First blood. On vacation so i used some beeswax chapstick to minimize the scratch. They’re now “lived in”. Patina already started. Maybe 20 moles in? Enough for the sole threads to be broken where they are going to break.
Taken on October 12, 2025
Nicks Handmade Boots
Custom Model
US Men's Brannock: 11EEEE
Thurman Last: 10.5FF
As expected, would like tighter heel/combo last but good fit overall.
Nicks Handmade Boots