Solid work boot.

Yakkboot73about 1 month ago
Jim Green Custom Vellie Composite Toe CapWalnut Veg Tan

Maker

Jim Green Footwear

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Model

Custom Vellie Composite Toe Cap

Leather

Last

STC Last

UK Brannock: 9D

STC Last: 9E

Full Grain leather, leather midsole, Composite toe.

True to size.

Sole

Purchased from

Jim Green Footwear

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Order info

Cost: 200 GBP

Availability: Custom

Lead Time: About 2 months

More about this item

Custom Vellie, Composite Safety Toe, Walnut Veg Tan.

Why did you choose this item?

Availability: Custom
Workplace Needs

I wanted a work boot that was made of good quality tough leather.

How did you determine your size?

STC Last: 9EUK Brannock: 9D
Compared to Other Lasts
Sized by Maker

Have several Jim Green boots.

What was the ordering process?

Purchased from Jim Green FootwearTotal cost: 200 GBP Lead time: About 2 months
Online Store

Easy custom order using Jim Green website.

Use & wear

Office Work
Outdoor Activities
Cold Temperatures
Wet Conditions

Required to have safety shoes for work. Wanted something robust & not from the stock work catalogue.

Leather

Walnut Veg Tan
Patina Process

1st wear & current wear photo shows how well the leather is doing. Break in 1 month. Care routine daily brush with horse hair brush & good quality canuba & beeswax neutral polish every other day.

Fit

STC Last: 9EUK Brannock: 9D
Comfort
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

Wide fit more than I need but the safety toe cap determines the style.

Craftsmanship

Jim Green Custom Vellie Composite Toe Cap
Construction
Hardware
Durability
Stitching

Made to last & showing no signs of failure other than the sole naturally wearing down.

Sole & heel

Traction
Durability

Lug sole makes the boot chunky. When it comes to a resole I will choose a slimmer profile.

Final thoughts

Good Value
Would Recommend

Very comfortable boots more than I need for my job role. Everyone comments on how shiny they are 😊

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