I never thought watching a craftsman bring new life into a pair of shoes could be so very pleasurable to watch. This is what KZfaq was created for. Thank you Sir you are an artist.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Kamikaze Yamamoto thank you very much
@ciaranhealy52775 жыл бұрын
So much so that I want him to teach me that trade ! But I'm a bit too far gone myself but then again if he can fix them there shoes then maybe there hope for me ! Yet ! LOL
@kmal165 жыл бұрын
I would echo that sentiment as well.
@ciaranhealy52775 жыл бұрын
Can I come and learn ?
@harindergill72215 жыл бұрын
I second that. Excellent video and the perfect amount of talk - Super! Thanks and keep it up mate.
@84604375 жыл бұрын
I thought the era of fine hand-done craftsmanship was over but I was pleasantly surprised. You are a master.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
thank you
@nbookie5 жыл бұрын
Some do master their skill. Others remain envious of that.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
nbookie 😂😂😂👍👍👍
@sergiosandoval68745 жыл бұрын
@@BedosLeatherworksLLC Pardon my ignorance, but why are the tips of the shoes black?
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Sergio Sandoval it’s called burnished toes, more popular in Europe but slowly starting to come around in US
@Docdug5 жыл бұрын
Wow that was awesome. My great-grandfather was a shoe cobbler back in the late 19th and early 20th century. He kept his family (10 kids!) fed and housed through the turn of the century and the Great Depression. Thank you for keeping this craftsmanship alive!
@kristofferrer5 жыл бұрын
this guy's narration and craftsmanship are awesome. Restoration of an artisan shoe helps a lot and also surprisingly therapeutic. I'm inspired by this cobbler.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
kristofferrer 👍👍🙏🙏❤️❤️
@TheJVCMan6 жыл бұрын
this is a real craft. In a throw away culture its good to see this.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
David Hooker thank you David
@crisyorke13286 жыл бұрын
You're damn right, Mr.Hooker
@berylrosenberg7046 жыл бұрын
Amazing sheen and leather reconditioning to moisture rotted leather!
@louisrauzi38726 жыл бұрын
Bedo's Leatherworks LLC many years ago my grandfather passed. Going through his belongings, I found a tool box full of many odd hammers, pliers & nails. Yes he repaired his shoes. You didn't throw them away. Alas I didn't learn. But I saved them. Never to late to try....
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
cisa93 thank you 🙏
@njtech20055 жыл бұрын
This popped up on my feed and I was very intrigued. I have to say it was mesmerizing to see a true artisan take a broken sculpture and make it like new again. Beautiful work, thank you so much for sharing.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
njtech2005 thank you for the kind words 🙏🙏
@shaunwardley94145 жыл бұрын
njtech2005 5
@murvo5 жыл бұрын
I don't own any expensive shoes that will ever need this service, but I appreciate a professional when I see one.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Michael Godin thank You 🙏
@DMWBN35 жыл бұрын
Michael Godin best invest in a decent pair and pay £30-40 to have them resolved & last many years. I got a pair of Gucci 15 years ago & had repaired a few times. Still good as new. Same with loake & churches.
@legin64875 жыл бұрын
That’s why the rich stay rich they buy products that last and last
@QuickQuips5 жыл бұрын
Considering Allen Edmonds might be going down in quality used ones on eBay aren't a bad option. Make sure they have the goodyear welt and someone like Bedo could resole them. Park Avenues are a good choice in general.
@kevin71515 жыл бұрын
Michael Godin, I used to think the same way until I bought a pair of these shoes. Once you wear them it is very difficult to go back to wearing other brands. Might I suggest you wait until they have a sale (usually twice a year) or buy a pair of seconds. In each case, you will get a discounted price, and although still somewhat pricey, a lot easier to digest. I have a number of pairs and some are 15 years old and still look great.
@jwalkerjr5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your craftsmanship. I have a 16yro pair of Allen Edmonds that have been restored twice. Each time they come back better than before with no break-in time and so comfortable. People need to APPRECIATE this. It's an art.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
junior882 thank you 🙏
@justfrank67745 жыл бұрын
It may be the the Jack Daniels talking but I never thought I would have an emotional response to man restoring an old pair of shoes. Amazing !
