Shoes that look better with age...

[aso2004]

I am travelling in WA and BC the last week.

As the Vibram soles on my Vibergs are starting to go and my local cobbler can't get them I was foolish enough to walk into Viberg's litlle factory in Victoria . Thinking I'll only pick up the soles I managed to detangle myself in picking up a pair of riggers...

no pix yet but I am really pleased with them.

The shop and factory were amazing , really friendly people and a down to earth blue collar vibe in store.

I got a small tour from leslee and she made sure that some mods were done to the shoes as I wanted them.

Heel in cork color ,different footbed, extra width etc... Done wthin a day...

Highly recommended if you are in the area...When I get home I'll post the pix

[beatle]

the sole looks different...

[Happy Hooligan]

the sole looks different...

you probably just don't remember what a "new" pair looks like.... I think mine looked like that when I got them, but to be honest, I don't remember myself....

[wgmds]

Sorry to post my same shoes A LOT, but his looks different than mine. And I think it's chromexcel.

[stabliu]

just picked up my chippewa 27863s they fit like a glove. now i just need to get a motorcycle to go with them.

[Denim Phenom]

What size are those? Whenever you want to sell them let me know.

[marineabilly]

^ Love them Chippewa's!! Lookin' good - Congrats!!

[codenamejun]

Would anyone happen to know what kind/style of boots Marvin is wearing on pg. 933 of WAYWT (denim version)?

Thx!

[stabliu]

they're 10 and a half EE i dont think i'll be selling them anytime soon i like them a lot =]

[heinrich BCN]

I was very happy that I only paid 270 for mine. Even though they're duck lined, still a super deal.

Where did you get them for this great price? Is there another pair in a 9D?

[illumin8em]

are these bad boys from alden collection?

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they are the J.Crew collab, and are now for sale at slightly less than retail. size 10.5, never taken out of the house except for a waywtd photo

[eltopo]

Context/Alden Roy Boots with about 1.5 weeks of wear to work.

www.banditphotographer.com

[fre-co]

I would never have known photography could be so tough on a pair of boots.

[stabliu]

i got them from a western wear store by where i live. they ordered them for me from chippewa as they're a licensed dealer. i imagine if you find any other dealer you could get them as i did. i tried on another pair of chippewas to determine sizing though. dont really remember what pair they were, but they had a 17" shank. hopefully youll have better luck identifying them than i did.

[heinrich BCN]

"I would never have known photography could be so tough on a pair of boots."

You would be surprised. Do you want to see my Red Wings?

[ThinFinn]

these look fucking awesome...must spread!

Context/Alden Roy Boots with about 1.5 weeks of wear to work.

[wgmds]

Where did you get them for this great price? Is there another pair in a 9D?

Sherman brothers has some super sales with coupons and shit sometimes. It was on sale for 300 since it was the end of that season (even though it was December) and then they had a spend 200 get 20 off, 300 and 30 off etc. Just call sometime and see if they have any deals

[slide13]

Nice work on those Roys. 1.5 weeks huh, that is impressive. I just picked up a pair a week ago today and I'm being pretty rough on them...they are my do it all and not worry about it boots...but they aren't quite that good. I'll get some pics up soon, I need to do some updates with my White's too one of these days.

[dylanbooth78]

these are my "go to" boots! brittish army genuine issue assault boots!! as cheap as chips!!!!

[beeetus]

^^I really like those. I'll need to look at my local Army/Navy store for the US issues.

[jasonfoote303]

No offense to Eltopo, but I think those Roys look bad. I of course have no idea what type of work Eltopo has been doing in them. I'm sure it's bad ass, but still...

Brown Chromexcel is really turning out to be one of my least favorite leather options for Alden. It looks bad too quickly. I think a good work boot or shoe should hold its shape a little longer.

just sayin I think the Roy boots look WORSE with age.

[hysteric]

New Abington Guide boots(Horween+Vibram) and about year old cheapo Dr.Martens.

4+ year old Clarks desert khan on their last legs

[eltopo]

No Offense taken. It is a forum say what you want. I tend not to post bad or negative comments to anyone though. I bought these knowing they would age quick and well. I have plenty of boots that are made for hard work and hold up greatly. I love these boots and they are super comfy and think they look great on everyone I have seen in them. I would buy another pair if these only lasted a year (They'll last a lot longer and look amazing after a year of wear, I am sure (in my opinion)) But you are titled to your opinion and if you hate Brown Chromexcel then you hate it.

No offense to Eltopo, but I think those Roys look bad. I of course have no idea what type of work Eltopo has been doing in them. I'm sure it's bad ass, but still...

Brown Chromexcel is really turning out to be one of my least favorite leather options for Alden. It looks bad too quickly. I think a good work boot or shoe should hold its shape a little longer.

just sayin I think the Roy boots look WORSE with age.

[jasonfoote303]

No Offense taken. It is a forum say what you want. I tend not to post bad or negative comments to anyone though. I bought these knowing they would age quick and well. I have plenty of boots that are made for hard work and hold up greatly. I love these boots and they are super comfy and think they look great on everyone I have seen in them. I would buy another pair if these only lasted a year (They'll last a lot longer and look amazing after a year of wear, I am sure (in my opinion)) But you are titled to your opinion and if you hate Brown Chromexcel then you hate it.

Cool. It really was just a comment about that leather that has been building up for a while based on my own experiences. Maybe I'm just feeling a little cranky today too...

That aside, I love all your posts and the beautiful photography. Your contributions and presence on the forum add a level of class and professionalism that is appreciated by all of us!

[LandoCal126]

I love all your posts and the beautiful photography. Your contributions and presence on the forum add a level of class and professionalism that is appreciated by all of us!

I couldn't agree more with THIS.

[slide13]

Here are some pics of my new Roy boots, had them about a week now but have been wearing them every day. Doing a big trade show at work which means many hours on my feet and these crepe soles are keeping me comfortable.

[slide13]

And, while I had the camera out I figured I would get some shots of the rest of the collection-

Russell Chukka

White's Semi Dress Chromexcel w/ single leather

White's Semi Dress Cap Toe w/ double leather

White's Semi Dress in black Smokejumper leather

Alden Indys

Alden x Context Tankers

[Happy Hooligan]

^ awesome collection!

Seeing all those boots next to each other is great. Now when I see a Semi Dress in single leather, it looks unfinished to me. Like it was made to have a double sole or am I just getting use to all the double and triples out there?

[beautiful_FrEaK]

They arrived last week. Still have to prepare them.

Some impressions. They are fvcking nice

[Denim Phenom]

Engineer boots the new semi dress? God I hope not.

I hope you guys are riding a motorcycle in them or working on a train or something. HA! Who am I kidding.