Imagine my surprise when I click on a Stridewise vid and see another familiar face, Weston. 😯 2021 is full of surprises.
@jacobo35513 жыл бұрын
Nicks face when Weston speaks is funny
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
I don't think my face profile has ever been shown on this channel before haha
@djswany853 жыл бұрын
"what do I do with my face?"
@ChrisBrown-cg2by3 жыл бұрын
Kind of like he's listening to Weston? Looks pretty normal to me?
@watchmanexpert3 ай бұрын
@@Stridewise chromexel leather vs chrome ? What is the difference?
@LG2TK3 жыл бұрын
These 2 and Carl Murawski are my go-to channels for boots and leather information.
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
I'll get Murawski on the channel this year!
@mattbec3 жыл бұрын
@@Stridewise DO IT!
@oklahomahank23783 жыл бұрын
I always enjoy listening to people who really know a topic. It almost doesn’t matter what the topic is. And two genuine experts together is even better.
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Love it Hank, thanks for your comment!
@reachrohit3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see two great channels collaborating instead of blindly competing! Love to see more!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
More to come!
@nkordo2551 Жыл бұрын
So much love, so much romance!
@theoortcloud7423 жыл бұрын
I've been loving your collabs with Weston! You guys both have different niche knowledge about leather and boots and you balance each other out really well!
@In_MT3 жыл бұрын
Great to see 2 of my favorite channels together!!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it Randy - lots of logistics went into this one!
@joshuataylor813 жыл бұрын
Loving the collaborative works! So informative, entertaining, and well done! Keep 'em coming!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
That means a lot, thanks Josh!
@Lasermanprint3 жыл бұрын
Great Collaboration two of the best boot reviewers out there, along with C J Cook and Carl Murawaski
@victorrasilla4 ай бұрын
I’m very happy with the content from this channel and have made several purchases based on reviews and information garnered from this channel.
@micahbell85333 жыл бұрын
These two are the GOATs of KZfaq when it comes to boots and leather.
@blitz343 жыл бұрын
You are doing God's work with these collabs Nick. 2021 already making great strides =)
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
So glad you're on board
@retrovelcro3 жыл бұрын
Didn't know Weston ever put stuff together, always have just seen him taking stuff apart. Good to know, going to check out his stuff now 👍🏼
@andrescevallos60083 жыл бұрын
It was great to see both of you in the same video. You should make more videos together. Greetings from Ecuador
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
More to come Andres!
@davidmacy22523 жыл бұрын
Always good videos.The collaborations are great! I really like the variety you've put into the channel...seems to be just about quality heritage goods for men. Very good stuff! Keep it up!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it David! Happy the variety is working well for you
@sudiplimbu82183 жыл бұрын
both of you give true information. Rose anvil you rock man :)
@Snugglez1873 жыл бұрын
I use Saphir Oiled Leather Cream on my Chromexcel boots (the one in the expensive little glass jar). I'm not sure if it's different from or any better than their greasy leather cream in the plastic bottle, but it's more expensive, so I bought it, lol. I treat it like skin lotion and go panel by panel and rub it until it soaks in. Then I let it sit for an hour or so before brushing. The result is super nice.
@alexgoodfellow68283 жыл бұрын
Glad your channels partnered up! Glad seeing on your content on respective channels ✌️
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated Alex!
@Rufio6293 жыл бұрын
Hey look at that it’s my two bros
@ericiidx10 ай бұрын
Saphir's greasy leather cream all the way for Chromexcel! I used Venetian Shoe Cream on my first pair of Chromexcel boots -- perhaps too often -- and in the end (~2 years,) found it to contain just too much wax for my taste. Too much shine. The solvent smell was also off-putting. I've since used Saphir's cream on my latest pair of the past 3+ years and love it. It's comparatively expensive per fluid ounce, but one bottle will last for years and years. Plus it smells great! Almost edible, like cherries & vanilla!
@Jantonvid3 жыл бұрын
Otterwax boot oil worked extremely well on my Higgins mill cxl. Tried it on a small part and it looked awesome
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Good to know! A ton of products work perfectly well on CXL, we could have used any of them but decided to go with the classic VSC.
