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Post by alphatectz on Dec 21, 2016 23:43:51 GMT -6
I've got a pair of the Black Cherries  They run big so size down. For me they were a bear to break in. Took a good 3 months of wear. I wouldn't say they make the most comfortable boot (nothing beats a pair of Doc's for comfort) but they are very versatile. They dress up nicely. How will you be using them? Thx, they'll be my everyday boots (work, night out with the wife) mostly denim hoodies or sweaters. |
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Post by alphatectz on Dec 21, 2016 23:44:29 GMT -6
How about a pair of Alden's?  Not bad, just not the look that I like. |
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Post by DigDug on Dec 21, 2016 23:56:00 GMT -6
I've got a pair of the Black Cherries They run big so size down. For me they were a bear to break in. Took a good 3 months of wear. I wouldn't say they make the most comfortable boot (nothing beats a pair of Doc's for comfort) but they are very versatile. They dress up nicely. How will you be using them? Thx, they'll be my everyday boots (work, night out with the wife) mostly denim hoodies or sweaters. I've gone from mixing concrete to church to out on the town with my wife all on the same day wearing these. Get a good brush and your good to go. |
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Dec 22, 2016 7:16:49 GMT -6
Post by ncbluegrass on Dec 22, 2016 7:16:49 GMT -6
have you taken a look at Chippewa?
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Post by nate001 on Dec 22, 2016 7:30:21 GMT -6
I have RW Beckmann and love them. From October till April, they're basically the only shoe I wear. They took a little while to break in, (for me maybe 1-2 weeks of daily wear) and it's a little painful, but worth it. Very versatile boots as others have said. I wear a 13 in most other shoes and I wear a 13 in Beckman too. |
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Post by alphatectz on Dec 22, 2016 8:20:39 GMT -6
Thx, they'll be my everyday boots (work, night out with the wife) mostly denim hoodies or sweaters. I've gone from mixing concrete to church to out on the town with my wife all on the same day wearing these. Get a good brush and your good to go. Awesome |
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Post by alphatectz on Dec 22, 2016 8:20:51 GMT -6
have you taken a look at Chippewa? I'll take a look at them now. |
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Post by alphatectz on Dec 22, 2016 8:21:08 GMT -6
I have RW Beckmann and love them. From October till April, they're basically the only shoe I wear. They took a little while to break in, (for me maybe 1-2 weeks of daily wear) and it's a little painful, but worth it. Very versatile boots as others have said. I wear a 13 in most other shoes and I wear a 13 in Beckman too. Do they run big, small or true to size? |
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Dec 22, 2016 9:06:58 GMT -6
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Post by bentin on Dec 22, 2016 9:06:58 GMT -6
Redwings tend to run a full size under Brannock. I wear a 9.5 Brannock and an 8.5 in RW.
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Dec 22, 2016 10:41:54 GMT -6
Post by drewcandraw on Dec 22, 2016 10:41:54 GMT -6
do you guys always brush your boots before going out and after you take them off? I never do that at all from my work boots to more dressy ones. Should i be doing it haha?
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Post by DigDug on Dec 22, 2016 10:54:45 GMT -6
do you guys always brush your boots before going out and after you take them off? I never do that at all from my work boots to more dressy ones. Should i be doing it haha? I have a dirty brush for my work boots (Doc's, iron Rangers). Those I brush maybe monthly. The nicer ones I brush most times before I go out. The dust/dirt dry out the oils in the boot, so it's best to remove it. I keep the brushes in the same area as the boots. Only takes 10 seconds to do. |
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Post by davelewis on Dec 22, 2016 11:57:46 GMT -6
do you guys always brush your boots before going out and after you take them off? I never do that at all from my work boots to more dressy ones. Should i be doing it haha? I regard my boots as an investment, and in turn will require care and looking after to get the best long term results. This time of year, my forays into the woods will usually leave my boots with dirt, and mud which I wipe, or brush off when I return home. Your footwear will thank you for it with improved longevity. |
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Post by alphatectz on Dec 23, 2016 20:34:20 GMT -6
Ok so I gave my wife a hint last night about the red wings x j crew boots. So I'm hoping she'll pick them up for xmas. (She did go last min shopping today)
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Jan 7, 2017 15:18:40 GMT -6
Post by davelewis on Jan 7, 2017 15:18:40 GMT -6
I'd like to get some opinions from anyone that has a high recommendation of a good wedge sole boot. I've got Danners for hunting, and outdoor use, White's for motorcycle, and a pair of semi-dress for styling in, and La Sportiva for backpacking and climbing. All of these except for the semi dress have a heavy lug vibram, which is great for its intended use, but I find that as I'm now in my 60s, and still walking out and about at least 5 miles on most days, I can get some foot fatigue at the end of the day.
I'm wondering if picking up a pair of Red Wings, Danner bull run, or Throgood with a wedge sole will fit the bill, or go the usual route and order a pair of handmade. Nicks wait time is currently around 4-5 months if I'm correct, and really don't want to wait, if something else will suffice.
How much wear are you getting out of a wedge sole, before having to replace?
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Post by yinzer on Jan 7, 2017 15:31:18 GMT -6
I'd like to get some opinions from anyone that has a high recommendation of a good wedge sole boot. I've got Danners for hunting, and outdoor use, White's for motorcycle, and a pair of semi-dress for styling in, and La Sportiva for backpacking and climbing. All of these except for the semi dress have a heavy lug vibram, which is great for its intended use, but I find that as I'm now in my 60s, and still walking out and about at least 5 miles on most days, I can get some foot fatigue at the end of the day. I'm wondering if picking up a pair of Red Wings, Danner bull run, or Throgood with a wedge sole will fit the bill, or go the usual route and order a pair of handmade. Nicks wait time is currently around 4-5 months if I'm correct, and really don't want to wait, if something else will suffice. How much wear are you getting out of a wedge sole, before having to replace? Go Thorogood. Anything made in the US line. I actually wear mine for work (steel toes) and they all are buttery soft and comfortable the day that you put them on. Nothing beats them for comfort, and I have bought boots from many, many brands going through about 1-2 pairs a year. Also, their wedge sole seems to last longer than other brands. |
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Post by Winterland on Jan 13, 2017 0:22:16 GMT -6
I'd like to get some opinions from anyone that has a high recommendation of a good wedge sole boot. I've got Danners for hunting, and outdoor use, White's for motorcycle, and a pair of semi-dress for styling in, and La Sportiva for backpacking and climbing. All of these except for the semi dress have a heavy lug vibram, which is great for its intended use, but I find that as I'm now in my 60s, and still walking out and about at least 5 miles on most days, I can get some foot fatigue at the end of the day. I'm wondering if picking up a pair of Red Wings, Danner bull run, or Throgood with a wedge sole will fit the bill, or go the usual route and order a pair of handmade. Nicks wait time is currently around 4-5 months if I'm correct, and really don't want to wait, if something else will suffice. How much wear are you getting out of a wedge sole, before having to replace? Go Thorogood. Anything made in the US line. I actually wear mine for work (steel toes) and they all are buttery soft and comfortable the day that you put them on. Nothing beats them for comfort, and I have bought boots from many, many brands going through about 1-2 pairs a year. Also, their wedge sole seems to last longer than other brands. The price is right too. |
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