I like how more work goes into tearing down the boots for a rebuild than other boot companies put into brand new boots. Keep up the quality work. I love my Nick's, all 3 pairs.
you know for these boots being 25 years old there is alot more tread than you'd expect. almost brand new levels of tread, how does that work. the bottom of the shoes don't actually look worn out
@@thehardnesschannel1605 Naw they get new soles. You can tell by the vibram mark on the middle of it. They replace those ever 2 to 5 years depending on you, the boot just like a cowboy hat or a sadle can be paased down to your next. Atleast my take on it.
Please don't ever change your process. I feel like I could walk across a state in my Nick's, my legs will give out before my feet do. Nicks are the only boots I'll ever buy. I work heavy construction and these boots are the best investment I've ever made
*Totally valid for the customer to have his boots repaired. It costs less than a new pair too according to their website. I'm sure he has a lot of sentimental value in his boots! Better to save them, than to throw them away being wasteful. Now he has many more years added to his boots! They look amazing!!*
*On the rebuild page, it states it starts at $319. I went there and guessed the repairs the boots got such as new leather tongues. The price went to $379. So it really depends on the condition of your boots and what you need. New boots from Nicks usually are from $600 - $800+. So really, this customer did save a chunk of money! Yea $319 - $379 is still a lot, but when you compare that rebuild price to a new pair of Nicks, it's considerably a lot less! Given that the boots had their first rebuild in their 25+ of life, I'd say it was worth it! I'm sure those boots have a lot of sentimental value based on how old they are, and how long the customer has had them. I'm glad the customer didn't throw them away lol 😅! That would be very wasteful! They seem extremely meaningful to them.* *And yes they did an awesome job restoring the boots!! I'm sure the customer was extremely happy! Now they will have many more years of life in their boots! Hopefully they'll take better care of them too, in order to extend the life of their boots. Wishful thinking anyway lol 😅🤣🤣!*
У человека золотые руки, громадная проделанная работа которая заслуживает уважения, но я не пойму не проще ли сделать новые ботинки чем восстанавливать совсем убитые.
И если брэнд позиционирует себя как обувь ручной работы - то от ручного я заметил только чувака, который колотит гвозди🤣 Просто брэндированый товар за большие деньги.
In the next video Nicks will replace the outsole, midsole, insole, toe box, vamp, tongue, upper, and heel counter. Customer: "OMG it's like brand new!"
How far will NIck's go? the only thing left was the uppers leather! Would they remake the entire boot if necessary based on the old leather OR just suggest the client look at the new products and replace them?
That's how they rebuild. Only the uppers are kept. It helps make the break in after the rebuild easier than on a new pair. These were obviously worse than usual. Still Nick's does what they say they will do when you buy a pair of their boots. They'd rather lose money on a rebuild like this (and they likely did) than have a customer feel they had been lied to. Most send them in in far better shape.
I was surprised they rebuilt them with a patch on the uppers last time I took mine in they said they couldnt rebuild them again because the leather on the upper was/is, had become to thin from all the rebuilds
Good god man you got your moneys worth out of those boots!! Time for a new pair!! I’m actually surprised they still rebuild 🥾 boots. It’s a nice service but this boot is trash. There’s nothing left it’s basically a new boot.
@@luedog8385 but a pair of quality boots will protect your feet and keep them comfortable for 10 years or better. Especially if you take good care of them. And after a $300 your hood for another 10.
*It's not a huge cause for concern actually. They use clinching nails. They have a video that talks about why the nails won't poke your feet. The boots sit on a last with a metal bottom. So then when the nails pierce the leather uppers, and into the leather midsole, they will hit that metal plate on the last. The ends of the nails will always curl back into themselves, into the leather midsole. So your feet are safe! Nails and screws are a big reason why they help keep the boots secured in place, besides the contact glue. These boots are meant to be built tough and last for many years 😊! A lot of people in heavy duty jobs will get Nick's Boots because of how well made and tough they are surviving various conditions.* *I understand you though! I used to feel scared of the nails, until I learned more about the process lol 😅! Now I don't mind them.*
OMG incredible how can they make any money on these considering the amount of labor going into building them as well as quality of products used … I would love to have a pair of these boots but I’ve got titanium hip and broke my back and the weight of these wearing all day would be detrimental to my ability to walk long distances and climb ladders etc…
If I could find a boot that could survive walking on pavement for 10hrs a day and not wipe out the heal after 1year I think I'd be blown away. They don't make em like they use to. Yet they cost far more. 🤗
Curious how much $ is saved in a rebuild when so little of the original boot is used. It’s really cool tho and these videos from Nicks are genius. Amazing craftsmanship.
