Livin, lovin, laughin in the boots Dave made.
Bedrock29 days ago
Oldspeed MFG Wholecut MonkeyHorween Natural Chromexcel
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Use & wear
Office Work
Physical Work
Outdoor Activities
Hot Temperatures
Cold Temperatures
Dry Climate
Humid Climate
Wet Conditions
Snow
Leisure
Travel
Other
Extreme Conditions
Been around the world in these bad boys. From mountains to beaches to swamps to forests.
Leather
Horween Natural Chromexcel
They held up great and I would brush them occasionally. Cleaned and put saphir cream on the last day.
Craftsmanship
Oldspeed MFG Wholecut Monkey
10 out of 10 stars
Sole & heel
For all the places I went and all the things I did the heels still look perfectly fine.
Final thoughts
Would Recommend
Good Value
Highly recommend Dave’s skillset in making a durable and long lasting boot.
Written by Bedrock
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