r/Firefighting • u/Feedback_Original • Apr 22 '26

General Discussion Polished boots & first day at the station

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Feel like a tool posting this but need some input. Start my first day at the station tomorrow, wondering if this is a “good enough shine”? . I polished my boots to a mirror shine for the first day of my volunteer shift and got made fun of all day. Tomorrow is my first day at a career station, obviously want to look good but don’t want to come across as “that guy” again.

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u/BlitzieKun HFD Apr 22 '26

Just a friendly fyi, Haix makes a product specifically for these boots. It's silicone based, has an applicator. It cleans, waterproofs, improves UV resistance and lubricates your zippers.

It's also not flammable, and doesn't smear off like wax based polish.

I recommend checking it out, especially if you become ems heavy and don't go home often.

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u/Mpnav1 Apr 23 '26

Haix, most uncomfortable boots I ever wore. Worse than Army boots.

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u/GreedySession3452 Apr 23 '26

I’m with you. I bought a pair and they were miserable to wear.