Time for some new boots

[City74]

Well it’s time to buy some new casual boots. I bought a pair of Fryes last year and like them but I’m not in love with them. They are a little too wide for my foot so they just never felt right. Quality and such is fine tho, just not in love. I’m now looking for some new ones since fall isn’t to far away and thought I would ask for some suggestions or first hand experience on what casual boots others here are wearing

I will say that the Alden Indy is leading the way for me. I have wanted to try a pair for awhile now but that pick isn’t set in stone yet

So how about some ideas....

[greggsiam]

If I lived in a country where I could actually wear boots, I would grab a pair of Red Wings. The amber leather color looks amazing to me and I like the toe cap. It will last a lifetime.

[Chester01]

The Alden is fantastic. In all
Seriousness they are more comfortable than my sneakers. Also quite versatile.

[City74]

Originally Posted by Chester01

The Alden is fantastic. In all
Seriousness they are more comfortable than my sneakers. Also quite versatile.

Yea so I have heard. It’s a plus to that they make narrow sizes as I have narrow feet. The Indy are great as are the work boot style, although I can’t remember the name of the model

[.brian.]

You could also look into Wolverine 1000 Mile Collection.

[City74]

Originally Posted by .brian.

You could also look into Wolverine 1000 Mile Collection.

I have heard good things about those but I think I have a mental block about Wolverine boots. I think of them as Walmart brand boots not a better brand like Alden or AE etc. I actually really like that style tho

[Chester01]

Originally Posted by City74

Yea so I have heard. It’s a plus to that they make narrow sizes as I have narrow feet. The Indy are great as are the work boot style, although I can’t remember the name of the model

It’s the 405 I believe.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[stratguy]

I picked up these Red Wing boots last summer and really like them. They are very well made.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

[dddrees]

Just depends on your budget and the style your looking for but there are quite a few good options out there. However for ther style your currently talking about Vibergs are my favorite.

[dddrees]

But when it comes to the best leather although Chromexcel is fabulous and one of the best Zug or Heather Gorse is at the top of my list. But unfortunately Zug is a bit hard to find nowadays.

[dddrees]

Now for lower cost boots you really can't beat Redwing although their break in period can sometimes be a bit rough but afterwards however they'll be just fine.

[dddrees]

But when you talk boots really what kind are you talking about because cordovan is always an option.

[dddrees]

So if you have run out of ideas I have yet too. But then again as I mentioned it would kind of help to establish not only a budget but a style as well.

[dddrees]

So did I forget to mention Truman, Rancourt, and Oakstreet Bootmakers? But I've yet to mention a number of others because you forgot to mention a budget or style yet. LOL

[dddrees]

Oh, have you considered boots made with two different leathers. Now those can look kind of neat.

[dddrees]

How about suede?

[City74]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Now for lower cost boots you really can't beat Redwing although their break in period can sometimes be a bit rough but afterwards however they'll be just fine.

The Alden Indy is about $575 for cordovan and about $600 for chromexcel and I’m fine with paying those prices. The other boot of theirs I like is the plain toe. I don’t like a band across the toe. That makes them to dressy for me.

[dddrees]

Suede and Calf?

[City74]

Originally Posted by dddrees

So did I forget to mention Truman, Rancourt, and Oakstreet Bootmakers? But I've yet to mention a number of others because you forgot to mention a budget or style yet. LOL

Yea I looked at OakStreet. Those are also in consideration

[dddrees]

Kudu?

[City74]

Originally Posted by dddrees

But when you talk boots really what kind are you talking about because cordovan is always an option.

Those are nice

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by City74

Yea I looked at OakStreet. Those are also in consideration

Personally I would recommend Rancourt over Oakstreet Bootmakers as Rancourt actually makes their boots. However Oakstreet Bootmakers still sell some good shoes and boots.

[City74]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Personally I would recommend Rancourt over Oakstreet Bootmakers as Rancourt actually makes their boots. However Oakstreet Bootmakers still sell some good shoes and boots.

The Viberg service boots in Natural Chromexcel are excellent looking

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by City74

Those are nice

Thank you.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by City74

The Viberg service boots are excellent looking

They'll cost a bit more than the Aldens, but as I said it really depends on your budget.

[City74]

Originally Posted by dddrees

They'll cost a bit more than the Aldens, but as I said it really depends on your budget.

They are about $100 more then the Alden

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by City74

The Alden Indy is about $575 for cordovan and about $600 for chromexcel and I’m fine with paying those prices. The other boot of theirs I like is the plain toe. I don’t like a band across the toe. That makes them to dressy for me.

No cordovan will actually cost you more than that. I think you might want to look at that again.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by City74

They are about $100 more then the Alden

If that's all my preference would be Vibergs. Of course it's too bad they no longer handsewn their welts but I still would choose Viberg.

[Wesley Crusher]

EG Galway - the ultimate boots.

[dddrees]

Do remember that Fit is King. So if you need assistance with fit and are unable to try them on please just do not go blindly in to that night. Nothing will substitute for trying them on first but at least you can find some help here.


https://www.styleforum.net/threads/v...7#post-9406090