Stiff slippers that soften with every wear
Rancourt & Co. x Sperry Boat Shoe in Horween Natural EssexBy mailmiomistero • April 6, 2025"The leather received minimal maintenance. The leather was stiffer during break in but has softened over time..."Read the full review
I still recommend OSB, but I've lost all negative feelings from my preseason review
Aurora Shoe Co. Middle English in Horween Olive ChromexcelBy prospect_joe • October 26, 2024"To take my dome pictures, I wore these hiking, and a little bit of mountain climbing. They got super dirty and some cuts. After that they've gotten their first bick4 treatment. Otherwise, I've done nothing with them. Theyve just evolved into a slightly more dark brown with some variations..."Read the full review
Very comfortable
White's C350 Cruiser in Horween Black ChromexcelBy brusa • November 7, 2024"Quick brake in, no discomfort..."Read the full review
Mr. Lou? These puppies are amazing!
Wesco Mister Lou in Horween Natural ChromexcelBy hosekileather • November 5, 2024"These boot took about two long wearings to break in. Maybe 6 hours total. They are not an MTO but rather an off the rack version. I oiled them once with Bick 4 before wearing as these thing were made in the PNW at sea level, and I live at almost 5000 ft above that. Its arid to say the least. They have developed a top roll and the boots show every mark in the natural cxl. They are really getting their own personality quickly...."Read the full review
Mr. Lou you do not dissapoint!
Wesco Mister Lou in Horween Natural ChromexcelBy hosekileather • April 2, 2025"The natural cxl was pretty soft in these to begin with. The roll across the arch top got more pronounced as time went on. I used a bit of Bick 4 at the start to condition them, cleaned and brushed them once a week. At 3 months I did another light conditioning. Just at the start of month 5 something got splashed on them in a bar. I had to lift that out with a bit of 99% alcohol and recondition. Last conditioning was just before final photos. The patina has grown darker as time has progressed which is belied in the photo progression as they constantly look different in different light. They are well made, super comfy and breathable, have a snug heel and shaft tighter than a western boot. These engineers will be with me a long time. First pair I've ever had. Love em!..."Read the full review
A pair I’ve truly grown with. My everyday favorite.
Grant Stone Edward Boot in Horween Maduro Shell CordovanBy bootguy • April 5, 2025"The Maduro shell is just stunning. Pictures don’t do it justice. It shifts from near-black to a rich, earthy brown depending on the light. There’s real depth to it. The creasing has developed beautifully, and the character that’s showing up now is everything I could’ve hoped for...."Read the full review
My first pair of Grant Stone's did not disappoint! Love them!
Grant Stone Nora Boot in Horween Dune ChromexcelBy wildflowersnboots • April 6, 2025"I love how these boots have aged. The patina is gorgeous. They have darkened with wear, and the creases add a lot of character. Thankfully, most of the scratches buffed out when I wiped them down. I tend to trip over the dogs and random sticks. Every scratch tells a story though, so I don't mind.
I wore them around the house for short periods of time the first week and then started wearing them on short errends. They seemed to break in fairly easily. I wore them on a hike after a month and did fine. I tend to wear them 3-5 days a week for at least an hour, but usually 2-6 hours. The longest I've worn them at a time was 14 hours.
I've made sure to let them dry if they've gotten wet, and I wipe or brush off any dirt and debris. They've not needed any conditioning. I was worried about some water damage after shoveling my uncles driveway, but they seem to be fine now. They are comfortable, durable, and my feet have not gotten overly hot, even in hot weather and long walks...."Read the full review
Cxl natural is such a comfortable wear
Oak Street Bootmakers Trench Boot in Horween Natural Chromexcel RoughoutBy Dannflow • April 3, 2025"Natural ages so well...."Read the full review
Stunning pair of Nicks Overlander
Nicks Overlander in Horween Orange PredatorBy Qltyboots • April 1, 2025"It’s really a interesting leather, it darkens and changes a lot. It’s very comfortable when it’s broken in..."Read the full review
