Saw a recent thing that said the reason for “dad jokes” is that with experience, comes the discovery that laughing is important, it’s not important why we laugh, just that we laugh. Merry Christmas Steve, catch you on the flip side.
Vasque Sundowners. Vintage no less. For the old school hiker, these are comparable to vintage Florsheim Imperials. Thank you Steve for showcasing this, a real treat! Thumbs way up!
Hiking boots are very fashionable nowadays but I used to use similar boots for actual mountain climbing back in the 1980s. In the 1990s the construction of this sort of boots started to change to cemented construction with integrated polyurethane midsoles which added more cushioning and allowed Goretex booties to be added to the linings (of dubious value). This also allowed more sophisticated technical features to be added which allowed the boots to be more flexible for walking but still very stiff laterally for support. Plus features such as reinforced lips that allowed you to use step-in-crampons for the more rigid winter boots. The main advantage though was that these newer boots allowed easier break-in which is more popular for the consumer brought up wearing trainers. Some of these cemented construction boots are still resoleable though usually only by specialist shoe repairers or the factory themselves. European companies like Meindl and Zamberlan still use Veldtschoen or similar construction for a few of their models but most of their ranges are made with the modern techniques.
@@gnarl12 Alico Summit are still made the old school way in a small family owned factory nestled in the mountains of Caerano di San Marco, Italy. I like them so much I bought two pairs, one pair are brand new unworn they've been in my closet on standby for 10 years while I've been trying to wear out the first pair I bought a decade ago 😂. Single piece leather upper one seam, besides the collar and the tongue. 2.8mm oil tan full grain leather Norwegian welted on a hold-fast Hand lasted construction Fully calfskin lined Leather / nylon midsole Vibram Montagna outsole They are heavy over 4 lb a piece and a complete bear to break in but so worth it after that process is over 👍. The problem is there's only one store in the US that sells them called the Sierra trading Post and they haven't been in stock for a few months now. 10 years ago I bought two pair on sale for $140 a piece, I'm pretty sure they are about $180 a pair and that is still one heck of a deal👍.
Very nice over haul. The customer is going to love them. I'm completely amazed by and love the work you did to my Danner Mountain Lights here recently. Have a great Holiday break. -B. Mulley
I've had Vasque, Scarpa, and Asolo. Wish I had a shoe repair show near me when I had my Vasque, Asolo, and North Face one piece leather alpine boots. The Scarpa I have I've been rocking since 2004. A good leather alpine boot while a pita to dry when outdoors are super comfy.
Hello Steve. My mother truly enjoys watching your videos. She plays it on the TV, and sits and responds to whatever you say on the video. She sings your praises constantly. Her name is Carolyn. I just wanted to say thank you for making her day better, and you do work very well. I don't know if you'll see this, but if so, enjoy the rest of your week and thank you, again 👍🏾
I dare anyone saying 25 isn't cold to spend a summer in VA, as well. Have a great holiday season and I look forward to seeing more in '22!!! The Very Best to you and your family!!
Had a pair that I got in 1994. Just had to retire them after 30 years and 3 make overs. They were 13 D's and now my foot is closer to 14 EE Donated them to a church that sends shoes and clothes to Mexico. Hope someone is enjoying them now!
"Back in the day when iron men and women wore iron boots". My wife and I both had these boots in the'70s! Heavier than a German jackboot but I loved them!
That machine gave me anxiety, especially when it slowed where the thread broke last time, but then it stopped and I was like ohh man. So glad it worked!
Man, I haven't seen a new video in so long I was getting the shakes from withdrawal.....got my Christmas buzz now. Merry Christmas folks and hope you all have a wonderful new year.
