Shoes that look better with age...

[attackwithstones]

KNUCKS.... I believe Wolverine makes a low version of the 1000 Mile Boot that look just like the show you posted above. Check Orvis, I think they had em?

[attackwithstones]

Ray, how are your new boots treating you? Are they comfortable? Can we still see some comparison shots of them and the MFRCs?

[rayw44]

They are breaking in nicely. I'll get some pics up as soon as I can to compare the two.

[Anders Helseth]

Here's an update on my Church McFarlane army brogues, now with Red Wing laces. Needless to say, they are holding up great with very regular wear; the heel of the soles are starting to wear away though. Sorry in advance for the dirt, but with the all the ice and snow melting, it was a sloppy trip out to the location for my girlfriend's photography shoot.

For more pics, check out the WAYWT thread: here!

Cheers!

Anders H

[almostnice]

These recently came out, I do believe:

Anyone know of a shoe similar to this? Baker's has the "Retro Oxford" but it's $520. JH Classics (by Wesco) are close to this, but seeing if there is anything like this..

here you go:

http://www.redwingheritage.com/boots#&f=Heritage%20Oxfords&m=/detail/9042-heritage-us/9042-red-wing-lifestyle-mens-beckman-oxford-boot-antique-cigar

[Highvoltage]

My Alden 403s, after about a year:

RW Iron Rangers after the same time:

[spidereye]

@Christmas in sub marine.......I think thats why old boot can survive for long time period ..the upper leather ,insole are made from tough thick leather for their purpose.They have to break in 3-4 month for nice fit and comfy.Just my opinion

@highvoltage.........Love both worn look +rep for iron ranger

[knucks]

Can someone give me the cliffs on getting new buckles and best place to resole boots? I got a hell of a deal on some short Chippewa that I may want to get resoled or at least swap the buckles.

[coleslawyum]

Buckles, you can only get from Hukurokuju or BRASS. Resoles are best left to your local guy or if you are in the States, Zip Stevenson. If you are willing to pay for it, I recommend Hukurokuju, because he's the best (IMO). Any local leather repair person should be able to replace buckles.

My shorties with the full deal, as well as hand dyed, straight out of the Hukurokuju shop.

[coleslawyum]

Minor update on my Toys McCoy Railman boots. 4 years. Vegetable tanned cowhide. Built like tanks.

[spidereye]

Wow you got verry nice shoes.Beyond my reach.

[ranonranonarat]

those are some beautiful boots there. the railmans definitely don't look 4 years old. love the shine.

[SLAB]

railmans look absolutely stunning

did you have the straps dyed in green?

[coleslawyum]

Thanks for the comments! the railmans are tough as shit, but surprisingly comfortable. its the best mix of a dress shoe and work boot.

I actually dyed the chippewas green, but for the toe part I used a blue wax to experiment with the color. these days i'm using a green wax so the colors will match a bit better.

[knucks]

thanks for dopping knowledge coles.

still looking for boots, ended up cancelling the order.

lusting over the lone wolf engineers but dont even know if theyre too narrow

[Megatron1505]

I never thought that I would see a more perfect combination of work and dress boot than the White's SD, that opinion had just been changed. Those Railman boots are simply incredible.

[pepper davies]

Is that a Hukorokuju resole on the railman? It's a thing of beauty...

[kimi]

heres a quick pic of my william lennon 178's, iv hardly worn them to be honest, these things are hard as nails.

Edited March 20, 2012 by kimi

[coleslawyum]

Thanks for the comments!

I never thought that I would see a more perfect combination of work and dress boot than the White's SD, that opinion had just been changed. Those Railman boots are simply incredible.

I have to agree with you. White's Semi-Dress is definitely finished more like a work boot. It has it's own rugged appeal. The railman's have all the vintage details amped up to 11 and finished like a pair of Edward green's. I could do actual work with these, but I'll be afraid to.

Is that a Hukorokuju resole on the railman? It's a thing of beauty...

Nope, stock soles. I think they are cut full soles.

[wgmds]

damn..... mccoy really goes all out on everything that they make. do you wear them much?

[The Flâneur]

Exceptionally fine boots coleslawyum! Indeed vintage details with the craft and finesse of the best bench made English shoes. Beautiful!!

[stingray1381]

Where can you buy them?

[wgmds]

https://www.realmcco...uct_id=2138&pg=

very close model, but i bet you could email them and order them directly.

http://item.rakuten.co.jp/klax-on/c/0000000208/

klax-on is great!

Edited March 21, 2012 by wgmds

[stingray1381]

Wow. How do I size these? I am a 11 in Alden Barrie or Trubalance.

[fre-co]

Coleslaw, lovely pictures. It's always nice to see your update.

I've said it before... Real mccoys make the best of everything. That's why it is a must visit shop for any boot, denim, workwear etc fiend going to Tokyo...

The welt on those boots is so fine. They put Alden to shame. And you can probably get them for less than viberg if the exchange rate gets better....

[SLAB]

the welt and finish of the leather edges on those railman boots are a work of art (I still regret missing out on the pair davichan sold)

[coleslawyum]

damn..... mccoy really goes all out on everything that they make. do you wear them much?

I try to wear as much as possible. I rotate a lot so my boots last a bit longer.

When it comes to sizing the railmans are a half size larger than marked. the fitting is an E fiting. Unfortunately the largest size they make is a US10. The real mccoy's version fits more like a D. But they also only make up to a 10. the toys mccoy (railman) and real mccoys (rigger) boots are made by the same shoemaker.

[Megatron1505]

My SD's arrived back from James Taylor and Sons today from their resole.

To be honest, I don't know if I'm happy or not. The quality of the workmanship seems to be very good, but it is definitely not the sole I asked for. I might just live with it though.

[smittybat]

What sole did you request?

[fre-co]

What did you ask for?

You didnt change the heel?

Is the midsole the original?

They have not stitched the vibram on right?, probably because they don't have a rapid-e machine.

Does the welt look the same as before?