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  1. J

    My NEW Aero ACE Half Belt is here!!!

    Mexl, I can take some in about a week when I am back in town.
  2. J

    Just go my first Aero....

    I agree - congrats on the new Aero - it looks liek a great fit. It's also nice to see a smile. Enjoy that new Aero!
  3. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Kentucky - It takes a little explaining, since there are a few factors. I have several thicknesses of socks, which can play a part in the fit as well. I have mid-weight Smart Wool socks and thicker socks from Keen. (I just re-read this, and it sounds a little silly, but White's will tell you...
  4. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Perhaps this is unnecessary, but I thought I would drop a link into this thread - I received my second pair of White's Nomad Engineer boots the other day, and they look great. The distressed uppers, double midsoles, and Vibram half soles are a great combination. Here is the link...
  5. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    So I called White's today to ask about the variance in fit between my new Nomad's and my original pair. They said that there have been no changes to the last used to to make the boots, so theoretically, both pairs should fit the same. They explained that sometimes the person making the boots...
  7. J

    46 Regular Legendary(Schott)Horsehide D-pocket on the Bay Currently $41 US/ Ends 3 Ho

    Dr. V, it measures like most 44's I have owned - 23" across the chest is a nice close fitting 44. I would snatch that up if I were you. - Jim
  8. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Ishmael, the Wesco's next to them in the picture above are a size 13 - the sole on the Wesco (on the right) is a true Vibram 705. I am assuming that they do it because I don't think many people ask for the half sole - it's kind of an old-fashioned option. I would bet they just don't stock the...
  9. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Here is one of the interesting things I noted - the Nomads use a Vibram 700 full length composition sole that has been cut down and thinned at the end. THe Wesco's in this picture use a true Vibram 705 half sole. I'm not sure why White's chooses to do this - it seems like more work. I also...
  10. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Ok, here are some pics of the new Nomads. I'll add a better review sometime tomorrow - right now, I need some sleep! The boots are brand new, fresh out of the box in these pictures - no wear, no oiling, no polish. I oiled them up after I took the pictures, and they are now a dark chocolate...
  11. J

    New William Lennon Derby Boot - Singular!

    I asked about it at the time, and they said that the way the postal system works, the price does not go up proportionally with the weight. It actually costs less to send two lighter packages, than one package that weighs the same as the two packages combined. It's kooky, but it's true. In...
  13. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Lenny - I would encourage you to save up for the real thing. The Open road boots fit poorly in my experience. I tried them on when I visited White's headquarters in Spokane a year or so ago, and the fit was not good. Even the guy working there who helped me steered me away from them. He...
  14. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    I got my second pair of Nomads last night, and they look great. UPS came by at 7pm - I guess the holiday season is here! I will do a detailed review tonight or tomorrow - I took some indoor pictures last night, but they turned out poorly. I'll try again this evening. The color of the...
  15. J

    A Life in Leather: profile of Aero founder Ken Calder

    I'm sure we'd all love to read the unabridged version if you can post it here. Not sure if your work would allow it, but I thought it was worth a shot..... :)
  16. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    No problem Lenny - good luck with the saving! By the way, I just got a shipping notice from Bakers just now! My new boots should be here in a day or two.....
  17. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    In essence, a half sole is literally that - a rubber or leather outsole that only covers from the toe to the middle of the boot. The middle of the sole is generally exposed leather. A full sole would be a rubber or leather outsole that covers from the toe to the heel of the boot, although it...
  19. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    One more note - I have developed "champagne tastes on a beer budget" so I generally look for the best pricing on items. However, I do make a concerted effort to shout out the names of vendors that I have had good experiences with. High end footwear and jackets are a fairly small marketplace...
  20. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Lenny - let me see if I can ge tall of your questions in one response: 1. My boots had no added cost options. If you use Baker's website, you can choose options from drop down menus and the website will tally up the total cost. 2. Mine are a standard size. White's requires you to provide...
  21. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Lenny - My pair were built to the "standard" specs with on added cost options, and they cost me $420 out the door through Bakers (highly recommended, by the way - Kyle is fantastic to work with). My second pair are in the works with full distressed smooth uppers, natural heels and welts, double...
  22. J

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Art - I can try when I have some time, but it's hard to imitate the mottled look of the distressed leather - I was just changing the colors in my previous Photoshop chop jobs. By the way, where did you find that picture? I want to see more! Do you know if that is Chromexcel or just White's...
  23. J

    Tony Lama Western Cowboy Motorcycle Biker Boots 13 D USA - Broad Square Toes!!

    Hey all - I have a beautiful pair of Tony Lama western boots for sale today. These are a Size 13 D and fit true to size. The foot is smooth black cowhide, and the light turquoise blue goat tops look great as well. These feature the currently fashionable broad square toes, double thick...

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