Footwear to go with our jackets

[Mrfrown]

Wesco Boss 7500 today with a brown duck chore coat (really digging it as a replacement for a blazer or sport coat)

 

[Jin431]

You are in for an experience. The heavyweight denim is no joke. Let us know what you think when you get them.

I'm sure it will be no joke. I'd rather start with a heavyweight and then get the lighter ones just so it's a step down in terms of stiffness. Hope to get the jeans later in the week

 

[AeroFan_07]

I do like Nicks or Whites but I'm not too sure on their sizing. those loggers do look like it will take abuse and be sturdy about it

Here you go - https://nicksboots.com/resources/sizing-guide/

You have all kinds of dealer's close to you. We have none in the Midwest.

Snow? Well, it keeps on snowing. We're used to it. Sunday morning it was only -11F / -24C. Oddly it was not windy. Usually in the Midwest when it's below 0F the wind also has to be blowing too. So that was nice that it was not. Salt does not melt ice & snow very well under 0F. Finally used 4WD in the truck this evening coming back from they gym, first time in a few weeks that it was helpful.

 

[Jin431]

Benzein Cigar Horse Rump Chelsea

 

[Jin431]

Here you go - https://nicksboots.com/resources/sizing-guide/

You have all kinds of dealer's close to you. We have none in the Midwest.

Snow? Well, it keeps on snowing. We're used to it. Sunday morning it was only -11F / -24C. Oddly it was not windy. Usually in the Midwest when it's below 0F the wind also has to be blowing too. So that was nice that it was not. Salt does not melt ice & snow very well under 0F. Finally used 4WD in the truck this evening coming back from they gym, first time in a few weeks that it was helpful.

There's no nicks close to me but I'll look them up. I know my Truman boot size and I can always get a waxed rough out w/ commando soles from them so I don't have to 2nd guess myself but I have plenty of service boots already. So those nicks loggers might be the way to go just so I can try a slightly different style.

It was only -11F you say lol I probably would have just stayed indoors for the whole winter then! Man that's so cold!

 

[Psant25]

There's no nicks close to me but I'll look them up. I know my Truman boot size and I can always get a waxed rough out w/ commando soles from them so I don't have to 2nd guess myself but I have plenty of service boots already. So those nicks loggers might be the way to go just so I can try a slightly different style.

It was only -11F you say lol I probably would have just stayed indoors for the whole winter then! Man that's so cold!

Little nippy here too was like -30 something F with windchill the other week. Kinda cold letting my dogs out. Had to train them to **** in the drive way lol otherwise a few steps in the snow their feet would freeze up and they would be limping back inside.

 

[Fonzie]

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Little nippy here too was like -30 something F with windchill the other week. Kinda cold letting my dogs out. Had to train them to **** in the drive way lol otherwise a few steps in the snow their feet would freeze up and they would be limping back inside.

Wow! That’s -34 Celsius, I can’t even comprehend that cold.
Where do you live?

 

[Psant25]

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Wow! That’s -34 Celsius, I can’t even comprehend that cold.
Where do you live?

The “frozen tundra” green bay Wisconsin USA

 

[Jin431]

Little nippy here too was like -30 something F with windchill the other week. Kinda cold letting my dogs out. Had to train them to **** in the drive way lol otherwise a few steps in the snow their feet would freeze up and they would be limping back inside.

Oh my Green Bay in winter is just a different world away. I'm sure that will make someone be a pro with layering for warmth. The dog training is different too lol it's not just tricks but for survival.

 

[TMP]

My humble contribution - newly acquired Wolverine 1000 mile Addisons:

 

[Spiney]

Anyone had experience with the Timberland American Craft boots ? I’ve been wearing regular 6 inch boots for decades and never had any issues with them. These look a lot like Red Wing etc ( moc toe ). Heavily discounted here in England at the moment.

 

[Jin431]

Sagara Cordmaster (monkey boot)olive badalassi with black overdye

 

[Edward]

Just ordered a pair of these for the warmer weather

https://pikebrothers-shop.com/ItemV...0000107&menuGrp=00000001&number=P0501-20-0003

I remember seeing originals on sale in our army surplus hangout in Belfast back in the eighties; must have been around the time there was a whole slew of Vietnam pictures in the cinema and - for kids who were born after it and for whom it had no cultural resonance other than a 'cinema' war - it had a weird sort of dystopian glamour... Back then you could buy an original issued or sometimes even never-issued surplus - M65 or MA1 in original green or over-dyed black for just £25.... those were the days! I did later have a pair of Magnums. Practical boots, if not my aesthetic now. The M66 Jungle boots having cotton panel will make them much 'cooler' to wear in Summer.

Best way ever to break in bootws - go hiking - especially where Angus roam free.

Dunno about that... I went on my Silver Duke of Edinburgh's hike with new boots bought three days before and worn round the house. Feet were like two raw steaks by the end of day one; our assessor was impressed I made it to the end of day 3 and competed the hike. Not made that mistake since!

Allen Edmonds Normandy boots. I really love the kudu. If only I could transplant this style onto a White’s last.

Worn yesterday with my Aero Type III.

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Lovely depth to the colour on those.

