/fa/ - Fashion

This one won't 404, good job OP

What are some European equivalents of brands like Red Wings, Viberg, Alden, Whites and others?
What are the big names of boots over there?

>>13977214

>>13977255
British makers, Crockett and Jones, Loake (1880 and up range) John Lobb, Edward Green, Grenson (G1 and up range).

What’s color leather gets the most bang out of your buck with wardrobe options? Is it still heresy to wear a shade of brown with black denim? Committing to black boots feels like you’re really limiting your options, but maybe I’m full of shit and they’re super versatile.

>>13977427
Hideous, but Chippewa is a very good entry level boot. Nothing great, about Wolverine-tier, not quite to the level of a Red Wing, but good entry level stuff for someone just getting into boots and not wanting to spend a lot figuring out what they like.

>>13977463
Definitely brown since it can go with so much more than black.
Ideally, you would have a black and a brown boot. But if you're only getting one, brown is much more versatile.

>>13977472
Figured as much, thanks. 2 pairs aren’t a priority at the moment but I’d like to focus on one. Is something like oxblood in the middleground or just a bad idea in general?

>>13977486
Oxblood is very fine as long as you've got the colors and outfit to compliment it. I'm actually planning on an oxblood or similar color for my next boot.
But again, if you're only getting one for now, definitely start with brown. If you start with black you'll get upset when you can't wear them with anything you own.

>>13977470
Well, good then. They are in fact my first pair of real boots. They’re going to be beat to shit (mountain life) so I wasn’t looking to drop a fortune. I bought them true to size - a bit roomy in the toes but snug around the sides. The boot breaks at the right point so hopefully they’ll work out.

Do i NEED to treat my boots? Is waxing them essential? If so, what should I buy?

>>13977498
They should serve you well and last a long time. There's nothing wrong with Chippewa, just expect a lot of loose threads and eventually some pretty ugly creasing. I'm not sure about that specific model but most Chips have a foam insole instead of leather so just make sure they dry completely if they ever get really wet to make sure they last as long as possible.
I do like that they're 360 degree welted since they're gonna be your mountain boots as that helps make them a little bit more water-resistant.

>>13977519
Depends, really. Some do, some don't. What boots and what kind of leather are they made from?

>>13977542
Haven’t bought any yet, but >>13977427
look pretty nice.

I just got gifted these boots for Christmas. Should I keep them or ask for the receipt instead?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HDXXFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ckPlCbJ2CTDGT

>>13977774
Are you a punk rocker with a mohawk who wears a leather jacket with patches all over?
If no, then there is no reason for a human being to wear those.

>>13977172
:^)

>>13977255
officine creative

>>13977538
Awesome. Thanks.

I will never fall for the Chromexcel meme ever again.

Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.

>>13977790
what boots would you recommend for around the same price?

>>13978183
Honestly I don't know as the heroine using punk/neo-nazi aesthetic isn't for me.

Unless you're a paratrooper jumping out of planes, leave those boots alone.

>>13978116
What don't you like about chromexcel? And everything is chromexcel nowadays.

>>13978207
Chromexcel is very soft and stretches a lot. It's great when you first get them as the break-in is easy, but eventually they can stretch to the point where it affects the fit, though that is rare.But they are also not dyed through so the finish is only a thin top layer that is very fragile. The slightest scratch removes the finish and once it's gone it's not coming back. This is especially problematic if they're black as the black wears off to show brown underneath which looks bad most of the time. Polish fills them in but so much for your patina and that cool worn look we like.
Loose grain is the worst part of CXL though. It's happens way more than other brands and looks bad when it happens. Even high end brands that use CXL like Alden are known for it happening. I don't like loose grain and getting CXL is basically asking for it.

CXL is a meme and I fell for it once but never again.

thoughts on these? clarkdale bud

Bump

I've been trying to find some Chippewa 8" Service boots in 12W but I can't find them for the life of me. Did they quit making this style boot in that size or is it just slow production right now?

>>13978924
The service boots are called by different names. I think it's the Aldrich boot now or something

fa cant boot so, . . .

>>13978289
Oakdale buuuud

>>13978188
>>13978183
Oh fucking hell they're used as basic work boots in the US and you can wear them like regular black boots around many outfits. Get some new outsoles desu, the flat ones they come with are pretty slippery on snow and ice. Half of this is coming from a jealous finn that can't get Corcorans from anywhere in the EU.

>2011+8
>/fa/scists wearing boots they actually need for harsh work environments
These threads would be dead in an hour if it weren't for faggots who love work boots.

