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[latestyle]

First, there is much about this sequence that is amazing. From a great pair of chukkas to how a little VSC made them look as good as new. I will be very curious how the saphir works out. When I first joined this forum there were a few discussions on Reno versus VSC and I could not imagine anything better than saphir. Well I ran out of saphir a couple of months ago and picked up what will likely be a lifetime supply of VSC. As someone who has used them both I will say that VSC is definitely better, especially if you're after that 'dipped in liquid glass' look, which I like. Will be interested in your thoughts.

Did you use NEUTRAL VSC ? Thank you.

 

[Shawnc]



Did you use NEUTRAL VSC ?  Thank you. 

Yes. To be honest, I didn't realize there was any other kind.

 

[misterjuiceman]



Did you use NEUTRAL VSC ?  Thank you. 

All the VSC that I've ever seen available is neutral. I've never had VSC or Saphir Renovateur change the color of my leather, though, so I wouldn't worry.

 

[latestyle]

Yes. To be honest, I didn't realize there was any other kind.

Yes. Black, brown, and cordovan are available.

 

[misterjuiceman]



Yes. Black, brown, and cordovan are available. 

Where'd you find those?

 

[qm137]

Thanks for responding so quickly, and for the info. I will check with them.

 

[latestyle]

Where'd you find those?

http://www.zoesmfgco.com/index.html

 

[misterjuiceman]

http://www.zoesmfgco.com/index.html

I've never seen the jars before. Those seem to be a bit more similar to Saphir Renovateur. I'd stick with the standard stuff: http://www.amazon.com/Fore-Supply-Co-Neutral-Venetian/dp/B00A6GAT0Y

 

[Shawnc]



I've never seen the jars before. Those seem to be a bit more similar to Saphir Renovateur. I'd stick with the standard stuff: http://www.amazon.com/Fore-Supply-Co-Neutral-Venetian/dp/B00A6GAT0Y

Same here. Works great and for $40 shipped, the size will likely last a lifetime.

 

[TO Tie Guy]

Never seen VSC before. I use Renovateur but would be willing to switch. Too bad I can't seem to locate any in Canada!

 

[smdbitchh]

 

[smdbitchh]

took these with me on vacation and first time wearing them out since buying last week. Walked a ton. Commando sole is very comfortable.

 

[misterjuiceman]



Never seen VSC before. I use Renovateur but would be willing to switch. Too bad I can't seem to locate any in Canada!

It's not really worth buying VSC until you run out of the Renovateur, but you can get some from Viberg at Workboot.com

 

[NAMOR]

Smd, is that an energy drink of sorts?

 

[batorma]



http://www.zoesmfgco.com/index.html

A GALLON of VSC for $60?! Has anyone actually ordered from this site? That's like a quarter of the cost of VSC from Fore Supply on Amazon.