Honestly, I just don't get it. Are you rebuilding them just because you can? You literally replaced 90% of it. Why not just buy a new pair? It's probably cheaper too.
is the ripping the sole an such off, then cutting where the lower is sewed to the upper done this way on all rebuilds or just for the video? couldnt ya just cut the stitches an save time?
I was thinking that too, but I’m pretty sure part of the upper is nailed/lasted to the insole. The part between the vamp and the heel counter. It does seem like a lot of extra work though.
Other than an easier break in period, is there really ANY advantage for this rebuild compared to just purchasing an entire new boot? It makes for a great video though.
Lower price and easier to break in, also an opportunity to add safety toe or other modifications. There's also something to be said for a company that makes their boots not just as durable as possible but able to be resoled until the lowers wear out which can then be rebuilt for that process to repeat until the uppers are ruined.
Есть такая русская сказка.. "каша из топора"... смысл в том, что топор там присутствовал только формально. Вот и здесь- по сути сшили новую обувь. Вот и надо было старую сразу выбросить. Ей прямая дорого на свалку!
I agree. Why rebuild a pair if you’re going to replace everything except the uppers? As old as they are, the leather has to be weak and deteriorating. The only reason I can imagine is if the boots have sentimental value and you want to keep some original material. But if the uppers are all that’s worth keeping, why not just retire the boots and start fresh? It’s fun to watch the restoration, but it isn’t very practical.
Not very, but I'd say it depends on the laces. I have Iron laces and they absolutely beat the shit out of my kilties. Leather laces? I don't see an issue with those.
About half the price of a new pair of boots. Not everyone needs a steel toe in their boots, some work in trades that don't need a steel toe, others just enjoy wearing their boots day-to-day and that doesn't require a steel toe either. FIY the steel toe is an option for pretty much any of our boots)
I dont own boots but am fasinated by the craftmanship and culture behind quality boot/leather products. Wouldbt it be better to just get a nee pair? Is it still cheaper repairing a boot to that extent? Great vid☺️☺️
Honestly, is replacing everything but two pieces of leather a actual rebuild? I mean, he practically made brand new boots from scratch. Doesn't seem cost effective, time saving, or practical. If you're replacing more than 50% of material, I don't think it's a rebuild. It's a new boot...just buy a new boot.
I was going to say the same.. That's beyond repair. Good skill showcase and satisfying to watch but considering the amount of time it took to take them apart, it would have been cheaper to get a new pair..
*Not really according to their website. On the rebuild page, it states it starts at $319. I went there and guessed the repairs the boots got such as new leather tongues. The price went to $379. So it really depends on the condition of your boots and what you need. New boots from Nicks usually are from $600 - $800+. So really, this customer did save a chunk of money! Yea $319 - $379 is still a lot, but when you compare that rebuild price to a new pair of Nicks, it's considerably a lot less! Given that the boots had their first rebuild in their 25+ of life, I'd say it was worth it! I'm sure those boots have a lot of sentimental value based on how old they are, and how long the customer has had them. I'm glad the customer didn't throw them away lol 😅! They seem extremely meaningful to them.* *And yes they did an awesome job restoring the boots!! I'm sure the customer was extremely happy!*
Maybe you will someday. I'm 80 years old and am surprised when I look back over my life and see what I have accomplished or acquired that I never thought attainable.
@@spaceoven8788 You're right, life is pretty awesome. I was fortunate to have parents that taught me to look for the good always and invite it into my life every day. The rest will take care of itself. That approach has served me well, and I believe it can serve others equally. Hang in there.
Because breaking in a new upper is a significant part of the process. This was an extreme case. If they are taken care of, the uppers will still be in pretty good shape as they are far lower wear areas of the boot usually.
