How to Repair Damaged Leather | Travis Scott AJ1 Restoration
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Published 2022-03-07
Just like a cleaning, Vick started off this restoration by removing the laces and inserting a shoe tree. With the shoe tree snug inside, Vick will be able to put additional pressure on the toe box during the restoration - this step is extremely important for the leather filling and sanding process to be successful. Before the sanding could begin, Vick made sure to trim down the pieces of raised leather and suede near the scratch. With the damaged leather surrounding the scratch removed, it was time to start sanding! In a circular motion, Vick began sanding down the scratch on the tumbled leather using 400 grit sandpaper. Once the leather started to smoothen out, he moved on to 800 grit, and finally 1500 grit.
His plan was to repeat this same process on the scratched suede, but the the 400 grit sandpaper wasn't working as well as he'd like, so he broke out the dremel tool and lightly sanded the suede. The suede may never again be perfect, but the results were night and day! From there, it was time to head back to the tumbled leather toe box and work on filling the scratch. Using Leather World Technologies white leather filler, Vick began the slow process of filling the scratch. As Vick notes, it's important to use a minimal amount in each coat. Caking the leather filler in the scratch will NOT give you a desired outcome, or speed up the process. After each coat, Vick would sand down down the filler using 800 grit sandpaper. The shoe was starting to look great, but there was a noticeable texture difference in the tumbled leather that had received sanding. To offset this, Vick dabbed leather filler on the smooth areas using a scrap piece of tumbled leather, followed by a light sanding using 1500 grit. Note: it's extremely important to let the filler dry before sanding, or the filler will not stick!
With six to seven patient coats applied, it was time for paint! Mixing white, cream, and mist, the Almighty One applied an even coat across the toe box using his angler brush. Prior to the last coat of paint, Vick applied a layer of Krylon matte finish, an extremely important process that protects and seals the paint.
Restoration complete! Let us know what you think in the comments, and as always, thanks for watching!
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All Comments (21)
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Dude! Killed it on this, thought that wouldn’t be repairable. Didn’t know they have leather filller
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great job Vick! never thought that would be repairable, but you made it happen. great job 👍👍👍
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Finally! I’ve always wanted to know how to do this. I’ve seen leather filler used on couches and furniture but I’ve not seen it done an a shoe. This is super helpful! Thanks Vic
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Amazing fix! It’s the simple little things that make a huge difference.
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Vick, just made my business up due to your lessons and "meditation" involved in the process! It is an honor to get this master classes. Going to start to do the same as you here in Portugal! Whenever you come here, give me a ring!! it is going to be a blast!!
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Nice Job Vick!!! You killed it.
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one of the best restoration videos
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How will the filler work after certain wears? It’s a amazing fix for sure. Just wonder if it can stand later creases from wearing
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i love these videos man you got me into the custom restoration and always looking for proper execution
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Wasn't a crazy custom vid that we are used watching to but the delicate work also matters a lot. That is one hell of a good restoration job man.
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fantastic!! I love your works! you're the best! congratulations
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Great to have Vick back!!!
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Dude,One of your best videos ❤
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Wow thanks for this vid, one of my fav things to do in my spare time is cleaning sneakers and I want to start restoring shoes just like Vick 😎
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Vick you deadass are the undefeated sneaker goat 🐐 fr fr
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Insane restauration
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Holy shit!!! ....can't even tell wich one was damaged... great job. 💯
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Keep up the good work Vick it’s nothing you can’t do bro. You a shoe God 😎
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Can you do a video on matching reflections or if it’s possible? I have foamposite holograms and swoosh packs . Great vid btw !
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Yo that's crazyy!!!!!! Great job 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
