Nicks Robert

I chose this model because something taller felt unnecessary. The sole is relatively sleek compared to a lugged one, but is still a chunky work boot. The 1964 leather was chosen because it's a Nick's exclusive. I had won a pair as part of last year's thunderdome, and figured it was a perfect opportunity to try something I can't get anywhere else.

I ultimately followed the SDP guidance on the 55 last - Half down from brannock and up a width. There were some exchanges at first, but that was my mistake in not having confidence in my brannock size which has since been alleviated. Nick's did offer input based on my other boots, but ultimately I knew what I wanted to try and I did.

Easy. Being a prize it was free, and Nick's was very lax about returns. I expected to have to pay shipping on one of my returns at least (I exchanged twice, I believe. I forget) but the bill never came. Their customer service was easy to deal with and prompt.