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I have an old pair of Timberland boots which have lasted years with hardly any wear on the soles. However I also have a newer pair of Timberland Earthkeepers which the soles are worn completely in far less time than my original premium boots. Avoid Earthkeepers!
Does anyone on here have a pair of Fracap boots.
I saw some in a shop in Bridlington but didn't try them on.
I did like the style of them though.
http://www.fracap.it/it/collezione.html#.VKVnxSusWSo
Got these Loake Bedale for Christmas
Breaking them in today:thumbsup:
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I've had these Timberlands for probably 15+ years and they are still amazingly comfortable.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15...9993bd209b.jpg
But the time has come to invest in some new ones, so I went for these:
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15...bc42b69f13.jpg
Reading some of the comments I'm not sure if they'll last another 15 years (they are Earthkeepers), but we shall see...
No they had combinations of the M120.
Here is the link http://www.thepriorymenswear.co.uk/c...ootwear?page=2
The Verdone looked an interesting colour.
I have some Earthkeepers and I haven't worn them a lot really. The tread on the soles has nearly gone but the uppers are still nearly like new.
I think the comment about the rubber being too soft is right.
They are also slippy on wet,tiled floors.
I've been wearing a pair of Tackheads for the past two winters (this will be the third). I do about 50 or 60 miles a week on pavements in them & have had them (Vibram) heeled once. Great boots, IMHO. They're much more worn-in than this stock photo.
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I bought them off of a company on eBay that I'd bought classic 6" Timberlands from in the past. I tried these because I felt that the 6" aren't the boots that they once were.
Just bought these waterproof timberlands yesterday. I already have a bigger boot, so wanted something a little lower this time. Bargain at £51 too.http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15...abd3fc2860.jpg
Interested to find out - speaking to a chap in the Red Wing shop in London, people come in asking for well worn or vintage boots. They are selling some now.
I've been all round the shoe shops of the Trafford Centre yesterday and Manchester today. None of the sale Timberlands fitted me properly and I couldn't find any other sale shoes or boots I really liked that were within budget. Aspecto had some Red Wings reduced by £20 but they were still £200. They had some good looking Grensons but none had commando soles.
In the end I went with what I know fit my feet well, another pair of DMs. I went for something a little different though. A pair of tan brogue boots called Afleck. They didn't have my size in the Dr Martens store in Manchester so I tried on a pair of the shoe version to check the fit and ordered them from the DM website. They arrive on Monday. I had to go up a size from my normal size 8 due to the narrow style.
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Sorry I don't have a pic but can seriously recommend a pair of Panama Jack Pilots from Russell and Bromley - sale on in-store just now - they are waterproof and sheepskin lined - very comfy and in the smart/casual cat.
On the other hand if you're looking for seriously rugged and very serviceable footwear check out Altbergs via their web site - they are defo not for going to the ballroom dancing in though.
And finally, check out Tim Little shoes of London for fine and not too expensive HANDMADE footwear. I've had their shoes for a while now to replace the pairs of Cheaneys that I had for years and I can't tell the difference.
I've said it three times in this thread, and posted a picture.... get the earthkeepers resoled with a vibrum sole.
Cost me £40 three years ago, they are grippy and they've hardly worn despite being worn 3-4 times a week and for riding my motorbike in all weathers.
My US made 15-y/o Timberlands were the business - lasted and lasted.
I think the reason (apart from a decent sole material) was that they were leather lined. Decent shoes are all leather lined and cheap & nasty ones aren't. Modern Timbys are fabric lined - part of the reason they are not what they were.
Can anyone advise whether Red Wings (875s) are leather lined? I can't find a listing that states what they're lined with.
No, they are not... well not fully, not on the heal and ankle, the front of the foot is of a very strurdy construction, they do seem to be well made.
I like leather lining but I do not think it is a prerequisite of quality; these are tried and tested designs.
I made a video of initial thoughts when I got mine earlier in the week http://youtu.be/hcKxH_BgNHQ
Best regards
Chris
I think leather lining is more about what kind of style you are after. The finer boots I have (brogue, chelsea etc) come with leather lining. Red Wings however are (or used to be) work boots and come with very thick leather and no lining. This is not about quality, it's about the style (and to some extent purpose) of the shoes.
