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I chose a dressier boot for daily construction work. And the results exceeded my expectations

brusa5 months ago
Frank's Boots WilshireWickett & Craig Tan Oiled Latigo
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Maker

Frank's Boots

Model

Wilshire

Leather

Wickett & Craig Tan Oiled Latigo

Last

55 Last

US Men's Brannock: 10.5E

55 Last: 9EE

Brown stain edges logger heel, pull loop 430 mini lug sole

Sole

Vibram 430 Oil-Resisting Mini-Lug Full Sole

Heel

Logger

Purchased from

Frank's Boots

Use & wear

Wet Conditions
Cold Temperatures
Physical Work
Outdoor Activities

Daily wear at work in construction, weekends climbing tall pines hunting Florida pine goats and scouting public land looking for sign and deer.

Leather

Wickett & Craig Tan Oiled Latigo
Color Change
Patina Process
Durability
Break-In
Care Routine

Very tough leather. Still breaking in it seems but more comfortable every day. Daily brush. Occasionally damp rag wipe down and one good clean and condition with smiths after a very wet and muddy day at work. Good water resistance. Feet completely dry walking thru shallow puddles on the concrete slab

Fit

55 Last: 9EEUS Men's Brannock: 10.5E
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

Fit is good. I prefer a snug fit and these are as long as I wear darn tough heavy socks. No heel slip even with mid weight socks. Feet feel comfortable all day almost as if this last helps me rest my feet and knees

Craftsmanship

Frank's Boots Wilshire
Design
Construction
Finishing
Stitching

They are my go to pair. I couldn’t find any flaws and construction feels extremely solid. The heel counters lock my feet in. It’s my favorite part about the fit

Sole & heel

Vibram 430 Oil-Resisting Mini-Lug Full SoleLess than a day, current sole
Traction
Durability

Good traction and so far so good in the durability department

LoggerWorn for less than a day, current heel
Comfort
Traction

Comfortable. Digs in when walking down hill on soft dirt. Very stable

Final thoughts

Would Recommend

Friendly folks with lots of patience and quick to pick up the phone and help with any questions. Very pleased with them

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