Tricker's MTO - Forum group buy - Page 8

This boot is pretty sweet and might be another option for a mock up to add to the list if there is any interest. I would definitely be in, if anyone else is (and there is room at some point). http://www.fransboonestore.com/defau...ue-boots.html#

The leather is referred to as "Wheat cavalier". Not sure if that is Tricker's proper name for it. Ahh, I thought the blue sole was a pretty awesome and unique feature. Never seen that before. If its not too much trouble, can you confirm that we can't get that on a MTO with Richard if/when you get a chance? The sole is referred to as the "dark blue navy Gumlite Vibram" sole.

The Frans Boone Stows leather reminds me of a darker natural chromexcel. Or I guess a lighter brown cxl.
I'm not liking the gumlite sole. Frans Boone has some interesting makeups but they've really gone overboard on the gumlite and red brick soles.

How about with the gumlite microfoam in blue as a replacement? I would definitely be down for that if anyone else is. I really like the darker natural chromexcel look. And maybe the pull tab could down in navy blue as an accent to complement the soles. That seems pretty sick and unique to me.

Yeah, I'd be up for a black scotch grain longwing boot with natural welt.
Either leather or dainite sole but no gumlite or crepe for me.
Adding some color to it with a red suede tongue and red pulls or something like that would be appealing to me too.

I'd also be up for something along the lines of leather/tweed Kelmscott/Stows like these.
They'd be ideal going into the fall but I can see how those might be an aquired taste.

Wes Bourne had some ideas for an interesting boot but I'll let him post them.

Just to consolidate, per rkusmant's instructions, what I would propose for a boot: (let me know if I am missing something or if you have any suggestions for improvement)

"Frans Boone Inspired Stow Boot"
Tricker's Stow 2297 Last 5 (Medium) Fitting
Color, Wheat Cavalier calf
Binding, Natural Binding.
Lining, Natural Calf Lining (open to a color option)
Pull Tabs, Dark navy Pull Tabs.
Eyelets, Brass Eyelets.
Welt, Barbour Welt in Natural Finish.
Sole, Gumlite Microfoam Sole in Dark Navy

Hope others are interested.

^ why would you want a blue sole on a boot? you might as well get some Jordans

^ ?
Not a valid comparison.

I guess we can agree to disagree. The navy blue sole is pretty subtle in my opinion and is a cool contrast to the natural chromexcel-ish looking leather. Considering I am in suits all week, I like to have a little fun on the weekends within my aesthetic. But I can understand others would disagree.

it is... i think boots shouldn't look like sneakers and a blue sole makes it look like a sneaker!

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I would definitely be interested in a double monk strap option. Would we be able to get a navy shell cordovan option or were you just think a calf equivalent?