I believe they vulcanized bonded the two rubber surfaces together. If so it very strong smelling work yet gives a super bond that rivals the strongest glue.
I like how more work goes into tearing down the boots for a rebuild than other boot companies put into brand new boots. Keep up the quality work. I love my Nick's, all 3 pairs.
you know for these boots being 25 years old there is alot more tread than you'd expect. almost brand new levels of tread, how does that work. the bottom of the shoes don't actually look worn out
@@fortheloveofallthingsholy2706 probably walk more on dirt than concrete. Thats my guess
@@thehardnesschannel1605 probably not a bad guess, but honestly it might have just been rats that ate the boots, or mice
@@thehardnesschannel1605 Naw they get new soles. You can tell by the vibram mark on the middle of it. They replace those ever 2 to 5 years depending on you, the boot just like a cowboy hat or a sadle can be paased down to your next. Atleast my take on it.
Nifty video. I know a woman who had a 17yo pr rebuilt by you. They saved her life after being bit by a snake. It broke it's fang on the boot leather.
should send the snakeskin in to have another pair of boots made
Please don't ever change your process. I feel like I could walk across a state in my Nick's, my legs will give out before my feet do. Nicks are the only boots I'll ever buy. I work heavy construction and these boots are the best investment I've ever made
Amazes me how far people will let their boots go but it also makes for great videos like this
*Totally valid for the customer to have his boots repaired. It costs less than a new pair too according to their website. I'm sure he has a lot of sentimental value in his boots! Better to save them, than to throw them away being wasteful. Now he has many more years added to his boots! They look amazing!!*
*On the rebuild page, it states it starts at $319. I went there and guessed the repairs the boots got such as new leather tongues. The price went to $379. So it really depends on the condition of your boots and what you need. New boots from Nicks usually are from $600 - $800+. So really, this customer did save a chunk of money! Yea $319 - $379 is still a lot, but when you compare that rebuild price to a new pair of Nicks, it's considerably a lot less! Given that the boots had their first rebuild in their 25+ of life, I'd say it was worth it! I'm sure those boots have a lot of sentimental value based on how old they are, and how long the customer has had them. I'm glad the customer didn't throw them away lol 😅! That would be very wasteful! They seem extremely meaningful to them.*
*And yes they did an awesome job restoring the boots!! I'm sure the customer was extremely happy! Now they will have many more years of life in their boots! Hopefully they'll take better care of them too, in order to extend the life of their boots. Wishful thinking anyway lol 😅🤣🤣!*
I think the fact that you can return a pair of boots after 25 years and have them rebuilt is amazing.
What a satisfying job to have! Perfect for those who take pride in their work. Great job to all the hands involved in this rebuild.
У человека золотые руки, громадная проделанная работа которая заслуживает уважения, но я не пойму не проще ли сделать новые ботинки чем восстанавливать совсем убитые.
И я о том же. Зачем это сгнившее старьё восстанавливать?
А что он там восстановил? Всё заменили на новые детали.. Точно также можно новые сделать и не морочиться..
И если брэнд позиционирует себя как обувь ручной работы - то от ручного я заметил только чувака, который колотит гвозди🤣 Просто брэндированый товар за большие деньги.
На новых запах не тот
Поддерживаю целиком и полностью. А ещё, меня одного смутил деревянный супинатор и каблук? 🤔
And there they are, ready for another twenty five years. Great job!
This has got to be hands down the best looking work boot I have seen.
I really enjoy seeing all of the old tornup boot rebuilds . Hope you do more
In the next video Nicks will replace the outsole, midsole, insole, toe box, vamp, tongue, upper, and heel counter.
Customer: "OMG it's like brand new!"
Lol
A Sunday morning; a new Nicks video ... gonna be a great day! Thank you!
Yep I love these build videos.
25 year old boots?! Those boots are probably older than a couple of the people (new-hires) working there at Nicks. The refurbished boots are gorgeous.
Наверное дешевле и проще было бы изготовить новые боты, чем ремонтировать эти.
