Boots with Patina

[Rudie]

I thought it would be nice to see how beautiful some boots can age with the proper care and wear. I have a pair of Red Wing 9012 Beckmans in Chestnut Featherstone. I personally think the color looked a bit bland when new. Here's the original color:

Here they are after two years of regular wear and frequent use of conditioner, shoe cream and wax. I usually use darker shades on them, often with a reddish hue.

 

[Boyo]

Nice boots Rudie, they look way better now then when new.. They seem to be holding up very well.

 

[Rudie]

Thanks Boyo. I agree, they have improved quite a bit. It was hard to break them in but now they are very comfy and look way better.

I would like to see other people's boots with patina. The more the better!