I've really been happy with this boot oil. I use it with clean, bare hands without issue. It wipes away clean without too much oily residue or anything. The sawmills definitely look great, and I keep thinking I need to add these to my collection.
I strongly recommend getting your hand on Smith's Leather Balm. It's made in the USA and is just 3 ingredients. It darkens initially but once absorbed, returns to the normal color. It's the best 'leather conditioner' I've ever used.
Correction! If you don't want to darken the leather on your Red Wing 875, you should have used "Red Wing Leather Cream", item No. 97095. Description: Our Leather Cream is a conditioner that can be used on all smooth-finished and oil-tanned leather. This Leather Cream is formulated to condition without darkening or adding shine.
The boot oil has mink oil in it which will be beneficial for a winter tasked boot. Leather cream I would associate more with a boot you use more for style
Red Wing has a conditioner that doesn't darken the leather. All Mink oil based products will darken. Neatsfoot oil based products will not darken the leather.
I use quite a lot of boot oil, or Neatsfoot oil (more generic). Great for softening up the dry leather, giving it back a bit of the original flexibility. Oil for longevity, wax for shine.
I suggest giving the boots a proper cleaning with a saddle or leather soap with warm water. Let dry for 24 hours. The Red Wing All Natural Boot Oil will condition the leather. To really waterproof them, I would use Granger's G-Wax a day after. Rub in by hand and then melt it into the leather with a hair dryer. They will be waterproof!
I have used the Red wing boot oil on boots, belts, my chair and it is very good. Rub it in by hand with neoprene gloves on. No mess, and it goes farther.
Your 875s are looking amazing. I have a pair of 875s and I love them. You’re part of the reason why I bought my first pair because I knew they hold up to daily abuse. I have a pair of 8111s as well, but they don’t excite me quite as much as the classic 875!
Nice. I picked up these boots along with 2926 and the very rare 2932 Black Briar. I imagine this oil Would only work with 2927 and 2932 as the 2926 are Suede like Materials. Thanks for sharing. I don't think the boots came out dark at all, mine are Dark just like after you re-oiled them. They were light before re-oiling them, because they dried up and lost their natural oils.
In the USA we have a product Pecard Classic Leather Dressing that provides similar leather cleaning and conditioning and leaves an equal finish IMO at a better price. I use it on my Sawmills Briar Oil Slick and Charcoal Rough and Tough leathers with great satisfaction.
Brilliant stuff! The Sawmills look fantastic after a bit of wearing-in and the briar oil slick would appear to scrub up nicely. You'll be enjoying them for many winters to come. On a related note, I seem to remember you were saying that you were going to start making your own laces, out of paracord IIRC. I was really interested in this idea for two reasons: 1. For a fat bloke I have quite thin ankles so my boots tend to be tied quite tightly with lots of excess lace flapping about. Therefore the idea of custom length laces appeals greatly. and 2. I'm also not very well off and a new pair of coloured laces is a good way of sprucing up an old pair of boots and give a different look! Did you ever get anywhere with this project? (Apologies if I misunderstood and it was someone else making the laces.)
It's called Magic Yellow Dubbin made by The Magic Polish Co.Ltd of Leicester. No ingredients are on the tin...the colour is less yellow, more a dark brown. I remember using it on my DM's at school in the late 90s...
@@DevonReviewer It's made from oil, tallow and natural wax. I was always taught the best way to apply it was with your fingers, as your body heat softens it and makes it easier for it to soak in. It's certainly true, that does help. You need something like Swarfega to get it off your hands afterwards though. A rubber glove is an option, but I think warming your boot slightly with a hairdryer is a more sustainable option. In the 80's I heard that Dubbin wasn't as good as (the similar) solid NikWax, as Dubbin could damage the stitching. I've not heard that recently though and suspect it's rubbish. Just don't put too much on, you can overdo it. Apply lightly, let it soak in (possibly warming it a little), leave for a while, then wipe off any excess. And don't use it on suede or Nubuck.
You said you weren't happy with the darkening of the 875's. I think those 875's look awesome. Will be looking for the long term review of the Sawmill. thx
Be careful with coconut based products on your boots. The coconut oil can begin to rot and ruin your boots. It should be ok if applied very sparingly and your boots do not get wet, but I avoid it as there are better products that do not involve this risk.
I have a pair of chukkas in briar oil slick leather - I tripped up a step a week ago and scuffed them really badly - is there anything I can do rescue them
May give the boot oil a try, been thinking about it for a while. By the way i love the colour of your 875's and the sole. Mine are needing a re sole soon, think i will opt for the same sole you have. I seem to have worn out the normal sole in a yr.
