Guess it depends on your definition but they are considered pretty casual as far as boot styles goes. Guessing you want something more sporty or utilitarian with a lug sole, etc.
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Men's boots
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If you wanna pay $150 - $200 for them. Yeeesh
I like the sneaker style hiking boots myself.
Don't know where you shop but I got of pair at Dick's for ~$60.
Go to stores and look for closeouts. Doesn't have to be Nike either, I bought a pair of Timberland sneaker-boots too.
Frye's makes ok boots but definitely not for MSRP.
Allen Edmonds Daltons are beautiful, but go somewhere and get fitted. Their lasts can be weird and narrow.
OP could go all out and pick up some Aldens. Like the Indy boot:
Allen Edmonds Daltons are beautiful, but go somewhere and get fitted. Their lasts can be weird and narrow.
OP could go all out and pick up some Aldens. Like the Indy boot:
I have Red Wing Iron Rangers in Copper Rough and Tough:
If you are in the US, Sierra Trading Post sells their factory seconds online! They work out to about $200. Mine had a small knick on the toe but that was it.
If you are in the US, Sierra Trading Post sells their factory seconds online! They work out to about $200. Mine had a small knick on the toe but that was it.
Too trendy and stylish for me, I'm shy and I think it looks like someone is trying hard when they roll in timbs
In no way are the boots you originally posted 'casual.'
The majority of boots in here can be considered every day wear.
Not a chance. You wear what works for you. I have big feet and Timbs are the sweet spot for look, size, and quality.
I bought my boots from a very well respected WWII replica maker.
https://www.atthefrontshop.com/US_WWII_Boots_s/71.htm
I've had my boots for 2 years and they've held up longer than any Red Wing boot I've had.
Exact pair I bought:
https://www.atthefrontshop.com/Reproduction_WWII_Service_Shoes_Made_in_USA_p/usfssrt.htm
I put the paratrooper laces in them though.
https://www.atthefrontshop.com/US_WWII_Boots_s/71.htm
I've had my boots for 2 years and they've held up longer than any Red Wing boot I've had.
Exact pair I bought:
https://www.atthefrontshop.com/Reproduction_WWII_Service_Shoes_Made_in_USA_p/usfssrt.htm
I put the paratrooper laces in them though.
I'm sorry, but I have yet to come across a pair of shoes with broguing that look good.
Allen Edmonds Dalton
Frye's makes ok boots but definitely not for MSRP.
Allen Edmonds Daltons are beautiful, but go somewhere and get fitted. Their lasts can be weird and narrow.
OP could go all out and pick up some Aldens. Like the Indy boot:
That price! Do they last two lifetimes!?
They look nice, maybe one day.
Frye doesn't do this, though? I have the Folsom Combat, the Arkansas Logger and the Logan toe-cap, and none has a logo. But yes, completely agree, stupid to do that. Very tacky.
Are Fryes expensive - yes, at the official website they are. But on sale, at a place like Amazon, Fryes are pretty hard to beat. You really notice the difference when you're actually holding a pair.
BTW, about fifteen years ago, the quality dropped off considerably, but the brand has really bounced back. I'm thinking about purchasing the Prison Boot next, in black. I also covet the Officer Cuff boot, except they never seem to go on sale.
What brand do you like?
Frye definitely does it. You can go see the logo stamped usually on the heal of the boots. Sometimes it's higher up the ankle. As for brands I like, when it comes to boots I am pretty much exclusive Alden and Viberg. They are pricey as hell but I find their fit, construction, and styles to be pretty unmatched. I do have a pair from Carmina which aren't too shabby either.
Ohh goodie, men's boots are one of my interests.
r/goodyearwelt has a good beginner's guide:
https://www.reddit.com/r/goodyearwelt/comments/2r0fld/a_beginners_boot_buying_guide/
Visual version:
r/goodyearwelt has a good beginner's guide:
https://www.reddit.com/r/goodyearwelt/comments/2r0fld/a_beginners_boot_buying_guide/
Visual version:
As a Texan, a lot of these just look like higher topped dress shoes, lol. Even my Timberlands look more like boot than what I'm seeing. They don't have to be shit-kickers or anything but man...
