I Restored These Critically Injured Allen Edmonds

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@BedosLeatherworksLLC 2 года назад

Bad Ass Preston, you brought them back from the dead.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

Thanks Steve. I appreciate it

@Ram_ek_dharm Год назад

you done nothing ....u just ditch all viewers

@lindalove7193 Год назад

Bedo! Fancy meeting you here!

@boriqua2200 Год назад

It's so good to see something restored, especially in today's day and age where everything is discarded.

@mauriciorojas8305 Год назад

@antiowarr9467 2 года назад

I cannot agree with this 1 by you saying that this is an improvement??? No my friend this is a complete make over, from where those shoes were , this is superb craftmanship and patience. cheers!!!!

@michaelmaggi7637 2 года назад

Dude... You took a pair of shoes that were ready for the junk pile and turned them into an almost new pair! Great work.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

Thank you Michael I appreciate that. Thank you for watching and supporting the channel

@mrjace3 2 года назад

I think you went a little hard on yourself. They are as perfect as the can be coming from that condition. Amazing job👍🏽

@thatxonexguy5438 2 года назад

Exactly. Literally everyone else, inuding me, would have consider those a lost cause. Very surprising they cleaned up that well tbh.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

I really appreciate that it makes me feel great to know others appreciated the video. Thanks for watching

@marklongley9422 2 года назад

Preston. Don't thrash yourself chap. Perfection is overrated and does not exist in the real world.

@TheChzoronzon Год назад

It's called inverse psychology... but it's ok cause humility is the right base attitude anyways and he didn't overdo it :)

@jlms9912 Год назад

@@TheElegantOxford fake video

@RatdogDRB 2 года назад

A craftsman is his own worst critic. That strive for perfection is the fuel that brings a man to his upper level of performance. Those really turned out great. Those shoes can wear their battle scars with pride. I'd wear those with pride. Infact, if they are a 15D, I'd buy 'em and wear 'em with pride.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

Wow a 15 D? At least Allen Edmonds makes shoes that big. Thanks for watching and commenting

@nutyyyy 11 месяцев назад

Also, have a size 14UK/size 15US, and it's always a challenge.

@jacknjill3000 5 месяцев назад

I find Japanese ppl. are really into their craft and perfecting. I’m glad to see that attitude as yours, happening more in the US. Meaning I’ve always looked to the Japanese for fashion and how serious they are. When I’m that way and part Japanese , ppl. think I’m fussy and annoying. I watch jakaneswbtv and everything they do, they try to do with a very high standard. Like Ramen master will keep perfecting after 20-30 years and it’s still not right.

@sp2181 2 года назад

Awesome restoration. Those shoes are definitely from a person who owned a manual car with a very hard clutch......probably a sports car, old porshes etc are known for them. Left shoe has a worn out patch in the middle from the clutch pedal and the right has a accelerate/brake pedal marking.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

What a cool insight. Thank you for sharing that it makes a lot of sense

@waterboy8999 2 года назад

You sure? I'm thinking skateboard.

@tdirgins 2 года назад

I used to run the shoe department at the Brooks Brothers flagship. We saw this all the time and the cause was getting in/out of the car and pivoting on the ball of the foot on the pavement to open/close and lock the door.

@KennedyDillingerCh33 2 года назад

Excellent observation

@mikemarkovich69 Год назад

high quality comment

@vishalkarna3763 Год назад

You are an artist. Never seen anyone restore worn-out leather shoe in even more pristine condition than the shoe might have originally come in. Awesome job 👌

@whiskey5jda 2 года назад

Considering that those shoes were on the fast track to a landfill, you did an excellent job!

@tintobrass532 Год назад

Whilst restoring these shoes, you have displayed grit, determination and patience, and it is for this reason that all of the UK adores you. Fantastic work my friend

@jamesmacnamara8174 2 года назад

They look so good! Great job. Restoring shoes is such a cool and, dare I say, almost therapeutic to watch, as the form and colour comes back to the shoe.

@mahadrox Год назад

These shoes look almost as good as new, if not better. Keeping in view what you had to begin with, this job wasnt too bad at all. Id give it a 11 out of 10. Outstanding work❤

@willysaxmusici001 Год назад

So heart warming to see the shoes being given second chance to life. Incredible.

