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Redwing Gentleman Traveller Boots
- Thread starter newenglandcliff
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airfrogusmc
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Yeah took Paul a couple years to get his stuff back. He kept saying he had some SERIOUS health problems and kept giving excuses. I didn't know he had moved out of Idaho. I feel bad for recomending the guy. Greg stay on him...
GregNYC said:
Well it's April here in NZ now ....
Yeah, they are wide enough, I'm wearing my usual NZ/UK size of 9 1/2, whereas I'd normally go up a size for USA.
I had a quick look, Japanese vendors seem to have some stock, just not all sizes, or colours. Black would be hard to find, here's Beat ...
http://translate.google.com/translate?h ... n%26sa%3DG
stanier
Well-Known Member
I'm after a pair of Lone Wolf "Mechanic" boots in brown, anyone know a supplier please?
I think I've found them in black, but would prefer brown.
If Lone Wolf stocks are going to be replenished in April anyone know when?
And lastly, what do you do when those Cats Paw sole and heel units need replacing; are spares available?
Cheers all!
I think I've found them in black, but would prefer brown.
If Lone Wolf stocks are going to be replenished in April anyone know when?
And lastly, what do you do when those Cats Paw sole and heel units need replacing; are spares available?
Cheers all!
handworn
Active Member
Duluth Trading Company (http://www.duluthtrading.com/) would also do you well, I bet. I have a leather cellphone belt case from them, and it exudes old-fashioned craftsmanship. Damn thing will outlast me. I half expect to see a Rough Wear label inside.
cheaterome said:
stanier
Well-Known Member
bristolherc
Member
deeb7 said:GregNYC said:
The workmanship in the Lone Wolfs is faultless, with full leather insoles, and they are supremely comfortable.
I got these in Kyoto 10 days ago. I'd call them an E width, only available up to sz 10.
Like David says, comfortable and faultess construction, and best of all it's boot weather here in Godzone.
BEVAN
John Lever
Moderator
These are my work boots -
Steel toes and soles.
Steel toes and soles.
Atticus
Well-Known Member
I'm not a real farmer or construction worker, but I like these.
http://www.georgiaboot.com/Products/Def ... 0in%20(1,2)
I have a pair in each of these styles and I love 'em both.
AF
http://www.georgiaboot.com/Products/Def ... 0in%20(1,2)
I have a pair in each of these styles and I love 'em both.
AF
John Lever
Moderator
Nah ! Just lime and yellow ochre, artists paint, kneeling on concrete the usual stuff..Vcruiser said:Hey John!
Did you age those artifically? Hot water treatment?
VB
stanier
Well-Known Member
deeb7 said:
'Scuse me while I revisit this thread ...
So did anyone ever buy these? I have the BR shoes, but those boots sure are tempting.
And then again, I like Bevan's Hunter boots ...
I can't find anyone who'd bought the BR boots (or M42 from anyone) (I have the shoes too) I'm seriously tempted to order but would rather just get some advice on sizing, as one japanese site I looked at seemed to translate to suggest they might run a little big, but it could just be the translation!
Certainly my size 9.5 fit perfectly and I was hoping the BR boots would be the same
zoomer
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My regular boots are:
At The Front Type I Service Shoe, $109.99 / combination sole, nails and all
Blundstone Model 62 (aka Culbertson), stout brown, $149 / square toe, nonlug sole
Justin Model 3714 10" Roper, Corona tan, $99 / low heel, leather sole
All 3 pair are in my weekly walking rotation, have several hundred miles at least on 'em, and give good service and comfort so far.
Sizing respectively for this 10 1/2D wearer is real big (ATF 10E), big (Blunnie Aus. 9.5M), and right on the nosey (Justin 10 1/2M).
At The Front Type I Service Shoe, $109.99 / combination sole, nails and all
Blundstone Model 62 (aka Culbertson), stout brown, $149 / square toe, nonlug sole
Justin Model 3714 10" Roper, Corona tan, $99 / low heel, leather sole
All 3 pair are in my weekly walking rotation, have several hundred miles at least on 'em, and give good service and comfort so far.
Sizing respectively for this 10 1/2D wearer is real big (ATF 10E), big (Blunnie Aus. 9.5M), and right on the nosey (Justin 10 1/2M).
PADDY_M
Well-Known Member
Zoomer, have you any photos of the ATF boots now that you have clocked some mileage up on them, please?
I'm also interested to know, if with wear, tear and polish (if applied) they have darkened somewhat.
Also sounds like they run large (as military boots tend to), so you've ordered a 1/2 size down from your foot size?
I'm also interested to know, if with wear, tear and polish (if applied) they have darkened somewhat.
Also sounds like they run large (as military boots tend to), so you've ordered a 1/2 size down from your foot size?
zoomer
Well-Known Member
As is typical for repros, the ATFs are only made in whole number sizes and single widths. Their 10E is darn near an 11. I wear them with innersoles and at least a sweatsock weight of sock. The vamps lace up to the tightness I need, and the toe bulb is extra roomy but there's none of that slippage which can really leave you hurting.
My pair are just a touch darker brown than the pic shown. I haven't polished them, just mink oiled them a couple times to keep moisture out, and the color has held. I'll try and snap a few pix here soon.
My pair are just a touch darker brown than the pic shown. I haven't polished them, just mink oiled them a couple times to keep moisture out, and the color has held. I'll try and snap a few pix here soon.
kevlarg
New Member
I have a pair of ATF jump boots and I have put alot of mileage on them. I also have a pair of modern Corcoran Jumpers. The leather on the ATF boots is leaps and bounds nicer than on my Corcorans. It is a dyed leather and pretty soft right out of the box. The Corcoran's, for comparison are paint dyed, very shiny almost resembling plastic.
Overall I love the ATF boots. They have worn really nicely. I wear mine in my woodshop and they are starting to look just like originals that come up on ebay.
BTW-I know you guys are talking about the Service shoes but I can tell you they are near identical except for the height and the heel.
I will try and post a pic for you.
Overall I love the ATF boots. They have worn really nicely. I wear mine in my woodshop and they are starting to look just like originals that come up on ebay.
BTW-I know you guys are talking about the Service shoes but I can tell you they are near identical except for the height and the heel.
I will try and post a pic for you.
stanier said:
Exactly the problem, my Lone Wolf boots are 9.5, and fit well. The BR shoes are size 10, and snug. I realise that boots usually are sized a little more generously than dress shoes, but it needs to be right first time.
And thanks also to Cliff for the 'heads up' on Red Wing. I too wanted the Gentleman Traveller boots, and this thread put me right off. Red Wing are not commonly sold in NZ, but I just found a pair of these ...
... almost new, in a thrift shop. The look was great, and the quality was poor.
siddhartha
Administrator
...and I have to say-my Redwings get better and better-best pair of boots I own
Chris
Chris
chicken
New Member
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