I was gifted these, are they good to go or is brogue far too out of style?

I want some boots but I have “tall” feet. Whatever bone is on the top of my foot is always at odds with the top of the boot around where the laces start. What can I do?

>>13977842
he posted it again. so funny. ha.ha.ha.

132 euros, should I cop?
Also is derby a good choice for a first pair of boots? I mostly dress casual

>>13979766
Get taller boots

>>13979953
Those aren't boots, they're shoes...

>>13977172
remember kids, always get 6 or 3 eyelets docs unless you want to look like a fucking retard

>>13978023
What wear with that all black boots? Blue jeans? Sand chinos will be cop? What colors will be good with all black boots?

Anyone know anything about Helm boots? I've been seeing them pop up a lot but I've never tried them

What's with the h8 for blake stitch? I've never had moisture seep up into any blake stitched shoes.

>>13980054
do you need to know how to undo your pants to take a piss too?

>>13980172
Harder to resole and honestly they're just not that common. You rarely see them except on some dress shoes

>>13979441
These look cool
Keep em

looking to condition my red wing merchants. is any mink oil going to be fine? or should I be getting the red wings mink oil. probably a stupid question, but I want to know if they've just basically slapped their brand on it and that's the only difference

>>13980850
I just bought Red Wing brand stuff for all my Red Wing boots. It's easier that way as they make products specifically for their boots

>>13981153
hm. it's a ten pound difference, but I guess I may as well. my boots don't really look run down but I prefer taking care of them now rather than later.

thanks

Ignore the ugly FR work jeans- I got these for work and I liked them enough to wear them day to day.

Thoughts on these for a man?

Y/N?

I picked up a pair of Red Wing 8111's today for climbing and stuff and they're the best boots ever.

That being said, breaking boots in is something I forgot existed.

What do you guys think of them /fa/?

>>13981274
pretty nice man. red wings are a bitch to break in. but idk, with mine every time I get in them they feel better than the last. more comfier etc. that's even after one year solid wearing them. despite what people say about RWs here I think they're still very good quality.

>>13981274
>Red Wing 8111's today for climbing
what? you know that's not what they're for and that people make shoes for that, right?

>>13981260
only if you promise to change the laces

>>13981286
>steel climbing not rock climbing. Don't try wearing climbing shoes when you're on a girder.

>>13981280
People shit talk RW's here?

>>13981292
Yeah i would probably put some waxed laces on

>>13980054
literally anything, they're just black boots

>>13981269
the sole is too big, but that's the current meme, so yes

>>13981274
I own a pair and they're amazing. I wear mine hiking and outdoors and working in the garage and whatever else and they're comfortable all day. I have worn mine for 12+ hours and felt great.
The leather is pretty awesome too, you can abuse the hell out of it and scuffs and scratches just go away with a finger or a wipe.

>>13981260
Absolutely disgusting.

>>13981167
I figure if Red Wing makes them specifically for their boots then why bother with other stuff that may or may not work as well

Sorry Anons, but I tried posting this in the thread that was more appropriate to cuban heels last week but no one responded.

Does anyone have experience with BeatWear? I am keen on getting a pair of Lennons or Zips, but one Anon posted a few weeks back saying that the quality was shit. Can anyone confirm? I don't see a problem with them, and their reputation seems okay...so, is there any reason to avoid them?

Thanks in advance, and I'm sorry I had to put this in here but there's no where else to ask.

I used to hate my beckmans and now they are growing on me
do I have autism?

Thoughts on the Abe boots?

>>13981691
Are you like into steam punk or something

>>13981730
It's more so that I like Vietnam jungle boots but not the black leather

Natural CXL after 2 months of wear a regular application of Saphir Renovateur.

Natural CXL after 2 months of wear and regular application of Saphir Renovateur.

>>13981843
Why are you regularly applying that stuff to it? Let them get dirty and darken and enjoy how the color changes. Stop babying boots that don't need to be babied.

>>13981855
I apply it once a month to keep the leather nourished. I baby all my boots. Despite what you may have heard, it doesn’t prevent the leather from aging or developing a patina.

>>13980054
imo all black boots look good with pretty much everything except blue jeans

>>13981340
God himself could hand deliver a pair of perfect boots to a /fa/ggot and they'd still complain.

>>13981340
this >>13982310 is entirely correct, unfortunately. i've seen RWs talked down on here yes. usually by people who have never owned a pair, but yes.

