Posts by gardenbuffet

The scratch marks on the tongue due to the backside of the eyelids.. they are expected right?

Gentlemen and scholars,   Bick 4 or Obenauf's LP?   PS - I'm leaning more towards the Bick 4 since I already have a bottle, but wouldn't mind grabbing a bottle of Obenauf's (or any other recommended conditioner)...

Quote: Originally Posted by Newbootgoofin  Hello all, long time lurker, first time poster. I've been on the fence about buying a pair of brown 1k's for quite some time, and finally caved and bought them today when I...

Quote: Originally Posted by Crane's  I'm in a writing mood so I think I'll be getting around to writin' up a how do I feel about these boots after 3 plus years of beating 'em to death sort of thing. I suppose if I'm...

Quote: Originally Posted by Crane's  Smart wool medium weight hikers. Would wearing said socks (or similar socks) require someone (me) who is looking into purchasing a pair of 1K's to size up?

Thanks for the advice Cold Iron! 

Is Bick 4 Leather Conditioner a good substitute for obenauf?

Hello all!  Any suggestions on how to pick the right size for 1000 mile boots?  I've heard all sorts from true-to-size, to 1/2 size down, to even full size down.  I'm sure this topic is in this thread somewhere, but...