For my first Thunderdome I wanted to go with the classics, and one that I could buy in store in France to avoid any missizing. Red Wing meets both criterias.
The choice of the Blacksmith was that of the Briar Oil Slick leather and its reddish undertones that had me captivated.
How I sized
8 Last: 8.5DUS Men's Brannock: 9D/E
Sized by Store
.5 down from Brannock
Ordering process
Purchased from BarnabéTotal cost: 379 EUR
Lead time: Less than a day
Store Visit
Staff at Barnabé was extremely helpful and keen to pull out as many pair as needed from storage.
