• KIWI® MILITARY SHOE CARE KIT
• 2 TINS OF BLACK POLISH
• APPLICATOR
• HORSEHAIR SHINE BRUSH
• SHINE CLOTH

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KIWI® MILITARY SHOE CARE KIT

• 2 Tins of Black Polish
• Dauber
• Horsehair Shine Brush
• Shine Cloth
• US Made

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Wandering the vast landscapes, ancient man had to endure hot sand, freezing snow and rugged terrain in order to search for food and other resources. Protecting bare feet from harsh elements made shoes an ingenious advancement. As time went on, shoes became more specialized and a variety of styles were created to tackle specific tasks that were to be undertaken. This led to the birth of the shoe fashion industry that created the demand for shoes that emphasized individuality, personal identity and social class.

It was not uncommon for an aristocratic woman in ancient Greece to have more than 20 pairs of shoes and a servant to care for them. This is no different than the stereotypical, shoe-obsessed Carrie Bradshaw character with over $40,000 worth of shoes but no place to live. British women spend over 1,000 pounds per year on shoes and 10% of British admit women to having at least 100 pairs of shoes. Even the obsessed realize that shoes are important to our health and survival.  They know that poorly maintained or shoes that don’t fit well can cause pain, blisters and other serious conditions. 

There are many reasons to ignore the pressure to consider shoes a disposable product including:

* Saving money.
* Making a very expensive pair last longer.
* Preserving a favorite pair that is no longer made.
* Reusing a pair for a younger child.
* The opportunity to donate your shoes when you no longer wear them.
* Keeping shoes out of landfills.

The basics of maintaining the condition of shoes depends on the materials used to construct them.  Follow the guidelines below to keep your favorite pair of shoes in good condition.

1.  Leather is a very common, durable, and aesthetically pleasing material used in all kinds of shoes. If not taken care of properly, leather is known to dry out, crack, and fall apart. It is recommended that leather shoes be periodically polished to maintain a healthy level of moisture.  Polishing also provides a protective layer that repels water and dirt, keeping your leather shoes impeccably clean and presentable. Shoe polishing products are very easy to find, but if they are not within arms reach, petroleum jelly or castor oil are great buffers with castor oil providing more effective waterproofing.

2.  Suede and nubuck are very similar to leather in look and texture but they are incredibly delicate and easily damaged by water. To prevent suede and nubuck from becoming damaged waterproof them. When these shoes get dirty a soft bristled brush can be used to lightly lift away dirt. There are other products made to clean these materials such as a suede bar which is a product made of rubber used to rub out dirt marks like an eraser. But common household items like masking tape can be used in a similar fashion and are remarkably effective. Sometimes these materials get so dirty that the only way to clean them is to scrape away the top layer of the material.  Consider using a shoe repair shop for this type of maintenance.
 
3.  Shoes made of textile or canvas are not as hard to keep clean. These include your common sport shoes, tennis shoes, or casual walking shoes. These shoes are normally machine or hand washable which makes life very easy. Keeping your shoes clean in general will leave them in wearable condition making you less likely to throw them out. The only drawback to a textile or canvas shoe is that its durability is nowhere near leather. These shoes are produced with the intent of being a disposable product and they do not repair well. Taking care of them by interchanging them with other pairs of shoes will lower the wear and tear compared to a situation where they are used on a daily basis.

There are other generic methods of keeping your shoes in good shape. Using a shoe horn will allow you to avoid breaking down the collar of your shoe, which is the area that wraps around your foot above your heel. Also, a more expensive pair might make it worth the effort of finding a good repair shop.

Even those not obsessed with shoes can benefit by keeping them well maintained.  You can reduce the environmental impact by keeping shoes out of a landfill as long as possible, you will save money and you will be happy to know that your favorite pair of shoes that are no longer made can be worn for years. Your shoes are vitally important in your everyday life, so there is no shame in taking a little extra care of them. 

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Nike, this brand is known by every person in the world today. Nike is an iconic brand with a large market share worldwide. Nike mainly produces athletic shoes, such as basketball shoes, shox shoes, spikes, etc.

Nike produces great in Nike Men and Women Shoes categories, for men, women, boys and girls separately. Nike offers specific athletic shoes for different sports like baseball, football, tennis, basketball, golf, soccer, swim etc. All the Nike shoes are designed according to the needs of the particular games. These are used in most of the international sports tournaments.

Nike shoes are very comfortable whatever the shoes category they are. That is because high-tech technologies have been used in the manufacturing of all Nike shoes, including Nike shocks, woman air Jordan, basketball shoes, etc. Experts have created great technologies to form extraordinary durability and comfort in the shoes, famous technologies are Nike shocks, Nike Max etc. If you are not a sports fan, that doesn’t matter. Nike shoes not only can be used in sports. It is comfortable to wear them for ordinary people in their daily life.

Though Nike shoes are high in quality, I must say Nike shoes are really too expensive for most people. In spite of the love to Nike, some people have to give them up because of the high price. But giving up is not the only way to face the problem. Now there are countless online shops offering Nike shoes wholesale, through which everyone can get his or her favorite Nike shoes. There is a great collection in some online stores. More designs of Nike are right there.

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• Leather footwear maintenance kit with cleaning gel and waterproofing agent
• Gel cleaner removes stubborn dirt and wax on suede, nubuck, or smooth-finish leathers
• Formulated to retain leather’s natural water repellency; ideal as waterproofing prep
• Waterproofing agent conditions and protects leather without over-softening it
• Agent’s mineral waxes, flexible polymers, and tanning agents are completely nontoxic

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Nikwax Nubuck and Suede Footwear Care Kit is designed to give you everything you need for a pair of Nubuck or Suede boots. The cleaning gel removes dirt and residue without harming the leather. Then waterproof your footwear with the Nubuck and Suede Proof for long-lasting protection. Best for Nubuck and Suede leathers and safe for Gore-tex.Amazon.com Product Description
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