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    John Lofgren (Speedway)

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    • Chiba J.C
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      Will do.

      Put some leather laces on my DPs.

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        Carlmart
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        Looks very nice

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        • AnesthetistA
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          Great looking boots!

          IG: bluehandsslim

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          • mclaincauseyM
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            John has some vulcanized sneaks coming in natural, blue, and herringbone frogskin. Guess which ones I'm getting? December timeframe.

            http://s1282.photobucket.com/user/CallmeIshmael/media/Camo2_zpsaca5faa9.jpg.html

            Think it, be it.

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            • Chiba J.C
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              More pics at Denimbro.

              http://www.denimbro.com/a-john-lofgren-speedway-thread_topic112_page60.html

              I'm torn between the natural and camo. May have to get both….....

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              • veloaudioV
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                Hmm, where are you planning to order from MCL? I wonder if SE will get these?

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                • Chiba J.C
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                  Yes. SE is planning to stock them. As is this shop in Aus.

                  http://iconosquare.com/p/824241969444820420_418716

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                  • veloaudioV
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                    ^Thanks

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                    • mclaincauseyM
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                      Ahh thanks indeed. I was asking John to take my money directly but either way 😃

                      Think it, be it.

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                      • Cold SummerC
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                        Hey guys,

                        I'm thinking about buying some Lofgren engineer boots from Self Edge.  I asked them about sizing and Tyler recommended going TTS to my sneaker size (I wear 11.5 in Vans and Converse.)  But I wanted to ask about your experiences too.  For some other points of reference, I've worn 10 in Red Wings (though a 10.5 would really be better, the 10s are a bit small.)

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                          Hey dude, I'm a true 9.5 and I tried on the 9's and they seemed to fit very well.  i didn't really move around as I didn't want to crease the leather, but I had no problems getting my foot in, and i also felt it "snap" into the boot.  I tried the 8.5 on and I couldnt even get my smaller foot through, its possible thats a better size for me, but doubtful.

                          Alternatively, I tried on your boots (the narrow ones), and I was a 27.  it was very difficult to get my foot in, but it also snapped in.  That said, the length felt great, but it seemed to squeeze the sides of my foot a little too much since my foot is not particularly slim.  I might try on the 8.5's again when I'm at se.  Hope that helps at all, I'm sure others can chime in!

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                            I think you should at least go down a half size.  I'm a true 9.5 brannock and a 9.5 in vans (which I find to be super tts), and the 9 fit incredibly easy as I said.

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                            • mclaincauseyM
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                              I'm 9.5D in most American footwear, and digitally measured there by Red Wing, and manually on a Brannock. I have a 9.5 Lofgren, but could easily do a 9.

                              If you are very careful and try them on gingerly on carpet they would be returnable, at least John would take them back, and I think SE would probably take them back in exchange or for store credit.

                              Think it, be it.

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                              • Chiba J.C
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                                I'm a 12. And I own a 12 in the Lofgren engineers. They work well, with a thicker sock and a Superfeet 3/4 insole. But I think I'd prefer a 11.5.

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                                • Cold SummerC
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                                  Thanks guys.  I think I'll try an 11 first, SE has only one in stock, but several pairs of 11.5s.  So if the 11s are too small, it's unlikely the other ones will sell out before I could get an exchange.

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                                    Such a great boot. I tried the donkey puncher on in my usual 8 in workwear boots and they fitted great. Supercomfy the inner and outer leather is superb. Prob a 7.5 possible too but dont like it too snug in my boots

                                    Cheers,
                                    David

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                                    • mclaincauseyM
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                                      @Cold:

                                      Thanks guys.  I think I'll try an 11 first, SE has only one in stock, but several pairs of 11.5s.  So if the 11s are too small, it's unlikely the other ones will sell out before I could get an exchange.

                                      Smart move–I bet it will fit, you never know with feet but they generally seem to be a half size roomy.

                                      Think it, be it.

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                                      • Cold SummerC
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                                        My Engineers are in the mail and are scheduled to arrive tomorrow.  Can't wait.

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                                          Such a good feeling…I'll be interested to hear how they compare to your current pair of engineers. Those are pretty tough to beat!

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                                          • Cold SummerC
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                                            Got my boots today!  They are really spectacular.  They are pretty much flawless and a perfect fit.  Thanks for the sizing advice everyone, the 11s were definitely the right call.  11.5 would have been too big.

                                            I'm really pleased at how these complement the FH short engineer boots.  It's really hard to say which is better, they're so close.  The FH boot has a slightly more tapered, cowboy boot-inspired shape, and are made from horsehide.  The Lofgrens have a rounded toe and Chromexcel leather.  The storm welt is really impressive and quite different from the double stitching on my FH boots.

                                            I love the Chromexcel leather on these and think it's the perfect choice for these boots, I don't like how black horsehide looks in comparison (it really lends itself better to the aging possibilities of red/brown boots.)  The fit is very comfortable and easy to get on and off, but not too loose, even without insoles.

                                            The only areas where I think the FH boots clearly beat the Lofgrens are the straps and hardware.  The FH straps are lined on the underside (not sure which type of leather they use - think it's calfskin) and this creates a much heavier, more solid feel in addition to the smoothness of the underside of the strap.  The FH buckles also feel a bit more solid and tough than the Lofgren ones.  Of course the Lofgren ones are probably more vintage-correct, so it's really just a matter of taste.

                                            These boots perfectly complement my RJB D105s - they'll get a lot more wear now that I have two pairs of footwear that go nicely with these jeans.  I'll take some pics soon.

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