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Shannon Maye asked in PetsHorses · 9 years ago

Best way to stretch field boots?

I finally bought a pair of tall boots. I figured the zip-ups would be easier (and they were clearanced). Of course, ordering online, it was iffy about getting them to fit right. Needless to say, they're a bit too tight. They aren't tight enough to warrant me getting the next bigger size, since they should stretch as I wear them. They just need to be a hair wider so I can get them on comfortably to break them in. What's everyone's favorite way to stretch them? I've been told a few different methods, and just want some more opinions.

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  • Anonymous
    9 years ago
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    Easiest DIY method is to bring a kettle to a boil and hold the boot over the steam. Then put the boot on while it's still hot - the steam will soften the leather, and make it easier to manipulate (stretch). It also won't damage the leather. It would also help to wear nice thick socks. Repeat this process a couple of times, and wear the boots around the house for the day, or until they feel more comfortable. Tried and tested method :-)

  • ?
    Lv 4
    4 years ago

    you are able to desire to purchase stretching liquid from a shoe shop or a shoe restore save which you paint onto the boot - basically verify you get a style it is formulated for use on guy made materials. it quite is fairly helpful to take the boots to a shoe restore save in any case, as they could have a stretching device which will stretch the calves out for you. i'm fantastically specific that a solid shoe restore save could additionally regulate the in good shape of the shaft of the boot if stretching isn't sufficient, yet that would in all possibility be superb left as a final motel, considering the fact that I think of it may be quite costly. solid luck!

  • 9 years ago

    I would just take them to a shoe repair shop. A shoe repairman can do it quickly in under 20 minutes, and probably wouldn't charge you much of, it doesn't take a lot of effort on their part.

    They would most likely ask you where you want them stretched, put in their stretching device, spray a special alcohol/water solution, heat the leather, let it sit for a few minutes, and they would be good to go.

    Source(s): My dad was a repairman for 25+ years, and needless to say has stretched many of my boots :)
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