Думаю, 2-3 пары новых бот. 😂
How far will NIck's go? the only thing left was the uppers leather! Would they remake the entire boot if necessary based on the old leather OR just suggest the client look at the new products and replace them?
That's how they rebuild. Only the uppers are kept. It helps make the break in after the rebuild easier than on a new pair. These were obviously worse than usual. Still Nick's does what they say they will do when you buy a pair of their boots. They'd rather lose money on a rebuild like this (and they likely did) than have a customer feel they had been lied to. Most send them in in far better shape.
I was surprised they rebuilt them with a patch on the uppers last time I took mine in they said they couldnt rebuild them again because the leather on the upper was/is, had become to thin from all the rebuilds
Good god man you got your moneys worth out of those boots!! Time for a new pair!! I’m actually surprised they still rebuild 🥾 boots. It’s a nice service but this boot is trash. There’s nothing left it’s basically a new boot.
Imagine how long they would last if people actually took care of them.
I wonder what the cost difference is in a total rebuild vs replacing.
Lo mismo digo...
A new pair will run you around $550 to $600 a rebuild around $300
@@ZERO_42069 how about this rebuild? I mean he only kept 2 slabs of leather. Literally everything else was brand new.
@@ZERO_42069 wtf I can rebuild an engine for $600
@@luedog8385 but a pair of quality boots will protect your feet and keep them comfortable for 10 years or better. Especially if you take good care of them. And after a $300 your hood for another 10.
Super specialized tools are rad.
That Plier-Hammer (a plammer, if you will) is very cool.
Un magnífico trabajo, mis respetos, hasta parecen nuevas.
Essa bota não é fabricada e sim construída, parabéns pelo excelente trabalho.
I’m wearing out a pair of well made work boots just so I can send them to you and then wear them until my final steps.
Stupendo restauro di questi anfibi, ottima scelta per le suole in vibram
Incredible craftsmanship. Goodbye chippewa, hello Nick's.
That amount nails and screws used scared me actually 😂
Imagine there more than 10 shard thing pointing at your feet.
But good work with rebuilt it.
*It's not a huge cause for concern actually. They use clinching nails. They have a video that talks about why the nails won't poke your feet. The boots sit on a last with a metal bottom. So then when the nails pierce the leather uppers, and into the leather midsole, they will hit that metal plate on the last. The ends of the nails will always curl back into themselves, into the leather midsole. So your feet are safe! Nails and screws are a big reason why they help keep the boots secured in place, besides the contact glue. These boots are meant to be built tough and last for many years 😊! A lot of people in heavy duty jobs will get Nick's Boots because of how well made and tough they are surviving various conditions.*
*I understand you though! I used to feel scared of the nails, until I learned more about the process lol 😅! Now I don't mind them.*
Neat video, but too far gone for a rebuild. I'd just buy a new pair.
Good job 👏
OMG incredible how can they make any money on these considering the amount of labor going into building them as well as quality of products used … I would love to have a pair of these boots but I’ve got titanium hip and broke my back and the weight of these wearing all day would be detrimental to my ability to walk long distances and climb ladders etc…
$550 a pair base price is how they make money and direct to consumer business
Completely pleased and astonished
Such force and craftsmanship
A beautiful thing ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Brand new boots with some tatty old leather added for some nostalgic reason.
The boot of Theseus
Magia tworzenia.Brawo.
Absolutely fantastic.
In all seriousness, what would a pair like that, refitted cost me sir?
That's real skill.
Pure craftsmanship
You made them look brand new.....
If I could find a boot that could survive walking on pavement for 10hrs a day and not wipe out the heal after 1year I think I'd be blown away. They don't make em like they use to. Yet they cost far more. 🤗
I used to have those same boots
It's the boots of Theseus!
Curious how much $ is saved in a rebuild when so little of the original boot is used. It’s really cool tho and these videos from Nicks are genius. Amazing craftsmanship.
to say he got his moneys worth is an understatement
Honestly, I just don't get it. Are you rebuilding them just because you can? You literally replaced 90% of it. Why not just buy a new pair? It's probably cheaper too.
It’s honestly fascinating to me that a boot this old can still be rebuilt.
Rebuilt? There was only two tatty bits of leather added to brand new boots!