>>13981567
because it's cheaper, that's literally my only reason. i'm going to go with the branded stuff to be safe rather than sorry

>>13981924
Absolutely correct, and based boots too

Renovateur is the goat

I use it every month or so on some beater English brogues, lasted seven years before the sole became so fucked my cobbler said even he couldn't repair them

>>13978263
Oh wow, a detailed response on 4chan. So how do you avoid CXL since it's so prevalent with boots?

>>13978263
So what are good alternatives?

I got a pair of these Grensons a few years back and I wore them pretty hard. I have only recently started waxing them and as a result they turned darker, than their original tan colour. They look pretty worn, so I'm wondering what to do about them. Would a cobbler be able to renovate them and restore their original shine?

>>13983818
You could always go in and ask. Can't hurt.

>>13983841

Yeah, I found a few shoe restoration shops in my area, so I will take them there.

>>13983818
use a lighter polish

look up bulling you can get them to shine much more than the factory finish if you want

>>13981202
actually look pretty good
any more pics?

>>13979953
W2C??

Thoughts on these boots?

>>13977172
w2c jeans?

>>13981260
this boot is like someone saw the clownshoe shit aimed at wolverines and red wings and decided to make the exact opposite

>>13983082
Just find boots you like that don't use it. It can be hard but they're out there. Oiled tanned are great like what Red Wing uses. Viberg and Truman have lots of more exotic leathers and really only use it on entry level stuff. White's has loads of leathers to choose from that aren't CXL and Dayton does too.
Like i said, they exist, you just gotta look for them. Don't know anything about Euro brands though, only American and Canadian ones.

>>13983096
See above.

If you're going to wear your boots every day or maybe every other day why spend $600+ on them? They're going to get gouged sooner or later and there's no recouping that damage.
In my opinion, a leather boot of quality and price point beyond a certain degree is a meme. Meanwhile you can spend a quarter to a third of that which would last you just as long before requiring replacing as a top of the line boot would if you wear it more than once or twice a week. The visual difference isnt drastic either.
You're just paying $800 to say "I wear Vibergs" which in all honesty makes you a pompous faggot.

>>13984668
Wear a pair of Vibergs and a pair of Wolverines or Red Wings or Thursdays and tell me they're on the same level.

>>13984671
Wear a pair of vibergs every day and after a month tell me how many scuffs, scrapes and gouges you get on them. I'm in no way arguing the quality, I wear Wolverines with insoles for contracting work and Thursdays on weekends (inb4 bluepilled/shill) but even with weekend wear I have damage. I'm not a clumsy walker but shit happens. Someone behind you with a shopping cart slams your heels, you take a step wrong, what have you. In my personal opinion this is akin to using a Bugatti as your daily driver. If you're wearing an $800 boot on occasion I completely understand but I see too many people shitting on an economy or middling priced boot as their first or even second in their wardrobe.

>>13984707
Buy a horsehair brush and some polish and your boots will always look nice.

>>13984730
If you really gouge your boots, down into the leather the only remedy is filler, dye and buffing. Even then the boot wont be the same.

>>13984738
That is very rare unless it's a dedicated work boot, which boots like Viberg are not

>>13984761
You sure you realize how delicate leather is? If you're walking up steps and drag your toe up one of them the boots are going to need repair. No amount of brushing will make that go away.

someone rec something similar so i dont have to spend 270 on these

>>13984766
Nigga, I been wearing leather boots as daily shoes for years and wear leather dress shoes for my job. I know how leather works.
Gouges are rare unless you're working in them. Scuffs and scratches are different and that's what 99% of the marks you'll get on your shoes are

>>13984766
Not sure what leather your shoes are made up of but leather is very durable hence the reason why it’s used in footwear. I’ve done exactly what you said to >>13981924 and a normal polishing takes care of it.

>>13984906
How thick do you think the finish is on a boot

>>13984910
So don't get a boot with Chromexcel with a paper thin dyed finish. Get an oil tanned boot or pull-up leather boot that's dyed through and every scrape you get you just rub with your finger and it's gone.
No one is putting a gun to your head and making you buy CXL

Any recommendations on a slim-profile (dressy?) black lace up boot available in Canada?

