# Modifying Corcoran Boot Project **URL:** \ **Category:** Uniforms\ **Created:** [December 21, 2021, 12:17pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214 "2021-12-21T12:17:54Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 12\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/f04885/32.png) [@abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/abaka)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2021, 12:17pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/1 "2021-12-21T12:17:54Z")
Hi, So for a few years I’ve been running about with a pair of Corcoran 985 but have never been able to bring myself to cut the flaps off or sand the zippers in fear of destroying the boot. So in anticipation of receiving what will be my final ultimate GB costume with my Magnoli GB suit that I’m putting together, my mind has began thinking about boots. I have seen older style boots without the flap and brass zippers appear occassionally but never in my size. So I opted to find a pair of Corcoran 1500 boots and also purchase some zippers from info in this thread: [Boot zippers... - Tutorials & Guides - GBFans.com](https://www.gbfans.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=42&t=10506) So I have purchased zippers from the place mentioned here and picked up two pairs of boots (if this works I will modify a pair with brass zippers for GB2)… And finally after a few weeks of trying, I’ve managed to find a cobbler who can do the work…So once the zippers get here it will be full steam ahead on this project! So stay tuned…I’m also nervous that I’m about to ruin a perfectly good pair of Corcoran boots!!! ---
**Author:** ![ccv66](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/ccv66/32/123692_2.png) [@ccv66](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/ccv66)\ **Post date:** [December 21, 2021, 4:54pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/2 "2021-12-21T16:54:49Z")
So on my Corcoran, I just cut the thread that attaches the flap, came right off. Could put it back if I wanted. Are people actually cutting the leather? I also took a silver sharpie to the zipper, instead of sanding it. Looks okay. Kind of like oxidized aluminum. Good enough I’d your going with the venkman untucked look. Might want to try Sharpie and cutting thread first, completely reversible ---
**Author:** ![abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/f04885/32.png) [@abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/abaka)\ **Post date:** [December 22, 2021, 10:07am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/3 "2021-12-22T10:07:50Z")
I’m not sure, I’ve never looked into it that seriously to know how easy it is…I assumed people were cuting them. Either way getting a pair of zippered boots, removing the flap and also removing the press stud is a bit too much work for me and would look fairly sloppy also. Not to mention the colouring of zips with a sharpie. It looks good when first done but over time the silver dulls and repeated zippering will flake it off. I had looked for a pair of zippered boots in my size to then replace the zipper but it was getting too difficult to find in my size so I’m going down this route. ---
**Author:** ![danman21](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/danman21/32/122093_2.png) [@danman21](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/danman21)\ **Post date:** [January 11, 2022, 3:31am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/4 "2022-01-11T03:31:41Z")
I’ve looked at many Corcorans and Carolina’s and none have all the exact details seen on Ramis’ boots. I think the closest I’ve seen are on Carolinas. Been meaning to ask if anyone knows or has ever seen a pair of vintage jumps exactly like Harolds. ---
**Author:** ![tobycj](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/tobycj/32/186876_2.png) [@tobycj](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/tobycj)\ **Post date:** [January 11, 2022, 9:05am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/5 "2022-01-11T09:05:53Z")
> [@Danman21 post\_id=4965096 time=1641871901 user\_id=59109](#): > > I’ve looked at many Corcorans and Carolina’s and none have all the exact details seen on Ramis’ boots. I think the closest I’ve seen are on Carolinas. Been meaning to ask if anyone knows or has ever seen a pair of vintage jumps exactly like Harolds. I think Dan Harshman found a very similar pair, so he might be able to shed some light if he sees this post. ---
**Author:** ![gregday](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/g/3da27b/32.png) [@gregday](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/gregday)\ **Post date:** [January 12, 2022, 4:54pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/6 "2022-01-12T16:54:12Z")
If you want shinier zippers than what a Sharpie can do, use a Molotow chrome paint pen. Will come back off with acetone if you ever change your mind. ---
**Author:** ![abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/f04885/32.png) [@abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/abaka)\ **Post date:** [January 27, 2022, 8:01pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/7 "2022-01-27T20:01:01Z")
So the zippers finally arrived today and tomorrow they will be sent to my shoemaker who will be doing the mods…I’m slightly worried they won’t come out right or something will go wrong…but here’s hoping. My track record atm is very much if it can be done wrong - It will be. ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/4/2/4263e98f1c55ad016f3c30485674963729911c15.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![stonecoldrmw](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/stonecoldrmw/32/186071_2.png) [@stonecoldrmw](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/stonecoldrmw)\ **Post date:** [January 28, 2022, 9:52am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/8 "2022-01-28T09:52:39Z")
> [@abaka post\_id=4966260 time=1643313661 user\_id=7267](#): > > So the zippers finally arrived today and tomorrow they will be sent to my shoemaker who will be doing the mods…I’m slightly worried they won’t come out right or something will go wrong…but here’s hoping. > > My track record atm is very much if it can be done wrong - It will be. > > ![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/4/2/4263e98f1c55ad016f3c30485674963729911c15.jpeg) I am leaning towards this approach too. Can you share the link for the zips you have? ---
**Author:** ![abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/f04885/32.png) [@abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/abaka)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2022, 9:33am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/9 "2022-02-18T09:33:35Z")
If you follow the link above you will see where I got my zippers. ---
**Author:** ![stonecoldrmw](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/stonecoldrmw/32/186071_2.png) [@stonecoldrmw](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/stonecoldrmw)\ **Post date:** [February 20, 2022, 11:08pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/10 "2022-02-20T23:08:25Z")
I re-read the thread and saw it, thanks. ---
**Author:** ![abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/a/f04885/32.png) [@abaka](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/abaka)\ **Post date:** [March 2, 2022, 11:55am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/11 "2022-03-02T11:55:45Z")
![image](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/0/c/0c29e4251cf0fee5df2268d9489b06a25d519b0b.jpeg) So my seamstress has sent me an update - Work has been delayed due to business pressures and then staff shortages due to Covid but the boots are cut and the zippers are in place (they are not stitched yet) But I’m happy with how they look - I will still keep my eye out for a more accurate authentic pair but until then, I’m much happier with these than my old Corcorna 985. ---
**Author:** ![UEF](https://forum.gbfans.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/u/a88e57/32.png) [@UEF](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/UEF)\ **Post date:** [May 26, 2022, 6:23pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/modifying-corcoran-boot-project/29214/12 "2022-05-26T18:23:23Z")
How did it go in the end?