/fa/ - Fashion

Would Red Wing Beckman or Iron Ranger be a good choice for a winter boot?

>>8607161
Warmth-wise both are fine, you'd want Beckmans in the snow though.

>>8607193
Yeah I was kinda feeling the Beckman's more anyway.
Cool, exactly what I wanted to hear.

>>8607161
They're both pretty good boots but Iron Ranger appeals to be more
It seems more flexible

what do you guys think of these for a fall/winter boot?

>>8607156
which one is that?

>>8607341
those are alden indy boots

>>8607233
have fun falling on your ass because those soles have no traction on ice

>>8607453

It doesn't snow or get icy where I live. It's usually in the 30's-40's during the winter. So I'm more concerned on how they look.

i ordered some of these with a vibram eton lug sole. they should be here sometime in september. I'm pretty excited.

>>8607463
oh. well in that case, they look fine. personally i'd go for doc martens for black chunky boots, but there's nothing wrong with those.

So what would be great boots for ice/rain weather in a 100~150$ price range

>>8607156
I just pulled out all my cowboy boots to get them leather-lotioned for the upcoming fall. So, here's a pic.

That's not all my boots, just the cowboys, so I'll take another pic of my others in a bit, after I lotion those.

>>8607219
Problem with the Iron Rangers is that the sole is pretty much flat, offering little traction in wet environments. I agree that they look nicer - I have a pair that I really like.

currently shopping around.

best 8 inch boots that don't go over $200?

>>8607514
please post a fit wearing these because as a non american i have no idea how someone could incorporate these into a modern fit.
do not disappoint you are representing the usa.

bumping with boot inspo

>>8608068
pls post more boot inspo, tryna decide whether to cop boots

Id these boots and w2c?

>>8608493

how do dr martens do on ice/snow?

i live in boulder colorado and have yet to find an /fa/ boot that is dull black and waterproof

mostly because i have no arms or legs and am legally retarded

>>8608559
classic mfa pic

>>8608610
Not bad, not good. I live in New Mexico so I always have some actual ground mixed in with the snow/ice. The transition from snow/ice to tile/linoleum floors is a hassle. My skate shoes seem to do a better job.

>>8608068
>>8608493
K I've got a few

>>8608493
ayy

lmao

rip

Poorfag here, should I cop these in the brown? Can't afford red wings

>>8608976
Eh I'm not a fan of the rubber toe but for winter purposes it seems alright

>>8608989
I don't like it either, are there alternatives under 100?

>>8609006
if you dont like something about what youre copping never cop.
is one of the top rules like not settling for something thats not your proper size because you'll just not wear it

>>8609015
It's the best option I can find so far

>>8608645
w2c

>>8609020
well then do without because you'll just end up not wearing them or a few weeks later you'll find a better option and regret it.
never settle.

What's /fa/'s opinion on Japanese boots?

>>8609032
What if I never find a perfect boot

>>8609040
The struggle :(

>>8608976
is there a similar boot under 6" also for under $100?

>>8609035
looks a lot like CDB but otherwise nothing bad about it

>>8609095
haha wut
not even a chukka

Where can I find something similar? These are by Topman but are unavailable everywhere. I'm looking for a non bulky boot.

What's the best way to wear a 6" boot?

>>8609630
on your feet :^)

>>8607819
This.
Rangers aren't good for anything but light rainy winters and dry autumns.
Slip and die in any other instance.

>>8608976
>Can't afford red wings
Check out Chippewa and Thorogood.
They are less expensive substitutes that are fine. They're not as good as RW's, but you get what you pay for and these two brands aren't bad.
They'll last longer than those glued together palladiums that's for sure.

>>8609909
I have a pair of Chippewas right now and I love them. Would definitely rec to anyone looking for a half decent boot for a reasonable price. Mine are steel toe, which I need for work, but they look fucking great and are pretty comfy. I'm saving up for a pair of White's, though.

>>8609975
>I'm saving up for a pair of White's, though
You'd best get onto that asap.
The company was recently sold to one of those big conglomerates that is itself foreign owned. They want to rapidly "expand production".

Better buy now before they get shit.

>>8610013
oh fuck

>>8610022
Yeah.
Better hurry.
Apparently their current build time is like 3 weeks (compared to 6-8 standard). The old owners are still there for little while, but once they leave then the new managers will be shoehorned in and that's when we'll start to see the slide.

Do it.
Do it now.
(buy via Bakers - don't go direct from White's)

Did I do good..?

