Shoes that look better with age...

[Niro]

can anyone help with some tricker's stow sizing advice.....please let me know..thanks

 

Stow boots are generally true to size, but they are roomier than their other boots, because they are made to be worn with thicker socks. I am UK size 9 and I wear stow in size 9.

 

Some people go half size down for this reason. If you don't wear thin socks and don't like snug instep then no point sizing down.

 

I think Mikkech is the first person I have heard/read about sizing up in the Stow boot!

[mikecch]

Mike thanks. I'm a USA brannock 9D. Slightly in the narrow side. Dot have an opportunity to try on.

Seems to be no consensus whether to go TTS which would be a U.K. 8. Or drop only to a U.K. 8.5.

Also how do you find the heel. Worried a bit about slippage on that last which I hear runs closer to a USA e then d

 

I am between US 9 d and US 9 e.

Think you should be OK with UK 8. Yes, the last is a little wider than average.

 

I think Mikkech is the first person I have heard/read about sizing up in the Stow boot!

 

Maybe I have strange feet...or strange socks.

[Dr Feelgood]

[Niro]

Speaking of Trickers, I got my 5th pair of 2016 (4 pairs of boots and 1 pair of shoes) ...this time their Monkey Boots.

Edited December 30, 2016 by Niro

[volvo240thebest]

White's is stepping up their game in the casual boot market. This is a prototype on a 'Barrie' last and Dainite sole.

 

I think they look absolutely great.

[aho]

Indeed a beautiful boot, though I wonder if it'll still have some sort of arch ease?

[garden gnomes in space]

Indeed a beautiful boot, though I wonder if it'll still have some sort of arch ease?

probably will be similar to the Bakers Oxford by Whites.  There's arch support but much less pronounced than their standard arch support in their boots.

[mrpoizun]

 Tube construction is preffered

Tube construction???  What, you don't have feet on the ends of your legs?  How do you wear boots?  Let's not be ridiculous here.

[PizzaCrust]

can anyone share their experience sizing the White's Oxford?

 

It would be especially helpful if anyone could compare them to Nick's Boots, White's Bounty Hunter or Red Wings

[edmond]

Ridiculous? Your a bot arent you?

[garden gnomes in space]

can anyone share their experience sizing the White's Oxford?

 

It would be especially helpful if anyone could compare them to Nick's Boots, White's Bounty Hunter or Red Wings

so I have a smoke jumper and a pair of oxfords.  both 10D.  The oxford was a bit loose in the heal so I had them slim it to a C width but in all honesty they are about the same.  

 

I will add that I got these 3-4 years ago and the SJ's are cleanly constructed, not at all like some of the gargabge Whites spit out and people tried to justify.  The Oxfords on the other hand are sloppy.  Wonky stitching in places and some glue stuck to the rough out leather.  That said they are bulletproof.  

Edited December 31, 2016 by garden gnomes in space

[PizzaCrust]

thanks!

[mrpoizun]

I never would've thought of cuban heels as a strictly feminine heel style.

Well, since they are not offered on White's, Wesco's, Nicks or any other men's work boot style I know of, I think you can safely say they are a strictly feminine touch nowadays.

[Quoise1203]

^lol?

Can't wait for you to flame out in a spectacular fashion.

What would you call the curved heel found on all three of those manufacturers boots?

[Rob060]

I will add that I got these 3-4 years ago and the SJ's are cleanly constructed, not at all like some of the gargabge Whites spit out and people tried to justify.  The Oxfords on the other hand are sloppy.  Wonky stitching in places and some glue stuck to the rough out leather.  That said they are bulletproof.  

 

My White's are only a little over a year old and their stitching and construction was pretty much perfect, though I've seen some wonky stitching in the past.

