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mknewman15 days ago
Blkbrd Shoemaker OceanRocado - "Marbled" Shell Cordovan - Veg Tanned (Ocean)
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Worn 11 months
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Worn 10 months
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Worn 9 months
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Worn 8 months
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Worn 7 months
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Worn 5 months
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Worn 4 months
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Worn 3 months
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Worn 3 months
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Worn less than a day

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Model

Ocean

Leather

Last

Royce Last

US Men's Brannock: 9D

Royce Last: 9.5D

Sole

Heel

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Order info

Cost: 650 USD

Availability: Limited Edition

Lead Time: About 2 months

More about this item

Maryim marbled Shell Cordovan from Rocado, Italy and full leather lining

Use & wear

Humid Climate
Hot Temperatures
Leisure

I am retired so mostly indoors and semi formal occasions.

Leather

Rocado - "Marbled" Shell Cordovan - Veg Tanned (Ocean)
Break-In
Color Change
Care Routine
Patina Process

Breakin was easy, they were comfortable from the start. Cordovan has held up well with rolls and only minor creases. Still shiny, and no maintenance so far. They have darkened somewhat, looking more muted.

Fit

Royce Last: 9.5DUS Men's Brannock: 9D
Comfort
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

Very nice fit, glad they updated my size from 9D to 9.5D.

Craftsmanship

Blkbrd Shoemaker Ocean
Design
Construction
Finishing
Stitching
Lining
Clicking

They are very well built. Obvious care, especially the hand welted sole. Stiching all in place, and lining is good quality leather. No obvious errors, I'm quite satisfied.

Sole & heel

Vibram 2055 Eton Studded Full Sole Black11 months, current sole
Durability
Traction

Tough wearing, looks good, like a Dainite. Decent traction on concrete.

VibramWorn for 11 months, current heel
Traction
Durability

Good sole and heel, about like a Dainite.

Final thoughts

Would Recommend

Its a well made boot and I have since bought a 2nd pair from Blkbrd.

Written by mknewman
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