>>8609095
literally retarded

w2c

>>8610078
dayton service boots

>>8610078
>>8610095
>$547
Damn
Sucks being a college kid

>>8608559
that guys ugly as fuck

>>8607453
I've walked around on ice rinks with christy soles without any problems. Nothing without metal spikes is going to have a ton of traction.

>>8610109
They're overpriced for what you get and QC is shit. Expect to return them as soon as you get them so they can rectify their inevitable fuck up.
Oh, and they take 6months at that, and yet can't release a product without faults. Look up dayton service boots and the common experiences people have had with them and you won't want them anymore.

>>8610109
there are plenty of cheaper alternatives. I can afford them but I wouldn't pay that much for such a plain boot.

>>8610120
well what doesn't suck ass but looks just as dope

>>8610125
so what would be recommended for a hard winter/rain weather boot

>>8610151
if you're after something of a similar style, then probably Red Wing iron rangers. I don't live in quite that sort of climate though so I don't really have a need to look into that sort of thing very much.

Cop or not? I'm really digging the black details on the boots, do you guys think these can be work casually with jeans? I'm worried, first time getting boots.

>>8610134
they don't look that good they're really fucking wide
wider than wolverines and red wings
they just dont have a bulbous toebox
look at them from other angles compared to other boots
nothing special

>>8610180
not a fan

>>8610185
Not a fan of the company? Or the boot itself?

>>8610180
Those are real work boots. Unless you're a prole or live in a swamp why aren't you looking at chippewas casual line?

>>8610191
That one was under Outdoor>Utility. Which category is the casual line? I guess I'm missing something

>>8610180
check these out brother

http://www.bootbarn.com/Chippewa-Men%27s-Utility-Work-Boots/2000495,default,pd.html?dwvar_2000495_color=Brown

>>8610200
Thanks for taking the time to spoonfeed me, but I'm not a fan of the color. I'm looking for something like this. I would get the ones I originally posted, with the black details, but compatibility with wardrobe is an issue, and I think those might be overkill.

http://www.chippewaboots.com/footwear/outdoor/utility/55074

>>8610195
http://www.chippewaboots.com/footwear/original/general-utility/

>mfw found out a red wings boots store is only 3 miles away from my house

>>8610276
I can see her nipples in that dress. They are almost as big as her boobs.

>>8607161
Depends on what kind of winter. I almost got killed last winter wearing Iron Rangers in Toronto by the ice on the sidewalk. I'm sure you would need a replacement sole, the original is suicidal.

>>8607156
Anyone know what to cop some brown brogue boots with a white sole like the ones in that pic of Wooster that gets posted all the time?

>>8608068
what boots are those and where to cop

>>8611014
Yeah the Beckman's seem to be better choice as far as the sole goes, I'll probably get them.

>>8608725
WTC dem lovely boots

>>8607161
Beckman, unless you get a resole on the iron ranger, or one of the iron rangers that has a different sole, like the one they did for Brooks Brothers.

don't forget to consider the icecutter

>>8611605
They don't seem to carry the icecutter anywhere near me though and it seems tad 'bulky' as far as looks go.
Though that also makes them look more like a really good winter shoe, like those things look warm as fuck.
Kinda leaning on the Beckmans at the moment, they'll probably hold pretty well through fall and early spring as well and I like the look of them the best.

Viberg which pair?

Don't want shined leather boots. Want these, but cant decide between two pairs.

>>8611621
>>8611621
Comando soles.

How shit is allsaints?

>>8607156

Is there a decent non-fuccboi boot that I can buy that's not $300+ fucking dollars?

I feel like the start up costs to be even moderately /fa/ are insane.

Clark's desert boot? Or is that fuccboi/dadcore?

>>8611457

ur welcome m8

>>8611705
its a basic, but if you can find boots on sale you can get them under 300. Mostly unwanted sizes though.

>>8611670
my boots have been fine since i bought them 8 months ago on sale

>>8611670
Apparently all-saints are pretty good for boots - only heard pretty good things

Which one /fa/?

I am in need of a good pair of boots for the coming fall and winter.

I'm a poor college student trying to find a reasonably effay winter boot in the 100 - 200 USD range. Does such a thing exist? Pls help

>>8612163
Left no doubt

>>8612120
yes
wait for sales
end was selling fracaps for $110 a few weeks ago
just be patient

>>8612163

Left pair for grip obviously. Although you'd still have to weatherproof them

>>8612166
Check out timberland's boots.

I've had a pair for 3 years and they are still holding up pretty well.

>>8612166
yes
wait for sales
end was selling fracaps for $110 a few weeks ago
just be patient

>>8612163

Left are dope. Which model is that?