Red Wings are an acquired taste, the looks are very distinct and the thick leather requires a breaking in period which some find more painful than other. Once you've broken them in they are super comfortable and will last almost forever. There is no inner lining that needs replacing... ;)
Earthkeepers had their first outing today, don't seem to require any breaking in and were soft straight out of the box.
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[QUOTE=Jimmcb;3373803]Sorry I don't have a pic but can seriously recommend a pair of Panama Jack Pilots from Russell and Bromley - sale on in-store just now - they are waterproof and sheepskin lined - very comfy and in the smart/casual cat.
A second for Panama Jack, I have a pair of chukka style ones worn for the past couple of years, they are the most comfortable footwear I've ever had, and as tough as..... Well old boots! :)
My DMs arrived yesterday, felt great but got sent back for replacement because there was a 1cm long finger nail scratch on the side. Today I decided to get out a pair of boots I've not worn in a long while, my 25th Anniversary Edition Timberland yellow boots. I bought these new in Hong Kong in 1998 and love them. I can't find any reference to them on the net so they must be pretty rare. You can tell they are the Anniversary Edition by the inset medal logo on the side and the tag on the insole. The only thing I've replaced in 15 years are the laces.
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5.11 tactical trainer 2 mid. Have an in house breathable waterproof lining
They look neither tactical nor like a trainer, but they are very comfy, great ankle support and trippy soles
Might be of interest to someone looking for Redwings, although don't know if they're cheaper than elsewhere. Use the code FRESH15 for 15% discount before Tuesday. (It only applies to sale items in Red).
http://www.surfdome.com/search/redwi...ort=bestseller
My replacement DM Affleck boots have arrived. I think they look great. The colour might need calming down a touch but I have some tan Parade Gloss for that. The leather is stiff so I will wear them around the house for a few days to break them in. I definitely needed to go a size up on the For Life boots.
http://www.theleefamily.co.uk/photos...-HRHL6qV-L.jpg
Can vouch for red wings. Have my 875's now for two seasons and although. The break in period is substantial, they fit like a glove afterwards. Other brand to recommend is RM Williams.
Can't beat grenson fred imo will be adding them to my small Grenson collection soon. Difficult to decide between standard and commando sole though!
Yep bought a pair in the End sale last year. Decent enough boot but not sure if I'd pay full price for them.
My go to bad weather boot is the Timberland Gore-tex boot. Things last for years.
Another shoe that I wear a lot in the winter is the Mephisto Rainbow. I know they aren't a boot but they really are a fantastic shoe.
I've a pair of Fred's with commando soles and for winter wear, they are the only option. I can't imagine getting much traction in wet or icy conditions with leather soles. Leather soles will also absorb moisture giving you cold and potentially soggy feet. If the weather gets really miserable, it will be a pair of my Scarpa boots or the wellies.
Thanks.
What model did you get?
I have seen the Mephisto shoes but didn't realise they were as expensive as that.
I think there are many shoes out there that do seem pricey for what they are, in fact clothes in general that are classed as fashionable designer wear.
Didn't like the ripple soles so went with these.
http://www.endclothing.co.uk/brands/...ot-229496.html
Have to say the Mephisto's are the comfiest shoes I own. Would say they're better value for money than the Fracaps.
Not really winter boots, although they are rubber soled. Got myself a pair of tan kangaroo RM Williams today.
Have to say those who said they were comfortable were not kidding.
After reading much of this thread and canvassing opinion at work, I just treated myself to a pair of Timberland Earthkeepers in red-brown.
Feel very slightly pinchy around the toes at the moment but I'm hoping with a bit of wear they will soften and treat me well for a few years....
I took receipt of a new pair of timberlands today, ive only worn them in the house so far so cant comment on longevity and whatnot but i tell you what, they are very nicely made and supremely comfy straight out of the box.
i was worried the blue strip would be a bit loud but actually, it isnt as bright as it appears on the website. fully water proof and a bit more intersting than many of the black brogues i tried on recently.
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Would love a pair of Viberg Scout boots on the 110 last for winter, until then i'll have to make do with my Yuketen Maine Guides and Red Wing chukka's to see me through
Not strictly winter in Suede but my obsession with foot furniture lured me in again for these Red Wing Moc Toes
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well after reading all of this thread and the brogues thread one im going to try find local stockist for grenson freds for a smarter winter boot
anyone seen any deal or codes ?