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Amara Hark-Weber Custom Model

Wickett & Craig Natural Glazed Harness
amara

I started them in rotation, but realized I wanted to wear them everyday, and they could take it.

I made these as a gift to myself, and they saw me through some intense times. I learned a lot about boots — how I wear boots, and how I fit them. But, my main takeaway is that I am glad I threw down in the dome! It was really personal, I learned a lot, and thought about my relationship to my teachers and processes in new ways. Someone asked if I will keep wearing them after today? Answer: Hell ya!!
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about 1 year ago

Maker

Amara Hark-Weber

Model

Custom Model

Leather

Wickett & Craig Natural Glazed Harness

Last

Custom Last

US Men's Brannock: 41.5D

Custom Last: 41.5C

I think this is my size? I have altered the lasts several times from the originals, and added sock liners.

Sole

Dr. Sole #1122 Raw Cord Full Sole Black/Gray Plugs

Purchased from

My Workshop

More about this item

I started wearing these every other day, and quickly realized that they were the only pair I want to wear. I’ve been wearing them everyday since November.

Why I own this

Custom
Style
Workplace Needs

Last year two of my mentors passed away unexpectedly. I started making these a few days after Janne died, and made them almost without thinking. It was only after that I realized how odd they were, and tried to figure out about them is so unusual. Then I realized: if my mentors had a boot baby, this pair would be it. I built them to suit my needs: quick to put on, working on a concrete floor, all weather, and easy to travel in. But after wearing and thinking about them for the last 6 months, I realize that building them through that emotional time made boots that are far more than just utilitarian.

How I sized

Sized in Person
Foot Tracing
Circumferential Measurements
Recommendation for Foot Shape
Compared to Other Lasts
Modified Last

This is one of the few times when I treated myself like a client. I made new measurements and fitted new lasts. I am so glad it did. The fit was exceptional; very curvy underfoot, plenty of toe room, a pop to pull on, but not so much that I got a hernia after wearing them 6 months the.

Ordering process

Purchased from My WorkshopLead time: 29 days

I made them for myself, and I can be a very difficult customer. But, going through all the steps was fun!