• Home
  • Recent
  • Calendar
  • Register
  • Login
  • Home
  • Recent
  • Calendar
  • Register
  • Login
Iron Heart Forum
Iron Heart Forum

New Iron Heart Website - Live Now - Feedback and Bug Report Here Please!

Show us your boots

Footwear
460
4.2k
1.8m
Loading More Posts
  • Oldest to Newest
  • Newest to Oldest
  • Most Votes
Reply
  • Reply as topic
Log in to reply
This topic has been deleted. Only users with topic management privileges can see it.
  • J
    John Galt
    啓蒙家
    Joined: 5 Sept 2021

    @Luijim78 Nice!! When given the opportunity, could you add sizes to each as comparison between the different brands and lasts? Also, can you provide any worthwhile differences to note if going to purchase another pair - I.e. Wesco Mr. Lou vs Redwing. Thanks in advance! John

    No one’s happiness but my own is in my power to achieve or to destroy.

    last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 12:34 L 1 Reply Last reply 17 Feb 2024, 13:04 Reply Quote 2
    • L
      Luijim78
      啓蒙家
      @John Galt
      Joined: 19 Aug 2022

      @John-Galt certainly, I start from the fact that I have a fairly "normal" foot as regards the width and the instep, I am a standard D sole and the length is 26/27cm therefore a size 8 or 8.5 D. I start from the Role Club, the Horse Horween is slightly stiffer and thicker than the Wesco 100 anniversary pair (definitely the most comfortable and softest pair since the first day I have). They are a US size 9D and fit a little bigger than the Mr Lou in Black Maryam of the same size. The Mr Lous are the narrowest and most precise in this 9D size. The Attraction lot.444 are also size 9D and have a fit very similar to that of the Role Club, the sole is much wider than the Mr Lou, they are made with Maryam horsebutt leather like the Wesco but unlike these the latter dye is made in Japan by the brand, this makes them much less tenacious and the Teacore and the collapse of the tip much easier and faster. The Wesco Van Cleef III are model 7500 (the Mr Lou are 7600) and size 9E. They are the widest I have and I can compare their fit to a pair of Red Wing 2268 PT.99 size 9.5d that I wear very little and didn't include in the photos in the post. The Wesco anniversary 100 (boss model) are size 8.5D, in this case the soft and buttery leather makes the difference. They are very comfortable and are the only ones that I can wear with every pair of jeans including the 777 size 28 with 16cm openings, the Teacore is immediate and the comfort is incredible. Finally, the Red Wing 9268 and 8268 are both size 8.5. The first ones are exactly my size, fit and shape similar to Wesco Anniversary but differ in softness and comfort. Every time I take off my left boot I risk skinning my foot 😣. Naturally the Klondike leather is very cool, even in this case the daughters of The appear quickly, but even after years of use they are still as stiff as winter (not the Italian one which is now around 20 degrees 😔). Finally, the 8268, are my second pair and both pt.05, with the lace on the high ankle, the Abilene rought out leather is very beautiful as well as prone to staining, changing shape and expanding in a short time. They are size 8.5 but after a few months you may have to wear an insole because they will feel very or too loose. I hope that with my terrible English I was able to give some useful information. I apologize if I wasn't able to be clear, if you need other photos, measurements or anything else just ask (I'm only speaking with the little experience I have, if I've written inaccuracies or bullshit please correct me calmly). Have a good weekend everyone 😀

      last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 13:04 G 1 Reply Last reply 17 Feb 2024, 13:10 Reply Quote 7
      • G
        goosehd
        Mod Squad
        @Luijim78
        Joined: 8 Apr 2016

        @Luijim78 Excellent response and feedback! Thank you 🙂

        "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

        last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 13:10 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 3
        • D
          Dmart
          啓蒙家
          Joined: 24 Mar 2021

          I just got my holy grail…

          IMG_4544.jpeg

          last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 13:45 G 1 Reply Last reply 17 Feb 2024, 13:51 Reply Quote 5
          • G
            goosehd
            Mod Squad
            @Dmart
            Joined: 8 Apr 2016

            @Dmart very nice!!! Details please 🙂

            "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

            last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 13:51 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
            • D
              Dmart
              啓蒙家
              Joined: 24 Mar 2021

              Lucchese handmade classics in caiman belly. Cut out my kidney for these but they will be worn on my wedding 🥰

              last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 13:53 G 1 Reply Last reply 17 Feb 2024, 13:57 Reply Quote 3
              • G
                goosehd
                Mod Squad
                @Dmart
                Joined: 8 Apr 2016

                @Dmart …and hopefully your funeral after a very long life! They are gorgeous 🙂

                "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

                last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 13:57 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 2
                • G
                  goosehd
                  Mod Squad
                  Joined: 8 Apr 2016

                  …and to clarify in case it sounds wrong, I hope that you and those boots have a very long and enjoyable life together.

                  They are truly a worthy grail!

