ShaunPug Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 Hey all, since it's pretty clear now that the boots were actually made from a white leather, has anyone experimented with different types yet? The originals have a kind of 'sheen' to them, but I've yet to see a leather that looks quite like it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 Hey all, since it's pretty clear now that the boots were actually made from a white leather, has anyone experimented with different types yet? The originals have a kind of 'sheen' to them, but I've yet to see a leather that looks quite like it. oooooh! Im going to follow this topic with great interest 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haribon72 Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 Show off.... just kidding! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragon_a Posted January 25, 2017 Share Posted January 25, 2017 Wasn't chef looking at this too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaunPug Posted January 25, 2017 Author Share Posted January 25, 2017 Wasn't chef looking at this too? I believe so. I called a Tandy leather near my house and spoke with a guy who was very familiar with the Biker Scouts and said off of the top of his head he thinks it's one of 2 leathers. Forgive me for my ignorance surrounding leather, but he said I if i brought in some pictures he would be able to help a bit more so that's what I plan to do! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dart Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 I once found some white leather that would've been perfect for the boots... but it was severely yellowed and the pieces were just a touch too small to do the barrel of the boots in a single piece. If I had to guess at weight, we're looking at something in the 2-4 oz range. Finish... dunno. It's hard to find leather that has that minimal a grain to it that isn't patent leather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaunPug Posted January 30, 2017 Author Share Posted January 30, 2017 Good to know. I actually was looking at my TK armor and realized that the leather used on the shoes is spot on. I shot an email over to tkboots to see if they can help! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjhenks Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 Any further info on this? I too am looking into real leather. Seems like this is not the common route. Texture is what stumps me. How do these sound for search parameters? - White white. Not off white or anything with some color. - Something with very little grain. Some grain is OK but more smooth than pebbly. - Upholstery or thin weight for the toe and bone for good lay. - 3-4 oz for shaft. - Internal liner may help shaft but probably not needed. With this i am looking at two different pieces of leather which compounds the problem. Wonder if it was shoe patent leather originally???? Any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaunPug Posted May 10, 2017 Author Share Posted May 10, 2017 Alright! We got someone who knows their leather...I think you're pretty close on everything, but I'm no expert. Strider is working with a leather expert he knows over in Germany on this as well. Strider you want to join in on this convo? Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dauitsch Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 Hi have made mine in real white leather and after a bit of research for the closest leather I was able to find which wasnt easy until today. I started doing them, even though the leather was not realy shining and had also a bit of natural texture, I am totally happy with the outcome. After they had been done, I fatted and polished them in order to remove a bit of texture and make them more shiny. As a last step I gave them the weathering and I would say they are well done even if there is always room for improvment in terms of leather that is even ore accurate. Those have definately not been the last pair of boots I made and so for example I am currently in discussion with my leather trader in berlin who will try to find me the most closest leather possible for Striders new boots based on Sierra Hi-Tecs. But have a look on your own... After making: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=17186&view=findpost&p=155029 After weathering: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=17238&view=findpost&p=155317 Bottom Line is: The closest leather to find so far is not pure leather since it has a shiny and glossy layer on top which is not real leather. Anyways, for me Vinyl would not be an option at all and leather would be the only choice 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaunPug Posted May 10, 2017 Author Share Posted May 10, 2017 Hi have made mine in real white leather and after a bit of research for the closest leather I was able to find which wasnt easy until today. I started doing them, even though the leather was not realy shining and had also a bit of natural texture, I am totally happy with the outcome. After they had been done, I fatted and polished them in order to remove a bit of texture and make them more shiny. As a last step I gave them the weathering and I would say they are well done even if there is always room for improvment in terms of leather that is even ore accurate. Those have definately not been the last pair of boots I made and so for example I am currently in discussion with my leather trader in berlin who will try to find me the most closest leather possible for Striders new boots based on Sierra Hi-Tecs. But have a look on your own... After making: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=17186&view=findpost&p=155029 After weathering: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=17238&view=findpost&p=155317 Bottom Line is: The closest leather to find so far is not pure leather since it has a shiny and glossy layer on top which is not real leather. Anyways, for me Vinyl would not be an option at all and leather would be the only choice Looks like I know who is working on my pair of Sierras along with Striders! Good to meet you! Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dauitsch Posted May 11, 2017 Share Posted May 11, 2017 Looks like I know who is working on my pair of Sierras along with Striders! Good to meet you! hehe yes, this would be me... just forgot to mention that you are the shoe supplier, remebered this just after my post was made. Pleasure to meet you as well! ...will update here about the latest leather findings soonish... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted May 18, 2017 Share Posted May 18, 2017 Ah, just stumbled across this thread... great to see introductions have already been made! Shaun, rest assure Boris is the best man for the job 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dauitsch Posted May 18, 2017 Share Posted May 18, 2017 thanks for the flowers Bro! The boots just arrived savely as of today and ill try my best to have at least Shaun´s pair rdy until you depart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dauitsch Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Alrighty Shaun, just received your boots and I can tell I am in tears of love^^ leather is one its way too and I start asap. Could you maybe have an open eye in case you find a pair in size 8 for me? this would be like reaching the stars : D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaunPug Posted May 20, 2017 Author Share Posted May 20, 2017 Alrighty Shaun, just received your boots and I can tell I am in tears of love^^ leather is one its way too and I start asap. Could you maybe have an open eye in case you find a pair in size 8 for me? this would be like reaching the stars : D I'm on the lookout for everyone Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjhenks Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 I finally located my white leather hide. Smooth and bright white. What is your guys opinion on the lining for the boot shaft? Not many picture out there showing the inside of the shaft and the ones that are posted seem to be pleather with no liner. Seems like most real boots are lined with some sort of soft (lamb or pig) leather and it seems they are usually tan. What would a TB have used? White to blend in with the rest? (It's not like they are trying to blend into the forest background) Tan or natural? Am i just being silly and should i use the back side of the hide? I realize i am just gluing this to a standard boot but might as well ask. Matthew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoeben82 Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Hi all, hope you don't mind me jumping into this discussion? I'm a relative noob to this but want to get my boots as screen accurate as possible. I've managed to secure a pair of Sierra Sneakers and provided they fit fine and the sole cleans up OK, i'll get them finished in white leather. I've found a nice (described as recycled) leather about 1mm thick and with very little grain, after useful comments from ShaunPug, I think it'll be suitable for the toe part but will be too thin for the shaft. Can the shaft part be lined at all or could 2 layers of the leather be glued together to increase thickness? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjhenks Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 The leather I am using is a bit thicker that 1mm but worked fine for the toe. (about 1.7mm) For my first go at the shaft I glued my white leather together with 1mm goat leather to make the shaft. That failed and the glue buckled. I used contact cement for a car top as the adhesive. My second go I sewed the two leathers together on thee sides. That worked but the liner leather was way too loose and buckled alot. It really did not lend any support to the outer leather. For my third go I likely will stick with the sewn concept but try to taper the inner liner better to take out the extra material. I am also having a tough time sculpting real leather at the attachment point to the boot so that the dog bone piece comes out smooth. Not sure the best path there yet. I am super pleased though with the rear leather look and feel. If you need some thicker white leather PM me. I have more than i need. Hope this helps. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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