Boots General - /boots/

[Anonymous No.14549310]

Natural CXL Edition

All boot related faggotry goes here. Post your boots, ask for recs, get help and discuss leather care questions here. Post YOUR boots in this thread so we can see each other's collections.

ABSOLUTELY NO DR MARTEN OR SOLOVAIR POSTING ALLOWED!

Helpful links:
>How to polish boots
http://www.theshoesnobblog.com/polish-your-shoes-properly
>Learn about leather (long read but recommended)
https://www.octaneseating.com/leather-buying-guide
>Common types of boot and other tips
https://www.heddels.com/2017/12/know-your-boots-the-most-common-boot-types-2/

Old thread: >>14533596

[Anonymous No.14549387]

w2c the Luv boots? I wanna buy my wife a pair

[Anonymous No.14549396]

Choose your weapon

[Anonymous No.14549400]

>>14549396
None of the ones in that pic.

[Anonymous No.14549415]

Honestly, the best pair of boots I have are the Red Wings I have for work. Only could afford them because work gave us a $130 voucher.

http://www.redwingshoes.com/red-wing-shoe/2406-red-wing-shoes/2406-red-wing-mens-6-inch-boot-brown

[Anonymous No.14549424]

are ammo boots comfy, /fa/?

[Anonymous No.14549428]

Who /ironrangers/ here? Post yours

[Anonymous No.14549446]

The worker at redwing upsold me on some Merino wool socks. Strategically no price tag on them, so I ended up spending $20 on a pair. Extremely comfy though and comes with this lifetime warranty for some reason.
What are THE best socks for wearing boots??

[Anonymous No.14549457]

>>14549446
Merino wool is great. It's basically the standard for comfy warm wool while still being comfortable.
I just wear shitty Fruit of the Loom socks with this mesh breathable part. The last thing you'd expect to wear with boots but I like them and I don't sweat in them

[Anonymous No.14549486]

Considering going for a pair of Solovair monkey boots - are these ugly? I'm basically new to boots - I've only ever worn kinda ugly basic winter boots.
Give any alternatives if you have them. I'm basically only into black boots (or the beige Timberlands yes i know they're an overpriced meme).

[Anonymous No.14549490]

>>14549446
Darn Tough, lifetime warranty as well.

[Anonymous No.14549534]

>>14549446
darn tough baybee

[Anonymous No.14549535]

>>14549486
I don't think you'll be happy with these in the long run, anon.

[Anonymous No.14549558]

>>14549486
Ew. I shiggy diggy that anyone actually owns these ever.

[Anonymous No.14549580]

>>14549535
>>14549558
Hmm yea I think they might be a bit too off. Strongly considering their 6 eye derby boots tho

[Anonymous No.14549588]

>>14549580
Just get something that isn't S*lovair instead

[Anonymous No.14549600]

Any tips on thrifting for boots?

[Anonymous No.14549605]

>>14549580
okay, this is a really standard boot shape. However, Solovair's quality is real rubbish. its a bit of a meme but check out red wing. their Sheldon and Williston models are similar and aren't hot trash in quality. A bit pricier but well worth it, and considering how long they'll last you, they'll end up saving you money in the long run.

[Anonymous No.14549607]

>>14549605
>>14549580
and if you realllly love that commando sole, a cobbler will load it on there for you.

[Anonymous No.14549616]

>>14549588
>>14549580
Are they really that bad? I thought they were supposed to be ok

[Anonymous No.14549625]

>>14549616
they just won't last you as long as you wish they did for how much you're paying.

[Anonymous No.14549629]

>>14549616
They're good but not great. That's pretty much all there is to say about them. They're blobby and ugly, the sole looks childish and also wear extremely quickly. The break in notoriously bad because the leather isn't great. They're just incredibly average shoes that no one should really waste time on when other brands exist.
And Docs is all of that but a step down. Docs are bottom of the barrel crap that no one should be wasting money on.
They're ugly boots, poor materials and they're marketed towards teenagers. There's a reason the only store I ever see selling them is Journey's. If you're an adult then just skip them and buy quality.

[Anonymous No.14549633]

>>14549616
if you're on a budget, I'd also recommend checking out Meermin.

[Anonymous No.14549649]

>>14549396

Damn these are nice but $520 is pricy. Any recommendations for something similar but cheaper?

[Anonymous No.14549655]

>>14549649
red wing

[Anonymous No.14549657]

>>14549649
Order through Bakers with the discount code and they're like 470 or something. Still pricey but 50 bucks off is great.
I actually don't know what cheap boots brands are anymore. I've been in the boot game so long that all the boots I've considering are all 600+

[Anonymous No.14549666]

>>14549655

I actually have a pair of redwing militarys and they were $350. Are the Bakers worth the price difference? I love the way they look.

>>14549657

[Anonymous No.14549670]

>>14549666

I mean service style, not military.

[Anonymous No.14549672]

>>14549657

Also, I really like the Vibergs, would you get Bakers over those?

[Anonymous No.14549674]

>>14549629
Alright thanks. I like the look of the solovair derbys but I guess I won't buy them if the build quality is shit.

[Anonymous No.14549675]

>>14549672
not who you're quoting but Viberg has nothing but extremely high praise as far as I've seen

[Anonymous No.14549680]

>>14549666
>>14549672
Bakers is actually a company that distributes boots. They have a deal or somethign with Whites where you can order custom boots through them and Whites will build them. You get way more options through Bakers and they offer a discount code so you get 10% off. 10% off 500 dollar boots is 50 bucks, so it's a pretty good deal.
There is no reason to order through Whites directly when Bakers is so accommodating.