I can't stand the loud contrast stitching for normal Indys.

Want these so fucking bad but too broke :((

>>8612188
>>8612192

I'll keep my eyes peeled guys. Thanks.

>>8612186
Well, grip might not be that big of a problem. I was told by a cobbler that it was possible to just glue a thin vibram sole under a boot with a flat sole.

>>8612197
Alden rugged workboots in dark brown kudu leather

Thought on this sale? Need winter boots. It'll only ice one or two days where I live so the grip doesn't need to be perfect.

http://m.asos.com/mt/us.asos.com/Jack-Jones-Leather-Boots-Pepper/13mu65/?iid=4016472&cid=1935&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=50&sort=-1&clr=Black&mporgp=L0phY2stSm9uZXMvSmFjay1Kb25lcy1MZWF0aGVyLUJvb3RzLVBlcHBlci9Qcm9kLw..&un_jtt_v_frompage=1

>>8612120

Really? I've only heard horror stories.

I'm deciding on some military boots and I've kind of narrowed it down to these two. If anybody has any other suggestions fitting a budget of $300 it'll be much appreciated.

>>8612277
Buy the left pair

what boots are those and where to cop
I need them so much

What boots would you recommend for hot Summers? I prefer boots to sneakers but sometimes my Iron Rangers make my feet pretty sweaty.

>>8612276

REALLY sorry for the shitty mobile link, guys.

Here's a pic and a better link. Cop or not?

http://us.asos.com/Jack-Jones-Leather-Boots-Pepper/13mu65/?iid=4016472&SearchQuery=jack%20boots&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Black&mporgp=L0phY2stSm9uZXMvSmFjay1Kb25lcy1MZWF0aGVyLUJvb3RzLVBlcHBlci9Qcm9kLw....

>>8607453
Guess we should wear ice climbing boots wherever we go. Better carry a rifle too incase polar bears.

>>8612316
Googled the sole for it and it looks fine, go for it.

>>8612316
>>8612322
Though I have to say, I'm not a huge fan of the thick contrast sole.

Do RW Iron Rangers hold up decently in the snow? Nothing heavy, just like a 10 minute walk in a foot of snow maybe 5 - 10 times a year.

I'm considering Iron Rangers or both Clarks Mali (for good weather) and bean boots (for bad weather).

>>8612339

Winter won't be here for a while so I can definitely wait to cop. I've seen contrast soles I like on other shoes, but I was curious whether or not they'd work for leather boots.

>>8612163
I have left. They're awesome.

>>8612315
deserts should be good for u

>>8612186
>Left pair for grip obviously. Although you'd still have to weatherproof them
You actually don't. Kudu leather just doesn't absorb anything. I wore mine all winter, didn't put anything on them, and they never stained.

>>8612214

Up to you. If you don't have to deal with snow then go for it.

>>8612356
Any recommendations for brands or styles?

>>8612360
Well thank you hip$ster and every anon who answered.

I am going to go with the Kudu leather boots.

As an aside, I heard that their size ran large, is it true?

>>8612340
>buying meme boots

>>8612377
Yeah. I'm a size 10 and size 9 in trubalance fit me perfectly.

>>8612340
Neither

>>8612379
You probably wear shitty ass chippewas

>>8611629

that comando sole version is dope as fuck

For all black boots, should i get the 1460 monos, or the clarks desert mali?

>>8612481
Really depends on what you're going for. Malis are less edgy, obviously look slimmer and smarter and will wear better than the docs that are made at the moment which use pretty shitty plastic like leather and wear badly. But if you want docs there's no alternative

>>8612481

... or are there any better alternatives for under $160?

>>8607156
What's the most /fa/ combat boot? Big army won't let me wear my cool ones anymore.

>>8612277
those two boots are so wildly different i dont understand how both could match the same wardrobe

>>8612277

hair-on leather is super ugly

>>8611629
>>8611621
If you're not in a rush, Styleforum is planning on having some kind of rough out makeup in September.
http://www.styleforum.net/t/392761/viberg-for-styleforummarket-com-mto-copper-task-roughout-service-boot-on-the-110-last
They ran out of the beautiful copper task leather but Viberg is looking for something similar.

I've checked out the Gentry NYC kudu service boot you posted and it is very nice in person.

The mocha rough out doesn't do much for me. I think rough out looks better in lighter colors.

>>8612509
w2c desert malis in australia

Whats your opinion on Dr. Marten's?

>>8613078
basic acceptable boot, but some people associate them with try hard tweens

>>8613078
depends on what you're expecting from your boots

>>8613084
>>8613086
Thanks

>>8613094
i meant acceptable in terms of quality/cost, but ye their designs are classics

>>8613054
cant even cop them in the uk and clarks is a british company.
its bullshit.

