Posts by mikecch

^ I wouldn't say that a leather outsole outclasses a synthetic one at all, and certainly not a prime reason to invest in a pair of boots. If you need a synthetic outsole, buy another boot or get it resoled/covered. For re-soling, Vibram...

Quote:Originally Posted by NAMOR excuse me for beating a dead horse, but this issue continues to rattle me. i agree that cordovan can be restored but thats not my point of contention. my questions is, if you have other options, why...

Quote:Originally Posted by ErPupone  Thanks for your reply mikecch, i'm considering to cover the full sole indeed.   Regarding insulation are your refering to this Sno Seal beeswax ? would it be enough to protect boots from...

^ I would at least get a rubber covering on the leather sole, if not go for a complete re-sole, if it was icy, snowing and/or raining That's just IMO though, and it's safety first when it comes to footwear for me You may also want to...

^^ I reckon the Crazy Horse if you want a more historically accurate 685, but I'd personally go with the horsehide if you don't mind a 676/685 hybrid boot! A pair of old-stock 685 for reference:

Lovely photos Holdfast! Can't wait for my russet belt

Hi, any word on these lovelies?

Thanks very much for the explanation

I understand what bridle leather is, just confused by how an unfinished leather (unfinished in terms of?) can still be considered bridle?

Out of curiosity, what is 'unfinished bridle'?