Footwear to go with our jackets

[Turnip]

Bertl 5001 to come next...

also available in a heavy duty version...

 

[dannyk]

Stopped into the local Army/Navy yesterday and got these Canadian Navy Chukkas. These are fairly ugly but I wish you all could feel them. I’ve never felt anything built as solid as these. Not even any other military boots. Not Nicks nor Frank’s. They just feel like they can survive a nuclear blast. The leather on these is thick and inside glove leather lined. Soles tough enough to break a shin bone in one kick to the leg ha. By chance an employee stopped me to chat. Turns out it was the owner. I got to know him and he was super nice and informative. He told me how he supplies 7 other army navy shops in the greater western New York area. Receives surplus from 20 different militaries. He has a warehouse that he said is about 10xs the size of the shop. Coincidently he wants to break into the Japanese market and supply there. While we chatted I told him about my extensive biker history and how I recently got into some military. Gave me his info. I’m going to give him my knowledge of the little military/fashion world and he just may give me a tour of that warehouse.

 

[dudewuttheheck]

You teacored your teacore boots. Rad. Now these boots are uniquely yours. Bet they'll look even better with bits of green showing through.

Yeah it will be really interesting to see how the green shows through this.

To be honest I like how each and every variation of these boots looked. Too bad about the awful heel slip. Also side not Gabbard is crazy talented. One day I’ll own a pair of his boots. Crazy expensive. And I’m not complaining. I’ve commented this on some of the boot FB groups I’ve seen you in as well. They are ridiculously expensive. But not out of line for what they are. A lot of places say handmade-but he literally does everything possible stepto be done by hand-well, by hand. Uses all the best materials. And does his own unique finishing dyes and oils. Similar to how Thedi has his signature wash. Takes him 40-60 hours per one boot. As Carl M. Put it he’s a master craftsmen and would you complain paying a master electrician or plumber 15-20 bucks an hour? No, that would actually be cheap. I know you know all this man. So I’m preaching to the choir; but for anyone else interested if you have the money check out Kreosote. Really unique takes on some classic styles, all handmade, US made, and don’t be shocked at the cost.

Thanks! Yeah he's very talented. His value for money actually seems to be pretty good along the likes of Flame Panda and Onderhoud. Really nice guy as well.

Cool boots dude. I’m surprised though that you think it’s normal to have heel slip in engineer boots. In my experience when they fit well there is no slippage. I thought it’s more a sign of the boots being too big. Also heel slip means that you get blisters after walking which can’t be right.

Well it's normal for me, even with my Role Clubs which fit incredible and were made after Brian took personal measurements of my feet. He said the heel slip is inescapable. I even had heel slip on an older pair of Clinch that were unquestionably too small for me. It's not just general size, it's down to exactly how your feet are shaped as well. General foot size is not the only determiner here.

Also, I do not get blisters even with heel slip on most of my engineers. I've worn my Clinch engineers on 16 hour days in Japan with no blisters at all.

 

[Imuricecreamman]

My Whites Semidress in Black water buffalo. Great boots.

 

[dudewuttheheck]

I did a review of my Grant Stone shoes recently. https://almostvintagestyle.com/2021...utsourced-boots-and-shoes-grant-stone-review/

 

[Turnip]

Dainite Jarrow Marchers to kick the duke...

 

[Jin431]

Junkard Co Tobacco Badalassi monkey boots

 

[Ayeteael]

Onderhoud x Stitchdown LCV01 in Wickett and Craig leather. Will try to post a full review later.

 

[Jin431]

Onderhoud x Stitchdown LCV01 in Wickett and Craig leather. Will try to post a full review later.
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Okaaaaay! Now that is an absolute pair of a boots! Great detail work! Congrats

 

[Ayeteael]

I just received these Onderhouds last night so this isn't really a review. It's more of an initial impression. These are absolute units. They fit incredibly well and I love the color, proportions, and aesthetics. The stitching and welt are also very neat and clean. The only complaints I have are the Wickett and Craig harness leather had multiple discoloration spots (in photos below) and nicks, and 3 of the 4 leather flaps on the inside portion of the speedhooks weren't glued down. None of these issues are dealbreakers or have any impact on function, but they took a little shine off the Onderhoud mystique in my mind. They are still fabulous boots and I would order again in a heartbeat, but when everything else is fantastic you expect all parts of the boots to be immaculate, so any imperfections stand out. These QC complaints may also not be Onderhoud's fault, since I've read that this particular leather is prone to discolorations and is difficult to work with. Plus, I know the imperfections in the leather will not be noticeable the more I wear them, and these boots are meant to be used and abused. Overall, I'm very pleased with these boots and hope to order again from Onderhoud in the future.

