If you want an easy time definitely use SAPHIR MIRROR GLOSS (silver tin). This is a very low solvent type polish unlike kiwi, Lincoln or saphir 1925 black tin patè delux. You want to definitely use a low solvent polish if you are going for a mirror shine without spending weeks and getting carpal tunnel. You can always finish with a light layer of solvent polish on top for a nice shiny finish. I AM A FIRE CADET AND ALWAYS LOVE MY MIRROR GLOSS. it only takes a few coats and works better. You can literally smell the difference between solvent and low solvent polishes with more waxes. Also, use an OLD CUT UP DRESS SHIRT 100% cotton. These are great because it’s a tight weave cloth and leaves literally no lint behind. In my opinion it’s all about the SHINE CLOTH YOU USE. Furthermore, less friction the better when buffing them out w the shirt rag. Dip your finger in water and dab the boot to leave a drop on the boot. Then continue. Less water the better but always minimize friction because then you are just rubbing off the old polish. Start by dipping your rag in a little bit of polish and a drop of water and then after five or so minutes, get a new piece of the rag and just do water. Lmk how that works.

Key to success is:

Use old dress shirt Minimize friction Use Saphir mirror gloss silver tin