Self-Made Custom Model

S.B. Foot Itasca Chestnut

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Work Thunderdome 2025-2026

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Not bad for a first build

My final thoughts are that this pair isn't perfect, and I'm a long way from that on my boot building journey. But it was a necessary first step, and the fact that I was even able to wear them for 5 months is a huge success in itself, so I couldn't be more happy with them!

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Specs

Maker

DIY

Model

Custom Model

Leather

S.B. Foot Itasca Chestnut

Last

US Men's Brannock: 10D

55 Last: 9.5B

Build up added in ball area to bring it up to a C width

Feels ok on a test fit, maybe a bit loose in the ball

Sole

Heel

Self Made Rubber Top Lift

Order info

Cost: 122 USD

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Awards

Work Thunderdome Finisher2025-2026 Stitchdown Patina Thunderdome Work Edition

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6 monthsApril 2026

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5 monthsMarch 2026

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4 monthsFebruary 2026

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3 monthsJanuary 2026

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2 monthsDecember 2025

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Less than a dayNovember 2025

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Before first wear

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