People like this guy are rare. This is someone who really loves what he does - he's passionate, upbeat, knowledgable, and he's got a great sense of humour. You, Mike WIlson, are an absolute boss, and my hat is off to you sir.
+DCM562 There's something so deeply admirable about someone who is at an artisan level in their craft. His actions are so practiced and smooth it makes you almost forget he's shining a shoe.
Old school shoe shine - the kind of shine done in the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Always enjoyed having my shoes shined by someone like this. Not just a skill, but a talent and profession. Well done!!!
Part shoe shine, part entertainer, all professional! It's so hard these days to find someone that really masters their craft, glad to see there are still some people that take pride in what they do.
Thank you for this helpful video. I am a shiner at DFW Airport and since watching your video with your shoe shining tips, my tips from my customers have almost doubled than what I used to receive! There is a big difference applying polish by hand than with gloves or other applicators. The spraying of the brushes with water works wonders for me as well! Thanks again and much success in your business! :-)
Well Frank, it creates friction which heats up the polish kind of like the old military way of setting the polish on fire. The friction heats up the polish which melts into the shoe creating a higher gloss when you brush it out. Another thing, you have a bit more control of where you want the polish to go and where you don't want it to go.then using applicators, brushes, sponges etc.Also on hard to match color shoes, you can put some polish on your hands and see if it matches. You can also show it to the customer as well before you apply it. Remember, if you start out lighter, you can always go darker but if you can never lighten once you started dark. The most important thing though and I think Mike will say this as well, you will use less polish. That way there's less brushing out. The customer can see the results instantly too and there's far less waste of polish. You can use gloves but I like to actually get the feel of the leather when I am applying the polish. I also use my hands to apply conditioner as well. Do not use your hands though if you are using petroleum based polishes such as Kiwi though. Hope this was helpful! :-)
Many customers don't have the time for you to remove shoe laces. The only time I ever do is if the customer requests it or I notice that the tongue is getting very discolored. Anyway you polish around the laces. Another reason for using your hands when applying versus sponges, applicators etc.
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P Sch Jr Absolutely excellent and amazing comments!!! I had no clue Kiwi products were petroleum-based. Thanks a lot for educating me on this! May I please ask your recommendation on the best polish products?
Whenever I watch this video it makes me wanna go to sleep the soothing Jazz in the background and how he polishes the shoes and how he works the towel it makes me wanna sleep!!!!!!!!!! Kinda like when I used to watch Bob Ross paint it would make me sleepy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This guy... is the Pinacle of Shoe Shine mastery. Some agree or disagree with wearing gloves, but his attitude and conviction, and the force of his opinion shows the passion which he do his work.
I mean considering Jason's bio, it's very possible he met and learned from Mike a few months prior to making his own channel. With that being said, there's always been a "friendly rivalry" between them so if he IS talking about Jason then you gotta imagine it's all in good fun.
Now here is a man with love for his craft. If only more people would show this level of passion for their work, no matter what that work may be. It would improve the quallity of life overall :)
*A very relaxing video.* *Mr Wilson seems pleasant, knowledgeable, & an excellent conversationalist. I would certainly patronize his business @____________________@*
The art of the shine. It is a pleasure to watch a craftsman work at something he or she loves. And I feel this man loves the shine. A true pleasure to watch and learn. Thank you.
hey mike, I was a shoe shine boy when I was 8, had a cedar wood box, worked a bar, for 25 cents, a coke & bag of chips in Pottstown PA, original home of Kiwi shoe polish, & could "snap the rag". good job brother. I am 66 now.
this is a very impressive video to watch from a talented master gentleman showing a step by step instructional teaching lesson presentation on how to shine shoes the correct way.
Thanks for the great shine today. Was great getting to meet you coming all the way from Texas. My coworker also enjoyed getting his first ever shoe shine.
The negative comments are probably from people who never owned shoes worthy of being shined and maintained. We live in a disposable society I'm afraid. Here is a man who obviously takes pride in his work - black, white...whatever... We need more people like him no matter what the profession.
great video . . . you sir are a hard worker and a real example of what someone who takes pride in what they do, doing a 100% job :-) not to many ppl these days take pride in their work . . . Thank you for this awesome video & may GOD bless !!! p.s could u do a video on how to shine up cowboy boots
Can u please do a tutorial on how to care for crocodile shoes? i have a pair of black, and brown. They aren't worn much, but I love them, and want to keep the lasting a long time. God bless, my man you take great pride in what u do, as every man in life should!