I did enjoyed video but didn't intend to comment till your little talk at the end, straight to the point, be patient and don't be a jerk with a needle. Thanks steve. Being patient in Scotland, merry Christmas.
hey steve ! i just picked up a pair of swiss reichels heavy leather boots at thrift store for 15$!! which brought me back to mr steve love them and loveyour work sir ! great vibes 🎉🎉🎉 godbless
Merry Christmas! Beautiful restoration of those Vasque boots. I have a pair of that same model I purchased back in 1978. They have seen more miles than any other pair of footwear I have owned. They are on their third pair of Vibram soles. I still wear them when I am doing some serious hiking or simply wanting to enjoy boots that I have had for 43 years.
These are hiking boots that Japhy Ryder would be proud of. Really enjoyed watching this one - especially the sewing machine, what a great old fashioned machine that still does a good job.
My brother you have more swag and are way cooler than you give yourself credit for.. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family !!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, crap, Steve. Originally, I was the 2nd comment. 🤔 Oh, well! Merry Christmas to you and your family! I know it's your first Christmas without your brother, but hopefully you all will have good memories to share around the dinner table. Many warm wishes for a happy holiday season! Master Craftsman, indeed!
Hey Steve. You know what is amazing leather treatment for hiking leather? Burts Bees Lip Balm. The kind in the stick. Check out the ingredients. Beeswax, coconut oil, lanolin, sunflower seed oil, peppermint oil, rosemary extract, vitamin E. Just rub it in good and warm the boot a little to soak it in. FYI the beeswax and lanolin are antimicrobial/antifungal and prevent oils from causing rot in the leather. The nice thing about the lip balm is it's super affordable and comes in a convenient stick. Real nice for applying to boots.
Great video as always Steve! “Hey man, it’s 2:44 in the afternoon, why aren’t you answering my question?” 🤦♂️😂. Sounds like “hammer time” to me. Wishing you and your family a safe and happy holiday season!!
Another phenomenal video from the Master !,!!! Those turned out so cool. Loved you sharing about going to your brothers house and having a scarf of his with you. He is with you always.
I have the identical boots. They even have the same soles from a 1980's resole job. I love them and they hold many memories. The down side is they weigh a ton. I now hike in very comfortable light weight new generation hiking shoes. As much as I like my vintage Vasque boots I doubt they'll ever go with me on a long trek. It's like loving a vintage automobile but when you go on a cross county road trip taking your new, safe, quiet, efficient, temperature controlled automobile with heated seats.
I had a pair of vasque's and lost them after almost 40 yrs . After 2 yrs my new ones seem to be holding up well but can't replace the sentimental value of the old ones . Beeswax is the only product I have ever used on my boots .
I wore Vasque Sundowners as my daily footwear from 1983 to around 2002, when they moved production (but not the lasts) to China. Now in 2021 I'm retired and I wear lightweight trail runners every day.
Nice craftsman work, it's a skill that is doomed to dissapear here in Belgium... If tit wasn't for the costs and distance I had send my Meindl Perfect boots over for refurbishment....
When I saw the instagram of these boots I almost commented that I hope I see you Rapid E'ing the Vibrams on and lo and behold, here it is. Beautiful finished product. Something different about just repairing and artisanal craftsmanship rebuild. Thanks! Happy Holidays and an Awesome New Year.
Hi Steve I recall hiking in a pair of vasque boots...those guys were ...heavy..., ! And took some time to break in. But you could lace them up and feel invincible, cover mountainous terrain and walk through streams. Ty for the memories!
