WAYWT - Shoes/Boots Edition!

[Chris]

You should.  They're very nice.  Besides, you need to get something to use as a comparison for how tough your White's boots are.

[Megatron1505]

A pair of Boss are on the list now….

[summ3rhays]

@Megatron1505:

A pair of Boss are on the list now….

Agreed. I've been eyeing them for a while. Come on 2nds page.

[jdl1279]

Here's something else not seen around these parts too frequently. I really need a resole, but can't decide what to do, recommendations welcomed.


Mephisto

[jdl1279]

^to be more specific, I want something different. Local guy suggested the dreaded Christy, or similar, but I definitely don't think that would work. Other Vibram suggestions? Should I go all out and have them rebuilt? I really like this shoe, but it needs some help.

[Anesthetist]

Not sure what sole, but love Mephisto.

[jdl1279]

They're a great shoe, they just need resoled. I just want something different for them and can't seem to set my mind on it.

[Appfaff]

If you would like to dress then up a but, use a stacked leather heel/leather sole combo - if you want to keep their "comfortable" aesthetic that Mephisto is known for, perhaps an old school Marshmellow (like On bucks) sole would looks killer and be comfy as ever- just maybe not all that durable.

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[Snowy]

I think something like a  Vibram 430 Mini-Lug would work quite nicely on them. http://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=4452.650 is a great place to look as everyone's posting their boots and make-ups, so there's a real-world look at them all…

[jdl1279]

Thanks guys. Straight leather with a stacked heel isn't quite it, but I really like some of the Cat's Paw and/or Biltrite options. The 430 Snowman suggested looks promising as well.

[jdl1279]

Hmmm…the 705 looks interesting too. Anyone with experience with the two? I'm thinking leather mid, stacked heel, 705 or 430. Worry it might be a bit much on a shoe though.

[Megatron1505]

For those I would add a double leather midsole and a Vibram mini lug.

[jdl1279]

I hadn't considered a double mid, was worried a single might be a bit aesthetically stout on a shoe. I can find pics of boots with that setup, which I like, but every shoe I see skips the mid altogether. Certainly would stand out.

[jdl1279]

I think something like this with the 430 is what I want
http://solerepair.img.jugem.jp/20100403_767079.jpg

[Megatron1505]

Thats what I had in mind too 

[jdl1279]

Thanks Gav, was having issues picturing it I think I can get it squared up locally, but if not any suggestions on who to send them to? I've seen Brianthebootmakers and similar mock ups around here, but I know you guys have other sources.

ETA: I hate auto correct

[Megatron1505]

Brian would be my choice stateside.

[urbanwoodsman]

@Megatron1505:

Brian would be my choice stateside.

If money is not a concern then use Brian, but just know it will be a minimum $275 + $25-30 round trip shipping for basic resole options. $75 extra if you want any fancier vintage soles.

I'd go with Bakers. You can get a basic Vibram or Dr. Sole resole for $90-120.

[madmonday]

Here's another way to look at it jdl,  Brain handwelts every pair of boots he resoles and basically does everything he would do on a pair of handmade boots.  A lot of boots use quality leather for the uppers, but they have poor bottom construction.  I look at it like owning something from Roy's not because you want to spend a bunch of money, but because you want to pay a living wage to a craftsman who had the balls to go out & try to grab their own brass ring.  Just like you may be willing to pay a few more bucks to a struggling or not so much struggling photographer instead of going to Sears to get photos of your children/dog/axe taken.

I don't know & it's easy for me to say you should pony up the extra bread when I've had the pleasure of having Brian's work grace my feet.

current images in a few just so it's not a bunch of text . . .

[jdl1279]

This is how I see it, which in the end is what's really gonna matter. Brian does fantastic work! I've seen many of the pieces he's posted here, and much like Zach, I think for what he does and the quality he delivers, he deserves to charge accordingly. With that said, I have a guy local that I think can deliver a like end result. I have had all sorts of work from welt repair to resoles to full leather insoles. He also offers Biltrite and Vibram options, so I'm nearly certain it's only a matter of giving old Louie a call and being willing to pony up on the build. I'll keep it close to home if I can, if not then Brian will hear from me.