@exdus2355 жыл бұрын
Actually, this craftsman is also an excellent teacher/videographer. His mellow voice explains clearly and precisely only what is necessary, no blah blah here. For me the best of all is that he does not use ANY music. The sound of the bench and tools and him makes for a very pleasing video. I have subscribed.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
exdus235 thank You 🙏
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Just Frank haha thanks 🙏
@johngray35856 жыл бұрын
Who'd have thought it a tatty old pair turned into a beautiful renovated pair ,top notch work this was a pleasure to watch ,
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
John Gray thank you sir
@houdinibat15 жыл бұрын
Want to compliment you on such fine craftsmanship. It is rare in this day and age. I enjoyed watching you work and know you are a artist. We have a shoe repair shop that I know is in the 4th ownership with the last 2 is 2nd generation. This shoe repair shop has been there as long as I can remember and I am 66 years old. I remember as a young kid and going with my father to take his shoes to get resoled or heels. I have always loved the smell of the shop with leather and the polish and oils. I still go to this shop myself and they have folks ship them shoes to be repaired from other towns and cities . Thank you for posting I could smell the leather.
@kjamison59515 жыл бұрын
Unreal! A fantastic job! This reminds me of Harry Crowe who was ‘old school’ on the Woodstock Road in Belfast. And I worked with a lady whose father was a shoemaker. He was honoured by having his shop turned into a museum after he passed. Such was the quality of his work.
@Dudotskiiiiii5 жыл бұрын
You should include how you work it. The stitching, using acetone, stuff like that. Those are one of the best parts of the video.
@ramblin_man235 жыл бұрын
duncan devera yeah I was looking forward to seeing how he used the acetone.
@raraavis77826 жыл бұрын
Very impressive! I wanted to learn a trade like leather or woodworking after school, but people talked me out of it. Still pining 20 years later. Living vicariously through KZfaqrs like you 😄
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
Rara Avis it’s never to late 👍👍👍
@markshoenus25916 жыл бұрын
Same here. When I was in high school a million years ago, I told everyone that I did not want to go to college, but instead, buy a 68 convertible camaro, hit the road, travel and work as a cook in greasy spoon diners along the way. Like you everyone talked me out of it...and it has been one of my biggest regrets in life. The moral follow your heart...you never know where it will lead you.
@smd61416 жыл бұрын
Mark Shoenus So ur dream was to become a traveling bum
@wanaraz5 жыл бұрын
LMAO!
@simian5045 жыл бұрын
It’s the ever so rare sort of respectable bummery.
@VinDcator5 жыл бұрын
A lost art brought back through KZfaq. Some things are certainly worth saving. Beautiful piece of work!
@Jason-Dawg5 жыл бұрын
Great video! I happen to work for for Allen Edmonds at the manufacturing facility in Port Washington Wisconsin. It is great to see a cobbler in action. I really like how you finished the soles as well. Thank you for keeping shoe repair alive.
@Richard5005 жыл бұрын
Some years ago I bought a pair of Cheney shoes they would cost over £300 today, they were a perfect fit. Several years later I decided they needed a repair and sent them away to Cheney at their Desborough, Northants factory where they renovated them for £110. When the shoes arrived back they were a good as any new pair and still fitted me perfectly. Shoes like these will last for decades!
@MrMousley5 жыл бұрын
I have a pair too and have them re-soled and heeled when needed. They are 25 years old and still look good and are supremely comfortable.
@sthompson40495 жыл бұрын
truth
@mazburke19065 жыл бұрын
Sounds a bit like the broom my mother bought in 1950. In that time it has only needed 5 new heads and two new handles. (Joke courtesy of 'Trigger')
@conniedoiron51115 жыл бұрын
You are a true craftsman. Those shoes looked brand new. I loved watching you bring these shoes back to life in a toss away society.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Connie Doiron thank you
@jaydee40085 жыл бұрын
Wow, great job on the old Allen Edmonds! I love the 2 tone finish!