Hi Steve!!! I worked for about 30 years in a large shoe industry, in the administrative area, I just saw all the machines that you have in your shoe store there... And I tell you, in my country it's big, no shoemaker has the same amount of machines as you to reform the vintage shoes, leaving them as new.. Wanderful everything i saw, thank you very much. Att: Lauro Elias
because of your videos I"m rebottoming my redwing work boots that where falling apart I'm currently gluing the gemming on the new veg tan leather insoles and going to start the welting process next weekend ive ordered everything online, i even found a cobblers metal last thats the right size so i can do hammer time, just waiting on the cork to come it, I find it very relaxing to do as a hobby
So, unfortunately, I don’t have the knowledge or interest in that amazing work you do, has nothing to do with you…I’m just more of books kind of person, but my husband is a HUGE fan of yours. Your channel is the white noise we fall asleep to a lot of nights because it is a very soothing channel, so thank you for that. Maybe this is far fetched but I wanted to ask if you would be so kind and PLEASE…wish my husband Joseph from Astoria,NY a Happy Birthday. I’m sure it would be a big surprise and blow his mind😁. Anyway, either way…May you and your family have a blessed holiday season and my thoughts go out to you and the family on the loss of your best friend last year but I am happy to know you were able to find him a great home. My husband lost his best friend a few months later and that was his baby, Roscoe, so I’m sure he was able to sympathize with you a lot behind that. We are also expecting our first child together come February, by the Grace of God, a little boy that we are so excited for. I know this has been long enough and just a little story of us😊. Again, have a blessed holiday season.
Merry Christmas to you Steve, the weather here is fine during the day around 24°C. Missing my family in France, stuck here because of closed borders. The world is crasy with this covid. Impatient to here your new plans for next year, all my best wishes to you and your family
Merry Christmas - Keep up the good work ! Best wishes for all your aspirations and plans for elevating your excellence to a new level in 2022 and beyond. May God be with you.
Saw a recent thing that said the reason for “dad jokes” is that with experience, comes the discovery that laughing is important, it’s not important why we laugh, just that we laugh.
Merry Christmas Steve, catch you on the flip side.
Vasque Sundowners. Vintage no less. For the old school hiker, these are comparable to vintage Florsheim Imperials. Thank you Steve for showcasing this, a real treat! Thumbs way up!
Modern Casque are still good though. Have literally worn them to the top of mountains.
In my youth I used this boot for hiking on the east coast. I really liked the way they protect the foot and ankles.
Those aren't sundowners
The jerk needle joke is still funny
Plus there are new people watching hearing it for the first time
Them old vasque boots were bomb proof! We all wore the sundowner in the 80, s.
Steve that jerk needle joke it’s never gonna get old my man keep on using it haha
Finally! We were running out of Bedo’s videos man.
Hiking boots are very fashionable nowadays but I used to use similar boots for actual mountain climbing back in the 1980s. In the 1990s the construction of this sort of boots started to change to cemented construction with integrated polyurethane midsoles which added more cushioning and allowed Goretex booties to be added to the linings (of dubious value). This also allowed more sophisticated technical features to be added which allowed the boots to be more flexible for walking but still very stiff laterally for support. Plus features such as reinforced lips that allowed you to use step-in-crampons for the more rigid winter boots. The main advantage though was that these newer boots allowed easier break-in which is more popular for the consumer brought up wearing trainers.
Some of these cemented construction boots are still resoleable though usually only by specialist shoe repairers or the factory themselves.
European companies like Meindl and Zamberlan still use Veldtschoen or similar construction for a few of their models but most of their ranges are made with the modern techniques.
Yep VERY few hiking boots are resoleable these days
@@gnarl12 Alico Summit are still made the old school way in a small family owned factory nestled in the mountains of Caerano di San Marco, Italy.
I like them so much I bought two pairs, one pair are brand new unworn they've been in my closet on standby for 10 years while I've been trying to wear out the first pair I bought a decade ago 😂.
Single piece leather upper one seam, besides the collar and the tongue.
2.8mm oil tan full grain leather
Norwegian welted on a hold-fast
Hand lasted construction
Fully calfskin lined
Leather / nylon midsole
Vibram Montagna outsole
They are heavy over 4 lb a piece and a complete bear to break in but so worth it after that process is over 👍.
The problem is there's only one store in the US that sells them called the Sierra trading Post and they haven't been in stock for a few months now.
10 years ago I bought two pair on sale for $140 a piece, I'm pretty sure they are about $180 a pair and that is still one heck of a deal👍.
Oh, Have a merry Christmas!! //Lars
Like my first ever hiking boots, 1974, but Gorgeous now~~!
