Breaking in boots

[Ceifer]

I have purchased some beautiful Petrie boots long boots.
I am hoping they drop a little as they are a bit tall but by god the breaking in process is crucifying my feet/legs - I’m not use to really stiff boots having only had Tredstep or Ariats in the past. Any tips on how to speed up the process?!

 

[teapot]

Warm them up and stretch with newspaper; that and wearing them round the house!

 

[dottylottie]

hairdryer, and squats on the bottom step! may be an issue if you live in a bungalow?

 

[silv]

Soak them with the hose when you are wearing them and keep them on as much as you can bear.

 

[Jambarissa]

NAF leather balsam. It'll make the leather butter soft over night.

It's terrible for general cleaning, feels sticky afterwards and builds up but it's magic for softening. It's easy to over do it so just use a bit.

 

[Ceifer]

Soak them with the hose when you are wearing them and keep them on as much as you can bear.

I have heard this but I’m scared of ruining the leather

 

[cobgoblin]

Use a heel raiser if they're digging in the back of your knees.

 

[silv]

I have heard this but I’m scared of ruining the leather

I did that with mine and they were absolutely fine, also heel raisers are great.

 

[Muddywellies]

I would follow the manufacturers instructions. They are too expensive to go spoiling the leather with a concoction of lotions and potions. I just found it took time and lots of plasters to break mine in.