Friday, June 11, 2010

Chapter 19 - Boots

Buy the best that you can afford. They make a great foundation for whatever you want to do.

I've worn everything from Combat Boots to Herters to Gokey to Russell to Tony Llama. Care for the leather properly and you'll get years of wear out of them. Neetsfoot Oil is the best basic leather preservative I've ever used. For really wet conditions I prefer Snow Proof. Years ago my Grandad and I used Huberds Shoe Grease. We used to buy it at the little country store in Lewisburg, KY. It was truly the best I've ever used, but haven't been able to find it for years.

I prefer leather laces. Can't always find good ones, but when you do, you can keep them in shape for years with Neetsfoot Oil.

Once the heels start to wear down, get them replaced. You don't have to walk in a crooked heel boot for very long before you will cripple yourself.

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