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jctApril 3, 2026
  • Grant Stone Cap Toe BootD'Annonay British Tan Calf
  • Timeline photo 1
    Worn 10 months
    Timeline photo 2
    Worn 9 months
    Timeline photo 3
    Worn 8 months
    Timeline photo 4
    Worn 7 months
    Timeline photo 5
    Worn 5 months
    Timeline photo 6
    Worn 4 months

    Maker

    Grant Stone

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    Model

    Cap Toe Boot

    Leather

    Last

    Leo Last

    US Men's Brannock: 6.5D

    Leo Last: 6E

    Sole

    More about this item

    Purchased memorial day weekend 2025

    Use & wear

    Office Work
    Leisure

    I mostly wore these to the office and clear days when I wanted to give my dome pair a break. I also liked wearing them for dressier things like going out to dinner and such.

    Leather

    D'Annonay British Tan Calf
    Patina Process
    Break-In

    These felt tougher than my other footwear, which I attribute to being calf. They look lovely as they age, but I think it’s on the slow side.

    Fit

    Leo Last: 6EUS Men's Brannock: 6.5D
    Comfort
    Toe Box
    Length Feels Right
    Volume Feels Right
    Ball Feels Right
    Satisfied with the Fit

    Leo last is very good for me, and trying it with multiple different leathers only reinforces this. I have room in the toe box while having a secure snug fit.

    Craftsmanship

    Grant Stone Cap Toe Boot
    Design
    Finishing

    So these were purchased as B-grade and to be honest, I couldn’t tell why they were categorized as such. I got a great deal on these and get many compliments when I wear them out.

    Sole & heel

    Traction
    Design

    3 of my Grant Stones have the microstud sole and it’s not my favorite due to the slipping. I like the look, but I think after break in I actually slip less on a leather sole. Will be looking other options when the time comes.

    Final thoughts

    Would Recommend

    I was glad to have the pre worn dome as an excuse to wear these more. I’m going to do my best to keep them in regular rotation because I believe the aging will have great pay off.

    Written by jct
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