So I always agonise and procrastinate over smart boots for work. Anyone have any recommendations?
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So I always agonise and procrastinate over smart boots for work. Anyone have any recommendations?
https://www.digitaltrends.com/wearab...ed-boots-news/ :la:Quote:
Originally Posted by langdalematt
Steelies for site or Chelsea for the office?
It will depend on your budget. I have two pairs of Loakes boots, one black and one tan brogue and they have seen me through every possible work scenario.
I would say max 400Quote:
Originally Posted by jmarchitect
RM Williams, not the cheapest but smart, hard wearing & repairable if need be. I've still got a pair from 2004.
400 puts you into C&J. If going lower maybe Grenson?Quote:
Originally Posted by langdalematt
Herrings have a good choice- all different makes
Cheaney make an amazing boot and shoe. I have 3 pairs now, one pair for over 20years and they are second to none.
https://www.cheaney.co.uk/cheaney-su...-leather-p1076
This one looks nice, on the short list. ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by TimeThoughts
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Originally Posted by Speedy2254
As above, Gardener or Lachlan.
https://foster.co.uk/wp-content/uplo...ro-600x450.jpg
https://foster.co.uk/product/montros...suede-66-last/
May be slightly over budget...
My RM Williams are still going strong after ten years.
Another for RM Williams.
RM Williams for me, probably the most comfortable shoes/boots I have and even after 10 years of regular wear for one pair, still fine for work and come up close to new with a good clean and polish.
Might be why I now have 6 pairs...
£1,450...Quote:
Originally Posted by Carlton-Browne
With that budget it would be Crocket & Jones or Foster & Son.
Yes, depends what work is.Quote:
Originally Posted by MCFastybloke
As a shoe maker, I don't think any footwear is worth that much.Quote:
Originally Posted by Speedy2254
He says spending ££££ on watches :worked_till_5am:
Cheaney or C&J....
Look out for sales.
Really? What a great skill to have!Quote:
Originally Posted by Jon Kenney
Yep. Not bespoke though.Quote:
Originally Posted by learningtofly
Depends on purpose.
I just bought a pair of Altberg P3 Peacekeepers for wearing on my job.
Best investment I have made for ages.
Can't go wrong with Crockett & Jones. Alfred Sargent also make some nice boots.
https://www.trickersoutlet.com/outlet/
Currently has an extra 20% off at checkout - worth taking a look.
No idea where they sit in the grand scheme of shoe things, but I’m a John White kind of guy. Been buying Chelsea boots like these for the office for years now.
https://johnwhiteshoes.com/shop/boot...chelsea-boots/
Have a look at the Loake Bedales.
Thanks they look good value in the grand scheme of thingsQuote:
Originally Posted by Tooks
Trickers are excellent. Up there with C&J, Chaney etc. In some ways better (more robust) but the styling in the outlet is hit and miss. Unless you like purple shoes, obvs.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alansmithee
Or brown and white... you've seen my brown and white? (oh wait they are Cheney)...Quote:
Originally Posted by Kirk280
Ive had these in my basket for the last week
https://www.herringshoes.co.uk/herri.../burgundy-calf
This. I can’t remember the last time I wore shoes with a suit. Extremely comfortable too.Quote:
Originally Posted by Speedy2254
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What’s the advantage over shoes?Quote:
Originally Posted by Fifer
Thursday Boots. I have a pair of Captains.
They're probably the best value boots around. Have a look at the online reviews.
Fellow Cheaney wearer and they are good with a commando sole for winter / any wet day.Quote:
Originally Posted by TimeThoughts
Love Crockett & Jones but a little more flash not everyday really
Thursday boots are lovely, but unavailable in UK.
Loake and Herring in the UK are safe bets.
Thurday Boots are available on Amazon UK.Quote:
Originally Posted by adrianwong
I bought mine cheaper direct from the US, though it would be a pain if they didn't fit.
Comfort and pull on convenience.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kingstepper
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I cannot shake the feeling that one day I will be hunted by bored millionaire with crossbows in a wood - for me boots with commando tread will give me the advantage over the other people being hunted.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kingstepper
Don’t see many pull on boots here TBH.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fifer
Are they that much more comfortable or convenient than loafers?
How is your cardio though AS, that'll be the real decider.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alansmithee
This is what I wear for office work in a factory, or for a "posh" night out.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alansmithee
Decent steel toe cap boots, which will be relegated for use as construction site work boots once they wear in.
They are hefty and sturdy boots, and I am not sure they could out run a cross bow over rough ground.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/V12-Rawhide...2379332&sr=8-5
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon....L._SL1000_.jpg
The comment you asked question about referred to R.M. Williams boots, which are pull ons.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kingstepper
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Didn’t actually refer to those boots.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fifer
What do you suppose “This” referred to?Quote:
Originally Posted by Kingstepper
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Originally Posted by Speedy2254
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Originally Posted by Fifer
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I supposed you only wore boots, not just those ones.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fifer
Just spoilt myself to some new dewalt boots waterproof for this weather ??
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Bought some Red Wing rigger boots whilst in States, lovely boot and even great for everyday pottering about the garden etc. Always had Jallatte riggers but last 2 pairs have been poor experience with sole coming apart from fairly new so maybe not the quality of old
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Originally Posted by Fifer
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