I have been contemplating a pair of Iron Rangers for a rugged boot that will still look smart with casual dressy slacks or jeans, but I have been reticent because I did not think that they would take a polish. You have totally changed my mind about that - these boots look amazing and perfect for my needs. Thank you so much for the great video!

I watched your video, and I felt it was the best among any shoe care videos. Thanks to you, I'm getting a new pair of boots, and I believe I'll be able to enjoy the best aging experience, all thanks to you :)

Beautiful. Such a timeless boot. Just performed this tonight with my rangers. Such a satisfying process. Awesome video!

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed!

Stunning! Cheers from Minnesota, and just down the road a ways from Red Wing.

I love to shine the front and back and just brush the polish everywhere else, it just accentuates the shine even more. I got this pair of Oxblood 213's from Red Wing and brown polish just makes the blood look richer.

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! And a shine on the Oxblood rangers always looks epic !

I dig the shined look. Definitely looking squared away. These boots never look bad. Even with the worn look. Well conditioned and a nice light shine accentuates the quality of the leather.

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

The beauty of oiled leather is that it can take a beating and always manage to clean up nicely.

Great video! Wondering exactly what you used to wash the laces in. As well as what was that you used to get the soap foamed up in?

Your videos are very relaxing 💤

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much !

Great video, thoroughly enjoyed that.

Great job man! I watched till the end 😅👍

Excellent cleaning process. In my opinion, the before look is better.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! To each their own. Some people love the worn look. I'll admit, I love cleaning and maintaining boots but worn boots just look cool 😁

@MOST415

2 жыл бұрын

I said the exact same thing in my head. If only we could have the best of both worlds.. a cleaned, conditioned boot, with the worn look.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

@@MOST415 it's hard to do so. Mainly because a worn look also means the leather is probably dry and once you add conditioners it deepens the color. Oh well guess that just means we gotta wear them more ! 😉😁😁😁

@Orlanzepol123

Жыл бұрын

I like the mat and worn out look too but the ones he just finished cleaning and polishing will wrinkle as soon as you start walking in them. The leather will soon become mat because the leather will soak up a lot of the products applied. I think that leather always has a rough look which comes back as soon as they’re worn after cleaning.

Super good to clean!!!

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😄

This is some of the best ASMR on KZread

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much !

@mrandmrscorona8658

2 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrandmrscorona8658 THANK YOU 😄😄

@gerardogomez3192

Ай бұрын

Asmr?

That final gentle tap… they need that. Great care. Loved the shine.

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much !

Better than new. Thank you for sharing. 😎

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you !!

A big difference in the end is that, there are shoe trees in the cleaned boot, but not in the unclean boot, so the clean boot looks fuller/tighter.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. I hope you enjoyed the video

Stumbled onto your channel during a browsing frenzy. Love it. Background music down JUUUUST a smidge would be perfect. This is great stuff. Look forward to more content and wish for continued subscriptions for your channel! Cheers!

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I agree. I've actually started only using the music st the start and end of the vids. I hope people like that more. You get to hear all the sounds in between.

@juicebox86

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe excellent! Really got some stress melted away today thanks to this.

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Very happy to hear that !

@biologistjim4905

2 жыл бұрын

The music if fine, it’s lower than the road noise.

@christopherss9175

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe can you tell me what the name the music?

Wow 😳 perfection.. nice and shinny

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much !!

Checking out my analytics and see that your video points viewers to mine and wanted to say thanks! Keep up the awesome work! You’ll be at 1k subs soon. I just added one. Cheers!

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I really appreciate it.

@YeahBuddy

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe Yeah Buddy! Your video is solid and gives me something to aspire to with respect to ASMR.

Great video, I have a pair of Iron Rangers in Oxblood and I would like to maintain that original shine/factory new look. Do I just copy and follow your method (using the same products)? My concern is accidentally changing the color/look of the original boot. How would you recommend I go about it? Thanks again for the awesome content. You have a new subscriber

Nice job 👍. Bick 4 is a great conditioner.

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It really is. Especially to help keep light colors from darkening!