>>14549672
As for Viberg, they're seen by many as one of the top brands in the boot world. They make an amazing looking boot and honestly, their prices are almost worth it for the look of the boot alone. The 2030 last they use for their boots is one of the best shapes out there. The thing with Viberg is the price. They know they're good so they charge you for it. It's up to you to decide if 700 is worth it for boots. But when it comes to cordovan, Viberg is one of the best. Many bootmakers offer cordovan but don't know how to use it. Cordovan needs different tension on the last and other factors that lesser brands don't know or care about. They just want to make a boot and cost more for it. Viberg actually knows what they're doing and make a great product.

[Anonymous No.14549712]

Shill me on Thursday. Are they good? Should I spend a little more and get Red Wing?

[Anonymous No.14549729]

>>14549712
Thursday is shit both quality wise and as a company. I hate them so much and wouldn't wear them if they paid me like they do all their shills

[Anonymous No.14549731]

>>14549712
No, no, and yes at the very least. You won't be happy with Thursdays, my man. Every person who has owned them basically says "they were great for a few months before they fell apart"

[Anonymous No.14549734]

>>14549396
What leather is the center one

[Anonymous No.14549735]

Mon amis, I've come to the realization after breaking in my Alden 404's, that they are a half size too small.

Should I sell (who am I kidding, nobody buys this model) to then buy a pair in my size, or take to a cobbler for a bit of the ol stretching?

Basically I'm asking to see how your experiences have been with stretching out your boots @ a cobbler, and if y'all recommend

[Anonymous No.14549741]

>>14549734
Looks like brown waxed flesh if I'm not mistaken

[Anonymous No.14549742]

>>14549735
If they don't fit then they don't fit. Everything else is damage control until you accept it and get new boots.
What size are they? I'd consider buying them off you if they're my size

[Anonymous No.14549748]

>>14549742
I wear a 44, and these are 9.5B/D. They fit nearly perfect since the trubalance last is massive, but if I wear a heavier sock they feel just a tad bit too tight.

[Anonymous No.14549751]

Rain boot recommendations anyone? Not sure if I should just waterproof a pair of chelsea boots and call it a day.

[Anonymous No.14549752]

>>14549748
Why can't you just wear thinner socks and have them be your spring/summer boot?

[Anonymous No.14549754]

>>14549742
not really big on the >cope meme. I've been reading that stretching works on real minor size increases and that's all I need. Was just wondering if anyone else has had experience with it.

[Anonymous No.14549757]

>>14549752
have you seen the Alden 404's? they're some real shit kickers. I'd feel as if they're underutilized if they didn't get to experience the joy of snow and rock in the winter.

[Anonymous No.14549758]

>>14549757
Go for it, try to stretch them. Worst that could happen is they don't fit still and you're right back where you started.
I actually really like the 404 and the fact they're 360 degree welted. I hate the sole though. If I ever got them I'd immediately have them resoled for something else and they'd be the GOAT boot

[Anonymous No.14549816]

Postin’ my Alden NSTs on the Trubalance last in Natural CXL.

[Anonymous No.14549821]

>>14549816
Do you just not wear them and put them on a shelf and admire them? I have never seen CXL with so little creasing before

[Anonymous No.14549831]

>>14549821
They’re a little over a year old and I only wear them a few times a week. I also use shoe trees.

[Anonymous No.14549837]

>>14549831
The boots in OP pic are also natty CXL. Do you just never condition yours?

[Anonymous No.14549859]

>>14549837
I put Saphir Renovateur on them every 4-5 months. They’ll darken slowly. To get the same shade in OP’s pic you would have to oversaturate them with coconut oil or use a product with a brown pigment in it.

[Anonymous No.14549865]

>>14549310
Just bought these thoughts

[Anonymous No.14549867]

>>14549865
I hope you like them

[Anonymous No.14549875]

just bought these shiny bois for a cool $300. They’re used but w Alden’s restoration program they’ll remake the shoe and add in new cork footbeds.

[Anonymous No.14549877]

>>14549875
oh forgot to say. Alden 990 in color 8 cordovan

[Anonymous No.14549896]

Should I just buy boots off Amazon or is there a better/cheaper way?

[Anonymous No.14549899]

>>14549896
idk why people here are obsessed with red wings,
those look like dogshit

[Anonymous No.14549902]

>>14549899
Because they offer one of the best price to quality ratios in the industry

[Anonymous No.14550065]

>>14549063
I usually wear them with your girl around my cock tbqh famdiddle

>>14549158
>couldn't look two (2) posts down

>>14549231
Ariat's lasted 5 years of horrific abuse from teenage me, I trust them now

[Anonymous No.14550263]

>>14549535
Rawhide or flat waxed laces?

[Anonymous No.14550277]

>>14549400
What leather is that?

[Anonymous No.14550282]

>>14550263
Didn't mean to quote you, just asking a general question

[Anonymous No.14550293]

>>14550277
Brown oiled smooth. I don't like waxed flesh or anything roughout, and I hate CXL unless it's natural CXL. Do I went with their oil tanned leather in that pic. That's them when new a while back. They're pretty beat up and broken in now. When they scuff it makes a red color that's awesome.

[Anonymous No.14550300]

>>14549655
>red wing
>max. size 13

Nah, fuck off.

[Anonymous No.14550314]

>>14549666
>>14549680
Discount code?

[Anonymous No.14550354]

just bought some chelseas for office work, very comfy

[Anonymous No.14550370]

what's the cheapest boot that doesn't look like shit

[Anonymous No.14550395]

>>14550370
meermin

[Anonymous No.14550419]

I really like these.

[Anonymous No.14550502]

>>14550419
What are they?

[Anonymous No.14550519]

>>14549446
I always wear Chup socks when wearing boots. The best.

https://chupsocks.com/collections/all

[Anonymous No.14550561]

>>14549633
>>14550395
Their black derby boots look really good even if I'm not the biggest fan of toe caps. I'll look into these thanks

[Anonymous No.14550566]

>>14549751

[Anonymous No.14550613]

>>14550314
Sign up for email

[Anonymous No.14550635]

>>14549310
anyone know any good army boots with thick

[Anonymous No.14550637]

>>14550635
Timbs

[Anonymous No.14550646]

>>14550635
Timbs

[Anonymous No.14550670]

>>14550635
Corcoran for that real Vietnam feel

[Anonymous No.14550718]

>>14550502
grenson joseph

[Anonymous No.14550753]

UKfag here, where is the best place to get the Austrian meme boots?