 

[Jin431]

I just received these Onderhouds last night so this isn't really a review. It's more of an initial impression. These are absolute units. They fit incredibly well and I love the color, proportions, and aesthetics. The stitching and welt are also very neat and clean. The only complaints I have are the Wickett and Craig harness leather had multiple discoloration spots (in photos below) and nicks, and 3 of the 4 leather flaps on the inside portion of the speedhooks weren't glued down. None of these issues are dealbreakers or have any impact on function, but they took a little shine off the Onderhoud mystique in my mind. They are still fabulous boots and I would order again in a heartbeat, but when everything else is fantastic you expect all parts of the boots to be immaculate, so any imperfections stand out. These QC complaints may also not be Onderhoud's fault, since I've read that this particular leather is prone to discolorations and is difficult to work with. Plus, I know the imperfections in the leather will not be noticeable the more I wear them, and these boots are meant to be used and abused. Overall, I'm very pleased with these boots and hope to order again from Onderhoud in the future.

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Another one for the rotation! Love this, great work! Will that leather darken over time?

 

[Ayeteael]

Another one for the rotation! Love this, great work! Will that leather darken over time?

Ya man. They should darken nicely.
I’ve still got a Nicks and my flame pandas in the works, but I’ve told myself no new orders in 2021 since I’m covered!

 

[Jin431]

Ya man. They should darken nicely.
I’ve still got a Nicks and my flame pandas in the works, but I’ve told myself no new orders in 2021 since I’m covered!

That's great so it should even out with the darker spots later on.
Got it, I keeep saying the same thing to myself hahaha

 

[Jin431]

Benzein Shinki Black Teacore Chelseas

 

[dannyk]

These need a few touch up spots, but finally got around to dubbing my ATF Type 3 Service boots. I used some Huberds Shoe Grease as it’s an old company that is very similar to how must dubs were back then. After a few touch ups these will be ready to rock.

 

[Jin431]

These need a few touch up spots, but finally got around to dubbing my ATF Type 3 Service boots. I used some Huberds Shoe Grease as it’s an old company that is very similar to how must dubs were back then. After a few touch ups these will be ready to rock. View attachment 316111

Looks so much better after it darkened! I wished I did that treatment with my old redwing. Nice!

 

[dannyk]

Looks so much better after it darkened! I wished I did that treatment with my old redwing. Nice!

They really do look like completely different boots. I liked them light as they came, I love them now that they darkened.

 

[Jin431]

They really do look like completely different boots. I liked them light as they came, I love them now that they darkened.

Completely agree. I can't for the life of me get into cognac/tan/natural boots because of how clean they are and how odd it looks before the patina and wear finally makes them look interesting.

 

[Fonzie]

These need a few touch up spots, but finally got around to dubbing my ATF Type 3 Service boots. I used some Huberds Shoe Grease as it’s an old company that is very similar to how must dubs were back then. After a few touch ups these will be ready to rock. View attachment 316111

Wow that looks great!
Would that treatment work in soft suede too?
I have a pair of RM Williams in tan suede that I’d love to darken a little but I’m not sure how yo go it, any tips?

 

[dannyk]

Wow that looks great!
Would that treatment work in soft suede too?
I have a pair of RM Williams in tan suede that I’d love to darken a little but I’m not sure how yo go it, any tips?

I honestly don’t know how it would work on those. Maybe shoot RM an email and ask their opinion to be safe? But they really look incredible and they are just a bit more weather resistant as well. So what I did was use Huberds Shoe Grease. It’s a few different waxes, primarily beeswax mixed with pine tar. If you’ve never used it before, it’s quite a strong scent. I actually love it, but be warned ha. In any case if the cans been sitting for a while the ingredients can separate so make sure to mix it real well. I also heated up some water. Not boiling, but warm and put the water in a bowl. Then I put the Huberds can in the bowl. Let it heat and melt the wax. Then I mixed it really well. I applied it with my fingers, and used a toothbrush to get it in the cracks and crevices. Like I said might hit a spot or two again. But that’s the method I used and they came out great.