Bad Repair on an Allen Edmonds McGregor 

There's nothing like watching a top craftsman do what he does. I'm addicted to these.

I hand stitched my 1st full welt yesterday... (awl and needles) my fingers where sore.. the stitching was messy (its just my own pair of slip on shoes for the garden and farm yard).... at one point I cut it apart, to fix the lining and it looked like an exploded banana. Today I got 1/2 of the 2nd shoe welted.. I did much better, I hurt less.. I am pleased to have learned to rip a shoe apart and redo it.. without fear . Thank you Steve !

I love how my 3 yr old thinks that you are actually talking to her when you're talking, so she responds to you lol. I love the work you do!

There isn't a man on planet earth who is as good as you at repairs to shoes. My father was a farmer and shoe maker, we used to use are own leather from the cattle. You sir, are the best of the best

I hope you have an apprentice I would hate to see your sublime skills be lost to mankind your a true artisan

I agree with keeping the vintage aesthetic. Those shoes have an old soul, and a new sole : )

Mr. Bedo, Thanks again for great entertainment and fine craftsmanship. Pray you and family are well in these whacky times. Grace and Peace.

Who would watch one of your videos and then not subscribe? You do such great work and teach your viewers so much. Who would not want to see more? This was a nice project. You improved the shoe as always and did it economically. I am sure the customer was happy. Not every repair requires a JR sole. You wouldn't carry an inferior house leather. The customer got what was asked for. Love your videos.

I swear I'm going to visit your place on my 1st trip to America with a broken pair of shoes, just so I can have a coffee with you and watch you work brother. Absolute masterpiece indeed. Wade Goodwin, The Fair Digest, Cape Town, South Africa

I watched lots of cobblers on RU-vid videos, but no one is like you, you are the best

Most wholesome content on RU-vid. Great work!

Good choice keeping old patina. Nice work!

I have ruined more than one pair of shoes, but they were my own. As you said, one has to start somewhere. One of the things I learned the hard way is that when replacing the welt without a last (or at least a shoe tree) inserted, it is possible to change the width of the shoe. I learned to proceed with caution. I have learned so much from you, and still am. Thanks.

I love the way you talk to yourself, and your sense of humor. Oh, I too enjoy hammer time! 😂🤣😂 You do amazing work! Thanks for opening the door to let us peek inside. 😁👍

I enjoy watching a true craftsman displaying his skills.

Never apologize for ranting about poor craftsmanship. You have a high standard of professionalism and it's good to know when others are fudging on their jobs. It lets us know what to look for in a botched repair.

If Steve would read this, I would suggest offering some hand made leather goods for the public to buy. As your fan base grows and so does your reputation for quality, people are willing to pay for excellent hand made items. Wallets, belts, keychains, watch bands, and purses are just a few of the items you could offer. Start small and see the response, and then go on from there. You have now become a brand name and people will want those items.

I hope you are able to find someone to train that has the same set of values as you do to pass this legacy onto. Quality repair work takes a true craftsman and a love of the work that they do.

Bedo's shirt? Hmmmmm... Good idea! Bedo's merch! BTW I like that the customer wanter to keep the finish old school. Awesome restoration as usual.

I never get tired of watching a professional at work.

Not every cobbler has an eye for detail or enjoy doing their best like you. You take pride in your work. Need more people like you! 😉

I love how you often come around to the customer's vision of their shoe or bag. This just shows your generosity of spirit, given that you can appreciate other aesthetic view points. You are a kind and gentle soul... even if you are a jerk with a needle.

Steve, I thought of you immediately yesterday after the accident in Beirut. If you have any family there, I pray they are okay. God Bless. (Beautiful repair By the way.)

For a less expensive job, they turned out quite nice. The quality of the materials used are probably on par with what was used originally.

Indeed Steve, a bit of leather and your spare time and you could merch the heck out of your channel. You'd be amazed how much you could sell!

I don’t know why but I have an overwhelming urge to subscribe to this channel now....

I enjoy how you dissect the shoe as you CSI the many discrepancies the previous cobbler committed in repairing the shoe. I like the moments when you share a brief history on the many vintage machines you have in your shop. Another excellent episode!

Steve you are amazing. not just a great cobbler...but a fantastic person. Always answering questions and helping people. Thank you!

