Nicks x Rose Anvil ND3

I first was amazed by the ND1, and then the ND2, as really cool, brutalist, boots. I don't ride anymore and I don't climb anymore, so I don't need them, really, but damn if they aren't extremely badass. Ever since I tossed my lineman boots years ago I've kinda craved the feel of truly tough, dependable, hard-working boots. I do some light logging, clearing, and construction, on my land and friend's places, so I do still get use out of good boots. I know that when I need boots that can handle anything, I have these.

I am a 9EE on the brannock. I have a pair of Nicks in 9EE, and they are too wide and too long. I always bought boots too big because of a bone spur. After I finally got that fixed, I was able to buy boots that actually fit. Went to Red Wing and their machine gave me a wacky size, leaving me to buy the wrong size yet again. Nicks diy sizing guide put me at 8.5E-EE and it worked a charm. Trust the diy sizing guide. The Thurman last feels tighter in the heel than the 55, which is good because the heel of the 55 feels too big for me.

I got super lucky and found these on the ready-to-ship discount page 1-1/2 years after they were no longer available. They didn't come with the pocket kit, but I can make one of those myself out of some kilties if I really want to. Shipped to my door in four days. Lucky AF