@matttherrien96082 жыл бұрын
@@Stridewise what about the Horween Cavalier? Saphir or Venetian for conditioning only as its mill dyed.
@K8TO883 жыл бұрын
Great Collaboration..... thanks gents.... Happy New Year
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Same to you!
@apilkey2 жыл бұрын
@@Stridewise Would you use the exact same process and cleaners, creams and conditioners for Shell Cordovan Boots?
@FuturePerfectContinuous Жыл бұрын
Two legends on one Channel!
@Stridewise Жыл бұрын
Eyyy
@MattieXMoto2 жыл бұрын
The face he makes when the saddle soap hits the boot is priceless. Its like watching a doctor operating on his child.
@49rick493 жыл бұрын
this was such a fun video. have loved your videos for sometime now, and this was a nice surprise. when i saw the post with you and weston i was pretty hyped. cant wait for the trent and heath one too!
@christianarvelo33303 жыл бұрын
Nice collab. Fan of both channels.
@KTG3086 ай бұрын
Try applying petroleum jelly after cleaning the leather with a brush. Works wonders.
@stephenabm7779 Жыл бұрын
I use Black Rock leather treatment for conditioning, and it works well. I also have been using Tarrago shoe cream but don't know which shoe polish would work best. However, I like Tarrago shoe cream, which appears to do the job, and I have been happy with it.
@shaynelaw96293 жыл бұрын
Great collab! Two of my favorite KZfaqrs! Thanks guys!
@Ray03595 Жыл бұрын
just clean my Alden's with this guide, thank you!
@jimmydgrant3 жыл бұрын
I think the dark scuffs on the inside of the heel comes from the outsole of the other boot rubbing against it. My are covered in it and it’s pretty annoying.
@stevenroche98742 жыл бұрын
Soak your dauber brush in a solvent ( I use Xylene) soon after using shoe polish, then follow up with a paper towel wiping off. Next, wash the dauber with hot water and dish soap. Works with horsehair buffing brushes as well. Brushes stay in like new condition!
@ThaGreatestAlexander Жыл бұрын
xylene is hardcore AF lol
@kit27703 жыл бұрын
So this question isn't about Chromexcel but it is about leather care products. What's the difference between leather conditioners and leather creams? I kinda thought I knew but now I'm not so sure.
@fullmetalroyal12163 жыл бұрын
I think the conditioner just keeps the leather conditioned lol but the cream adds a layer of protection while also conditioning but im not entirely sure
@jibranakram5423 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Once again a very informative and detailed video. Appreciate it!!!
@callunas3 жыл бұрын
Did you ever find a solution to the deep scuffs that look darker than the rest of the leather after conditioning? I have the same problem with my chromexcel boots, but it's more severe than the ones in the video.
@rockon21ful3 жыл бұрын
Great info & cool to see Weston. Stridewise & Nick are the go to channel for boots and other personal gear and for the life of me can’t understand why the channel doesn’t have a bigger following‼️🤔 Hopefully with having other KZfaq creators the channel will grow and viewers can see what great content is coming from Stridewise💼🥾😷👍
@Kudusole3 жыл бұрын
My two favorite channels to watch 🙏
@momo-hs5jn3 жыл бұрын
rumors are weston is still sitting with that boot waiting for that stain to align...
@mirghulammustafa43262 жыл бұрын
Pls guide me that 1) How to make conditioner for leather shoes? 2) how to make soap like saddle soap for cleaning leather shoes? Because there is no available saddle soap in my city. 3) How to remove polish from leather shoe. Thanks
@misterdanielo32813 жыл бұрын
Great video! I'm glad I can use this as a reference
@user-cf4eb4is2d3 жыл бұрын
I like to use running water to fully take out the saddle soap.
@aceshimizu19413 жыл бұрын
Loved the content, btw after putting the shoe cream , how do i waterproof that kind of leather? By using a waterproofing spray?
@bigstraz3 жыл бұрын
Happy for you Nick, making moves!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks Big Straz
@brunonjezic62082 жыл бұрын
13:48 i thought he drunk conditioner like coffee. I was stunned!