I can't stop smiling after watching this splendid Red Wing Iron Ranger Clean & Care ASMR video. Not only because I absolutely loved it but also after reading ridiculous comments from some "I-know-better" tryhards, ignorants and your responses to them. They are as smooth as great the boots look after you've taken care of them. Thanks, best video I've seen so far today and I was looking >exactly< for that. I'm just waiting for my two (used) pairs of classic Mocs from RW to arrive (should be tomorrow) and I'm preparing to cleaning the shit out of them during the weekend. I will mimicate the procces on my Iron Rangers too. I'm only jelous mine are black, so they won't have that beautiful patina. :)

Good job, I wouldn't have used the wax at the end, though for the high polish look, I would have just used the brush after using the cream and left them at that.

Great now I know how I'm going to clean my Iron rangers, and have a beer while doing it!

Very impressive shine.. but little too much work for shoe laces. FYI Red Wing offers free cleaning & laces for life. If your boots not Seconds. I get all 9 pairs of my Red Wing clean & condition and new laces 3xs a year. Good luck 👍✌️

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! I clean my laces so they last longer. I don't replace laces unless I absolutely need to ( I don't like to make trash ). I did not know redwing did that. That's is good to know. I prefer to clean my own shoes/boots but maybe if I'm ever feeling lazy I'll try them out.

You must have been in the service. Nice boot care and shine.

I have a pair of thrusday boots I like. Maybe these will be my next boot . Or the Blacksmith.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Iron Rangers or Black Smiths are both great choices. 😄👍

Do you think I could use that ultrasonic cleaner for my set of false teeth?

Estou no seu canal mas nao ta tendo video novo. Amei teu trabalho muito bom. Parabéns! Me. Distrai muito ver voce limpando calçados.esses sons de passar escova com sabão. Limpar e escovar e muito relaxante gostei de coraçao mesmo. Excelente profissional. Um abraço e muita saude. aqui do Brazil

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much ! its great to see you coming back again and again. Thank you for the support !!

You made your boots look awesome and unbelievable. Great job. I have the exact same boot but didn’t get in depth with shining them all up yet. But great video.

@TheGlassToe

7 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed it. It's always nice to show our hardworking boots some TLC

After you soaped it up, did you just spray on water?

Nice video, great background music

Pretty Good Procedure !!!

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much !

Awesome Tips!!

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you !

Could you please tell me, what the cleaning liquid for the laces was?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

The liquid is just EZ cleaner.

What’s the device you’re cleaning the laces in? Where can I get one?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

It's a small ultrasonic cleaner. You can find them on Amazon 😄.

What type of brushes are those and I’m assuming that’s an ultrasonic cleaner you used for the laces?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

I use various brushes. The ones in the video are by trolly car. Yes that was an ultrasonic cleaner. Thank you very much for watching

Awesome Stuff!

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you !!

Awesome video. Inspired me to clean my boots lol. What brush were you using to apply the saddle soap?

@darrinhorton

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure what brand of brush his was but use a horse hair brush for saddle soap and for polishing.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

I'll link the exact one on this vid tomorrow. I have it linked in the last 2 vids I posted in the description. I need to add the links to all my vids tho. It is a horsehair brush tho.

@Interstate8492

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe I’ll take a look in the other videos. Thank you!

I feel asleep, I woke at the end, did you buy new boots 🤗 Great video, I guess I got to relaxed 😕

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

NICE WORK!

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you !!

Also, you have a big list of lots of products here in your description. What exactly did you use on these Iron Rangers??

I sub. And liked. Great Video!!!

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much ! I appreciate the sub and support!

Where can I get that soap and detail brush?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

You can pick up both from Amazon. Soap is saddle soap and the brush is a dauber.

Wow amazing.

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you !

What is that you clean your laces with? A jewelry cleaner?

Should you wait a day for boots to dry after using soapy water/foam to clean it up?

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

It depends on how saturated the boots get. If it has been a while since the last clean usually the leather is really dry and will retain water. Give it a day or so and then continue. Simply feel the leather for any wetness. As soon as it's dry it's good to go. You do not want to trap any moisture in the leather with the other products so it's best to wait and ensure it's dry.

