Shoe Repair

[lobstadanca]

Is there a shoe repair place around this area? I found an old post recommending Demo Shoe Repair in Laconia, but I'm not sure it's still open. Thanks!

[upthesaukee]

Daub's Shoe Repair, Main St Laconia. right in the downtown area. Here's the website.

http://shoerepairnh.com/

[Major]

Daub's Shoe Repair, Main St Laconia. right in the downtown area. Here's the website.

http://shoerepairnh.com/

I just had an old pair of wingtips refurbished by Daub's. He did a terrific job. Highly recommend them.

[Airedale1]

+ 1 for Daub's! We are fortunate to have him here. True old world craftsmanship, combined with great customer service and very reasonable prices.

[lobstadanca]

I knew I could count on my lake friends!! It's great to know that we can have our favorite shoes fixed. Thanks!

[Outdoorsman]

I have never understood the concept of shoe repair so this seems like the perfect thread to educate me.

How is it more cost effective to repair a pair of shoes rather than just purchase a new pair? IMO, if they need repair, it is for aesthetic reasons so why would the insoles not be in need of repair as well? I must admit that I do now own a pair of shoes that retail for over $125 so that may well be the caveat to my delima.

[Slickcraft]

I have never understood the concept of shoe repair so this seems like the perfect thread to educate me.

How is it more cost effective to repair a pair of shoes rather than just purchase a new pair? IMO, if they need repair, it is for aesthetic reasons so why would the insoles not be in need of repair as well? I must admit that I do now own a pair of shoes that retail for over $125 so that may well be the caveat to my delima.

There are still some that use high quality leather footwear. My wife has had her horse back riding boots and also paddock boots repaired. Normally new heals/soles but maybe just a few stitches. I have had leather hiking boots repaired. Yes the shoes that most of us wear every day go in the trash when new are bought.

[upthesaukee]

I have never understood the concept of shoe repair so this seems like the perfect thread to educate me.

How is it more cost effective to repair a pair of shoes rather than just purchase a new pair? IMO, if they need repair, it is for aesthetic reasons so why would the insoles not be in need of repair as well? I must admit that I do now own a pair of shoes that retail for over $125 so that may well be the caveat to my delima.

My father sold shoe linings to shoe companies back in the 60's, 70's, and 80's. Shoe manufacturers back then were Nettleton, Frye, Wolverine, and so many others that I can't remember.

I still have a pair of Frye western boots I got in the early 80's and have had them soled and heeled twice, total cost was probably around $40 or so. The boots were around $150. I have had shoes in the past that were in the $70-80 range, and again, heels or soles / half-soles were a means to extend the life of comfortable, well made shoes.

I currently have one pair of black dress shoes that I wear when on parade with a band I belong to, or when I am in my tux. These shoes have leather soles and leather heels, and are also made with quality leather uppers. When the time comes, and it won't be that far in the future, I will have new heels put on.

Shoes can last for years, but it is necessary to provide preventative care for the shoes. I place cedar shoe trees in my dress shoes to keep their form, and to help dry the interior of the shoes.

When I worked in an office environment, I had 3-4 pairs of shoes at any given time and would generally not wear the same pair of shoes two days in a row to allow the shoes to dry out on the inside (and according to my wife, air out:eek::D).

Shoes today overall are disposable shoes. Wear 'em, and when they need new soles (probably glued on rubber soles), throw them away and go to the outlet shop, or Walmart, and get another pair.

If you have a quality pair of shoes, properly care for them (leather conditioner, shoe polish, and keeping the shoes clean), and do the occasional replacement of soles and or heels, they will last for many years.

Thanks Dad, for my shoe education. ;)

[Cindido]

I have a pair of old LL Bean boots (a gift from the hubby) that were recently sent back to be repaired. Bean replaced the bottom portion and I still have nicely "broken in" upper parts that are as comfy as ever. A fraction of the cost and since the boots are back ordered I didn't have to wait for a "new" pair. :)

[Lakemamma]

We love Daubs. He is very good on prices and he is very friendly and helpful. He won't take something in if he can't fix it.