Over a great experience I knew what I was in for and had a great time keeping them beautiful.

msmith1389over 1 year ago
Frank's Boots WilshireShinki Natural Oiled Horsebutt
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Maker

Frank's Boots

Model

Wilshire

Leather

Last

55 Last

US Men's Brannock: 7EEE HTB/7.5 HTT

55 Last: 6.5FF

Sole

Purchased from

Frank's Boots

Why I own this

Custom
Style
Other

This leather became available and it seemed like a perfect fit for this style!

How I sized

Foot Tracing
Recommendation for Foot Shape
Modified Last

Custom fit Frank's 6.5FF with modifications

Ordering process

Purchased from Frank's BootsTotal cost: 1,200 USD Lead time: 5 months
Online Store
Direct Message

I order over the phone as I have 10+ times in the past

Use & wear

Office Work
Physical Work
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Wet Conditions

Worth them as my main boots but kept them beautiful no reason to destroy Shinki

Leather

Shinki Natural Oiled Horsebutt
Patina Process
Break-In
Durability

Tough break in but they look so good when done.

Fit

Comfort
Arch
Toe Box
Instep
Heel
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

Perfect arch and custom fit to me

Craftsmanship

Frank's Boots Wilshire
Design
Construction
Finishing
Durability
Stitching
Hardware
Clicking

Great value for what you get and customized options

Sole & heel

Durability
Traction
Comfort

Favorite comfort sole

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