@ddoyle115 жыл бұрын
Who else felt like they were transported through a time machine while watching this video? I used to take my shoes to a cobbler to have the heel protectors replaced back in Brooklyn. He had a tiny shop wedged between a grocery store and a bank. Very nice Jamaican guy, and very reasonably priced. I didn't think these craftsmen existed anymore. Thanks for posting!
@Ritopher5 жыл бұрын
What craftsmanship and expertise. I thought this was a dying trade in today’s throw away mindset. And I can’t imagine what that job must cost today. I suspect most people would simply discard worn out shoes and purchase new footwear. Most enjoyable to watch your skills. Thanks for posting!!
@vladiinsky5 жыл бұрын
A while ago my mother took 3 pairs of my shoes to a shoe repair, and at first I was mad at her for doing it, but after seeing what he did I realized I basically have 3 new pairs of shoes that I can wear for more years to come! Amazing job, Shoemacher! :)
@kevinford692 жыл бұрын
My home city had an amazing shop much like yours. It opened in the 1880 and closed in the 2020 pandemic. That was a tragic loss. Really miss this art form. Amazing work!
@46Ashgrove5 жыл бұрын
I worked in a family friends cobblers back in the late 60’s ( after school ) I only got to polish the shoes on this massive green in colour machine 😂. I also delivered the shoes back to our customers homes. Anyway. Back then watching Pat ( owner of shop) doing his stuff with the shoes and that addictive smell in his shop was a memory I’ll always have. And this Sir 😉 brought the memories flooding back😃. You are a craftsman of the highest order and a joy to watch. Thank you for bringing my early years back to me. 👍🏼
@MM-Iconoclast5 жыл бұрын
Next time don't cut out all the action. Even a few seconds of showing you actually doing the different stuff is fun to watch!
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
M M full detail video next time
@MM-Iconoclast5 жыл бұрын
And only saying that cause it was such an awesome video - just missed all the action!
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Randy Thomas Davila maybe
@PeggyStentzCasey5 жыл бұрын
@@BedosLeatherworksLLC Great! Espcially want to see the sewing process! ;)
@jimmyraines94325 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, very satisfying to see people who take pride in their work. Any recommendations on who makes good shoes?
@Sigkeeper16 жыл бұрын
I have a pair of Allen Edmonds wingtips that my mother gave me for my 40th birthday. I am soon to be 68. I keep these shoes in cedar shoe trees and they look as good as they did the first year that I wore them. I keep the leather conditioned and of course polished and use sole edging. At this rate these shoes, which cost $175.00 at the time will last until I am over 100. Great shoe, great craftsmenship
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
Sigkeeper1 thank you sir
@dm8057bk5 жыл бұрын
I trust you plan to be buried wearing them? :)
@meangreen73895 жыл бұрын
So satisfying to see something restored by someone who knows their craft well. Thank you for sharing.
@keithmason93665 жыл бұрын
What a talent. I have a pair of Cole Haan's given to me by my now deceased uncle that are very special to me. I've saved these shoes for a restoration but could never find a craftsman. My uncle was Dr Richard Burrus. I promised myself I would restore these shoes in memory of him. Everything about him was "First Class". I really hope you're near me because you sir are the best I've ever seen.
@davidkelsey28645 жыл бұрын
Wow that brought back memories. My dad was a boot repairer. He passed away about 40 years ago. He was a craftsman just like you...a dying trade. I hate those cheap shoe repairers in the shopping centres called here "Mister Minit." Mister Minit means they got 1 minutes training.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
David Kelsey sorry to hear about your dad, I guess sooner or later we all have to travel down that road. Most mall shops are quick service
@cybrunel10165 жыл бұрын
You sound American. I'm French born and raised, lived in U.S since '84, and have found only 1 shoe repair shop in 34 yrs living in the States. You are a craftsman on the endangered species list my good man. Those shoes are a work of art too. Nice job restoring them.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Cy Brunel thank you , you made me laugh
@natevonhartleben27375 жыл бұрын
I must be lucky, living in vegas there are tons of repair shops! I haven't had much personal experience with most of them, but at least two near me are really good! I have like 4 shops in just a few mile radius around my apartment, and there are like 15 more all around the city when I look it up on google. Though i've been across the entire country from Pennsylvania to San Francisco, never really knew if they were that rare.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Nate Von Hartleben I think the number of shops in the US has dwindled down to probably 6,000
@ThePerpetualStudent5 жыл бұрын
CY: when you first came to the states did you think a "peach cobbler" was a gay shoemaker? ; ) Glad you are here buddy and I hope that it has been a good experience.
