Fortis first timer

Zeonic10 months ago
Fortis Boots GoldrushBadalassi Carlo Cognac Minerva
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Maker

Fortis Boots

Model

Goldrush

Leather

Last

El Primero Last

US Men's Brannock: L 10D, R 9.5E

El Primero Last: 9.5E

Based on foot tracings

Fits small but manageable with thin socks

Sole

Purchased from

Fortis Boots

Why I own this

Custom
Workplace Needs
Outdoor Activities

I chose this because kvandev had a great pair of fortis. And I wanted to make a custom pair that was nice for the office but could handle outdoors too

How I sized

El Primero Last: 9.5EUS Men's Brannock: L 10D, R 9.5E
Foot Tracing

Sizing was based on foot tracing

Ordering process

Purchased from Fortis BootsTotal cost: 600 USD Lead time: 6 months
Online Store

Had to message through Instagram and pay for paypal

Use & wear

Office Work
Outdoor Activities

I will be wearing these to the office and for light outdoor wear

Leather

Badalassi Carlo Cognac Minerva
Break-In

Roughout bison and badalassi cognac. The bison is very supple and comfortable. The badalassi is taking time to break in it seems resistant to bending rn

Fit

El Primero Last: 9.5EUS Men's Brannock: L 10D, R 9.5E
Socks
Length Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit
Too Little Volume

Tight fit. Need to wear thin socks

Craftsmanship

Fortis Boots Goldrush
Design
Construction

I chose these materials and requested the pattern be altered to include a full length backstay. The toe is unstructured

Sole & heel

Traction

Sole is low profile but has lug

Final thoughts

Excited to see how these break in and feel going forward

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