Supremely rugged boots

pilechkoabout 1 hour ago
Parkhurst The RichmondC.F Stead Glacier Rambler

Maker

Parkhurst

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Model

The Richmond

Leather

Last

Parkhurst 618 Last

US Men's Brannock: 8D

Parkhurst 618 Last: 7.5D

Sole

Heel

Purchased from

Parkhurst

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Order info

Cost: 398 USD

Use & wear

Cold Temperatures
Wet Conditions
Snow
Outdoor Activities

I've worn these almost every other day for the past six months. This includes all kinds of weather in the worst winter we've had in years. Shoveling snow and tramping through the rain.

Leather

C.F Stead Glacier Rambler
Care Routine
Durability
Patina Process
Color Change
Break-In

This leather is so tough, it stands up to everything. The patina process is quite subtle. It's starting to fold around the ankles, and like most suede is crocking from my denim. Care routine is basically wear and ignore, occasionally brushing off dirt. After the dome was over I gave them some bick 4. Turns out they were a bit dry. They darkened very slightly.

Fit

Parkhurst 618 Last: 7.5DUS Men's Brannock: 8D
Heel
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

This is my new co-favorite last along with Grant Stone Leo. Heel lock in is excellent.

Craftsmanship

Parkhurst The Richmond
Design
Construction
Finishing
Durability
Lining
Hardware

These are unlined so a little harder to put on, but no complaints on quality. I love how they look, and the hardware is excellent. I bought new laces.

Sole & heel

Lug Sole6 months, current sole

I'm a fan of the mini lug sole. It's durable with great traction in rain or snow.

Parkhurst LugWorn for 6 months, current heel

Excellent

Final thoughts

Would Recommend
Good Value

Highly recommend these boots. I've bought more Parkhursts since.

Written by pilechko
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