@inkey25 жыл бұрын
years ago when I was a kid there were many shoe repair places....but now.....much much less
@Fudders5 жыл бұрын
Considering how many people would've thrown those out without a second thought, what a pleasure to see them restored to a "better than new" standard by a master craftsman. And what a fabulous result ...to boot! 😂👍
@tomd92752 жыл бұрын
a terrific craftsman-I had the gentleman rehabilitate a pair of Allen Edmonds molded sole shoes that I had no hope of finding again. I was totally pleased and appreciative. The gentleman is a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend the workmanship. Artisan
@catabaticanabatic38005 жыл бұрын
Wow! That's impressive. I wouldn't have believed that those shoes could be saved. They looked a total bin job. Nice work. I bet the owner was well pleased.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Catabatic Anabatic thank You and yes he was very pleased
@sladestreet60865 жыл бұрын
bought a pair of AE's when i turned 21. Still have them 20 years later.
@WaxMeister5 жыл бұрын
It's been almost 30 years since I last wore my Allen Edmonds shoes - I've been retired for 15 of those years. I still have the 6 pairs which I religiously wore one once a week, a different pair each of my 6 working days a week - yes, 6 days a week! They were always "treed" and regularly polished by a great shoeshine guy that has since passed - there is no one to shine anymore, too bad! My son will sometimes take a pair of my Edmonds and wear them on his special occasions. He knows to tree them when finished and never wear them twice in a row! When he graduated from High School, he asked for a pair of Edmonds as a present - it was a pleasure to go to the shoe store with him to choose his first pair - a father son thing. Allen Edmonds were for me, workhorses! I was fortunate to have just the right shaped foot that a new pair of Edmonds always fit perfectly and never needed breaking in to feel right. Great video, thanks for the post.
@happy043465 жыл бұрын
I worked in a shoe shop in the late 60's and early 70's. from last pulling to side lasting and heal trimming, I think I've done it all. Very nice to see this done and not just throw away the shoe. Great Job.
@TheTraffic2475 жыл бұрын
You don't realize how important it is that such craftsmanship is alive and well. This is beautiful art form. Excellent video.
@davidjose21935 жыл бұрын
Terrific craftsmanship and concise narration. I have Allen Edmond shoes that can be granted an afterlife!
@robertperrella41943 жыл бұрын
this video ladies and gentlemen is called SKILL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! brilliant craftsmen like in this video are the unsung heroes of society !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@watchman-pu7tp5 жыл бұрын
I find it fascinating watching people who excel at what they do, because nowadays, so many people don't. Most lack the necessary pride, patience, and attention to detail. This is one more video proving that anyone who has mastered what they do can make their job interesting.
@YouOnlyIiveTwice5 жыл бұрын
Out-of-the-factory new is pretty, but something old restored to look new again is BEAUTIFUL.
@dr.killjoy295 жыл бұрын
I’m not a big shoe person but I could watch you work your magic all day long. You’re awesome man!
@luisbaltodano2275 жыл бұрын
Incredible work. You resuscitated these shoes and made them look brand new. This gives me comfort to know that my Allen Edmond could be restored after so many years of wear. My respect to you sir.
