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I have read that on here before. I think it wears at least the same as the comparable 700, which is much inferior, IMHO. The 430 and, of course, the 100, are thicker and therefore wear longer. Just my thoughts.^^The Vibram 269 does have a history of wearing out quickly. Something to be aware of at least.
I've seen plenty of soft toe's posted here, generally fresh out of the box, but I haven't seen this sort of indentation.
Is:
a) these indentations are an exception,
b) photos straight out of the box hide what happens without a cellastic toe, or
c) other?
Even for a hard sole it's extremely comfortable. The 700 killed my feet at times. The 269 is nice and bouncy. I can't say enough good things about that sole.
I have similar creasing although not as bad on the 55 last. I wish I had known the toes were this soft as ii would have chosen clastic or gone with toe caps.@discomute
Another thing, my foot geometry is not typical. I had to go with a last and size to accomodate freak toe shape/splay that isnt symmetrical to the last vs. the shape of my foot excepting the toes. I think the creasing is atypical. I hope this makes sense.
I looked at pics of every pair of White's available. Here, AAAC, Reddit, Ironheart... I agree with you.
I went half size down for my MPs and the fit was spot on. It probably has more to do with my specific feet, but my MPs have spoiled me because I doubt I could find a more perfect fitting boot.
Yeah, I can see it being bad for work. As a casual boot though, it's great. At least for West Coast weather.The 700 that came with my resole feels a little softer than the original one, but I like that it's a little harder because it lasts that much longer. I'd shred through the 269 in no time and I've seen issues with the tread peeling off. I got 4 years of daily use out of the last 700 and the grip pattern it has is better for my work conditions on smooth concrete that can be wet at times. It provides good slip resistance even as it wears out. The 269 wouldn't provide any. Also wanted a full sole so I didn't have to worry about damaging the leather underneath with water/chemicals or sharp surfaces.
Long time no post. Bounty Hunters holding up well:
Anyone have any info about getting new heel caps put on their White's by people other than White's/Baker's? I'm not getting close to the heel stack just yet, but I very well might before too long. Shipping expenses just to get a new heel cap put on would be pretty nuts, and the rest of the sole has tons of life left. Is this something that can be safely handled by most cobblers?
I agree. I can't comment on it for work. I was referring to casual wear. I have only worn the #100 for work.Yeah, I can see it being bad for work. As a casual boot though, it's great. At least for West Coast weather.