These are a light and nimble boot that performed well

gearabout 1 year ago
Willie's Handmade Boots Monkey BootHorween Black Chromexcel
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Use & wear

Physical Work
Outdoor Activities
Wet Conditions
Snow
Other

These have performed well in my line for work, climbing poles and traversing steep terrain.

Leather

Horween Black Chromexcel
Patina Process
Color Change
Durability

Experienced some tea core effect in the course of the dome. CXL leather holds up pretty well and performed as expected

Fit

Comfort
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit

These are a half size down from brannock. I do experience some toe rub, so going true to size or adding some width would probably have helped. But they work for me

Craftsmanship

Willie's Handmade Boots Monkey Boot
Design

The monkey boot pattern from Willie’s is very appealing to the eye. The pattern did change during the process, so I didn’t receive exactly what I was expecting but nevertheless, happy with that I got.

Sole & heel

Durability
Traction
Comfort

Flexibility and durable. Performs well in snow & ice.

Final thoughts

Would Recommend
Good Value

Willie’s makes a nice boot and has good patterns. I would recommend going true to size.

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