[Anonymous No.14550809]

>ABSOLUTELY NO DR MARTEN OR SOLOVAIR POSTING ALLOWED!

cringe

[Anonymous No.14551061]

>>14550809
>liking Docs and Sols
bigger cringe

[Anonymous No.14551641]

>>14549605
What about NPS anon? I ordered these today and they came out a size too small. I'm conflicted whether to return them for the right size (or the walnut with rubber heels model) or look go with RW.

[Anonymous No.14551645]

the side of the shoe above my thumb in the previous pic has a bit of loose grain as well

[Anonymous No.14551811]

>>14550753
https://kommandostore.com/products/austrian-bundesheer-paratrooper-boots

hey bed this is where I got mine

[Anonymous No.14551829]

Just bought black malis for 38 euromoney on amazon. Thoughts?

[Anonymous No.14551910]

HEY /FA/GS
Look at this

[Anonymous No.14551976]

>>14551829
I hope that they work out for ya, mate. 38 euros won't give you a lot. big chance its like cardboard covered in a layer of leather or something.

>>14551641
I would really recommend looking into RW. Since you have the solovairs now, just take note of the quality of the leather and how they feel. It'll be crazy how big of a difference there is if/when you handle RW's.

its well worth the jump in price. The diminishing returns start around the $500 mark, imo.

[Anonymous No.14552027]

>>14549396
What's the sizing like on White's boots?

I wear an 8.5 EE Red Wing Iron Ranger for comparison.

[Anonymous No.14552031]

>>14550753
Different anon, does anyone know where to get boots similar to these that are shorter? 10 inch tall boots feel like LARP-y to me

[Anonymous No.14552084]

>>14552027
I'm a half size down in both my pairs and they're perfect

[Anonymous No.14552094]

>>14552084
Half size down from sneakers or from Red Wing heritage?

[Anonymous No.14552177]

>>14551976
>>14551641
Is RW that much better? I thought they'd be the same quality wise since they're similarly priced.

[Anonymous No.14552201]

>>14551829
I own these, they are great for a slim los profile boot, not crazy about the sole so I'm going to get some vibrams on there when they wear down. They awesome when they are worn in a bit

[Anonymous No.14552289]

>>14552094
From Brannock size

[Anonymous No.14552294]

>>14549310
How do I get natural CXL to look like the pic in the OP?

[Anonymous No.14552342]

>>14552294
Conditioner will darken it. Conditioner and wear.

[Anonymous No.14552358]

I have a pair of Cigar colored Beckmans and want to expand my collection. Looking for black boots that would look good with black jeans for a slightly more rock aesthetic. Any recs?

[Anonymous No.14552382]

>everyone wearing brown boots

This is why I always go black. They always stand out in a sea of brown.

[Anonymous No.14552401]

>>14552382
No one cares, faggot
It's not standing out when it's Docs or shitty chelsea boots you're wearing

[Anonymous No.14552591]

Bump nigs. Slow thread

[Anonymous No.14552722]

>>14551641
You are falling for a running troll.

I have a pair of Solovair, Clarks by Nps and a pair of Rw and the quality is similar. The differences here are whether you want calf leather or oiled.

Nice boots in pic but if they don't fit return them.

[Anonymous No.14552825]

Some William Lennon, good quality for the price if you're in the UK. Not very refined boots though.

[Anonymous No.14552831]

cop left or right? buying for college
also, do thursday co make good boots. these retail for $200.

[Anonymous No.14552845]

>>14552831
No. Spend a bit more and get something much better. Thursday QA is terrible and they fall apart quickly.

[Anonymous No.14553030]

Gonna order some Roberts from Nick's boots, but the question is do i go with black CXL, black domane, or black horsehide? Which of these would patina best over time?

Pic is traveler model in their 'black domane', whatever that is

[Anonymous No.14553066]

How to clean dark stains from leather?

[Anonymous No.14553081]

>>14552831
I don't think there's a boot maker out there today with a worse reputation than Thursday

[Anonymous No.14553118]

>>14549896
I wear US10 in Adidas Gazzlle, which size should I buy in RW Blacksmith?

[Anonymous No.14553124]

I pulled the trigger and bought jodhpurs.
I already had cap toed CXL oxfords in brown and calfskin in black, figured the next logical step was a boot with a sleek profile that pairs well silhouetting with black jeans.

What kind of shirt should I wear with these? A solid tee?

[Anonymous No.14553125]

>>14552845
what brand would you recommend in the 200-250 price range?

[Anonymous No.14553131]

Wearing the islays today.

[Anonymous No.14553132]

>>14552845
I've had my natural captains for 2 years now and I havent had any issues.

This QA meme just isnt true anymore, atleast not nearly as prominent. They had a real shitty start from Kickstarter but that was like 4 years ago. If you have any problems with what you get they return them no questions.
inb4 >hurr hi thursday PR

[Anonymous No.14553138]

Bought a pair of White's MP in black chromexel so waiting on that. Looking at this image though makes me wish I spent the extra sheckels to get the super special Shell Cordovan instead.

[Anonymous No.14553151]

>>14553131
That's a horrible shirt, everything else is fine.

[Anonymous No.14553153]

>>14553132
I swear this is the exact same post I've seen made here before
Nobody wants your shitty cheap gook boots here. Don't bother replying. Fuck off.

[Anonymous No.14553178]

>>14553153
IF YOU DONT PAY $600 FOR BOOTS THEY DONT EXIST

Absolute retard

[Anonymous No.14553271]

>>14549896
Seconding this. Is there a go-to place for good deals?

