conditioners either. Albeit it if you're using a shoe or boot for heavy duty work you wanna stick with oil conditioners. For dress or fashion styles you wanna go with a water based leather lotion and conditioner.
@glbernini0
8 ай бұрын
GREAT VIDEO! Rare to see a true side by side comparison of products!
@70stastic
2 жыл бұрын
Obenauf's leather oil is the best I've found yet. I use it on all my boots and my leather jackets, too.
@johnny0454
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I'd like to see a side by side comparison of different conditioners like the Obenaufs LP, Danner leather conditioner, Red Wing leather conditioner, Snow Seal etc. (all the waxy, grease, paste, balm type stuff) Followed with water resistance testing and longevity comparisons. Also it would be interesting to note the general level of UV protection of different products.
@brandonsmith606
2 жыл бұрын
Obenauf's has been my go to for about 10 years it just seems to do the best job
@infocool4609
11 ай бұрын
Not a common conditioner, but the best--far and away-- is something called Garrison Gold Rejuvenation Paste Oil. Their Saddle Soap is awesome too but not always easy to find.
@jshankfam
2 жыл бұрын
When I bought my White's boots, they told me DO NOT use mink oil and sold me some White's boots heavy duty leather preservative...your thoughts?
@zackr6488
2 жыл бұрын
I'm a big Obenauf's fan. What about Sno-Seal or some of the other similar products I've heard good things about? For "waterproofing" and such. We have long, snowy, road-salty winters up here, getting wet and salty boots destroys the life expectancy of the uppers.
@DSjockey
2 жыл бұрын
I used to use Mink oil many years ago, but I have been using Redwing Boot oil (from the store) for a couple of decades now, even on my Thorogood boots which is what I have been wearing for a while.
@cvandyke27
2 жыл бұрын
I’d like to see obenoffs vs hubbards
@glitchtriple6
2 жыл бұрын
The oil or the grease?
@TheMediatorOfChaos
2 жыл бұрын
Openaufs has been what I used on everything from duty boots to work boots. But damn, it’s definitely sticky and it DEFINITELY darkens boots. That’s ok of course if you wear black boots anyway, but I turned a nice pair of tan Clark’s dark brown by accident
@jeffgerndt2813
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Good selection of products. Good to see kitty back.🐈
@lohofa
2 жыл бұрын
Anything that learns and inspire you to take care of your boots. Would really like the know the best way to protect them through the winter - especially against the salt from from the roads. Hate those white lines you get.
@jeffmitchell72
2 жыл бұрын
A test for winter conditions. Snow & slush and such. Sno-Seal vs. Hubbard's vs. Obenauf's LP for example would be good. Find a 4th that claims great for snow. Then actually do some experiments instead of just showing us the next day. Get it wet, bend it up, leave it in sun, etc.
@MasterofPlay7
2 жыл бұрын
what about the fiebing 4 way care?
@MrTimothyRodriguez
2 жыл бұрын
I use Pecards leather dressing in the winter and obenhaufs. Great combo
@nilestyle88
2 жыл бұрын
HUBBARDS & NORVEGIAN SnoSeal too
@craigman7262
2 жыл бұрын
lmao too much work. How about u do it
@jeffmitchell72
2 жыл бұрын
@@craigman7262 I'm not the one making money running a channel and requesting ideas for more videos. Weston is...so I obliged
@rebeccasheetz
2 жыл бұрын
Always happy to see an appearance of Toaster!
@Chiller01
2 жыл бұрын
I did a lot of climbing and mountaineering when I was a bit younger. Spent most of my time in the Canadian Rockies and other western ranges. The go to for conditioning and waterproofing boots was Nikwax. They have a lot of new spray on products but the old school stuff came in a tube. It darkened the boots but did a good job preserving them in pretty hideous conditions.
@Freedom89984
2 жыл бұрын
The nikwax tin was the best, but they stopped production. Now it’s in a tube, but it’s not the same stuff. By the way, Bick 4 smells exactly the same as Nikwax.