I've got two that look exactly what I'm looking for, but the Red Wings are a little more expensive than I'd like and ordering the meermin online would hit me with heavy duties.

https://www.redwingheritage.com/us/USD/product/mens-footwear/6-inch-boots/williston-6-black-09436#BVRRWidgetID

https://www.meermin.es/in_en/10152710190000he-19-101527-black-calf-e-negro.html

>>13977172
Thinking of grabbing these. Its going to get a LOT colder here

>>13984437
Ralph lauren

Post the boots you're currently wearing

tfw nicks doesn't make lace-to-toe work boots anymore ree

>>13984941
They look really really shit quality

>>13984402
the strap looks like its to let people know youre a faggot

About to cop these. Have ship them to Germany unfortunately.
So i got a few questions before i buy them:

Whats your opinion on them qualitywise?

And how about the inline smearing socks like this guy states; https://youtu.be/EDAQeDObDJI?t=348?

And most importantly is there anything similar from Europe so in case i break something it can be fixed without shipping them to the US?

>>13986577
Don't, the quality control is shocking and you'll pay a fortune in import fees.

what are the go to brands for chelsea boots in the UK? i want quality to a point, but i dont have a whole lot of money to drop on a new pair and im running short on shoes right now so if i can get something quality thats less pricy than say a pair of loake chelsea boots that would be a huge help.

>>13986600
Below Loake? Clarks probably, they have a sale on at the mo so you might be able to pick up a bargain.

>>13986587
So is there any alternative to them in that certain style?

I'm trying to find something similar to these.. any idea?

>>13986620
from the look of their website id say not, the only ones that dont look cheap as all hell are honestly not that much cheaper than a pair of loake brogues which im also considering, and i dont know how well a pair of clarks stack up by comparison.

>>13986659
In that price range try having a look at Meermin, they're Spanish based so you'll avoid the fees and the quality level is meant to be higher.

>>13986669
Yeah I mean when you said below Loake I was assuming you meant below the £100 mark, where there aren't a lot of options really.

>>13986690
yeah, i figured i would simply have to bite the bullet and make do with what ive got til im a little more flush.

how are clarks, quality wise anyway?

>>13986684
>>13986659
I also like Astorflex if you're not opposed to suede.

>>13986708
Pretty good for the money really, as long as you realise that you're not gonna be getting the best, but when they have their sales, which is pretty much every few weeks, then you can pick up some good deals for cheap. But yeah, if you can wait a little and save up a bit more than the likes of Loake or Solovair are better options. Also have a look at William Lennon if you want work boots.

>>13986684
>>13986714
Thanks for the Input, but there was nothing that clicked unfortunately, as i don't like leather toe caps and suede is a nono.
Never thought that it would be so hard to find my first boots -.-"

>>13986684
>>13986714
Thanks for the input, but there was nothing that clicked unfortunately, as i don't like leather toe caps and suede is a nono.
Never thought that it would be so hard to find my first boots -.-"

>>13986727
like, anything in particular i should expect with clarks compared to the cheaper loakes?

>>13986783
What's your budget?

>>13986830
250€ max.

>>13986783
Red Wing Merchant. Get them at a Red Wing store in Europe. You'll avoid shipping and imports. If something's off you can always take them back to the shop to get em fixed.

>>13986794
Just the general stuff really, cheaper materials and cheaper construction methods, corrected grain leather and no Goodyear welting or anything like that. I still think they're a good budget entry level option though, and let's face it for the vast majority of people that's enough.

>>13986840
>>13986834
There's a Red Wing London store. You could also have a look at Grenson and even Trickers and Cheaney on sale.

I WANT BOOTS LIKE THIS! WHY THE FUCK AREE THEY SO HARD TO FIND!! I JUST WANT A PAIR OF 10 INCH WATERPROOF BOOTS THAT ARNT STEEL TOED LOGGING BULLSHIT AND ARNT FUCKING DUCKBOOTS!!!


AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!

>>13986866
>250€
>euros

He's on the mainland so Red Wing Amsterdam, Köln, Berlin will work better than sailing to your brexit-ridden island.

>>13986893
Wasn't aware there were German stores sorry about that.

>>13986840
Already thought that Redwing may be my last option, even though the merchant goes for 320. Maybe i can get them on sale or something.

>>13986866
There are even Red Wing stores here in Germany as >>13986893 states.
Will have a look on the other producers, thanks!

>>13986907
You can get them far cheaper if you look around.

>>13986893
Stay mad.

just copped

>>13986891
looks like danner rain forest or quarry

super rain forest has gtx, others are leather iirc-- not perfectly waterproof, but not bad with a swipe of sno-seal

Got these Giorgio boots today. Feel nice and warm.

Poorfag here how do I get into boots. Everyone here wears Timberlands.

