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Originally Posted by KarTek
I purchased a set of vintage MX boots. Being about 30 years old, they're obviously in rough cosmetic shape but they're not torn and the soles are good.
They're mainly scuffed up and I'd like to restore them to a newer condition and return them to their former shiny black appearance.
So, I know nothing about leather restoration but I'm pretty good with painting and dying and I think I could do it if I knew what to buy and where to get it. Anyone have any experience in this area?
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There's some stuff called Hide food that makes leather supple but doesn't soak the leather in the process. It's very hard to do any cosmetic dyeing of boots if the leather has been already treated with conditioner, but if the dye gets in there first, then the dye will last and the conditioner and subsequent oils applied will protect the coating.
You may want to do some research first before you buy/attempt anything.
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