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Post by MiddleAge on Jan 30, 2016 14:52:38 GMT -6
I have a black pair of the woolrich yankee (seem to have a profile similar to the beckman), but I always feel weird wearing black boots with anything other than black jeans. I just hate the look of black with navy/dark indigo. Brown just feels much more subtle with everything so end up being my go-to (but they look weird with black jeans). I'm pretty sure that's no help whatsoever, but I do wear black boots occasionally.  So I know you guys hate these, but maybe this pair with some brown rawhide laces will give me something of a compromise...mostly black, work-wear look, and unique. I welcome any opinions honestly as I love them and will likely do it anyway, but I also appreciate your thoughts here - well most of the time   These can look good but I think they are very limited to certain styles.  |
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Post by devastitis on Jan 30, 2016 15:32:06 GMT -6
I have a black pair of the woolrich yankee (seem to have a profile similar to the beckman), but I always feel weird wearing black boots with anything other than black jeans. I just hate the look of black with navy/dark indigo. Brown just feels much more subtle with everything so end up being my go-to (but they look weird with black jeans). I'm pretty sure that's no help whatsoever, but I do wear black boots occasionally. So I know you guys hate these, but maybe this pair with some brown rawhide laces will give me something of a compromise...mostly black, work-wear look, and unique. I welcome any opinions honestly as I love them and will likely do it anyway, but I also appreciate your thoughts here - well most of the time It has a few too many eyelets for my tastes, but they don't look bad. My preference for black boots is for them to be black dressy boots. Only way I would wear black boots would be with grey or navy trousers, and maybe chinos, but only with a sport coat. But not casually like with denim. |
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Post by Old26 on Jan 30, 2016 16:23:04 GMT -6
Thanks guys. The reason I'm leaning towards these is that they are different, and I've got all sorts of "normal" boots here - like maybe 15 pairs or so.
More thinking...
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Post by seth on Jan 30, 2016 16:47:17 GMT -6
So I know you guys hate these, but maybe this pair with some brown rawhide laces will give me something of a compromise...mostly black, work-wear look, and unique. I welcome any opinions honestly as I love them and will likely do it anyway, but I also appreciate your thoughts here - well most of the time It has a few too many eyelets for my tastes, but they don't look bad. My preference for black boots is for them to be black dressy boots. Only way I would wear black boots would be with grey or navy trousers, and maybe chinos, but only with a sport coat. But not casually like with denim. Thorogood 1892 Roofer. They are great. Been thinking about either them or Lone Wolf (the Japanese reproduction version). I'd wear them with any heavy denim. (But I no longer buy shoes online if I can't try them on at zero cost. Too many return issues.) |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 30, 2016 17:20:58 GMT -6
Black boots.. To me either look dressy or military. I didn't have any military style but have been into it so I got these  Wow! I love them. I've only worn them in the house so far but they feel great. They describe them as more fitted and that's just how they feel. Really nice leather, a lot of sluff (or whatever leather guys call that milky residue that comes to the surface). If you don't like the distressing just a little black wax will hide it. Made in USA (yes, Frye is Chinese owned) $159 on sale right now. A steal! And... These may not rule them all, but they'll sure kick their ass! |
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Post by david2403 on Jan 30, 2016 18:23:10 GMT -6
Black boots.. To me either look dressy or military. I didn't have any military style but have been into it so I got these Wow! I love them. I've only worn them in the house so far but they feel great. They describe them as more fitted and that's just how they feel. Really nice leather, a lot of sluff (or whatever leather guys call that milky residue that comes to the surface). If you don't like the distressing just a little black wax will hide it. Made in USA (yes, Frye is Chinese owned) $159 on sale right now. A steal! And... These may not rule them all, but they'll sure kick their ass! Do you know what style name these are? |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 30, 2016 18:26:06 GMT -6
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Post by MiddleAge on Jan 30, 2016 18:44:32 GMT -6
 This frye boots look like waxed flesh (it is heavy waxed suede).... Make in USA and great price too! I just have too many boots. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 30, 2016 19:06:59 GMT -6
Haha, I bought those too!