From new years eve party in Paris Catacombs

>>13986893

>the mainland

Say "continental" amerimutt

>>13987108
Seems like it would be cool but everyone there would be fucking insufferable.

Since Clarks have been mentioned, how do people feel about these all black leather desert boots? I like the idea but can't think when they'd work.

>>13984651
Thanks for advice! You're great!

>>13986659
https://www.scarosso.com/en/men/shoes/boots/
http://www.shoepassion.com/mens-boots.html
https://www.loake.co.uk/shop-by-range/loake-lifestyle.html

>>13977774
dont listen to /fa/

>>13986666
look like granny ropers

just ordered these

>>13987190
clarks are garbage chukkas are for normie yuppie idiots

I want a pair of jackboots that isn't a 40$ rubber reproduction that will grind my feet into dust or a 500€ custom-made pair that will need eight months to complete.

What do?

Thoughts on these?

>>13987395
t. Faggot. I’m picking up some desert boots and if I see you I’ll stomp you with those beeswax soles

Test

>>13987396
w2c

Based

>>13988049
Diesel D-OGTAG OXB LACE

>>13977172
is it possible to find some desert boots (pic rel) under $50 that won't fall apart after a month?

>>13988936
Military surplus would be your best bet.

trying to make these a meme, help me out

>>13986666
Look like whites bounty hunters

>>13989088
If you have em pair already and can show em on foot Ill probably get a pair

got this yesterday for $40

>>13989088
These actually look sick if you have any photos of em on feet I’ll grab a pair

>>13977393
Don't forget Trickers, Alfred Sargeant and Cheaney.

>>13989850
BDSM or final fintasy?

>first day of wearing new boots
>start out super comfy, everything smooth
>8 hours later...
>heel cup cuts she shit out of my Achilles tendon

Guys, is this the normal 'brake in' process?
How can boots that start out so comfy can become so torturous at the end of the day?
Is there a way to remedy this? Was thinking to put something soft in my sock to protect that spot from friction.

How do you pull blacked out moc toes off?

>>13990750
>brake in

>>13990754
These look terrible, holy shit

Could someone please recommend me boots with the quality of a iron ranger but the slim look of a Thursday. I owned and returned both for their respective issues. Was considering Allen Edmonds but the Higgins seems a bit to dressy for me. Also why is sizing such a bitch.

>>13990754
the upper shaft thing looks like the pringles guy mustache

simple black boots with a very skinny shaft? like bone tight i have very skinny legs
0 - 250 cad

New boots.
r8

>>13990209
Devil May Cry

Thoughts? Cheap from Nordstrom Rack.

>>13991091
I'll show you a skinny shaft

>>13990750
It’s because your feet swell throughout the day.

>>13991184
What are these?

>>13991429
Custom White's MP service boots

>>13991184
that shits tight

>>13977172
HOW ABOUT COMBAT BOOTS?

The ultimate non school shooter boot.

Have some original 2976’s which are very deep black and shiny when polished. Got these as a Christmas gift, slip resistant soles with a special liner inside that has memory foam and makes them super comfortable to wear. Plus a matte industrial grade leather so they are an everyday wear. Very impressed and would recommend.

https://www.drmartens.com/us/en/p/24383001

>>13977172
Rm williams reviews? cant find any good ones apart from stridewise.

bought them for 40 euros

Anyone have any experience with Indonesian brands? Apparently they have a really big market and make lots of boots for less than what North American brands cost.

>>13991732
w2c?

>>13990754
only if you an 18th century French explorer breaking new ground in the American Frontier

fuck

>>13986947
I have these, but fully black. Not bad as far as docs go.

I'm convinced most people in this thread don't actually own or wear boots at all

>>13993087
Do you have special needs? This isn't a luxury car thread.

>>13991833
i bought them on asos not sure if theyre still available

>>13993156
You're right, it's a thread of people posting the most hideous boots imaginable and asking for Doc recs. Almost no pics are of actual boots people wear giving reviews or anything, just people posting garbage.

Oh well, not sure what i expected.

what you think of those?

>>13993180
be the content you want to see

If I'm wearing timberlands loose is it in style to tie the laces, tuck them or leave them sticking out?

Can anyone recommend a boot with a similar but slimmer silhouette than the 1460?

I tried a pair on, but they felt too wide in this part (see photo).

>>13981269
Cop

Does anyone know the quality of grinders boots? More specificity the western line?

>>13993393
did you try pulling the laces?