Did You wait for the leather to be dry? Before applying the conditioner

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

Awesome

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Edwin

Wonderful

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Need a list of all the stuff used in this video, particularly whatever the black bowl (mortar?) is

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

I added the list of everything I use to the description. The bowl is a Mortar ( molcajete ) I got from smart and final. I don't have a link for that.

I wasn’t going to get these until I watched this with my eyes closed with high fidelity headphones!

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Can you add a link for the saddle soap bowl?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately not. It's a plastic Molcajete I got at a super Markey. I haven't ordered one from Amazon to try to recommend.

What's the white stuff you are using? Saphire wax?

@TheGlassToe

6 ай бұрын

In the tin ? Yes. Clear wax

What was that thing you put the laces into?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

It was an ultrasonic cleaner.

@guylewis7418

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe thank you.

❤

Are these boots waterproof or water resistant.

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Resistant

where found this shoe,,plz

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

They are from RedWing. Model Iron Ranger

Reminds me of people and their cast iron pans. The appeal of said items is their simplicity, durability and ease of care. And yet there are entire communities devoted to over wrought pampering that makes ownership into a stewardship of obscure craftsmanship rivaling exotic animal husbandry.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Join the cult 😄

nice job

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

What kind of dauber brush are you using ? Who makes that one ??? Nice

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

I added the link for you 😁. It's labeled Dauber.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

It'll be in the video description now

Which color iron rangers were they?

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Amber Harness

Sir, how old are these pair of boots ? Also, what do you wear them for (work, casual, dress)?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

They are around 5 years old I believe. They are my go to boots. I don't necessarily baby them but I don't abuse them. I'll wear them when doing light carpentry, wrenching on my car or motorcycle but nothing that I'd call them work boots. I clean them up for dress but I also wear them casually. The Iron rangers are the boots I always tend to wear.

@shirts2003

2 жыл бұрын

How often do you clean them? Only asking cause I’m considering purchasing this same pair of boots. After 5 years your boots look gorgeous. I wear a pair of their moctoes for work. Oh and are they as comfortable as they claim? Was your break in period long?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Cleaning them, like I did in the video, depends on how dirty I get them. If they are dirty enough to me I do this cleaning for a deep clean. Normally I dust off after ever wear and put boot trees in them. I give them a little conditioning once a week or every other week and a little wax once every 2 weeks. I may wash them, like in the vid, once a month or every other as long as they don't get excessively dirty. The break in period was about 2 weeks. I would buy them and then go straight to work in them or do anything that would last hours. After break in they are extremely comfortable. I love wearing them

Those are still in great shape

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Yes they are 👍

@mignav464

2 жыл бұрын

They can't be very old, my guess would be a year max.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

@@mignav464 about 4 to 5 years old. Obviously with a resole tossed in.

Where do you get those brushes?

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

I buy them from a local shop.

@raizt1596

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe are they boars hair or something different?

Not fault finding, each is to his own but I wouldn't use wax polish on my boots. Unless it's my dress boots. It will be harder to nourish the boots next time without removing the wax 1st. But if you are going for that glossy look, than by all means. 👊

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

100% correct. Only multiple wax layers for special occasions. One or two coats is fine to help keep the boot protected. A light layer will wear off by the time it's conditioning time. A thick layer won't allow for proper absorption

Alguien me pudiera me pudiera dar información de dónde conseguir unas botas cómo estás del vídeo, me gustaron demasiado, se lo agradeceré. 👍

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Los Botas son del marca Red Wing - Iron Rangers. Tambien puedes mirar la marca Thursday Boots - Captain.

@miguelcp9453

2 жыл бұрын

Red wing iron rangers y tienen un costo alrededor de los 300 dlls

By the look of these, they’ve been worn for maybe a week. This was not a restoration but an over the top maintenance. Also do not use saddle soap. It changes the color of the leather and dries it out. All you need is mink oil after using water to clean of dust/debris. As far as ASMR goes, great video.

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍. The boots are 10yrs old. Saddle soap always used. I just take care of them.

@MrBentleyvision

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe They didn’t use that bottom, sole or other parts 10 years ago. You showed everything that proves that’s a red wing from 2020-2021. Great ASMR video.

