Fantastic boots that were soft from the start and only got better.

bigsmalliesApril 5, 2026
  • Oldspeed MFG Custom ModelHorween Russet Horsehide Strips
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    Worn 6 months
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    Worn 5 months
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    Worn 4 months
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    Worn 3 months
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    Worn 2 months
    Timeline photo 6
    Worn about 1 month
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    Worn less than a day

    Maker

    Oldspeed MFG

    Model

    Custom Model

    Leather

    Last

    Custom Last

    Custom Last: 9.5E

    Custom speed hooks and fitting

    Perfect fit.

    Sole

    Heel

    Purchased from

    Oldspeed MFG

    Order info

    Cost: 625 USD

    Availability: Group Made to Order

    Lead Time: 3 months

    Why did you choose this item?

    Availability: Group Made to Order

    Wanted to try a boot from Oldspeed MFG and this was the perfect opportunity with his dome GMTO. Chose the custom soles for better traction and low profile.

    How did you determine your size?

    Custom Last: 9.5E
    Sized by Maker

    Went to the shop and he did a custom fitting.

    What was the ordering process?

    Purchased from Oldspeed MFGTotal cost: 625 USD Lead time: 3 months
    Online Store

    Very easy. All done online.

    Use & wear

    Office Work
    Leisure
    Travel
    Wet Conditions
    Snow

    Used for both office work, around the house, and walking around cities on vacation. They performed great in wet conditions and okay in light snow.

    Leather

    Horween Russet Horsehide Strips
    Patina Process
    Care Routine
    Break-In
    Durability
    Color Change

    Broke in easily through everyday wear. Occasional conditioning. Stored with shoe trees. Major color change and beautiful wrinkling. Very durable.

    Fit

    Custom Last: 9.5E
    Comfort
    Length Feels Right
    Volume Feels Right
    Ball Feels Right
    Satisfied with the Fit

    Perfect fit as they were custom fitted.

    Craftsmanship

    Oldspeed MFG Custom Model
    Construction
    Finishing
    Design
    Stitching
    Lining
    Hardware

    Exceptional craftsmanship. Just perfect. Great hardware, stitching, lining, etc. The design is very sleek and can dress down or slightly up.

    Sole & heel

    Vibram 2333 Mortara Half Sole Black10 months, current sole
    Durability
    Traction
    Comfort
    Design

    A little soft. Very comfortable. Great in wet, decent in snow. Wore about halfway through. Great compromise as they are lower profile, but still grip well.

    Vibram Roccia TacoWorn for 10 months, current heel
    Durability
    Traction
    Comfort
    Design

    Same as above. They go together.

    Final thoughts

    Would Recommend
    Good Value

    I loved wearing these boots. Dave is a dynamite bootmaker and these are the best boots I've ever worn. Very fair price.

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