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  • RE: White's Boots

    Hi guys,

    Just for comparison. Anybody have a link to what boots in Brown Smooth and Brown Oil Tan leather look like. I wanted to compare and see which is closest to Brown Chromexcel. I looked on rakuten, but they just say Brown not sure what type.

    THanks,

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    palma
    20 Jul 2013, 00:32
  • RE: White's Boots

    @ben2t:

    received a few samples today 

    What are these?

    @palma:

    ^That was exactly what I was thinking. I won't be abusing my boots, they are just for casual wear. However, I also don't want them to age fast and hope to wear them for a few years. Also, what do you and other members think is the closest color comparison of CXL Brown and Burgundy in Dress leather or Latigo? Dress brown appears extremely dark almost black, I wanted a lighter shade of Brown. What are the names and if someone could post pics (sorry I must be blind, but I can't seem to find search this thread anywhere)? As for Burgundy would calf be more durable than its CXL counterpart?

    Anyone know the closest alternatives to Burgundy or Brown CXL?

    @natehate:

    what boot are you thinking of?
    the brown horse hide that the semi dress is available in is a really nice color
    and way tougher then cxl

    I am thinking SD or Smoke Jumper. I don't think I have price range for horsehide?

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    palma
    5 Jun 2013, 09:07
  • RE: White's Boots

    ^That was exactly what I was thinking. I won't be abusing my boots, they are just for casual wear. However, I also don't want them to age fast and hope to wear them for a few years. Also, what do you and other members think is the closest color comparison of CXL Brown and Burgundy in Dress leather or Latigo? Dress brown appears extremely dark almost black, I wanted a lighter shade of Brown. What are the names and if someone could post pics (sorry I must be blind, but I can't seem to find search this thread anywhere)? As for Burgundy would calf be more durable than its CXL counterpart?

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    palma
    2 Jun 2013, 20:51
  • RE: White's Boots

    Hi guys,

    There was an interesting discussion on SF about CXL leather not ideal for work boots for the reason that it scratches/cracks easily. Like other leathers it stretches and bends as any leather ages and takes on character. But the issue of scratching has me worried as the pic below illustrates. I was considering getting Brown or Burgundy CXL boots, but am now thinking about going with oiled or regular leather hide in the same color. Which color shades (exact name White's calls them would be closest to CXL Burgundy or Brown? What is your opinion on CXL leathers?

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    palma
    2 Jun 2013, 02:47
  • RE: White's Boots

    Hi guys

    Just wondering if bounty hunter/smoke jumper uses a thicker piece of midsole on boots with a single midsole. I was looking at east west apparel's website and it looks like this boot which according to the owner of the shop is confirmed to be a single midsole looks like has almost 2 or 1.5 pieces of leather. Anybody else notice this on their SJ especially if compared to SD?

    http://www.eastwestapparel.co.uk/Whites-Boots/semi-smoke-jumper-black-dress especially if you look at one of the closeups.

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    palma
    21 Apr 2013, 01:56
  • RE: White's Boots

    @palma:

    I am pursuing the double midsole for aesthetics as well…the boots look so much more substatial. So I guess the walking style in double mid sole would be a little different than a single sole, but wouldn't feel uncomfortable? Would it be like a pair of dress shoes or far less flexible. I would have thought the inflexibility of the sole would contribute to discomfort. I hope it doesn't feel like I am wearing shoes made of wooden sole. Is it possible  to get a single leather midsole + rubber midsole + the undersole.

    Am I correct in this thinking…just wanted to confirm as I will be placing my order shortly.

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    palma
    12 Feb 2013, 22:23
  • RE: White's Boots

    I am pursuing the double midsole for aesthetics as well…the boots look so much more substatial. So I guess the walking style in double mid sole would be a little different than a single sole, but wouldn't feel uncomfortable? Would it be like a pair of dress shoes or far less flexible. I would have thought the inflexibility of the sole would contribute to discomfort. I hope it doesn't feel like I am wearing shoes made of wooden sole. Is it possible  to get a single leather midsole + rubber midsole + the undersole.

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    palma
    11 Feb 2013, 19:52
  • RE: White's Boots

    I apologize if this has been beaten to death, but where in this thread (ie page number) may I be able to find pros and cons of getting a double mid sole + standard height heel?

    Thanks,

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    palma
    7 Feb 2013, 18:12
  • RE: White's Boots

    Hi guys,

    Thanks for the advice. I spoke with Kyle by phone and as per his advice I will mail the actual scan. Just  talking to him I told him I take size 9D in Red Wing Moc Toe and 9E in Alden Indy due to the narrow toe box. He said he was the same size in all three of those shoes. Has your experience on the SD last been the same. Same across in the size and width.

    Thanks,
    Jay

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    palma
    6 Feb 2013, 02:38
  • RE: White's Boots

    @SpaceGnome:

    well, I am a 10.5 in Nike trainers.  I brannock at a 10.  My Whites are a 10 and I have a thumbs width of room up front when standing.  I would not want anything smaller.  I suggest doing the fitting method that White's and Bakers do, and sending the results to them.

    I contacted Kyle by email. I scanned my foot tracing and sent it via email, he suggested 9E, but didn't seem too sure.

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    palma
    4 Feb 2013, 00:13
  • RE: White's Boots

    Planning on either SJ or SD on semi-dress last. As far as size is considered. I have a size 9D Alden INDY, but I have a slightly above average width about E, so I think I should have sized up on it since it is just a tad bit tight in toe box. I also wear Size 9D in the Classic Red Wing Moc Toe Boot width isn't a problem since there is lots of room in the toe box. Further reference sizes:

    10 in Nike runners
    42 in CP
    9.5 in Clarks

    I am thinking 9E would be good. Your further input would be appreciated.

    Thanks,

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    palma
    1 Feb 2013, 22:36
  • RE: White's Boots

    How do you specify that you want the rubber outersole to continue at the arch from the front to the back like it shows here. I thought it was called the Half Slip, but apparently not? A lot of White's boots I see rubber on just the heel and the front, but not always the arch.

    Also, has there been a post of the Bounty Hunter with a medallion captoe on an SD last? Couldn't find a pic searching through the thread.

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    palma
    21 Jan 2013, 22:20
  • RE: White's Boots

    ^Thanks, I am leaning towards that type of sole now as well. The height actually is not a huge preference, so slightly shorter or longer would be fine. I was more concerned about the last and shape of the boot. I thought your boot had a shape fairly close to what I am after. Sent you a pm as well!

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    palma
    9 Jan 2013, 19:23
  • RE: White's Boots

    Hi guys,

    I am thinking of getting a pair of White's Boots to look something like Yuketen Johnson Boot.

    I was originally thinking it would be the semi dress with a medallion cap-toe, but someone suggested perhaps the Bounty Hunter with a captoe. Anyone, think the SD is the closer one? I am also planning on getting same vibram CHRISTY sole. I plan on wearing them in wet weather especially in the winter slurry. I am thinking the CHRISTY would be more durable than a leather sole. Any other pros and cons on rubber sole versus regular. Finally, I wear size 9D in Red Wing Classic Moc Toe Boot. Would you recommend the same size in White's since the sole is going to be the same as the one used on RW.

    As for the color, the Horween Chromexcel that White's uses is closer to the Indy

    403

    NOT 405 correct?

    Thanks,

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    palma
    9 Jan 2013, 18:17
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