WESCO
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I got my Wesco Romeos today and they are really awesome! I lucked out getting these for $170 because the fit is perfect. The heel lift inside is a little weird. But I'm sure that will break in eventually.
It's crazy how thick the leather is on these. Double thick. These are monstrous and took me a while to even get them on…
The sole is very substantial too.
If I was to deduct one point for the heel lift inside, but add one point for the heavy discount I bought these for… I'd rate them an honest 10/10. Fucking awesome. About 20 years ago I had a pair of shoes like this that belonged to my Grandfather. They were brown and a wedge Vibram sole. These look really close to them, except on steroids. With the leather being as thick as it is, these Wescos are probably three to four times as heavy as his old shoes. I think his were from the 60s or 70s and he wore them every day. So I wonder how long these will last me?
The Wescos are really nice and I am glad I bought them.
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Thanks man. Yeah they are great. I was surprised at how difficult they were to slip on over heavy wool socks. It was like putting on a pair of tight 25oz XHS.
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Out with the old, in with the new.
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That oil tan leather should last a good long while @Filthy 21/23oz junkie . Glad you’re pleased.
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Great scores both Alex and Filthy. Really dig those black raptor wedge soles on the Romeos eps. I've seen some great romeo make ups from Wesco's Japanese IG accounts. Thanks for reminding me, seems like a great alt to either lace ups or engineers.
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Just received my try on pair of Jobmasters from Baker’s boots, but these won’t be sent back. Size 11 E is a perfect for me, which is one size up from my Viberg size. Thanks to everyone who put up with my annoying sizing questions a couple weeks back.
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If I was to deduct one point for the heel lift inside…
I have to post somewhat of a retraction because the arch on the sole/lift is much better today. It's already breaking in.
So I guess they are now rated an 11/10.
Another detail I love about my new shoes is how the grain of the leather of each shoe matches perfectly. I hate when the wrinkles on my shoes and boots doesn't match… These look like they were cut from the same exact piece of leather, which is awesome. Also, the leather is nice looking with a velvety texture. These are the nicest shoes I have ever owned. -
I am thrilled.
(To the lad who PM'ed me days ago asking for the link: sorry...)
