Kiwi Shoe Parade Gloss Prestige Polish, Tin Black, 50ml

Pleased to purchase this on Amazon as it has been hard to locate in the shops recently. Started using this product in the military in the mid 1980s and it is definitely the best polish. Great for applying with a brush or cloth, and if you need to go for that mirror shine it is perfect for bulling (spit & polish).

I'd forgotten just how good Kiwi is

Bought this for my parade/best Magnum boots after being recommended the brand by a friend who is ex-army. I apply with brush in circular motion until boot looks Matt then I leave it sit for a minimum of 1hr, then I buff with a different brush using rapid side to side strokes a small section at a time the heat in the friction adds to the shine, you could use a heat gun or hair dryer to assist but I find the good old fashioned brushing does it the best. I add multiple layers to achieve the best mirror shine possible, so can take several hours or days depending on how long you leave to sit and between layers. However, 1 layer would do the job for most everyday use, for example school shoes, office shoes, wedding shoes etc, but if you do want that military standard parade shine it will take time and minimum 4 layers. It’s hard work but worth it.

Kiwi has to be the best shoe polish out there. I’ve always used this brand and I don’t see myself changing brands any day soon. I’ve just given my casual boots there first clean. I use a brush to remove any large patches of dirt, then wipe with a damp cloth. Allow to dry naturally. I apply the polish with a cloth in circular motions. I leave them for an hour or so, this allows the polish time to be absorbed. I use a medium bristle brush to take away the excess and polish to a lovely shine with a nice soft brush. It sounds time consuming, but it’s not. It really is an easy product to use. No other brand will give such a lovely deep shine. I can be sure of that statement, because I’ve tried most of the other brands! Ok it’s slightly higher priced… this brand is worth the little bit extra.

It's been a total game-changer for keeping my shoes looking sharp and polished. Not only does it give them a nice shine, but it also conditions the leather, making them look newer for longer.I wear different shoes everyday and they get rather dirty during public transport. But because it is super easy to apply – just a quick buff with a cloth - makes you good to go in a minute.Overall, I'm really impressed with this shoe polish and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to give their shoes some extra TLC!

What a relief to get hold of the proper stuff ! Arrived by Special Delivery, so re-delivered when out as had to be signed for. Arrived 3-4 days ahead of expectation. Excellent.

Why this has been discontinued I'll never understand. Far better than Cherry Blossom.

Having learned how to polish, "Bull", shoes/boots when serving in the military and on parade, I have used this top quality polish for decades.It contains a higher level of wax enabling the mirror shine it is capable of producing when properly used.When applied correctly, penetrates, hydrates, protects and waterproofs to a high degree.Without this particular polish, my footwear would have deteriorated long ago.Different colours and a neutral version are available but lately proving more difficult to source.Alas, the necessary tight fitting tin lids are often difficult to open. I wish the manufacturer would be able to sell this wax polish in a screw top tin. However, this might compromise the airtight seal needed to keep the polish fresh.