Is it possible to 'shrink' shoes?

[riotshield]

I bought a pair of used Chelsea boots. The length is fine but the width feels like it was stretched some, so I feel my foot sliding around a bit sideways. Can anything be done to shrink the leather for a tighter fit? Thanks

 

[gdl203]

Originally Posted by riotshield

I bought a pair of used Chelsea boots. The length is fine but the width feels like it was stretched some, so I feel my foot sliding around a bit sideways. Can anything be done to shrink the leather for a tighter fit? Thanks

Never heard of safe methods to shrink shoes but if it's too wide at the toe box, you may want to consider a very thin half insole ?

 

[sho'nuff]

i heard that liquid can shrink leather, water, blood, etc.

like the famous gloves.
if it don't fit, you have to acquit


just kidding, you cannot shrink the leather properly other than unstitching everything and relasting it.

 

[mack11211]

The dryer.

 

[jett]

wear a thicker sock, or alternately wear a second pair of socks on top of your normal socks.