Yep, if you are walking in concrete / tarmac a lot the christie soles wear quickly.. a year is pretty quick though, I am guessing you supinate / overpronate like me, so the heel goes extra quick? I m coming to the conclusion that darkening is inevitable for the 875 and the boot oil is actually great if you accept that, most people also seem to enjoy the deeper darker tones!
Bick 4 is a great all-around conditioner, especially if you don't want to darken the leather much, but something a bit more waterproof (like that boot oil) is definitely the way to go for something that will be seeing a lot of weather.
This will lighten up a bit as it distributes and soaks in. It’s the best compromise between a hardcore oil and a “balm” like bick 4. I would use on medium to dark leathers, only on light leathers if they are extremely parched. On light leathers like the oro-legacy it can darken a bit like you said.
I've really been happy with this boot oil. I use it with clean, bare hands without issue. It wipes away clean without too much oily residue or anything. The sawmills definitely look great, and I keep thinking I need to add these to my collection.
I strongly recommend getting your hand on Smith's Leather Balm. It's made in the USA and is just 3 ingredients. It darkens initially but once absorbed, returns to the normal color. It's the best 'leather conditioner' I've ever used.
That stuff works awesome and it smells good too. I swear I've almost considered putting it in my beard too.
Thanks, definitely seem to be a lot of happy Smiths customers!
Those 875s are darkkkkkk! I don’t put anything on mine 😂 don’t want to lose that sweet orange glow they have
Correction! If you don't want to darken the leather on your Red Wing 875, you should have used "Red Wing Leather Cream", item No. 97095. Description: Our Leather Cream is a conditioner that can be used on all smooth-finished and oil-tanned leather. This Leather Cream is formulated to condition without darkening or adding shine.
Thanks I will have to get some at some point!
@@DevonReviewer My pleasure!
The boot oil has mink oil in it which will be beneficial for a winter tasked boot. Leather cream I would associate more with a boot you use more for style
Red Wing has a conditioner that doesn't darken the leather. All Mink oil based products will darken. Neatsfoot oil based products will not darken the leather.
I use quite a lot of boot oil, or Neatsfoot oil (more generic). Great for softening up the dry leather, giving it back a bit of the original flexibility. Oil for longevity, wax for shine.
Thanks Nick, will need to add some neatsfoot to my boot box! Saw your winter maintenance video, great stuff!
@@DevonReviewer Thank you :)
I suggest giving the boots a proper cleaning with a saddle or leather soap with warm water. Let dry for 24 hours. The Red Wing All Natural Boot Oil will condition the leather. To really waterproof them, I would use Granger's G-Wax a day after. Rub in by hand and then melt it into the leather with a hair dryer. They will be waterproof!
wow them boots are class,the TLC you show them mr DR looks well worth it.your channels ACE
Thank you!
Thank you for another great video. I absolutely love how your boots turned out! 😍
Thanks the Sawmills are fantastic boots!
Iv'e used these boots for the whole winter here in Norway and they still look good but i might look into getting that boot oil for mine too
Great boot for wet weather, I imagine Norway is harsher than UK, very underrated boot!
I have used the Red wing boot oil on boots, belts, my chair and it is very good. Rub it in by hand with neoprene gloves on. No mess, and it goes farther.
Yes applying with gloves is a great tip!
Thanks for the video. I just bought a pair of sawmills this week and haven’t even broken them in yet.
Looking forward to your long term review on these. Might pick up a pair for our Scandinavian winters!
Your 875s are looking amazing. I have a pair of 875s and I love them. You’re part of the reason why I bought my first pair because I knew they hold up to daily abuse. I have a pair of 8111s as well, but they don’t excite me quite as much as the classic 875!
The 875s are a must have boot, IR are classic too but that moc silhouette is legendary!
@@DevonReviewer Yes definitely. Thanks for the reply and thanks for the awesome content!
Great videos! Just purchased a pair of heritage sawmills, glad to see you’re getting good use out of them as well. Keep up the good videos! Thanks!
Nice. I picked up these boots along with 2926 and the very rare 2932 Black Briar. I imagine this oil Would only work with 2927 and 2932 as the 2926 are Suede like Materials.
Thanks for sharing. I don't think the boots came out dark at all, mine are Dark just like after you re-oiled them. They were light before re-oiling them, because they dried up and lost their natural oils.
In the USA we have a product Pecard Classic Leather Dressing that provides similar leather cleaning and conditioning and leaves an equal finish IMO at a better price. I use it on my Sawmills Briar Oil Slick and Charcoal Rough and Tough leathers with great satisfaction.
Great video. I just washed my oil slick leather with Saddle soap for the first time. Great results, definitely recommended.