@gitrix20003 жыл бұрын
The fact you kept the logo on the inside shows the passion you have for your job ... Hats off to you my men ...Bravo
@ToddWPerry6 жыл бұрын
Sir you are a true craftsman! In a disposable world it’s get to see things being fixed and used again.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
Todd W. Perry thank you 🙏
@me72295 жыл бұрын
This man is a true master of his craft! Very impressive. You can tell someone who loves his craft by there attention to detail and always doing his or her best work.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Adam Garrity thank You 🙏
@LanComp15 жыл бұрын
I have an old pare of shoes pretty much identical to this pare that are falling apart. They've been collecting dust for some years. There is a shoes repair in a town next to me. I think I'll bring them there and give them new life. Thank you for inspiring me. You are an artisan.
@johnbalogna8035 жыл бұрын
Wow I remember taking shoes to have them repaired as a kid. I still remember the smell of the repair shop. I remember the old shoe smith lamenting the passing of the are of shoe repair as shoes were now being made so cheaply that folks were replacing rather than repairing. Glad to see some keeping this craft alive.
@smasica5 жыл бұрын
I'm stunned to see there are still cobblers existing and doing incredible work. Hats off to you. A good pair of shoes are a joy to own, though I prefer boots.
@tranz_former5 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed watching this restoration. Quality craftmanship.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Tranz Former thank You 🙏
@danielpapandrea43195 жыл бұрын
I own 4 pairs of Allen Edmonds shoes. Love them, but what I most appreciate is the re-crafting service. One of my favorite pair is currently going through their second re-crafting. The shoes return looking and wear like new! This is the ultimate demostration of SERVICE! Thank you Allen Edmonds!
@orlandohernandez27985 жыл бұрын
You just made me go yo my closet, take out an old pair of shoes and now im on my way to the shoe repair old man down the street... lol.. thanks
@BoomerKeith15 жыл бұрын
I wish I could go back in time and become an apprentice for someone like you. This is a true craft and one that can be improved with love of what you do (and you clearly show that). I could watch your videos for days!
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Sooner Keith thank you 🙏
@ByrdieFae5 жыл бұрын
Aaah! This is such a treat to see! Such wonderful work!
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
BTMotley 👍👍🙏🙏
@jamesford33225 жыл бұрын
A TRUE CRAFTSMAN. IT BLESS' ME TO SEE SUCH TALENT. I SOLD ALLEN EDMONDS SHOES FOR YEARS NOT KNOWING REPAIR / RESTORATION WAS OFFERED. EXPENSIVE SHOES,,,,, BUT A VERY HIGH QUALITY SHOE IN NARROW SIZES. THIS WAS A REAL PLEASURE TO WATCH, AND LEARN. THANK YOU.
@archibaldchimpin5 жыл бұрын
My grandfather was a cobbler, this reminds me of watching him repairing his own beautiful brogues, lovely work
@douglasj535 жыл бұрын
You do great work. These ended up being better than when they were new.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Doug Johnson thank you and yup I agree👍👍
@MrGavinspoppop5 жыл бұрын
In our through away society it s nice to see someone willing to save his shoes and a craftsman like this man !!!!
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Brian Donnelly thank you 🙏
@tomverderber15654 жыл бұрын
One word... WOW!!! You definately have a gift. You need to be teaching others to keep the trade thriving. Its becoming a lost art. Great video. Thanks for posting!
@fransekes5 жыл бұрын
Hi, very wel, done! i am a shoemaker from the netherlands. Fixing those shoes (Italian Dutch or English brands) is my daily job. I am proud of my job and it’s nice to read that people sometimes see it as an art.
@MrRsmith3275 жыл бұрын
Excellent craftsmanship. So very glad to see that it still exists.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
MrRsmith327 thank you 🙏
@rs46195 жыл бұрын
I am a baby boomer and when I was growing up we have on many occasions had our shoes resoled in India. In those days it was cheaper to resole/repair, but now a days it is more cost effective to just buy new. Having said that, because of people most buying new shoes instead of repairing them, the cobbler trade has died out. It is refreshing to see you bringing to life a worn out pair of shoes. Great job and nice video.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Rock Solid thank you, to your point, there are more people these days who buy quality and have then refurbished
@carmelpule69545 жыл бұрын
Bedo's Leatherworks LLC . Sir, may I congratulate you on your skills. At the beginning of the video 0:17, when I saw the manner in which your gentle hands were feeling and studying the shoes, reminded me of my own uncle who was a boat builder, he too used to run his hand over the finished planking to check for the smoothness and the texture of the wood. The manner in which you handle those shoes in the early stages is almost like a doctor facing a patient who requires tender assistance. From that alone, I knew that you are a very experienced gentleman in your work. You should also be proud of the fact that when you asked your customer when he would like on the sole, he said, " do what you like". I would have trust you too and many others would, as you have an eye for " quality and class". Again, Sir, my congratulations.