>>13977172
Anyone else grow out of Iron Rangers? I barely touch mine anymore. They're just so ugly.

Another pic of my new White's next to my old pair. They're the same model, the black ones are in Memexcel and the brown ones are in White's brown oiled smooth leather.

what's /fa/'s opinion on timberlands quality? worth the price tag?

>>13993446
Maybe not as much as I could have. I'll try some on again.

>>13993551
>quality
Nigger and construction worker boots. Niggers don't care about quality and construction workers just use whatever is cheapest that works. You decide.

>worth the price tag
Depends. How much is the model you're looking at?

>>13993559
$150 OOTD it says on the site

>>13987438
German police riding boots from Hessen Antique or Soviet surplus ones. Most soviet boots are really wide in the leg tho

>>13993566
Meh, 150 is so cheap if they end up being a piece of shit just toss them and find something better.
If they're your style and something you like, get them. 150 is basically nothing in the world of boots.

>>13989811

>>13992760

Can either of you two please tell me the name of these?

>>13991632
ultimately this.
the only boots you can wear fashionably without looking like an autist
and no, your retarded little fringe companys bargain bin boots do not look good, literal foot fedoras

thoughts?

>>13977172
I seem to have seriously scuffed my new red wing amber harness boots on a night out and now a small piece of the top layer of leather at the toe box was scratched off- what do?
Will my boots break quicker now? I already cleaned them and put mink oil on them but it doesn't seem to darken the spot

>>13993860
Post a pic so we can get an idea of how bad it is.

Honestly, it's probably not a big deal. More of an aesthetic issue than anything that would actually affect the boot. But post a pic so we can be sure.

>>13993884
>>13993860

>>13993900
You can buy some of the red wing boot cream to cover up scuffs, I think they have one for the amber harness color

>>13993910
thanks! But is it just aesthetic or would it damage the leather not to use boot cream?

>>13993900
Looks pretty minor and superficial. I have a similar kinda scratch on my Iron Rangers. If it bothers you just fill it in with boot cream.

>>13993959
Boot cream and conditioners are totally find and in fact necessary to make the boots last for years and decades.
Every few months I condition all my boots and clean them up

Need to decide which boots I want to cop, these

>>13994702
Or these, help me decide

do madden's fit true to size?

Thoughts?

>>13993900
This is why $800 boots are a meme

What does /fa/ think? I want something low cut and these are reasonably priced at the Macy's I'm at.

May replace the laces with something a little more muted.

Thinking about picking these up. I don’t have anything in black yet boot wise.

>>13991732
rly nice any more fit pics?

>>13993482
they both look fantastic please post more
also what do you think of them?

>>13994702
these. I used to hate the way they looked and then i finally tried a pair on just on a whim and i was surprised to find that they looked great on me. Seriously wanting a pair now and regretting buying a different pair

>>13995498
i love the look of old hiking boots like that, but I would feel like such a chucklefuck if i bought them just to wear around town and didnt actually go hiking

>>13993900
>seriously scuffed

Would these go well with dress pants?

>>13995482
>IRs
>costing 800 dollars

Kill yourself

>>13990750
your boots are too small dude, should've gotten them a half size bigger

>>13995691
Sure, I'll post some more when I'm home later today. Keep lurking.

As far as what do i think, they're the best boot I have ever worn, hands down. They blow my Iron Rangers out of the water, that's for sure. I can't say enough about them.

>>13990750
Your feet swell and change size throughout the day, that's why they feel comfy one moment and hurt the next. Also, you don't break your shoes in to your feet, you break your feet into your shoes. It's gonna hurt for a bit as the leather needs time to soften up and flex. If they're rubbing to the point of making your feet bleed they're too small and you need to go up a size.

>>13977427
Logger boot? Wtf

>>13977470
Cringe

Looking for a good pair of punk combat boots, trying to get away from my docs and into something like pic

>>13995965
Fuck off, why is this cringe?

>>13995706
I actually do do a lot of hiking and trudging through snow especially (live in New England and ski all winter). Also walk to work in all weather.

>>13995471
i'd cop, wear with something like pic related

boots like this?

>>13991632
The ultimate nigger boot.

I ordered a pair of wyatt's by a texan boot maker, how fucked am I?.

I ordered a pair of wyatt's made by a texan boot maker, how fucked am I?.

>>13986333
When are you picking up your pair, anon.

Brand / style? Thanks.

>>13996147
w2c?

anyone know where i can cop these boots?