[Anonymous No.14553326]

>>14549896
These look like a hardworking church go-ers attempt at formal footwear

Why do people buy redwing and wolverine dogshit

[Anonymous No.14553332]

Any ok Chelseas for under $200? Just need something for a beater boot

[Anonymous No.14553365]

i love these things

[Anonymous No.14553378]

>>14553118
9.5 should be good.

[Anonymous No.14553382]

>>14553131
Damn, they go really well with corduroy. I like this

[Anonymous No.14553388]

>>14553138
Cordovan is a meme honestly. Black CXL is fine, that's what mine are made of and they're definitely the most comfortable boot in my entire collection

[Anonymous No.14553389]

>>14553125
Red Wing or Loakes maybe. Look for seconds too.

[Anonymous No.14553390]

>>14553365
>>>/cgl/

[Anonymous No.14553391]

>>14553365
>>>/lgbt/

[Anonymous No.14553403]

>>14553326
Red Wing and Wolverine aren't on the same level. RW is much better for the price and it's not even close

[Anonymous No.14553415]

>Cordovan
>doesn't stretch
>doesn't breath
>permanently ruined if it gets wet
>extremely expensive
>looks like plastic in most angles and light
>insufferable fanbase

[Anonymous No.14553535]

Hey br/o/s, saw this pop up on the front page.
I've been looking around for a new pair of boots for a while now. I had a pair of DrM workboots that last me 8 years but from what I've seen of their lineup nothing will work for my situation now.
Problem is I work in an office now and need a boot to match my suit yet still be durable enough I can ride my Harley to work. My suits are black or grey, so a black boot will work the best.
Looking to keep price down under $150 max, the wife will have a heart attack if its much more than that. If its quality and durable, I think I can convince her that it will last longer than the cheap $40 amazon boots I buy once a year almost.

[Anonymous No.14553544]

>>14553535
>needing your wife's permission to spend your money
No need for boots, buy rope faggot

[Anonymous No.14553549]

>>14553535
Buy what you want. I ordered 500 dollar boots without telling my wife. I didn't even tell her they arrived, I just wore them until she noticed.
It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission

[Anonymous No.14553558]

>>14553535
You dont need a specifically durable boot to ride a motorcycle, as long as its welted and tapped it should hold together while shifting. If you're worried about scuffing your boots there are slip on protectors that work fine. Not speaking for this particular brand, just an example but they also come in different materials so something thicker like leather may better prevent shifter depressions

[Anonymous No.14553560]

>>14553544
foreveralone.jpg

>>14553549
If I find a boot worth buying I might, $500 seems excessive but I haven't seen any recommendations yet.

[Anonymous No.14553655]

Someone give me the lowdown on horween horse hide vs their CXL? Which one ages better?
For a black service boot MTO build

[Anonymous No.14553664]

>>14553415
>doesnt stretch
yes it does
>doesn't breath
not as well as calfskin, no
>permanently ruined if it gets wet
no its not. its waterproof at water welts are easily treated
>expensive
yes it's expensive. there is an extremely limited availability of suitable horsehides
>looks like plastic
not remotely
>insufferable fanbase
you're a broke sour grapes faggot

[Anonymous No.14553666]

>>14553138
for an everyday pair of quality boots youre better off with CXL. I think cordovan works better with dress shoes.

[Anonymous No.14553674]

>>14553664
Good to know you're good for at least one post each thread that proves you're a raging faggot. This one is yours, can't wait for next thread to see what retardation you come up with next

[Anonymous No.14553685]

>>14551976
nah the leather on those is real, it's jut not really good looking. maybe they'll be better in black
>t. own Desert Mali in brown

[Anonymous No.14553724]

>>14553664
Please post with a trip from now on so we can filter you

[Anonymous No.14554031]

Should I?

[Anonymous No.14554091]

>>14554031
oh hell yeah.

[Anonymous No.14554262]

>>14552831
I have a pair of the red captains. They're comfortable and I haven't had any issues. You don't need $400 "work" boots for walking around a college. If want a nice option that's really affordable try goldenfox boondockers. The sole wear out kinda quick bit they're comfortable and look alright

[Anonymous No.14554372]

Best looking cheap Chelseas? Preferably $200 or less

[Anonymous No.14554508]

>>14553378
So half size down? I read on review recommend one size down

[Anonymous No.14554598]

Just got these Swiss surplus ones. Not sure how they will look but I wanted some chunky ankle boots.

[Anonymous No.14554642]

>>14554508
I own Blacksmiths and Iron Rangers and both are half size down from my regular shoe/Brannock size.
The Blacksmiths fits perfectly and the Iron Rangers are just a tiny bit loose. I think a full size down would be too small.
Half size down is the rule, typically.

[Anonymous No.14554643]

>>14554598
Hideous

[Anonymous No.14554652]

>>14554643
Only cost like 30 bucks. Hoping they aren't terrible.

[Anonymous No.14554700]

>>14553365
holy fuck, these are horrible

[Anonymous No.14554718]

>>14554642
Thx brah

[Anonymous No.14554721]

>>14554262
Golden dox bumfuckers?

[Anonymous No.14554738]

>>14549310
post from the other thread was ignored.
How do I impregnate suede chukkas. I get it is probably not shoe polish that I will be using, a spray perhaps?

[Anonymous No.14554745]

>>14554738
you bust inside

[Anonymous No.14554751]

>>14554745
haha you are hilarious for a faggot

[Anonymous No.14554795]

>>14552031
Bump

[Anonymous No.14554813]

I liked my officine creative boots. But they make my ankles look thinner than sneakers for example, still getting used to that

[Anonymous No.14554822]

>>14554813
Man those look weird

[Anonymous No.14554826]

Do I really have to spend $400+ to get good chelseas? No store near me stocks anything I like

[Anonymous No.14554904]

>>14554826
You can get a decent pair of Italian made boots for about $3-400

[Anonymous No.14554939]

Can anyone recommend good combat boots? I'm not a /k/ommando, I just want something I can wear occasionally at college or while going out

[Anonymous No.14554966]

>>14554939
Like, actual combat boots like ones soldiers actually wear? Or black service boots with chunky soles that the larpers here like?
Because I can recommend actual boots I wore while in the army.

