Clinch does not disappoint

bankrobberabout 4 hours ago
Clinch Engineer Boots 11-Inch HeightNatural Horsebutt
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Worn 7 months
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Worn 6 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 about 2 months
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Worn 14 days
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Worn less than a day

Maker

Clinch Boots

Model

Engineer Boots 11-Inch Height

Leather

Last

CN-Wide Last

US Men's Brannock: 10D

CN-Wide Last: 9.5

Sole

Heel

Purchased from

Stitchdown Premium Discord

Order info

Availability: Stock Model

Use & wear

Outdoor Activities
Physical Work
Office Work
Leisure
Travel
Hot Temperatures
Cold Temperatures
Dry Climate

I wore these without caution to the types of activities I might end up doing — I other words, these are boots and I treat them as such. From going to the store, to working, to just grabbing something to put on my feet, these were great for whatever.

Leather

Natural Horsebutt
Patina Process
Care Routine
Color Change
Break-In
Durability
Breathability

I brushed these maybe weekly or as needed. Conditioning was also as needed but the horsebutt didn’t need very much care or conditioning on the whole. What I really like about this leather is that it’s tough and looks great the more you wear it (great for patina). Break in was relatively easy, but horsebutt does tend to be more stiff than other leathers, so it took a bit longer than other boots I’ve broken in.

Fit

CN-Wide Last: 9.5US Men's Brannock: 10D
Comfort
Arch
Toe Box
Instep
Heel
Socks
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

This last can be difficult for some people, especially those with high volume or wide feet. Fortunately, I have low volume feet, fairly narrow feet, and a low instep. The only thing I worried about was the arch support and it turned out that this last has fairly good arch support. The toebox looks like it might cause fit problems but I was surprised at how well they fit from day 1.

Craftsmanship

Clinch Engineer Boots 11-Inch Height
Design
Stitching
Lining
Hardware
Construction
Finishing
Clicking
Durability

There are some boots that just feel and look like they are on a higher level that most. These are some of the most well constructed and best looking boots I’ve had. I’d easily buy another pair — they just look so damn good.

Sole & heel

O'Sullivan's Half Sole Black7 months, current sole
Durability
Traction
Design
Comfort

Love the half soles of this boot — classic design that is good for all conditions.

O’Sullivan’sWorn for 7 months, current heel
Durability
Traction
Comfort
Design

Not too soft, not too hard, looks and feels fantastic.

Final thoughts

Would Recommend

These are legendary for a reason — if you think you want a pair, I recommend it.

Written by bankrobber
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