The Dublin hype is real
SKoppabout 3 hours ago
Nicks MTOHorween Light Natural Dublin
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Maker
Nicks Handmade Boots
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Model
MTO
Leather
Last
11067 Last
11067 Last: 9.5D
Sole
Heel
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More about this item
Unstructured toe box, moderate heel stack, all eyelets, rolled top, flat waxed laces, brown edge dressingUse & wear
Leisure
Cold Temperatures
Hot Temperatures
Wore them on the weekends and after work. Store runs, walks, playing at the park, date night, most everything that wasn't work
Leather
Horween Light Natural Dublin
Patina Process
Break-In
Color Change
Its natural veg tan so the patina and color change is great. Soft right away and gets a good medium shine
Fit
11067 Last: 9.5D
Comfort
Arch
Toe Box
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit
First time wearing this last and i love it, very casual but roomy. Plenty of toe room, and decent arch support for me
Craftsmanship
Nicks MTO
Design
Construction
Durability
Great design options, the construction and durability is great
Sole & heel
Dr. Sole #1090 Supergrip Half Sole Black/Gray Plugs6 months, current sole
Durability
Traction
Love a good half sole, wish the heels matched the forefoot but beggars can't be choosers
UnbrandedWorn for 6 months, current heel
Durability
Traction
The dr. Sole looks great and seems durable, the heel is less than steller, but decent enough
Final thoughts
Would Recommend
Love natural leather and half soles
Written by SKopp
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