@mikewao22953 жыл бұрын
nick and weston, I live in a hot and humid place. Anyway video on how to care for insole leathers?(red wing, whites, etc.)
@BobbyCoolBreeze2 жыл бұрын
I plan on buying a pair of Alden 403’s Should I condition them right away as soon as I get them or should I wear them for a bit? Ive been doing some research on several types of creams like Venetian balm. Your Chanel has been very helpful in learning more about these boots thanks
@zambonidriver993 жыл бұрын
Thought for a moment you are drinking the conditioner ...🤣 Great video , thank you both
@davidpielykh39963 жыл бұрын
Same xD
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Oh right, with the 'cheers' moment, haha
@paulroumantzas7073 жыл бұрын
Love that you guys did a video together! Quick question: so I do what you guys did with my Thursday Captains (brown) but the boots end up feeling almost “sticky”ish after I apply Venetian Leather Balm...is that different from Venetian Shoe Cream? Did I mess up?
@bravobear18443 жыл бұрын
I have Thursday’s in brown and have used Venetian cream and have gotten that sticky feeling also. What I have done is I rarely condition them (mine don’t even need a lot) after a few brushes they r pretty shiny. But if I want a lot of shine I just use one thin coat of hard wax polish for like dress shoes. I’m also meaning to try mink oil as its very thin and conditions the leather but dries off real quick. The main thing I found is to let whatever polish/condition to really dry, then brush. Sometimes takes days for me.
@istoikiskeptik3 жыл бұрын
Great video again Nick. Thanks for featuring one of my favorite leather experts!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! I've got another video or two with him coming out
@lliameasterbrook66343 жыл бұрын
Get some Canada West Moorby boots in for review. Small company, great value. Cheers.
@kit27703 жыл бұрын
Great vid. A surprise collaboration and I learned a couple things. 👌
@Darksider803 жыл бұрын
because of your collaboration.. i end up 5 pair of Japanese jeans and 2 pairs of red wing boots in 2 month.. its all your fault.. LOL
@CallsignArchangel Жыл бұрын
what cleaner would you recommend for this leather then? what about something like Leather Honey cleaner? it gets diluted and sprayed on.
@ttop643 жыл бұрын
Okay . Now we need to have a collab video with Trenton & Heath . Also how about a video sometime on Corcoran jump boots ?
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
I already filmed collabs with them haha, keep an eye out
@Terrigan_Reina3 жыл бұрын
O, Nick is talking about Chromexcel again. :p
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Hopefully this is the last time, all future videos wit CX I'll just direct to this one!
@michaelguerrero71963 жыл бұрын
Great vid as always. Can I use the same technique on Thursday Chrome? Also, it would be great if you could make a video comparison between Venetian leather balm and Venetian Leather cream. Thanks for the great content.
@1979augistine3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video thanks for the tips
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
No problem 👍
@Raguvian3 жыл бұрын
I love this collab
@justinpatrickhoffman3 жыл бұрын
Dynamic duo!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
I'm Boy Wonder
@aceaustralian3 жыл бұрын
Great informative video
@steveeab23643 жыл бұрын
Great to see you in my backyard! Superb collaboration. I hope to be able to stay away from saddle soap if I can help it.
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
It's very effective, but its power must be respected!
@EDHBlvd3 жыл бұрын
A Doc Martin’s owner disliked this video.
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
That bastard
@EDHBlvd3 жыл бұрын
@@Stridewise 🤣
@matttherrien96082 жыл бұрын
My Docs are CXL and I approve this video. lol
@chaledadams5883 Жыл бұрын
3:40 you really did it 🤣
@davidcao_don6 ай бұрын
@@matttherrien9608cxl doc that’s crzy
@krisjonesuk3 жыл бұрын
I’d be inclined to use a protector in addition to the conditioner. I suspect Saphir’s Grease would be a good option for ChromExel. You could also use a shoe cream to cover the scuffs more effectively before the protector. Saphir do a handy colour chart that has holes punched through the swatches so you can more closely choose the correct product for your leather.