I have no life, l need more shoe repair videos. I didnt realise how much went into repairing shoes.HAPPY HOLIDAYS
The man has dad-jokes. HAHAHA. I love it.
Oh that midsole separation was satisfying
🤩 wow, double stitching through a lug sole?!! 🤯 They look gorgeous.
Actually just one stitch with the lug sole
Very nice over haul. The customer is going to love them. I'm completely amazed by and love the work you did to my Danner Mountain Lights here recently. Have a great Holiday break.
-B. Mulley
A good funny never grows old. Please keep it coming. Cheers
I've had Vasque, Scarpa, and Asolo. Wish I had a shoe repair show near me when I had my Vasque, Asolo, and North Face one piece leather alpine boots. The Scarpa I have I've been rocking since 2004. A good leather alpine boot while a pita to dry when outdoors are super comfy.
Steve, you make me look to my shoes in a different way. Happy holidays
OLD LEATHER SMITH here. Hi Steve, please have a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a Safe and Healthy New Year GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃
Better now, than new , these babies are ready for anything!
BTW, I don't know what plans you have, but you'd be a fantastic teacher.
I’ve started to say… Let’s continue! 😄
Hello Steve. My mother truly enjoys watching your videos. She plays it on the TV, and sits and responds to whatever you say on the video. She sings your praises constantly. Her name is Carolyn. I just wanted to say thank you for making her day better, and you do work very well. I don't know if you'll see this, but if so, enjoy the rest of your week and thank you, again 👍🏾
Of course I see it. Say hi to her for me
I dare anyone saying 25 isn't cold to spend a summer in VA, as well. Have a great holiday season and I look forward to seeing more in '22!!! The Very Best to you and your family!!
We keep our kitchen at 22°C and that's plenty warm enough - any more and it would be a sauna :) Happy Holidays to all!
@@nacekozo he means 25F outside
@@rickbaker4571 ah right - I didn't realise anybody still used F :)
@@nacekozo you should get out more
@@rickbaker4571 If it is 25°F (-4°C) outside, I think I'll give that a pass ;)
Had a pair that I got in 1994. Just had to retire them after 30 years and 3 make overs. They were 13 D's and now my foot is closer to 14 EE Donated them to a church that sends shoes and clothes to Mexico. Hope someone is enjoying them now!
"Back in the day when iron men and women wore iron boots". My wife and I both had these boots in the'70s! Heavier than a German jackboot but I loved them!
That machine gave me anxiety, especially when it slowed where the thread broke last time, but then it stopped and I was like ohh man. So glad it worked!
Me too🤣🤣🤣
Man, I haven't seen a new video in so long I was getting the shakes from withdrawal.....got my Christmas buzz now. Merry Christmas folks and hope you all have a wonderful new year.
I did enjoyed video but didn't intend to comment till your little talk at the end, straight to the point, be patient and don't be a jerk with a needle.
Thanks steve. Being patient in Scotland, merry Christmas.
hey steve ! i just picked up a pair of swiss reichels heavy leather boots at thrift store for 15$!! which brought me back to mr steve love them and loveyour work sir ! great vibes 🎉🎉🎉 godbless
How is it that Armenians are so crafty and they do such a clean and nice job without thinking about the money that much
Those are beautifully crafted. I'm glad you showed me what a really well crafted shoe looks like before you make it better.
Merry Christmas Steve from Alabama!!! Thanks for another great video!!!
Merry Christmas! Beautiful restoration of those Vasque boots. I have a pair of that same model I purchased back in 1978. They have seen more miles than any other pair of footwear I have owned. They are on their third pair of Vibram soles. I still wear them when I am doing some serious hiking or simply wanting to enjoy boots that I have had for 43 years.
Hey. What is the model called they are awesome
Steve, i LOVE your funny voice. It always makes me smile.
Amazing Craftsmanship. That double stitch ending up so uniform on the opposite side...amazing.