 

I recently asked the current shop foreman about what has changed since the ABC Mart buyout and this is what he had to say

 

I have been waiting for this question.  Let me start by saying that absolutely nothing has changed at Whites boots.  We still have 3 generations of bootmakers in the building. Starting with my step father, who is the CEO and has been at Whites for over 45 years. Myself made boots for 26 years and I am the shop foreman, quality control and R & D.  Lastly is my nephew who has 10 years bootmaking experience and is our top bootmaker.  We have heard all the rumors, people can say what they want.  If you don't know the Japanese are all about quality. So we would hear about it if our quality was lacking.  ABC mart asks for some small things as far as boots they would like built for the Japanese market. Other than that all of our dealings are with LFI ( Lacrosse Footwear / Danner ).  We have a great relationship with them and they are very helpful  in everything we want to do.  We hired a new buyer 2 years ago and he is relentless at finding the highest quality products for our boots.  We still build them one at a time and will keep doing it the same way for years to come. We are very excited for our new line of boots to come out in 2017.  It will be a more of a lifestyle line of boots and shoes.  I have an open invitation to anybody who would like to come for a factory tour.  Just contact me.  Thanks, Eric Kinney

[Cucoo]

Well, since they are not offered on White's, Wesco's, Nicks or any other men's work boot style I know of, I think you can safely say they are a strictly feminine touch nowadays.

 

What the fuck?

 

 

Of course this isn't as pronounced as on some cowboy boots but it sure is a curved heel.

[edmond]

Thanks Eric gleenie

[BrownMetallic]

What the fuck?

 

 

Of course this isn't as pronounced as on some cowboy boots but it sure is a curved heel.

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Nevertheless, got the dancing-with-the-stars steez on this one ... "Work Edition"

[edmond]

Grizzly boots from washington who can proxy for me??!

[mlwdp]

I have some brass hardware on a pair of boots that have oxidized. Should I polish the brass eyelets and hooks or have them age gracefully? Is it possible to polish the hardware without ruining the leather of the shoe?

Edited December 31, 2016 by mlwdp

[garden gnomes in space]

id just let them be if it were me

[mlwdp]

Does anyone have any recommendations for a boot similar to the Santa Rosa Fillmore? Looking for something in grey, suede preferred. Basically something to wear at work (business casual) and out and about with jeans. Not looking for true, over the ankle boots, as they never feel quite comfortable.

Boot in question:

The brand Unmarked is great but the wait time to get them is a pain but worth it in the end if they past through customs. They'll do a custom pair if you want. Edited January 1, 2017 by mlwdp

[mlwdp]

Speaking of engineers, I came across these Flat Head Engineer boots yesterday. Wayyyy out of my price range though

Can't really decide if I like them or not.

[edmond]

I love your boots wesco i swear by them but :

Hi Ed,

Thank you for the pictures, but unfortunately, I am sorry to say, there is really nothing I can do with it. If its rough to the touch, then you might be able to trim off any leather that seems hard, dried out condition. Maybe use an exacto knife or finger nail clippers. I do not think oiling it will help. But as it is, we cannot redo the tops.

Thanks,

Ray Kessinger III

Wesco

Rebuild / Warranty Dept.

800.326.2711 x207

[Geeman]

Speaking of engineers, I came across these Flat Head Engineer boots yesterday. Wayyyy out of my price range though

Can't really decide if I like them or not.

Awful.something a camp cowboy would wear

[itsbenhere]

Yeah.... I dont like most of flat heads footwear at all. Surprising since everything else always looks great.

[tod]

BTW, anyone know where the name "Rolling Dub Trio" comes from..?

[aho]

Interesting to see White's will have a booth at Inspiration LA next month. I'm guessing to preview their casual boot line, which I'll document widely for you all here. Personally, I'll stick with the standard work boots, but do agree the new designs will appeal to many.

[mpukas]

Aho - any info/pics of their new boot line? 

[aho]

^Not a clue, other than what Rob posted on the previous page!:

 

 

White's is stepping up their game in the casual boot market. This is a prototype on a 'Barrie' last and Dainite sole.