Would Mink oil soften new boots to help break them in? There not wide enough, I wish to stretch them out a bit.
280771
Yes, mink oil WILL HELP BREAK THEM IN. Put a lot on, let them sit in the sun for hours, wipe excess off and wear. You might repeat the process a couple more times
280772
No, not really. The best thing to do is to buy shoe trees (wood, if possible) and stretch the leather a small bit at a time.
196891
Start by fitting the rubber grip over the toe portion of your boots.Pull hard to stretch the rubber beyond the heel of the boots and pull up over the heel. They wont break when you stretch them and the stretch will insure a tight fit.
1642517
I couldn't get them to expand very much at all. I have open toed shoes too, and tried to stretch the area at the base of my toes. The stretcher wouldn't even expand enough to touch that part of the shoe...didn't work for me at all.
1548483
My husband suggests on an as-needed-basis. The more you are outin the cold water/ice, the more often you should treat the boots.
795030
I don't know about "permanent" but can say that after 6 months I have not had to re-stretch my boots or her shoes. Provided you do not saturate the leather with excessive moisture (ie: submerse them in water for extended periods of time) the leather should retain the new stretched dimensions. Well worth the money for the ease of loosening your shoes. Just remember to use a good quality stretching device and follow the directions on the can. Good luck with your outcome.
1606018
reach down into your boot may need shoe stretcher stuff and flex your wrist and knuckles up to insert. Hope that helps.
229942
You could use any kind of hand cream to soften the leather. Apply 3-4 times within 2-3 days. Cream should be applied 3 minutes before wearing them. I learned this trick from a pro. :)
990391
i would say yes to the suede boots. use two or three coats and allow to dry thoroughly. it will look darker at first, but after about a day they will return to original color!
1027708
I did. I put in what I could fit and then the rest when the oil was low enough. I know for sure it can't hurt and it's not that expensive. I bought extra bottles in case I need them but so far I haven't. Hope this helps you. Ami.
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Just remove the previous tips and push theses ones on. It may require some crutching around to get them all the way on :)
1997737
it will darken your boots a little, it probably takes the place of the oil since you need to heat the boots up so that it will absorb the wax, it did soften the leather and if you work in mud like I do, the mud does absorb the wax and it will need to be reapplied every month or two
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I am not sure about this one. I would try putting the inserts in the boots overnight or for a few days to see if the inserts will absorb any odor.
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Hey Tim Wouldn't have thought so, but I just tried it and my XLs work on a size 13 Sorel boot... It is a wicked stretch, though, and one might be concerned about stress points where the steel attaches to the rubber.
472156
I am not familiar with these boots. If they are "rough-outs", no. Otherwise, just follow Nicole's caution.
1888497
There is no way to truly water proof your boots, other than dipping them in industrial-grade rubber.This oil is for conditioning leather- to add moister to a non-synthetic product, giving it a longer life. It's not meant to seal.
285706
It would be like applying grease or a thick polish. Use a hair dryer and warm the shoe and apply by rubbing in . Then wipe off excess.
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I received the mentioned can. When I went to use it the can appeared filled with fluid. However there was no propellant (gas) in the can to get out the fluid I tossed the can went to Shoe Carnival & bought leather stretcher in a pump spray which worked fine. I personally DO NOT think I would use these products on furry lined boots. A shoe shop might have a mechanical boot stretcher that would word better. Hopes this helps you out.