In a previous thread, the ?? of "boot care" arouse. Here are some of my thoughts.

NOTE - if this is not the proper place for this thread , please move..

I live in the Pacific North West. I wear several styles of Moccasin "Boots". & the conditions are varied. ( Water (lots of rain), Chemicals (oil, etc. on the streets), Snow ( when hunting & "treking") These suggestion are based on my own experience & suggestions from others ( muzzle loading buddies)

NOTE these suggestions are NOT for "suede" type leathers.

I. Cleaning - IMPORTANT.
Remove all surface dirt. ( use warm water & a sponge to take off the surface dirt.
Scrub with a GOOD saddle soap or a GOOD leather cleaner. ( NOTE - DO NOT simply buy off the "shelf". Check with a GOOD boot dealer ( like Red Wing, Whites etc.) or a Saddle shop. Many "cleaners contain Chem.s etc. 0r can seal the leather & not allow the preservative to penetrate)) I use a product that is used for saddles ( my daughters introduced me to the product)

II DRY - Let throughly dry ( DO NOT try to "hurry" the process by placing close to a heater ( you can use a hair dryer on LOW HEAT, but best to let them dry "Naturally)

III. Water proofing & preserving - NOTE- I do Not like any product that contains SILICONE or Mink oil (for boots)I use a product made by Whites Boots". " Whites Boots Preservative"( they have several products, but this is the best IMHO. This company is one of the finest maker of work boots in the country ( logging, hunting, etc.) http://www.whitesoutdoor.com/store/s...eases+%26+Oils Another source to check would be you Red Wing store.
A. Warm the boot with a hair dryer (low heat)
B. Massage in the preservative completely (use the dryer to keep the boot warm & product "liquid". Let the boot cool & then reapply. ( keep doing this untill the boot will take no more )

I hope this helps

Puffer