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Boots and Care for the Discerning Gentleman
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items If you’re looking for a style of footwear you can grow a long term relationship with, this is the right rabbit hole to go down.
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Boots
Boots are made to get dirty and become distinct to your gait. Thick, supple leather is meant to protect you for a long time. Wear them in good health.
A versatile, everyday boot built on a comfortable shoe last made for comfort, even on long hikes.
Premium materials hardware, premium leather from prestigious tanneries like Horween and Badalassi Carlo. Inclusive widths up to EEE for gentlemen of al...
Boots
These were my gateway into heritage boots and taught me about Goodyear welts, proper maintenance, and loving one’s footwear.
The 1000 mile has a silhouette that leans dressy casual rather than rugged. The all-American Horween Chromexcel leather they...
Men's 1000 Mile Vintage Boots | Wolverine
Clarks Desert Boots are a minimalist design (at least in my eyes) and lightweight. They almost feel like sneakers and break in within a day.
Clarks are versatile with denim or slacks and quick to put on, having only two rows of eyelets.
If the rest...
Desert Boots
Thursday Dukes are affordable Goodyear welted Chelsea boots that get better with wear. The footbed and leather noticeably mold to your feet over time.
The Dukes sport a dressy silhouette that works well with tapered pants and slim fit denim.
In par...
Men's Duke Chelsea Boot In Black Leather
These Chelsea boots can take everything small kids throw their way. The help kids become more independent too with the easy pull tabs.
The rubber soles have lasted almost an entire year now. You might wonder why they haven’t been become too small ye...
Rustic Black Leather Chelsea Boots, Kids' Series 1325
Care
Care for your boots so they can continue serving you well for many years and develop a unique patina full of stories.
A standard horsehair brush for brushing dirt off and refreshing a previously applied mirror shine. This is your best friend for boot care.
Ralyn C100 Horsehair Shoe Brushes
A little goes a long way for oiled leathers such as Horween Chromexcel. After drying, it adds a bit of wax to the surface of your boots that you can buff to a shine.
This product is an alternative to the more popular Venetian Shoe Cream (VSC). For s...
Venetian Shoe Cream
Sometimes I dress my boots down. Sometimes I mirror shine my boots and dress them up for weddings and special occasions.
Original Stain Wax Shoe Polish
An alternative to Lincoln Stain Wax, Angelus is a bit softer and easier to apply for beginners.
Angelus Brand - Shoe Wax
For some leathers, such as natural veg tan, I prefer conditioning with this blend of neatsfoot oil and beeswax. It imparts a bit of a sheen and minimally darkens light toned leathers.
Moobuzz® All-Natural Leather Protection
It’s been six months. Maybe it’s time to give your boots a thorough cleaning.
Saddle Soap
Keep these in your boots to retain their original shape and form as much as possible.
Depending on culture and region, some enthusiasts may not use shoe trees, opting for full conformity to their feet over time.
Shoe Tree