@jp4834 жыл бұрын
Amazing craftsmanship! Truly a lost art. Thank you for taking the time to repair shoes that have a long life left in them, so people don't have to throw away. We need more artisans like you Sir!
@Losttoanyreason5 жыл бұрын
Wow, doesn't even look like the same pair of shoes! Now I know why they charge so much to do this kind of work. There is a lot involved in the process. You do beautiful work. Obviously you have never done this before, LOL. Thanks I really enjoyed the video and best of all no annoying music.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Losttoanyreason thank You 🙏🤣🤣
@LaPabst5 жыл бұрын
One of the great upsides of the net and KZfaq? The 'arts' get to live forever. WHY?? HOW??...in gods name would you ever thumb this down? The guy is repairing someones shoes.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
LaPabst thank You 🙏
@advancedmonkey77025 жыл бұрын
for a hefty sum I am sure.
@BernardSolomon5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for saying what I wanted to say. I come across a lot of videos where there are, what I feel, unwanted / unnecessary dislikes. I just don't know why.
@LaPabst5 жыл бұрын
For sure Bernard. Look, if you are doing a selfe-rant about politics or a video on nuclear vs. wind power, OK, I get it, plenty of room for opinion there. But seriously? Your gonna dump on a craftsman like this practicing an ART likely handed down in his family; and making something beautiful out of junk? These jokers need to get a hobby other than KZfaq... Maybe something positive like repairing expensive dress shoes.
@chrisoconnor31195 жыл бұрын
100% agreed! I was looking into this exact shoe! I eould love the experts opinion on them vs any others in the range equal or less $
@gunmetal24455 жыл бұрын
I love watching used and loved shoes going through a rejuvenation process. Its great to see items made to last 👍
@TanukiOfficial5 жыл бұрын
Excellent video that shows why expert shoe repair is worth the money. You are basically getting a new pair of shoes that removes the weaknesses (glue vs stitching) the manufacturer included in the original shoe so that they could cut manufacturing costs. These shoes must have some strong sentimentality to the owner. These are truly everyday, all weather shoes for the owner. I will say, though, that there is a time when you have to let your shoes go to heaven. Shoes are hot, wet, and abusive environments and often make promises they can't keep. You do great work!!
@Marco_A_Marcano_Soto6 жыл бұрын
My Hat Is OFF to You, AMAZING job, a true Proffessional at his Craftmanship.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
Marco A. M S thank you your very kind
@therestorationofdrwho18654 жыл бұрын
Imagine having your shoes fixed by this guy and shined by the elegant oxford
@Jack144324 жыл бұрын
You will be charged same as a new pair 😀
@MatthewMoore13 жыл бұрын
I’d probably buy a display case and treat them as a work of art.
@DisabledComics19953 жыл бұрын
Hell yes there’s only 2 channels I’d let touch my shoes the recraft Bedos, and Trenton & Heath. And then shine by Preston
@kareemjohnson80593 жыл бұрын
So great to know someone else is doing exactly what I do..which is watch all those guys lol
@Audios20103 жыл бұрын
I can agree that those two are artist in their own lane, so I wouldn't hesitate on the bill knowing they went all out to give me a quality pair
@246spyder5 жыл бұрын
You should show the stitching being sewed. All of the steps are of interest. Do appreciate the work of a craftsman (woman), so much time and effort that's often not appreciated except by the discriminating customer. The shoemaker was a godsend for my mom when we were kids back in the day. Shoe replacement (new) was expensive so she had them resoled and heeled. Good craftsmanship show. Looks and feels and is good as new. Up until I (so-called) retired I purchased quality and had a quality shoemaker like you keep them up, less expensive in the long run. Beautiful workman sir.
