Grant Stone - Official Affiliate Thread

[basu13]

Today's evening walk, breaking in the saddle tan diesels.

 

[Xysters]

Black cxl goodness. My first pair of GS’s, and they don’t disappoint!

 

[Waxed]

Color #8 Edward Boot

 

[basu13]

Suede Ottawas for the weekend.

 

[goodyearmelt]

Have a question for all you leather experts out there - I got a pretty unsightly stain on my fairly new Natural Minerva Edward boot when out to dinner last night - either stepped in a dirty puddle (I doubt it, as I was trying to avoid them) or had a coke or something dark drip on me during dinner.

I know some of you may say to leave it, it's part of its patina journey etc but...I don't like the way the stain looks on my otherwise immaculate boot lol. Any recommendations on how to get this out? I tried rubbing the stain with a damp cloth and while it seems to have made it a bit lighter, it also slightly discolored some of the leather around the stain. Would you guys recommend saddle soap? Or Saphir leather cleaner? Something else? If possible I would love for the leather to change color/ darken as little as possible. Thanks!

 

[mr bubbles]

Have a question for all you leather experts out there - I got a pretty unsightly stain on my fairly new Natural Minerva Edward boot when out to dinner last night - either stepped in a dirty puddle (I doubt it, as I was trying to avoid them) or had a coke or something dark drip on me during dinner.

I know some of you may say to leave it, it's part of its patina journey etc but...I don't like the way the stain looks on my otherwise immaculate boot lol. Any recommendations on how to get this out? I tried rubbing the stain with a damp cloth and while it seems to have made it a bit lighter, it also slightly discolored some of the leather around the stain. Would you guys recommend saddle soap? Or Saphir leather cleaner? Something else? If possible I would love for the leather to change color/ darken as little as possible. Thanks!

Not sure on the solution to this. Maybe a little saddle soap on the spot and then recondition with a neutral solution. Nice boots nonetheless. More pics?

 

[madhat]

Have a question for all you leather experts out there - I got a pretty unsightly stain on my fairly new Natural Minerva Edward boot when out to dinner last night - either stepped in a dirty puddle (I doubt it, as I was trying to avoid them) or had a coke or something dark drip on me during dinner.

I know some of you may say to leave it, it's part of its patina journey etc but...I don't like the way the stain looks on my otherwise immaculate boot lol. Any recommendations on how to get this out? I tried rubbing the stain with a damp cloth and while it seems to have made it a bit lighter, it also slightly discolored some of the leather around the stain. Would you guys recommend saddle soap? Or Saphir leather cleaner? Something else? If possible I would love for the leather to change color/ darken as little as possible. Thanks!

That looks more like oil than a puddle. Try putting cornstarch on it and leave it on there a few days (sooner the better). I just pour it straight out of the container and coat the area. It should draw some of the oil out, then you could use a conditioner to try to even it out more.

 

[goodyearmelt]

That looks more like oil than a puddle. Try putting cornstarch on it and leave it on there a few days (sooner the better). I just pour it straight out of the container and coat the area. It should draw some of the oil out, then you could use a conditioner to try to even it out more.

Like....dry corn starch? Or a corn starch + water mixture? Because otherwise, how would it stay on the shoe?

 

[ifticar2]

Like....dry corn starch? Or a corn starch + water mixture? Because otherwise, how would it stay on the shoe?

baking soda works on oil as well. Just leave the dry baking soda on the leather over night. It stays on as long as you don't shake it around

 

[ifticar2]

Right on. Do you get any foot fatigue/pain after wearing your boots for the day? I have a pair of 1000 mile and Thursday boots, and while they can get a little taxing after a while, they're not nearly as punishing as the Diesel.

That makes sense if your foot isn't used to leather insoles because neither of those boots have them. Thursday Boots have a poron insole, with a foam sockliner, and a crepe midsole. It uses lots of synthetics in the construction to minimize break in, and have a more sneaker like feel.

1000 miles comes with Poron insoles that are wrapped in leather. Again, will have a much easier break in, but both boots are nowhere near as durable because of the synthetics.

The all leather construction is definitely an acquired taste. I'm so used to it by now, that I consider leather insoles very comfortable. There definitely is a tough break in period, and leather insoles might not be right for everyone. With the disel, it's also has a leather midsole on top of the sole, which makes it even stiffer to start.

If you still want to explore grant stone, I'd recommend trying out the traveler loafer. I have a pair in Dune CXL, and it's my favorite pair of footwear. The loafer has a more flexible leather sole, and no midsole, so the break in should be easier if you size properly.

 

[madhat]

Like....dry corn starch? Or a corn starch + water mixture? Because otherwise, how would it stay on the shoe?

Dry. You may have to tilt the shoe to where the stain is horizontal

 

[goodyearmelt]

Dry. You may have to tilt the shoe to where the stain is horizontal

Done, sitting in my closet now, propped up with corn starch on the stain. Will report back in a few days, hope this works! Thanks!

 

[Moostyle]

Hi guys. With the current market how much can I expect to sell my Grant Stone Edward Maduro Shell and Diesel Saddle Tans in Europe? They are still in good condition (a year old but not frequently worn). 60% of the original price?

 

[cprstyle]

Hi guys. With the current market how much can I expect to sell my Grant Stone Edward Maduro Shell and Diesel Saddle Tans in Europe? They are still in good condition (a year old but not frequently worn). 60% of the original price?

I’ve sold Grant Stones usually about 60% of retail, however these were only worn 10-20 times total and appeared virtually new. A lot depends on the buyer and interest. The cheaper you price them, the faster you sell. If you want more out of them, you may have to wait for someone who really wants that specific shoe.

 

[Patek]

So, my second pair of GS after trying their brass boot and I was pretty impressed.

Always a fan of veg tanned leather and seeing the Edward on sale for almost $100 off I decided to give them a try. They sent me the wrong size but quickly exchanged them once I pointed out their error.

I found the leather to be a bit dry and decided to speed up the patina process by oiling the leather. I think they look great and I have greatly decreased the chance of staining as dry leather absorbs everything.

For $300 I think these are a great boot. I wasn't sure how they were going to turn out but I figured at that price, I could take a risk. Wore them to the office today.