Custom White's Boots ... Thoughts?

[mikecch]

Originally Posted by IIIrd Icon

i've checked out the water buffalo SDs @Fowler's NYC a few months ago, but wasn't really moved by the leather. maybe, it's just a preference thing__ no idea how it wears.

the captoed black chromexcel would be more to my liking. if i can have it my way__ capped brogue in dark brown or espresso w/natural trim, on Vibram half soles + Quabaug heels

Cheers IIIrd...I was tossing up between water buffalo and Chromexcel steerhide for a SD.
Guess it'll be Chromexcel then.

 

[Thor]

Nice looking Boots Slide!

Would to see some pics of them in action if you had the time/ability...?

 

[zakurie]

I'm selling my custom White's Farmer-Rancher Boots:

http://www.styleforum.net/showthread...67#post4406467

 

[konadog]

Originally Posted by mrUnicorn

i suggest the water buffalo

the water buffalo is a softer, more supple leather. i think it's perfect if you want your semi dress to be more of a dress/fashion boot. the standard dress leathers and CXL leathers feel much more rugged - perfect for work or motorcycle boots.

 

[IIIrd Icon]

Originally Posted by mrUnicorn

i suggest the water buffalo
WB texture looks exotic & cool, & prolly great for casual urban utility. but, it's soft & light [like calfskin] & will require lining. 'no idea how tough, but it seemed/felt like it's gonna tear/disintegrate quickly.

Originally Posted by mrUnicorn

its a bit hard using the semi dress as a motorcycle boot because its like if you tie it not to tight you feel like the boot loosen on the ankle part i dont know but i always use 8" high boot as my bike boot

cxl imo is not that great as they say or tell you i rather go with whites oiled or dress leather than the cxl ones...
imo, if it's a 1st pair, mosdef. but , like the denim experience, expanding one's experience & exploring other possibilities, are not a such a bad endeavor. of course, one consideration in leather choice would be intended usage.

 

[mikecch]

^ That's what I was worried about when I read the 'requires lining' bit - their water buffalo hide having been split too thin.

 

[konadog]

just ordered another pair from baker's. will post pics in a month or so.
Custom Semi Dress by White's Boots
Last Standard, Sole Leather, Hardware All Brass Eyes, Edge Brown, Upper (Shaft) Leather British Tan, Midsole Single, Pull Loops No Thanks, Leather Liner No Thanks, Sole Trim Close Trim, Toe Vamp Leather Distressed Rough Out, Toe Cap No Thanks, Celastic Toe Box Single Celastic Toe, Heel Base Standard

 

[IIIrd Icon]

^nice! tho' with single leather sole [w/c meant lower profile], i woulldve gone with the block heels cuz they looked better in person, imo.

 

[denimjunkie]

Whats the last on the center boots?

 

[Trapp]

^I'd like to know as well.

I notice that people don't talk about White's various lasts much, and the company doesn't state which boot is on which last, as systematically as Alden does. I've been able to piece together that they have a standard last, a swing last, and (I think), a northwest last. What else? I read somewhere that the smokejumper is usually made on the same last as the farmer/rancher (but what the last is I have no idea).

Anyone know of an existing guide or chart?

I'm visiting a White's retailer this weekend to try (and possibly buy) some Northwest boots, but it's a trek. I'd like to get my sizing in a few common lasts so that I can purchase and order w/some confidence online in the future.

 

[konadog]

^^ that middle boot is most likely on the standard last, but with the "close trim" option.

 

[Roguls]

It may be the new swing last.

 

[Shorty Long]

I would have guessed "swing" last, but I could very well be wrong.

Originally Posted by konadog

^^ that middle boot is most likely on the standard last, but with the "close trim" option.

 

[Trapp]

Found these on a Japanese site called Sturdy. Nice. Would love to know what type of leather was spec'd for them. Any ideas?

 

[bl@ster]

I think that's either "Distressed smooth" or a well worn "Natural Chromexcel"