I'm bringing my Cordovans to Mr. Wilson - no one around my area can quite get them right. I live close to an AFB and they bunged them up. Coming to see you Mike!
Legendary!! Mr. Wilson should consider a short visit to Seattle so we on the west side of the Cascade's could experience his talented gift! Waiting to hear about the "Wilson Road Show 2013!!"
I like your rag and brush action, especially the rhythm of your popping. awesome shine. must say I personally like the young guy with the gloves as he does great. no need to hate on him.
People like this guy are rare. This is someone who really loves what he does - he's passionate, upbeat, knowledgable, and he's got a great sense of humour. You, Mike WIlson, are an absolute boss, and my hat is off to you sir.
And he was clearly sick, with a cold or something similar. Imagine if he was 100% good.
This man is the "Baba" of shoe shiners. He's sooo enthusiastic about his work and loves it!!!
Funny how " Baba " means old woman in Russia
Anonymous we're not speaking russian now are we!?
I was just pointing out something
Anonymous Aww.. Ok I am sorry :(
nikemac84 Baba: "..so, I´m putting together a team!"
Pay attention kids this is what pride in your work looks like.
+DCM562 There's something so deeply admirable about someone who is at an artisan level in their craft. His actions are so practiced and smooth it makes you almost forget he's shining a shoe.
+meteda1070 I couldn't have said it any better.
yea to all the white folks.
your statement was eloquently put .
Blacks are the racist ones..
I felt this wave of relaxation wash over me as I watched the master at his craft.
+Doobie Doo you don't understand how much i relate to you rn.
ASMR, look it up!
+U238 Unintentional ASMR for stuff like this, at least. All the intentional stuff does nothing for me because it isn't genuine.
+oAirehko ayyy I thought that was just me. If it has ASMR in the title, I can't watch it
Try, chiropractic adjustments, Indian head massages, and straight razor shaves.
Old school shoe shine - the kind of shine done in the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Always enjoyed having my shoes shined by someone like this. Not just a skill, but a talent and profession. Well done!!!
Part shoe shine, part entertainer, all professional!
It's so hard these days to find someone that really masters their craft, glad to see there are still some people that take pride in what they do.
Nice bike 🏍
I love to see a man who takes pride in his craft and isn't just chasing checks and prestige like so many others today.
Thank you for this helpful video. I am a shiner at DFW Airport and since watching your video with your shoe shining tips, my tips from my customers have almost doubled than what I used to receive! There is a big difference applying polish by hand than with gloves or other applicators. The spraying of the brushes with water works wonders for me as well! Thanks again and much success in your business! :-)
P Sch Jr how exactly does it make it better? Please explain
Well Frank, it creates friction which heats up the polish kind of like the old military way of setting the polish on fire. The friction heats up the polish which melts into the shoe creating a higher gloss when you brush it out. Another thing, you have a bit more control of where you want the polish to go and where you don't want it to go.then using applicators, brushes, sponges etc.Also on hard to match color shoes, you can put some polish on your hands and see if it matches. You can also show it to the customer as well before you apply it. Remember, if you start out lighter, you can always go darker but if you can never lighten once you started dark. The most important thing though and I think Mike will say this as well, you will use less polish. That way there's less brushing out. The customer can see the results instantly too and there's far less waste of polish. You can use gloves but I like to actually get the feel of the leather when I am applying the polish. I also use my hands to apply conditioner as well. Do not use your hands though if you are using petroleum based polishes such as Kiwi though. Hope this was helpful! :-)
P Sch Jr it was thank you... May I ask one more question? How come he doesn't take off the shoe laces? Wouldn't the polish ruin the laces?
Many customers don't have the time for you to remove shoe laces. The only time I ever do is if the customer requests it or I notice that the tongue is getting very discolored. Anyway you polish around the laces. Another reason for using your hands when applying versus sponges, applicators etc.
P Sch Jr Absolutely excellent and amazing comments!!! I had no clue Kiwi products were petroleum-based. Thanks a lot for educating me on this! May I please ask your recommendation on the best polish products?
This guy, like, seriously needs to get his own TV show.
