Lots of walking to and from friends, pubs, work, etc. Also: a few hikes, and a dancefloor or two!
Super nice leather - amazing natural veg-tan pull-up! My care routine was absolutely minimal: oiled once in the fall, and once again in the spring. Brushed the dirt off every month or so. The leather stood up to winter abuse, and also picked up a LOT of colour - which definitely shows up even better in person!
PERFECT last for my (very typical) feet. There are zero problem points in the toe box or with heal slip. I ended up sizing slightly large, which was perfect for wearing thick wool socks in the winter! I might swap into a beefier insole for summer wear with thin socks.
Zero complaints here. Craftsmanship is top-notch. Design is classic service boot: dressy, but works casual - just as requested! Also, shockingly watertight through many autumn and winter puddles.
Great middle-of-the-road sole. Sleek and not too bulky, but still grippy enough for icy winter roads and sidewalks.
Good heel height for me.
Would absolutely recommend. Kiri is great to work with, accommodating for specific requests and different materials, experienced, and of course: all about the leather. Excellent value at the moment for a MTO, high-quality shoe or boot.