
First conditioning with Saphir. First conditioning a few months ago was with Bicks 4, but I noticed the leather was very dry and almost chalky up at the ankle where it interacts with my jeans. I don’t think Bicks 4 can penetrate shell very well, if at all. So I switched to Saphir even though I personally don’t care for the glossy finish. It does indeed seem to penetrate well.
Taken on January 4, 2026
Open Thunderdome 2025-2026, January submission
Grant Stone
Brass Boot
7 months, current sole
Not yet worn, resoled on June 20, 2025
Grant Stone
Cost: 895 USD
Availability: Limited Edition
Lead Time: 5 months
I wanted a pair of shell boots. Grant Stone seems to be the most affordable.
I think I asked Grant Stone. As well as reading about others experiences.
Normal. It was a pre-order. They arrived on time of not a bit ahead of the original estimate. About 5 months or so.