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    • AppfaffA
      Appfaff
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      Really diggin the shape and feel of these Morrisons. They are a beast to break in but are getting better everyday.

      What's the consensus on treating the burlap smooth out leather?  Thinking of maybe trying to darken the color just a tad, and I'm guessing since the leather has not be tanned, it could stand to be weather proofed a bit…

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        superfuzz
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        I've seen a lot of pic online of aged smooth burlap and they seem to just darken nicely with wear.

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        • ChrisC
          Chris
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          Mine are in need of a cleaning, but here's what they look like.  I cleaned them once last year, and afterward gave them a light coat of Bick 4.  I left the tongues uncleaned and untreated, for comparison purposes.  When I get around to cleaning and conditioning them again, I can post some more pictures.

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          • AppfaffA
            Appfaff
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            Awesome! Thanks @Chris and @superfuzz

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              Authentic04
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              So glad I went with wescos! Placed the order on December 18th and received them today April 14th. Well worth the wait.

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                Peterpiper
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                Nice.. @Authentic04 What are the build specs? and a few more pics please..

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                  Authentic04
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                  Leather Configuration: Single Tone
                  Rough Out Configuration: No
                  Toe Vamp Leather: Brown Smooth
                  Counter Leather: Brown Smooth
                  Upper (Shaft) Leather: Burgundy Domain
                  Lace Design: Semi Lace to toe
                  Height: 8"
                  Thread Color (upper): White
                  Leather Liner: No Thanks
                  Hardware: Brass Eyes & Hooks
                  Midsole: Single
                  Leather Half Slip: Yes please
                  Edge: Brown
                  Heel Lifts: Standard
                  Sole: Vibram 430 Mini Vib
                  Outsole Stitching color: White
                  Steel Toe: No Thanks
                  Toe Cap: No Thanks

                  I ended up ditching the half slip. I'll most likely do a double mid sole and full lace to toe next time. Overall I'm 100% satisfied with my choices.

                  They've been on my feet for over an hour with no problems.

                  Can anyone comment on wesco shoe fit compared to the jobmasters? I'd like to get a pair of shoes.

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                  • AppfaffA
                    Appfaff
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                    The multiple different shades of indigo and black denim paired with black marks from my boot jack convinced me to throw caution to the wind and go ahead and dub the burlap smooth out.  I Left the top of the boot untreated, cause I figured I could always do it later.

                    Anyways, the color turned out pretty cool! Still a nice lighter brown shade, but now more of a honey color. I dig it.



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                      While I like the untreated, I actually think I like them better post.

                      Bourbon: because living in Kentucky just makes you want to drink

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                      • tmgT
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                        Yep, that's an improvement, and you could easily leave the top untreated and let it colour naturally

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                        • mahlon321M
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                          I'd have left them alone personally, but they look great with the contrast now! Nice boots sir. 🙂

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                          • 4c4
                            4c
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                            So many nice boots in this thread recently.

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                            • FinksterF
                              Finkster
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                              Though, I prefer the pure burlap RO  .. I must admit - good job & nice 2tone look  @Appfaff

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                              • AppfaffA
                                Appfaff
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                                Thanks guys!  I love the untreated burlap, but I think I would prefer it on a pair of Foot Patrols (so the laces could provide contrast) or done in rough out when done as a pull on boot as the texture provides the nice dimension to the color.  If I ever do a custom build, I'll probably do a Boss with Burlap Rough out base and black top half.

                                The color did mellow a bit overnight:

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                                • neph93N
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                                  They're looking really nice, man. I'd have them as summer boots (you know, if summer was a thing where I live 😃 ).

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                                  «Stevie Heighway on the wing!
                                  We had dreams, and songs to sing…»

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                                  • AppfaffA
                                    Appfaff
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                                    That's my plan!

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                                    • Dylansboss2D
                                      Dylansboss2
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                                      What size did you order, I can help you with a recommendation!

                                      @Authentic04:

                                      Leather Configuration: Single Tone
                                      Rough Out Configuration: No
                                      Toe Vamp Leather: Brown Smooth
                                      Counter Leather: Brown Smooth
                                      Upper (Shaft) Leather: Burgundy Domain
                                      Lace Design: Semi Lace to toe
                                      Height: 8"
                                      Thread Color (upper): White
                                      Leather Liner: No Thanks
                                      Hardware: Brass Eyes & Hooks
                                      Midsole: Single
                                      Leather Half Slip: Yes please
                                      Edge: Brown
                                      Heel Lifts: Standard
                                      Sole: Vibram 430 Mini Vib
                                      Outsole Stitching color: White
                                      Steel Toe: No Thanks
                                      Toe Cap: No Thanks

                                      I ended up ditching the half slip. I'll most likely do a double mid sole and full lace to toe next time. Overall I'm 100% satisfied with my choices.

                                      They've been on my feet for over an hour with no problems.

                                      Can anyone comment on wesco shoe fit compared to the jobmasters? I'd like to get a pair of shoes.

                                      Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk

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                                      • BeerhammerB
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                                        @Chris:

                                        Is red leather lining dead for good @Chris at Wesco? I noticed its not on the new builder…

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                                          Authentic04
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                                          @Chris:

                                          What size did you order, I can help you with a recommendation!

                                          @Authentic04:

                                          Leather Configuration: Single Tone
                                          Rough Out Configuration: No
                                          Toe Vamp Leather: Brown Smooth
                                          Counter Leather: Brown Smooth
                                          Upper (Shaft) Leather: Burgundy Domain
                                          Lace Design: Semi Lace to toe
                                          Height: 8"
                                          Thread Color (upper): White
                                          Leather Liner: No Thanks
                                          Hardware: Brass Eyes & Hooks
                                          Midsole: Single
                                          Leather Half Slip: Yes please
                                          Edge: Brown
                                          Heel Lifts: Standard
                                          Sole: Vibram 430 Mini Vib
                                          Outsole Stitching color: White
                                          Steel Toe: No Thanks
                                          Toe Cap: No Thanks

                                          I ended up ditching the half slip. I'll most likely do a double mid sole and full lace to toe next time. Overall I'm 100% satisfied with my choices.

                                          They've been on my feet for over an hour with no problems.

                                          Can anyone comment on wesco shoe fit compared to the jobmasters? I'd like to get a pair of shoes.

                                          Sent from my SM-G920T using Tapatalk

                                          I ordered a 10EEE they may be a touch wide but it's making the break in easier! I usually get a lot of pressure on my instep but I don't have any in these.

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                                          • BroarkB
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                                            Anyone have any recommendations or experience with the JH Classics?
                                            I've been looking for an oxford like casual shoe I can wear daily when it's warmer out and I've seen some of the makeups from Wesco Japan and they look pretty sweet. I like what I've seen with the White's oxford for Bakers, but I really want some Wescos.
                                            Still need to order my Walking Boots as well, but that'll have to wait until this summer so I have them by the time the summer has gone away.
                                            I'm thinking lace to toe, Vibram 1010 sole but I'm undecided on leather. Thinking maybe redwood rough out, brown or brown domain rough out or either of those in their smooth side versions too…
                                            Also weird question: could these be worn without socks?

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