This is the real way that the military do it, well at least the Honor Guard Way.
Spit Shine Spit Shine
Spit Shine Records was created in 1999.
The practice of spit shining boots in the military dates back to World War II. Soldiers used saliva to create a high-gloss shine on their footwear, which became a symbol of discipline and attention to detail. This technique has continued in various military branches, emphasizing the importance of personal appearance and readiness.
spit and shine there hair
they spit on the shoes and then wiped it with a rag which they carry
I presume you're asking about what's commonly known as spit shining. As a former cadet, I can tell you that the procedures you hear about lighting the polish on fire to liquefy it (to get lots of polish on in one application) or lighting your boots on fire, are generally more work than they're worth. You're better off just perfecting your spit shine technique. See this link; http://www.cadetstuff.org/how_to/200201_elliott_bulling.htm
Shoe Shine... something like that!
A fresh combat boot from factory can be shine to a higher shine, but it'll be troublesome in the future, as the layer will get crack because the nourishing layers did not absorb into the boots. However, to achieve the best result, first break in the pair of boots, then wash it with saddle soap. Buff the saddle soap with a brush and then soft cloth for a soft luster. Then apply a layer of leather balm and the boots is good for polishing now.
In the military, we learned how to "spit" shine shoes, although we didn't use spit and they weren't shoes, but boots. You need: some black paste type show polish (for black, I've never tried other colors), a bit of fresh, clean water and cotton balls inaddition to your regular shoe shining kit. First, clean and shine your shoes or boots as normal. Then, dip the cotton balls in the water and add a bit of the shoe polish. Work that into the tip of the show in small circular motions. Continually repeat this step until you've built up a smooth layer of polish that will be absolutely mirror like. The water lubes the polish and allows it to solidify and build up to fill in the pores of the leather. It takes some time and effort, but is very easy to touch up once done.
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you get black polisha nd a cloth and rub it onto the boot until it shines
Yes, patent boots contain what is known as patent leather, which is real leather, but it has been given a glossy sheen that allows the boots to shine and look good.