I've got a pair of wolverine novaks right now that do the job well enough. Had a good pair of red wings before but they were a total lemon set so I turned my nose up at them this time around. I'll probably buy my next set from them tho lol >.<
Here's my work boots. Got a fair number of compliments for them:
https://www.gmesupply.com/oliver-55-246-metatarsal-guard-mining-work-boot-6
But if you want 8" boots, these should fit your aesthetic:
https://www.gmesupply.com/45-675c-oliver-boots
https://www.gmesupply.com/oliver-55-246-metatarsal-guard-mining-work-boot-6
But if you want 8" boots, these should fit your aesthetic:
https://www.gmesupply.com/45-675c-oliver-boots
Buy a pair of Vibergs/Aldens, find a decent cobbler in your area who can do resoles, and you're set for life.
Alternatively, look into Meermin Mallorca, Thursday Boot Company (beware of occasional poor QC, also their last is a big tube so you may want to size down), Mark Albert Boots, and Oak Street Bootmakers.
I adore my Snuff Suede Meermin Chelseas. The color and styling is so versatile.
Alternatively, look into Meermin Mallorca, Thursday Boot Company (beware of occasional poor QC, also their last is a big tube so you may want to size down), Mark Albert Boots, and Oak Street Bootmakers.
I adore my Snuff Suede Meermin Chelseas. The color and styling is so versatile.
I just can't stand the full sole where the black breaks up the stacked leather heel. I prefer half soles like thisI wish I could afford Vibergs, they're magnificent.
I wish I could afford Vibergs, they're magnificent.
They're running a sample sale on the 20th and 21st of this month. Check Reddit or StyleForum and see if you can find a proxy ;D
I just can't stand the full sole where the black breaks up the stacked leather heel. I prefer half soles like this
i'd take the vibergs over those boots any day, but to each his own i suppose.
thanks for the heads up, but my "expensive shoes" money is currently reserved for a pair of these:
This year I'd tried goign for Solovairs. Made from the original moulds, similar sole, made in England rather than the Far East. Oh and grey stitching rather than silly yellow stuff.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solovair
thanks for the heads up, but my "expensive shoes" money is currently reserved for a pair of these:
Warm Whites and white Retro models go for ~$250 during sale season all the time, if you're not absolutely dead set on getting just the all whites. I believe AMEX cardholders currently have a $50 off $250 FarFetch offer that you can add to your account too.
You know things are going all to pot when it takes this long for somebody to post the Dr Marten's Boots song.
Anyone in the market for Red Wings (among other brands) should keep an eye on DomesticDomestic.com. They have 30% off sales occasionally. I got my Iron Rangers in Oxblood for $320 - 30% = $224.00.
Their customer service is top-notch as well. I ordered two pair, the other in Copper, just to see which finish I liked better, and sent one back. No hassle at all.
PSA, if you're getting Iron Rangers, start with about a full size smaller than the shoe you wear. I'm a 11.5-12, and the 10.5 fits like a glove. So comfy.
Their customer service is top-notch as well. I ordered two pair, the other in Copper, just to see which finish I liked better, and sent one back. No hassle at all.
PSA, if you're getting Iron Rangers, start with about a full size smaller than the shoe you wear. I'm a 11.5-12, and the 10.5 fits like a glove. So comfy.
Highly recommend New Rock boots. Mine have lasted over 10 years without a single issue, and they look great. This is one of their more subdued, casual pairs, but you can get some really cool ones if you like
That is the opposite of subdued.
+1 here for Alden. I've got 5 pairs of Aldens now, 3 of which are boots. Absolutely love them.
My suggestion is for a pair of Indys if you want to spend the $ for Aldens. They make so many variants of it between all the different retailers that carry Alden so you are bound to find a pair that are to your liking. They dress up really well too with waxed laces.
I've got a pair of Red Wings that I like as well, but not as much as my Aldens.
My suggestion is for a pair of Indys if you want to spend the $ for Aldens. They make so many variants of it between all the different retailers that carry Alden so you are bound to find a pair that are to your liking. They dress up really well too with waxed laces.
I've got a pair of Red Wings that I like as well, but not as much as my Aldens.
Is there anywhere I can go to keep track of sales on common projects? I'm not dead set on the all whites but I am dead set on getting the classic model (non-retro).
This year I'd tried goign for Solovairs. Made from the original moulds, similar sole, made in England rather than the Far East. Oh and grey stitching rather than silly yellow stuff.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solovair
Would totally be down if it weren't for that green color tag.
I mean I was using them as an example of half soles over the full sole that viberg uses with a lot of their service boots.
those wesco engineers are nice but for a specific audience for sure