Midas
Journey Derby Boot
Winson Shoemaker
I wanted something understated and beautiful, well finished, and something that ages well. I saw Winston boots and shoes, I thought they were gorgeous, and I knew I wanted Emil to make me a pair of boots. I knew I wanted to wear it everyday to the office but also wanted to feel good kicking around on the town too. I love how natural Horween ages and tells a story, so I knew I wanted that in my first Patina Thunderdome pair. Emil helped me with other details. I went with the toe taps to protect the longevity of the leather toe, and I just like that little detail. I like the comfort of well worn leather soles.
I took measurements of my foot and sent to Emil. I also gave him my brannock size and size in other boots that fit well. I told him I wanted them to fit like a glove, which they do. I wear
I sent my brannock size and the size of other boots that fit well. I sent measurements of my foot and told Emil I wanted them to fit close, like a glove.
I reached out to Emil at winson.indonesia@yahoo.com. He sent me an MTO form and I kicked around some ideas with him for a month or so. I finally placed my order and sent a deposit. It took me about 6 months to receive my order.
I've worn them nearly every day to the office. I walk around town in them, usually on hard surfaces. I travel in them (some of my patina photos were taken on a trip to Belize). I've noticed my brake pedal has worn prints in the left boot from operating the clutch. I just wear them, doing whatever I happen to be doing that day. I don't really hike or anything in these. If I'm going out in the mud, I wear something else.
The leather has darkened significantly and the color has taken on more red and yellow hues. They were almost peachy when I received them. It's been fun watching them change. I brush them often and put a little saphir renovateur on them when they look like they need it. When I do, I use it on moderation, let it dry, then brush it until the boot shines.
Fits like a dream. I have never had a pair fit better.
I have absolutely no complaints. They were beautiful boots when I got them, and even more so now.
Very comfortable. I have not needed a resole. I think I still have quite a while until I will need one. Traction is adequate for what I use these boots for. I love how leather feels. I don't think anything is quite as comfortable or looks quite as good around the office.
I'm just glad I got to experience wearing these for the dome! I've put many miles in these and they tell the story of 6 months of my life. Not insignificant! I look forward to many more miles.