Jim Green Shoellie, Comfort Meets Ruggedness

AneshMover 1 year ago
Jim Green ShoellieFudge Crazy Horse

Maker

Jim Green Footwear

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Model

Shoellie

Leather

Last

ASHM Last

US Men's Brannock: 9.5E

ASHM Last: 9

Sole

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Jim Green Footwear

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Order info

Cost: 1,200 ZAR

Availability: Stock Model

Lead Time: 7 days

Why did you choose this item?

Availability: Stock Model
Workplace Needs
Style

My work is generally office based with occasional visits to construction sites in a sub tropical area. The shoellie fit my needs perfectly with it being rugged, well made, unlined, and not too chunky.

How did you determine your size?

Online Guide
Brannock Measurements

My previous Jim Green was a bit too small, before understanding heel to ball vs heel to toe brannock, so I chose 1 size up and the fit was perfect.

What was the ordering process?

Purchased from Jim Green FootwearTotal cost: 1,200 ZAR Lead time: 7 days
Online Store

Very easy online purchase.

Use & wear

Office Work
Wet Conditions
Outdoor Activities

Mostly worn to work at the office and numerous visits to construction or pre-construction sites undertaking inspections on roads projects. Many kilometers walked in them on concrete, carpet, asphalt, gravel mud and open field areas in dry and wet conditions.

Leather

Fudge Crazy Horse
Care Routine
Break-In
Patina Process

Fudge crazy horse held up extremely well with zero break-in period. Minor scratches brushed off easily. The oils in the leather allows easy removal scuffs. The leather developed patina, although not drastically. Care for the shoeliie included mainly brushing and one cleaning with a suede cleaner at the end of 6 months.

Fit

Comfort
Arch
Added Insoles
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

Sizing is very comfortable with adequate support and a roomy toe box without being too wide. Although, some sort of arch support will be a welcome addition, this can resolved with an insert. Overall very comfortable.

Craftsmanship

Jim Green Shoellie
Finishing
Durability
Design
Construction

The almond shape of the ASHM last is pleasingly different from other Jim Green lasts. The shoellie is very well constructed and feels like it will last for many more years. The finishing can be improved.

Sole & heel

Durability
Traction
Comfort

Very comfortable and durable sole for average use. No issues with traction in wet conditions.

Final thoughts

Would Recommend
Good Value

My experience with the Jim Green Shoellie has been great so far, it will continue to be my daily wear. It is comfortable and well made. Although I wish it was a little "prettier", it's perfect for use within an office and out in the fields. Definitely good value for money.

Written by AneshM
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