What I really love you is that you take GREAT PRIDE in what you do and also you go the EXTRA MILE FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS, ALWAYS A GREAT JOB, P.S. I what your videos when I get off work with coffee and a peanut butter sandwich like watching one of my favorite show.

How did I get here first?. Much better than watching the news.

Thank you for giving us these videos to watch during the pandemic and letting us watch you work--it gives me a lift to see you transform all these shoes and handbags and give them life again. Every time I get a notification that you have a new video, I head over to youtube. One of these days I will be sending over my non-fancy pants handbag, which is a personal favorite. Keep the videos coming!

Hi Steve. Really enjoy your videos. My uncle was a Cobbler and I remember as a kid watching him and smelling the leather. It was fun. What a great craft and you get kudos fo really caring about the quality of your work. I am older now and just enjoy your craftsmanship. Regards

The whole experience for someone like me, is that your videos are like just hanging out at the shop... watching how you do what you do... and listening to what's on your mind and sharing a rant or three (ok, some coffee would be good too). The only thing missing are the things which make it all the more real. The smell of the waxes, dyes, leather, glue drying, etc. Nice work done on those poor ol'/abused (by other shops) hoof-covers. You've turned 'em back into good/solidly crafted, sturdy foot gear once again. A guy could slap those puppies on and know he's got some good shoes on his feet, and not be embarrassed by their appearance/condition. Elegant Oxford did a review video (posted today) of a line of shoes out of Spain (made in China). He did a good job of trying to point out the selling points of what you're getting for the price... but, what I couldn't get passed is that the breast of the heel was the only part which touched the floor. Standing in those, the "hinge" created to break down the integrity of their build would just create a line of pressure across your foot as your weight would force the rest of the heel to make contact with the floor. I appreciate an honest review, and the opportunity to place an eye of scrutiny on the product. I'd gladly give up a blind stitched sole in order to gain a flat resting heel. Extra cookies for the Zeus unit.

As always a plesure to watch your craftmanship, a good old handmade thumbs up.

God bless your hands and fingers!! 🤲🏼🙏🏼🙌🏼 What an accuracy!! 👏🏼👏🏼

beautiful work! I really like the new camera angle too. ( and the Barney voice cracks me up!!!)

lol, sorry, a few times when you were saying half-soles i thought you were saying "assholes". i finally got what you were saying...

Watching your vids makes me appreciate more shoe/boot makers and cobblers works

I’m with the customer on keeping the “old” look. There’s something so satisfying about old brown shoes. Good job!

The thoughtful explanations and variations are a pleasure to watch. Plus the “hammer time” time.

Hello Steve! I learned a word today: WELT! (I'm French Canadian soooo!) " WELT" DONE!

You sir, are the ultimate shoe restoration craftsman!

Great work, as always. I'm particularly impressed that you gave this pair of shoes your full attention and care despite the customer having a somewhat limited budget. Much respect.

Another beautiful job, Steve!

I think my favorite parts of these videos are Steve's "Hey man" bit.

It is really good to watch you work at your craft. lovely job, well done! Thank you for sharing.

Hi Steve. I don't know why, but watching your videos is so satisfying, just can't stop... 😁

Great looking shoes, I like the patina. Love the story behind that crank in the machine that is hilarious!

Amazing as always! I’m down in Fredericksburg and would love to see your shop someday!

'Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching.' - CS Lewis You can take that to the bank. Steve certainly has it. Superb repair.

One of the nicest guys on RU-vid, with manners too, your little piece at the end asking to subscribe, as opposed to rude norm of demanding you subscribe before you've even watched the video. Good work Steve. Regards from Scotland.

Loved your old Italian boss anecdote. Killed me... 😂😂😂 Yeap, the customer was right on leaving their life story on the uppers...

You know what time it is when Steve uploaded a new video... yep that's right guys! #itshammertime 🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨🔨⏰🤣🤍

Steve you’re a inspiration When I’m in pain in the morning you brighten my day thanks too you and your family 🙏

Nice work. Also, nice to see your videos of shoe repairs again.

Thank you for showing us your work. We always learn something from you.

There are many so called cobblers out there that should of been butchers. Your work shows that you take pride in whatever you work on, unlike many people that don't give a dame. 👍🏻

Steve:, not quite sure if your videos are more therapy for you or for me, but either way, it is win-win for both of us! Thanks so much for posting!! Rocky ✝️🇺🇸✡️🇮🇱

You are such a master. This is going to sound weird but i even love watching you apply glue. Love your channel

Thanks for letting me watch you, enjoyed the conversation ✌️, brother

Great repair Steve ... Enjoyed Hammer Time ...