Whenever I watch this video it makes me wanna go to sleep the soothing Jazz in the background and how he polishes the shoes and how he works the towel it makes me wanna sleep!!!!!!!!!! Kinda like when I used to watch Bob Ross paint it would make me sleepy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So cool. Master at work. When someone’s good at something. They just are good and it is undeniable
The world needs more people like this guy!
Videos like these is what youtube should be about not sitting and talk like a human radio all day.
bless him, hes so happy with his career
Nice pool 🏊
I don't know what he thinks of his career. He's just happy to do his work and earn his living.
This guy is no joke he got into making music while shoe shining much respect
This guy... is the Pinacle of Shoe Shine mastery.
Some agree or disagree with wearing gloves, but his attitude and conviction, and the force of his opinion shows the passion which he do his work.
I think the only time you wear gloves is if you have sensitive skin or you have cuts or wound in your hands
Fanboys calm down. He's not talking about Dornstar. This video was uploaded March 2012. Dornstar's channel wasn't even created until July 2012.
This guy is way better than Dornstar
Who the fuck is dornstar? Are there really shoe shine Wars on TH-cam? 😂
@@desperadogoingdark2847 yes lol
@@desperadogoingdark2847 a long time ago in a galaxy far far away.......Shoe Shine, A New Hope
I mean considering Jason's bio, it's very possible he met and learned from Mike a few months prior to making his own channel. With that being said, there's always been a "friendly rivalry" between them so if he IS talking about Jason then you gotta imagine it's all in good fun.
Mr. Wilson is an unusual American - he actually takes pride in his craft and is willing to explain how he does it. Well done vid!
Now here is a man with love for his craft. If only more people would show this level of passion for their work, no matter what that work may be. It would improve the quallity of life overall :)
this guy is really dedicated to making his clients shoes nice.. the best ive seen so far in youtube
Loved the tap dance, classy as can be. Hope this guy makes good money for his craft.
Mr. Mike Wilson you're a true master of your craft. Very well done.
Not only does Mike do a great job shining shoes he is even a better man. Getting a shine from Mike is a thing of beauty.
*A very relaxing video.*
*Mr Wilson seems pleasant, knowledgeable, & an excellent conversationalist. I would certainly patronize his business @____________________@*
The art of the shine. It is a pleasure to watch a craftsman work at something he or she loves. And I feel this man loves the shine. A true pleasure to watch and learn. Thank you.
WOW!! This man should have his own company with employee so he can teach the younger generation of his craft BRAVO you’re amazing! 🤩
I completely respect this trade and all the good hard working trades people that go along with it.
Your a great American I miss hard working individuals who actually take pride in theyre jobs. God bless you man nice shoes too
Same thing I was thinking. There's a real old school feel to his work. awesome!
I hope all is going well with both parties still! It’s cool to see someone with genuine passion for what they do.
hey mike, I was a shoe shine boy when I was 8, had a cedar wood box, worked a bar, for 25 cents, a coke & bag of chips in Pottstown PA, original home of Kiwi shoe polish, & could "snap the rag". good job brother. I am 66 now.
this is a very impressive video to watch from a talented master gentleman showing a step by step instructional teaching lesson presentation on how to shine shoes the correct way.
Something about these videos. Chiropractic adjustments, head massages, and straight razor shaves. Gives me the tingles.
This right here is therapeutic.
Thanks for the great shine today. Was great getting to meet you coming all the way from Texas. My coworker also enjoyed getting his first ever shoe shine.
This gentleman is a master at his craft, amazing to watch!
This guy is AMAZING!!!!! Thank you very much for creating this video!!!
Regardless of craft, I love to see a master at work.
WOW AMAZING SHINE SR. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK! A TRUE AMERICAN ICON! !
10:25 straight up genius.
Ugh that almost brought me to tears.
Pure Art. Better than watching a car getting clean period
Love the slaping of the rag.Wow what a shine.
A master of two arts: the art of shoe shining and the art of conversation.
Master of conversation? Ok then.
It adds to the cozy atmosphere, you're right.
Genius! It's so refreshing to see someone so passionate about what they do & PREACHING it! Hehe!
Beautiful Works Brother Mike Wilson. You Know Your Game. Tell The haters To Stay Out The Game. I'm With You on the without The Gloves.