What are some chelseas that have more of a work boot look rather than the dressy look you see on most chelseas i.e. sleek with a very pointed narrow toe

>>8613519
rmw
rossi
pretty much any australian boot maker

>>8613519
blundstones

>>8613545
blunnies are proper shit m8

>>8609282
Try Clark's Desert Malis

>>8608559
Saved for inspo, any more??

>>8611670
Don't pay full price for them. Either get student discount or wait for the sale. Also those boots have hair on them. Don't buy those ones.

>>8612166
save up $100 more and get yourself a pair of redwings or chevaliers or sagaras. you won't regret it.

>>8612166
save up $100 more and get yourself a pair of redwings or chevaliers or sagaras. you won't regret it.

>>8612340
Get Beckmans instead of iron rangers. the iron ranger sole will make you fall on your ass, while the beckman sole is a bit better. and make sure you wipe the salt off of your boots otherwise that will fuck them up.

bean boots are good for all kinds of weather, sturdy as fuck. if you can rock the aesthetic they're nice.


>>8614594
hair? what?

>>8613893
see pic

>>8613893

>>8610060
w2c?

>>8613893

>>8614648
Alden x JCrew Snuff Suede

not sold anymore though

>>8614653
gross

>>8613893

what does /fa/ think of these boots?

>>8614749
not stylish enough to forgive how shitty they are as a boot.

>>8607233
>black

>>8614749
r u avin a giggle m8?

>>8607511
Timb

Just sent an email to The Shoe Mart re: Trubalance sizing. Hopefully I can pull the trigger on these beauties soon.

Nope, i'm just not /fa/. Thought they looked good.

What about these

>>8609095
They look like moc toe crepe sole red wings if those looked like shit.

>>8610276
Mines across the street. If they don't have the heritage line it's useless though. Redwing dealers are super nice though. Talked to the guy for an hour and a half about dogs and hunting.

>>8611705
Mali desert boots

>>8614749

Back to Berkeleys are awesome, but that colorway not so much. The all black ones are GOAT

>>8614806
I have a primarily blue/teal wardrobe though

What say you guys?

>>8613545
>>8613587
>blundstones
>made in china

>buying low quality traitorous shit

yeah, you do that

need moneys to get russells

what's a good dull black boot with a small toebox that is good for wearing in the snow?

i would look and search but im retarded and have no fingers or toes or computer or keyboard or internet connection

I've got a pair of these. Pretty happy with them. Comfy as fuck. Cool silhouette. I hate the welt though. Looks like fucking particle board.

>>8614838
pretty nice

Should I buy these?

I need new footwear

>>8614635
what kind of boots are these?

>>8611711
Does anyone have the link to the lands end shirt? I tried looking on the site and can't find the exact same one.

are butteros worth the money?

r'ing boots like pic related, black, small sole

>>8615863
is this like a kid's boot?
ayy lmao

Should I?

They look SEXXXYYYY

Trickers Stow in Tan with Commando sole.
Classy but tough enough for any surface.
Wore them one season,still look like barley new.

>>8616161
they look too much like space pods because of the welt
I wanted a pair until I handled them in person

way too bulky for me

>still look like barley new.
lel

>>8616154
>Click here
Clown shoes

>>8616161
They crease like cheap shoes.

That's why I'm such a fan of Allen Edmonds. Pic related is from "badowners". A site where some guy takes shoes from people who neglect/abuse them and hell do some basic refinishing work. These weren't that bad to begin with, but you can tell they've been walked in quite a bit and they still look good. They develop "waves" instead of creasing.

Why do ya'll niggas be pretending to work in a factory or construction site when you don't?

>>8616543
>They develop "waves" instead of creasing.
Yeah, that's only because they're made out of shell cordovan, not calf leather like most shoes.

All cow leathers crease, shell ripples and waves.
They are usually 3-4 times the price.

>>8612316
Hey guys,, looking for black boots for like 120 USD or less. So far have liked these though the contrasting sole and fur are putting me off a bit. Any other recommendations?

Any of these three?

>>8616543
those 'waves' are called tight grain creasing versus loose grain creasing which is the shitty kind that you see on cheap or poorly clicked boots. (clicking is the process of selecting the leather to make into the boots, the clicker is supposed to select parts of leather that are thick and won't crease too much)

>>8616982
all of those look pretty bad. check this out
http://www.zappos.com/chippewa-service-boot-black-odessa

>>8611670
Dat feel when I want them so bad but I wear 40 and they only make 41 size

>>8616612
>wearing boots means you must work in a factory or construction site
Having worked at both, I can say that you should have actual specialized workboots for them.
There is this thing called "winter" and leather shoes are rather convenient during that time.

