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Just took delivery of chestnut Utah rivers, this being my first experience with the leather. It appears very soft and this pair being unlined kind of makes me nervous has anyone had issues with the leather tearing?

No tearing on my Galways but I'm pretty confident the Utah leather does stretch somewhat easy and moreso than regular calf from my experience.
 

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The more I wear this boot the more I appreciate it.
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Looks great. Is that dark oak leather? What color and brand polish do you use?
Thank you . They are dark oak. I used Bick 4, Medaille D'or 1925 Pate De Luxe Neutral and a couple coats of Medaille D'or mirror gloss on the toe caps.
 

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Thought I would post up a few last comparisons photos for those new to EG. Boots left to right : Alden Grant 11.5 D, Alden Plaza 11.5D, Alden Barrie 11D, C&J Harlechs 10.5E UK and EG 82 11/11.5E Uk All very comfortable.
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