@FT4Freedom
2 жыл бұрын
Real leather boot protector will always darken the leather. Oils and waxes. 50/50 beeswax/coconut oil. Cheap and effective.
@redbeardmcgee
2 жыл бұрын
I love obenaufs. Please do a special on it.
@gunnarhanson2889
2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff man, the more videos you make like this the more people will learn to preserve & care for their things. Keep it up 👏👏
@outlawmcclure9944
Жыл бұрын
This dude isn’t going to spread any “boot preservation,” while using rubbing alcohol. 😬😂 Maybe spreading “false information,” but damn sure not safe boot preservation.
@TheIdealisticRealist
2 жыл бұрын
Hey, would love to see you take a look at Role Club boots, very cool guy running it
@tonyp9179
2 жыл бұрын
Professional leather tanner here, Neatsfoot oil is the premium conditioner in my opinion. I like lp on top of Neatsfoot if I know the leather will see water. Both will definitely darken the leather, but that's to be expected. Also, I think using a bit more product then you demonstrated would allow it to saturate the seams and condition both layers of leather. Finally, a dry brush is typically sufficient for most boots. Water and saddle soap only stained or soiled leather.
@OriginalObuv
2 жыл бұрын
why use 100% oil? It softens the skin and that's it! Like any other non-drying oil! Such oil is always fluid in the skin.
@tonyp9179
2 жыл бұрын
@@OriginalObuv if you are asking in a broad sense, it's to restore natural oils lost during processing and use. It keeps the leather fibers elastic and resilient. If you are asking specifically why I use and recommend neatsfoot oil, it's because it's derived from the same animal the leather came from. Most commercial conditioners are an emulsified or hydrogenated blend of mineral, coconut oil and/or lard with wax, scent, colorant and stabilizers. Typically they are more expensive per oz and imo not as effective as pure neatsfoot when looking strictly at conditioning properties.
@OriginalObuv
2 жыл бұрын
@@tonyp9179 you forget that the oil is ONLY FOR SOFTENING! IT does not give elasticity to the skin! Most shoe leather is chrome tanned if you didn't know! And bone oil spoils! Mineral no! Oil cannot make skin PH acidic! And the skin should be sour.
@tonyp9179
2 жыл бұрын
@@OriginalObuv What do you recommend then Obuv?
@OriginalObuv
2 жыл бұрын
@@tonyp9179 Hand made cream with right PH
@pranavkamath4329
2 жыл бұрын
I’d say unless you are someone like a wild land firefighter whose boots are exposed to extreme heat, lots of abrasion, or lots of standing water, the Obernauf’s oil is great. The LP is really heavy duty stuff. As for the Bick, you can slather more on there or do multiple applications for deeper conditioning, at it still won’t really darken.
@thegrafxguy1
2 жыл бұрын
How about testing something crazy like Vaseline or some sort of armor all!
@s.sradon9782
2 жыл бұрын
Vaseline doesn't work, not the menthol infused stuff. It's really bad like using dirty engine oil or lithium grease. Tried all of these, I refuse to pay for conditioner.
@thegrafxguy1
2 жыл бұрын
@@s.sradon9782 lol! Good to know. It was one of the things that I thought my grandma might have suggested as an old trick or something. Never actually seen it done or tried it myself
@dm8057bk
2 жыл бұрын
You didn't use enough Bick 4. You need to be more generous with it, and give 'em a couple coats.