@robertballuumm730 2 года назад

I think they are absolutely amazing. I was brought up to look after my shoes and although I only have six pairs, two of them are are 40yrs old. The rest are around 30yrs.

@chinitadecanton Год назад

Cuidadoso de verdad. Un saludo desde el norte de España.

@danieltaylor1038 2 года назад

I think you under credit yourself for your talents. These look better than any high Street shoe I've seen. They've got real depth and character. Never been in a position to have a pair of shoes like these myself. You've given them a new life and many happy years of wearing. Once again a great video. Keep up the good work. From the UK 🇬🇧

@denverragavan5537 2 года назад

Once again you delivered a classy inspirational video...to restore what most would throw away to something most could only hope to own speaks about your skill and dedication to a craft that is so underrated...keep the videos coming Preston...they are definitely worth watching...love to you and your family from Pinetown, South Africa

@marzet70 2 года назад

Beautiful!!! In this is a sign for all of us if he can restore a pair of run down shoes 👞 as adults we need to put our egos aside and restore our relationships with our parents and family and it can be just like new on this journey of life!!! Doing certain trades like this helps your mental well-being better than most therapist 🙂 amazing work 👏

@buzzybee186 Год назад

I have no idea how I got here but that was an amazing restoration! Holy talent

@wild-aussies Год назад

I wasn't prepared for how truly amazing those shoes turned out... You have a phenomenonal talent that you should be very proud of. 👏

@jasondambekaln1415 Год назад

Complete respect and awe!!! I am a business man who spends a lot of money on my shoes and I would love to wear those. What a true talent! Keep crushing it!!

@edsonherald3720 3 дня назад

I swear I've tried "Mirror Shine" Countless Times, However, Without the Success Shown in this Restoration, As Well As in So Many Others. Congratulations on Your Dedication ! Many Thanks For Sharing !

@Poita316 2 года назад

The whole process seems similar to my wife doing her makeup. Taking hours of filling the cracks. But wow what a job! Can't imagine how someone can abuse a pair of shoes that bad ..

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

I totally understand what you mean

@rpc717 2 года назад

I hope she never sees this. 😂😂😂

@shortydoowopnonstop 2 года назад

@@rpc717 I'm gonna tell her

@icegiant1000 Год назад

So you are comparing your wifes face to worn out leather... I hope you have a couch you can sleep on. LOL.

@victorunger Год назад

I just want to know what he did to his wife

@wisaac6502 2 года назад

I don’t know how you turned these Beat up soccer cleats to an amazing piece of art great job !💪👍💪👍💪

@antonioduarte1335 13 дней назад

The caring and craftsmanship is amazing!!!!

@jeepdan7776 Год назад

Humbleness and humility brother, something that most men lack nowadays. Even though they came out good you look to improve, that’s something that today’s generation of “everyone gets a trophy” will never understand.

@KBDirector123 2 года назад

Gorgeous work. A total transformation. I would happily wear these with pride.

@mrg6103 2 года назад

You should hold a PHD in shoe shining. Your skills are unmatched. 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

@j.d.1488 Год назад

I had a pair of Bass casuals with a pretty bad cut and missing piece (flap). Watched your technigue and attempted to repair them. They came out awesome. I started wearing them again. Thank you man. Great channel

@homerogarza9861 2 года назад

Liked how you changed it up, my wife and I enjoy watching your videos. Absolutely stunning and elegant. This is better than watching anything that's on Television now-a-days. Thank you sir.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

Thank you Homero. I’m glad you and your wife enjoy watching the videos. Thank you for the support and I’ll see you next time

@Blackpowderdad 2 года назад

Wow those things turned out amazing! Nice work Preston. Your videos are so inspiring for newer shoe hobbyists on a budget, such as myself.

@josephheinecke1992 2 года назад

Amazed as always! Been missing your stuff! Glad to see you back in the mix!

@colinwendt9992 Год назад

I respect how hard you strived for perfection. It’s only going to make the final product next round that much better.

@scottyb.8710 2 года назад

He’s back ladies and gentleman!