Brilliant stuff! The Sawmills look fantastic after a bit of wearing-in and the briar oil slick would appear to scrub up nicely. You'll be enjoying them for many winters to come.
On a related note, I seem to remember you were saying that you were going to start making your own laces, out of paracord IIRC. I was really interested in this idea for two reasons:
1. For a fat bloke I have quite thin ankles so my boots tend to be tied quite tightly with lots of excess lace flapping about. Therefore the idea of custom length laces appeals greatly.
and 2. I'm also not very well off and a new pair of coloured laces is a good way of sprucing up an old pair of boots and give a different look!
Did you ever get anywhere with this project? (Apologies if I misunderstood and it was someone else making the laces.)
I've only ever used Dubbin on all of my Winter boots...a little goes a long way and I think the tin I have is well over 20 years old.
Will have to check that out, I remember my Dad using it on his hiking boots, old school! Any idea what the ingredients are?
@@DevonReviewer I have the tin...I'll have a look. I reckon I still have half a tin...
It's called Magic Yellow Dubbin made by The Magic Polish Co.Ltd of Leicester. No ingredients are on the tin...the colour is less yellow, more a dark brown. I remember using it on my DM's at school in the late 90s...
@@DevonReviewer It's made from oil, tallow and natural wax. I was always taught the best way to apply it was with your fingers, as your body heat softens it and makes it easier for it to soak in. It's certainly true, that does help. You need something like Swarfega to get it off your hands afterwards though. A rubber glove is an option, but I think warming your boot slightly with a hairdryer is a more sustainable option.
In the 80's I heard that Dubbin wasn't as good as (the similar) solid NikWax, as Dubbin could damage the stitching. I've not heard that recently though and suspect it's rubbish.
Just don't put too much on, you can overdo it. Apply lightly, let it soak in (possibly warming it a little), leave for a while, then wipe off any excess.
And don't use it on suede or Nubuck.
You said you weren't happy with the darkening of the 875's. I think those 875's look awesome. Will be looking for the long term review of the Sawmill. thx
these are the only red wings i like, nice job Sir
Massively underrated boot!
Nice boots! I also love Red Wings Boots!
Your boots are looking fab, sir!
Thank you!
I just ordered the sawmills here in Brandon, fl 2 months out, nice video btw.
Is this shoe still available? I checked the Redwing web site and no model of that name ?
Be careful with coconut based products on your boots. The coconut oil can begin to rot and ruin your boots. It should be ok if applied very sparingly and your boots do not get wet, but I avoid it as there are better products that do not involve this risk.
If you don't want to darken the leather on your RED Wing 875, you should have used "Red Wing All Natural Leather Conditioner", item No. 97104
I have a pair of chukkas in briar oil slick leather - I tripped up a step a week ago and scuffed them really badly - is there anything I can do rescue them
I use bick 4 conditioner on my thorogoods which are the oil tanned tobacco colour and they haven't darkened at all, I highly recommend it👍
Thanks, need to try out Bick 4!
Your boots don’t have to be dry to have patina. That’s just my experience, do what you like.
I agree, well oiled boots can also have great patina.. I just like the lighter tones which come with a dryer leather.
May give the boot oil a try, been thinking about it for a while. By the way i love the colour of your 875's and the sole. Mine are needing a re sole soon, think i will opt for the same sole you have. I seem to have worn out the normal sole in a yr.
Yep, if you are walking in concrete / tarmac a lot the christie soles wear quickly.. a year is pretty quick though, I am guessing you supinate / overpronate like me, so the heel goes extra quick? I m coming to the conclusion that darkening is inevitable for the 875 and the boot oil is actually great if you accept that, most people also seem to enjoy the deeper darker tones!
Bick 4 is a great all-around conditioner, especially if you don't want to darken the leather much, but something a bit more waterproof (like that boot oil) is definitely the way to go for something that will be seeing a lot of weather.
Thanks, Bick 4 is silicon based isnt it? Will need to try out at some point!
This will lighten up a bit as it distributes and soaks in. It’s the best compromise between a hardcore oil and a “balm” like bick 4.
I would use on medium to dark leathers, only on light leathers if they are extremely parched. On light leathers like the oro-legacy it can darken a bit like you said.
The only downside to these boots is water sits on them because shape!
Great video! What did you use on the 875’s
Latex gloves 🧤! Problem solved
What color are the ones on the left and what did you condition with it
But still my favourite red wings
I'm glad I didn't introduce Red Wing All Natural Boots Oil!
3:32 start cleaning
Nice video
Thanks!
Great video and and a great result on your boots! Take a look at KimballCody's channel as he has some really awesome boot restoration/care vids.
Thanks I will check him out!
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