World's Toughest Hot Weather Work Boots - How It's Made - Nicks Handmade Boots

Discover the meticulous process behind crafting the world's toughest hot weather work boots in this 23-minute video from Nicks Handmade Boots. Follow the creation of the Aldert Strider, a low-top work boot designed for roofers and carpenters, from initial cutting to final product. Learn about each step of the bootmaking process, including clicking, skiving, sewing, eyelet installation, wet and dry lasting, shanking, mid-sole attachment, sole stitching, pressing, sanding, and finishing. Gain insights into why Nicks Boots are built to last and can be resoled or rebuilt, making them a durable alternative to mass-produced footwear. Explore the history behind this Spokane, Washington-based company that has been crafting high-quality boots since 1964.

Clicking
Skiving
Sewing
Eyelets
Wet Lasting
Lasting
Shanking
Mid-Sole
Sole Stitching
Sole Press
Sanding
Finishing
Final Result