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[Trapp]

It works for the roper but it's not a good look for an engineer, in my opinion. Compare it to almost any other well designed engineer (Attractions, Lofgren, etc.) and it's easy to see the variety of other, nicer ways there are to handle that seam.

 

[honestpanda]

They use this pattern on their roper boot

I found this old pair of Viberg x Nigel Cabourn engineers that have this pattern as well

 

[NYDRH]

I found this old pair of Viberg x Nigel Cabourn engineers that have this pattern as well

I was googling their roper boots and it appears they at least use both as well. I don't have a strong preference for one pattern over the other. Aside from the owner I don't think anyone would ever notice the difference.

 

[NYDRH]

It works for the roper but it's not a good look for an engineer, in my opinion. Compare it to almost any other well designed engineer (Attractions, Lofgren, etc.) and it's easy to see the variety of other, nicer ways there are to handle that seam.

I know what you're saying but that seam is not what I care about for an engineer.Clinch, Lofgren, attractions, role club to me are all about the vamp and toe in terms of design

 

[Trapp]

Aside from the owner I don't think anyone would ever notice the difference.

True, though I would argue the owner is the only one who counts.

 

[Trapp]

I know what you're saying but that seam is not what I care about for an engineer.Clinch, Lofgren, attractions, role club to me are all about the vamp and toe in terms of design

For sure. Vamp and toe are paramount and, from what I can see, I like the vamp and toe on this 2030 engineer. I also like most of the other details, including the shorter shaft (but not too short), the rolled top, the heel / sole combo, and the fact that, unlike any of the others you mention, this is stitchdown, which isn't better or worse but makes it a little more uniquely Viberg.

Still, I see that vertical seam as a fail. It's a missed opportunity, totally omitting one of the very visible things that looks nice in a classic engineer (the heel counter curving forward over the front, which can be seen no matter how you wear your jeans / trousers). When I look at the profiles of any of those other engineers, or vintage ones, and compare it to this viberg, it's difficult not to see some king of balance lacking in the Viberg. Which, to me, is strange given how carefully balanced their service boots are.

 

[ghdvfddzgzdzg]

i feel like this drop has some dope stuff, someday i'll regret feeling like i have too many shoes rn to buy anything
(brown split horse, reverse kudu, black split horse)

 

[honestpanda]

The split horsebutt reminds me of a wallet I bought from Guarded Goods in Guidi Reverse Culatta.

 

[trevorplease]

Digging the light grey horsebutt

Service Boot Light Grey Horsebutt

The Service Boot is an updated interpretation of our original work boot, designed by our founder Edwin Viberg in 1931. It is a classic lace up, ankle boot pattern and a versatile option in any wardrobe. It was the first model we offered and remains our most popular today.

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Is this leather Maryann too? Wish the tongue was the regular semi gusseted and not lined

 

[vettemike]

i feel like this drop has some dope stuff, someday i'll regret feeling like i have too many shoes rn to buy anything
(brown split horse, reverse kudu, black split horse)

Dainite soles kill it for me. So I guess I should thank Viberg for making it an easy decision not to buy anything.

 

[ghdvfddzgzdzg]

@vettemike true. Would love a traditional heel like that (personally, no thanks to any of this wedge/ripple stuff) in something other than dainite.

 

[NYDRH]

@vettemike true. Would love a traditional heel like that (personally, no thanks to any of this wedge/ripple stuff) in something other than dainite.

I'd love it if they did more vibram half sole type stuff and leather

 

[NYDRH]

For sure. Vamp and toe are paramount and, from what I can see, I like the vamp and toe on this 2030 engineer. I also like most of the other details, including the shorter shaft (but not too short), the rolled top, the heel / sole combo, and the fact that, unlike any of the others you mention, this is stitchdown, which isn't better or worse but makes it a little more uniquely Viberg.

Still, I see that vertical seam as a fail. It's a missed opportunity, totally omitting one of the very visible things that looks nice in a classic engineer (the heel counter curving forward over the front, which can be seen no matter how you wear your jeans / trousers). When I look at the profiles of any of those other engineers, or vintage ones, and compare it to this viberg, it's difficult not to see some king of balance lacking in the Viberg. Which, to me, is strange given how carefully balanced their service boots are.

I totally see your point but I'm looking at them again online and I'm actually really liking the look of these horsebutt engineers

 

[caffed]

Some questions for anyone who might know…

- Anyone know how makes the brown oiled calf? CF Stead?

Service Boot Brown Oiled Calf

The Service Boot is an updated interpretation of our original work boot, designed by our founder Edwin Viberg in 1931. It is a classic lace up, ankle boot pattern and a versatile option in any wardrobe. It was the first model we offered and remains our most popular today.

viberg.com

It looks to be the same as the DR shoe https://divisionroadinc.com/products/viberg-derby-shoe-2030-vibram-2060-brown-oiled-calf

- Anyone know how the Italian horsebutt compares to what Horween produces?
the black, brown and grey are unlined. Is it super thick? I have the DR Brown Peaky Blinders and they’re lined. Thick but still good.

- Anyone know how Kudu suede (reverse kudu) ages? How does the nap hold up, darken, etc…


thank you in advance!

 

[justsayno]

Agreed - Why change the old pattern? We need answers

It works for the roper but it's not a good look for an engineer, in my opinion. Compare it to almost any other well designed engineer (Attractions, Lofgren, etc.) and it's easy to see the variety of other, nicer ways there are to handle that seam.