In the short time I have had these as my daily drivers they have seen a variety of experiences. They started out with office wear, then it was into the arid mountains on a hot days while walking the dog and then during an extended drive. That was followed by wearing them to my high school reunion where it rained the whole time.
Break in has not been difficult. I feel like they’re experiencing pretty limited creasing compared to other cxl boots I have.
I’m a big fan of the fit of the Edward boot. I find it to fit me the best of the grant stone styles, with the diesel being second. I find these very comfortable even with the thick leather insole. I have good room in the toe box, nothing pinched. I tend to wear thicker socks with these, usually the Wolverine boot socks or darn tough hiking socks.
I really really like the design of the Edward. It being a bit more dressy fits my style which leans more business/smart casual. I typically prefer the micro stud sole for looks, but for this dome time period I need the utility of lug. I do find the grant stone lug to be less industrial looking with that said, and it kind of disappears a when worn. Construction of the boots is fantastic, no stitching issues, lining is spot on and the leather clicking appears to be really good on this pair with initial creasing at the toe being less drastic than other pairs I have.
I find them comfortable, just as much as other sole styles. They provide good traction, which I need now here in the sierra nevadas as it’s getting wet and snowy. I think the design of the lug sole itself is really good because the lugs don’t extend to the edges and that make it less industrial looking. Lastly, I like that the lug sole provides some extra height, I need it.
I really like the dark olive color. I’m finding the pair very versatile with my outfits, the construction is quality, and they’re getting more and more comfortable with every wear.