These over 40 years old elephant skin boots were just not fitting g right to the customer. As we get older our feet change so we resized these to fit the customers feet.
Watching these boots rather easily slip onto Brian's feet instantly told me that the widened boots should be very comfortable for him to wear. It is amazing that Brian has not worn these boots for 30 years and that now he can wear these boots again. I also noticed that Brian seems to keep his leather biker jacket in very nice condition. I really enjoyed your interview with Brian and his comments about these boots. I love Brian's comment that, "Making them right was worth the investment." This is exactly why people send stuff to Bedo's Leatherworks. Brian's best followup comment was, "I'm gonna wear these suckers out." Steve left a lot of stuff out in this video about many of the other steps which he performed, including how he increased the width of these boots. All of these steps are available in his other videos. It is obvious that Steve decided to concentrate on showing the upgrades to the original boot construction in order to highlight how the upgrades will increase the longevity of these very stunning boots. Steve, congratulations for another amazingly well executed job. And congratulations to Brian for trusting Steve to rework these remarkably handsome boots.
OLD Leather Smith here, great job as always Steve. I'm involved in the reverse, my client's feet have gotten thinner. Thanks again 4 your videos. GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
I know that cobblers like all leather heel stacks, because they can reuse them. Makes sense. I am amazed at how well the fiberboard has held up. The fiberboard did not disintegrate or otherwise fall apart in 40 years.
I personally am not thrilled about the idea of using elephant skins in shoes or anything else unless the elephant died of old age. Be that as it may 40 years ago things were different. I am impressed that you were able to make these remarkable and hopefully increasingly rare shoes into a better fit. As always your work is impeccable and a joy to watch.
Hello Steve 🙋🏽. It's good to hear from you today ‼️ I can't wait to see what you do with these boots. Enjoy your day ‼️😃👍. SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Really a beautiful job, sir. I have to agree with the customer that its a shame to ruin that finish you put on the sole - nice design which fit the style of the boots.
Steve you are a true craftsman and have a passion for the work you do, amazing job that you did on these boots . Great to watch the work you do , Steve was very happy with the upgrade that you did .
Fantastic alteration there Steve. They don’t look 40 years old - such are the standards you hold dear. Loved the reaction of the owner. That alone speaks volumes. Shine on.
Those might be the coolest looking cowboy boots I’ve ever seen. I wouldn’t expect a guy who looks like Brian does to wear anything less! Another amazing job by a true craftsman!
I had a friend decades ago who had the exact same boot (early 80s). Those elephants were TOUGH. At the same time I had a pair of Tony Lamas made from Kangaroo and had lizard "critters" (stylish toe cap) which were the most comfy boots I have EVER owned/worn. I wore them until the uppers had holes in them. Even then I'd wear 'em, just to show they were LOVED and that I wasn't one to wear boots for special occasions. Those boots were finally retired in 2010. The 270* welt does look better than the 3/4 with pegs. A good slathering of Bick4 on those new insoles will help soften them for the break-in of the footbed impression. It's what I've done with all of my Allen Edmonds oxfords. Works like a charm. Love seeing that leather lining instead of canvas (hate that rot) used most of the time.
Hey Steve, I couldn't watch your videos in the past 6 months by a lot of reasons but it looks like you are not getting to many views and like as used to, and that's not fair your videos are better than in the begining of your channel. And the content and knowledge you share is beyond any discussion. I will see all the vids I havent seen in this months, but you should try to change the format of the videos (length more than anything). Maybe get someone who could make shorts like a preview of each long video. RU-vid is unfair with the algorithm but there's always a way to use it for your benefit. I hope the likes anf views get up over again. Keep the good work master!
Watched this at the end again Steve and the finished product and what really makes these boots POP now is that white stitching on the top sole...! It just looks awesome and picks up the gray leather of the boot...! Excellent...GG
Wow! Absolutely incredible reconstruction Steve! I love that you did the hold fast on these and watching you do it from the outside to the inside was amazing. Usually the shoemakers do it the other way but seeing it done like that was awesome. Phenomenal work my friend! I truly appreciate you for showing us your work/passion and your process. I am forever grateful for you and your channel. Keep up the great work. Im looking forward to the next one!
Steve well done brother.. but Making us wait 2 weeks for some hammertime .... come on we need that weekly videos.. and its ok when you breath into the camera .. we know your working
Amazing just totally amazing, just when I thought I have seen your best work, bang you release another video that tops them all. The man, the myth, the legend, Steve from Bedo's Leather Works.
Great work on a nice pair of boots Steve the customer was very happy watching this video at 6am uk time just before going to work a great start to my day 👍
I own a pair of those same Elephant hide Justin boots and they are hands down the best most comfortable boots I own. After seeing this video I wouldn't let anyone but Steve rebuild mine! Steve you are a master craftsman, artist! Please continue 😎👍
Somebody is a "Professional" RU-vidr now? WOW, I rememeber Steve's video's with 75 views, picking up his cell phone that fell over mid shot, hahaha. Congrats Steve, even the "Professional" cameraman can't keep that shaking under control, enough caffeine already! Cheers
I bought a pair of thats second hand but they need a resole and to replace the footbed. Wanted to attempt it myself (ive tried my hand at some allen edmonds before that turned out okay) but had no confinence with the boot style. But after this video it seems much more approachable. Thank you.
Nothing like putting on ur cowboy boots make old salty dog feel younger..including me.. I'm gonna die with my cowboy boots on just haven't decided which pair.