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

@@MrBentleyvision I think you are thinking of the mini lug sole, which are the new soles. Mine don't have that. They are also time coded 2013 so my appoligies not quite 10 yrs just yet.

@MrBentleyvision

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe they would still be leather bottom in 13. Unless you barely wear them the leather isn’t broken in either

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

@@MrBentleyvision you are 100% correct. I don't even own iron rangers, this video is CGI.

I can’t believe this video ended!!

@TheGlassToe

4 ай бұрын

OR DID IT !!!

I have a pair of those in the same color that I use for work. Crazy how much more beat up mine look lol. I put mink oil on them and they're taking on kind of a maroon patina. I really like it.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Mink oil is great for work boots.

The before boot is how they look new. I just bought so I know. The shined boot is great but it’s not “natural” look for rough and tough leather.

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

No the shine is not the standard finish but was what I wanted. The before was not new or clean. These boots are several years old. They were not filthy but not clean.

@steveonaga

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe you should have left them as is looked better

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

@@steveonaga we all have opinions.

@gingerjam2192

2 жыл бұрын

@@steveonaga He can do whatever he wants with his shoes, at least he has an unusual and unique version the 8111. I like both versions mat and shiny. I keep in mind the recipe.

@kylemartinez5154

2 жыл бұрын

@@steveonaga That’s a really good idea. Let him know what else you like so he can tailor his style to appease you.

Don’t forget to condition insole if you don’t it will crack overtime

I suspect your boots never go off-road? Mine are 3 days old and have more wear than that

@TheGlassToe

6 ай бұрын

They only go off road, walking on the road is dangerous, might get hit by a car.

So nice and shiny, what she said😂

Lovely job but I prefer the matt look. They looked perfect before the saphir process but that’s just my opinion. Also, when I do mine, I clean the sole first. It makes all the difference and it’s the part people never seem to clean. Also, wash out the laces under cold water. You saw the dirt they were sat in so a good wash out will make them last longer. The creases look lovely and they look well used!

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Everyone had their own way of doing things. What's important is that we are taking care of our hard working boots 😄

@OliverReilly1

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe true, but cleaning the sole also gives you the chance to inspect for damage and things stuck in the sole like glass and sharp stones and you can address those or pick them out before they become a problem, whereas you can’t see that if they’re dirty. I’m not saying you’re wrong or your video isn’t good in any way, I’m just letting other people know what else they can do

Cleaning an already clean shoe? What's the point? Anyway good video!

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Because I like chaos. Thanks

really like the video..... Metallica hidden song lmao

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! I'm glad you enjoyed the vid 😄

Nice video, but Saphir Medaille d’Or Mirror Gloss makes skin more darken.

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I’ve never seen amber harness leather that shiny! Bravo.👌

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much !

Don't recommend wax on oiled leather. Use Saphir for Greasy Leather. Neets Foot Oil if you want more water proofing.

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

I used wax for the shine, not for waterproofing. Nothing wrong with wax on oiled leather. Only concern here would be altering the texture of the leather the Iron Rangers come in, which I am aware of and prefer. But yes if you want to keep the standard texture an oil or greasy cream is ideal.

@steveonaga

3 жыл бұрын

I use looking for obenoffs boot oil on mine

@kevincarter1203

3 жыл бұрын

@@steveonaga Thanks, I'll have to give it a try.

@raizt1596

2 жыл бұрын

What's wrong with wax on oiled leather? The only thing I didn't like about it is that it darkened the leather a bit and it loses a bit of character, but the shine looks great.

And are these good boots for HVAC technicians?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

I'd assume so depending on how you like your boots. Some people like alpt of cushion. I personally get sore feet and get tired being on my feet the softer the soles are so I like these. They are not rock hard or anything, just stiff. Durability wise definitely

How do you get dried up cow shit and mud off them without scratching the leather more?

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Probably let it try, do the whole smack against something hard ti get the most off and then use a semi stiff brush to knock the rest off. After use warm soapy water to scrub the rest off. If you are trying to avoid scratching the leather it's just going to take more time. There is no secret to it. Gentle scrubbing with an appropriate brush until it comes off. If you are doing it to IRs remember that specific leather scratches easily and also removes easily. So you can scratch the hell out of it, as long as you aren't scraping the leather, the conditioning that will follow will "erase" most if not all scratching. I've never had to remove feces from boots, but you may want to use a vinegar/EZ cleaner do disinfect. I hope that helps. If I can do anything else to help lmk.

