Ship John
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@Bobcat-Sig after speaking with Chris awhile back I warm soak almost all of my engineers when I get them to help the break in period quicken up. For me I just need the instep to loosen up and it’s always done the trick without any issues. Enjoy the boots man they look great
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@Denimhead-0 @northsouthdenimguy Thanks, fellas. I'm stoked to not only find these, but finally figure out a model and size that works. These particular boots will take some work to break and get comfortable, but I know it's worth it. The roughout is just so cool!
@hgering27 said in Ship John:
@Bobcat-Sig after speaking with Chris awhile back I warm soak almost all of my engineers when I get them to help the break in period quicken up. For me I just need the instep to loosen up and it’s always done the trick without any issues. Enjoy the boots man they look great
He recommended the same, stating that their steel shank keeps the boots where they need to be, despite the warm water, and may other influencers (and I use that term loosely) saying that it's a bad idea.
I've never done a warm soak before - I just stubbornly grind it out until the boot breaks in. So my question: what's your process for a warm soak? Just hot water, drain, and wear to dry? Or shove my foot in the warm water? I know; dumb questions, but asking so others don't have to...
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@Bobcat-Sig I fill them up with warm water about 3/4 to the top, I let them sit for about 30 minutes, then I wear them the entire day. At the end of the day I let them air dry until the following morning. I’ve done it with leather and rough out both resulting in better fits. It just helps them mold a little bit more to your foot. It’s one of those things that feels wrong to do, but I’ve done it time and time again without any issues
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@hgering27 Do you empty them out before putting them on?
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@Mister_Brue hahaha yes, yes I do
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I usually pour in a nice “Japanese clear Soup”, but only for about 30 seconds because you definitely don’t want it to cool off too much. It ruins the taste.
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@Gianny-Boy Yes, I saw this too. I think they’ll fly out.
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Thanks for the heads up. I was going to ask this question the other day when we thought they might be dropping… I want the brass but I guess it’ll go super quick when it finally drops
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@Gianny-Boy yeah I heard Mike talking on one of the most recent lives the silver we’re going up on the site.
I have my eyes on the brass but guessing it will go very fast. It’s been gone a long time and now coming back 2.0, my gut feeling says it’s gonna be hot
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finally managed to snag a second hand wills!.....went for a size large and it fits perfectly, with enough room to get a hoodie/UHF underneath, so very pleased with it.......I am really liking the quality and fit of the ship John stuff, (and the gold hardware they use too) - definitely worth trying to get your mitts on one
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@Darth-fader did you get it at the sale over this past weekend? those spun button snaps are really nice.
i couldn't wait for the next batch order nor do i want to pay over a G on used market so i ended up ordering a Tin Duck.
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@dugafola I got it second hand online, but it’s in great condition and was a good price - I haven’t had much luck trying to buy things new from ship John directly as the demand is always too high and I am too slow…..but really happy I finally managed to pick one up
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@Darth-fader Very nice! How’s the sizing on those? true to size?
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@Darth-fader nice! i'm on their mailing list. missed out on the Townes sashiko though...that was a bummmer.
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@Denimhead-0 yeah, I would say so, I am usually a large and it pretty much fits like a glove
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@Darth-fader curious to hear how you like it after some wear. If it’s a “all the time jacket” or because of it’s weight just for special occasion
Feels like a lot of Wills owners just have it as a collective piece in the closet, because of its hype and rareness. But would be cool to see and hear about people’s opinions that actually wears it hard and often🫶
It’s a cool jacket, definitely one I have on the wish list for sure!
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@mecken88 I have one of the dry wax Wills and I have worn it quite a bit. I have also been to Ship John and tried on the real deal Wills and they are almost completely different jackets. I am not saying it wasn't comfortable, but definitely way different. I cannot speak to how well a traditional Wills breaks in and becomes more wearable, but the dry waxed version I have was wearable from day 1. I'm with you for sure though, the traditional Wills is definitely on my list if I'm lucky enough to get one.
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@mecken88 will keep you updated.....but to be honest it doesn't feel that heavy to me, just the same sort of weight as a good leather jacket really, but then again maybe I am just used to heavier jackets these days.
the only thing I do find strange about it though is the zip feels like it is on the wrong side to me - as in the zip pull is on the right hand side of the zip instead of the left (when wearing the jacket) - just feels wrong!
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@Darth-fader nice! i'm on their mailing list. missed out on the Townes sashiko though...that was a bummmer.
That makes two of us. womp womp
@Darth-fader curious to hear how you like it after some wear. If it’s a “all the time jacket” or because of it’s weight just for special occasion
Feels like a lot of Wills owners just have it as a collective piece in the closet, because of its hype and rareness. But would be cool to see and hear about people’s opinions that actually wears it hard and often🫶
It’s a cool jacket, definitely one I have on the wish list for sure!
I have an OG, unlined Wills I picked up a few years and it only sees hard wear.
It's a stiff jacket, and it will and has held up. The newer versions have a liner, which is about the only improvement I'd make on it. As mine sits, it is not a warm jacket. It seemingly has the ability to make you cold almost all the time, which is why I really only wear it when I'm sawing trees, working trails on a wet day, or need some protection. It's sturdy and nearly waterproof. Nearly...
For casual or wear other than my current use, I have other jackets. But it sure is a cool piece!
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