On the topic of “fits”, I have two pair of leather shoes that were too narrow. Standard width and I’m in between D/EE. They have lived in boxes under the bed for years and years. I needed interview shoes the next week so they came out, I tried them on and goddam they were uncomfortable. Ok. Needed to take drastic steps. Heated them with a hair dryer and then alternated between wearing them with three pairs of boot socks while standing, and reheating under hot sun on windowsill. Did this maybe three times each for 15-20 minutes at a shot. Entertained myself by job hunting. It actually worked to stretch them wider and now they are comfortable. Very pleased with the results, but still unemployed.BlueSky wrote: ↑Tue Oct 06, 2020 4:53 pmIf your shoe fits, and it's not unusual to not know your proper size, AE will feel fine brand spanking new.
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Yes, it definitely takes a while to reach the comfortable stage...but worth it.
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I picked up a couple of shell boots from Allen Edmonds during the recent shell trunk show. They’ll still be another 10ish weeks, but looking forward to them (for when I’m actually going into the office and traveling again).
Pics later, but here’s the stock images of one I could find. Landon in dark cognac marbled shell.
Also got the Higgins Mill in bourbon shell. But having issues finding a stock photo now that the trunk show is over.
Pics later, but here’s the stock images of one I could find. Landon in dark cognac marbled shell.
Also got the Higgins Mill in bourbon shell. But having issues finding a stock photo now that the trunk show is over.
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Very nice...I like the Landon chili/brown toe and heel.matt.wu wrote: ↑Tue Oct 06, 2020 9:47 pmI picked up a couple of shell boots from Allen Edmonds during the recent shell trunk show. They’ll still be another 10ish weeks, but looking forward to them (for when I’m actually going into the office and traveling again).
Pics later, but here’s the stock images of one I could find. Landon in dark cognac marbled shell.
Also got the Higgins Mill in bourbon shell. But having issues finding a stock photo now that the trunk show is over.
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I like this one a lot!matt.wu wrote: ↑Tue Oct 06, 2020 9:47 pmI picked up a couple of shell boots from Allen Edmonds during the recent shell trunk show. They’ll still be another 10ish weeks, but looking forward to them (for when I’m actually going into the office and traveling again).
Pics later, but here’s the stock images of one I could find. Landon in dark cognac marbled shell.
Also got the Higgins Mill in bourbon shell. But having issues finding a stock photo now that the trunk show is over.
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Looks great Matt - I love shell cordovan, and it's an especially good material for boots given that they're often worn in tougher conditions than a lot of other shoes.matt.wu wrote: ↑Tue Oct 06, 2020 9:47 pmI picked up a couple of shell boots from Allen Edmonds during the recent shell trunk show. They’ll still be another 10ish weeks, but looking forward to them (for when I’m actually going into the office and traveling again).
Pics later, but here’s the stock images of one I could find. Landon in dark cognac marbled shell.
Also got the Higgins Mill in bourbon shell. But having issues finding a stock photo now that the trunk show is over.
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I miss my boots. I actually misplaced one of my favorite pairs. I wear them so infrequently that I have no idea where they are.
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I finally got a new pair of Rossi boots. My old ones the inner leather heel is starting to peel. I will take apart my old ones and try to sew a new piece in.
Either way with the Aussie dollar so low I got these shipped to me from Australia for about $96. Great deal on them.
Either way with the Aussie dollar so low I got these shipped to me from Australia for about $96. Great deal on them.
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I really like those. I bought new work boots yesterday and I think I’m due for some new casual ones as well.toxicavenger wrote: ↑Wed Oct 28, 2020 9:08 pmI finally got a new pair of Rossi boots. My old ones the inner leather heel is starting to peel. I will take apart my old ones and try to sew a new piece in.
Either way with the Aussie dollar so low I got these shipped to me from Australia for about $96. Great deal on them.
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Just a reminder you have to order them small. I normally wear a US 10 and these are a 8.5 AUS. They fit perfect.Torrid wrote: ↑Thu Oct 29, 2020 7:01 amI really like those. I bought new work boots yesterday and I think I’m due for some new casual ones as well.toxicavenger wrote: ↑Wed Oct 28, 2020 9:08 pmI finally got a new pair of Rossi boots. My old ones the inner leather heel is starting to peel. I will take apart my old ones and try to sew a new piece in.
Either way with the Aussie dollar so low I got these shipped to me from Australia for about $96. Great deal on them.
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I just picked up a pair of chukkas or vellies, as they call them, from Jim Green.
Great price for some solid boots. Jim Green is a South African boot company that just started doing business in the US.
Their boots are high quality and priced well, due to a lack of tariffs and a favorable exchange rate.
They offer free shipping and have a discount code for 10% off.
https://jimgreenfootwear.com/store/vellie-brown/
Great price for some solid boots. Jim Green is a South African boot company that just started doing business in the US.
Their boots are high quality and priced well, due to a lack of tariffs and a favorable exchange rate.
They offer free shipping and have a discount code for 10% off.
https://jimgreenfootwear.com/store/vellie-brown/
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Roomy toe box, true to size.aikiman44 wrote:Very nice. How’s the fit?
I always replace the inserts.
These were comfortable from the start.
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Those look great for $90. Their Chelsea style boot looks nice, too. Those were my every day boots in NY for years.
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Crepe sole? Hard to tell from the photo.fastward wrote: ↑Tue Nov 10, 2020 12:20 pmI just picked up a pair of chukkas or vellies, as they call them, from Jim Green.
Great price for some solid boots. Jim Green is a South African boot company that just started doing business in the US.
Their boots are high quality and priced well, due to a lack of tariffs and a favorable exchange rate.
They offer free shipping and have a discount code for 10% off.
https://jimgreenfootwear.com/store/vellie-brown/
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It doesn't appear to be crepe. They refer to it as a pure rubber compound.Selym wrote: ↑Tue Nov 10, 2020 2:27 pmCrepe sole? Hard to tell from the photo.fastward wrote: ↑Tue Nov 10, 2020 12:20 pmI just picked up a pair of chukkas or vellies, as they call them, from Jim Green.
Great price for some solid boots. Jim Green is a South African boot company that just started doing business in the US.
Their boots are high quality and priced well, due to a lack of tariffs and a favorable exchange rate.
They offer free shipping and have a discount code for 10% off.
https://jimgreenfootwear.com/store/vellie-brown/
Feels a little firmer than crepe.
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they look like a dirty booger
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Yeah, I have a love hate relationship with them. Wear so comfortably, but look like shit.
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I always enjoy your comments and euphemisms
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my wife does notHapaHapa wrote: ↑Wed Nov 11, 2020 10:26 amI always enjoy your comments and euphemisms
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I know the feelingtoxicavenger wrote: ↑Wed Nov 11, 2020 4:15 pmmy wife does notHapaHapa wrote: ↑Wed Nov 11, 2020 10:26 amI always enjoy your comments and euphemisms
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I’m currently enjoying break-in blisters from some new Red Wing 1907’s.
Today was all about the nicely worn Iron Rangers. Got them re-soled and new eyelets last spring. Had the copper ones done too.
Today was all about the nicely worn Iron Rangers. Got them re-soled and new eyelets last spring. Had the copper ones done too.
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Where did you get them done? Dave Page?hoppyjr wrote:I’m currently enjoying break-in blisters from some new Red Wing 1907’s.
Today was all about the nicely worn Iron Rangers. Got them re-soled and new eyelets last spring. Had the copper ones done too.
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