Overview
Watch a 27-minute video demonstrating the complete process of rebuilding an old work boot by Nicks Handmade Boots. Follow along as skilled craftsmen take you through each step, from teardown to the final result. Learn about clicking, skiving, sewing, hardware installation, wet lasting, shanking, bottoming, sole stitching and glueing, heel stack construction, sanding, and finishing. Gain insights into why Nicks boots are built to last and can be serviced for years, unlike mass-produced alternatives. Discover the craftsmanship that goes into creating high-quality, comfortable work boots made in Spokane, Washington since 1964.
Syllabus
Teardown
Clicking
Skiving
Sewing
Hardware
Wet Lasting
Lasting
Shanking
Bottoming
Sole Stitching
Sole Glueing
Heel Stack
Sanding
Finishing
Final Result
Taught by
Nicks Handmade Boots