>>13996762
>Rammstein
based

its cheap, cop? for ss

>>13997411
These are ghastly

>>13997411
I got cancer looking at these shit ugly boots.

>>13991698
my buddys gf wears these almost every fuckin day and i think they look so weird

>>13997411
I kinda like them. Got a kind of astronaut feel. W2c?

>>13996756
left looks like a monkstrap fucked a pair of dress boots and their alien baby now goes around eating peoples legs. do not cop.

right looks like the female version of a dress boot. the weird brogue pattern along with the light sole ruin any chance this boot ever had.

tldr; lurk moar and develop some taste

>>13996756
damn those black ones are nice

>>13996720
you're going to be approached by dark, handsome men in berghain who have a thing for ballerina feet. the heel emphasizes your general female stance, while the straps evoke subtle submissive vibes. the zips don't serve any purpose, adequately reflecting your existence.

What are our thoughts on these and hiking/trail boots?

>>13990750
what i did with mine is just bent the leather at the heel by hand a bunch of times by hand. It helped a lot instead of having to bend it using your sore ankle

>>13996762
Military surplus store

>>13996692
These are 2nds though
>https://www.sierratradingpost.com/chippewa-utility-trooper-service-boots-6-factory-2nds-for-men~p~207an/

>>13996147
>>13998055

>>13996756
Really like the ones on the right

>>13996147
Corcorans, surplus boots, the French had a really fucking nice service boot with like a huge strap over the shaft.

>>13996147
the best looking black combat boots imo are the ones you have pictured (austrian lightweight combat boot), the french Ranger boots (these are the ones another anon mentioned that have the built in gaiter) and the swiss combat boot if you want super functional at the cost of bulk...

>>13998032
Solid advice. Did this to my Chippewas and worked like a charm.

>>13986577
I'd say yes

the leather is thinner than red wings but still feels durable and surprisingly keeps my feet warm

the sock smearing stops after a while

but if price is important to you wait a bit longer to see if you can find anything in Euroland

Never heard the term “sock smearing” before so I googled it. Lol.

are there any sites that sell used boots? I really want to get into boots, but I don't have the cash to buy a brand new pair

>>13993281
Tie your fucking shoes. The whole point of boots is to look like you have at least an ounce of practicality in your body. Leaving them untied is not practical at all

>>13999711
have you never wore timbs as streetwear before? you can wear timbs practically any way you want, I was wondering if I should tie tuck or leave them sticking out
if you tighten up timbs and you're not doing any work or walking in any wet weather you look like a nerd who thought that just buying timbs was good enough.
>The whole point of boots is to look like you have at least an ounce of practicality in your body
no. if you think wearing boots is practical without any outstanding reason to need boots you're just larping. get some sneakers.

>>13999720
You should stop being a nigger, DMX.

>>13999720
>>13999720
youre retarded. tie your damn shoes lmfao
i dont own timbs and probably never will but wearing them untied leads to a host of impractical and unstylish results. the break between your pants and boots is now absolutely fucked. it looks messy as shit and not in a good way. if you're tucking your pants into your timbs just kys now especially if they're sweat pants. if youre cuffing your jeans ABOVE untied timbs i guarantee people are laughing at you especially if they're gay skinny jeans.
I know how people like to wear timbs i just think it looks like shit and doesnt have to.
Also I dont even own any boots because im holding out for the perfect glass slipper.
And dont say boots are not for practical purposes. obviously its not purely practical otherwise we wouldn't be on /fa/ but i only ever wear my more water resistant shoes when its shitty weather. otherwise im wearing sneakers or sandals
autistic rant over

Finally copped these in my size. Please r8

>>13999835
what brand?

>>13999815
I don't do any of those things lmfao, usually my jeans are a bit long as I'm longer in the torso so I cuff them so there's no gap between the boot and the ankle.
also there's literally no difference between tying and tucking since you shouldn't be pulling on the laces before you tie. it's literally just a style thing
if you've ever worn timbs you'd understand. it's hard to explain but timbs just aren't a boot you have to tie, it looks good any way (except super tight unless you have a reason)
>also I dont even own any boots because im holding out for the perfect slipper
literally fucking what. what is wrong with you people. it's called going to the store and trying them on. what do you do when it snows (if it does)? after it rains and there's mud everywhere? if you have to spend that much time looking for the right boot your "pick" is most definitely going to be a foot fedora.

>>13999835
I really like these. Great cop, anon.
What brand and model?

