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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 advanceAll 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….
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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
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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…
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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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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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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.
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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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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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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.
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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 ?
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Red Wings are really tough - no probs with salt and snow and muddy trails
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From WAYWT:
@Seul:I'll check with them where those were produced - not buying if it is indeed India…
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Little research learns this:
someotherstyle said…
Grenson shoes are no longer made in England. The got rid of the "Rose" and "Masterpiece" collections, which were still made in England. Now, they're mostly made in India. Tom Little bought the company in 2010.Who knows, he may bring back a few of the English made models.
That's bad news indeed
I kind of suspected as much when I saw the price. Looks like I won't be buying Grenson any more.
