Boots

With a gallon, you’ll have enough vinegar to clean hundreds of work boots! It doesn’t stop there. Given that acetic acid is a very mild chemical, it can be applied to leather, suede, rubber, even mesh surfaces without hurting them. That’s how white vinegar becomes a perfect cleaning substance for Timberland work boots. What household […]

For oil or grease stains on suede shoes, apply cornstarch to the area and allow it to soak up the excess grease for a few hours. Gently scrape off the cornstarch with a brush. Repeat as needed until the spot is gone. For grease stains that have dried, clean the area with a small amount […]

If you’re using baking soda for your leather stain remover, mix equal parts baking soda and warm water, starting with about a tablespoon of each. Then, soak a microfiber cloth in the mixture and gently blot the stain. As you blot, the oil should gradually absorb out of the leather. Can you get oil out […]

Let the cornstarch sit on the stain for at least 1 hour. Cornstarch pulls oil out of materials and absorbs it for an easy cleanup. Leave your shoes in a cool, dry place where they won’t be disturbed for at least 1 hour. If the stain is large or old, leave the cornstarch on your […]

Darkening can often occur when oils begin to congest leather’s pores, such as body oils or leather conditioner (if too much has been used). You can best prevent darkened leather by protecting it with leather conditioner and performing regular spot cleanings before it has the chance to darken. How do you get black marks off […]

We use the best parts of the hide, the thickest leather, for the White’s boots. And then we’ll cut six to six-and-a-half ounce leather of what’s left over for the Hathorn boots. It’s still thicker than most people’s boots, but it’s not that seven, seven-and-a-half, eight ounce leather we use on White’s. Do whites boots […]

The uppers are usually some multiple of the sole measurement. Thus, if you are a man with an 11-inch shoe, you can expect to use about 1 square foot of leather for the soles alone. How much leather Do you need to make boots? The average pair of shoes requires approximately 3 to 4 square […]

Greases have always been the first option to waterproof leather both in shoes and in different sports accessories and saddlery. What is the best protectant for leather boots? KIWI Boot Waterproofer. Amazon. Obenauf’s Heavy Duty LP Leather Conditioner Beeswax and Natural Oil Formula. Amazon. Tarrago Protect High Performance. Crep Protect Stain Resistant. Guardsman Protect & […]

Many people will only wear shoes with leather uppers and leather outsoles for this reason. They mold around the shape of the foot over time, helping to provide a feeling of support, plus they’re very flexible and have a good ground feel. The benefit of a pliable material like leather is that it breaks in […]

They are abundant and the quality and durability is less. (Although they will last for many years with proper care. I have a pair of caiman boots nearly 20 years old. The American alligator requires a specific climate to be able to grow healthy. Are Gator skin boots durable? Because alligators have tough skins, these […]

The beauty of the wooden peg is that it absorbs water and swells along with the sole of the boot when it gets wet. Why are there lemonwood pegs in boots? Lemonwood Pegging Lemonwood pegs are securely hammered into holes made in the leather outsole to keep the steel shank, insole and outsole in place. […]

Use talcum powder or baking soda to lift oil Talcum powder works to absorb the oil in the stain and remove it from the leather. Place a small amount of powder directly on the stain and let it sit for at least three hours. After it sits, dab at the stain with a microfiber cloth […]

These are hand-tooled and handmade in El Paso Texas by Black Jack Boot Company. In-Stock Boots are fulfilled on a first-come first serve basis. Are black jack boots hand made? Black Jack Boots are proudly made by hand in the USA and have been since 1996. Black Jack Boots take great pride in presenting their […]

Upper leather should ideally be between 3 and 5 oz in thickness, which is equivalent to ca 1.2 – 2.0 mm. For a first shoe project, I’d favor around 3-4 oz chrome tanned calf for uppers. Upper leather can be sourced cheaply, or it can be very pricey. How do you choose leather thickness? Leather […]

Mink oil is absorbed by the leather. It creates a water-resistant barrier and softens the leather, making it more flexible and often, more comfortable to wear. It can also extend the life of the boots. How long should you leave mink oil on boots? Chances are low but if you do find excess mink oil […]

1: if the caiman, alligator or crocodile skin is soft then it’s real. 2: putting both boots together and if the skin has different pattern then it’s real since they use a difference caiman for each side. 3: Price! How can you tell if an alligator shoe is real? Here are a few attributes to […]

Three 8′-9′ American Alligators (52-54 cm) produces one pair of full boots (tops and bottoms). What part of the alligator is used for boots? There are 3 basic cuts used in the making of alligator boots: Belly, Hornback/Tail, and Flank. Two animals are required for boots with the horn back and tail, where with the […]

Expect to wait 18 months or so for your custom pair — created to exacting specifications based on the size and shape of your foot. When it’s time to pick them up, prepare to part with about $800. How long does it take to make custom boots? Quality control is maintained every step in the […]

Are they worth investing in? The short answer is yes! Quality is always worth investing in, whether that’s a pair of leather shoes or a pair of custom work boots. However, you should make your choice carefully as the right pair of leather shoes can be with you for life in the right circumstances. Are […]

To darken your leather boots, you need a leather conditioner. The best products we’ve used for darkening leather are mink oil and neatsfoot oil. Both mink oil and neatsfoot oil are animal derived fats that saturate leather fibers and produce a rich color. Will mink oil change the color of leather? Mink oil will darken […]