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Nicks x Zuriick Merriman

Horween Black Chromexcel
Leroy

Fit like a glove and getting better every day!

Gratitude! Thank you to all the judges, content contributors, photographers, sponsors, patina project dudes, and anyone else I'm forgetting. This has been so much fun and taking my footwear experience and photography to the next level! Looking forward to doing this for many years to come. You guys rock and roll!
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about 1 year ago

Maker

Nicks

Model

x Zuriick Merriman

Leather

Horween Black Chromexcel

Last

HNW Last

US Men's Brannock: 10.5F

HNW Last: 10F

Sole

Vibram 2021 Casual Wedge Sole Sand

Purchased from

Nicks Handmade Boots

More about this item

Even though Ticho hates wedge soles, I think he'll like how these look after some miles in the orchard - and there will be many hotdogs along the way.

Why I own this

Limited Release
Style
Workplace Needs
Outdoor Activities
Other

The black chromexcel is so classic, and the tan backstay and pull tab adds that attitude I couldn't resist. The wedge sole is so damn comfy and I knew it would be a good daily driver. When it came up for sale on the Ready to Ship page I jumped! I never expected to use these as my dome boots, mostly because I didn't think black would be very good at building patina. Boy was I wrong! Cxl black is extremely resilient. These have been through hell and all it takes is a minute with an exfoliating nylon brush and a horsehair buff. This leather is awesome!

How I sized

Online Guide
Brannock Measurements
Circumferential Measurements
Recommendation for Foot Shape
Compared to Other Lasts
Sized in Person

I ordered an F width as a reaction to every one of my other boots being too snug. Everyone said I should be an E or EE, but in my experience those are too narrow and always hurt my feet. (I have 3 pairs of nicks in EE and they just don't stretch like I hoped). These boots were the answer! They were pretty sloppy until I broke them in and now I'm so glad I ordered wider. Also, I use the Nicks Spenco insoles which are low volume and very comfy - highly recommend. I'm convinced that wider is better and now I actually order FF width. Honestly I'm shocked at how good these fit now. They're a dream to put on and wear all day!

Ordering process

Purchased from Nicks Handmade BootsTotal cost: 585 USD Lead time: 6 days
Online Store
Discount
Shipping

Countless sleepless nights scrolling Nicks website and when these came up was so stoked! Pulled the trigger, no regrets. I LOVE how Nicks has so many Ready to Ship options. I check this page 5-10 times per day everyday... No shame