
1 month in and breaking in well. Been wearing these about 3-4 times a week for the past month.
Taken on January 11, 2026
Nicks Handmade Boots
x Parkhurst V3
US Men's Brannock: 10.5D
Nicks / Parkhurst 602 Last: 10D
Snug fit around the heels, firm grip on the sides, a bit tight on the instep and perfect in the ball and toe box area (enough room to splay toes out but not too roomy).
Nicks Handmade Boots
Cost: 1,619 AUD
Availability: Stock Model
Lead Time: 6 months
I wanted a versatile boot that I could wear for work/ work events, yet I can also wear in most terrain environments. I often travel for work, doing lots of presentations in different states. I wanted a boot I could bring, wear with a suit, and then go out and about in town or light hiking if I wanted to explore the area around where I would stay. This boot does exactly that.
I measured my Brannock size and also used my White's 55 last sizing as a point of reference. I asked the Nicks team for their recommended sizing, and they recommended I stick to my White's 55 last size.
The stock-standard online ordering process. As these are made to order, I waited 6 months to receive these. Timeline: 30 May: Ordered -> 28 Oct: Order Scheduled -> 11 Nov: Order Production Started -> 21 Nov: Order Shipped -> 8 Dec: Order Delivered (in Australia)