Saphir Medaille d’Or Mirror Gloss - Natural Wax Polish for Leather Shoes & Boots

Saphir Mirror Gloss is a high-end shoe wax designed to create a mirror shine on hard leather areas of shoes such as the toe area and heel counter. It is not recommended for use on flexible areas of shoes due to its tendency to flake and create unsightly white looks when mixed with the natural bending of these areas. It is suggested to use soft cream polish in these areas. Saphir Mirror Gloss has different color choices available but customers report that the color choice does not make much difference, and they recommend using the clear option on all shoes. The product is expensive, and some customers recommend using a lower cost tinted wax or cream for the rest of the shoe. Customers with leather bags also report using the product, provided the bag is stiff. For softer bags, Pat De Luxe would be the better product. Some customers also recommend not using Saphir Mirror Gloss on tactical or working boots, as it is most effective as part of a stage process beginning with conditioner, polishing, and finishing with the wax. Others recommend less expensive waxes like Shinola or Kiwi, which can achieve a good shine with less effort. The product is easy to use, users recommend dampening the cloth or dauber with water when using, and twisting off the tin cap. Customers recommend storing the tin in a dry environment, as Saphir Mirror Gloss has a tendency to dry out or become chunky when exposed to moisture. Finally, customers confirm that Saphir Mirror Gloss is a shoe wax and not recommended for use on car seats or any other leather items.