@sdcowboy85
2 жыл бұрын
On my Red Wings I usually keep applying Bick 4 until it stops soaking in. Buffing between coats. I also slather that stuff on. I don't daintily dab it on. lol
@RykalRs
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! What’s the background music it’s so relaxing
@glendelong1023
Жыл бұрын
Mink oil/grease goes no where near my footwear, learned that the hard way. If I am conditioning my Smokejumpers or Hotshots, Obenauf's lp. Never had a problem with stickiness b ut I do add gentle heat while applying it. What i didn't see addressed was Saphir. The stuf just works and works well. If I have a pair of boots/shoes that I want to condition or shine this is my go to. It sounds expensive but a little goes a very long ways. I use this on my Redwings,(I like the red dog color) and also on all the family's Packers. Never used Bick 4 because I have so many things that are better.
@mermaidmuncher2708
2 жыл бұрын
Turn off that background music! You would’ve had a cool ASMR video going on cleaning and conditioning boots.
@texasal
2 жыл бұрын
Completely agree that Obenaufs will make your leather darker. Wasn't a problem for me, just made my brown leather a deep rich brown. However, if I had a nice light leather that I wanted to maintain, I'd probably choose something else.
@justincadotte3484
2 жыл бұрын
I agree with the calls for more brands/styles of conditioners. I think that sliding scale rank from your earlier moctober videos would fit that well. Protection, darkening and conditioning come to mind for starter metrics.
@pummppkinn
2 жыл бұрын
Would have loved to see how each of these repel stains, water, and other dust and debris
@camel8687
2 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on conditioning leather with different finishes? Like full grain/buffed/ nubuck/suade/rough out
@brentworls8509
2 жыл бұрын
How about Sno=Seal? Used in the past on my all leather mountaineering boots with good results.
@MasterofPlay7
2 жыл бұрын
what about the fiebing 4 way care?
@MobiuSphere
2 жыл бұрын
We're coming into winter, so lots of snow and slush in my area. I always use snow seal wax sealant on my boots, but I'm always wondered is there any other options? Any chance you could do a comparison video on some waterproofing products?
@jamesmarek242
2 жыл бұрын
Being from central Michigan that was my ritual also. My son set me up with Obenauf’s last fall and I will never look back, in my opinion it’s far superior.
@jeffmitchell72
2 жыл бұрын
Sno-Seal still seems best to me for snow & such. Personally & video's. Sno-Seal vs. Hubbard's vs. Obenauf's LP for example would be good. Find a 4th that claims great for snow. Then actually do some experiments instead of just showing us the next day. Get it wet, bend it up, leave it in sun, etc.
@quickshot4050
2 жыл бұрын
Use mink oil, lasts a while before the water proofing goes away, and you can simply apply another layer if water starts leaking into your boots.
@FunFactOfTheDay
2 жыл бұрын
I've tried sno-seal, hubbards shoe grease, and obenaufs lp on multiple boots over the years and I have to say personally I prefer Hubbards Shoe Grease for the main shoe because its the easiest to apply, smells fantastic, and works just as well as sno-seal - however, for the welt and seams I actually find sno-seal to penetrate deeper/last a bit longer just because you melt it into a liquid when applying, so it soaks in better. So I usually hit the seams/welt at the beginning of the season with snow seal, and then use Hubbards as needed for the rest of the season.
@beerman5587
2 жыл бұрын
@@quickshot4050 I'm 55 and I've used nothing but mink oil. It's always worked for me
@JacobFrodsham
2 жыл бұрын
Yes! More please. Comparing how the different brands leathers clean up, would be a cool video. Granted it's hard to make an exact comparison because you weren't the one making all of those stains.
@567jmr6
8 ай бұрын
This is an older, still very relevant, video. Boot nerds, especially PNW ones, seem to compare everything to Obenaufs. A new video comparing Huberds shoe grease, Otter Wax Boot Wax, and Obenaufs LP would be a nice update and excuse to link your older video to reinvigorate traffic. The only thing this video is missing, is the consistency of the product before application. Largely moot here since 2/3 are liquid. But a relevant quality between the 3 I listed.
@lotekchapra
2 жыл бұрын
I swear by obenaufs. I still fight fires and it's by far the best in keeping my shit hydrated and plyable on the job.