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Post by highlights on Jan 30, 2016 19:44:51 GMT -6
It has a few too many eyelets for my tastes, but they don't look bad. My preference for black boots is for them to be black dressy boots. Only way I would wear black boots would be with grey or navy trousers, and maybe chinos, but only with a sport coat. But not casually like with denim. Thorogood 1892 Roofer. They are great. Been thinking about either them or Lone Wolf (the Japanese reproduction version). I'd wear them with any heavy denim. (But I no longer buy shoes online if I can't try them on at zero cost. Too many return issues.) Had a pair of brown leather Scarpa mountain boots that were great cold weather street shoes. They had a similar design and aged up pretty well...my call is they got the rocknroll, lol, and they're kinda' cool. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 30, 2016 20:11:26 GMT -6
My pair of trumans that are coming in the next month or so are black...but it took a lot not to order brown.
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Post by stinky on Jan 31, 2016 15:59:13 GMT -6
Thanks guys. The reason I'm leaning towards these is that they are different, and I've got all sorts of "normal" boots here - like maybe 15 pairs or so. More thinking... The black roofers are 1MM x better than the pink and purple brogues. I think with a bit of wear/patina, these would look killer with jeans. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2016 17:57:32 GMT -6
Seeing if anyone is interested in these. Many leathers to choose from. message me. |
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Post by devastitis on Feb 1, 2016 2:55:38 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2016 4:02:23 GMT -6
That's Horween Natty Cxl
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Post by devastitis on Feb 2, 2016 20:25:11 GMT -6
Rancourt came out with a new boot called the Fore Street Boot. Looks pretty sweet. Sign up for their mailing list for 10% off. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2016 3:48:49 GMT -6
It's a super nice boot, and I can only think "What if it were shell"
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Post by Old26 on Feb 12, 2016 13:02:23 GMT -6
I have a black pair of the woolrich yankee (seem to have a profile similar to the beckman), but I always feel weird wearing black boots with anything other than black jeans. I just hate the look of black with navy/dark indigo. Brown just feels much more subtle with everything so end up being my go-to (but they look weird with black jeans). I'm pretty sure that's no help whatsoever, but I do wear black boots occasionally. So I know you guys hate these, but maybe this pair with some brown rawhide laces will give me something of a compromise...mostly black, work-wear look, and unique. I welcome any opinions honestly as I love them and will likely do it anyway, but I also appreciate your thoughts here - well most of the time So these suckers came in just now - AMAZING boots! Talk about substantial - they feel like they would last longer than I've got left on this planet. I will take some pics later after I get showered and dressed, etc. but I'll say this - these things are so comfortable out of the box that they will require NO break-in. And they are serious boots -- I don't think I've ever owned a pair that are as solid as these are. Gotta get some brown laces later... |
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Post by Old26 on Feb 12, 2016 14:30:29 GMT -6
Click to enlarge the photo.   With Gustin Japan Jutes (it's hot out). I'd say they run 1/2 size big. So for me, it's OK as I wear heavier wool socks year around. Love these boots guys. |
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Post by bentin on Feb 12, 2016 14:48:06 GMT -6
Cool, that's the same last (60) as the Dodgevilles. 1/2 down from Brannock seems good?
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Post by whiskeyriver on Feb 12, 2016 15:14:01 GMT -6
Click to enlarge the photo.  With Gustin Japan Jutes (it's hot out). I'd say they run 1/2 size big. So for me, it's OK as I wear heavier wool socks year around. Love these boots guys. Look incredibly sharp on. |
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Post by Old26 on Feb 12, 2016 15:31:05 GMT -6
Aside from my top-o-the-line western boots, I've never had a pair this comfortable out of the box. The cork soles are fab. I'm just giddy today - sorry. Thanks whiskeyriver! |
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Post by devastitis on Feb 12, 2016 16:48:03 GMT -6
whiskeyriver which roughout boots did you grab? I really want a pair, and I'm considering Truman Coyote Roughouts and the Viberg Boondockers, but I'm not sure I want to spend $700 on a pair of non-shell boots.
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Post by bentin on Feb 12, 2016 16:51:12 GMT -6
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Post by devastitis on Feb 12, 2016 17:31:35 GMT -6
I am! I am addicted to suede/suede-esque boots. I want to fill up my closet with suede shoes and boots. I was considering grabbing these due to the extra 20% clearance sale AE is having on firsts. |
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