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Iron Heart Fall/Winter 2025 Live Reveal - Thursday 12th of June at 1700BST

Red Wing Iron Rangers Patina

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    TheKingHarvest
    Joined: 12 Mar 2022

    Recently picked up some iron rangers while I wait for my boots from Brian the Boot Maker (3 year wait list  :D)
    Love em so far.

    last edited by 13 Mar 2022, 14:59 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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      chrisjohnnick
      Iron Heart Deity
      Joined: 7 Jan 2021

      Next up for me is picking up some Black Iron Rangers. Waiting for a nicely used pair of 8084's to come my way. I keep seeing 8114's or whatever they are called, but I want the lugged sole.

      Wants List:
      IHSH-20-Red, XL
      IHSH-208-Indigo Kersey, L-XL
      IHSH-254-Grey Kersey, L-XL
      IHSW-45 Black, M
      IH-526SV 21oz type III, 38 or 40
      IH-777S-SB size 32
      IH-777S-142 size 31 or 32

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        weftyarn
        Iron Heart Deity
        Joined: 8 Nov 2020

        Another one from 10/2020 after a fresh cleanup:

        @chrisjohnnick A black Ranger is something I’d also love 🙌🏼

        Use it or lose it.

        last edited by 13 Mar 2022, 15:50 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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          RoxRocks86
          Raw and Unwashed
          Joined: 2 Mar 2018

          Love the way amber harness leather wears in. Great patina on your boots @Mizmazzle @weftyarn

          Just gave these a little bit of tlc

          last edited by 13 Mar 2022, 18:06 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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            Mizmazzle
            見習いボス
            Joined: 29 Jun 2021

            Great looking boot fellas!! I’ve learned that just using a brush only and no cream really gives the boots a cool luster and keeps the indigo transfer and scuffing intact. The brush helps move the oils in the leather from the hydrated spots to the dry spots. Sorta pulls the oils from deep in the leather.

            In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...

            last edited by 13 Mar 2022, 22:51 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              Mizmazzle
              見習いボス
              Joined: 29 Jun 2021

              @RoxRocks86 those IR are looking really buttery. I got my girl some Trumans for Christmas. She loves them!! I think I’ve shown her the light a bit in terms of this denim/ leather appreciation we all share. Kinda wondering, were there any memorable staple pieces you found early on in your collecting that might inspire her even more?

              In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...

              last edited by 14 Mar 2022, 02:07 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                RoxRocks86
                Raw and Unwashed
                Joined: 2 Mar 2018

                @Mizmazzle lucky girl! Hopefully showing her the light won’t turn this seemingly innocent interest into a full blown addiction like it has to all of us. It’s really like opening a can of worms with all that’s available.

                Has she ventured into denim yet? Not sure if you’re looking for suggestions with jackets, shirts, bottoms or all of the above, but I will preface by admitting to not having explored much outside of IH and most of my experience with denim is bottoms. My first pair of denim were IH-777-14oz. They were the gateway drug into the heavier stuff. The good stuff. Which lead to the discovery of 21oz denim. I think 21oz denim makes a great addition to any wardrobe. It’s a staple in mines that’s for sure. It’s weight and weave makes it versatile for warm and cold climates, there’s a bit of give so movement isn’t constricted (the stretch version probably even more so), and it even starts off somewhat soft and comfortable which only means it’ll get more comfortable and more soft with each wash and wear.

                As for leather goods, besides boots does she like belts? There’s leather craftsmen such as Pigeon Tree Crafting or Bweiss Leather who do made to order belts as well as other hand made goods such as wallets and bags amongst other things.

                Not sure if I touched on anything you were inquiring about, but if there’s anything specific lmk or maybe the gals and guys around here have additional words of wisdom to expound on.

                last edited by 14 Mar 2022, 07:33 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                  the246guy
                  Haraki san Prodigy
                  Joined: 8 May 2016

                  Looking at all these IR pictures with those beautiful Patina, I starting to miss my 8085 that I lost to the floods last summer. I have my Truman in waxed flesh that I'm enjoying. But it is lovely to see your IR's doing some good service to all you!

                  IH-555N | IH-666S-21 | IH-777D | IH-666 XHS | IHG-035 | IHB-06 | IH-721-KHA
                  IHSH-251 | IHSH-07 | IHSH-246 * 2

                  last edited by 14 Mar 2022, 10:33 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                    Mizmazzle
                    見習いボス
                    Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                    @RoxRocks86 thanks for the input! She also has some Raleigh Denim jeans and an Imogene and Willie denim jacket. I think she’s looking to add some shirts to her rotation. I absolutely love the IH 21oz denim (obviously 🤣) but not sure she’s ready for something that heavy. Or at least she “thinks” she may not be ready haha.

