Definitely take precautions if you go with Barge. Another place to
get it is a "real" hardware store (not Home Depot, Lowe's,
etc.). Shoe Goo works but IS messy. It also needs ventilation as it
is solvent-based, but not anywhere in the class of Barge.
Sandy
At 02:27 PM 5/12/2011, you wrote:
Barge also contains known carcinogens. Its amazingly wonderful
stuff but *do* use it with very good ventilation and a face
mask. You should be able to get it through Tandy Leather. Also
check with local leather apparel shops (biker wear stuff), places
that do leather uphostry or saddle shops to see if they would be
able to do the gluing for you.
Maggie Halberg
-----Original Message-----
From: Lynn Downward <[email protected]>
To: Historical Costume <[email protected]>
Sent: Thu, May 12, 2011 3:08 pm
Subject: Re: [h-cost] Shoe glue
Barge is wonderful with a caveat. My husband repaired his heavy court ren
fair boots several years ago and the place where he used the Barge still is
going strong. The problem with Barge is that it can be dangerous if you
don't use it outside in good ventilation - it causes woozy. It's better than
Shoe Goo but hard to find as many stores have pulled it off their shelves.
LynnD
> -----Original Message-----
> I have a gorgeous pair of child's cowboy boots that are at least 50 years
> old, but the upper is separating from the sole at the heel. A good 3 inches
> is no longer attached.
>
> A shoemaker is not within a manageable distance for me. Would I be
> successful tackling this myself? If so, what sort of glue do I need to look
> for?
>
> Thanks for any advice.
>
> Siobhan
>
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