So at what point does the "rebuild" turn into a new pair of boots?
When you replace the uppers
@@nicksboots Thank you sir!
is the ripping the sole an such off, then cutting where the lower is sewed to the upper done this way on all rebuilds or just for the video? couldnt ya just cut the stitches an save time?
I was thinking that too, but I’m pretty sure part of the upper is nailed/lasted to the insole. The part between the vamp and the heel counter. It does seem like a lot of extra work though.
The two pieces of leather that make the upper extend to the bottom and are nailed.
The upper is nailed to the sole just like the backstay and heel counter is. The sole needs to be removed to save the upper.
Great work ❤❤❤ its new
Other than an easier break in period, is there really ANY advantage for this rebuild compared to just purchasing an entire new boot? It makes for a great video though.
Rebuilds are cheaper so I would say that.
It gives them the benefit of making a the second hand marked smaller and builds emotional attachment to their product.
What if they were his grandpa's? Or dad's? Or, had some other very meaningful attachment.
Lower price and easier to break in, also an opportunity to add safety toe or other modifications. There's also something to be said for a company that makes their boots not just as durable as possible but able to be resoled until the lowers wear out which can then be rebuilt for that process to repeat until the uppers are ruined.
Nombre pues la volvió a hacer.. 🥰
I would display the old boots nicely in a glass case and buy new ones😛😛
Bravo c est un travail d artiste
Nicks boots, the boots you will pass on to your kids, if they are the same size.
Full Magic! Love watching this..
Есть такая русская сказка.. "каша из топора"... смысл в том, что топор там присутствовал только формально. Вот и здесь- по сути сшили новую обувь. Вот и надо было старую сразу выбросить. Ей прямая дорого на свалку!
I admire and respect the trade, truly, but I cant help wonder if the client should have simply bought new boots?
I agree. Why rebuild a pair if you’re going to replace everything except the uppers? As old as they are, the leather has to be weak and deteriorating. The only reason I can imagine is if the boots have sentimental value and you want to keep some original material. But if the uppers are all that’s worth keeping, why not just retire the boots and start fresh?
It’s fun to watch the restoration, but it isn’t very practical.
Yep, it's more like a new boot with some recycled material
Why rebuild? Just get new
Good job
Obviously the kilties help reduce the type of tongue damage we saw here. But for casual wear, how important are they?
Not very, but I'd say it depends on the laces. I have Iron laces and they absolutely beat the shit out of my kilties. Leather laces? I don't see an issue with those.
The question becomes why re-crafting a pair of boots that seems to me more expensive than buying a new pair.
its not more expensive. rebuild cost half the price of new.
That is a very good question. But after thinking about the lifetime warranty, Nicks is bound by a promise. No many companies keep their promises.
@@Servants_Heart There is no lifetime warranty. They are work boots. They wear out.
The Boots of Theseus
Excellent video
Help me understand. 25 years? How much would this have cost compared to a new pair of your boot? Where's the steel toe?.
About half the price of a new pair of boots. Not everyone needs a steel toe in their boots, some work in trades that don't need a steel toe, others just enjoy wearing their boots day-to-day and that doesn't require a steel toe either. FIY the steel toe is an option for pretty much any of our boots)
I don’t understand why it was necessary to leave one old part
What type of leather is the strap holding the boot upside-down? Looks ancient and still kicking some behind.
Мастер просто собрал новые ботинки от старых брать нечего ....максимум размер
Do the screws get removed, or is the tread really screwed on permanently?
The Canadian Army would have still considered those original boots as "serviceable" and made some Private march in them 🇨🇦😂
what was the point in saving bits of the boots and then rebuilding, wouldnt it have been cheaper to just buy new boots.
At what point is it not a restoration seems like replacing nearly the entire boot kind of defeated the idea
Amazing
Basically just saved the back of the boot mise well just bought new pair. Nice work quailty work but really kind of pointless.
Much more easier to give him new boots than to restore from such condition)
The cleanest glue container I ever seen. 😂
What is the cost to do this kind of restore compared to a new pair ?
Around $300 vs 500-600 for a new pair and the break in after the rebuild is easier since the uppers are already soft and fit the customer.