@seemooreb.9724
2 жыл бұрын
Nice ,,what about rough out boots?
@Gene1969
2 жыл бұрын
I want to see some crazy tests of unorthodox conditioners. What happens if you use suntan lotion or your wife's jar of Oil of Olay? How about virgin olive oil in a pinch? My friend sent me a coconut, how would that work if I mashed it into a pulp and smeared it on the boot leather?
@thedevilsadvocate3710
Жыл бұрын
Ohhhhh yeah. You scrub those boots. Scrub them real good. Get every spot. Just like that. I like how the conditioners penetrate real deep.
@JAG214
2 жыл бұрын
Saphir Renovateur, Huberd’s Shoe Grease and also try Venetian Shoe Cream
@WDGFE
2 жыл бұрын
Paste mink oil fan, here. FWIW, I apply a fairly heavy coating with an applicator brush, then work it daily with a larger brush over a full week, as it soaks in. Another week of daily buffing and it comes out looking great as is, or ready for polish, if desired. Personally, I think of the mink oiled color as being richer, so don’t mind it at all.
@WDGFE
2 жыл бұрын
BTW, in another video you mentioned the potential desirability of conditioning leather insoles. I had not considered this, but may give that a test.
@tommytopgearReloaded
2 жыл бұрын
I love the explanation of each product and the pros and cons so we can make an informed decision when doing this to our own boots
@TangoCharlieAlpha
2 жыл бұрын
Why do I feel like I just watched something that my wife would disapprove of?? Time to clear my watch and browse history.
@wm4126
7 ай бұрын
try original Huberd'sshoe grease, come in a small can that looks like a paint can love it on work boots, in will darken your leather
@ashleyostudios
2 жыл бұрын
I love the mesmerizing brushing, cleaning, oiling!
@MeteCanKarahasan
Жыл бұрын
Shout out to Mr. Buckin Billy Ray, he called it for the Obenauf's!
@DynamicVlogs69
2 жыл бұрын
I use mink oil for years. Only the paste/waxy oil tho. Its great waterproofing ability i made my Arait Groundbreaker Steel toe boots pretty much completely water proof, I can walk through really soggy fields no problem after oiling them the day prior.
@markknister6272
2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the review
@chinatownboy7482
Жыл бұрын
I use mink oil on all of my leather. Jackets, bags, shoes, belts....... other assorted leather novelty items.
@jeremyhershberger3012
2 жыл бұрын
I love this kind of test. Could you test how water resistant each conditioner is. Also, please show the boots after several months to compare the conditioner after time.
@chrluc
2 жыл бұрын
Biggest issue with Obenauf’s is it will go rancid. I got some and it does a good job, but I had to throw most of it out because it completely went rancid and had an awful smell.
@drd8251
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for venturing away from just cutting boots in half to show us their inner workings. Keeping their exterior healthy is important, too. I’m a fan of Obenauf’s, but I only use it on the old GoreTex boots I wear when I wash my car and my Red Wing chukkas that it doesn’t discolor. Obenauf’s is perfect for heavy work environments. I prefer Venetian Shoe Cream for my Viberg, Alden and Grant Stone boots. Can you imagine slapping some Obenauf’s on some Chromexcel or Dublin leather boots? Disaster!
@globchuf2902
2 жыл бұрын
Hey I just got a set of Durango rebel boots and I was wondering if you would do them
@Asianevermore
2 жыл бұрын
I’m a wood worker; I get at least a pound of saw dust on me per day due to sanding. I have red wing with mink oil conditioner. I try drying them 24 hours and 48 hours. They still attracts saw dust and dry out the boots like crazy. Any advice?