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Yes a protector is an optional third step. This video was already too long, but a polish an be a good step for extra weatherproofing. Silicon sprays etc I'm not such a fan of, but that's just me.
@1k1ngst0n2 жыл бұрын
Great Video. I've been wearing my brown CXL boots for a while and they are soft and comfy but the brown cxl is kind of boring. flat color and no real patina. My non-cxl boots seem to age better over time with more character. Wonder what you think about that?
@fullmetalroyal12163 жыл бұрын
Watching you two I was just hearing the song bromance in the background haha give it a listen nick!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Bahaha
@matttherrien96082 жыл бұрын
It was the acoustic theme of "Brokeback" for me. Nick would defiantly be on the receiving end. lol
@TeslaRules18563 ай бұрын
What about Saphir Oiled Leather products including neutral and colored.
@michaeld26623 жыл бұрын
Just got a new pair of Alden Indy Chromexcel boots. Do you recommend any treatment before wearing them? Love the vids.
@frankrizzo71853 жыл бұрын
Great to see you guys collaborate! One nit pick suggestion, avoid paper towels, they can have sharp wood pieces- old cotton t shirt or towels are ideal. Thanks to you both!
@johnjonesjr78833 жыл бұрын
Great work
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Thank you John! Cheers!
@gordonmartin21693 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@fabioray32142 жыл бұрын
Thankss for the guide
@ringaleavo5 күн бұрын
I cry every time Weaton cuts a boot in half
@mattblair22243 жыл бұрын
great stuff boys
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt!
@Ferien73 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Is there a way to clean and condition the chromexcel leather so that it’s not as shiny after the fact? I prefer a more matte, casual finish to the leather.
I have No.8 Chromexcel sneaker and find them to be a little too dark. I would really like to get brighten them up and get some luster. Can someone tell me if and how that is possible? Thanks!
@davidharris87973 жыл бұрын
I hard to lighten them up but you can polish them nice
@kristianpeterson25712 жыл бұрын
Great stuff! I have heard, and I used to polish my new shoes as soon as I got them home. To add an extra layer of protection, or whatever. However, I just ordered a pair of the Thursday Vanguard Indigo boots, with that gorgeous exclusive Horween Chromexcel Indgo leather. I love that black/blue color. Do you think I should polish them when they arrive? Or should I just wear them?
@Stridewise2 жыл бұрын
Just wear them Kristian, they get oiled and waxed at the factory. Enjoy them!
@kristianpeterson25712 жыл бұрын
@@Stridewise I surely will. Thanks!
@scuba_tron53323 жыл бұрын
Is there any reason why you would choose yellow saddle soap over white?
@walterblack6663 жыл бұрын
Great video
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the visit, Walter!
@austinjohnson39772 жыл бұрын
the employee at allen edmonds told me to apply saddle soap with a cloth and not a brush, does it really make a difference?
@Areayeyooel3 жыл бұрын
What about Full grain leather? Is there a different cleaning process and conditioner to use for that? I have a pair of black Oxford Bennet's and have had trouble finding cleaning and conditioning advice that I'm comfortable using.
@thesharpercoder3 жыл бұрын
Hey, guys. Is there any way to clean a horse hair brush? How would I clean that “black shoe polish” applicator brush, for example?
@AJ_AMDG_903 жыл бұрын
I used Saddle Soap on some stubborn stains but it ended up penetrating too deeply and took alot of the darker brown color out of the shoe. Is there anyway to get that color back?
@830cesar3 жыл бұрын
I spilled avocado oil all over my new boots, I can’t seem to be able to remove with just saddle soap. Any recommendations?
@keenobservations30503 жыл бұрын
Good job guys... Love both your channels but slightly disturbed by the destruction of all the boots by Rose Anvil lol
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
He's a monster
@TylerSnyder3053 жыл бұрын
I have this fluffy furry thing with a handle on each end I use that blends scratches really well on even my thorogood 4364's, but I have no clue what it's called nor can I find it. My dad gave it to me out of his bootcare kit from his ARMY days, it's about 40 years old at this point and the furry fibers are starting to come off. I use it every single day and I'd like to replace it but I just cannot identify the thing . I have no clue if it was issued to him or if he bought it at the PX
@CorazonDeCristoCano3 жыл бұрын
A picture would be helpful if you can manage it. Share it from a google docs link and maybe someone could identify it.
