Most Compliments I’ve Ever Received On A Pair of Boots

wildcat98over 1 year ago
John Lofgren Donkey Puncher BootsBadalassi Carlo Cognac Minerva
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Maker

John Lofgren

Model

Donkey Puncher Boots

Leather

Badalassi Carlo Cognac Minerva

Last

120 Last

US Men's Brannock: 10E

120 Last: 9.5E

Sole

Vibram 705 Tygum V-Bar Half Sole Black

Purchased from

Standard & Strange

Why I own this

Style

This last accommodates my wide feet really well. I also like the LTT style.

How I sized

Sized in Person
Online Guide

I tried on a pair previously in store. However, this was before the maker changed his size references. I used Standard & Strange’s recommendations on sizing to confirm I got the right size.

Ordering process

Purchased from Standard & StrangeTotal cost: 1,126 USD Lead time: 1 day
Store Visit
Online Store

I ordered online for store pickup. Originally ordered the burgundy CXL, but there was a mistake on the what was in stock in Oakland. Decided to get the Badalassi Cognac instead.

Use & wear

Leisure
Travel
Office Work
Outdoor Activities

Wore them to and from work. Wore them on weekends. Wore them at Disneyland.

Leather

Badalassi Carlo Cognac Minerva
Break-In
Other

They were stiff at first and took a couple weeks to break in. Biggest issue has been the rawhide laces breaking.

Fit

Toe Box
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

Nice large toe box. Great for my E width feet.

Craftsmanship

John Lofgren Donkey Puncher Boots
Finishing
Durability

Very durable except for laces. Slight stitch imperfections on heels.

Sole & heel

Durability
Traction

Good traction. Good wear resistance.

Final thoughts

Would Recommend

Love the boots. Felt like they became a part of me over the last 6 months.

Written by wildcat98
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