                  "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

                  last edited by goosehd 17 Feb 2024, 14:03 D 1 Reply Last reply 17 Feb 2024, 14:17 Reply Quote 1
                  • D
                    Dmart
                    啓蒙家
                    @goosehd
                    Joined: 24 Mar 2021

                    @goosehd haha don’t worry, didn’t get that wrong. And thanks a lot.

                    last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 14:17 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
                    • J
                      John Galt
                      啓蒙家
                      Joined: 5 Sept 2021

                      @Luijim78 Thank you much my friend for the very detailed response - very greatly appreciate your feedback on the various brands and appreciating your collection/rotation. In terms of engineers, I currently have four pairs of Wesco - three Mr. Lou and one 7500 - and another Mr. Lou on order. I measure a 9.5D and wear a 9E in the Mr. Lou and a 9D in the 7500. I’d like to venture into other brands, but I’m Leary of the sizing when placing orders that are not easily returned if sizing doesn’t work out, especially with after having the Wesco sizing dialed in. Thus, greatly appreciate when someone like yourself that has experience across numerous brands can provide details and insight. I may have some questions in the future and again want to thank you for taking the time for so much detail. Btw - your English was great, probably better than mine. John

                      No one’s happiness but my own is in my power to achieve or to destroy.

                      last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 14:18 L 1 Reply Last reply 17 Feb 2024, 18:05 Reply Quote 2
                      • M
                        Mizmazzle
                        見習いボス
                        @Luijim78
                        Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                        @Luijim78 hell of a collection!! Which engineers are your most comfortable?

                        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 17 Feb 2024, 17:19 L 1 Reply Last reply 17 Feb 2024, 18:12 Reply Quote 1
                        • M
                          Mizmazzle
                          見習いボス
                          Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                          Birthday gift come early!!
                          Viberg Pachena Bays

                          IMG_4847.jpeg
                          IMG_4848.jpeg
                          IMG_4834.jpeg

                          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 17 Feb 2024, 17:21 S 1 Reply Last reply 18 Feb 2024, 12:30 Reply Quote 9
                          • L
                            Luijim78
                            啓蒙家
                            @John Galt
                            Joined: 19 Aug 2022

                            @John-Galt thank you so much mate, whenever you want it will be a pleasure

                            last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 18:05 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                            • L
                              Luijim78
                              啓蒙家
                              @Mizmazzle
                              Joined: 19 Aug 2022

                              @Mizmazzle undoubtedly, due to the shape and type of leather and softness, the Wesco Anniversary are the most comfortable, also because I can fit them into all jeans, even those with the narrowest opening. Slightly below are Role Clubs (although perhaps I'm a little conditioned by the fact that I love them and that they make them perfect or almost perfect for me). With the Mr Lou I had some problems with the tip of my left foot, but after some time they became quite comfortable even if still hard and very black 😀. The others in the rotation, being wider, "slip" a little on their heels.

                              last edited by Luijim78 17 Feb 2024, 18:12 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
                              • O
                                Odin43
                                Raw and Unwashed
                                Joined: 4 Sept 2023

                                Those are sweet @Mizmazzle !!

                                last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 18:22 M 1 Reply Last reply 17 Feb 2024, 19:27 Reply Quote 1
                                • G
                                  gazza61
                                  Raw and Unwashed
                                  Joined: 12 Feb 2023

                                  20240217_184444.jpg

                                  last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 18:55 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 4
                                  • M
                                    Mizmazzle
                                    見習いボス
                                    @Odin43
                                    Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                                    @Odin43 thanks sir!! I plan to hike the world in them!!

                                    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 17 Feb 2024, 19:27 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 2
                                    • O
                                      oldsoulguy56
                                      Raw and Unwashed
                                      @Jepanic
                                      Joined: 20 Feb 2023

                                      @Jepanic said in Show us your boots:

                                      ROLLING DUB TRIO
                                      S&S X RDT ROOTS 11" ENGINEER BOOT - NATURAL HORSEBUTT

                                      IMG_4369.JPG IMG_4368.JPG IMG_4367.JPG

                                      last edited by 17 Feb 2024, 22:17 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 7
                                      • S
                                        SKT
                                        見習いボス
                                        @Mizmazzle
                                        Joined: 26 Aug 2019

                                        @Mizmazzle the new boots are awesome and happy early birthday man! Don’t tell me this means you’re gonna retire your moc toe hikers

                                        last edited by 18 Feb 2024, 12:30 M 1 Reply Last reply 18 Feb 2024, 14:07 Reply Quote 0
                                        • M
                                          Mizmazzle
                                          見習いボス
                                          @SKT
                                          Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                                          @SKT thanks man. I know, so many mixed emotions regarding the retiring of the mocs. I don’t want to, but I’m trying to think of when and where they’ll fit into rotational need. The mocs were my first proper boot after graduating from Timberlands. They’re like, family!! Haha. They aren’t going anywhere, but think they may be playing a much smaller role moving forward.

                                          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 18 Feb 2024, 14:07 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 2
                                          3633 out of 4202
                                          • First post
                                            3633/4202
                                            Last post
                                          Copyright Iron Heart 2022.