Exciting, then routine, then burdensome
adriankgonzales6 days ago
Wesco x S&S Van Cleef IIIUnknown Natural Veg Tan
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Maker
Wesco Boots
Model
x S&S Van Cleef III
Similar to Wesco Boss Engineer Boot
Leather
Last
Sole
Purchased from
Standard & Strange
Order info
Cost: 1,200 USD
Use & wear
Office Work
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Travel
Dry Climate
Daily from office to ranch
Leather
Unknown Natural Veg Tan
Patina Process
Color Change
Durability
Breaking in period for about a month then fit like gloves
Fit
MP1339 Last: 11EUS Men's Brannock: 11E
Comfort
Length Feels Right
Volume Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit
After the break in period it’s a great fit and feel … like a glove
Craftsmanship
Wesco x S&S Van Cleef III
Design
Construction
Hardware
Stitching
Love it … like a soft tank on your feet
Sole & heel
Durability
Traction
Love it … great traction and very durable
Final thoughts
Would highly recommend these shoes to friends and family
Written by adriankgonzales
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