@averagejoe4101
10 ай бұрын
Great info. In the Army (90’s era) you applied kiwi polish and shined them the best you could. That was pretty much the extent of boot care. I’ve learned so much since, like saddle soap, conditioner, oils, and other waxes. Thanks for the video(s)
@pappydc12
8 ай бұрын
Yes, great info for sure. Retired 23 years army, 1979-2002. In the early days Kiwi polish ruled with the result being we destroyed otherwise fine leather boots. Example: schmear on a tablespoon of Kiwi, then heat it up with a lighter, and then run under cold tap water to bring out a mirror shine with the Kiwi WAX. Boots would crack and fall apart from the abuse. I had "field boots" which didn't see much Kiwi and they fared much better. We have evolved!
@andrewdeluna7809
2 жыл бұрын
Have you noticed the newer Kiwi brushes lacking in quality recently? Heard a rumor and sure enough I found plastic bristles in my "100% horsehair" brush. Not sure if this does anything bad or it's just me being picky
@NonLegitNation2
2 жыл бұрын
in a pinch I ended up using a leather conditioner that was intended for leather car seats, it seemed to do a really good job of conditioning the leather on my Thorogoods. It was not greasy and seemed to penetrate deep in the leather.
@anthonyottinger2594
2 жыл бұрын
Makes you wonder how different seat conditioner could be from boot conditioner
@F0XD1E
2 жыл бұрын
@@anthonyottinger2594 car seat conditioners are probably formulated to not leave any residue behind that would get on your clothes. If you used any of the oils or waxy products made for boots they would get all over you.
@anthonyottinger2594
2 жыл бұрын
@@F0XD1E that's a good point
@mannycalavera2335
2 жыл бұрын
I have done the same thing! Ironically it gave better results than the random brand shoe leather conditioner I had.
@jamiemaloney1552
2 жыл бұрын
A better way to show the differences is to use all the different options on the same shoe.
@alirobertzayed4641
2 жыл бұрын
I usually use wd40 on my work boots
@leom522
2 жыл бұрын
This is a great step by step guide for anyone who’s getting into leather boots. Thank you for posting this easy to follow video
@alexmyers3000
3 ай бұрын
Anyone know if I can use the conditioner I have for my baseball glove??
@cartercasey8149
2 жыл бұрын
You need to cut a pair of marine issued boots in half
@chuduy509
2 жыл бұрын
Quick question, when I try mink oil on my shoe they just won't dry and leave a greasy sticky surface. Is this normal? Should I just wipe them off and carry on?
@corensam
2 жыл бұрын
I've been really happy with Cobbler's Choice for a "don't change the color of the leather please" conditioner. Obenaufs leather oil is my go to for work/hard use boots that I know will face the elements
@greygoose3936
2 жыл бұрын
Is Cobblers choice a brand? I just got my first leather boot and I know I'd hate to fall in love with one color, just go completely change it after one conditioning.
@corensam
2 жыл бұрын
@@greygoose3936 Yep, they're a brand. I use them on my natural CXL and other lighter boots that I don't want to darken. People like Bick 4 conditioner for that as well I hear.
@jklax
2 жыл бұрын
Should I let my boots completely dry after cleaning before I put oil on, or does it not matter?
@garattyfisher
2 жыл бұрын
I use obenaufs and I love it. It does darken boots, but I think the boots end up looking better darker. My opinion. It does leave a slightly greasy feel which attracts dirt, but a like to brush my boots every other day, so it's not a big deal for me.
@Cinnamon_enthusiast
2 жыл бұрын
I’m always happy to see these sorts of videos with different boots and conditioners; there’s a lot of people who will talk about what the conditioners do but not very many actually trying them on different boots
@adaptabledisease
Жыл бұрын
There was no Toaster in this video. :(
@dacenmarus1618
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent information as always. I would love to see your professional dissection and analysis of common combat boot brands such as Belleville, Bates, and Rothco.
@joshuawalker301
2 жыл бұрын
I do my own concotion of mink oil, processed beef tallow and regular unsalted butter, (yes believe it or not) on a double boiler.
@rustytreed8184
2 жыл бұрын
What is your opinion on Leather honey?
