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Nicks Heritage ChelseaHorween Black Chromexcel

Maker

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Model

Heritage Chelsea

Leather

Last

HNW Last

US Men's Brannock: 9EE

HNW Last: 4.5EE

Nicks size 5E. Sized down another half size from brannock to 4.5 and up a width to EE to reduce heel slip.

Sole

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Order info

Cost: 636 USD

Availability: Stock Model

Lead Time: About 1 month

Use & wear

Physical Work
Outdoor Activities
Hot Temperatures
Humid Climate
Wet Conditions

These are pretty much relegated to the barn and running errands. They get wet, they get dirty, she doesn't bother to clean them.

Leather

Horween Black Chromexcel
Care Routine
Break-In
Durability

It's chromexcel, it's great. It's compliant so break in is easy, it's water resistant, so no need to worry about splashing. It looks good when it's clean and it looks good when it's dirty too. They haven't been worn every day, so there hasn't been all that much wear yet.

Fit

HNW Last: 4.5EEUS Men's Brannock: 9EE
Comfort
Arch
Instep
Heel
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

She doesn't like them tight in width, so it's really hard to get the fit right. A half insole was all it took to snug up the instep though. Because the wedge doesn't provide much of an arch, the hair insole also helps with that.

Craftsmanship

Nicks Heritage Chelsea
Design
Construction
Finishing
Durability
Stitching

She really likes the rugged exposed edges as opposed to the whole cut style. These aren't dress boots, she wants them to fit in in the paddock. Finishing is solid. No notes whatsoever.

Sole & heel

Durability
Traction
Comfort

It's probably the best all-around sole for every day comfort. Very comfortable squish, hard wearing rubber outsole, it's the best of both worlds.

Final thoughts

Would Recommend
Good Value

She has enjoyed her Chelsea boots immensely. These are her barn boots for many years to come. Without adding any premium extras, the price was great too.

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