I am loving how heavy and sturdy the boots are feeling. The leather is quite thick. Still wearing in
ABabout 1 year ago
Frank's Boots Monkey BootHorween Burgundy Chromexcel
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Maker
Frank's Boots
Model
Monkey Boot
Leather
Last
1977 Last
US Men's Brannock: 12C
1977 Last: 11C
I love how those plenty of toe wiggle in the franks 1977 last
Sole
Heel
Purchased from
Frank's Boots
Use & wear
Leisure
Office Work
Physical Work
Outdoor Activities
Motorcycling, general warehouse manufacturing, and office work
Leather
Horween Burgundy Chromexcel
Care Routine
Break-In
One coat of bick 4 and a little boot oil so far
Fit
1977 Last: 11CUS Men's Brannock: 12C
Arch
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit
I love the 1977 last and generally sized down a full size from Brannock
Craftsmanship
Frank's Boots Monkey Boot
Finishing
Construction
Durability
Stitching
Frank’s boots are very consistent and always top quality
Sole & heel
Dr. Sole #1090 Supergrip Half Sole Black/Gray PlugsAbout 1 year, current sole
Design
The soles look great
Dr SoleWorn for about 1 year, current heel
Not too hard
Final thoughts
Would Recommend
Monkey boots are a very unique look, and there are several good makers. I like the heavier industrial look of the Franks.
Written by AB
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