Oak Street Bootmakers

[madmonday]

@LandoCal126:

Hear there are some serious goodies in the works…

Hmmmm

Any way, as promised here is my Vibram Camp Boot.

Photo overload for anyone waiting out that rough six weeks:

yes, yes picture overload, but i figured this is the next best thing to checking them out in your local store.  Only thing you are missing is the gorgeous feel of the leather & that new leather smell.

**six weeks go by really quickly

[jacoavlu]

good on ya Monday

[Seul]

Lovely pics, monday… Hopefully a likewise post made by me in a couple of weeks!..

[rocket]

the pics let virtual smell the leather and that would be my size, have to check flights to NYC…

[mankarat]

you makes me wanna a Brown one also.. Never enough with this shoes…  Just asking, in case i could fit 10.5 just nice. Is it possible to take a plunge on size 10? will they stretch to fit my feet? I'm asking this because George have size 10 available in Brown with Vibram sole... i want that!

[jimmy]

from monday's post there is no lining at all? :-\

[LandoCal126 0]

@jimmy:

from monday's post there is no lining at all? :-\

None of the OSB's are. Doesn't matter though, they break in brilliantly!!!

[oakstbootmakers]

Hey guys,
It's absolutely wonderful to see that so many of you have decided to choose Oak Street.  We're new to the game, and are trying to deliver a truly exceptional product at the most accessible price-point possible.  Thank you for noticing how special these are, and the subtle differences that set us apart.  Our craftsmanship is second to none - our team works so incredibly hard to make the absolute best shoes for you all.

Thank you again guys

George Vlagos
Founder / Design Director
Oak Street Bootmakers

[LandoCal126 0]

@LandoCal126:

Hey oakstbootmakers (George), can you suggest the best re-soling option for a pair of trail Oxfords? At the rate I am wearing them I am going to have to get a new set by the end of Summer. Not likely that you all do that service. Just figured you might have some favorite places in major cities for all of us. Cheers and keep up the good work! Hear there are some serious goodies in the works…

George, think you skipped this but wondering if you could weigh in? Thank you so much!

[jimmy]

I have no doubt these shoes are top quality and wears beautifully but I am just curious to know that why you guys decided to not line your shoes? I just can't think of a reason not to besides cost factor.

[oakstbootmakers]

Lando!
We do resole!  When it's time to resole them, send them back to us and we'll take care of you.  The fact that your shoes can be 'factory' resoled is definitely one of the perks of buying Oak Streets.  In the years to come, whenever your shoes need this service we will gladly care for them, and send them back to you good as new.

Jimmy - thank you for the kind words!  When I was designing this first Oak Street collection I really found no need to line the shoes.  Chromexcel is such a strong leather, that lining for extra 'stand-up' was absolutely not necessary.  I did line the navy blue strap loafer, as this was a dressier shoe.

It was definitely a preference, and one that I think most of our customers prefer.

The lack of lining further allows for a better breathing shoe, ultimately supporting a longer life of the shoe.

Thanks so much everyone,

George Vlagos
Founder / Design Director
Oak Street Bootmakers

[SimonQ.]

not sure why you want a lining  especially for a summer shoe - but let me tell you that these are awesome the way they are designed and i havn´t though one second about the (missing) lining so far and sure wont..

[Giles]

+1 and I had been wondering how these were such comfy boots, I think part of the reason is the lack of lining, they do breathe extremely well and my feet just do not get hot in them….

[LandoCal126 0]

Thank you for your answer George! I am very excited to know that I can send them back to you guys to do it right! Cheers

[Seul]

@oakstbootmakers:

In the years to come, whenever your shoes need this service we will gladly care for them, and send them back to you good as new.

Boom - how cool is this right here?.. IH mentality… 

[SimonQ.]

not sure how long the soles last but anyway - iam wearing them so much that i definitely need resoling in some months ^^

great shoes! (i asked that before: how about some shell? ;)))

[madmonday]

I was impressed when I read Oak Street Bootmakers do resoles as well, great customer service & product.  Can't wait to see what else they have coming down the pike.

[jimmy]

Thanks for answering my question! Obviously doesn't apply here but the reasons for lining moccasins [don't know about boots] because originally most people wear it without socks so for comfit it cover the seams, adds padding and draws sweat away from feet.

[eseanyang]

I really want to buy one of these in a couple of weeks, however they do not accept paypal unfortunately, anyone can do a proxy for me?

[Seul]

Well - what credit card do you use your PP acct with?.. Ask George whether he/ OSB accepts that'un perhaps?..