Nicks Robert

Italian Brown Cypress

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smantr01about 24 hours ago

Taken on January 28, 2026

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Maker

Nicks Handmade Boots

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Model

Robert

Leather

Italian Brown Cypress

Last

55 Last

US Men's Brannock: 10.5EE

55 Last: 10EE

Order info

Cost: 692 USD

Lead Time: 5 months

More about this item

I ordered these Nick’s Boots back in July and they showed up in December—which, frankly, feels appropriate, because masterpieces should take time and also teach patience. What arrived was a pair of 8" Roberts on the 55 standard last, Italian Brown Cypress leather, soft toe, 430 mini outsole, size 10 EE (for reference, I’m a 10.5 E Brannock, aka “in-between-footed”). These boots fit like they were made by someone who knows my feet better than I do. First impression: heft. These boots don’t just sit on the floor—they occupy it. You don’t put them on so much as you suit up. I own Truman, Grant Stone, Craft & Glory, Thursday, and Timberland boots, and Nick’s easily takes the crown for construction quality. These feel less like footwear and more like structural components. Despite looking like they could survive a small meteor strike, the break-in was surprisingly easy. The gusseted tongue hugs your leg like it’s emotionally invested in your safety. Once laced up, your foot isn’t going anywhere—not out, not sideways, not into bad life decisions. The heel is over 1.5 inches, which means I’m taller now. Not emotionally—physically. I don’t know what to do with this power, but I like it. Eye contact has changed. Shelves seem closer. The Italian Brown Cypress leather arrived more matte than shiny, but after break-in it’s developing a gorgeous luster. Turns out, for this leather, patina = shine. It’s supple yet thick and tough, like it’s flexible by choice, not necessity. It feels expensive because it is expensive—nearly $700—and somehow, painfully, worth every single dollar. I’m from Seattle, so I’m extra proud to support a PNW company out of Spokane that still does things the hard, correct, borderline obsessive way. At some point I will visit their flagship store. I don’t know when, but it will happen. My wife and kids already think I spend too much time, money, and emotional energy on boots, so what’s one pilgrimage more? Would I recommend Nick’s Boots? Absolutely. To anyone. Including myself again in the future. I’m currently eyeing the Parkhurst in Black CXL, but my budget has stepped in like a responsible adult and said, “No.” In summary: These boots are heavy, beautiful, indestructible, surprisingly comfortable, and make me feel taller and more confident while simultaneously reminding me I have a boot problem. Five stars. No notes.

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