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[Henry S]

Thanks for the answer on the leather soles, guys. They also look kind of cool, but I’m wondering if I should get a toe plate:

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If you're a kicker, definitely. If not, it's up to you.

 

[Encore]

Hi,
Does anyone happen to have a width comparison on 2030 last between D/ e/ ee? Tried to search in this thread with a few different keywords and didnt find anything. thank you in advance!

 

[Crizzlelovesyou]

Hi,
Does anyone happen to have a width comparison on 2030 last between D/ e/ ee? Tried to search in this thread with a few different keywords and didnt find anything. thank you in advance!

Its not worth doing because the D and EE 2030s have been inconsistent run to run. I would caution against the Ds especially without trying on the specific pair you're buying first.

 

[bergbooty]

Kudu 2030. Bracing myself for the shell release today. Prices are insane now.

 

[caffed]

Kudu 2030. Bracing myself for the shell release today. Prices are insane now.
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[alpenglowing]

Today’s old bronze shell releases look great, but I am sadly priced out of Viberg shell now

 

[Hisheirness23]

Today’s old bronze shell releases look great, but I am sadly priced out of Viberg shell now

Unless it's an absolute Grail make-up, I too feel the same. Across the board, these shell cordovan boots are climbing to be more of a "need to have" instead of a "nice to have" approach. Which as an enthusiast hurts, because there are many boots that would be nice to have, but very few that I would need to have in my collection.

 

[orionz06]

I just wonder who's buying this shell that keeps them going at those rates. I've got no qualms spending what they ask on boots, but C&J and Edward Green don't come with the risk of duds like Viberg seems to.

 

[puddin]

I just wonder who's buying this shell that keeps them going at those rates. I've got no qualms spending what they ask on boots, but C&J and Edward Green don't come with the risk of duds like Viberg seems to.

No question viberg shell pricing is tough. I think the days of questionable qa/qc are behind us though. I can’t recall the last time someone posted about an issue.

 

[Glass shoot]

No question viberg shell pricing is tough. I think the days of questionable qa/qc are behind us though. I can’t recall the last time someone posted about an issue.

maybe. or we just arent buying them anymore

 

[gte872h]

maybe. or we just arent buying them anymore

If I was a fan of shell I would have absolutely jumped on the Rockland Blucher if it was on the 1035?

When was the last time Viberg has released a shoe that wasn’t 2020 or 2030? I have two pairs of derbies on the 1035 and love the fit and feel of them…

 

[ikoiko]

Chelsea boot novice here. I’ve worn “The Outsider” about 10 times, they’ve broken in, and I’ve noticed fraying and warping on the elastic edge at the top.

Now, I’m not delicate with these boots, I throw them on pretty fast, no shoe horn, etc. so it may be my fault. Obviously this isn’t a part of the boot that is ever going to be seen out in public, still love them, but given the price and run size, I’m wondering if this is normal before I head over to Viberg to enquire what’s up. (And see if, down the road, they can replace/repair).

 

[Areni-1]

Chelsea boot novice here. I’ve worn “The Outsider” about 10 times, they’ve broken in, and I’ve noticed fraying and warping on the elastic edge at the top.

Now, I’m not delicate with these boots, I throw them on pretty fast, no shoe horn, etc. so it may be my fault. Obviously this isn’t a part of the boot that is ever going to be seen out in public, still love them, but given the price and run size, I’m wondering if this is normal before I head over to Viberg to enquire what’s up. (And see if, down the road, they can replace/repair).

That’s not great. How long have you had them? I have a pair of cheap, low quality Australian Chelsea’s that I wore every day for a year that never had this issue. I’d expect better from a Viberg.

 

[ikoiko]

That’s not great. How long have you had them? I have a pair of cheap, low quality Australian Chelsea’s that I wore every day for a year that never had this issue. I’d expect better from a Viberg.

The first run only landed at the beginning of the month. I’ve worn them ~10 times to break them in with some short hikes, yard work and tromping around the city in rainy conditions.

 

[Areni-1]

The first run only landed at the beginning of the month. I’ve worn them ~10 times to break them in with some short hikes, yard work and tromping around the city in rainy conditions.

Oh, right. You mentioned that in your first post. My bad. I’d just woke up and hadn’t had my coffee or put on glasses.

Yeah, that has to be a defect. Quality goring will still stretch over time, but I’ve seen ten plus year old RM Williams still going strong.