@taekwondoca 2 года назад

You are the Master of the Shoes, hopefully one day I will know you and show you my work, still not so impressive but getting better. Regards

@danjoe22 2 года назад

Love the video and the work you do. Not sure what you thought you could have done better. Amazing transformation and a good demonstration of what you can do to a pair of shoes.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

Hey Joseph, there was a small Knicks and gashes I couldn’t cover completely

@lavonnemacfarland7380 Год назад

You did an amazing job given the state of the shoes when you received them. You literally brought them back to life!

@jw9883 3 дня назад

I don’t own shoes like these but this transformation was amazing, very inspiring and great to watch even though I’m female and non-military! Almost thinking of buying an old pair!

@scamli 2 года назад

Really top-notch work. Looking forward to more restoration videos.

@vkh08 2 года назад

Phantastic work ! If it wasn‘t too far I would send my shoes to you.

@edmundcharles5278 2 месяца назад

Allen Edmonds is looking for a few good men! You are obviously one of them!

@yarok.c7465 2 года назад

By the way am KC from Iraq .Baghdad am following you always one by one I like it a lot …

@richardgivher835 2 года назад

When I have a visually dry pair, I'm always afraid of getting a crack like that. So I bought a cheap leather lotion and add it after a quick wash with saddle soap. I let it dry about half way then apply the lotion. I let that sink in overnight, buff it, then let it sit for another day or so. Then strip it and begin the regular dye process that I learned from watch you. My theory is that it gets some moisture under the surface. Enough so the it doesn't crack when you work on it. Hope that helps.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

That’s actually a good idea Richard thanks for sharing

@Pacoloco106 Год назад

So basically if there isn't a hole on the uppers, a leather shoe can be brought back to life, or actually near perfection. Because seeing the state of them prior to this job, it looks like they were beyond repair. Amazing job.

@patrickwillis13 Год назад

I've been thinking about doing dress shoe restorations for prom season. These videos are a big help

@jonathansinita5427 2 года назад

They look absolutely amazing! Almost hard to believe that it's the same shoes. Great job as always, keep it up! 👞

@wizaxed 2 года назад

I think your part of the job went swimmingly! I did notice that the cobbler did not hit the original holes on the welt. Was there a reason for that? I know they typically try to hit those holes when they can, so I assume there is probably a reason. I've seen so many of these types of videos, my eyes scan for the details!! lol. Thanks for sharing another great transformation, Preston!!

@Kenny-yl9pc Год назад

It was a new sole so how could there be an originial welt from before? I think you are confusing it with the ornament?

@emrahercancakir 2 года назад

Great job as always Sir! Miracle worker, you are. Wondering if it would be cheaper to buy a brand new pair though. However I am glad to see one less pair for the land fill.

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

Yes, sometimes buying a new pair of shoes is much more cost-effective. This video was just a showcase what can be done for sentimental pairs and such

@djtaylorutube 2 года назад

It all depends on the cost of the shoe vs replacement. If the original is some glued together fast fashion garbage construction, then keep buying in at the $30 to $100 price range. If the shoe is several hundred or thousand $ to begin with, the cost of about $100 for a resole is clearly the better option. Yes the uppers are a bit knocked about on these but nothing that can't be saved.

@LB-px9td Год назад

The shoes look like new. Excellent job. I wasn’t sure you could pull it off, but you did!

@pacettid Год назад

Awesome video and restoration! When it comes to airbrushing I recommend you do away with the compressor and start using a flat-bottomed, aluminum scuba tank filled with CO2, which is dry, so no water trap is required. You just install a pressure regulator and gauge, that can be purchased from companies that sell beer making equipment and your all set. There are several sites on the internet that can walk you through the setup. When you need to fill the tank, just take it to a local fire extinguisher refill business and they’ll hook you right up. I also love the fact that it’s quiet and never wears out. You just have to periodically get the fire extinguisher firm to retest the tank. Cheers!