@wagonmaster19744 жыл бұрын
I'm impressed. Many would have discarded those shoes, as many issues as they had. When my J&M shell cordovan oxfords need rejuvenation, I know where they will go, now. Thanks for posting the videos!
@Rick-Williams595 жыл бұрын
You, sir, are an artist of old school. Excellent restoration.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Ric Williams thank you 🙏
@Mr_Dink5 жыл бұрын
i replaced my old white shoelaces from my sneakers and i thought "WOW the shoes are like brandnew!" ... Then i saw this video XD
@raylarkin50042 жыл бұрын
Steve, I get a real calming effect watching you restore shoes. I was a carpenter but you as a cobbler are an artist. My amazement is also watching you do the various methods of attachments including nailing heels. It's all so precise even watching you ply the razor knife. All of this may as well be magic when I see the end result.👍🏼
@1959Berre5 жыл бұрын
Nowadays we buy junk all the time and throw it away, creating giant landfills. It is good to see some people are still skilled craftsmen. This deserves a lot of thumbs up.
@johnkaminsky16575 жыл бұрын
Excellent work! It's great to see something with a new lease on life and someone skilled enough to make it happen.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
John Kaminsky thank You sir
@gemment15 жыл бұрын
Great job chief!!! Those shoes have new life once again. The French Tips won me over.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Tony Carlos thank you friend
@deborahneedlesmith61225 жыл бұрын
God, I would love to see the customer’s reaction when he sees your craftsmanship! Thank you for your videos.
@opalrubyinvestments5 жыл бұрын
this is bloody awesome craftsmanship....i used to love taking my school shoes to the boot maker down the road for him to repair.....the smell of the leather and glues was something ill always remember as part of my childhood...
@facesmasher42165 жыл бұрын
great precision craftmanship on the spot; and incredible journey of a special art that brought me old memories - when i was a little kid i used to visit my uncles' shoe factory there he had all kind of huge automated manufacturing machines, polishing machines, sewing machines and all kind of chemicals he needed for the manufacturing process of his shoes but the area that most interested me was in the center of the factory, where about a dozen shoemakers sat on special squared benches made w/ suede and in front of them was a huge squared table filled with several compartments where they have their supplies such as nails of all shapes and different sizes, ornamental figures they used on the aestethics of the finished product, and of course the yellow glue/ cement to seal the process and the "inks" they used to give color to their creations the suede they used for fabrication was hanging in rolls next to them that they used to cut w/ these extra sharp knives; and my uncle was sewing shoes on the automated machines on the other side that panorama for me was super fantastic! it was like being outer space really i used to sat on one of the squared benches next to the shoemakers just to watch them how they created those incredible shoes and also i learned how to make shoes as early 6 every time i went back home, i remember taking lots of nails and put them in my pockets (that was my pay for the day) my mother and i used to fight a lot for that reason, but one day she caught me fixing her shoes in the bathroom and the arguments stopped 😉 today im not a shoemaker, im an industrial mechanic, welder, body and fender tech, auto tech, computer programmer, photographer, filmmaker and theater tech thanks to that inspiration from the past i guess ⌛
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
stumpunk pumpin wow what an awesome story, it doesn’t matter what your going as long as you have a passion for it. 👍👍👍
@LianelJohnson6 жыл бұрын
Great work. I rarely see people address the leather on the inside of the shoe so I appreciate your attention to detail here.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
Chris Hancock thank you 👍👍👍😀😀
@MrRotaryrockets5 жыл бұрын
Nicely done .as a 22 year old i sold shoes it's nice to see someone restore the shoes that are classics
@rfcarlson15 жыл бұрын
Excellent work. Better than an Alen Edmonds factory rebuild. I wore Allen Edmonds my entire career. Worth every cent I ever spent buying them. I always sent them back for reworking when they wore out. My only disappointment was once when they returned a pair saying they were beyond rebuilding. I think they were in better condition than the ones you repaired in this video. My guess is they were beyond what they thought they cost of the factory rebuild was worth. Broke my heart. I loved that pair of shoes. Shoes make a difference, especially if you're in them 15 hours a day. Also, I could just look at the feet of a job applicant and tell if he was material for the executive suite or not. A great resume wasn't all it took: you have to look the part.
