Reddit reviews Obenauf's Leather Oil Conditions Restores Preserves Dry Leather (16oz with Applicator)

I got it off a post here , applied two coats of Obenaufs oil leather conditioner. Just cleaned them before application with soap let them dry for a day then applied. They look crazy nice in person. Here’s a link to the product I used. Just a tip apply quickly then remove any excess


Obenauf's Leather Oil Condition... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003EAW57E?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

These boots are seriously worth every penny you spent.

White's boots or Nicks boots are the industry standard for forestry workers and wildland firefighters. I would guess that 75% or more of the field going employees and firefighters and the US Forest Service have at least one pair of White's or Nicks.

It looks like you take good care of the leather, but for people who do not have boots or may be looking into getting a pair, make sure you are using Obenauf's Leather Oil . These boots could last another 10 if you rebuild them a few more times and continue to care for the leather.

1. buy leather cleaner, example http://www.amazon.com/Lexol-1115-Leather-Cleaner-Spray/dp/B0002F9YIC/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1346195211&sr=1-1&keywords=leather+cleaner
   
   
2. buy conditioner, I like this http://www.amazon.com/Obenaufs-16Fl-Oz-Leather-16oz/dp/B003EAW57E/ref=sr_1_5?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1346195322&sr=1-5&keywords=mink+oil
   
   
3. apply leather cleaner according to directions
   
   
4. let dry
   
   
5. apply conditioner according to directions

I’ve used both Chamberlains leather milk and Obenauf’s Leather Oil. The Obenaufs is more for restoration and the leather milk is better for maintenance. Both are affordable on Amazon.

Please don't sno-seal them, it will dull the colour so much and not be worth it at all.

I don't know where you reside, but unless you're literally walking through ankle deep wet-slush every day for kilometers, sno-seal is not needed. Just keep them well oiled with Obanauf's Leather Oil, repeating every couple weeks or so, and the leather will take care of itself. Clean salt off them with a damp paper towel as needed.

I have two pairs of Wolverine 1000 Mile boots, and it's winter/wet/slushy for 6 months of the year where I live. If the boots are conditioned with normal boot oil as above, the chromexcel has pretty good water-resisting properties already. I've walked through bouts of ankle deep water, slush, mud and snow, and never have had a problem with getting my feet wet.

Sno-Seal and Obanauf's HDLP will completely dull the colour of your boots, and obscure most of the "pull-up" and patina that makes those 1k miles you have right now look so great. It took me 2 years to wear off most of the HDLP I soaked my rust coloured 1k's in, and they look far better now that the coating has worn off and are no less water resistant.

Three products to get it where it needs to be:

• Fiebing's saddle soap and a horsehair brush (Kiwi makes a decent one for cheap) to clean it up.

• Obenauf's Leather Oil to put the oils back in it and make it soft again. I found a pair of Lucchese boots at a garage sale once that were on the verge of being ruined because they were so dried out. Obenauf's Leather Oil made them look and feel drastically better. This stuff is kind of messy, so do it over some newspaper and maybe wear some gloves. (Do not use the Obenauf's Leather Protector.)

Mink Oil is alright, but you should really check out Obenaufs leather cleaner. It's probably the best leather restorer out there right now. It will turn the leather a darker colour than the mink oil, but it won't leave a nasty white film on top like the mink oil tends to leave.
Honestly, unless you live in a very arid climate, the chances are your crepe sole will need to be replaced before you ever really even need to treat the leather.

Obenauf makes a leather oil that is better for treating/conditioning dry leather.

Saddle Soap is a great product to clean and maintain boots without drying them out.

Red Wing also makes Mink Oil and a number of other leather treatments to weatherproof boots.

You could get him 1 of each, and a cleaning brush and put it all in a wooden cigar box. ($1-5 at a tobacco store) and it would be a great gift.

http://www.amazon.com/Bickmore-Bick-Leather-Conditioner-Ounces/dp/B001CS8G3C

This is the most recommended over at /r/goodyearwelt. I use Obenauf's oil on my boots. I think it'll darken things more than the Bick's will.

I love love love leather dye it really is so easy. I have dyed coats, purses, boots, and a pair of pants so far. I use Fiebings Leather Dye amazon link. There are lots of tutorials out there but I'll tell you what works for me. This is for boots because I wanted them to last, purses coats etc were a lot less steps but anyway!

0-I didn't do this step because the chemical is illegal to buy in California but if you have a coated leather piece, something that's really shiny is usually how you would tell I gather, you would use a leather stripper here. But again I never did this.


1-Wash with Fiebings Saddle Soap


2-After it dries paint on your leather dye. I always did two coats although a lot of times it didn't need it.


3-After that dries buff the item to remove excess dye. If you forget to do that (like I do sometimes) dye will rub off on stuff.


4-Coat the item with something to perseve leather. I use either Obenauf's LP Boot Preservative or Obenauf's Leather Oil


That's it! And I definitely find the item looks a lot better after dye. The Obenaufs makes leather look amazing. And it's not animal oil so I like it a lot more than mink oil say.

Got to keep your boots oiled. I use Obenauf's once every four to six months depending on weather conditions.

Yeah, you probably need a good cleaning with saddle soap. You can get it on Amazon.

Then get a good polishing in with obenauf.


http://www.amazon.com/Obenaufs-Leather-Oil-16oz-Restores/dp/B003EAW57E

This stuff?
Obenauf's Leather Oil Condition Restore Dry Leather (16oz With Applicator) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003EAW57E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_rOz4CbWBSMAD0

Not familiar with the Saphir product, but I use (Obenaufs Leather oil)[https://www.amazon.com/Obenaufs-Leather-Condition-Restore-Applicator/dp/B003EAW57E]

on my CXL Alden Indy's and don't have any issues with water damage after 6 years of pretty un-babied use.

I'm a fan of Obenauf's Leather Oil, doesn't wax the pores like the LP (too heavy for even most footwear, IMO) but will soak in nicely. Wipe down your jacket of excess, and leave to proof somewhere warm for a while.

Spot this guide. I've learned that /u/a_robot_with_dreams is a god with GYW.

Interesting enough, only a few hours ago was I reading about shoe care today. So basically, unless you are trudging through the depths of hell, stick with just leather conditioner. That can be [Venetian shoe cream] (http://www.foresupplyco.com/productDetail.asp_Q_catID_E_48_A_subCatID_E_55_A_productID_E_703_A_strSession_E_11CDE680EB31BEC5B749AC768C51E5CDB07E9B03), Obernauf's leather oil cleaner, or whatever. You will not need all those waxes and such, as mixed in with Obernauf's Heavy Duty LP. Do your best to not use too much conditioner.

Seems like the steps are, when you do your monthly or biannual or whatever schedule conditioning you choose...:

1. Clean that shit up. Wet rag and also a horse brush to clean barnacles off the shoes. If you get a really bad stain or some shitty residue, use leather cleaner.
   
   
2. Allow to dry.
   
   
3. Use a rag or cloth and apply a small amount of conditioner everywhere (not soles obviously...). Do your best not to use too much. Pea shape? IDK, spot another guide. So like at most pea shape.
   
   
4. Dry.
   
   
5. GGEZ
   
   5a. Optional: Polish or wax if you're a clean mofo or likes to get down and dirty like mentioned above. Re: Polishing (and wax?)...seems like it's mostly on dress shoes and formal footwear. Since we're talking about boots, skip
   
   Repeat every blue moon or something.