WESCO

[seawolf]

Thanks! That's perfect. I was reading somewhere that for working in your boots, in a job that requires protection around your ankles and shins, lined are the way to go. But for whatever the heck I do at work, I don't really see the need.

Both my Wescos are lined (Boss and Jobmasters) so I suppose it's time to branch out a little

How's the comfort for day-today use? How's the break-in? Any difference there?

[Clint_D]

I'd say it's a quicker break-in with one or more less layers.  I spend 12+ hours a day in my steel toe unlined jobmasters for work and I don't have any issues whatsoever.  They're comfortable while being tough as nails.  I've been wearing the same jobmasters for the last ~5 years (with a rebuild about 6 months ago) where most guys I work with are lucky to get a year out of a pair of Red Wings or something similar.

[seawolf]

Sold! Thanks brother! I'll give it a whirl!

[seawolf]

Let the wait begin!

CUSTOM FIT JOBMASTER
STYLE BKST210430 (Size: Sending Updated Form with Order)
  +Single-Tone:Black
  +10" Height
  +Steel Toes
  +Regular Toe
  +#430 Vibram Sole
  +Dye Soles and Heels Black
  +Standard Heel Height
  +Black Hooks & Eyelets
  +Lightweight Black Upper Stitching
  +Black Heavy Upper Stitching
  +Black Outsole Stitching
  +Black Nylon Laces
  +Random Leather Insert

SPECIAL REQUESTS: Please make with Packer Uppers and Wesco stamp on the inside. These are for military use.

Thanks for the help @Chris at Wesco

Also, thanks @Clint_D for the help!

[Clint_D]

Nice @seawolf!  Sounds like a serious work boot build, hope you enjoy them!

[Clint_D]

Well, probably the last thing I need is another pair of Boss boots but I just pre-ordered these:

https://standardandstrange.com/collections/featured/products/van-cleef-engineer-boot-veg-tan

This is a pretty amazing build and the veg tan leather should patina nicely with wear.

[Bluegrass]

Those are some very handsome boots!

[tmg]

+1 they're very cool, and will look even better once they start to patina!

Might need some myself [emoji3]

[JCMx800]

I need some Veg Tan boots!!!

[seawolf]

Gorgeous!

[4c]

[Engineer]

Wesco has added several defect-free MP toe packers in black oil tan and brown domain to their "Factory Seconds" page for $300. Mostly even sizes. Go get 'em, boys!

https://www.wescoboots.com/builder/FS.aspx

[ben2t]

size 7E Jobmaster for $125 no defect, whoaa.

https://www.wescoboots.com/builder/FS.aspx

[Engineer]

@ben2t  Wow, that's a crazy good deal!

[Finkster]

^what he said … nice steal - Congrats! @ben2t

[ben2t]

yesterday i did tried to get the black Jobmaster even if it is .5 smaller for my size, but it keep denying my card payment and when i check  Wesco today its gone on their website, some lucky bastard beat me to it. lol

[Beerhammer]

Anybody know the dealer that did the recent cordovan foot patrols? @Chris at Wesco ?

[Bluegrass]

I'm officially "Romeo-curious" - anyone have them, pics, thoughts???

@Chris at Wesco any advice on sizing vs. other Wesco boots? What is the standard last?  And seems like the wedge sole is a popular choice, I'd love to see some with other soles.

[Dylansboss2]

@Beerhammer  It was a direct customer that sent me the hides:)

@Bluegrass It would be our #65 shoe last. It runs about a half size larger than the standard Jobmaster last.

[Beerhammer]

@Chris at Wesco

So….the question now is....how many SQ FT do you need to make a pair of boss boots?