I have the Waxy Mohawk CF Stead version Wonderful leather, fit is okay, not much arch support... I have only worn twice, I suspect they may be a tad loose with medium socks when broken in...... I tried 8D but they were definately too narrow and too short.. Leather sole is a single sole, aesthically would look better with thicker soles, so I am having Dr Soles half soles added
Length: Perfect
Width: Perfect
Wonderful leather, fit is okay, not much arch support... I have only worn twice, I suspect they may be a tad loose with medium socks when broken in...... I tried 8D but they were definately too narrow and too short.. Leather sole is a single sole, aesthically would look better with thicker soles, so I am having Dr Soles half soles added
Crimson CXL
Length: Perfect
Width: Perfect
This was my first purchase of quality handcrafted boots. The Grant Stone Boots far exceed the price point in quality. They made beautiful boots and deliver boots that arrive to the customer in excellent condition. There were no loose threads or nicks in the leather. The Brass Boots came with 2 pairs of waxed boot laces; however, I think this hardy boot looks best with leather laces. Being a person of small stature at 5ft 3in tall and slender, the boots felt extremely clunky on my feet. The Brass Boots are very roomy in the toe box and have high walls that easily accommodated my prescription orthotics. There were no tight areas or rubbing in any areas. Maybe I should have sized down to a 6 EEE in order to have better control of the boots while walking in a normal gait. On the other hand, they may have been too small. I didn't hold on to them long enough to determine whether I would ultimately get comfortable with the weight of the boots and come to love them. Aesthetically, I love the Brass Boots with the Commando Soles. They are just too heavy.
I own the Grant Stone Diesel Boots in Cognac Ostrich, Sky Reverse Kudu, and Jungle Kangaroo.
Length: Perfect
Width: Perfect
The size is accurate at 6.5; however, because the walls of the toe box are not as high as the Brass Boots, I did need to massage a little Safir Conditioner on the underside and use a stretcher to loosen the leather, so that it was not digging into the bunion on my RIGHT Foot. This was not necessary on the Diesel Sky Reverse Kudu or Jungle Kangaroo boots, which fit looser in the toe box - maybe because of the difference in leathers.
I own the Oak Street Bootmakers Cap-Toe Trench Boot in Nemesi Cotto, as well as Black Chromexcel. I own the Trench Boot in Limited Release Indigo Roughout CXL.
Length: Perfect
Width: Perfect
I was so pleased when I found that the Oak Street Bootmakers fit my feet and orthotics, that I have since purchased a total of three pairs. First, I recommend that the boots are purchased on sale, because there will most likely be some QC issues (loose threads, deep cuts or nicks, evidence of previous light wear). I learned that they only craft one size 7 in the Limited Releases so, if you like something then, go ahead and buy it at regular price or keep watching the website to try to catch it before your size 7 pair is sold. The boots are comfortable right out of the box or require very little break-in. It was recommended that I first break-in the boots without inserting my orthotics so that the leather forms to my feet. I wear a pair of Travel Sox and a pair of CHUPs, and have experienced only minor discomfort of walking on a hard surface, during the break in process. Other than that, I am so looking forward to the new Limited Releases to find my next pair of Oak Street Boots.
Copper Rough and Tough
Length: Slightly Long
Width: Moderately Wide
Classics. Could have gotten the D width but took the in stock EE.
Rust Waxy. Commando sole.
Length: Slightly Long
Width: Perfect
Great experience buying. First pair was too large and Andrew exchanged down a size. Fit and finish are impeccable. Always a bit leery when ordering a wax boot as the finish can vary greatly. These boots look and feel incredible.
875
Length: Perfect
Width: Perfect
I tried size 8D and too tight, especially across the vamp. I bought size 9D, no half sizes available in Australia, and they were comfortable straight out of the box...... Only break in pain was around the collar on one ankle, but after 2 or 3 wears that went away.... Very comfortable, if a tad long, maybe could have gotten away with an 8.5D
Tricker's Malton in C-Shade, Tricker's standard 5 width with Commando soles
Length: Perfect
Width: Perfect
Great fit, no break in required, built like tanks. Leather is thicker than other Tricker's leathers, but still supple....
Acorn Antique with Dainite sole
Length: Moderately Short
Width: Perfect
Width is fine, length is a little snug, toes are almost at the end. These are a wide shoe, I did have a half size up, 8UK, which were good in length, but too wide and voluminous, the quarters were touching when laced and on my right foot may have over lapped when broken in..... so went down to 7.5uk, much better fit, feel solid, great construction, wonderfully comfortable with all day wear
Brown Chromexcel (non-waterproof)
Length: Perfect
Width: Perfect
Pricey, but I think they are worth it. I just got them, but I love CXL leather, and the clicking on mine (so far) seems to be done excellently. We will see in about 6 months if I win the “CLX Lottery”. Also, I read about people with concerns that AE was having quality issues. When i got mine, I found exactly 1 stray thread I was able to burn off. That was it. I got sized in the store to ensure a good fit. The guy fitting me called it a “10.2 E”. He advised that AE runs large and had me try on 9.5E and they fit perfectly. Break in wasn’t bad. I could wear them on day 1 for several hours before swapping out. After a few more wears, I’m good with them all day now. Nothing like breaking in my Iron Rangers.
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