[Anonymous No.14554970]

>>14554652
Depends how you wear them, I don't think they're too bad. Only thing I don't like is the silver hooks but some better laces might change the look.

[Anonymous No.14555121]

>>14552401
iron rangers :^)

[Anonymous No.14555167]

>>14549486
Solovair premium 6 eye derby boots (not the Hawkins/astronaut kind

[Anonymous No.14555188]

Chelsea by Canada West on sale at a local retailer. Wouldn't mind something sleeker but these are well made for the price and I'm on a tight budget.
Should i cop?

[Anonymous No.14555263]

>>14555167
Also their NPS Gladstone boot is even nicer with thinner sole and leather lining. Golden eyelets are a bit tacky imo.

[Anonymous No.14555423]

>>14554822
Idk everyone wears em around here

[Anonymous No.14555425]

>>14555423
What a depressing picture

[Anonymous No.14555450]

>>14555423
man fuck 6601 w 26th st so hard, I despise that building with my entire heart.

literally thought this was some slavic hell hole before I realized I work in that area semi-often.

[Anonymous No.14555452]

>>14555450
601*

[Anonymous No.14555466]

>>14554966
Service boots. I'm thinking something like the Dior Combat Boot or even Solovair. Just something that doesn't look like I'm going to commit a massacre

[Anonymous No.14555773]

I like my Timbs

[Anonymous No.14555791]

what is /fa/ opinion on blundstone ? are they cheap dc martens-tier or better ?

[Anonymous No.14555809]

>>14555773
you wear them well anon. i like your pants, what are they?

[Anonymous No.14555815]

>>14555791
looks gross tbqh fampaitchi

[Anonymous No.14555848]

>>14555809
Thanks! It's a pair of M&S slim forest-green chinos

[Anonymous No.14555879]

wyt about Belfast? Is it any good? Found a pair that I've fallen in love with, but don't know if its worth paying 500 euros for

[Anonymous No.14555880]

>>14555848
I mean, olive gree

[Anonymous No.14555914]

>>14555423
What city is this hellscape?

[Anonymous No.14555921]

>>14555466
Then don't get Solovair. They scream school shooter

[Anonymous No.14555969]

>>14555914
Kek quite sure that point building in the left is the Empire State anon

[Anonymous No.14555980]

>>14555879
Fuck I hate oxfords with lugs it makes the boot as confused as the wearer is sexually

[Anonymous No.14556006]

>>14555914
New York, looks like 20thish st on the east coast of the island facing inland

[Anonymous No.14556050]

>>14555921
That's why I want alternatives. Solovair is significantly less shootercore than Corcoran jump boots is the only reason I've considered them. The Waxi boots from Kommandostore look decent but they don't give me the same combat boot vibe and I can't tell how tall they are. The height seems to be what makes combat boots shootercore or quirky lesbian boots

[Anonymous No.14556173]

>>14555980
Wtf are lugs

[Anonymous No.14556252]

>>14553131
lol, are those the $15 corduroy pants from J.Crew?

[Anonymous No.14556267]

>>14556173
Boot lugs are the rugged, studded soles usually found on work books or linesman boots. Some formal oxford boots also have slim lugs but are surrounded by a leather sole, concealing them while maintaining a more neat look.

[Anonymous No.14556278]

>>14555980
Those aren't Oxfords

[Anonymous No.14556351]

>>14550566
I run in these shoes

[Anonymous No.14556412]

What can i get boots just like this?

[Anonymous No.14556427]

>>14556252
Nah they’re the $20 ones from Brooks Bros.

[Anonymous No.14556429]

>>14556412
This is what black CXL looks like when it's worn a lot

[Anonymous No.14556435]

>>14556412
cringe at the lack of leather care

[Anonymous No.14556470]

>>14556435
This
I hate it when people act like a boot is so awesome because it looks so worn and rugged when really it's just been neglected and looks like shit.
Like Goose's boots here. They're not cool, they just look like shit

[Anonymous No.14556786]

Good boots for ausfags?

[Anonymous No.14556841]

>>14556412
these look like they might be White's (or one of their counterparts like Nick's, Wesco's, etc.) in Black CXL (as others have said) that's been beat to shit and not taken care of properly.

[Anonymous No.14556977]

>>14553326
They don't look good before broken in, and especially don't look nice in internet photos. Tell me Red wings do t look good now.

https://youtu.be/CxpFVbaHfrU

https://youtu.be/CxpFVbaHfrU

[Anonymous No.14557045]

/fa/ opinion on doc martens for my first pair of boots? any other reccs if it ain't? (smth <$200)

[Anonymous No.14557047]

>>14556470
who are you to call him goose?

[Anonymous No.14557050]

give me one reason not to spend money I don't want to spend and get raped by import fees on Thursday presidents in black

[Anonymous No.14557122]

I have pic related boots, and I can't wait until they're broken in and the leather darkens up like this

[Anonymous No.14557134]

>>14557050
Cant you get them on amazon and ebay?

[Anonymous No.14557244]

>>14557045
Everyone hates docs on this board but personally I like the look of the mono 1460. But, I highly recommend saving up more for MiE Docs or some Solovairs because Asian made Docs are poor quality. You could also look into getting some milsurp boots for a cheaper price

[Anonymous No.14557267]

>>14557045
Garbage. Grow up and get a real boot

[Anonymous No.14557271]

>>14557134
maybe but i still get raped by duty

[Anonymous No.14557275]

>>14557122
What boots are they?

[Anonymous No.14557292]

>>14549310
What are the best ankle height zip up cowboy boots I can get for ~250 USD?

