Alden Indy boots...do you put anything on them?

[apba1166]

Wondered if anybody who has these, oils them, or do you just let them go?

 

[Bruce Wayne]

Shortly after I got my Indy boots, i applied several thin layers of a Pecards like substance to them. Between each thin layer I melted the coating in with a blow dryer. If you deciede to use regular shoe polish on them, make sure that it is netural. If you use a coloured shoe polish, it will permantly stain the white moc toe stitching.

 

[Bruce Wayne]

Also, if my boots need cleaning, I personally use Lexol cleaner because it is easier to use & dries faster than saddle soaping them.

 

[53Effie]

I have coated mine a couple of times with Barbours Thornproof Dressing and have since polished them occasionally with brown polish. That has toned down the white stitching a bit without totally eliminating it. I am pleased with the way they look.

 

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I just let mine go. I'll use some stuff I got from Red Wing when I think they need it.

 

[JanSolo]

Here's my tutorial on waxing Alden 405s:

http://www.thefedoralounge.com/show...s...a-tutorial-for-those-who-dare!&highlight=

This is how they look now:

 

[53Effie]

Jan's original post is where I got the idea for using the Barbours. The appearance of my boots is very similar to his...maybe not quite as dark; but the polish has also helped in that regard. I thought they were a bit too much of a rusty red tint when new. Suits me better now.

 

[CC-1]

I just used shoe polish on mine- I like the Lincoln brand the best. Marine Cordovan is excellent on the Alden cordovan loafers too.