@Avslutarn 2 года назад

Nice video, I would love to see more of these where you try to fix really messed up shoes there best you can. One question though, how did you fix the creasing and straighten out the leather on the upper? Cheers

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

I recommend a really good shoe tree but in the end creases are normal and our unavoidable. Thanks for watching

@3spressoShot 2 года назад

@@TheElegantOxford Preston i agree with this guy. do more extreme restoration videos. the end might not have looked as nice as you wanted but you also started with shoes in much worse condition then you normally do. you can restore them and give them away.

@mr.kakerudanielvl6496 2 года назад

I wonder if you showed yourself getting a burger just so you can use the clip... This is some gourmet sh't

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

Ha ha John really recommended Nessi Burger so I really had to try it but since I already was getting one I figured I’d put the scene in

@roberthillard6706 11 месяцев назад

Always very impressed with your work Preston, and in fact with your personal warmth while explaining your process. Great job.

@Stud_muffin Год назад

Great job on the two-tone. Back in the Marines I learned to use a lighter and spit with a T-shirt to shine shoes and boots, always had the best shoes during inspection. First thing we learned was to break down the polish and dye the shoe before building up the polish again. Lighter worked on hat bills too, trick is to get close enough to melt the polish but not too close and build up.

@grahamhardin8 2 года назад

Those look amazing!

@Juanasoto33 2 года назад

You’ve done it again!!! ✨🤩👞 so proud of you. I love you ❤️

@ntbruno83 2 года назад

you did a fantastic job Preston. Like always, i enjoy your work and your mirror shine skills are out of this world man. Perfect.

@jaili3521 2 года назад

What about the tinea inside. I purchased a pair of used dressed shoe and have been fighting an aggressive tinea infection for six months with no end in sight.

@oscarriquelme3798 2 года назад

Preston you are the man those shoes are a work of art so what if there's a nick here and there they are totally transformed from garbage to brand new shoes...Preston did you like the job Steve did on my brown shoes with the spade sole they are kick ass don't you agree

@TheElegantOxford 2 года назад

Hey Oscar, do you know I’m jealous of those shoes! Steve did an amazing job

@oscarriquelme3798 2 года назад

@@TheElegantOxford sorry buddy can't have them. I saw the ones Steve did for that put the bug in my ear..I'm going there in person to pick them up. And probably leave another pair for a different creation . I love your channel you do beautiful work..I posted some some of my mirror shine on enthusiasts..ck them out. Keep up the excellent work

@junea2669 2 года назад

Wow, it’s the first time I get to be the first comment ever in anything.

@Kroopnyj1 2 года назад

Sorry, no

@normanskillings9492 2 года назад

Those came out beautiful! You can’t beat the burnished dark burgundy IMHO. Great job!

@johnpelkey679 2 года назад

This is the first video that I have watched and I am completely amazed at the quality of finish on the final product. Very nice job sir

@justforthetv Год назад

Lol wow you do talk a lot lol

@grantghinn104 Месяц назад

yes the sort of video that should be without music or talking

@moehoward01 23 часа назад

@@grantghinn104Or talking? To a comment about TO MUCH talking?

@JasonDavis1969 6 месяцев назад

I like your videos. But you keep saying you're not satisfied with them. And that kind of turns me off you do a great job. You need to have more confidence in yourself.

@TheVictoryHomestead 2 года назад

Holy cow! The transformation is incredible! Bravo!

@iembui6204 6 месяцев назад

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@chuckylevesque2129 10 месяцев назад

Who actually wears out a pair of dress shoes 🤔

@troysama3387 Год назад

Didn't even think the shoes had any hope of reviving yet you did it perfectly! Damn✨

@chinonsoohambele7562 Год назад

Improvement? This looks like a completely different shoe, you did a PERFECT job. I was speechless when you said it wasn't perfect. It's beautiful

@mirghulammustafa4326 2 года назад

No dought this is very good video. And you have a skill and good knowledge.

@ardentdfender4116 Год назад

It’s Sunday Morning and I’m just laying on my couch watching this with great interest. I own quite a few leather shoes myself and I’ve never seen so many things in this video to repair and restore the shoe.

@Warhawk76 Год назад

Those look amazing. You really brought them back from the dead!

@mikeblessing7886 2 года назад

If I turned in shoes that looked like those did and you did that to them, I would be ecstatic! Terrific job!

