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[dantec]

How about that hahaha I will give it a try at some point, thanks !

@grs did you ever give the 1:1 water/vinegar a try on your Grizzly's? I just picked some up used (but like new) and am experiencing the same issue with the white discoloration.

 

[CFirst7]

@grs did you ever give the 1:1 water/vinegar a try on your Grizzly's? I just picked some up used (but like new) and am experiencing the same issue with the white discoloration.

I had the same issue with mine recently. I tried cleaning it with vinegar, but the white stains would just reappear a few weeks later. So, I went to the store to ask about it, and was told that it's not mold but rather residual oils used to condition the leather during tanning. Apparanetly, these oils can come to the surface due to changes in temperature and humidity. You can use a hairdryer to melt the oil and then wipe off the excess with a cloth. I just brushed it off with a horsehair brush, and it hasn’t come back since.

 

[dantec]

I had the same issue with mine recently. I tried cleaning it with vinegar, but the white stains would just reappear a few weeks later. So, I went to the store to ask about it, and was told that it's not mold but rather residual oils used to condition the leather during tanning. Apparanetly, these oils can come to the surface due to changes in temperature and humidity. You can use a hairdryer to melt the oil and then wipe off the excess with a cloth. I just brushed it off with a horsehair brush, and it hasn’t come back since.

Right on. So you did the hairdryer/wipe or brushed them (or both)?

 

[CFirst7]

Just brushed, only learned about the hairdryer method later and haven't had a chance to try it

 

[grs]

Just brushed, only learned about the hairdryer method later and haven't had a chance to try it

I'll give this a try too. I did the vinegar and it actually worked but yeah it comes back. I believe someone actually suggested this about the oils rising to the top of the leather's surface when I originally asked for help.

 

[bows1]

I grabbed some FW18 Drill Mil pants off Overdye and wear them all the time now. What a comfy pair of pants.

 

[grs]

@CFirst7 Excellent advice! Worked like a charm

 

[Hanto]

Hopefully Japan isn't next for you guys. 🥺

Shein's £50bn London IPO threatened by Trump tariffs - Retail Gazette

Shein's planned London IPO could be at risk from US president Donald Trump moving to close a tax loophole key to its business model.

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Just thinking. This will, if it continues, screw up footwear shipments for Vis surely?

 

[LantonMills]

Just thinking. This will, if it continues, screw up footwear shipments for Vis surely?

I imagine hiroki and the crew will be able to quickly adapt as this wouldn’t be the first time they are faced with these issues.

 

[Fycus]

The FBTs are 146k for AW25, they probably have insane margins on them so it probably doesnt matter about tariffs

 

[CFirst7]

Anyone have the Landers Boots-Folk and can comment on sizing? How do they compare to Virgils, Brigadiers or Poundmakers in terms of width and toe box space?

 

[m.ello]

If anyone gets the wabanaki boots pls comment on the fit ❤

 

[dantec]

Anyone have the Landers Boots-Folk and can comment on sizing? How do they compare to Virgils, Brigadiers or Poundmakers in terms of width and toe box space?

Not sure if this helps, but I'm a US13 in most shoe brands but can get into a US12 in Poundmakers, Skagways, Grizzlys, and FBTs relatively comfortably. I've tried both the Landers and the T.W.O boots, and couldn't get my heel to sit into the boot (like not even close). I wouldn't describe Landers as wide at the opening but since I couldn't get my foot into the boot I can't really comment on the toe box space.

 

[Fycus]

If anyone gets the wabanaki boots pls comment on the fit ❤

True to Virgil size but a bit narrower in the forefoot. Size up half if you need width but heel might slip a tad. I went with 10, my Virgil size, and they're fine but a bit snug in the toes. I also have fairly wide feet.

 

[CFirst7]

Not sure if this helps, but I'm a US13 in most shoe brands but can get into a US12 in Poundmakers, Skagways, Grizzlys, and FBTs relatively comfortably. I've tried both the Landers and the T.W.O boots, and couldn't get my heel to sit into the boot (like not even close). I wouldn't describe Landers as wide at the opening but since I couldn't get my foot into the boot I can't really comment on the toe box space.

Thanks for the insight! I’m also a 12/13 in most brands, but my issue is having wide feet. I can usually fit pretty comfortably in wider silhouettes like Poundmakers, 7 Holes, Grizzlies, or almost any moc-toe styles, but I have to swap out the insoles in Skagways for more space and can’t fit into FBTs at all.
Unfortunately, stores here rarely have size 12 in stock. I saw a pair online, but I want to be sure about the fit before pulling the trigger. Appreciate the heads-up!