A cobbler, also known as a shoemaker or cordwainer, repairs and restores footwear.
- What Kind of Shoes Do Cobblers Fix?
- Cobblers fix dress shoes, boots, moccasins, sandals, loafers, high heels, and more. They also repair leather goods like purses, luggage, zippers, and belts.
Sneakers: Repair and Restoration
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Can Sneakers Be Repaired?
- Sneakers can be repaired and restored by cobblers. Most trainers and sneakers can be resoled.
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How Do Cobblers Repair Shoes?
- Cobblers use barge cement, contact cement, shoe glue, Super Glue, and Gorilla Glue to repair various shoe issues.
Training and Costs
Training to become a cobbler takes about four years. Shoe repair costs range from $5 to $150, with resoling averaging $80 to $150. Certain brands like Allen Edmonds offer recrafting services for their shoes.