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fine looking boots
the other thing about welted boots was that hobnails and studs destroyed the construction - and as far as I know studded soles were popular for early miltary boots because the sole lasted longer . . . since you weren't really in a position to be getting your boots re-soled on the front line (welted or otherwise)
anyway be interested to see how your boots develop
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I've just bought a pair of these from LL Bean:
Not as nice a pair of Red Wings, but a lot cheaper and they seem to have a very positive following on Styleforum.
Should be with me in about two weeks.
M.
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Roy Boots will be delivered by Thursday and my "Cultizm" Red Wings will be here by Monday!!!
Roy Boots
RW "Cutlizm" 879
Excitement is the understatement of the year!!!
Hey Lando, are the Red Wings suede? Looking for some good winter boots to go with the snow and general wetty coldness here in the Alps and not sure that suede would cut it. Just got a pair of Fracap Scarponcino (beautiful handmade Italien walking boots) but these look way more hardcore!
Could be an expensive month as I prepare to venture forth into the dangerous world of Iron Heart (would have loved a Melton but seems like they've all gone until next year, may go with a heavy flannel). Wish me luck! -
damn i wish i got a pair of those roys. between those and the aldens i copped off you previously i think my boot steez would be officially down.
by the way, why did you ever sell the little tanks? not your style? not your size?
still the best boot i have, get so many comments on them
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bertoni, the RW's are suede and I prob wont war them out in the rain/ snow.
stever, I sold the Little Tanks because they were too big. Glad you are enjoying them!
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Thanks for that Lando. Yeah I don't need another pair of suede boots….love em but don't get to wear them over here much in winter. Any experience with the Red Wing 875? Or any other chunky monkey boots?
Tons of experience. Not good for Winter/ Snow and Ice unless you get a pair with Vibram soles!
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is it good enough for winter ?(and hilly neighborhood as a bonus 8))
I own those in that same color, pics in the WAYWT thread. They are definitely warm enough for winter. The fleece lining is warm and the fall weather requires me to wear lightweight running socks.
As far as hills in the snow, I will be finding out this winter. I live in the most notoriously hilly areas of philadelphia, and I live on top of the hill. The soles look like they might be a bit slippery to me, but we will see.
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Like the look of those…don't need any more hiking boots though...got myself 2 pairs of Fracaps (well worth looking at by the way...hand made italien beauties).
I'm thinking of a pair of Red Wings but can't figure out the difference between the 875, 8131 and the 8173? Like the look of the 877 too.
Can anyone help me out here...experience of any of these boots?
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I'm thinking of a pair of Red Wings but can't figure out the difference between the 875, 8131 and the 8173? Like the look of the 877 too.
Can anyone help me out here…experience of any of these boots?
Thanks in advanceAll of them have different leathers, 875 is Oro-iginal, 8131 is oro Russet Portage and 8173 is Abilene Roughout. Otherwise I think they're the same, last-wise etc. 877 is Oro-iginal as well.
I have the 875s and I love them, to me it's the "classic" Red Wing model. I do have a soft spot for the Abilene roughout….
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Check these out, a nice alternative to Alden. Pretty special I think you'll agree.
Wolverine 1000 mile 721 Ltd Shell Cordovan
The first link is a guy on Style Forum trying to bust all the myths about caring for cordovan & the other 2 are about the boots & the cordovan.
Now can I justify ANOTHER pair of boots
http://www.styleforum.net/showthread.php?t=205531
TT
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I saw these a couple weeks ago = the first and probably last pair of Wolverines that I think are worth buying. If only for the leather…
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Just saw these in person last week and I must say, they are really incredible!
Thorogood for Epaulet Horsehide No. 685 Boot
$245
http://www.epauletshop.com/servlet/the-768/Thorogood-for-Epaulet-Horsehide/Detail"About Weinbrenner & Thorogood
Since 1892, Weinbrenner Shoe Company (manufacturer of the Thorogood brand) has been a leading manufacturer and pioneering force in the American footwear industry, initiating many of the significant safety and job-fitted design elements that are common today. Originally founded in Milwaukee, and now located in Merrill, Wisconsin, Thorogood footwear is the most trusted brand in the uniform and work industry. They manufacture boots for police, firemen, postal works, the NYFD - you name it. As an employee-owned company, Weinbrenner craftsmen work hard to provide hardworking men and women with the best, most comfortable boots and shoes around." -
Dayum
Good price too
Price is good, company is reputable, shop to purchase is great, and they really look good in person!!!
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I've just bought a pair of these from LL Bean:
Not as nice a pair of Red Wings, but a lot cheaper and they seem to have a very positive following on Styleforum.
Should be with me in about two weeks.
M.
I have a pair of these and I really like them. They're very comfortable and great for actually doing work in them without having to worry about wrecking them. They take a nice patina over time
I have two pairs of RW GT's and I have pretty bad gouges in both.
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I've just bought a pair of these from LL Bean:
Not as nice a pair of Red Wings, but a lot cheaper and they seem to have a very positive following on Styleforum.
Should be with me in about two weeks.
M.
I have a pair of these and I really like them. They're very comfortable and great for actually doing work in them without having to worry about wrecking them. They take a nice patina over time
I have two pairs of RW GT's and I have pretty bad gouges in both.
Hi Doug
That's great to know - it's always a bit of a risk buying boots like this online from another country, but they seem to have a good reputation. I used to sell outdoor equipment and walking boots etc. and hate not being able to try them on before buying. They're winging their way to me as I type, I should have them in a week or so.
Can I ask what wax/polish/dressing you put on them, if any?
Cheers!
Michael
