Overview
Watch a detailed 24-minute video showcasing the complete manufacturing process of 8-9oz Bullhide Leather boots by Nicks Handmade Boots. Follow the journey from raw materials to finished product, featuring the new Walnut Bullhide leather known for its legendary toughness and natural pebbling that maintains suppleness despite being thicker than standard work leathers. The video breaks down each step of the handcrafting process including cutting (0:00), skiving (0:57), sewing (2:44), installing hooks and eyes (7:41), lasting (8:37), bottoming (13:18), sole stitching (16:40), heeling (17:14), sanding (18:31), finishing (20:51), and reveals the final product (23:09). Perfect for those interested in traditional bootmaking techniques, American craftsmanship, and premium leather goods.
Syllabus
00:00 Cutting
00:57 Skiving
02:44 Sewing
07:41 Hooks and Eyes
08:37 Lasting
13:18 Bottoming
16:40 Sole Stitching
17:14 Heeling
18:31 Sanding
20:51 Finishing
23:09 Final Product
23:32 Outro
Taught by
Nicks Handmade Boots