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Ok, but, about the sizing issue, Todd, I know you are super busy with all the Indy and non Indy items on your site, Im just wondering if they run true to size, or if that sizing problem is still there. I really dont know if a 13 will fit me, and I really dont want to send them back if I order a pair and they dont fit.
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I ordered another pair and went for 11's. Based on Todd's post these are running large and if the mislabeled first ones fit (I got 12's and Todd said they were actually 10's) I'm hoping these will be better. In my mind too big is almost as bad as too small when it comes to boots. Mostly I need the width of a 12 and the length of an 11, if that makes sense.
Also like the fact Todd says the new ones have more leather. If so, these are a great deal.
Am tempted by the new tall size shirts but seeing as I bought a buch of WPG's I'll have to wait to hear more about these. Not only do they seem longer, but the xlarge says it has a 56" chest! That would be more like an xxl. So I was a bit confused by that.
Also like the fact Todd says the new ones have more leather. If so, these are a great deal.
Am tempted by the new tall size shirts but seeing as I bought a buch of WPG's I'll have to wait to hear more about these. Not only do they seem longer, but the xlarge says it has a 56" chest! That would be more like an xxl. So I was a bit confused by that.
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I placed an order for the bootS and got a UPS shipping notice the next day.theinterchange wrote:Yep, as of a few weeks ago when I placed another order from him.Pitfall Harry wrote:Does Todd still send out notices of when the stuff you order is being shipped out? I can't remember....
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My boots just arrived moments ago!
The color in these pictures is pretty close...
First impressions: They apperar to be well made, sturdy boots. I was a tad worried about the metal hook lace points, if not good metal these could, with use or as a result of hooking on an obstacle ... break, however, so far, they look sturdy. My first impression is a very good one. Almost too good to be true. Time and use will tell.
As for size ... I ordered the 13. They are a little big. That is OK by me as I must wear prosthetics in my boots (old war wound) and after I push all my equipment into the boot there is still room for my huge honk'n foot!
All and all I love em right now. I will be putting these boots through their paces in the next several weeks, we'll see how they hold up.
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The color in these pictures is pretty close...
First impressions: They apperar to be well made, sturdy boots. I was a tad worried about the metal hook lace points, if not good metal these could, with use or as a result of hooking on an obstacle ... break, however, so far, they look sturdy. My first impression is a very good one. Almost too good to be true. Time and use will tell.
As for size ... I ordered the 13. They are a little big. That is OK by me as I must wear prosthetics in my boots (old war wound) and after I push all my equipment into the boot there is still room for my huge honk'n foot!
All and all I love em right now. I will be putting these boots through their paces in the next several weeks, we'll see how they hold up.
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Interesting you should ask. As I type we are experiencing severe weather here in Oklahoma. we've already had three tornadoes, considerable damage, but thus far no major injuries. And it ain't over yet! I was just outside on a mission and I noticed the boots absorbed water around the stitching. So yes, I'm gonna waterproof them ... once they dry.whipcracker wrote:Are you going to waterproof them in some way?
Congrats on way nice boots.
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Mike Im jealous, the person that let me know these were in stock texted me pics of his shoes today, I didnt even know he ordered a pair! Now Im jealous of the both of you. My delivery date got moved to the 13th, for some reason. According to the tracker, they are still somewhere in a Hub in California.
I ordered a 13 as well and I am praying that they fit...you saying there is room gives me hope...keep your fingers crossed guys, please...Ive been looking more forward to these boots than the two fedoras on their way to my house.
I ordered a 13 as well and I am praying that they fit...you saying there is room gives me hope...keep your fingers crossed guys, please...Ive been looking more forward to these boots than the two fedoras on their way to my house.
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Your time spent in waiting heII will be rewarded, I truly believe you'll be quite pleased.
Another thing ... these boots are quite warm! I was frost bitten years ago and suffered nerve damage, my feet seldom "feel" warm as a result. However today I had these boots on for six hours and my feet were toasty! Even when my socks got wet the boots kept my feet warm. I hope this effect lasts!
Another thing ... these boots are quite warm! I was frost bitten years ago and suffered nerve damage, my feet seldom "feel" warm as a result. However today I had these boots on for six hours and my feet were toasty! Even when my socks got wet the boots kept my feet warm. I hope this effect lasts!
Yes, thank you!
The reason I ask is because of I have a permanent injury on the back of my ankle, and I was curious to see if the top of the boot would dig into the wound... fortunately, it looks like it will go over the injury, which is what I was hoping for.
Thanks! And congrats on the great looking boots!!!
The reason I ask is because of I have a permanent injury on the back of my ankle, and I was curious to see if the top of the boot would dig into the wound... fortunately, it looks like it will go over the injury, which is what I was hoping for.
Thanks! And congrats on the great looking boots!!!
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Very nice...
I'm tempted to purchase a pair but I have wide feet so I'm not sure that I will be able to find a size that fits my size 11E foot...Who knows though I may just give it a shot and see what happens...Price is great and from those pics they look like they are very nice quality compared to the first batch...
I'm tempted to purchase a pair but I have wide feet so I'm not sure that I will be able to find a size that fits my size 11E foot...Who knows though I may just give it a shot and see what happens...Price is great and from those pics they look like they are very nice quality compared to the first batch...
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The first chink in the armor.
When I removed the boots this evening I noticed that two of the eye hooks on the left side of the left boot were bent.
Sadly, it took little effort to press them back into place with my fingers. The metal is weak. I like high top boots for the additional ankle support they provide. This support is null if you can't lace the boots tightly. It will only take a few such bendings before the hook breaks off.
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When I removed the boots this evening I noticed that two of the eye hooks on the left side of the left boot were bent.
Sadly, it took little effort to press them back into place with my fingers. The metal is weak. I like high top boots for the additional ankle support they provide. This support is null if you can't lace the boots tightly. It will only take a few such bendings before the hook breaks off.
Mike
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In a word ... no. However a good cobbler can do it. The price tag just keeps climbing. Perhaps the more expensive boot is the correct choice? I wonder it they have the same problem?Raider Zee wrote:Is the boot constructed so the hooks can be replaced?
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Any of you out there experience this with the other boots?
I have a pair of Herman Survivors I bought while still on active duty, they had the eye hooks. Not one ever bent on me. I still have those boots.
Mike
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