Boots Boots Boots - For Boot Guys Only

[RogerP]

I certainly consider myself a boot guy but I suppose that is for others to say. While I love shoes, I am absolutely crazy for boots. I'll post up the rotation in alphabetical order as time allows.

Anthony Cleverley

Chelsea

Chelseas have long been a favourite for me in terms of aesthetics - I just love the sleekness of the design when executed well. They can be a tough fit for me though - along with loafers - due to the complete lack of adjustability over the instep. I got lucky with this pair - and in more ways than one. First and foremost was the fit - which as long as I use my thinnest pairs of socks, is good for all day comfort. The second was finding them at all - I can't think of another premium RTW brand in more scarce supply than AC.

Allen Edmonds

Bayfield, CXL

Nothing flashy about this pair.
I picked these up to serve in the "beater" role. Not for abuse - I never could understand why someone would choose to abuse something they value - but for hard use. These are my dedicated hunting / hiking / camping / snow-shoveling boots. I picked them up on sale for under $200 which I thought was a pretty screaming deal for a quality goodyear welted boot, and at the midway point of their 4th winter, they have never let me down in the slightest. In fact, I think they look pretty darned good for what they have been through.

Carmina

80092 Bal Boot, Suede

I'm in a suit probably 4 weekdays out of 5, so a versatile pair of bal boots that pair well with business wear is a fairly essential part of the rotation. And while it gets a bad rep for being delicate, suede has proven to be very durable in wet and snowy conditions when treated with some Nano Protector.

973 Derby Boot - Cognac shell cordovan. Carmina's shell offerings, in particular, seem to punch well above their weight class. This is a great pair that can run the range from a tweed or cashmere sport coat and tie, down to moleskins and cords.

 

[tifosi]

This thread will be up to 10k posts easy if Roger is posting his rotation.....

 

[JubeiSpiegel]

@RogerP fantastic boots, and you wear them well good sir...

 

[tifosi]

I just upped my boot guy status.

Alden x Leffot Reverse Tobacco Chanois wingtip on Commando.

 

[RogerP]

^^^ Nice!

 

[cptslow]

Wait, they make shoes that aren't boots?

 

[patrick_b]

As a fellow (fair weather) boot guy from Sept - April/May.

My most recent acquisition, Viberg Mocha Roughout on 2040. I recently went against all sane advice and treated them with Obenauf (dubbing).





And the before:




C&J Islay get a lot of use in the winter:







Couple of Alden makeups, Color 8 PCT and CXL Jumper:





A shine experiment when new:







Alden x LS Ultimate Jumper in brown CXL on waterlock.







RMW Craftsman in chestnut (another shine experiment that I didn't keep).




I've got some Alden chukkas in Tan suede, Snuff suede and Color 8...but they are barely boots.

 

[tifosi]

Nice Patrik! I knew you'd be here eventually. Great collection.

 

[BootSpell]

Here are most of my boots. A humble collection compared to some, but I already think I have too many. I have developed a pet peeve against owning boots that don't get enough wear. I like the look of a well-worn (casual/work) boot. I suspect part of it might be that I secretly enjoy the process of identifying, desiring and then acquiring said boots, more than I daresay, the actual ownership of them. Could that really be?

 

[patrick_b]

Here are most of my boots. A humble collection compared to some, but I already think I have too many. I have developed a pet peeve against owning boots that don't get enough wear. I like the look of a well-worn (casual/work) boot. I suspect part of it might be that I secretly enjoy the process of identifying, desiring and then acquiring said boots, more than I daresay, the actual ownership of them. Could that really be?

Couldn't agree more. I've sold more than bought over the last year. But a Galway is still calling...

 

[tifosi]



Couldn't agree more. I've sold more than bought over the last year. But a Galway is still calling...

You can't resist for too long....trust me.

 

[BootSpell]

Galway on the 64 last in a tough/casual leather, as well as reverse chamois in maybe a straight tip. Those are on my radar now but I need to get rid of at least two pairs first.

 

[tifosi]



Galway on the 64 last in a tough/casual leather, as well as reverse chamois in maybe a straight tip.  Those are on my radar now but I need to get rid of at least two pairs first.

That sounds like a good plan to me. My 64 Rosewood Galways are bad ass.

 

[BootSpell]

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I could definitely see myself in a pair of those. As ryden says, they would fit right in my wheelhouse. Although your Ravello trippers are pretty amazing as well. I would still spring for a pair if they jumped in my lap, but I'm too lazy to make calls and get on preorder lists for those.

 

[Frank the sheep]

Great thread! Here is my small collection of boots.

Edit:

Back row:
CJ Northcote
Carmina coqnac cordovan jumper
EG Galway, all DOAK

Front row:
EG Galway, all edwardian
Carmina
GG Canterbury, vintage rioja