Custom White's Boots ... Thoughts?

[Lem87]

So how does a structured 55 last 10 or 10.5 fit in comparison to wolverine sizing? Ii ask because I have 1000 miles in both sizes. Can anyone who responds also post their whites width and heel height selection? Blocked heel would be most helpful and or mp 55 would be most helpful but 55 last in general will do too

 

[FutureComesToday]

So how does a structured 55 last 10 or 10.5 fit in comparison to wolverine sizing? Ii ask because I have 1000 miles in both sizes. Can anyone who responds also post their whites width and heel height selection? Blocked heel would be most helpful and or mp 55 would be most helpful but 55 last in general will do too

I wear a 8.5D in both a White's 55 unstructured and Wolverine 1K. I find that the Wolverine size is a little less consistent across boots.

 

[chicagoan2016]

I wear a 8.5D in both a White's 55 unstructured and Wolverine 1K. I find that the Wolverine size is a little less consistent across boots.

How are your White’s bounty Hunters in Natural CxL doing? lol
I remember reading a review on Reddit a couple years ago

 

[DG123]

So how does a structured 55 last 10 or 10.5 fit in comparison to wolverine sizing? Ii ask because I have 1000 miles in both sizes. Can anyone who responds also post their whites width and heel height selection? Blocked heel would be most helpful and or mp 55 would be most helpful but 55 last in general will do too

By "structured" are you referring to a celastic toe ?
In the Wolverine 1000 Mile my size is 12D and in the White's Semi Dress (55 Last with celastic toe and Logger heel) my size is 12.5 B.

 

[FutureComesToday]

How are your White’s bounty Hunters in Natural CxL doing? lol
I remember reading a review on Reddit a couple years ago

Thanks for asking! I don't wear them nearly enough, and they hardly show any wear. No more than 50 wears on them, and less than 100 miles. I won the CXL lottery (and the workmanship lottery) - they look like new practically. Not a lot of time in the sun so color still looks very similar to new. Only used Lexol to condition every 3-4 months as I find it doesn't change colors at all.

 

[theofficialhung]

Doubt it my first pair of distressed RO bounty hunters developed a tear in the vamp from normal use. Probably a defective pair but work leathers that aren't treated to have a worn look (like red dog, black oil, brown oil) should be tougher

 

[Percivilla]

Been wearing these just about every day since spring. I wear them at work which is mostly office but also some field, dog walking, day hikes, basically everywhere.

Brown smooth is SO much better than I was expecting, it's thick but soft from the get go, no discomfort breaking in, super water resistant, tough, no bad creasing, bit of a "tea core", my favorite leather ever.

Arch ease is just awesome, love it.

Build quality is basically perfect. Couple loose threads, big whoop.

These are my fave boots of all time.

Gripes: they squeak. Yep. It's quiet but they both squeak a bit. Hasn't gotten any worse for weeks now and I only hear it on smooth surfaces when it's quiet.

Vibram 430: great, surprising amount of grip, wearing like iron.

Brushed 'em up for the photos, haven't touched them otherwise.

13c

 

[chicagoan2016]

Been wearing these just about every day since spring. I wear them at work which is mostly office but also some field, dog walking, day hikes, basically everywhere.

Brown smooth is SO much better than I was expecting, it's thick but soft from the get go, no discomfort breaking in, super water resistant, tough, no bad creasing, bit of a "tea core", my favorite leather ever.

Arch ease is just awesome, love it.

Build quality is basically perfect. Couple loose threads, big whoop.

These are my fave boots of all time.

Gripes: they squeak. Yep. It's quiet but they both squeak a bit. Hasn't gotten any worse for weeks now and I only hear it on smooth surfaces when it's quiet.

Vibram 430: great, surprising amount of grip, wearing like iron.

Brushed 'em up for the photos, haven't touched them otherwise.

13b

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I like the brown oil tan leather but I think it has stretched more than Horsehide.
Not to mention that double midsoles packers are solid as tanks and…weigh like a tank too 😂

 

[Hellraysaz]

Been wearing these just about every day since spring. I wear them at work which is mostly office but also some field, dog walking, day hikes, basically everywhere.

Brown smooth is SO much better than I was expecting, it's thick but soft from the get go, no discomfort breaking in, super water resistant, tough, no bad creasing, bit of a "tea core", my favorite leather ever.

Arch ease is just awesome, love it.

Build quality is basically perfect. Couple loose threads, big whoop.

These are my fave boots of all time.

Gripes: they squeak. Yep. It's quiet but they both squeak a bit. Hasn't gotten any worse for weeks now and I only hear it on smooth surfaces when it's quiet.

Vibram 430: great, surprising amount of grip, wearing like iron.

Brushed 'em up for the photos, haven't touched them otherwise.

13c

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The creasing or lack thereof is awesome on these.

 

[Percivilla]

The creasing or lack thereof is awesome on these.

Agreed! Love this leather. It was a bit dull/matte out of the box, but after some wear and the occasional brush they start to develop a bit of shine. I've probably brushed them half a dozen times but no conditioning yet.

Didn't notice much stretch but yes, they weigh a ton.

 

[chicagoan2016]

Agreed! Love this leather. It was a bit dull/matte out of the box, but after some wear and the occasional brush they start to develop a bit of shine. I've probably brushed them half a dozen times but no conditioning yet.

Didn't notice much stretch but yes, they weigh a ton.

I recommend a coat of Obenauf oil.
It seemed like the leather was thirsty.

 

[Phalanx]

Guys I love my MPs

 

[wordfool]

So how does a structured 55 last 10 or 10.5 fit in comparison to wolverine sizing? Ii ask because I have 1000 miles in both sizes. Can anyone who responds also post their whites width and heel height selection? Blocked heel would be most helpful and or mp 55 would be most helpful but 55 last in general will do too

When I had Wolverines in a previous life I was the same size as I am in Red Wings -- 10.5D. In White's 55 last (celastic) I'm a 10.5C, so essentially the same (but with an ability to finally match my lowish-volume feet)

 

[Hellraysaz]

My BF Stevens in Natty Maryam arrived Tuesday. These are the 5050 last with a nonstructured toe. They fit perfectly and the finish is nearly perfect, After a few months of wear, the little imperfections will not be noticeable.

I was surprised with the thickness of the leather. Compared to my MP Horse Hides, the Maryam is thicker and stiffer. I hope they soften up as they break-in. They will be a very hearty boot. I have one days wear on them and could not lace them tight. The uppers were so stiff they cut into my ankles. It is going to take some time to soften these guys up. My CXL Bounty Hunters were a breeze to break in compared to these.

I think they are a perfect office 80% and field 20% boot with enough class to be worn with a suit.

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Stumbled across these again. Would love to see how they have aged if you ever feel like it 🙏

 

[Lem87]

Is there a noticable difference between black cxl and black double shot? It seems to have replaced black chromexcel on afew build platform options.