                    In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...

                    last edited by 14 Mar 2022, 16:06 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                      Oaktavia
                      見習いボス
                      Joined: 12 Jun 2019

                      Seeing these nice posts and photos makes me happy I held onto my pair of 8111 and 8083. I have been wearing only my Wescos but I knew it would be good to keep my RWs too!

                      IG: electricindigowizard

                      "Possibly splitting hairs, but I consider @Oaktavia to be the beardy, dank High Magus of this denim game…" @neph93

                      WTB: IHJ-72- XL/XXL

                      last edited by 14 Mar 2022, 17:18 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        Dmart
                        啓蒙家
                        Joined: 24 Mar 2021

                        Same here. Still have my 8111 and 8083. Iron rangers, like for many others, basically were my entry into the world of boots. I still like and wear them sometimes, but most of the time I wear my Engineers.

                        last edited by 14 Mar 2022, 19:36 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                          Mizmazzle
                          見習いボス
                          Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                          Once my Wescos come (mid April they’re telling me!!) these may not see the light of day for awhile. Or my other RWs either. I told them I’d never forget them. They’ll always be my first 😂

                          In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...

                          last edited by 14 Mar 2022, 23:00 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                            TelemarkTumalo
                            Haraki san Student
                            Joined: 10 Oct 2022

                            Mine don't have so many miles, but just back from the cobbler after a tune up.

                            last edited by 13 Nov 2022, 04:09 Hajduk 0H 1 Reply Last reply 21 Jan 2024, 22:30 Reply Quote 2
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                              Mizmazzle
                              見習いボス
                              Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                              Whoot!!! @TelemarkTumalo those mid soles are looking quite sexy! Real nice work on the resole work up. Where’d ya get that done? I’d love to resole a couple old pair I have.

                              In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...

                              last edited by 13 Nov 2022, 06:30 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                TelemarkTumalo
                                Haraki san Student
                                Joined: 10 Oct 2022

                                Thanks @Mizmazzle.  The recraft was done by Wyatt & Dad in North Carolina.  https://wyattanddad.com/

                                They are incredibly nice folks to work with.  Quality work and excellent communication.  They basically used the OEM footbed, but replace the cork and a new veg tan leather midsole.  They also replace the paperboard heel seat with leather and then build a leather heel stack.  The recraft does add some weight to the boot with all of that leather, but the boots just feel more solid.  The new sole provides a bit more cushioning as well.

                                last edited by 13 Nov 2022, 15:35 M 1 Reply Last reply 21 Jan 2024, 01:35 Reply Quote 0
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                                  weftyarn
                                  Iron Heart Deity
                                  Joined: 8 Nov 2020

                                  Love that resole job @TelemarkTumalo 👍🏽

                                  Use it or lose it.

                                  last edited by 18 Nov 2022, 07:18 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                  • Daniel SanD
                                    Daniel San
                                    見習いボス
                                    Joined: 2 May 2020

                                    @weftyarn
                                    Had my Rangers pimped by Ingo Keller in Köln / Cologne , the Red Wing cobbler Master .
                                    He did a awesome job, al my others will be pimped too 😎

                                    last edited by 23 Nov 2022, 17:51 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                      weftyarn
                                      Iron Heart Deity
                                      Joined: 8 Nov 2020

                                      They look phenomenal @Daniel San 👌🏾

                                      I can only second Ingo being an absolute master at what he does. Once had my Zeha Sneakers resoled by him. Impeccable job!

                                      Use it or lose it.

                                      last edited by 23 Nov 2022, 18:21 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                        tody
                                        啓蒙家
                                        Joined: 24 Feb 2021

                                        As we're on the topic of the skills of Ingo - I live only 10 minutes from his workshop. It's always great to go there on a saturday, bring a pair of shoes in, have a look at all of his work and especially the machinery. A little bit like the teaser videos from Alex and Haraki on instagram, it is really interesting to see these vintage machines still being used for highly skilled work.

                                        last edited by 23 Nov 2022, 21:40 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                        • Daniel SanD
                                          Daniel San
                                          見習いボス
                                          Joined: 2 May 2020

                                          And he is a super nice guy, talked a few times to him on the phone. 👍
                                          did he normal repairs for you, or some "upgrades" too?

                                          last edited by 23 Nov 2022, 22:24 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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