>>8617011
>those 'waves' are called tight grain creasing versus loose grain creasing which is the shitty kind that you see on cheap or poorly clicked boots. (clicking is the process of selecting the leather to make into the boots, the clicker is supposed to select parts of leather that are thick and won't crease too much)
wrong

see
>>8616659
NOTHING but shell has waves, every leather creases except for shell
that's its selling point

>>8617011

Thanks but I'm in the Uk

>>8617014
buy them and wear thick ass socks

How come people get so obsessed with these old-timey designed,heritage workwear inspired boots? Why don't you guys try some more contemporary designs? You're not using these for work so might as well stop dressing like some 1940's lumberjack cosplayer

>>8617105
They are kinda timeless and easy to make work

>>8608664
what boots r those

>>8617105
>muh.. muh monochrome

>>8617105
>Why don't you guys try some more contemporary designs?
mostly because the "contemporary" designed boots are bad quality

the brands that make boots have been doing it for a long time

newer brands with newer designs are mostly junk

plz post alternatives if you can think of any

>>8617126
Like MMM side zips, or Guidis. minimal
All the brogued stuff and the heritage workwear boots look a little tryhard and overwrought.
I can understand maybe 1 pair if you're into that but seems like there's these dudes who have 10+ pairs of nearly identical aldens or wingtipped things that look very dated. just trying to understand the mindset

>>8617130
"Quality" for what though? Walking around? actual workmen and soldiers have newer shit with good tech and would last a lot longer under more extreme conditions. you guys are just wearing them casually or for hiking at best. design is more important than quality in that function no? u could get steel toed workboots from wolverine for $100 or less if u just wanted something rugged and long lasting

>>8617105
Well for starters, I will come off as MFA as fuck but I love boots. They feel great to wear, they look good, and are functional. I have a pair of LL Bean Katahdins and I love these things. Great for winter months in Colorado.
The thing about boots is that they are a timeless design. For the most part, there isn't really a huge need to update the style because they are already so simple. Whereas sneakers have seen plenty of redesigns as time went on, any attempts to redesign the boot fell through. There isn't much else you can do to it. You can bet broguing I suppose, but that's about it.

Really, if you want a contemporary boot, you are better off looking at something with a sleeker profile. CDBs get a lot of shit because this place is terrified of MFA but at the end of the day they still look pretty good for the price. Other than that, maybe some Wolverine 1ks or some Alden boots . Personally, I like both but dressy boots aren't as functional as say a classic work boots obviously even though they look good.
It is basically a personal preference. I'd fancy some 1ks though I tell you what.

>>8617150
They warm
It gets cold
They will last me long ass fucking time if I take care of them
Is it that hard to wrap your head around that?

>>8617169
They look alright to me, since they are quite simple. Thanks for the well written reply.

What do you think about stuff like this?

>>8617175
many boots will do that though with a more contemporary design: workboot, fashion, etc..
why is the obsession always with the heritage styles?

>>8617186
Oh yeah, Chelseas. I almost forgot. I know nothing about Chelsea boots, but arguably those are just as good.
Anyways, the pair you posted look alright. I don't know anything about the brand or the price, so I obviously can't tell you anything about quality but in terms of appearence it is a good design.

>>8617192
>many boots will do that though with a more contemporary design
Post some then
All these firms have made the same model boots since forever so naturally it's "heritage" look, but boots are timeless, that's the thing, they will always look good.

>>8617169
>>/propane/

>>8617199
anything with decent leather and a replaceable sole that is stitched on would be fine right? you can shearling (real or synthetic) line for colder weather. thousands of designs out there besides these heritage types. wolverine seems popular here with their heritage line, but they have newer stuff too. no interest in their newer designs?

>>8617233
>thousands of designs out there
Fucking post some already nigga
And like everyone has already said thousand times, these designs are timeless as fuck, it's a safe buy, because the chances are, you can rock them 20 years from now if you have kept them in shape without looking like an idiot.
And they work with so many styles.

>>8617206
wut

>>8617249
go to wolverine's site if u dont believe that there are more designs available than mocs, brogued wingtips, and other heritage styles. not going to waste time uploading. also many other companies making boots that don't focus on the heritage aesthetic.
I wouldn't say anyone is an idiot for wearing heritage boots, just that there is better tech out there if u want something practical, and more designs out there if u dont want to look dated. some of those dress boots posted in this thread look reallllly affected and out of place

>>8617150
>"Quality" for what though?
quality of construction leading to longevity that is not found in crappy footwear

does anyone need a reason to buy something that isn't crap?