I love watching Mike's videos it relaxes me and I learn
+Jeremy Williams
It's called ASMR, at least this one is pretty much unintentional.
Thank you Mr. Wilson quite educational, I liked the double brush action; have a nice day. Thanks for sharing.
I would pay a decent amount of cash to get this in HD, seriously.
It’s like a foot massage and great personal interaction
I don't even treat the skin on my body this well damm
Mike Wilson seems like he'd be a great guy to have a beer with.
a great shine, comes from a great guy like him. he puts his soul into it.
The negative comments are probably from people who never owned shoes worthy of being shined and maintained. We live in a disposable society I'm afraid. Here is a man who obviously takes pride in his work - black, white...whatever... We need more people like him no matter what the profession.
He did make those shoes look amazing, and his skill set is definitely top notch.
great video . . . you sir are a hard worker and a real example of what someone who takes pride in what they do, doing a 100% job :-) not to many ppl these days take pride in their work . . . Thank you for this awesome video & may GOD bless !!! p.s could u do a video on how to shine up cowboy boots
Adding shoe shine from Mike Wilson to my bucket list.
This guy is awesome! I would love to visit him, and get that killer shine.
Could watch this all day. A real expert at work.
that was one masterclass by the master!
Joy in every stroke. Thank you
That may be the best shoe shine I have seen on TH-cam. Excellent work. I wish you were located in N.Y.C.
Thank you Mike. Well done sir!
Man this is so awesome I don't even know why.
This guy would have made an AWESOME character on Boardwalk Empire
Can u please do a tutorial on how to care for crocodile shoes? i have a pair of black, and brown. They aren't worn much, but I love them, and want to keep the lasting a long time. God bless, my man you take great pride in what u do, as every man in life should!
I'm bringing my Cordovans to Mr. Wilson - no one around my area can quite get them right. I live close to an AFB and they bunged them up. Coming to see you Mike!
Legendary!! Mr. Wilson should consider a short visit to Seattle so we on the west side of the Cascade's could experience his talented gift! Waiting to hear about the "Wilson Road Show 2013!!"
Bless you Mike, very talented and awesome.
Old school shoe shining at its finest
It’s soo funny cuz he’s so intent on hating on Jason Dornstar’s ways of shining shoes 🤣🤣🤣
Jason wasn’t even making videos when this video came out just stfu
The world needs more characters like Mike, what a wiley dude!
I always revisit this video from time to time lol
Beautiful job great 👍 color change not just plain and bland and great showmanship.
a true master of his trade, thank you sir.
he knows his shit. Very professional and perfectionist. He deserve good tips for his energy. cheers!
cool video,new subscriber here I like your way of making beats with the towel thats what sets u part from everyone else, plus u know what's up 😁
I like your rag and brush action, especially the rhythm of your popping. awesome shine. must say I personally like the young guy with the gloves as he does great. no need to hate on him.
great looking shoes that man has on...love how shoes tend to mold around the shape of a man's foot, great pointed toe..and What a shine
I like this guy, U know he had a good talent n he has a good American dream, doing a good to your shoes. good job man.
I'm happy for him, it seems like he really enjoy his job.
I like this guy, U know he has a good talent n he has a good American dream. good job Man
i so much love this guy he made my day, for real.
Outstanding standing gentleman.
Best video for shoe shine
This man ain't nothing but the truth.
Fun and fantastic craftsman. GR8 Job Mike! I get to Spokane, I'm looking you up and bringing a few pairs!
You can tell hes a very humble and a wise man.
Shoe shine OG . In the old days when everyone wore shoes they was highly respected
if I was in that chair. I'd be fast asleep, this is relaxing just to watch lol
Hard worker.
I don't even own a pair that needs polished BUT if I did the personal touch and care is almost gone in this country .I would sing with you sir.
Thank you Mr. Wilson!
What a beautiful job! What a workout.
This guy is awesome. I love the beat hi kicks with the rag.
Sir . You are so great. Please keep it up.
This dude is great at his work
Mike....You are ready for prime time.
This man needs to be in my entourage and work as the designated shoe shiner along side with the blunt roller.
i camehere from watching jason dornstar he speaks volumes about the legendary mike wilson
Black men can put soul in everything that they do! Did you hear that rag pop?
those shoes are amazing...AND BIG !!