First step into Exotic leather boots

AcapRoseknight4 months ago
Sagara Liberty AusterityNatural Shark
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Maker

Sagara

Model

Liberty Austerity

Leather

Last

Louis Last

US Men's Brannock: 10D

Louis Last: 44D

Sole

Heel

Purchased from

Sagara

More about this item

Custom Austerity Brogue from Sagara, made based of their Liberty model

Use & wear

Office Work
Leisure
Hot Temperatures
Outdoor Activities
Wet Conditions
Humid Climate

I’ve worn this during my commute to work, under the blazing hot sun, sometimes got soaked from the heavy rain

Leather

Natural Shark
Patina Process
Breathability
Durability
Color Change

The leather doesn’t feel like it needs a break-in. Although it was stiff at first, daily wear makes it feel seamless and fit to your fit. Didn’t need any leather care products at all. Will probably give it a good oiling after the Thunderdome

Fit

Louis Last: 44DUS Men's Brannock: 10D
Comfort
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

Thanks to Sagara years of experience. The fit was just right. I picked this model to resemble something with a more formal look and a slimmer toe shape. You’ll have to size up for this shoelast so that the width is just nice

Craftsmanship

Sagara Liberty Austerity
Construction
Design
Stitching
Durability
Finishing
Lining
Hardware

This design isn’t on their official website. Mr Bagus offered to be when I asked for a pair of “Liberty” without any brogues. Thus the “Austerity” design. The leather was offered as a limited edition. So I thought this is a good sign for me to order from them 😉👍

Sole & heel

Vibram 2333 Mortara Half Sole BlackLess than a day, current sole
Durability
Traction

Vibram Mortara is a sleeker versio of Montagna. Great for urban walking. I think the half sole, made it a tad lighter than a full sole. Watch out for wet tile floor though.

Vibram 2333 Mortara SoleWorn for less than a day, current heel
Durability
Traction

Great alternative instead of Montagna for urban use

Final thoughts

Would Recommend
Good Value

If you loved to see how the patina develops, this is a great pair of boots. Its not going to be everyone’s cup of tea. This is also my first pair made of exotic leather. I think it was priced at about 600$ before the tariff increased. Kudos to Mr Bagus Satriow and Sagara team for their awesome craftsmanship. Would order from them again in the future

Written by AcapRoseknight
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