Amazing experience breaking in a boot I had never had knowledge of before.
morrislm216 days ago
Grant Stone Garrison BootHorween Dune Chromexcel
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Maker
Grant Stone
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Model
Garrison Boot
Leather
Last
Leo Last
Leo Last: 10D
Sole
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Grant Stone
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Use & wear
Office Work
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Travel
Hot Temperatures
Wet Conditions
Humid Climate
Dry Climate
Wore them almost daily as normal day wear.
Leather
Horween Dune Chromexcel
Break-In
Durability
Color Change
The break-in was amazing. At first the boot was very stiff but became very comfortable and formed to my foot as time went on. No issue with durability. Had a good amount of color change as well mostly in the heel and toe.
Fit
Leo Last: 10D
Comfort
Arch
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit
Very comfortable. At the beginning was very stiff but formed well. The arch could be a little higher and the heels were somewhat hard but those are minimal after broken in.
Craftsmanship
Grant Stone Garrison Boot
Durability
Finishing
Design
No complaints. Very durable, had an awesome two tone look, all the pieces held up well.
Sole & heel
Traction
Durability
Lasted through many conditions and offered good feel when walking. Worn in rainy and snowy conditions and traction was fantastic in each.
Final thoughts
Would Recommend
Good Value
Great leather boot that I would highly recommend for the price it was at.
Written by morrislm21
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