>>8617150
>actual workmen and soldiers have newer shit with good tech and would last a lot longer under more extreme conditions
actually that's not true

soldiers and workmen invariably use the cheapest because that's what they can afford or that's what' they're issued

besides, in this day and age longevity of boots is not needed for soldiers and workmen boots because once they're worn out they can be cheaply replaced when they get fucked
best not to wear the same boots over and over anyway because you don't want them to fail when you need them most
hence a fresh pair when needed

people who aren't soldiers or workers don't have to limit themselves to the ephemeral junk and buy things that look nice, are well made and last multiple resolings

>>8617308
ur mad if u dont think u can get well made boots using modern tech and designs

i think u are romanticising your heritage boots a bit. and they only look "nice" in certain contexts in certain heritage fits. have seen a lot of out of place aldens on mfa

Bought these at the end of last season

>>8617328

>>8617282
>wolverine's
and there you reveal your ignorance I'm afraid

wolverine's boots, with the sole exception of 1 or 2 in the 1k mile range, are chinese made junk

they cannot be resoled, or if they can, the fact that the quality of the materials they are made out of (insole, outsole, uppers, stitching et. al.) means that there is no real point

there is a reason why red wings are so well regarded: they are cheaper or the same price as the 1k mile, they're all made in an american factory with high QC (better than the few american made wolverines any way) and the materials are good quality leading to a better boot.

>, just that there is better tech out there if u want something practical

you still haven't listed a single example of this

besides, we don't need practical, just nice looking and well made

if you knew what you were talking about you'd know how hard it is to find something
good looking
made well out of good materials
for reasonable prices if you are on a budget (though of course this varies from person to person)

>>8617321
>ur mad if u dont think u can get well made boots using modern tech and designs
point me to one then
you've listed nothing and only ranted

>>8617334
How about Lowa? Handmade, can get kevlar in them, Gore-tex, 100 year old company, no heritage line at all. Red Wings are pretty looked down on as far as "quality" is concerned aren't they? Seen people online slagging them.

If you just need "nice looking" and "well made" why don't you look at Prada, MMM, Guidi, etc

I think you're probably invested in the heritage workwear aesthetic so you discount any other styles or brands outside of your comfort zone as you are contradicting yourself a lot.

>>8617334
>red wings
>good quality
top kek

>>8617334
>you still haven't listed a single example of this
Fucking this
There is a reason why basic leather shoes are still popular and widely used, they are fucking good, they are simple, they last, they are easy to take care of, they are warm, they are sturdy and they breathe. Not that there is anything wrong with new materials, just that basic leather shoes hold up just as well.
Like why the fuck is this nigga trying to rile up some shit? Did your dad fuck you wearing leather shoes or what?

How's quality with Doc Martens? I heard they're absolute shit now

this isnt one of those stupid astronaut shoe threads?

what is happening

>>8617441
No one said anything about leather materials. Learn to read, retard.

>>8617105
because people actually like the style of the classic boots you fuckwit
not everyone wants to cosplay as an autistic gothninja

>>8617524
yea MMM and guidi are goth ninja. so defensive bro, whats wrong missed out on a jcrew sale?

>>8615800
Looks like their chambray line but I don't think that color is in stock atm

>>8612166
Wait for Christmas. Beg relatives for boots.

>>8617540
>heritage style boots = mfa classy gentleman
stay ignorant

>>8617551
post fit

>>8614651
w2c? Those boots are super cool

anyone have any experience with these boots?

Im curious about quality, and fit

>>8615698
red wing iron rangers

So somebody's selling those for about 75 euros, my size. S-should I cop?

i will ask again w2c

>>8617703
Yes

>>8617364
>lowa
hiking boots aesthetic aka fugly if not innawoods
glued construction

maybe if i was going camping

>kevlar, Gore-tex
and why are they needed in an urban boot?
do you even know what those materials are or what their properties are?