[Anonymous No.14557458]

>>14556470
Be nice, he spilled fettuccine alfredo all over his boots and had to walk home in them

[Anonymous No.14557517]

Just copped these bad boys on sale. Less cartoonish than docs/solovairs

[Anonymous No.14557525]

>>14557244
Actually no it’s jus the idiot who makes these threads who hates them.

[Anonymous No.14557531]

>>14557045
Docs or solovair are great boots go for it don’t listen to the autistic spermatozoon who hates docs . Literally 90% of the anti doc comments are all him

[Anonymous No.14557537]

>>14557525
It's definitely multiple people who hate them. The general consensus on /fa/ as a whole is that they're not effay and not good boots

[Anonymous No.14557546]

>>14555466
Don’t listen to the autistic sperg who obsessively hates solovair. They make good boots that are actually stylish and not for some autistic 50 year old fat fuck

[Anonymous No.14557547]

>>14549310
step aside

[Anonymous No.14557554]

>>14555921
>equates the entire line of boots to one thing>>14557537
Solovair is made in England they are great boots. U don’t have a clue with what’s your talking about

[Anonymous No.14557558]

>>14557547
Those are objectively the worst boots one can wear.
Holy shit, I have horror stories about those goddamn boots. They're heavier than bricks, uncomfortable, and they hurt like fuck breaking them in. Almost every single person I was in the Army with tossed theirs out as soon as basic training was over and they were allowed to buy personal boots. I never wore them again after basic training if I could help it.
I remember we marched 12 miles and at the end someone wearing these boots had blisters so bad their boots were filling up with blood.
Fuck these boots!

[Anonymous No.14557560]

>>14557517
the branding kinda sucks though, I'd maybe fine with the print on the side but the branding on the lip really kills it for me

[Anonymous No.14557717]

>>14557122
I like them, what are they?

[Anonymous No.14558037]

>>14549310
Can anyone rec me some boots under $300 that look similar to this but with proper soles?
I don't know anything about shoes/boots and I've been wearing a pair of vagabond boots for almost three years but the soles are starting to peel off. I'm prepared to spend a bit more this time for better construction.
I've been looking at the loake crow but I don't like that it doesn't have metal eyelets.

[Anonymous No.14558050]

>>14558037
I have a pair of sanders kelsos that feel like the are built like a tank. Under 300 euro dollars, no idea how much in the US. Kinda TTS imo, though the front is pretty roomy so they have room for thicker socks.

[Anonymous No.14558070]

>>14557558
Why are they not built for purpose? That doesn't sound right.

[Anonymous No.14558203]

Cop or not?

https://www.drmartens.com/uk/en_gb/p/22938001#

[Anonymous No.14558220]

>>14557558
I wore my GI's for 6 years and still have them

[Anonymous No.14558324]

not really a boot but i dont think theres a proper shoe thread so ill ask here. do you think these would take well to a propr beeswax polishing? i wouldnt mind a nice pair of brogues and i can nab a pair of these today if i want cheap enough.

[Anonymous No.14558332]

list of actually good mulsurp boots?

[Anonymous No.14558439]

>>14558070
He's a pussy. Those are top tier and I prefer wearing those with some insoles over some faggot shit like the Nikes so the other soldiers wear

[Anonymous No.14558469]

>>14558203
Cop

[Anonymous No.14558474]

>>14558439
I imagined they'd be top tier because of who they're made for, I don't think you can fake bleeding feet though. I don't wear trainers anymore either, they make your feet too soft. A hard sole is good but there should be some level of comfort/support.

[Anonymous No.14558494]

>>14550753
>>14551811
whats the deal with these boots?

[Anonymous No.14558595]

>>14558474
>US military
>top tier
They outsource to the lowest bidder on common items. All the expensive good stuff is reserved for special forces.

[Anonymous No.14558601]

>>14557547
what boot?

[Anonymous No.14558603]

>>14558595
Fucking hell

[Anonymous No.14559472]

>>14553030
Doesn't the former discolour and look horrible after a lot of wear?

[Anonymous No.14559481]

>>14549428
What do condition with? Redwing conditioner fucks them

[Anonymous No.14559513]

I got these Danner Jag boots for $80 and they just arrived today! What do you all think? I was mainly going to wear these during the fall and winter, but do you think these could work with summer outfits (such as shorts)?

[Anonymous No.14559518]

>>14559513
Um...

[Anonymous No.14559525]

>>14559518
“Um...” as in the suck, or “Um...” that I shouldn’t wear these during the summer?

[Anonymous No.14559528]

>>14559481
That pic is actually from the day I conditioned them last. I use Red Wing's all natural conditioner. It's made with beeswax. You're thinking of mink oil, which Red Wing offers.
Mink oil penetrates deep in the pores of the leather and as a result darkens them a lot. Other conditioners don't do that and don't darken them near as much or at all.
This is the one I've got: https://www.redwingheritage.com/us/USD/product/care/products/conditioner-all-natural-3-oz-97104
I use it on all my oil tanned boots, not just my Iron Rangers.

[Anonymous No.14559542]

>>14559525
They're just ugly. And wearing hiking boots as every day boots is pure unadulterated autism. And wearing hiking boots in the summer with shorts as a casual outfit is next level autism.
You wouldn't happen to wear rectangular wireframe glasses would you?

[Anonymous No.14559566]

>>14559528
But it contains mink oil. You sure it didn't darken the leather? Maybe you don't remember the original tone.

[Anonymous No.14559567]

>>14559513
the made in china danner boots really suck, imo. i have a pair and they disintegrated within 6 months. i think they are more for looks, than for actual performance or quality.

[Anonymous No.14559572]

>>14559513
These can easily be worn with shorts. You'll just have a bit of a nomad look, not a bad thing.

[Anonymous No.14559573]

>>14559566
If they did darken it it was only very subtle. Those are to 8111s and in my pic is how they look after a conditioning.
And besides, the darkening thing is a meme. They darken them but they lighten back up with wear. Before long you wouldn't even know they got darker.

