Shoes that look better with age...

[Broark]

Sheesh, can’t imagine what those will cost. I think if I ever do Wesco’s I’ll get some black horsehide engineer boots. I’d consider Clinch or Attractions, but the price of Clinch is so high and I don’t think Attractions would be big enough.

[mlwdp]

22 minutes ago, Broark said:

Sheesh, can’t imagine what those will cost. I think if I ever do Wesco’s I’ll get some black horsehide engineer boots. I’d consider Clinch or Attractions, but the price of Clinch is so high and I don’t think Attractions would be big enough.

Wesco's shell can't be as high as Role Club's shell engineers, at least at what I'm estimating.  Last time I saw a price for Role Club's in shell, I think I saw at least $2k. 

[JohnM]

Recently picked up some Lofgren MTO Engineers in Choco and Black.  Just love em -- perfect fit, fit/finish, etc.  Thanks to John and the Sendai team, as well as the folks at Standard & Strange.

 

[mlwdp]

Anybody want jewelry for their boots?

 

This item was created by turquoise jewelry brand LFC, produced by renowned turquoise expert Joe Dan Lowry. High quality turquoise was used for each individual item, which features a exquisite design crafted by experienced artists.

Although small, this item is a gift of superb craftsmanship.
As American brands that are both committed to high quality craftsmanship, White’s Boots and LFC were made for each other. This jewelry adds a touch of luxury and can completely change the impression of the boots.The turquoise jewelry, which comes in sets of two, is priced at ￥32,400. (Both boots belong to the editorial department).

This item is available at the STUMPTOWN Shibuya store, an authorized White’s Boots dealer. We also recommend this item as a gift for any boot lover.

http://www.clutchmagjapan.com/en/journal/1505120006

[Iron Horse]

Hozho makes some interesting boot bling:

[lance]

Can anyone identify these boots? Thanks

Edited October 9, 2019 by lance

[mlwdp]

McCoys but I don’t remember the model name.

[UkeNo]

1 hour ago, lance said:

Can anyone identify these boots? Thanks

Toys McCoy

https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=toys+mccoy+boots&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-gb&client=safari

 

Edited October 9, 2019 by UkeNo

[mpukas]

Yep, Toys McCoy Surveyor botos. One of my favorites. 

[lance]

Thanks, guys, much appreciated! Beautiful pair of boots.

[goodrain]

https://www.unmarked.mx/products/z-the-last-pairs

 

nice prices on some Unmarked's here

[mlwdp]

I have some Unmarked boots.  I’ve posted them here a couple times.  It was a pain the the ass to get them but they’re great overall.

[Broark]

Got my S&S x Lofgren Devil's Causeway boots in today, very pleased with them.
It was a long wait but it was worth it, this leather is really unique and the size 12 fits perfectly.
I was a little worried when I first got them as I really struggled to get the right boot on. But the plastic bag trick worked thankfully.
Looking forward to some cooler temps so I can wear these daily, so far I'd say I'd buy another pair of Lofgren's no questions asked.

[mlwdp]

@BroarkWhat are you going to use on them for conditioning?Saphir Renovator? 

[Broark]

@mlwdp haven’t thought that far yet, I’ll ask S&S what they recommend as it’s my first horsehide pair. 

[Quoise1203]

Some thoughts after a few days of wearing the wesco van cleef III from S&S:

The leather is extremely delicate. It’s durability may exceed it’s appearance, but these seem to be fashion boots first, and aren’t intended to be treated roughly. The shaft leather on the left boot is substantially softer and maybe even thinner than the right boot. I don’t anticipate it keeping it’s shape for long. This leather could probably have used an inner lining. 

However, these same qualities have made them extremely easy to wear, requiring basically no break-in on the upper (sole needs some work still). I think I sized these exactly right, and they go on and off without much hassle. I have wide feet with a high instep as well.

Overall I love the boots. They are very distinctive and attract lots of glimpses, comments, and questions. I am excited to see how they develop over time. I’m not worried about scratching them up or getting them dirty, but I wish I could avoid getting indigo stains from my jeans!

[hurhur]

Leather things motor horsebutt engineers. Worn for 1 month?

IMG_0288.HEIC

[dudewuttheheck]

Beautiful! I love Motor's stuff. They are incredible and relatively affordable for the quality they offer.

[Broark]

Really wish Moto made up to size 12, their oxfords look really nice.

[bartlebyyphonics]

nothing special

but enjoying extreme indigo transfer with semi-raw tender onto pecos...

 

[knucks]

Thank you Kiya.

Edited October 10, 2019 by knucks

[kiya]

8 hours ago, knucks said:

Thank you Kiya.

Nice! Glad they fit you well, let's see some worn photos once you've gotten them broken in a bit.

[knucks]

7 hours ago, kiya said:

Nice! Glad they fit you well, let's see some worn photos once you've gotten them broken in a bit.

They're a bit snug, I think 9 would be too big long term! I think my right foot is bigger than my left, though I just recently measured via Brannock and my right is 100% 9.5.

 

[mlwdp]

@BroarkForgot to mention, having a leather lining in engineer boots does factor in the "tightness" in sizing as far as fit goes hence why you see most engineer boots without lining as they're already hard enough taking them off and putting them on feet.  Your engineers are the first leather lined Lofgrens I've seen thus far, besides that wide toe.  You got a one of a kind boot from them, that's for sure!

[mlwdp]

According to Wesco Japan, they are now offering purple and green leather options.  Case in point:

[Rob060]

Got my Bounty Hunters back from White's. Took a little less than 2 weeks for a resole. Pretty happy with the work.

[mlwdp]

Purple leather offered by Wesco Japan.

[tod]

Looking for sizing info on Toys McCoys boots - more specifically the Surveyor Boots, though I think they are the same fit as the Railman and probably others.  Can anyone compare to Viberg, White's, or Alden?  Thanks!

[Aries]

They’re comparable in length to Alden sizing, but wider, I’d compare to an E or EE Alden trubalance.

[tod]

12 hours ago, Aries said:

They’re comparable in length to Alden sizing, but wider, I’d compare to an E or EE Alden trubalance.

Thanks!