Nice of the last fits

questrelApril 5, 2026
  • JK Boots SuperdutyBrown Cowhide
  • Timeline photo 1
    Worn 6 months
    Timeline photo 2
    Worn 5 months
    Timeline photo 3
    Worn 4 months
    Timeline photo 4
    Worn 2 months
    Timeline photo 5
    Worn about 1 month
    Timeline photo 6
    Worn less than a day

    Maker

    JK Boots

    Model

    Superduty

    Leather

    Last

    3708 Last

    US Men's Brannock: 10.5D

    3708 Last: 9.5EE

    Fit is roomy for me, I usually wear a d width. Decent arch support but not crazy. Initial tongue bite went away after a week. Heel counter locks in nicely.

    Sole

    Heel

    Purchased from

    JK Boots

    Order info

    Cost: 550 USD

    Availability: Stock Model

    Lead Time: 8 days

    Use & wear

    Physical Work
    Outdoor Activities
    Humid Climate
    Wet Conditions

    Conservation field work in the foothills of the PNW coast range.

    Leather

    Brown Cowhide
    Break-In
    Durability

    The leather is wearing well. I do not think I have fully broken these in yet. They do not show much in the way of scuffs or scrapes.

    Fit

    3708 Last: 9.5EEUS Men's Brannock: 10.5D
    Arch
    Heel
    Length Feels Right
    Volume Feels Right
    Ball Feels Misplaced
    Not Satisfied with the Fit

    This last is not the best for my foot. With the height of the heel, I personally need more arch support. They begin to fatigue my forefoot after long wear. I have also been fighting tongue bite since I got them.

    Craftsmanship

    JK Boots Superduty
    Construction
    Durability
    Stitching

    The leather is very thick throughout and the build feels top quality. I may even prefer a single row of stitching on the stitch down to reduce the amount of boot that protrudes from your actual footprint.

    Sole & heel

    Vibram Red X NFPA Lug Sole10 months, current sole
    Traction

    These soles are very solid and not showing much sign of wear yet. They provide good traction on most surfaces though climbing on fallen logs is not the easiest with them.

    Stacked Leather Under Vibram Lug SoleWorn for 10 months, current heel
    Comfort

    The heel stack itself is holding up well though the height and medium amount of arch support does not work the best for my feet.

    Final thoughts

    I think if the last that these are built on works for your feet, then these are a solid buy. They are much easier to get quickly than other PNW brands which may be a plus. Because the last isn’t the best for me, i would not buy them again. Definitely one to try before you buy, lesson learned!

    Written by questrel
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