[Anonymous No.14559576]

>>14549428
i honestly do hate saying this, because iron rangers are fairly expensive, but you have the wrong size boots. the length may be fine, but you can tell by the distance (closeness) of the eyelets , that you most definitely need a narrower width. your feet are swimming in those.

[Anonymous No.14559580]

>>14559576
Nope, they fit great. Those are also super thin socks. The right boot gets really close together like that for some reason but I think it's just how the boot was made.
They fit fine and when I'm wearing them in the winter with wool socks they actually feel really snug

[Anonymous No.14559599]

>>14559542
I wanted a lightweight boot that I could wear casually while also using for light hiking. What boot would you recommend for that? And yeah, I had a feeling they wouldn’t look too good with shorts and that I should save them for the fall and winter. And no, I don’t wear rectangular wire frame glasses.

>>14559567
Yeah I would have preferred either Danner Ridge or Mountain Lights desu, but those are too expensive for me at the moment. Goal is to save up for those. But I still wanted to get these since they were on sale and fall is fast approaching.

>>14559572
Not sure I have the right shirts to pull off a nomad look

[Anonymous No.14559643]

>>14557717
ID on these?

[Anonymous No.14559968]

I really like the waxi boots from kommandostore, but have no money to spend right now, and my size is out of stock. When can I expect to see them re-stock again, and is there anywhere else to get them for a comparable price?

[Anonymous No.14560191]

>>14559968
Try emailing them or tweeting at them on Twitter to check for restocks (Also come back and tell me when they restock because I want some too). I don't know of any alternatives, especially any that are cheaper. $159 is pretty cheap as far as good boots go though, so this might be the floor.

[Anonymous No.14560208]

>>14559513
Pretty nice

[Anonymous No.14560213]

I want to ranger-mog my fellow red wing brethren, what do you guys think? They aging nicely? I swapped out the stock laces for the rawhide tan leather laces, I feel like it makes them pop a little more.

[Anonymous No.14560234]

>>14550354
link pls
>>14553332
>>14554372
someone better suggest before something bad happens

[Anonymous No.14560264]

>>14560234
Yes H&M. $50 a pair wait for the fall cycle to hit the store

[Anonymous No.14560265]

>>14560213
Laces look like shit m8 sorry to say. They might look better with age but the kinda yellow laces with dark boots like that is Reddit tier

[Anonymous No.14560281]

>>14560234
These are $50 at

[Anonymous No.14560296]

>>14559580
You're missing the point of what the other kid is saying. You can over-tighten the laces and make them snug but that doesn't mean it's a proper fit...

[Anonymous No.14560298]

>>14559576
>talking about the fit of another man's shoes
As someone with hammer toes you have no idea what you're saying. If they feel comfortable to him and don't cause blisters or pain then they are fine. Don't stick your nose into others' business.

[Anonymous No.14560333]

>>14559643
William Lennon 78TC. I don't have any better pictures right now.

[Anonymous No.14560362]

>>14560213
Looks like shit, dude

[Anonymous No.14560380]

>>14549486
Those are sweet boots and well made in a England. Don’t listen to the samefagging buttfuck who trashed them on here

[Anonymous No.14560381]

>>14549535
Really? Wow thanks for your input! Do u own or have u ever owned a pair of solovair? Don’t answer that bc I know u haven’t now fuck off

[Anonymous No.14560391]

>>14560381
quality aside, It’s because they look like shit, mate. a bit hot headed there huh?

[Anonymous No.14560505]

>>14560381
Imagine making this post. Holy shit

[Anonymous No.14560520]

>>14559573
I didn't know they'd lighten up, I've got nothing to lose then, I'll try some.

[Anonymous No.14560536]

>>14560264
H&M fucking hell, get out.

[Anonymous No.14560538]

>>14560234
Kek like what?

[Anonymous No.14560542]

>>14559576


>>14560296
If the fit is right length ways, why e en point this out? (Whether you're right or wrong) it's pretty pointless.

[Anonymous No.14560546]

>>14560333
The fuck did you lace them like that?

[Anonymous No.14560548]

>>14560391
Kek

[Anonymous No.14560554]

>>14549734
Dark Brown waxed flesh

[Anonymous No.14560556]

>>14549396
I think I'll have to order me a pair of these on Black Friday

>>14560333
Haven't seen William Lennon in here before. Great company and great boots!

[Anonymous No.14560616]

>>14560546
Helps with flex around the ankle, I find it more comfortable on longer walks.

>>14560556
Yeah I think they're great boots for the money, wait times are quite long but the service is good. You can pretty much get them to do any alterations you want. I'll get another pair some day.

[Anonymous No.14560682]

>>14549310
Can i get an ID on these boots

[Anonymous No.14560689]

i'm more a ginkgo man

[Anonymous No.14560698]

What's something similar to Clark's desert boots (no nonsense, simple low profile) but a bit sturdier and more waterproof?

[Anonymous No.14560701]

>>14560682
RICK OWENS
Creeper Slim Boots

[Anonymous No.14560831]

>>14550753
if you're in the UK don't bother with kommando, you'll wait an age for shipping from US and probs get cucked with import, there's a UK based surplus site called "forcesuniformandkit" that sell 'em for 28pounds. hope you like em anon, they will serve u well :3

[Anonymous No.14560875]

Does anyone here own a pair of The Callboy's combat boots? They seem like a decent cheapo alternative to the Dior meme boots priced at $200 making them far cheaper than From The First's version. I would like to hear what someone that owns a pair thinks of them.

[Anonymous No.14560877]

>>14560875
pic of the suede version

[Anonymous No.14560882]

>>14560616
You mean it allows less pressure? That area had never been a problem for me, but that a good idea.

[Anonymous No.14560883]

>>14560831
What does surplus mean in that context? And what good can a £28 boot do?

