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Best boots I ever had!

Thomas_Steed_about 1 month ago
Frank's Boots Monkey BootHorween Natural Chromexcel
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Maker

Frank's Boots

Model

Monkey Boot

Leather

Horween Natural Chromexcel

Last

55 Last

US Men's Brannock: 9.5E

55 Last: 9E

Sole

Vibram 2021 Casual Wedge Sole Sand

Purchased from

Frank's Boots

More about this item

Custom build

Why I own this

Custom
Style
Outdoor Activities
Workplace Needs
Other

I ordered these custom confirmation monkey boots from Franks because I wanted a great everyday boot that i could wear all day throughout my everyday life. I can wear them for work, at the gym, throwing disc golf, or just going out for a typical walk for miles.

How I sized

55 Last: 9EUS Men's Brannock: 9.5E
Foot Tracing
Sized by Maker
Circumferential Measurements
Recommendation for Foot Shape
Compared to Other Lasts
Online Guide

I sent in a fresh fit sheet to franks and worked with Michelle directly on this build from fit to form.

Ordering process

Purchased from Frank's BootsTotal cost: 840 USD
Customer Service
Direct Message

It was great. I made the order by phone. I mailed in my fresh fit sheet. Worked out all the specific details with Michelle to come up with the perfect end product.

Use & wear

Physical Work
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Travel
Cold Temperatures
Snow
Wet Conditions
Dry Climate
Office Work

These dogs have seen everything an Idaho winter and an active disc golfing, strength training, and power lifter, could throw at them without abusing them. We're talking snow, rain, salt, sweat, and mud. Miles of walking and hours upon hours of gym time. They've been the victim of a few toe draggs on my distance drives on the course and saw full-time time hours on concrete floors while I was throwing freight for winco, conditioned twice in the entire span of the thunderdome with bick 4, and they still ain't even close to a resole yet!

Leather

Horween Natural Chromexcel
Patina Process
Care Routine
Break-In
Durability
Color Change
Other

They are fantastic. The character is rich and beautiful. The full lining frank's did on them gave them enough body, that they are very structured, but formed to my feet. The leather has beautiful rolls and creases. Couldn't ask for a more handsome pair to wear in everyday life from work, to church, and the gym. Just fantastic!

Fit

55 Last: 9EUS Men's Brannock: 9.5E
Comfort
Arch
Toe Box
Instep
Heel
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

Like a glove. A very well-formed and structured glove. Molded perfectly to my feet, and just getting better by the day.

Craftsmanship

Frank's Boots Monkey Boot
Design
Construction
Finishing
Durability
Stitching
Lining
Hardware
Clicking
Other

Craftsmanship is perfect. Frank's has never disappointed me yet, and this is my 3rd custom concept I took to them.

Sole & heel

Comfort
Design
Durability

Lasting WAY longer than I expected. I figured I'd be looking into a resole right after the thunderdome finished, but low and behold, somehow I feel like I've got another good 6 months at least. And when it comes to comfort, they definitely are the softest of the vibram soles I've had under foot.

Final thoughts

Would Recommend

10/10 I would totally recommend getting this boot made for yourself.

Written by Thomas_Steed_
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