How can I soften the stiff leather on my boots?

I bought a pair of leather boots, but I need to soften the leather. Does anyone know how I can soften the leather without ruining the boots?

How can I soften the stiff leather on my boots?
leather cream....not saddle soap....but leather cream.
Reply:just wear them till they are broke in
Reply:mink oil, it comes in a can like a shoe polish in a solid form you use a rag to put it on
Reply:Wearing them alot...saddle soap...some people like to get the boots wet, and then let them dry while they are wearing them.


Why not call where you bought the boots, or talk to a boot-maker, and ask thier advice? Depending on the type of material...there may be different answers.
Reply:with my army boots i fill them up with very warm water. let them dit for about 30 min. then i wear them until they are dry. but army boots are very tough,
Reply:Wearing them is owten the best way. This sounds silly but I use it when I get new work boots. Put a plastic shopping bag over your sock before you put your boot on. It alows your foot to slip around a little and should reduce the chances of getting blisters.
Reply:well here in australia there is alot of leather and the country people use emu oil and rub it on their leather goods. It makes it shine and provides a protective coating while softening due to the qualities that it contains. I see they sell it all the time in the Royal Melbourne Show every september.



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