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    • SeulS
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      I wouldn't be able to rock those, but they look pretty badarse anyway!..

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      • thomasnunnallyT
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        @dizco:

        is it good enough for winter ?(and hilly neighborhood as a bonus  8))

        I own those in that same color, pics in the WAYWT thread.  They are definitely warm enough for winter.  The fleece lining is warm and the fall weather requires me to wear lightweight running socks.

        As far as hills in the snow, I will be finding out this winter.  I live in the most notoriously hilly areas of philadelphia, and I live on top of the hill.  The soles look like they might be a bit slippery to me, but we will see.

        Out with the new! In with the old!

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          Like the look of those…don't need any more hiking boots though...got myself 2 pairs of Fracaps (well worth looking at by the way...hand made italien beauties).
          I'm thinking of a pair of Red Wings but can't figure out the difference between the 875, 8131 and the 8173? Like the look of the 877 too.
          Can anyone help me out here...experience of any of these boots?
          Thanks in advance

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          • JiiJ
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            @bertoni:

            I'm thinking of a pair of Red Wings but can't figure out the difference between the 875, 8131 and the 8173? Like the look of the 877 too.
            Can anyone help me out here…experience of any of these boots?
            Thanks in advance

            All of them have different leathers, 875 is Oro-iginal, 8131 is oro Russet Portage and 8173 is Abilene Roughout. Otherwise I think they're the same, last-wise etc. 877 is Oro-iginal as well.

            I have the 875s and I love them, to me it's the "classic" Red Wing model. I do have a soft spot for the Abilene roughout….

            AIAN HA-TO!

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              Thanks Jii…Yeah have been thinking about the 875 and 877 the most....better get saving!

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              • TripleterrorT
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                Check these out, a nice alternative to Alden. Pretty special I think you'll agree.
                Wolverine 1000 mile 721 Ltd Shell Cordovan

                The first link is a guy on Style Forum trying to bust all the myths about caring for cordovan & the other 2 are about the boots & the cordovan.
                Now can I justify ANOTHER pair of boots  😛

                http://www.styleforum.net/showthread.php?t=205531


                TT

                just wear - don´t compare - what matters is that one loves what one is wearing…

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                • BeatleB
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                  I saw these a couple weeks ago = the first and probably last pair of Wolverines that I think are worth buying. If only for the leather…

                  We can do anything

                  http://bybeatle.com

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                    Just saw these in person last week and I must say, they are really incredible!

                    Thorogood for Epaulet Horsehide No. 685 Boot
                    $245
                    http://www.epauletshop.com/servlet/the-768/Thorogood-for-Epaulet-Horsehide/Detail

                    "About Weinbrenner & Thorogood
                    Since 1892, Weinbrenner Shoe Company (manufacturer of the Thorogood brand) has been a leading manufacturer and pioneering force in the American footwear industry, initiating many of the significant safety and job-fitted design elements that are common today. Originally founded in Milwaukee, and now located in Merrill, Wisconsin, Thorogood footwear is the most trusted brand in the uniform and work industry. They manufacture boots for police, firemen, postal works, the NYFD - you name it. As an employee-owned company, Weinbrenner craftsmen work hard to provide hardworking men and women with the best, most comfortable boots and shoes around."

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                    • DougNgD
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                      Dayum

                      Good price too

                      I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                        Dayum

                        Good price too

                        Price is good, company is reputable, shop to purchase is great, and they really look good in person!!!

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                        • DougNgD
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                          @michaeljcr:

                          I've just bought a pair of these from LL Bean:

                          Not as nice a pair of Red Wings, but a lot cheaper and they seem to have a very positive following on Styleforum.

                          Should be with me in about two weeks.

                          M.

                          I have a pair of these and I really like them. They're very comfortable and great for actually doing work in them without having to worry about wrecking them. They take a nice patina over time

                          I have two pairs of RW GT's and I have pretty bad gouges in both.

                          I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                          • michaeljcrM
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                            @DougNg:

                            @michaeljcr:

                            I've just bought a pair of these from LL Bean:

                            Not as nice a pair of Red Wings, but a lot cheaper and they seem to have a very positive following on Styleforum.

                            Should be with me in about two weeks.

                            M.

                            I have a pair of these and I really like them. They're very comfortable and great for actually doing work in them without having to worry about wrecking them. They take a nice patina over time

                            I have two pairs of RW GT's and I have pretty bad gouges in both.

                            Hi Doug

                            That's great to know - it's always a bit of a risk buying boots like this online from another country, but they seem to have a good reputation.  I used to sell outdoor equipment and walking boots etc. and hate not being able to try them on before buying.  They're winging their way to me as I type, I should have them in a week or so.

                            Can I ask what wax/polish/dressing you put on them, if any?

                            Cheers!

                            Michael

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                            • guillaumeG
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                              if i may offer me opinion, i have the epaulet workboot that lando was suggesting and it is top quality. if you are looking for a nice and durable boot id say go with it. the only problem i have with it is traction.
                              also if you are interested in them i suggest you try them on first. they run small (1/2 size)

                              http://www.epauletshop.com/servlet/the-768/Thorogood-for-Epaulet-Horsehide/Detail

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                              • DougNgD
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                                @michaeljcr:

                                @DougNg:

                                @michaeljcr:

                                I've just bought a pair of these from LL Bean:

                                Not as nice a pair of Red Wings, but a lot cheaper and they seem to have a very positive following on Styleforum.

                                Should be with me in about two weeks.

                                M.

                                I have a pair of these and I really like them. They're very comfortable and great for actually doing work in them without having to worry about wrecking them. They take a nice patina over time

                                I have two pairs of RW GT's and I have pretty bad gouges in both.

                                Hi Doug

                                That's great to know - it's always a bit of a risk buying boots like this online from another country, but they seem to have a good reputation.  I used to sell outdoor equipment and walking boots etc. and hate not being able to try them on before buying.  They're winging their way to me as I type, I should have them in a week or so.

                                Can I ask what wax/polish/dressing you put on them, if any?

                                Cheers!

                                Michael

                                Sorry for the slow reply. Somehow this thread escaped me

                                I don't use any treatment on these boots. Some people have used Obenauf's treatment on them with positive results, but I didn't see the point.

                                They will develop a smooth patina on their own with time and wear.

                                I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                                • GilberttG
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                                  any suggestions on a winter boot that does not look like sh*t?  preferebly waterproof

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                                  • BeatleB
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                                    As long as it has Vibram logger sole and the leather is water proof …or do you mean like snow boots ?

                                    We can do anything

                                    http://bybeatle.com

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                                    • BeatleB
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                                      Red Wings are really tough - no probs with salt and snow and muddy trails

                                      http://www.cultizm.com/product_info.php?info=p788_Red-Wing-Boots-8146D-Classic-Moc-Lug-Briar-Oil-Slick.html

                                      We can do anything

                                      http://bybeatle.com

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                                      • GilberttG
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                                        thats more like it!! thanks Beats!

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                                        • injunjackI
                                          injunjack
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                                          or LL Bean Shearling boots, they're top notch for winter

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                                          • GeoG
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                                            very nice indeed - is the shearling removable?
                                            the Seil Marschall's come with a traditional felt liner

                                            Artificial Intelligence is no match for Natural Stupidity

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