Wesco Boss 7500 today with a brown duck chore coat (really digging it as a replacement for a blazer or sport coat)

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It's a great look, nice alternative to a leather jacket with a collar and tie when you want something more casual but still want to wear a tie.

Sagara Cordmaster (monkey boot)olive badalassi with black overdye

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These are great. I love lace to toe boots. Didn't care for them way back, then I fell in with a pair of black ones from CAT on eBay for cheap, and they became real favourites. These look superb. I'm keen on more when I clear out my surplus footwear, though it's not as easy a style as some to find right now.

 

[bn1966]

I remember seeing originals on sale in our army surplus hangout in Belfast back in the eighties; must have been around the time there was a whole slew of Vietnam pictures in the cinema and - for kids who were born after it and for whom it had no cultural resonance other than a 'cinema' war - it had a weird sort of dystopian glamour... Back then you could buy an original issued or sometimes even never-issued surplus - M65 or MA1 in original green or over-dyed black for just £25.... those were the days! I did later have a pair of Magnums. Practical boots, if not my aesthetic now. The M66 Jungle boots having cotton panel will make them much 'cooler' to wear in Summer.



Dunno about that... I went on my Silver Duke of Edinburgh's hike with new boots bought three days before and worn round the house. Feet were like two raw steaks by the end of day one; our assessor was impressed I made it to the end of day 3 and competed the hike. Not made that mistake since!



Lovely depth to the colour on those.



It's a great look, nice alternative to a leather jacket with a collar and tie when you want something more casual but still want to wear a tie.



These are great. I love lace to toe boots. Didn't care for them way back, then I fell in with a pair of black ones from CAT on eBay for cheap, and they became real favourites. These look superb. I'm keen on more when I clear out my surplus footwear, though it's not as easy a style as some to find right now.

I remember seeing originals on sale in our army surplus hangout in Belfast back in the eighties; must have been around the time there was a whole slew of Vietnam pictures in the cinema and - for kids who were born after it and for whom it had no cultural resonance other than a 'cinema' war - it had a weird sort of dystopian glamour... Back then you could buy an original issued or sometimes even never-issued surplus - M65 or MA1 in original green or over-dyed black for just £25.... those were the days! I did later have a pair of Magnums. Practical boots, if not my aesthetic now. The M66 Jungle boots having cotton panel will make them much 'cooler' to wear in Summer.



Dunno about that... I went on my Silver Duke of Edinburgh's hike with new boots bought three days before and worn round the house. Feet were like two raw steaks by the end of day one; our assessor was impressed I made it to the end of day 3 and competed the hike. Not made that mistake since!



Lovely depth to the colour on those.



It's a great look, nice alternative to a leather jacket with a collar and tie when you want something more casual but still want to wear a tie.



These are great. I love lace to toe boots. Didn't care for them way back, then I fell in with a pair of black ones from CAT on eBay for cheap, and they became real favourites. These look superb. I'm keen on more when I clear out my surplus footwear, though it's not as easy a style as some to find right now.

Trying to break in those Jungle boots..pig of a job..they are the right size & fit but between the stiff leather and canvas I’m blister city at the moment. Boots (the chemist) are making money off of me right now by way of plasters...

 

[Spiney]

Trying to break in those Jungle boots..pig of a job..they are the right size & fit but between the stiff leather and canvas I’m blister city at the moment. Boots (the chemist) are making money off of me right now by way of plasters...

i had a pair , years ago. Wore them to my bricklaying course. They nearly crippled me.

 

[bn1966]

i had a pair , years ago. Wore them to my bricklaying course. They nearly crippled me.

Any tips for breaking in? Using leather boot ‘stretching’ spray & have conditioned the leather. So far have walked about 12 miles mixed terrain in them over 3 days. One boot is starting to feel more relaxed, wish it’s brother would follow suit.

 

[Edward]

Trying to break in those Jungle boots..pig of a job..they are the right size & fit but between the stiff leather and canvas I’m blister city at the moment. Boots (the chemist) are making money off of me right now by way of plasters...

Try Vaseline. Rub a layer liberally all over your foot before you put your socks on in the morning, and leave it. My grandmother, God rest her soul, claimed to have seen this on a documentary on TV about the SAS. I was sceptical but gave it a go on my DoE Gold four day expedition across the Mournes way back in 1992. Turned out to be surprisingly effective - got a lot of laughs, but I was the only one who came home with no blisters.

 

[Edward]

The other one used to be to put your boots in a bucket of water til they were nicely soaked, then wear until dry, but I'm not sure how that would affect the canvas.

 

[Spiney]

Any tips for breaking in? Using leather boot ‘stretching’ spray & have conditioned the leather. So far have walked about 12 miles mixed terrain in them over 3 days. One boot is starting to feel more relaxed, wish it’s brother would follow suit.

Sorry, no tips. My pair never improved at all. Ended up throwing them out . They were brutal.

 

[bn1966]

The other one used to be to put your boots in a bucket of water til they were nicely soaked, then wear until dry, but I'm not sure how that would affect the canvas.

Heard the emersion method can shrink boots, the Vaseline could be worth a shot (bless your Grandmother). I’ve been using stretching spray and have conditioned the leather..one boot appears to be complying just need the other to agree to too