FS Bright Shoemaker Chestnut Pull-up Combat Boot Size 40

[FadesAndPatina]

FS, Bright Shoemakers Combat Boot in Chestnut Brown Pull up.



So these marked my first foray into the world of high-end boots after cutting my teeth with two pairs of RedWing Iron Rangers. They are a beautiful boot, the leather easily retains its shine and lustre, the fit is snug and comfortable, it is impeccably stitched, and pleasingly hefty.



They were worn sparingly over three months between March and June 2024 but since then have been gathering dust. This is because I discovered some of the Indonesian bootmakers and the customisation that comes with ordering from them appeals to me far more.



I am also selling these because the only area of the construction where it feels like Bright compromised quality is the soles and heel . Both are unbranded thin strips of rubber and, especially because I have an uneven heel strike, is just not suitable for me. I live in a small Australian city without a skilled cobbler. If I could get these resoled with Dr Sole or Vibram there is no question that these would be a dream pair of shoes, but to do that I’d need to ship them to a craftsperson in Indonesia or the US and that’s just not worth the hassle. Figured I’d let them go to someone who can enjoy and rebuild them.



I purchased them full price for 440 Euro (near abouts 500 USD).

Selling for $150 USD plus whatever shipping may be. Payment via PayPal as I live in Australia.





Full boot description from Bright’s website:



“The Combat boot is chunky silhouette made with double stacked leather sole and rubber half sole.
This style is packet with superior details showing the true talent from the 110 year old family run shoe factory.
The Combat Boot is made with contrast stitch work to highlight the details.
The styles features a high shaft, perforated brogue details on heel-cap and toe-cap, vintage gold metal hardware, leather laces, 270 storm welt and curved logger heel.

The boot is made in a combination tanned pull-up leather, which provides you with an amazing patina and wear over time!

Crafted with 100 years of proud tradition in spanish shoe making with more than 200 stages in production and up to 6 months of tanning depending on the leathers.

-Premium quality
-Handmade in Spain
-Goodyear welted
-270 storm welt
-Vintage gold metal eye lets
-Leather laces
-Double stacked leather soles
-Special comfort cushion insole
-Metal steel shank
-Cork insole filling
-Strong toe box and heel cap shells
-Perforated brogue details
-Tall shaft”

 

[canvas]

I don't see sizing listed anywhere?

 

[FadesAndPatina]

I don't see sizing listed anywhere?

Yep, sorry just amended that. They are an EU40. For comparison I wear a US 7.5 in Redwing and a US8 in Nike sneakers and these fit me perfectly.

 

[Kenan]

Hi I’m Kenan from Bright Shoemakers. I take part in developing and designing our boots.

Brand name soles doesn’t equal quality that’s a misconception. Dr. Sole and Vibram makes fantastic soles, but that doesn’t mean that they are better. It’s all about hype and marketing. We use both brands of soles for some of our boots and while they are very good, they aren’t necessarily better than the soles on your combat boots, just because they don‘t have a brand slapped on to them.

It’s the same with leather. People might claim Shinki or Horween to be the best tanneries in the world, when that‘s far from the truth. There are many tanneries out there making just as great leather qualities, but hasn’t hit the hype train yet.

Just my two cents

 

[FadesAndPatina]

Hi I’m Kenan from Bright Shoemakers. I take part in developing and designing our boots.

Brand name soles doesn’t equal quality that’s a misconception. Dr. Sole and Vibram makes fantastic soles, but that doesn’t mean that they are better. It’s all about hype and marketing. We use both brands of soles for some of our boots and while they are very good, they aren’t necessarily better than the soles on your combat boots, just because they don‘t have a brand slapped on to them.

It’s the same with leather. People might claim Shinki or Horween to be the best tanneries in the world, when that‘s far from the truth. There are many tanneries out there making just as great leather qualities, but hasn’t hit the hype train yet.

Just my two cents

Hey Kenan,

Apologises, my intention was not to diminish the quality of your shoes (in fact, I believe I said quite the opposite). I am merely explaining my experiences for any future owner of these boots, and explaining why they are unsuitable for me and my disadvantageous heel strike. I have also had many pairs of shoes with both Dr Sole and Vibram soles, and these hold up to years of wear. I wore these boots perhaps 15-20 times, and the heel wear has become prohibitive to the point where I have little choice but to sell them. Not to diminish the very-high quality of your work, but merely to illustrate that these heels have evidently not stood up to the very simple metropolitan walking I have been subjecting them too.

 

[Kenan]

Hey Kenan,

Apologises, my intention was not to diminish the quality of your shoes (in fact, I believe I said quite the opposite). I am merely explaining my experiences for any future owner of these boots, and explaining why they are unsuitable for me and my disadvantageous heel strike. I have also had many pairs of shoes with both Dr Sole and Vibram soles, and these hold up to years of wear. I wore these boots perhaps 15-20 times, and the heel wear has become prohibitive to the point where I have little choice but to sell them. Not to diminish the very-high quality of your work, but merely to illustrate that these heels have evidently not stood up to the very simple metropolitan walking I have been subjecting them too.

I have the same issue with the heels on my boots, but it happens regardless of the sole used. It‘s especially bad with the Traction Tred soles on my Red Wings As an example.

Anyway, they are a lovely pair of boots and I hope the next owner will enjoy them. GLWS!