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Keep the Gore-Tex, Insulated, Lined and anything other than basic leather out of the Neat's Foot Oil.
You can buy a small bottle, brush it on the outside of most boots and be okay, but do not overdo it and actually soak anything but plain leather or canvas boots. Add another coat if the leather still seems stiff or they start to absorb water.
All the Neat's Foot Oil does is soften the leather, make it more pliable and water proof.
While I take a new set of jungle/desert boots, prep the laces, soak them in water till they are saturated, saddle soap them, walk them dry, saddle soap them again, walk them some more, brush on Neat's Foot Oil, apply a heavy layer of polish, burn it on, then shine them again and start wearing them, some you you guys are way too literal and are seriously into overkill.
With the Bellevilles, Rockys, Danners, and other high end lined boots, I would abbreviate the process to saddle soaping them, walking them in, brushing a light coat of Neat's Foot Oil on the outside, walking them in some more, and brush shining them.
Just buy a bottle to start with, no need for a 5 gallon can yet.
TR
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De Oppresso Liber 01/20/2025
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