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    • Regular_zipR
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      Forgive me if this has already come up at some point, but I couldn't find it.  Has anyone out there got a pair of William Lennon boots?  In particular I am thinking about the Hob Nailed Boots, and any of the work boots ranges?  😉

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      • MastersOfDeathM
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        have a look here:http://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=231.msg150633#msg150633

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        • Regular_zipR
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          Thanks so much.  I have been paused over buying a pair for some time now, but this might tip me over the edge to give some a try.  They seem very reasonable in cost for something that appears nicely crafted in the Uk.  😃

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          • Regular_zipR
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            I have gone for a pair of the 107F, in a brown waxy leather, rather than the zug grain leather.

            They arrived on Tuesday, and from initial trying on, and a good look, I think they seem excellent.  If anyone is interested, I can try and post some pics next week when back from DK?

            I especially like the thick leather laces they come with.  Really makde them feel tough and well made right from the outset.  😃

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            • GilesG
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              You bet…

              "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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              • Regular_zipR
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                Will try and take some pics on Monday night then  😉

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                • MastersOfDeathM
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                  Look forward to seeing those RZ, meanwhile here's an old pic of my traditional work boots:

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                  • Regular_zipR
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                    Thanks for the pic.  Now those I like very very much MoD.  😃

                    They look to be the same leather that my 107Fs are in.  How long have you had them now?….they look like you'd still be able to wear them in 20 years, they look seriously tough!  😉

                    Are the soles on those Vibram?

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                    • MastersOfDeathM
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                      I don't think they're Vibram, not sure though but they are replaceable. I've had them about 14/15 months and that pic is about three months in. I'll get some more recent pics up soon. I think this is a mahogany waxy leather, but apart from the toe cap they should be pretty similar to yours.

                      Maybe wgic will post some pics of his boots (that I sold him).

                      I've just noticed that the prices have jumped up a bit since last year  😞 . still great value though.

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                      • Regular_zipR
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                        They look like they would withstand pretty much anything you throw at them!  🙂

                        Yes, as you say, apart from the toe cap they look very similar indeed.  I like the toe cap, as adds some extra interest I think!

                        The soles on mine are Vibrams, and are quite heavy.  But look the same as yours from what I can see otherwise.

                        Would very much like to see any other pics of WLs too.  Also to see yours after 14/15 months intrigues me.  😉

                        The prices I totally agree, seem to represent good value still.

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                        • ChrisC
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                          Yeah, WLs are seriously heavy.  I like the lug sole on those; I went with a smooth leather sole on mine, but I think the lug sole is more versatile and suits the overall look better.

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                          • GraemeG
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                            I rode from London to Cumbria today, and figured that a detour via Stoney Middleton and the William Lennon factory would be a good idea. Besides, it meant taking a trip across the Peak District, which is far more fun than more motorway miles.

                            The factory itself is pretty small, probably the size of a couple of large family homes knocked together. I didn't get to take a look around, but the Loomstate article shows it to be populated by machinery that you'd expect to find at Beamish.

                            My main goal was to get an idea of sizing. I've heard conflicting stories about the boots, and after trying a couple of pairs of the 178 style on. I normally take a 13, and after a discussion with Libs in the office, I'd reckon I'd need a 12 1/2.

                            The boots have a lot of volume, and in size 13 (on the 178 last) they were loose around the heel and ankle and forestep. The 12s had a closer fit.

                            The 178 are around £150, and made from a Horween leather.

                            I'm really after a pair of their World War I B5 replica boots. These have a distinct square toe, are made from a seriously thick waxed leather (tanned up the road in Chesterfield). The fit is narrower than the 178, particularly in the heel, and probably a touch longer. Oh, and they're willing to build up the toe of the size 12 last to make a pair that fits. Beat that for customer service!

                            In terms of quality, I'd say that William Lennon are at least as good as Redwing, if not better. They're cheaper too, and can be customised. See the thread at the Fedora Lounge for more.

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                            • MastersOfDeathM
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                              More images is what's needed here….Mega, Regular_zip, let's see 'em please.( And of course Graeme, when you've got them).

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                              • Megatron1505M
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                                I'll wear mine tomorrow and get some pics up.

                                Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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                                • Megatron1505M
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                                  Triple terror is selling a custom pair at the moment, made from black chromexcel, in the buying and selling section for £100. Anyone who can fit a UK 9 needs to buy these immediately, they are stunning.

                                  Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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                                  • Finn666F
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                                    thanks lad!…those are some nice looking fekkers ready to kick ass!

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                                    • LuciferL
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                                      New pair:

                                      Seize the day and don't you cry.

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                                      • tmgT
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                                        Like those a lot! Mind revealing the build spec?

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                                        • michaeljcrM
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                                          I ordered what I think might be a similar pair before Christmas - 178 leather soled boot in brown (burgundy) zug grain leather with rubber forepart. Not sure if that's what's in the picture above, but it's more or less what I was aiming for. Should be ready in a couple of weeks, all being well!

                                          The only extra charge was the leather forepart, which is £5. Interestingly, they said they'd send me a PayPal request for the extra £5 when the boots are done. It looks like their e-commerce site isn't set up to add extras on. The good news is, I get advance warning of when they're ready.

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                                          • LuciferL
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                                            Hey guys!

                                            My configuration:

                                            78N brown zug-grain boot with leather sole and rubber heel and forepart

                                            Seize the day and don't you cry.

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