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    Matt
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    Joined: 4 Oct 2011

    Do any of you have an opinion on lace length?  These are very long and have to wrap around the ankle once.  I’m inclined to cut them but wanted to ask here first in case the extra length could serve a purpose I didn’t think of.

    last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 01:03 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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      SKT
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      Joined: 26 Aug 2019

      Don’t know about the laces but I’m happy to hear about the sizing. I did an order with Baker’s and went with RW sizing as well. Still nervous but less so now. How’s the arch feel?

      last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 01:21 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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        Matt
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        Not bad at all.  If I had sized down I don’t think it would have hit my arch the right way so if you do end up with extra toe room keep the arch length in mind.  @Nik provided some excellent guidance on how to analyze a Brannock measurement.  He told me to go with the longer of the two lengths between foot length and heel to arch length.  I went 1/2 down from that and got right where I needed to be.  But don’t let that confuse you further.  Same as your RW should be good.

        last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 01:46 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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          Bums_Fan
          Iron Heart Deity
          Joined: 23 Dec 2012

          Not an opinion, more like a personal preference.  I always have enough lace length to wrap around the top of my boots one time.

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          last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 02:27 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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            Bums_Fan
            Iron Heart Deity
            Joined: 23 Dec 2012

            Adding to my previous post above…Wrapping the laces around does create patina on teacore, CXL, and rough out leathers.  Most will never see it, but it still looks cool!

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            last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 02:38 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              Matt
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              Joined: 4 Oct 2011

              Thanks!

              last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 03:28 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                Nik
                Raw and Unwashed
                Joined: 12 Nov 2020

                Glad you snagged that awesome pair @Matt they look great and pleased that sizing worked out. That roughout is going to keep getting better and better and looks indestructible on that LTT pattern. How do you feel about the high arch?
                For the long laces I got annoyed with the time out takes to wrap and cut them shorter. The boots still work. I think they look cool long and wrapped, but when Chicken needs a walk, it is time to go.

                last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 09:12 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                  Kirk
                  Haraki san Prodigy
                  Joined: 16 Jun 2021

                  Hell yeah @Matt ! Boots look great and stoked you’re pleased with them. They even arrived a few days early.

                  I recall reading the leather laces tend to breakdown easily so preserving the length might give your more mileage if they rip. Just a thought.

                  we’re trying our best

                  last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 16:12 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                    sabergirl
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                    Joined: 4 Oct 2013

                    Dude, those are such good-looking boots. I was surprised they languished away in the sales thread so long. Great score, Matt

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                    last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 16:25 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                      Matt
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                      Joined: 4 Oct 2011

                      Thanks guys.  They are pretty great and I’m really excited they found their way to me.

                      I still have a pair of Cutters coming though so I’m working on how to trick Katie into believing they are the same pair.  😃

                      last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 17:58 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        Matt
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                        Joined: 4 Oct 2011

                        @Kirk ive heard the same.  I was planning on getting an extra xtra pair from White's or Bakers at some point.

                        last edited by 18 Dec 2022, 18:33 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                          SKT
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                          Joined: 26 Aug 2019

                          Boot check @Matt … how are those Bounty Hunters treating you and did they come with some kilties?

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                            Matt
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                            Joined: 4 Oct 2011

                            Excellent.  Breaking in nicely. My normal RW moc toe size was perfect.  They came with kilties but I don’t use them.  I’m not wearing them today but I’ll get some pics up soon.  Waiting patently for my C350 Cutters.

                            last edited by 11 Jan 2023, 16:45 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                              SKT
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                              Joined: 26 Aug 2019

                              That’s great to hear. Definitely get some pics if you find the time. Same boat as you with the waiting. Hope it’s faster than expected!

                              last edited by 11 Jan 2023, 16:57 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                Matt
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                                @SKT quick and dirty…

                                last edited by 12 Jan 2023, 15:52 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                  SKT
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                                  Joined: 26 Aug 2019

                                  Damn those look good and that roughout is sooo nice. Thanks for the update!

                                  last edited by 12 Jan 2023, 15:55 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                    Matt
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                                    Joined: 4 Oct 2011

                                    Thanks man.  I’ll f I hadn’t already ordered the burgundy ones I’d have been perfectly content with these.  But you know… 😎

                                    last edited by 12 Jan 2023, 19:16 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                      spaniarddh
                                      Raw and Unwashed
                                      Joined: 18 Apr 2021

                                      So gorgeous @Matt

                                      Enviado desde mi SM-N975F mediante Tapatalk

                                      last edited by 12 Jan 2023, 22:55 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                      • jordanscollectedJ
                                        jordanscollected
                                        啓蒙家
                                        Joined: 13 Nov 2018

                                        Question for anyone with knowledge on the subject. My White's MP's have the leather foot bed just floating in the boot and i have to place them every time i wear them. They fit from the heel about 3/4 of the way of the foot and are cut diagonally for some reason. Obviously the adhesive came loose. I have shoe goo, but my short google search came with "use shoe goo" and "don't use shoe goo" so i'm back at square one.

                                        anyone have a tip on how i should reapply these?

                                        Also, I could have probably sized down 1/2 size (maybe 1/4 size in actuality) and i've considered an insert for comfort over prolonged wear. Has anyone added inserts to their boots and have a recommendation over the endless options online? Red wing makes a leather insole with some padding but at $50 it has some sketch reviews.

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                                        last edited by 16 Jan 2023, 21:59 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                        • krebsyK
                                          krebsy
                                          Haraki san Student
                                          Joined: 12 Nov 2021

                                          I had one of those leather pieces come loose in my pair of semi dress. I just used whatever glue I had handy. I'm sure shoe goo would be fine. A few dabs worked for me, just be sure to press them back in firmly and give them a day or so to dry fully.

                                          For insoles, I like Spenco Rx if you need to fill some volume. Pedag makes some nice options in various materials including some thinner stuff. Just be aware an insole will raise your foot in the shoe. You'll lose some room over your toes and instep, and the heel fit may change somewhat.

                                          Looks like denim truly is the fabric of our salvation.

                                          last edited by 16 Jan 2023, 23:01 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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