Shoe & Leather Repair
Handbags, shoes, belts, wallets, jackets — if it’s leather, we restore it. Old-school craftsmanship meets modern care at McKinnon’s trusted repair workshop.
Our Craft
What we repair
From daily wear-and-tear to full restoration, we bring your favourite pieces back to life.
Shoe Repair & Resoling
Heel replacement, full resoles, stitching repairs, and sole guards — dress shoes, boots, sneakers, and more.
Handbag Restoration
Lining repairs, strap replacement, zip fixes, hardware restoration, and full handbag rejuvenation.
Leather Jackets & Belts
Re-stitching, lining repair, belt shortening, new buckle fitting, and leather conditioning.
Zipper Replacement
Heavy-duty zip swaps on bags, jackets, boots, and luggage — matched to the original look.
Colour Matching & Dyeing
Scuff cover-up, colour restoration, and full leather re-dyeing to match the original finish.
Strap & Handle Repair
Bag straps, briefcase handles, watch straps — reinforced stitching and full replacements where needed.
Why King Kobbler
Old-school care, modern finish
Decades of hands-on leather repair experience
We match threads, colours, and finishes precisely to your piece
Same workshop as our locksmith and watch repair — one trusted name, many skills
Honest advice: we'll tell you if something isn't worth repairing
Fast turnaround without cutting corners — most jobs ready within a week
A Real Story
“Took my Gucci handbag in for repair after the lining was ripped — Arina from King Kobbler had it fixed to virtually brand new. The stitching, the colour match — you wouldn’t know it had ever been damaged. I’ve had bags repaired elsewhere and this is on another level entirely.”
Helen L.
Local Guide · 5 stars
Pricing
Fair prices, no surprises
Bring your item in and we’ll quote you on the spot. Free assessment, no obligation.
Heel replacement (pair)
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Full resole (leather or rubber)
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Handbag lining repair
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Zip replacement
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Belt shortening & buckle refit
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Leather jacket re-stitching
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Strap or handle replacement
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Colour touch-up & scuff repair
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Prices are indicative. Final quote depends on the item and materials required.
Bring your piece in for a free assessment
Drop by 121 McKinnon Rd — we’ll look at your item while you wait and give you an honest, no-pressure quote.
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Saturday 9am–2:30pm