[Anonymous No.14560906]

>>14559576
yeah it looks really bad
it looks like the leather is folding up at the front due to his tight he has to tie it

[Anonymous No.14560914]

>>14560883
In context of the site? they have unissued and used military equipment. the boots? well my came lightly used (they just needed a re-heeling) but i can't speak for them all, as two of my friends got their own pairs in far better condition (could be due to my cucked shoe size and less stock to choose from). and uh i use mine pretty frequently, going to start rotating it now that i know it'll fuck them if i don't. but they're well built with decent leather that actually absorbs oil/grease/whatever and have a pretty good steel shank. went on a trip with scouts to switzerland and had them as backups to my main boots (which i realised were too small day 1) and used them for the duration of the trip with no foot problems to mention. obviously these aren't be-all-end-all boots, they're heavy, the stitched sole can only do so much so far as keeping water out and the insole they come with is shit, but if you break them in, get new insoles (i got jalas') and wear decent socks they perform pretty admirably for their cost.

[Anonymous No.14561045]

>>14560882
Yeah that's it, I've always done it with 10 eye boots.

[Anonymous No.14561312]

>>14557275
>>14557717
red wing 952

[Anonymous No.14561333]

>>14560698
Please respond

[Anonymous No.14561542]

>>14560520
They'll darken a bit, but if it's not mink oil it shouldn't be super bad. Mink oil is the one that completely changes the color

[Anonymous No.14561563]

hello boot boys
I broke my fifth metatarsal bone for the second time in 4 years and my foot hurts like a bitch and i dont want this to keep happening

foot doctor told me to start wearing boots.... never had boots except for timbs which were rather uncomfortable for my lousy feet

I heard dr martens were originally made for people with feet problem? are they any good? heard about the quality being shit. my dad has had the same pair for 20 years or something and they look ok

what other boots look like dr martens?? maybe not so clownish maybe?? thanks for the help fellas

[Anonymous No.14561597]

>>14550419
very nice, I like the suede/nubuck or whatever the top is

[Anonymous No.14561738]

>>14560914
Nice. Them being used makes sense for the price then.

[Anonymous No.14561764]

Is Cordovan a meme or not? I've been eyeing some Carmina boots for a while now

[Anonymous No.14561790]

>>14549310
I love my timbs. seriously, i get compliments everywhere i go. They last FOREVER to!

[Anonymous No.14561809]

>>14561790
Are you black, a construction worker, or both?

[Anonymous No.14561813]

>>14561764
I think it's for some but not everyone.
I'm not a fan personally. It doesn't stretch much or at all, so you have to really nail the sizing from the start. It doesn't breath very well, so wearing them in hot weather is hard and if your feet sweat it will only make things worse. It's subjective, but many people think they look plasticky. I agree and they remind me patent leather almost. The biggest downside is that they're just so much more expensive than cowhide.

[Anonymous No.14561824]

I usually dont come to /fa/ but I need steel toed boots for a job. They dont have to be good, I'm not working around dangerous shjt but it's a requirement for the jobsite. Thus, I can go cheap/casual. Any steel toe recommendations?

[Anonymous No.14561828]

>>14561824
Might as well just go to Walmart then and get whatever's cheapest.

[Anonymous No.14561841]

>>14561824
If theres a Sears closing near you get a good pair of wolverine work boots for dirt cheap
I never understood steel toes, if you drop something considerably heavy on your toes theyre going to get severed by the metal.

[Anonymous No.14561855]

>>14561841
The idea behind steel toes isn't that they'll protect against big heavy things. Obviously your foot is getting fucked no matter what you're wearing in that case.
It's more in case tools drop and fall on them or boxes, etc. It's protection for minor stuff as it's better than nothing

[Anonymous No.14561863]

>>14561855
Id rather just have a hardened or composite toe boot in that case.. Its much lighter. Id rather rely on the strength of my bones than the fragility of the tendons holding my toes together.

[Anonymous No.14562022]

Now that summer is almost over and it's going to finally start cooling down in a few more weeks, what is everyone's next boot they'll be getting?
I'm pretty sure I'm going to pull the trigger on some Aldens in October or so. Maybe some Trumans if I'm feeling like gambling.

[Anonymous No.14562044]

Anyone have the red wing Williston Chelsea?

[Anonymous No.14562047]

>>14562044
Something about them just looks off. I don't like them

[Anonymous No.14562075]

>>14560689
Neat as hell, thanks for posting anon

[Anonymous No.14562086]

>>14561764
Just got a pair of cordovan derby’s from Alden. personally I’m a fan. there’s next to no required care besides brushing them, the leather is durable as hell. I dig the look too, since it doesn’t have lots of tiny creases after wearing/breaking in like cowhide.

[Anonymous No.14562087]

>>14562022
Just got some jodhpur for those cool fall nights

[Anonymous No.14562093]

>>14562022
big rec on the Alden 404’s if you want a boot for the winter

[Anonymous No.14562199]

>>14562093
Love the 404s but I hate their sole

[Anonymous No.14562202]

>>14562199
Then go for the 403/405’s. I love those models but hate the soles as I wanted something with more durability and utility.

[Anonymous No.14562207]

>>14562202
I'm planning on the 405 when I order mine.
I like the color of the 404 with the sole of the 405. They need to make a model like that

[Anonymous No.14562211]

>>14562209
NEW

[Anonymous No.14562872]

>>14553535
I wore red wing charcoal blacksmiths for a year on my bike, worked well, I always had a small patch that was slightly scuffed from the shifter. But the brown iron rangers I have have a much more noticeable spot. I'm fine with it, I ride, and it's a part of me. Everyone who knows, knows what that spot it.. If your job is strict, keep shoes at work to change. I don't mind the black

[Anonymous No.14563092]

>>14562872
Blemishes are cool if they tell a story.

[Anonymous No.14563280]

>>14550753
Are there any similar boots but in brown?