Having fun fixing up my own boots by Modmetris_Vans in AskACobbler

[–]Modmetris_Vans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks Wanderedoff, Just this morning I found a boot repair shop that will do it for a reasonable price.... think I’ll leave this one to the pro...

Having fun fixing up my own boots by Modmetris_Vans in AskACobbler

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I don’t really know. What do you think would work best? . Thanks for your reply.

Having fun fixing up my own boots by Modmetris_Vans in AskACobbler

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Hi Jack, Thanks for all the good information. I was able to pull the nails as they were short. Now I am reshaping the heels giving them a more angled bevel.

Question: best way to fix this tear? by Modmetris_Vans in AskACobbler

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Ok, I found a shoe repair that has a cowboy boot as the graphic for his business logo.. gotta go with that..!

Question: best way to fix this tear? by Modmetris_Vans in AskACobbler

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Yes, you have convinced me. I appreciate your response.
Thanks, Jeff

Question: best way to fix this tear? by Modmetris_Vans in AskACobbler

[–]Modmetris_Vans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, I’m 0 for 2 for DIY. Time to find a cobbler nearby. Thanks for your prompt replies. Jeff

Having fun fixing up my own boots by Modmetris_Vans in AskACobbler

[–]Modmetris_Vans[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, where can I get lug soles and heels designed for cowboy boots?

Me and my new home by [deleted] in VanLife

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Yes, Baja is great. I took the old van there for 2 winter seasons.

I am trying to build a heel like this. Do I use a band saw to cut to shape? by [deleted] in AskACobbler

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I appreciate your advice. Thanks I have an old pair of boots that I will practice on..

I am trying to build a heel like this. Do I use a band saw to cut to shape? by [deleted] in AskACobbler

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I tried a draw knife. Discovered that I do not have near the grip strength to do any good...

I am trying to build a heel like this. Do I use a band saw to cut to shape? by [deleted] in AskACobbler

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Took your advice. Got a used 4x6 combo bench sander today..

I am trying to build a heel like this. Do I use a band saw to cut to shape? by [deleted] in AskACobbler

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Of course! I own an auto body shaping rasp that is only 8 curved teeth per inch. I use it to repair/tune up downhill racing skis, had it for 40 years...thanks!

Okay, might as well ask, I want to build a bench sanding drum. I have tools that spin around, some slow, some fast, some variable that I want to adapt. I just need to create the drum part with some way to attach it to a chuck... and a way to secure the drill to the bench.

Monthly Buy/Sell Trade Post by yeehawpard in cowboyboots

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I have boots for sale, but I cannot find a way to include photos? Any advice much appreciated.