>>13999858
jcrew kenton cap toe

>>13980172
yeehaw

>>13999877
i mean perfect as in to my specifications not fit-wise. i also cuff my jeans but wear 501s so i need a boot that can fit under the leg of the pant without making them ride up and still letting the pant leg drape so i cant really do boots with padded collars.
not into heritage/dressy shit but i also dont like technical looking boots so its just a hard balance. i just need something with no padded collar, no broguing, and a simple lugged sole. all these slim boots are fucking gay and defeat the ethos of wearing boots outside of a formal setting.
i just wear low doc martens when it rains and my feet are fine.
i just think footwear is the one place where there is only one correct way to wear it and that is the way it will stay on your foot the best. fuckin wear a hoodie as pants i dont care but tie your damn shoes

>>13999929
what are these?

>>13977172
Okay so I'm apparently a bootblack at a fetish-event, coming up in a month. Do ya'll think I could manage through the night with these supplies?

>three polishing brushes (black, omni, brown)
>2 tubes of black polish and few canisters of wax-based black polish, 2 tubes of omnicolour polish
>2-3 canisters of leather balsam/wax
>leather oil, like one big 500ml canister
>toothbrush for cleaning out nooks and crannies and three towels, one for buffing, one for the oil and one for cleaning
>different sponges for spreading every type of polish (+ one for the leather wax) and one brush for spreading the wax-based black polish

You guys think this would be enough? So far I've found out it's mostly big guys in big biker boots, if some fucker comes up to me in over-the-knee greasy leather boots, I'd at least have some wax there.

should i just get iron rangers or will i be too much of a meme with my 3sixteen slim tapered raws

>>13996147
>>13998782
Corcoran jump boots are a classic and old vets stop to talk to me about them when I wear mine. Always nice having a convo starter imo

>>13977172
W2C boots in OP's image

>>14000321
Honestly IRs would fit with those raws better than just about anything.
I like my Rangers so just go for it.

>>14000806
Red Wing Iron Rangers in what appears from the picture to be the copper rough and tough leather.

When is it ok to tuck pants in boots?

>>13997907
Anon here. Thanks I'll check some more. I would like some above ankle boots which would be priced reasonable around 150€?

what boots is elias-kun wearing here?

>>14000957
When you're a private in basic training.

>>13983818
buy a can of saddle soap and give them a scrub

What would make a better pair of first boots, Red wings or Solovairs? I'm 22 and sick of having worn shitty trainers my whole life. I want a pair of boots I can wear daily as a staple.

>but that would depend entirely on your style anon
I don't have any sense of style right now - that's the point, I'm trying to build a wardrobe from scratch and wish to start with my shoes. I just want something versatile and functional.

>>14001332
I should add that I like the look of the Solovair 6 and 8 eyelet options. As to the Red Wings, the Beckman, Merchant, and Blacksmith are my favourites.

Is it true that RWs have an overly long, clownish look? Is this true of Solovairs?

>>13987395
>clarks are garbage
ive worn my desert boots almost every day for like 5 years. only just wore through the crepe rubber sole

>>14001356
Which ones did you get? How comfy were they

>>13991732
shorty

>>13987395
so do you have actual criticism on them or not?

>>13993735
might as well buy a pair of sketchers

>>13995819
yes

>>13993482
How come you never opted for speed hooks?

Also, which last did you go for? I'm currently in the process of getting some custom made White's shipped to the UK (I have 14B US feet). It's gonna cost a pretty penny but i hope it'll be worth it.

>>14000957
when you want to keep your pants clean

Can a manlet (5"6) pull off taller boots like the paratroopers, or would it just look weird?

I think these are french military boots. Can anyone ID and tell me where to buy?

>>13999929
Fucking hell, I need to know where those are from

>>14002191
If you're a footlet there are some on Ebay

>>14002300
A footlet I am not
size 11 UK

maybe you guys aren't the best to ask but I could really use some tall, waterproof hiking boots that don't look entirely fuckin stupid. Preferably around $100

>>14002560

Check out the boots thread on /out/, they should help you.

>>/out/1395821

>>13987190
back to mfa faggot

>>14002560
I’ve always loved Palladium’s boots but I don’t know if their boots are water resistant enough or sturdy enough for the kind of hiking you’re trying to do :/

>>14002560
>around $100
oof. maybe some hi-techs?

>>13991732

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Do solovair fit like docs?
Want to try before I buy.

COP??????????????????????????

>>13987190
You can pull them off quite easily with a fit sweater and ochre trousers. It's casual wear mostly.