>Red Wings are pretty looked down on as far as "quality" is concerned aren't they? Seen people online slagging them.
everything online is slagged
as far as red wing goes their line that gets the most flak are their WORKWEAR line of which some models are made in china

no one in this thread has been talking about their chinese workboot line, nor their us-made workboot line for that matter

>Prada
lol
if that's what you consider quality, fine
the rest of the world sees prada for what it is

>MMM
nice designs, cost much more than any red wings
>Guidi
also, cost much more
nice designs, very good leather
still the pricing is in an order of magnitude beyond american heritage work boots like red wings heritage, wolverine 1k's or some chippewa and thorogoods

>I think you're probably invested in the heritage workwear aesthetic so you discount any other styles or brands outside of your comfort zone as you are contradicting yourself a lot.
nope
I've not contradicted myself once
I only own one pair of red wings and I find them adequate
my other boots are english, canadian or australian
the redwings were the cheapest and are the only ones that are obviously prole inspired
yet they fare pretty well compared to the others as far as quality of construction, they had less QC issues compared to my vibergs that's for sure

you assume far too much
>>8617375
quality is a relative thing retard
compared to what? vibergs? trickers? john fucking lobb?
of course not
dumbass

>>8617540
do u own guidi or mmm boots

>>8617703
what are they?

>>8617721
Wolverines, I don't know which model

>>8617717
no but they're brands he's heard of on /fa/

>>8616612
why do you pretend to be a faggot by wearing fairy boots?
you aren't one right? then why advertise free ass that way with those ugly shits on you feet?

>>8617727
the likely sad truth
my bet is that he's never even tried a pair on or seen them in the flesh

way too much parroting on /fa/

>>8617712
>lol if that's what you consider quality
>quality is a relative thing retard
>nope I've not contradicted myself once
oh....

>>8617731
way too much parroting on internet fashion forums in general tbh

>>8617731
have you ever owned anything other than dogshit quality rm williams or red wings?

Why are boot threads on every fashion forum so heated and cliquey? Styleforum is even worse than this...

>>8617743
We just don't like others to waste their money on sub-par alternatives, dear nephew.

>>8617725
They're pretty cheap. As long as you can clean them up and you have a wardrobe that suits them go for it.

>>8617739
have you?

>>8615863
i wish they sold these outside the us

>>8617233
>newer stuff
the heritage line is their newest line. it's more expensive because it uses higher quality materials.

>>8617541
Yeah, that's what I thought. Can't find the exact color.

>>8617308
>workmen invariably use the cheapest

wtf, they use whats most comfortable and safe

>>8617728
pleb
>>8617017
are you implying mine aren't leather?

>>8618357
>wtf, they use whats most comfortable and safe
those are usually pretty cheap
a general construction worker isn't going to be wearing $400 boots, but 100-180 that are just replaced when they get too much cement/other crap on them or the soles finally give

>>8608664
W2C jacket?

>>8615597
that's the leather's natural color, dipshit

>>8614653
you must have responded to the wrong post

>>8616154
weird as shit looking imo

>>8616543
shell and calf crease differently. calf doesn't always crease badly, but sometimes it does, and it's not necessarily linked to the quality of the leather. a lot of other factors can affect how badly a shoe/boot creases.

>>8617105
contemporary designs like what? something tech-ish with a bunch of synthetic materials and stretchy cords on them? sneakerboots? I don't see anyone saying that we need to change the basic shape of the shirt, or the classic pair of trousers. boots are a pretty simple design. there's no reason to stray too far from the many old boot designs out there.

and all the new "tech" going into shoes is mostly bullshit. these "old-timey" boots are actually very functional and comfortable.

>>8617375
dunno why you contrarians like to contest Red Wing's quality when we all know they're extremely well-made boots for the money

>>8617703
no, they're butt-ugly, and they're wolverine's main line which isn't worth very much to begin with

>>8617524
don't shit on gothninjas just because someone rips on the boots you like. people who fuck with rick are actually less likely to be so closed-minded and nasty, IME. It's the fuccbois in Nike and Vans who dish out the most shitposting, I think.

W2C chelseas like Sean Locke's?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=c74EGtCqsn8#t=1594

>>8618755
these better be some fucking good boots with the shit im having to go through to view this video.
>"not available in your country"
i'm in the fucking UK

>>8619332

>>8619354
im just watching it now and you post this you fucking cunt.
im out.

Looking for some black boots 130USD or less. I know it's kind of a stretch but I was hoping there were some good options available at that price range.

>>8614635

If you buy rangers you're supposed to put a new sole on them. 20 bucks at a cobbler and they'll throw a nice vibram "patch" on. Good for ages. I had mine done 2 years ago and they have been holding up in wisconsin winter.

>>8619354
those look like very oily red wing chelseas.

>>8619868
definitely. look at the stitching: it's red around the stretchy part (I don't know chelsea terminology).

mystery solved.

W2c these boots or similar, preferably in a slightly darker colour.

>>8619937
that's a Grenson Fred

similar boots would be any tan leather brogue boots with some kind of wedge sole

>>8619937
Those are Grenson's Fred boot.