@jamesmarkham7489
2 жыл бұрын
I find that if you leave the obenaufs in the hot sun for a while or hit it with a hair dryer the sticky feel goes away.
@Resistculturaldecline
8 ай бұрын
Great demonstration for color purposes. For anyone learning about leather care, he was only applying a very topical amount that wouldn't go far toward conditioning fibers. Thirsty leather needs way more oil or grease than shown here.
@DEXVD
2 жыл бұрын
What sort of treatment to extend the life of the leather for a boot exposed to salt and slush through the winter? Just cleaning and conditioning?
@jeffmitchell72
2 жыл бұрын
This is the important question not enough ask. Bees wax seems a main ingredient in one's made for this I think? Obenauf's LP, Sno-Seal, and Hubbard's might be the top 3 here.
@quickshot4050
2 жыл бұрын
Personally I started wearing boots two years ago, I use mink oil because it conditions a lot but not too much to where you can over condition the boot and it also breaks it in/water proofs it, unless you severely don’t care about your boots and your boots are as dry as in the video, then obenauufs are good but if you’re regularly conditioning your boot ( like you should ) mink oil is king
@251Trioxin
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I like mink oil too …,stuff works in even extreme conditions 👍
@evictioncarpentry2628
2 жыл бұрын
I literally use obenaufs (oil and HDLP) on everything. I even use it on my hands in the really dry winter months. My hands have never been smoother lol.
@nodieusa
2 жыл бұрын
I don't understand the hype over Bick4. Some will probably claim it will fix a misfire on your old truck too. I'd love to see a comparison involving Saphir products and Adam's conditioner.
@obscuriosities
2 жыл бұрын
So I know the formulas are protected by trade secrets but I’ve been on a quest for like 4 months to figure out what NATURAL conditioners / oils are best for 1) restoration (like ideally antique friendly, haven’t found an outlet to pro museum folk yet) 2) general purpose without darkening 3) general purpose where that’s not a problem 4) rough and tumble (I think Obenaufs is the answer here, & less concerning to me bc I know bear fat & rendered cow fat are LEGIT). I personally am staying away from mink oil bc of the ethics. I’ve heard bear fat has very similar properties but that may or may not be true (the diff being killing one bear is so so so much more sustainable). A less imperative but still relevant 5) is for nubuck / suede but hoping that will be covered by one of the others The issue here w leather is that literally everyone and their grandfather has contradicting info. One person says use neatsfoot on everything, another says that will gunk up your leather & rot. I know trial and error is prob how most ppl do this but I’m not looking to perma toxify my own treasures & for me the research is imperative bc I restore antiques. The last thing I was to do is ruin something by over saturating it too quickly or with too thick of a fat etc or put something on it that will rot vs extend longevity. (Natural Restoration is a whole other topic I know). I see trade ppl who swear by Bricks 4 & lexol. But I also see ppl reviewing lexol as a totally new formula that now has a bunch of chemicals in it u can smell. Thanks for the vid so helpful to see the direct examples!
@ms.annthrope415
11 ай бұрын
I would wait until summer when its 100° outside. After giving the boots a light brush clean, i would smear mink oil or Obenaufs onto the boots. Just smear it on and rub it in with a rag. Then put the boots outside and let it sit outside the whole day. Let the sun warm it up, melt the oil, and open the pores to soak it in. When i bring them in in the evening, there is almost nothing to wipe off as the leather has soaked in all the oils. Wipe it down and give it a soft shine and its good for the season.
@andreacook7431
23 күн бұрын
I do something akin to that, but I have a low temp heat gun.
@dantedicostanzo1051
2 жыл бұрын
very informative! what about neatsfoot oil blend by redwing?
