There's a shoe shine stand in a casino a few blocks away from me and I have never seen anyone getting a shine. Most times the station isn't even manned.
I remember getting my shoes shined when I was ten years old to surprise my mom on her birthday. A guy with a makeshift stand on the corner. I think it was 50¢
Obviously businessmen need to get their shoes shined, maybe they get sent out to a nearby shoe repair place. https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=shoe+shine&find_loc=New+York%2C+NY
When I was a kid shoes had to be polished every day. It was a disgrace to go about with unpolished shoes.
I see some shoe shine stands where I am. They're probably very popular with lawyers and business people. There are plenty of shoe repair stores too.
shareI remember the importance of shined shoes and boots when I was in the USMC. I doubt this has changed. Except when one is in the field. You'd be surprised at the amount of wear and tear that goes out there in the field.
To get that perfect shine, means layer upon layer. You know how a Rolls-Royce gets multiple layers of paint for that deep shine? Same concept.
I remember that being referred to as a "spit shine" with my dad. Polished brass was also very important prior to an inspection.
shareNobody, and I mean nobody, takes as much time to prepare their uniform and shoes as the Tomb Guards. As much as six hours a day, perhaps four when you get the know the drill.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiYdI7ec_Cs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4utXb3auOew
The common denominator there and what I grew up with was the good ole Kiwi Black Shoe Polish.
shareDowntown in the business district.
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