WESCO
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"A couple of hours later a very nice young woman named Kim called me saying she was from Wesco and informed me that unfortunately the boots had been listed as an E width but were in fact a D. "
Uh, oh, I have a pair of the "E" Groundouts incoming. Same deal, $200. I hope they are actually "Es".
I would say if you havent heard from anyone then you are probably good.
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I will be sure to let her know!!
Yes of course you can order the 6 inch. I recommend the 7 inch though so it is above your ankle:)
Im finally home from the road for a couple days and got to inspect the olive burlap/black tie jobmasters i purchased from Giles during the sale. Man these are impressive. The black tie leather is a really nice hard smooth black with a deep finish that can take a parade gloss shine. The olive looks even better in person and the brown/white/brown stitching just sets it off so well.
One of the things Ive really been happy with on the wescos VS just about every other boot brand is how easy they are to get on. Its as simple as just putting your foot in the boot. No tugging no shoehorns no bullshit you just put your foot in the boot.
Ive really never understood why redwing/whites/danner etc etc felt the need be so stingy with room in the tongue. Its long been a reason why, as someone who has worn workboots on a daily basis since the age of 17, Ive never invested in a quality pair of laceups. Its been redwing pecos pull ons for my entire career. When i get out of bed at 4AM still dead from a 15 hr workday the last thing i want to do is fight a pair of shoes to get them on. Especially if we hit the bar after we got off the night before.
After hearing about the seconds page on the thread (honestly never noticed it before) i decided to take a look and what do you know they had a pair of old stock groundouts in my size for two bills. I happened to be needing a new pair of safety rated footwear so i decided to scoop them up.
A couple of hours later a very nice young woman named Kim called me saying she was from Wesco and informed me that unfortunately the boots had been listed as an E width but were in fact a D. She apologized and offered either a refund or to ship the boots anyway and would make a special note to allow a return if they didnt fit (something they normally do not allow with the seconds boots). I decided to take the boots anyway and mentioned that I had been meaning to call them as the leather footbed in my jobmasters has been bunching up. She explained that sometimes there are unseen fat deposits in the leather that can cause it to be abnormally floppy and that she would include another pair of inserts free of charge with my seconds order.
@Dylansboss#2 I dont know if you have a whole lot of interaction with the customer service staff but Id like to let you guys know that speaking to her was a pleasure and further insured that I will likely remain a wesco customer for life.
Also the new customizer looks great. I think i will have to pick up some of the brogues in the next couple weeks. Can you do that style as a 6" boot?
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I have the same pair! I have been wearing them for a couple months. The white soles get a little dirty, but they look great! Great choice @Bluegrass
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Pair #3 inbound. 10" Packers in Burgundy Domain, nickel eyelets, Vibram 430. I'm pumped! This will be my tallest pair of lace-up boots, but I'll enjoy the added support.
Burgundy domain has also become my favorite leather, and my Jobmasters are my most comfortable boots. A couple people have asked if they were Danners (
), and I would politely correct them. Here's their current state.
@Dylansboss#2 , I need to swing by the shop at some point to meet you guys and get fitted for a custom pair!
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My first two pair arrived today: Groundouts and Jobmaster with Packer upper and MP toe and heel (custom I gues), both in oily black.
Holy crap these are nice boots. I see what all the fuss is about. They feel made for my feet, especially the Groundouts. The MP toe is interesting. Was expecting a much narrower toe profile, but it's fine. If anything it's a bit longer and even a bit roomier.
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Some Pics:
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@PhilinBlanks Both pairs look great, nice haul! I especially like those MP-toe packers!
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@PhilinBlanks Both pairs look great, nice haul! I especially like those MP-toe packers!
Thanks!
Me, too, on the MP/Packer/Jobmaster hybrid style in 7 inch. I can see why Giles went in that direction with some of his designs with Wesco. The MP is an elegant profile but still fine for doing real work.
People say that Wesco is still a workman build while Viberg has gotten more high-end, but the finishing quality on these Wescos is really first rate (not including the blems they were discounted for). Stitching, leather quality, "tight" build – it's all comparable to nice shoes like Aldens and actually better than a lot of dress shoes. Outstanding, can't wait to get the other two!
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@Dylansboss#2:
I have the same pair! I have been wearing them for a couple months. The white soles get a little dirty, but they look great! Great choice @Bluegrass
Thanks! I'm OK with the soles "toning down" a bit - really excited about these - never had anything like them.
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I'm liking your roughouts, Bluegrass – and Engineer's new boots as well. Must...resist...
Actually, I got a pair that's similar to yours Engineer. They are 8" Burgundy Domain Jobmasters with Packer uppers and the MP toe and heel. Very nice, but if anything they are quite a bit longer and wider than my Groundouts and Boss boots -- though all are the same size. With the MPs I wear a dress sock inside my boot sock just to firm things up a bit.
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@Engineer Come on in!
Pair #3 inbound. 10" Packers in Burgundy Domain, nickel eyelets, Vibram 430. I'm pumped! This will be my tallest pair of lace-up boots, but I'll enjoy the added support.
Burgundy domain has also become my favorite leather, and my Jobmasters are my most comfortable boots. A couple people have asked if they were Danners (
), and I would politely correct them. Here's their current state.@Dylansboss#2 , I need to swing by the shop at some point to meet you guys and get fitted for a custom pair!
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More Wescos!
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Wow, Bravo! Those are bust yourself in the mouth good. Is that the standard Packer heel height as far as you know?
@Bluegrass Thanks! I believe they're 1 lift higher.
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Glad to hear it @Engineer. Enjoy 'em!
