Nicks MTO

Initial fit is more snug than both my hnw and other 55 lasted boots, particularly in the ball but I think it has more to do with the stiffness of the double stuffed leather than anything.

Sole

Vibram 430 Oil-Resisting Mini-Lug Full Sole

Heel

Moderate Block Heel

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More about this item

This was a one off build with specs chosen at random with a 20 sided die by the Nicks crew. I had no say in the build outside of sizing.

Q&A

Why did you choose this item?

I did not choose anything about this build, it was all random chosen by Nicks employees, I just got lucky that it turned out this awesome!

How did you determine your size?

55 Last: 7.5EUS Men's Brannock: 8E

Brannock Measurements

Foot Tracing

Circumferential Measurements

Since these aren't my first 55 last I knew from experience. To get my size I used my brannock measurement down by half a size and compared that to measurements I took with a tape and how that stood against Nicks online guide. Ultimately the 7.5E has fit across both the 55 and HNW lasts from Nicks.

Awards

Work Thunderdome Participant2025-2026 Stitchdown Patina Thunderdome Work Edition

Apprentice ScholarAwarded for sharing knowledge about the item

Aging ApprenticeAwarded for documenting this item's aging

3 monthsJanuary 2026