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How did you end up with the wrong size? Did you use any of their suggestions?

Question if anyone knows. Is the W&C black Latrigo a struck through or tea-core type leather?

I like the result, thanks for sharing. If you want a darker colour I don't see the issue in doing this. Personally I think they look better after conditioning.

Even with the "used look" they still look tough!

These are office worker boots. Yuppies buy these in hopes of feeling like real men. That's why they are mass producing them now.

I'm certainly a fan of GS footwear, mostly veg tan leathers. I consider boots such as the Diesel and Garrison as business casual or weekend out on the town boot. It's certainly not for outdoor play or working on a construction site type of footwear.

Thank you David. I appreciate and learn from constructive comments like this.

Beautiful boots

I actually never liked the Garrison boot until I saw your review.

I have Targhee ii And found exceptionally comfortable and waterproof after 1 years continued daily dog walks X2 with No issues from new. For the price I got them they are an incredible deal(-£85)

With all my boots that have all eyelets and no speed hooks I always leave the top two to three eyelets unlaced to put them on then lace them up, SPEED hooks are called speed hooks for a reason. Great that break in was relatively easy. This is a dressy business casual boot compared to the Diesel IMO. As per your friend’s damage to his pair that is just bad luck, sh*t happens. Veg Tan is always more prone to scuffs scrapes etc, takes longer to produce and is always the more expensive option compared to chrome or combinatiation tanned leathers. Better luck with your next purchase, beautiful pair of boots, good review on your experience with them.👍

The damage has no effect on the boot itself. Bar the suedes or waxed flesh, any leather receiving that level of damage will scar in similar fashion. Badalassi Carlo already is one of the better quality veg tan boot leathers and favourites of many bespoke bootmakers. And for sizing, possibly those with a higher instep or possibly size 10 and above will find it difficult to slip on the boots. If you're 9 and under, you should be fine.

This is exactly why I learned the hard way to appreciate roughout.

How can you talk for nearly 6 minutes and literally say next to nothing.

After one year of use of use on paved and unpaved trails, I've found the Targhee 111's pretty darn good. They are waterproof, with good toe protection and plenty of room for my toes in the toe box. I wear either cotton everyday socks or medium wight wool socks. Quite happy with the purchase and the price which sees to have climbed quite a bit since.

Thanks for the info. It would take a bit of editing but it would have been nice to see the thumbnail picture again while you were explaining the damage.

I think they are gorgeous

MINE look greener, a little flat kermit green. Also my lining is White. Viberg look out. Want the #8 when restocked.

Is this the same as the 1996?

Looks mainly dressy , im a jean guy and thise are a bit dressy for me.

Thanks for the review . I dont like that color green

Thank you. Very informative.

Hi Mark. I went for my regular heritage boot size! I know I'm evading the question but I take the same size in Truman, Thursday and Bordon.

Love the look. Of those sold out I see in my size lol. I sent a post regarding truman java flesh how much did you size down by chance cheers and thanks

Do Truman’s have a real toe cap?

Glad they're all eyelets!

So, do those blocked heels seem a bit clunky, or would a slightly dogged heel be better for lots of walking?

How many months into use did sole fail?

I use them for snowshoeing & light crampon hiking in winter through the freezing level down to -10°C. My feet are warm & bone dry thanks to these boots & OR croc gaiters.

Very pretty boot.

I have this boot in crimson kudu, bought it on day one of the drop. I own 4 other Grant Stone boots, and the craftsmanship and QC on all of them are top notch. The Olive Minerva leather looks so stunning in videos like this, the website does not do it justice.

I have this same boot. But the lining is white. I like the color of yours better. I didn't know there were different colors. I'm not crazy about the laces either. I love the look of the boots. Leather is really starting to soften up. I've had mine for about 6 weeks now. Still breaking in, I wear them about 4 days a week, everywhere. Really well made, no complaints

Shot across the bow at Viberg.

Love the Olive Minerva. I definitely want that boot in my collection. Thank you for sharing!

I also bought a pair of those, in burgundy kudu, missed the fit by a bit too wide (10.5E) but other than that they feel great, agree with you about the laces, just adding that the sole is stiffer than the original vibram or they dainite version, depending on the use that may take a bit of comfort away. Keep us updated on how it ages. cheers!!

Keen

The Tukano is a great boot. In my size, 13EE it's close to the same size Truman on a 79 last or 12EEE for Grant Stone. Some may not like the rolling action but I do. Quality doesn't quite match those brands though but I'm being very critical here. Acid test is would I buy again - yes definitely.

Thank-you for posting this video! 1. What size are your Grant Stone Brass boots, in this video? 2. Are the two boots, in this video, the same size? 3. How does the boot volume of the Brass boots compare to the volume in the Tukano boots? The Brass boots look more roomy, than the Tukano's, but I'm not sure. 4. After owning your pair of Tukano's, for a about a month and a half, would you recommend them to someone else? Thanks in advance!

I just received these and they are much darker than I expected. Did yours lighten up over time? I suspect mine are so dark because they might be over conditioned out of the box. I will wear mine daily, but maybe wait at least 6 months before my first condition. I don’t expect not to condition these, no matter what they say. It’s leather and will eventually need it. There are conditioners that don’t darken much if any, like Venetian Leather Balm.

Wao😍

Wierd! I have observed some penetration of waxes and cream when I use my hands when conditioning boots.

I'm not the person to ask as I have fallen arches. The Bordon, Nicks and Truman are all OK for me which means not intrusive arch support.

You ever think about trying the conditioner on your skin?

How is the arch support on this compare to the PNW 55 last?

What is this price

I have 3 pair of boots "on order" with Bordon. Running behind on delivery of the 1st pair. You cannot beat GRANT STONE. They are starting to fill up my closet!

I tried the III at REI and they felt great but I decided to wait for a sale. Got home and found a big online reseller who had them for over 40%off so I bought and quickly returned them. Not even the same boot. The ones at REI were made in Thailand and fit perfect. The ones I got online were made in India. While they looked the same they were one of the worst fitting boots I ever tried. To top it off when looking at the sole from the heal to the toe you could see a noticable concave in the tread. When I get the ones at REI Ill double cjeck and amend this but Im guessing they wont look warped.

Nice video! I’m still waiting on my W&C Black Latigo ordered on May 09. I suspect the wait will be worth it, but it’s a bit disappointing. I also ordered an Isidro from their Save The Ocean release. I like to support these small passionate makers, but that can mean having to wait longer. Your boots look awesome! Also that GS pair is a keeper!

Def keep doing these high quality brands. And since you are in the motherland, do a visit to Trickers, Loake, Crown Northhampton would make for some great content. And a journey to Spokane Washington Colony for the PNW brands..

Wow these look really good..