@TylerSnyder3053 жыл бұрын
@@CorazonDeCristoCano Turns out it's a Bolero lambs wool shoe buffer, found one NOS on Ebay and scooped it up ASAP. it's like a lambswool buffing pad but it's about 16" long with a handle on each end, you use it back and forth like a buffing rag. I'm guessing it was a unique product to Bolero.
@CorazonDeCristoCano3 жыл бұрын
@@TylerSnyder305 Nice find. Thanks for sharing!
@BJyelhsA3 жыл бұрын
Great video and well timed as I just bought a couple of pairs of Chromexcel Dr Martens for Christmas. I'm struggling to find Venetian shoe cream in the UK though. Anyone got suggestions?
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful Ashley! I'm not sure what conditioners are available in the UK. I think Saphir shouldn't be too hard to find, you can also use Otter Wax Boot Oil, Smith's Leather Balm, Armstrong's All Natural, Bick 4, the list goes on. Maybe cal a local cobbler?
@BJyelhsA3 жыл бұрын
@@Stridewise many thanks. I'll Google those and see which I can find.
@conductorcammon3 жыл бұрын
I use Bag Balm....seems to work.
@MegaRizm2 жыл бұрын
Is it the same leather that is often used in Boat shoes?
@Jj-zy4xe3 жыл бұрын
Are these boots good for winter?
@gqfiend3 жыл бұрын
Lather, Weston. Lather is the word that is lost in your head somewhere.
@mazhermuneer10973 жыл бұрын
I have a tin of kiwi saddle soap that I bought for an old baseball glove. Would it be terrible to use on cxl boots?
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
No, Kiwi's saddle soap is totally fine - use it the same way!
@OgreKingMongrel3 жыл бұрын
Hey - What brush did you guys use?
@aptrendz18152 жыл бұрын
No need to spray it with waterproofing?
@american_psycho11473 жыл бұрын
Anything specific to know about black CLX as the black is just a very thin finish on top versus the brown or natural ones. Is the care still the same?
@matttherrien96082 жыл бұрын
I don't know about at but mine are Cavalier CLX. It's drum dyed through the entire thickness.
@tteot1wph3 жыл бұрын
nice!
@BlackForestAnbu3 жыл бұрын
Can i use red wing leather cream neatsfoot oil blend on Chromexel leather?
@Skruch863 жыл бұрын
Do not use that on cxl
@freddieslaughter11072 жыл бұрын
Can you change the color of the Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill boots?
@Stridewise2 жыл бұрын
you can darken them easily, you can't lighten them
@freddieslaughter11072 жыл бұрын
@@Stridewise I want to dye my tan boots to burgundy
@joellambert52453 жыл бұрын
I have an old pair of "crazy horse" docs, can't find much info on cleaning. Is this info good for any oily leather?
@krisjonesuk3 жыл бұрын
Yes. I have hiking boots in crazy horse, which like ChromExel is an oiled and waxed leather. Personally I use Saphir Creme for Oiled Leather to condition. I finish with a dubbin to protect.
@joellambert52453 жыл бұрын
@@krisjonesuk much appreciated sir!
@fredseekingbibleturth3 жыл бұрын
It is interesting that I heard of Rose Anvil but not you. My apologies, forgive me for not seeing your channel until I just watched you on another channel I forget the name as it is new for me. Potters and sons or something. They do shoe resole videos. :)
@Stridewise3 жыл бұрын
Yeah man, Trenton & Heath! Great guys. I've got a couple of videos with them coming out as well
@Elazarko2 жыл бұрын
What are these two brown boots used here in the video?
@Stridewise2 жыл бұрын
Parkhurst's Delaware boot. Not sure if they still sell it and they're out of stock for just about everything but: www.parkhurstbrand.com
@MrPESensation Жыл бұрын
They look like Wolverine 1000 mile boots. The boot laces are a dead giveaway.