Вот уж никогда бы не подумал, что новая пара выйдет дороже...😮
I dont own boots but am fasinated by the craftmanship and culture behind quality boot/leather products. Wouldbt it be better to just get a nee pair? Is it still cheaper repairing a boot to that extent? Great vid☺️☺️
На 2.35 выкидываешь все ведро))) и идёшь за новой обувью.
In this world, you can endlessly look at three objects: how the fire burns, how the water flows and how the other person works ;)
Honestly, is replacing everything but two pieces of leather a actual rebuild? I mean, he practically made brand new boots from scratch.
Doesn't seem cost effective, time saving, or practical.
If you're replacing more than 50% of material, I don't think it's a rebuild. It's a new boot...just buy a new boot.
I was going to say the same.. That's beyond repair. Good skill showcase and satisfying to watch but considering the amount of time it took to take them apart, it would have been cheaper to get a new pair..
How long has the owner had these boots? Just realized it’s in the description 🤦🏼♂️
Why i am watching this... i don't know but i watched full video.. why I don't know
You know what's better then these. Nokia crooks if those ever existed 😂💀
Wondering if it's cheaper to just buy new boots ???
No
That must be bloody expensive, isnt it? Anyway very good job guys all of you👍👍👍👍👍
*Not really according to their website. On the rebuild page, it states it starts at $319. I went there and guessed the repairs the boots got such as new leather tongues. The price went to $379. So it really depends on the condition of your boots and what you need. New boots from Nicks usually are from $600 - $800+. So really, this customer did save a chunk of money! Yea $319 - $379 is still a lot, but when you compare that rebuild price to a new pair of Nicks, it's considerably a lot less! Given that the boots had their first rebuild in their 25+ of life, I'd say it was worth it! I'm sure those boots have a lot of sentimental value based on how old they are, and how long the customer has had them. I'm glad the customer didn't throw them away lol 😅! They seem extremely meaningful to them.*
*And yes they did an awesome job restoring the boots!! I'm sure the customer was extremely happy!*
Работа отменная. Но под какую это ногу? Я про подъем ноги.
I can't believe you guys restored those boots a great job.
Why?
Solo por consultar cual es el costo ?
Ship of Theseus. Is this the same boot from before the repairs?
Who cares?
After 25 phuckin years……..just buy a full pair of new boots bro……
Le convenia comprar un par de botas nuevas.
remember as a kid bring shoes to cobbler for new heels soles now throw away by another pair
Just made new boots...
Awesome
Wish I could afford some good boots like these!
Maybe you will someday. I'm 80 years old and am surprised when I look back over my life and see what I have accomplished or acquired that I never thought attainable.
@@jamesvoigt7275 awesome
@@spaceoven8788 You're right, life is pretty awesome. I was fortunate to have parents that taught me to look for the good always and invite it into my life every day. The rest will take care of itself. That approach has served me well, and I believe it can serve others equally. Hang in there.
What's the point of this? Everything is new except the upper. Why not just create a new boot from scratch?
Perhaps were dad's? Grandpa's? Or, had some other very meaningful attachment.
@@TobiasRieperGood Judging by the lead time on new orders I'm pretty sure theyre selling them faster than they can make them.
From what I've heard, once that upper is broken in, they are confortable af. And its worth keeping it if in good condition
@@ElLocoMonkey2012 and it saves you $200 - $250 compared to a new pair.
Because breaking in a new upper is a significant part of the process. This was an extreme case. If they are taken care of, the uppers will still be in pretty good shape as they are far lower wear areas of the boot usually.
Knives looks like hoof trimming knives 10:42
I wonder what your workers think on seeing this boot and wonder what it went through.
Could I borrow that knife for Thanksgiving turkey?
Почему основную часть кожи оставили старую? Ведь она в плохом состоянии
New gluing booth guys?
Probably need to use some specific type of contact cement for bonding rubber to rubber.
I believe they vulcanized bonded the two rubber surfaces together. If so it very strong smelling work yet gives a super bond that rivals the strongest glue.
Craftsmanship man, craftsmanship process,
Amazing Work,
But if these shoes are not for the Safety lifestyle,
For me this product is very scaryyyyy🤔