Wingtips never go out of style.

Runs big, I wear 9 in converse and got these in 8 and can still wear a pair of thick wool socks with them.

I chose brown because it is a lot more versatile and I like the look when they become worn and faded (search the styleforum thread on wolverine 1km for pics). I also sealed mine with montana's pitch blend to protect them against water; it also makes the leather a darker rich brown colour.

My only complaint is that it is very slippery when it snows... i should've re-soled them with vibram soles when I first got them, but oh well...

Hmmm maybe I should get the ones with a different sole. Thoughts?

http://i.stpost.com/wolverine-emerso..._01~1500.2.jpg

ddddaaammmmnnnnnnnnnnnn, caved in and ordered the Wolverine Emerson 1000 Mile in Rust colour...................

Came out to $220 shipped to Blaine. Crazy deal.

i put topys on mine. i dont wear them in the snow, just light rain.

Hope I can pull the off the Wolverine Emerson.
I've tried on boots a few times, like Red Wings, Clarks DB etc but they all look odd on me.
I find that I usually wear narrower shoes and shoes that aren't too round at the toe.

Any pointers how to wear them boots?

I've heard good stuff about topys, hows it holding up for you?

i think you're just not comfortable with your own look in them. i dont really ever see someone wearing boots and think, "god those does not suit him!". unless you're wearing shorts or something.

they hold up pretty good. i suppose it might depend on which cobbler you go to, but its a basic procedure and all but the worst cobblers will get it done right. i think it cost me around $20.
i've only worn my boots probably 15 times in the last year so i cant really speak for the durability of the soles.
surely they'll last at least 3-4 years before possibly having to be re-done. better than re-soling the actual leather.

You're probably right. I'm just not really comfortable/used to the looks of wearing boots.
I wear mostly slim/skinny jeans these days. Do they work with boots? Or should I get some straight leg jeans? You guys prefer to roll them up at the ankle or tug them in?

i roll just about everything to around this:

http://cdn12.lbstatic.nu/files/looks...jpg?1358284602

45% off wolverine 1000miles
1000 Mile seconds at 45% off today at STP : frugalmalefashion

^^^ since you guys have been talking about them quite often i thought id give it a go even though they're factory 2nds, but i cant order them -_- the system keeps telling me they cant ship the shoe outside of the US even when i use a US address to try and order

so i just gave up

Where did you cop?

Sierra Trading Post.
Someone posted a page back on a daily deal with extra 35% off coupon.
See below.

Finally got around to make a trip down to Blaine to pick these up.
Quality is top notch and god, all the leather they used. I know this pair is gonna last me forever.

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m...psbabadde3.jpg

Just bought myself a pair of Clarks Beeswax Desert Boots
Since this is my first pair of leather boots, I was wondering how to care for them
Do I need any leather protectors, water proofers, cleaners etc ?


thanks

Treat the leather with some mink oil from time to time. Approx every 2-3 weeks if you wear them often enough. It will keep the leather healthy.

Did you pick em up at Costco? I knabbed a pair for $99 bucks. Not too shabby. They also had some Frye James Inline Zip's for $199, but I didn't like the style unfortunately. Killer deal though.

http://silodrome.com/wp-content/uplo...2-and-9023.jpg
i need these

What do fellow RS use to clean and Conditioner their boots?

obenauf LP

Boot brush and red wing boot oil
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nope, got them from Clarks in the States .. never knew Costco sold them

5 year bump.

Its raining outside. I'm wearing Lacoste tennis shoes and am scared of puddles etc. I need something that will keep my feet dry.

Any suggestions for weekend/casual wear for waterproof shoes? Something with a decent grip. Budget maybe $100? These shoes would be worn with jeans typically.

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/88/61...9b0ccca466.jpg

Nike Komyuter

These have been excellent on rainy Hong Kong days

However waterproof works both ways - it keeps sweat in, so they are really unsuitable for hot Hong Kong days.

So I have to choose carefully which days to wear them LUL

I think they have a cool, unique look too. Very techy with the magnetic snaps and pullstrap lace in the back SeemsGood

They'd be even better for Vancouver IMO, since you get the rain without the heat