WESCO

[Appfaff]

Thanks @madmonday and @neph93 - Im excited about them to say the least. I  have been wanting a tan pecos style boot for ages, so these fit the bill nicely.

Now I gotta run and get some insoles and weather proofer haha

[Engineer]

@Appfaff FWIW, I'm an 8.5D in Red Wings (Iron Ranger & Beckman) with thin socks, and I'm a 9E or 9.5D in Wescos with medium-weight or thick socks.  On the brannock, I'm a 9.5D (L) and 9E (R).  Hope this helps/reassures, even though they're already en route!

[Appfaff]

Thanks dude!  Sounds like it should work out just fine!

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[Finkster]

@Appfaff:

And…........

Copped

Since my wife was beyond generous and purchased my Road Champs for me for Easter, I finally saw the light when it comes to well made boots.

I'll post pics once they arrive!

Congrats! … The Bootery for the win 

[Appfaff]

Top notch construction - super heavy. Just what I would expect!

Foot fits nice and snug, but have some major heel slip.. Maybe I'm an E midfoot and a D heel… Anyways, I'll probably get an insole for them once they break in a bit!

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[Engineer]

@Appfaff  Those look great!  How do they feel length-wise?  I imagine heel-slip will subside over time, as things loosen up and the sole becomes more pliable.

[Appfaff]

@Engineer - the length and feel around the arch and toes is 100% perfect. Snug with just enough room to accommodate some stretch.  I'm sure the heel will tighten up as the heel cup molds to me foot.  Really beautiful boots. Glad I was able to snag these!

[Giles]

The heel slip will subside with time.  You can try heating the heel cup with a hair dryer and squeezing it. It will deform with heat…..

[Appfaff]

Thanks for the heads up @Giles - ive worn them all morning and it's already a lot better. I'm sure forcing the midsole to conform is going to be a task in itself haha

I've already gotten quite a few compliments from clients this morning on them. One of my 75 year old clients said "You look quite hipster today in your buck skin boots" haha

[seawolf]

The heel slip will subside, but you'll also get used to what little remains. It's a natural feature of engineer boots; one that I've grown to find rather charming.

[Appfaff]

Thanks @seawolf !  On day 2 of wearing them and already notice it has gotten less "aggressive." Didn't have much heel slip in my Road Champs, but I'm guessing the instep straps does help a little..

[Bluegrass]

instep straps help for sure imo….

[seawolf]

Agreed! Enjoy those beauties!

[chiverus]

Just received these bad boys from Paula. Build quality is amazing, definitely on a par with my Vibergs.

Custom Foot Patrol
Brown oil tanned rough out [same as per IHWE-Build-1]
Same thread stitching colour as IHWE-Build-1
Black eyelets and hooks
4 eyelets, 2 hooks, 1 eyelet at top
Sole Vibram 100

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[Finkster]

^ Excellent purchase! … Patrolz 4 the win

[neph93]

+1! They look very nice indeed.

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[Giles]

@chiverus:

Just received these bad boys from Paula. Build quality is amazing, definitely on a par with my Vibergs.

And I have to say, one of my fave builds thus far…..

[khaki8]

I like the look of the brown oil tanned rough out much better than the Domain…looks more substantial and better color.

[Appfaff]

Really diggin the shape and feel of these Morrisons. They are a beast to break in but are getting better everyday.

What's the consensus on treating the burlap smooth out leather?  Thinking of maybe trying to darken the color just a tad, and I'm guessing since the leather has not be tanned, it could stand to be weather proofed a bit…

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[superfuzz]

I've seen a lot of pic online of aged smooth burlap and they seem to just darken nicely with wear.