@nickdubya1215
2 жыл бұрын
I'd like to see you test all of otter wax's leather products. Saddle soap, conditioner, oil, waterproofing wax. Could you also clarify when to use what's sometimes labelled a boot oil vs conditioner? I'm guessing oil is preferred when things are deeply parched
@RyuFalchionX
2 жыл бұрын
This was excellent. Going to try mink oil on some a pair of boots soon. Would love to see you use Leather Honey on boots. I use it on 30+ year old leather jackets and sneakers i own. it works well on them.
@debluetailfly
2 жыл бұрын
I got some Leather Honey a while back. Have been using it on everything leather - I used it on old boots and new boots. I also use Sno-Seal on the same boots. I had been using some Neatsfoot oil, but Leather Honey seems better; will continue to use neatsfoot oil, as long as I have some. I used mink oil long ago, but never liked it much. It didn't waterproof all that good, and didn't last long. Have not tried Obenaufs.
@michaelgilbert8794
2 жыл бұрын
Saphir renovateur darkened my White's Perry Moc toe much more than the mink oil darkened the White's Perryin this video. Worn daily since February of this year (2021), about 10+ hrs/day in a bowling alley and when doing errands around town for the alley. Figure I will need a resole about February.
@saulcabrera5719
2 жыл бұрын
Quite informative and relevant for more casual wear than for work boots. Perhaps application and also color would influence the decision, as if they are actual dedicated brown, red, etc work boots upper health trumps over color. I would also include in the mix the o.g. neatsfoot oil too.
@shanechepren8119
2 жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t mind seeing science experiments with your cut up boots. Like what would happen if you used mineral oil, vegetable oil, olive, etc and maybe leave some outside for a month to see how conditioners hold up.
@JC-fj7oo
2 жыл бұрын
Well the food oils are a bad idea because they rot or go rancid. Mineral oil would work ok for water proofing but it wouldn't be as good for conditioning the leather. Good idea to see maybe some leather left outside to test different shoe products though
@debluetailfly
2 жыл бұрын
Vegetable oils will turn rancid. I use raw linseed oil from Sweden, or walnut oil on wooden cutting boards, because they do not turn rancid. Never tried them on leather.
@studebricker2845
2 жыл бұрын
I've used good old Kiwi mink oil paste on my boots for 20 years. Works great, does darken the leather a bit, but it's not a permanent change, so who cares?
@turtlewolfpack6061
2 жыл бұрын
I haven't ever used Bick 4 or the liquid mink oil. I have used mink oil and like it but have moved away from it due to the silicon content and have moved to Obenaufs. On boots that beat I always use neatsfoot oil first after the cleaning amd then apply the Obenaufs or mink oil. After that I add an old school polish for additional protection. The whole process takes days but I love it. Treat your boots like you would your saddle, I was always taught. Well, without the polish.
@willr7849
9 ай бұрын
as someone who used to work with leather I cringe at the boot folks who avoid proper care in order to preserve a patina look they are going for, mink oil is going to be the most effective but will have a better chance of changing color tones, and it’s easier to over do, with mink oil less is more, most who dislike using mink oil over do it and the boot looks wet, if you use bick 4 you will need to condition more often, mink oil is a once a year type of conditioner. The thing folks need to understand when buying leather boots is, leather is going to change over time, if you take a picture every 6 months for the first few years of the boots you will see how different the change is, lack of care isn’t going to preserve that look you want, it’s just going to shorten the life of the boot and ensure you suffer things like cracked leather sooner.
@elizabethb3994
2 жыл бұрын
I bought Saphir Medaille d’Or Pommadier Natural Cream Leather Shoe Polish based on a Wirecutter review and I am impressed with it.
@footnotedrummer
2 жыл бұрын
I found Trenton & Heath through watching your videos. They use Chamberlain's Leather Milk. I picked some up through Amazon, and it's pretty nice stuff. Darkens the leather quite a bit though.
@JoseMora-wc5zz
6 ай бұрын
Saddle Soap is just amazing… you can never go wrong with itx
@0530AZTECA
2 жыл бұрын
Great comparison video!! The boots came In handy. My choice is Bick 4.
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