@uscorg

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe to be honest I just use an old toothbrush under running water in the sink, let them sit to dry then use black rock on them and wear them to work again. They are ok boots but don’t really classify as what i would consider a work boot anymore, maybe 80 years ago I would but not anymore. Still not bad I don’t work a boot as hard as I once did so maybe they will be alright

These are brand new boots. I’m very confused.

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

It's ok.

@seth_5394

3 жыл бұрын

It's for those who enjoy ASMR. It has little to nothing to do with cleaning.

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

@@seth_5394 It is for ASMR but it has everything to do with cleaning. This is how you would clean these boots. People's idea of "dirty" or "worn" is so skewed because of the lack of care people have for their shoes. The leaves of Dirt on these shoes is the ideal amount for routine cleaning, but people abuse shoes, especially boots for the sake of the " Rugged look". These boots are actually several years old. They look new because of the proper care they have received.

@seth_5394

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe I don't understand what "the leaves of dirt" means. It's all good my friend, I'm just poking fun. I see nothing wrong with your method and certainly proper care adds to the life of the boots. What it means to be dirty is somewhat subjective. I regularly drive by a car wash near my home and wonder what some of the cars in line are doing there because they look clean to me. But I have a friend who judges anyone who doesn't wash their car every other day and calls them lazy for it. No, those boots were no where near dirty. But then again, I was in the Marines back when we had to polish boots and press uniforms every fuckin night and now my standards have relaxed a bit lol. Nice video!

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

@@seth_5394 I meant the level of Dirt lol. And no problem, not a hostile comment at all. I just meant that dirty for most people meant caked on Dirt and grime. I get alot of " Those aren't dirty" when in fact they are, but then again if everyone took care of leather like they were supposed to I wouldn't have a job lol.

You spent more time doing what You did to that one work boot , that I've ever done to every work boot and dress shoes I've EVER owned !!!! If Your work boot requires THAT level of maintenance , You have to reconsider Your definition of WORK boot !!!!

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

I spent even more time editing the video. Thanks for watching 😄

@johnhoward7298

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe OCD ( just saying ) LOL

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

😁😁

Ah, did I just see someone washing their boot laces? I need to rest now, mercy…

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

You most certainly did. Enjoy your rest !

Come on what's with the gloves

@TheGlassToe

3 жыл бұрын

My hands are camera shy, sorry. Were working on it.

Whats with the soft spa music. These are heavy duty work boots not womans underwear

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes work boots just want to feel like ladies underwear. They work hard, let them relax.

They looked better before IMO.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Opinions welcomed 😄

@camarocarl7130

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe Nice job, but they are not dress shoes. The wear and tear leaves a nice patina.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

@@camarocarl7130 they are whatever the owner wants them to be. True leather patina cannot be cleaned off, what may he mistaken as patina was only dirt and dryness.

@camarocarl7130

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGlassToe Perhaps, but now you have clogged the pores with unnecessary wax. A clean and Bick 4 is all that is needed IMO. They look silly now.

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome to do whatever you want to your boots and shoes 🍻

Блестят , как котовые яйца!!!

All you had to do was stop after the Bickmore, mirror shine? On oiled harness leather? You just ruined that man’s boots but tap them twice, it’s alright😂🤦‍♂️

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

By that logic, don't use Bickmore. It's not an oiled leather condition 🤷‍♂️. Ruined his boots ? Good thing I'm a restoration expert than 😁

Iron Rangers aren’t supposed to shine though.

@TheGlassToe

5 ай бұрын

And yet.... they do 😲

You are meticulous. Now go walk in the mud! Thanks for the tips re technique.

I call bullshit! One boot is the new book and one boot is a used boat I can tell by the crease behind the toe cap and one heel is new and one is worn

@TheGlassToe

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! I love when people think I switched out one boot for a new one. It means I'm doing my job properly.

Traffic noise

@TheGlassToe

Жыл бұрын

Yes