@closertothetruth92095 жыл бұрын
worth every cent, beautiful workmanship, bet you get a lot of return customers
@opusthe2nd6 жыл бұрын
Great to see this! Grandfather came over from Sicily and was a cobbler in Boston for his lifetime. Had I known what this world was coming to, I would have taken it over. Good job!
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
opusthe2nd definitely old school business, thank you
@gmilla28255 жыл бұрын
I don't understand how anybody could thumbs down this....very satisfying to watch a craftsman make an honest dollar.
@bobbibuttons87305 жыл бұрын
Watching you work really is a pleasure. There aren’t many craftsmen like you around any more. There used to be an old style cobbler not too far where we lived when I was young. He could repair anything and even used to make surgical shoes that were prescribed. I must have been about 21 when he retired and shut shop. Now all that’s available are heel bars and trying to find an old style cobbler is like a needle in a haystack. Maybe in the USA it’s different. Kudos to you Sir.
@ontopnrizin6 жыл бұрын
Amazing, how you instinctively identify the details of each individual maker. I am not into shoes, but this video was very entertaining and informative. Great job.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
CJ Bluebow thanks 🙏
@leonardjona6 жыл бұрын
Very cool! Wish we could've seen the stitching and glueing as well as when you put on that final heel with the beautiful brass nails. Either way. Well done sir!
@BedosLeatherworksLLC6 жыл бұрын
Jonathan Leonard on some of my other videos I show more details
@allowmi5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing - it was a pleasure to watch your craft. I'm sure your clients are very happy with your work.
@Grotz14115 жыл бұрын
I have a pair of Allen Edmund shoes. I bought them in 1988 for about $175.00 which at the time was the most I had ever spent on a pair of shoes. They are still in great shape. I only wear them for special occasions but as long as I keep them clean and stored with a good shoe horn, they will continue to give me pleasure every time I wear them. It's good to see a full restoration of these...maybe my son will take them and use them after I'm gone....
@santiago41205 жыл бұрын
Love the attention to detail and explanations. Would have loved to see more of the handiwork though.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
Santiago Hampton check my other videos I have plenty with more details 👍👍
@richlymann64515 жыл бұрын
More than excellent restoration, hands of a master craftsmen indeed.. I like the heel job and French tips.. size 14 for me
@peteb25 жыл бұрын
That's one pair of absolutely beautiful shoes now. I'm in awe at your skill and admire your craftsmanship to have brought them back from their virtual demise. Thanks for taking the time to make this video to show us.
@icreatedanaccountforthis18525 жыл бұрын
This was amazing to watch how they could be deconstructed and reconstructed so well.
@NothingMaster5 жыл бұрын
Excellent quality craftsmanship. 👏🏻 keep it alive.
@kerrykrishna5 жыл бұрын
Why not show us all of it? I SO wanted to see the skiving machines and the stitching machine too. Great work on what we did see, but I am disappointed too.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
kerry krishna there is literally not enough time to show every little detail, but watch the A/E Dalton videos in two parts. That shows a lot more detailed work. 👍👍
@IamDoogy5 жыл бұрын
Yes, I wanted to see him trim the heel liner without nicking the edge and stitching the sole without getting the sides of the shoe. How do you do that? Great to see that craftsmanship is still alive.
@BedosLeatherworksLLC5 жыл бұрын
IamDoogy watch my other videos it has more details
@HeatFilter5 жыл бұрын
Secrets of the trade :P
@1013redoak4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job Steve! When I first saw these I thought the should have gone in the garbage!
@jansarver18025 жыл бұрын
Awesome to watch you convert the original worn shoe to such a beautiful pair completely rebuilt!