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Best reviews of April 2024
An absolute perfect tank of a boot, and personal lessons learned.
Frank's Lace-To-Toe in Horween Burgundy ChromexcelBy VanTrees • April 6, 2024"I’ve worn these casually and for work as a contractor/remodeler/handyman. They’ve done demolition , drywall, ladder work, ground work, staining, painting, sanding, and a pile of trips to pick up materials...."Read the full review
Prof Barnet, hot rod of boots.
Prof Barnets Bulky Neocliffwood Engineer Boots in Maryam Black Teacore TPR HorsebuttBy CoolGuy • April 6, 2024"These boots have been an extension of myself. Mud, dirt, sand, rain. I only need to get these through some snow. I have walked all day in the city, and all day on the trails and in the brush.
Since I got these boots. I have, for the most part, not let these things leave my feet. One of my favorite hobbies is to go for long walks. The day is not complete unless I have gotten my 10000 steps in. I am very fortunate and blessed to live minutes away from trails and rolling hills. There are plenty of steep precipices I have gone up and down using these with no issues at all.
Now I know I am supposed to rotate my boots for their longevity. The thing is, these boots are built different; I have found they can take it. Only after a taxing day of activity have I inspected the boots and given them their well-deserved rest. Aside from that, I do not leave home without them. They are so versatile, and, frankly, they still look great in a plethora of circumstances.
It is sad however that my long use has inevitably and undoubtedly worn down the heel quite quickly (especially considering that I usually trek hills). I need to get a resole before I continue with these boots or I will be walking on leather heels in no time. I will be sure to ask for a cobbler recommendation on the discord...."Read the full review
Gorgeous leather with an incredibly rich hue and depth of color.
Onderhoud LCV02 Monkey Boot in Badalassi Carlo Oliva Minerva Overdyed BlackBy ericawjc • April 5, 2024"Daily walking on concrete/asphalt, park trails at least once a week, exploration of abandoned stormwater drains once a month, and a 5 day trip hiking through the Australian Outback...."Read the full review
Lots of fun customising the boots, very helpful makers at Franks boots! End result is stunning!
Frank's Ground Pounder in Wickett & Craig Chestnut Oiled LatigoBy Dutchbootsguy • April 2, 2024"I worn them to the office, on hikes, into town. Also mowing the lawn and in rain and snow conditions. These boots are build like tanks!..."Read the full review
I came for the reverse guidi but I stayed for the sock like fit
Tahura Captoelari in Guidi Black Reverse HorsebuttBy amaru_and_crow • April 3, 2024"I desk jockey and drive my kids around town. That's all the action I get...."Read the full review
Inspired work boots to daily drivers
Monroe 19917 LTT in Tochigi Oil Vachetta #1 Light BrownBy OldSchool_Mijo • April 3, 2024"I wore these boots rain or shine, even experienced some snow! These were my day to day lifestyle boots. I did not baby them whatsoever. If I had a project going on at home I had these on my feet. I built a 70’ fence in these. I cut firewood in these. I took these to the grocery store. I went to birthday parties in these. I hiked. I traveled out of state with them. They essentially became apart of me...."Read the full review
My experience with Tahura was excellent. I would buy from them again for sure.
Tahura Benjamina 2.0 in Maryam Natural HorsebuttBy craigdavidd • April 5, 2024"I wore these running errands, walks in the woods with the kids, and work around the house I.e. remodeling a bathroom...."Read the full review
Great boots by a great maker
NF Bootmaker Fritz Boot in Tempesti Baku & Horween Tumbled Black ChromexcelBy endlessmike • April 1, 2024"Mostly just my day to day. I'm in the office a couple days a week so they spent a lot of time there, but also went to bars, concerts, and so on. They're great for pedaling an e-bike!..."Read the full review
An unexpected lottery win turns into a best friend
NF Bootmaker Milton Boot in Maryam Asphalt TPR HorsebuttBy RoosAndBeavers • April 6, 2024"Mostly day to day wear in Toronto which means any combination of weather. Wore them for work and with clients. Wore them to ride bikes...."Read the full review
Funky Indonesian shoe-boot hybrids rock
Onderhoud Low Cut LCV01 in Maryam Natural HorsebuttBy daftdonald • April 6, 2024"Mostly around Portland, where they saw a lot of rain. A little light wear in the mountains of east Oregon but not much as the makeup really isn’t made for winters in the mountains and I didn’t want to abuse them. They also went on some vacations and to a music festival..."Read the full review
Dress 'em up or take 'em hiking, these boots are ready for whatever!
Iron Boots Pitman in Black Italy Waxed BullhideBy Arsenicmickey • April 3, 2024"Most of my time wearing these boots was spent at work. I work in a casino, so not a terribly rough environment; carpeted or polished floors.. But they worked very well there. They easily stood out from most folks' shoes because of the very noticeable solid construction and detail. I was asked about them many times. I was happy to tell everyone about our welted wear community and the Patina Thunderdome! Other than work, we went on many a hike and park visits with the kids, backyard fires in the firepit. They handle wet asphalt like nobody's business. Definitely were my go-to for grocery store runs, especially on rainy days...."Read the full review
Favorite Boots….As of Now!
Frank's Ground Pounder in Horween Natural Waxed FleshBy traceycortez • April 3, 2024"Teaching, Welding, and Outdoor Farm Work
Most of my day is spent in a HS welding shop teaching structural welding, but ai also manage my schools farm which is located in the city so we are unique. We raise pigs, goats, sheep, rabbits and poultry so these boots have seen their share of various work conditions...."Read the full review
Maryam Miltons
NF Bootmaker Milton Boot in Maryam Waxy Salvia HorsebuttBy drew_altizer • April 2, 2024"I don’t always wear boots and I work from home for now so I sometimes don’t wear any shoes whatsoever, so these didn’t get daily wear. They were great for travel because I could wear them in almost any situation, even fairly ones. They saw plenty of water, some mud, and even a little bit of sidewalk salt...."Read the full review
I liked them
Fortis El Primero in C.F. Stead Crazy Cow Royal PurpleBy jinn35 • April 1, 2024"Comfortable..."Read the full review