Hi Steve! Merry Christmas
HI, STEVE! Merry Christmas to you and your family! Love Ya!
Another one!! Great Job Steve! It’s a real bummer that JR is not going to be in business any longer.
Always leave your videos feeling impressed and inspired
Cool boots! Merry Christmas Steve 🎄
I have a hunch that Steve would do a masterful impression of Chris Walken
Kick-ass boots Steve!
These are hiking boots that Japhy Ryder would be proud of. Really enjoyed watching this one - especially the sewing machine, what a great old fashioned machine that still does a good job.
My brother you have more swag and are way cooler than you give yourself credit for.. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family !!!!!!!!!!!!
Happy Holidays to you, your family and all who watch Steve and his shoe restoration artwork!
Well, crap, Steve. Originally, I was the 2nd comment. 🤔 Oh, well! Merry Christmas to you and your family! I know it's your first Christmas without your brother, but hopefully you all will have good memories to share around the dinner table. Many warm wishes for a happy holiday season! Master Craftsman, indeed!
The added contrast with the lighter colors you added is amazing
Merry Christmas to you and yours Steve.🎄🎄
Hey Steve. You know what is amazing leather treatment for hiking leather? Burts Bees Lip Balm. The kind in the stick. Check out the ingredients. Beeswax, coconut oil, lanolin, sunflower seed oil, peppermint oil, rosemary extract, vitamin E. Just rub it in good and warm the boot a little to soak it in. FYI the beeswax and lanolin are antimicrobial/antifungal and prevent oils from causing rot in the leather. The nice thing about the lip balm is it's super affordable and comes in a convenient stick. Real nice for applying to boots.
Fantastic work! "Let's continue..."
"I don't do that many hiking boots ..." I suspect that is about to change for you. Very impressive.
Great video as always Steve! “Hey man, it’s 2:44 in the afternoon, why aren’t you answering my question?” 🤦♂️😂. Sounds like “hammer time” to me. Wishing you and your family a safe and happy holiday season!!
Steve, I appreciated the excellent edited you did on this video. Bonus! The boots look great.
You really took this pair to town, gorgeous work! Italian boot POWER.
Merry Christmas to you and your family, Steve.
Another phenomenal video from the Master !,!!! Those turned out so cool. Loved you sharing about going to your brothers house and having a scarf of his with you. He is with you always.
I have the identical boots. They even have the same soles from a 1980's resole job. I love them and they hold many memories. The down side is they weigh a ton. I now hike in very comfortable light weight new generation hiking shoes. As much as I like my vintage Vasque boots I doubt they'll ever go with me on a long trek.
It's like loving a vintage automobile but when you go on a cross county road trip taking your new, safe, quiet, efficient, temperature controlled automobile with heated seats.
Great restoration Steve. Who cares watching has set back my work schedule today?...It's Christmas! Have a good one. Best to the Family.
I had a pair of vasque's and lost them after almost 40 yrs . After 2 yrs my new ones seem to be holding up well but can't replace the sentimental value of the old ones . Beeswax is the only product I have ever used on my boots .
Must have missed this in my feed. Great job. 👍
I had these very same boots back in the '70s. Great boots! Cost around $40 back then.
I wore Vasque Sundowners as my daily footwear from 1983 to around 2002, when they moved production (but not the lasts) to China. Now in 2021 I'm retired and I wear lightweight trail runners every day.
Steve, praying you, your family and all your viewers have a Happy Christmas.
Wow. Better than new.
Awesome work brother. Those look lethal
Your videos are now as big and as eagerly anticipated as michael Jackson music videos were in the 80's and 90's lol wd and happy Christmas 🎄
Grenson does a triple welt shoe, this one's a Bedo's double welt special!
Nice craftsman work, it's a skill that is doomed to dissapear here in Belgium... If tit wasn't for the costs and distance I had send my Meindl Perfect boots over for refurbishment....
Merry Christmas Steve God bless you and family!
Love the unique tongue setup on that boot. Very cool kicks!
