Wesco Engineer - Questions

[Mark Action]

Sweet....thank you.

 

[The dogs bollocks]

Dude....you are too funny. Thanks for pointing out the leg reflection.....Ansel Adams I am not. It's a good thing for everyone on the site that's all they saw of me.....needed the second boot for my prosthesis.

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[The dogs bollocks]

Hi all - I am now the proud owner of a pair of 11" Wesco Engineers. These are "plain jane" no customization but wow what a sturdy and great feeling pair of boots. I can't wait to put some miles on them.

This is my first pair of this style of boot - I am hoping someone can help with a few questions.

My foot is 11.5" x 4.25" - so I bought a pair of 12D (after perusing the Wesco size chart which actually listed 12.5E). They seem to fit well with average thickness socks with some slight heel slippage. Does one want heel slippage? Plenty of toe room and maybe just a big snug on the sides - but I believe after some wear time they will conform okay.

Also, there is a lower and upper strap with buckle. The boot width at the top is quite roomy so I adjusted that to the smallest width. The boots are somewhat difficult to pull on with pressure coming on the top of my foot so I am wondering about the lower strap. Does one set up the straps initially and from then on just pull on the boots or is it necessary to undo the strap each time? That would be somewhat of a hassle.

Curmudgeun complaint: I think one of the most difficult things in apparel is getting the right fit on shoes - and so many companies do not provide enough information - Wesco seems to be an exception. But for example I searched for "Chippewa" size or fitment charts and there is nothing out there except for interchange on the various forums. I wonder why shoe companies don't provide a list of measurements like the nice chart that Wesco does.

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Congrats!
Sounds you are on track. This is precisely how I felt and was describing mine at the stage you are. Wear them as much as you can and every day they will mold to your feet beautifully and look better and better.


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[The dogs bollocks]

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[Chadwick]

Hey guys,
First post on here, just joined after reading helpful advice on here for a while, so thank you all already.

Couple of questions I'd love your experience and expertise on. (Not sure if this is the correct thread so U might ask in others also)...
About to order some Engineers (looking at Wesco Boss, love the big rounded bump toe on the standard boss toe last) but agonizing over a couple options.
Firstly sizing - I currently wear White's Smokejumpers in a 13EE and they fit perfectly. I've seen some of you guys suggest Wesco is half-to one size up? According to my tracings and measurements, talking to Chris at Wesco I'm between a 13.5EEE and a 14EE ? But I've read others say they are all true to size and the same size fits fine... Any advice?

Secondly, midsoles... I'm definitely going for a #430 sole and probably brown dyed edge, but don't know whether to go double or standard single midsoles. I know I've got a decent sized hoof and I'm 6'1" so the doubles wouldn't look too out of proportion and I love the chunky look. But I don't wanna look like I'm on stage with KISS in platforms and have a heap of heel slippage from super stiff soles...
Thirdly buckles - I love the traditional vintage shiny look of the nickel, but I've read that most recommend the roller style for function?

Finally, has anyone bought or tried on the new White's Cykel boot? I know my size in White's at least, but they might be too narrow/pointy (kinda Equestrian looking), and are only thin soles...

I need to get it right unfortunately via distance, (I'm in Australia).
Sorry for the long post, and thanks in advance for any help

 

[Bfd70]

Anyone have any Wesco boss boots with a less traditional sole. I’m considering the 232 for more walking comfort but would prefer to see an actual picture as opposed to the boot builder.

 

[edmond]

why dont you try using the raptor sole? or you can send them the sole and theyd gladly install them for you

 

[Bfd70]

Thanks, that ship long sailed.

 

[setyoustraight]

I got some boss from wesco. They are ok. Customer service to me was way, below par. My favorite engineer type boot is from a very experienced boot maker in Guanajuato. He made me the best horsehide shoes for about 100 dollars. Only Brian the boot maker can address that way of boot making here in the US. I bet there are many old school boot makers who would make you a good boot. The trick is to find them. I will post some images of the Wesco in reference when I get a chance

What is the engineer boot makers name from Guanajuato?

 

[photo2u]

The guy that made my boots is Miguel Moralez. He is one of many who make boots. Here is a link of a small factory in Guanajuato.

They are old school. However, some make others. If you show them what you want, they also send you to individuals who only works on the styles you are interested in.

Here is another company

Their boots cost delivered to your house anywhere in Mexico for about $85 USD.

Brian "the boot maker" Uses similar practices. What I do like about Brian's styles is the old "Mexican" boot finish he gives to the boot. The line in the middle of the vamp and depending on the style and leather the "Cuban" Hell Those were some of the old traditional aspects of the "Mexican made boots.


Lastly, This is a nice guy who made some boots for me some time ago. He is more of a café racer guy that takes his vision very serious. In humble opinion, he has great newer ideas. I am open to them, but I am more like an old school guy.

 

[Texas_denim88]

Still got the boot? How is it looking over the years? I just picked up my 7oz harness Wesco and wearing the devil out of it lol… can’t wait for my steel toe engineering boot to come in next year… what I love most about Wesco is once you get your size dialed in, it’s perfect… and I normally don’t like insole in my boots but the leather insole is nice, I switch it out for wool insole during the winter times

 

[Edward]

Still got the boot? How is it looking over the years? I just picked up my 7oz harness Wesco and wearing the devil out of it lol… can’t wait for my steel toe engineering boot to come in next year… what I love most about Wesco is once you get your size dialed in, it’s perfect… and I normally don’t like insole in my boots but the leather insole is nice, I switch it out for wool insole during the winter times

That's the absolute secret with engineers, finding the brand / last that works for your foot and sticking with it. My Red Wings and Chippewas fit me beautifully off the rack. I'd love to try some Wescos with the lower toe profile one day, though they are somewhat beyond my means just for now. Maybe in a few years time if I hit the right pair I can try on in a store. These days, I'm all for OTR over custom if I can find what I want and not have to wait some months for it.