Such a humble and highly skilled craftsman!👏

So enjoyable to see a real craftsman at work, thank you very much.

Love your sense of humor! You are allowed to toot your own horn.

A Cobbler that doesn't take care about or pay attention to details on a repair is a bad Cobbler. Those bad cobblers should remember about this "Quality is job number one". And a good job will bring back clients.

I can tell that you take extreme pride in your work which is very notable, you are an artist in shoe repair. Great job, Jay

Hi Steve 🙋. Awesome job ‼️👏 👏👏 👏👏 👏👏 👏💋.

Lol when Steve gets sassy with poor workmanship 💖👍😂👍

A true master at work! I so enjoy how you laugh at your own jokes! Hammer time! 😜😜😜😍

Super resole. One day I'd love to see you ironing the edge of the sole, especially after you've taken the time to trim it like you did in this vid. Thanks again!

Shoes look great Steve as usual. Love the channel and you, thanks for the enjoyment I get watching your show.

keep up the good work, I like your honesty and love for the craft, its an art that needs to continue.

I'm a metal fabricator(lots of cutting grinding, rotary tools, etc) and I still get anxiety watching you run the edge trimmer lol. I know you are clearly well aware and well experienced, its just a gut thing I can't help!

I'm a fan of the patina look. Great job as always. Id love to hear more about your shop equipment, their stories and how much better or worse they are than modern equipment.

I Love It Great Job Steve Your Sense of Humor Is Great I Laughed A Lot and Of Course Hammer Time 😀😊🥵😊😀

"Nooo it's not a jerk holding a needle" 😂🤣 Thanks for making me laugh Steve you are awesome!

I didn't realized that you waxed your thread before stitching. We do the same for jewelry-making!

So close to 100k subs! I feel so old, I remember only a year or so ago when you only had 38k subs

Great work there Steve! Your passion and care for your work is outstanding. My pair of Dr Martens were sent to a cobbler to resolve and those idoits had grounded the edge so recklessly that they had removed the welt stitch at the toe. Now they just looked so stupid. I now have to find a craftsman like you in my country to rewelt and resole them. Love your work!

I wish we could give you more than a thumbs up!! Like a super thumbs up!!! Love everything you do my man!

Thank you for the great videos that you have created.

Hi Steve another great video, its lovely to see aomeone who takes pride in what they do, and I love how you say it as it is I'm a big fan of straight talking people, look forward to your next one : )

Bedo, please don’t ever change. Just keep doing your thing. Love watching your channel!

Barney Gumble is back in the house!

Have you ever repaired a belt? I have seen you fix just about everything else. Excellent work, you are a true craftsman and master leatherworker.

I so admire the skill you have to do such beautiful work. Some things we can do once we're shown how but a great deal of what you do involves precise movements and control that seem almost superhuman.

Terrific job, well done giving the customer what he wanted.

It's taking pride in your workmanship that counts regardless of your skill level.

Personally I would have sent these back to Allen Edmonds for a recraft, but this is a great restoration job. Very impressive!

Never seen that heelbase Steve 🥇🥇👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️😃🌈✅🙏🏻thx for the time and the video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻see you next time

Nice work Steve 👍🇬🇧

The all too obvious differences between a CRAFTSMAN and a HACK are shown. Leather, metal, wood, stone, or you name it quality workmanship speaks for itself. Steve's work is QUALITY.

Great job Steve! I love that natural patina ! STAY WELL 👌👍❤

He's thinking can't see it from my house. Its said I work with a lot of guys with the same mentality in construction. Its very frustrating. As usual awesome video and amazing work thanks for sharing.

Great Video once again!!! 👍🏼🔥

"La pazza madre!"...great story about "the crazy mother" and they guy beating on the stitch machine. Too funny and great backstory on another great job! Bellisima! 😊👍

Wow! I just noticed the number of subscribers. You are getting close to 100K! Nice!!

That’s great work Steve. You always do the cleanest work.

I feel the same way. I've been doing upholstery for 48 years and I often think about my grandfather saying upholstery isn't for everyone.

I love your videos lol 😆 love the way you explain everything and always crack yourself up 😃