You are an artist!
Wow. You’re a PRO and an artist and just a nice guy. U rock Steve.
When I saw the instagram of these boots I almost commented that I hope I see you Rapid E'ing the Vibrams on and lo and behold, here it is. Beautiful finished product. Something different about just repairing and artisanal craftsmanship rebuild. Thanks! Happy Holidays and an Awesome New Year.
Oh and a very merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas! Thank you for the entertainment.
Good morning Steve ,GREAT job for a iconic boots ,regards from Spain🎩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
been thinking of you, Merry Christmas!
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, STEVE.
Have a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Those are awesome boots man they look good
Lots of love to you this Holday Season! Thank you for all these wonderful videos, this show is one of my all time faves.
Hi Steve I recall hiking in a pair of vasque boots...those guys were ...heavy..., ! And took some time to break in. But you could lace them up and feel invincible, cover mountainous terrain and walk through streams. Ty for the memories!
Beautiful rebuild. That conditioner looks a lot like Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP which is a go-to for many outdoorsmen and workers alike.
Always quality content!
I think the quote is "Your first impulse is to share good news. The second is to club someone with it".
I had a pair of those that I bought in 1972. They were great hiking boots.
Hi Steve!!! I worked for about 30 years in a large shoe industry, in the administrative area, I just saw all the machines that you have in your shoe store there... And I tell you, in my country it's big, no shoemaker has the same amount of machines as you to reform the vintage shoes, leaving them as new.. Wanderful everything i saw, thank you very much. Att: Lauro Elias
because of your videos I"m rebottoming my redwing work boots that where falling apart I'm currently gluing the gemming on the new veg tan leather insoles and going to start the welting process next weekend ive ordered everything online, i even found a cobblers metal last thats the right size so i can do hammer time, just waiting on the cork to come it, I find it very relaxing to do as a hobby
I would buy those boots. You did an outstanding job!
So, unfortunately, I don’t have the knowledge or interest in that amazing work you do, has nothing to do with you…I’m just more of books kind of person, but my husband is a HUGE fan of yours. Your channel is the white noise we fall asleep to a lot of nights because it is a very soothing channel, so thank you for that. Maybe this is far fetched but I wanted to ask if you would be so kind and PLEASE…wish my husband Joseph from Astoria,NY a Happy Birthday. I’m sure it would be a big surprise and blow his mind😁. Anyway, either way…May you and your family have a blessed holiday season and my thoughts go out to you and the family on the loss of your best friend last year but I am happy to know you were able to find him a great home. My husband lost his best friend a few months later and that was his baby, Roscoe, so I’m sure he was able to sympathize with you a lot behind that. We are also expecting our first child together come February, by the Grace of God, a little boy that we are so excited for. I know this has been long enough and just a little story of us😊. Again, have a blessed holiday season.
Happy Birthday Joseph
It’s greatly appreciated🤙🏼
Love love love your work and love seing you. Merry Christmas darling. We all love you 😍 🎄
Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and have a Happy Healthy and Prosperous 2022.
Wow. Super nice boots after you got done with them!
Every one of my cousins, aunts and uncles back home in Piemonte (IT) each have a pair of those hiking boots.
5:14 - love this shot
a joy to watch you work
supreme skill and patience
Merry Christmas Steve!
Merry Christmas to you Steve, the weather here is fine during the day around 24°C. Missing my family in France, stuck here because of closed borders. The world is crasy with this covid. Impatient to here your new plans for next year, all my best wishes to you and your family
Sorry to hear that im sure you will get to see them soon. 🇬🇧👍♥️
So far all I see here are great. Merry Christmas to you, and your family 🤗💫💫💫 Thanks 😊
Merry Christmas Steve.
Merry Christmas - Keep up the good work ! Best wishes for all your aspirations and plans for elevating your excellence to a new level in 2022 and beyond. May God be with you.
Very nice, I own a pair myself but only 29 yrs. old. Make Merry dude.