>>8619957
>>8619944
Thank you! I knew the name of them had been posted on here at some point before, but I had forgotten.

>>8607948
Just wear jeans over them if you're a guy. Don't get slim cuts, get regular fit jeans since the sides protrude somewhat.

new thread?

Trying to find a cheap pair of black combat-ish boots at the moment. Considering some zip up Docs because the speed hooks on my Iron Rangers has spoiled me on a quick tie.

So, uhh, jump boots

How about em?

>>8620803
oh I quite like that. w2c?

shit i just made a thread before posting here, but does anyone know boots like these / who makes boots like these / where I could find boots like these?

>>8620670
Zip ups never look good, it's worth not being lazy. I'm in the same boat looking for some black combat boots that go a little high up the shin

>>8619937
dont cop grenson go for Trickers

http://www.brokenhomme.com/shop/steel-toe-james-boot/

Anyone know anything about Broken Homme?

>>8621041
don't know much about it
i dont like the white stitching tho

>>8621047
http://www.brokenhomme.com/shop/james-boot-black/

How bout now m8
>no steel cap

>>8621056
like i said before, i don't know much about their quality or longevity
but if you like em go for it

w2c military style black boot for under $150?

I was considering Clarks Desert Mali all black, even though they're more formal looking and not at all a rugged military boot, but I'm afraid that if I get them in any rain or snow this upcoming season they'll be ruined. It rains like a bitch here and the snowier months aren't much better.

This color is nice too. Sort of a dark reddish brown. Don't know the effay name for it.

>>8621106
CDB's aren't meant for winter
You might have to look for something more expensive if you want a boot made for winter/rain (100%)

>>8621117

I could theoretically go up to $200 without completely breaking myself, it's just not very ideal and will pretty much blow out my effay budget for the last stipend I'm receiving at the end of my summer job.

I'm put off the CDB for now even though I love the look and would like to cop a pair. If there's a good way to treat a pair of normal boots for water resistance then I think that would be fine too. I can avoid puddles. Honestly, I'm MORE worried about the fucking salt than I am the snow. They salt the earth here like they're earning commission off of every square inch covered.

>>8620867
>Zip ups never look good
it depends on the boot, but yeah for the most part I agree

>>8620949
>dont cop grenson go for Trickers
kinda different pricing
grenson targets the low cost market these days
trickers cost way more unless you go for one or two grenson lines (but even then trickers are the better buy)

>>8621165

implying Guidis arent GOAT

>>8618597
plz respond

>>8621505
doesn't look like they have superfluous laces as well, so that's fine
stupid ones have a zip + laces + velcro straps or some shit

>>8621117
different guy but what would I actually need to be looking at for snow/rain wear
that doesn't force me into like fuckin duck boots

>>8621674
something without crepe soles like cbd's or anything with a smooth sole (red wing IR's)

something with a lugged sole

>>8619868
what could a guy do with these? what would you pair oxblood shoes in general with?

12 euro at thriftshop

>>8621784
imagine they are brown
there you go

>>8622045
Looks great with those pants.

>>8608645
Could someone ID that coat?

r8 my boots fa

>>8622674
o shit forgot pic

>>8613054
move to a country that doesn't suck ass

>>8617551

Lol wtf no, they on that monochrome shit now fuccboi. If you don't like these boots, then why the fuck are you in this thread?

>>8608068
>>8614651
what kind of socks are those?
the socks that are stacking above the boot
>inb4 lurk more

http://www.whitesboots.com/index.php?dispatch=categories.view&category_id=507

>mfw white's makes coffee too

cop or not

>>8624022
Looks like basic wool socks

>>8617708
W2C I'm not that guy but I want to know

>>8610125

lmao no there aren't

there are no good slim boots for under $500. the next cheapest thing is butteros which are still $500.

>>8610184

>"they look really fucking wide"

thanks for confirming that you don't know what you're talking about. dayton's service boot is actually renowned for being stupidly narrow, most people have to go up a width size.

they are exactly the appropriate width to fit the wearer's foot

>>8624202
what the fuckkkkk

cop

>>8617712
QC with Viberg?
Do tell.
Also is their sizing UK?

>>8624296
just pulled the trigger
they only have the medium roasts available in the little sample sizes so i got the hunter, packer and semi-dress

since the thread's about to die i'm gonna go off topic and ask for some more /fa/ coffee recs

>>8624447
>thread about to die
not on my watch

>>8624295
looking wide doesn't mean they fit wide you retard
they are ugly flat duckbill boots