FYI. Horweens Predator Orange has a very similar tannage to Chromexcel. The Obenaufs LP is probably not the best to use on it for maintaining its color. I use Venetian Shoe Cream on it and it conditions without over darkening the leather. Overall it’s an awesome leather.
I have the builder pros, ruffled out lower with smooth uppers. I work for the parks department. The ruff out handles the scratches and rocks much better.
I had the same boot that I ordered based on the fitting system from Nicks. Trace your foot, scan that sheet to them, etc. These were my 2nd pair of Nicks and they were a great looking boot, but I didn't find them at all comfortable, even after wearing them 8 hrs/day to work, for approx. 8 months. The boots are well made, and the fit was good, but left little room for thick socks, or an insole. I should have ordered a larger size so that I could use insoles, but I didn't think I would need them. I ended up selling them. Good luck with yours, I'm sure it makes a difference in comfort with the insoles in the summer and heavier socks in the winter.
Thinking about getting the overlanders in brown wax flesh, love the style of the boot
FYI. Horweens Predator Orange has a very similar tannage to Chromexcel. The Obenaufs LP is probably not the best to use on it for maintaining its color. I use Venetian Shoe Cream on it and it conditions without over darkening the leather. Overall it’s an awesome leather.
I would recommend possibly going with Nicks weather shield black leather on your next pair if youre considering using them in wet conditions.
Good point... doing a review after 6 months or so.
Solid video!
I have the builder pros, ruffled out lower with smooth uppers. I work for the parks department. The ruff out handles the scratches and rocks much better.
It is a handsome looking boot.
Crazy how dark Predator Orange can get.
I did not understand the comparison between Salomon and the Overlander….they are totally 2 different style for different needs I guess…😊
I had the same boot that I ordered based on the fitting system from Nicks. Trace your foot, scan that sheet to them, etc. These were my 2nd pair of Nicks and they were a great looking boot, but I didn't find them at all comfortable, even after wearing them 8 hrs/day to work, for approx. 8 months. The boots are well made, and the fit was good, but left little room for thick socks, or an insole. I should have ordered a larger size so that I could use insoles, but I didn't think I would need them. I ended up selling them. Good luck with yours, I'm sure it makes a difference in comfort with the insoles in the summer and heavier socks in the winter.
Got my builder pro back in April 2023.
Just curious if you have any issue with the lack of shock absorption in this style of boot?
Does your wife know you put your boots on the cutting board? lol
Predator Orange? lol sure do not look orange after 6 mths. Must be the oil / conditioner you used to make them this dark...