@miguelgalaz7219 4 месяца назад

That's incredible craftmanship.

@salmanmazhar9044 2 года назад

PERFECTLY RESTORED!👌 There remains zero room for improvement in this case scenario 🙏

@1youtubeviewer Год назад

Considering the shoes were in such poor condition , you did an outstanding job refurbishing them

@IUsedToBeAPygmy 7 месяцев назад

The first time I watched this video, I interpreted the sigh you gave when you first saw the shoe as "Oh no, this is horrible...". The second time I watched this video, I figured it was a sigh of "Oh no, these shoes *are* in bad shape, I just can't wait to show people how I restore these but I have to act like I'm not totally excited about this project first!" ;-)

@Ahmadalafifi 2 года назад

So much passion and craftsmanship in this content, a total work of art, its always joyful and beautiful when you see people doing what they do in such a great passion and professionalism. Got a little question for you, if you can please explain about the different types of saphir leather conditioners( renovateur, mink oil, balm) when to use what ? Thank you and keep up the beautiful work.

@hawaiianpunch6534 Месяц назад

Yeeeeeeah. They look way better than the new pair. I used to watch Trent and Heath but they use unavoidable commercials that's impossible to skip. So I find channels that doesn't have them.

@ronbrandich4196 Год назад

GREAT JOB~~~~~from a Shoeman of 47 years!~

@roberthoffhines5419 2 года назад

wow...just wow!

@guilhermesodre1182 2 года назад

Amazing job Preston. Just looking at the before and after shots one could ask "what kind of sorcery is this?". Truly amazing job.

@talavb9301 2 года назад

Amazing amazing work, beautiful as always

@OnceUponaTimeline Год назад

A new comer enjoying the channel. San Diego represent! Yep, glad Nessie Burger survived the loss of their previous little shack. 🙂

@xrayaiz74 Год назад

Now that's what a refurbishment and repair looks like! From 'walking dead' to living large--your skills are no joke.

@jackson102788 4 месяца назад

This is still one of my favorite videos on YT to watch. idk why but it really sit well with me!

@_ZeroQueen_ 2 года назад

I hope you are proud of these! They look like a different pair of shoes in the end and anyone would be lucky to wear them. I did have a question after this video, when do you use leather dye versus leather paint and what are the pros and cons of each? Can you get a mirror shine on cheaper leather?

@joejuarez8808 6 месяцев назад

Beautiful work. The shoes look elegant and great.

@danielgarcia9945 Год назад

You did a fantastic job it looks like if you bought them at a actual shoe store

@fafilingdo Год назад

This looks like magic!!!! I would have never believed it unless I saw it with my own eyes!!!! Great Job!!!!

@ABD-od2xh 2 года назад

What you have done is quite remarkable..such a pleasure to watch

@eshwarbandlamudi5827 2 года назад

Phenomenal restoration!! You are like the Bob Ross of she repair!

@CtrlAltDelite 7 месяцев назад

Very Elegant indeed, Oxford. Outstanding in fact

@juliettedemaso7588 3 месяца назад

Am i the only one who also loves them in their wizened state? Those shoes have a lifetime of journeys in them, a most excellent adventurous long life it seems. ❤ 👞

@uscglen 2 года назад

Amazing job Preston! They don't even look like the same shoes you started out with.

@Outwithchimex 2 года назад

Are u kidding me?…. These are perfect. U did an amazing job

@WaistDeepOfficial 2 года назад

Those are amazing now wow that’s incredible they look brand new! Great work!

@shawno9564 Год назад

I'd take your refurbished shoes over any retail any day they're already broke in and look like new. Great video as always keep them coming.

@henrywest7217 2 года назад

Brilliant!

@michaelamos4651 Год назад

Wow as a a big fan of fine shoes you did a miraculous job. Great patience and craftsmanship.

@TheElegantOxford Год назад

Thanks Michael. I appreciate it

@RootsRockRebel День назад

If the previous owner had sent them back to Allen Edmonds for "recrafting" they would have told him they couldn't do it! You've outdone the original manufacturer and given those shoes a new lease on life looking better, frankly, than they probably did when they were brand new.