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William Lennon Boots

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    MastersOfDeath
    Iron Heart Deity
    Joined: 11 May 2011

    Look forward to seeing those RZ, meanwhile here's an old pic of my traditional work boots:

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      Regular_zip
      Joined: 20 May 2012

      Thanks for the pic.  Now those I like very very much MoD.  😃

      They look to be the same leather that my 107Fs are in.  How long have you had them now?….they look like you'd still be able to wear them in 20 years, they look seriously tough!  😉

      Are the soles on those Vibram?

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        MastersOfDeath
        Iron Heart Deity
        Joined: 11 May 2011

        I don't think they're Vibram, not sure though but they are replaceable. I've had them about 14/15 months and that pic is about three months in. I'll get some more recent pics up soon. I think this is a mahogany waxy leather, but apart from the toe cap they should be pretty similar to yours.

        Maybe wgic will post some pics of his boots (that I sold him).

        I've just noticed that the prices have jumped up a bit since last year  😞 . still great value though.

        last edited by 31 May 2012, 11:43 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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          Regular_zip
          Joined: 20 May 2012

          They look like they would withstand pretty much anything you throw at them!  🙂

          Yes, as you say, apart from the toe cap they look very similar indeed.  I like the toe cap, as adds some extra interest I think!

          The soles on mine are Vibrams, and are quite heavy.  But look the same as yours from what I can see otherwise.

          Would very much like to see any other pics of WLs too.  Also to see yours after 14/15 months intrigues me.  😉

          The prices I totally agree, seem to represent good value still.

          last edited by 31 May 2012, 13:08 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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            Chris
            Raw and Unwashed
            Joined: 28 Jun 2010

            Yeah, WLs are seriously heavy.  I like the lug sole on those; I went with a smooth leather sole on mine, but I think the lug sole is more versatile and suits the overall look better.

            last edited by 31 May 2012, 15:12 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              Graeme
              啓蒙家
              Joined: 30 Mar 2012

              I rode from London to Cumbria today, and figured that a detour via Stoney Middleton and the William Lennon factory would be a good idea. Besides, it meant taking a trip across the Peak District, which is far more fun than more motorway miles.

              The factory itself is pretty small, probably the size of a couple of large family homes knocked together. I didn't get to take a look around, but the Loomstate article shows it to be populated by machinery that you'd expect to find at Beamish.

              My main goal was to get an idea of sizing. I've heard conflicting stories about the boots, and after trying a couple of pairs of the 178 style on. I normally take a 13, and after a discussion with Libs in the office, I'd reckon I'd need a 12 1/2.

              The boots have a lot of volume, and in size 13 (on the 178 last) they were loose around the heel and ankle and forestep. The 12s had a closer fit.

              The 178 are around £150, and made from a Horween leather.

              I'm really after a pair of their World War I B5 replica boots. These have a distinct square toe, are made from a seriously thick waxed leather (tanned up the road in Chesterfield). The fit is narrower than the 178, particularly in the heel, and probably a touch longer. Oh, and they're willing to build up the toe of the size 12 last to make a pair that fits. Beat that for customer service!

              In terms of quality, I'd say that William Lennon are at least as good as Redwing, if not better. They're cheaper too, and can be customised. See the thread at the Fedora Lounge for more.

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                MastersOfDeath
                Iron Heart Deity
                Joined: 11 May 2011

                More images is what's needed here….Mega, Regular_zip, let's see 'em please.( And of course Graeme, when you've got them).

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                  Megatron1505
                  見習いボス
                  Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                  I'll wear mine tomorrow and get some pics up.

                  Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

                  last edited by 3 Nov 2012, 22:07 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                    Megatron1505
                    見習いボス
                    Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                    Triple terror is selling a custom pair at the moment, made from black chromexcel, in the buying and selling section for £100. Anyone who can fit a UK 9 needs to buy these immediately, they are stunning.

                    Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

                    last edited by 4 Nov 2012, 10:53 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                      Finn666
                      Joined: 20 Jan 2011

                      thanks lad!…those are some nice looking fekkers ready to kick ass!

                      last edited by 4 Nov 2012, 12:11 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        Lucifer
                        Joined: 31 Aug 2011

                        New pair:

                        Seize the day and don't you cry.

                        last edited by 27 Nov 2012, 22:39 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                          tmg
                          Joined: 10 Sept 2010

                          Like those a lot! Mind revealing the build spec?

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                            michaeljcr
                            Raw and Unwashed
                            Joined: 14 Oct 2010

                            I ordered what I think might be a similar pair before Christmas - 178 leather soled boot in brown (burgundy) zug grain leather with rubber forepart. Not sure if that's what's in the picture above, but it's more or less what I was aiming for. Should be ready in a couple of weeks, all being well!

                            The only extra charge was the leather forepart, which is £5. Interestingly, they said they'd send me a PayPal request for the extra £5 when the boots are done. It looks like their e-commerce site isn't set up to add extras on. The good news is, I get advance warning of when they're ready.

                            last edited by 16 Jan 2013, 00:42 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                              Lucifer
                              Joined: 31 Aug 2011

                              Hey guys!

                              My configuration:

                              78N brown zug-grain boot with leather sole and rubber heel and forepart

                              Seize the day and don't you cry.

                              last edited by 16 Jan 2013, 08:43 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                tmg
                                Joined: 10 Sept 2010

                                Thanks, what was the difference in cost to the standard boot? Would you mind posting a couple more pics?

                                last edited by 16 Jan 2013, 11:16 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                  Lucifer
                                  Joined: 31 Aug 2011

                                  I paid £159.90 including S&H to Norway (which is a great price for boots like this imo). I'll take a few more shots when I get off work tonight and post!

                                  Seize the day and don't you cry.

                                  last edited by 16 Jan 2013, 11:32 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                    tmg
                                    Joined: 10 Sept 2010

                                    Good price indeed, how do they compare to your White's for build quality and comfort? Also, do they run true to size?

                                    The 78N is called a hob nailed boot, but they're not actually hob nailed are they?

                                    last edited by 16 Jan 2013, 11:41 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                      Chris
                                      Raw and Unwashed
                                      Joined: 28 Jun 2010

                                      Yeah, they're really hob-nailed.  Seriously old school.  I found the sizing to be a tad large; I'm consistently a size 11US, a 10 in Viberg (UK sizing) and have a pair of Tricker's in size 9.5.  My William Lennons in size 10 required a fairly thick insole to work for me.  A 9.5 might have worked, but WL doesn't do half sizes.

                                      Can't make a comparison to White's, as I don't have any, but I'd call them well built and sturdy, though a touch unrefined- some untrimmed threads, rough edges here and there, slightly sloppy glue work, seams that aren't always perfectly aligned, that sort of thing.  Nothing that affects the comfort or durability, or even is noticeable without close inspection, but there if you're looking for it.  Comfortable, once they break in, which takes a while.

                                      last edited by 16 Jan 2013, 16:47 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                        Lucifer
                                        Joined: 31 Aug 2011

                                        Couple of pics:


                                        Seize the day and don't you cry.

                                        last edited by 17 Jan 2013, 20:35 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                          Megatron1505
                                          見習いボス
                                          Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                                          Very cool, when the weather improves I will be spending more time in mine.

                                          Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

                                          last edited by 17 Jan 2013, 20:53 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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