I did send to Nicks a photo of my foot on their sizing print out. I'm in UK and we have different printers and paper sizes. My foot is longer than the paper size so it printed over two sheets. I didn't trust multiple points of error so went with my usual boot size rather than their advice so my own fault.
Quite right. Did you see my video on Bordon? I've taken to sending photos of my foot on a metal ruler. Even so, had I followed the advice, the boots would have been too small. I contacted Caswell - got a very detailed reply but I'm still nervous about ordering.
I like the result, thanks for sharing. If you want a darker colour I don't see the issue in doing this. Personally I think they look better after conditioning.
I'm certainly a fan of GS footwear, mostly veg tan leathers. I consider boots such as the Diesel and Garrison as business casual or weekend out on the town boot. It's certainly not for outdoor play or working on a construction site type of footwear.
I have Targhee ii And found exceptionally comfortable and waterproof after 1 years continued daily dog walks X2 with No issues from new. For the price I got them they are an incredible deal(-£85)
With all my boots that have all eyelets and no speed hooks I always leave the top two to three eyelets unlaced to put them on then lace them up, SPEED hooks are called speed hooks for a reason. Great that break in was relatively easy. This is a dressy business casual boot compared to the Diesel IMO. As per your friend’s damage to his pair that is just bad luck, sh*t happens. Veg Tan is always more prone to scuffs scrapes etc, takes longer to produce and is always the more expensive option compared to chrome or combinatiation tanned leathers. Better luck with your next purchase, beautiful pair of boots, good review on your experience with them.👍
The damage has no effect on the boot itself. Bar the suedes or waxed flesh, any leather receiving that level of damage will scar in similar fashion. Badalassi Carlo already is one of the better quality veg tan boot leathers and favourites of many bespoke bootmakers. And for sizing, possibly those with a higher instep or possibly size 10 and above will find it difficult to slip on the boots. If you're 9 and under, you should be fine.
I learned a few things. They clean up well, they are hard to get on and off, and the leather is forgiving. Not to mention an actual video of this boot which I've been curious of. Maybe you didn't, but I did.
After one year of use of use on paved and unpaved trails, I've found the Targhee 111's pretty darn good. They are waterproof, with good toe protection and plenty of room for my toes in the toe box. I wear either cotton everyday socks or medium wight wool socks. Quite happy with the purchase and the price which sees to have climbed quite a bit since.
Thank you Daniel. I've rather fallen out with Keen since I did the video. I agree with your comments and stick with what I said myself. However, my Targhee shoes and boots seem to have a life of two years regular use and then they fall apart.
Thanks for the info. It would take a bit of editing but it would have been nice to see the thumbnail picture again while you were explaining the damage.
Love the look. Of those sold out I see in my size lol. I sent a post regarding truman java flesh how much did you size down by chance cheers and thanks
Fantastic question. I'm going to say it does have a true toe cap rather than a skived down single skin. I'm thinking this because of something I may have read a while ago but also because of the price and the Truman approach to quality. It does have a structured toe which will keep its shape. If anybody knows the answer, please share.
Hi I'm a wide fit from. UK. What sizing recommendation would you say. They say half size down? beautifull boots by the way looking for same pair thanks
I don’t believe it is a true toe cap. I think it was bedo leather works video doing a repair to a Truman boot and if I remember correctly it was two skived pieces. That’s pretty normal for this style of boot. I’m pretty sure viberg and grant stone are the same.
Mark Richards half a size down from Clarkson and Ecco is a good start but to be certain, take a photo of your foot on a ruler and send to Truman for advice.
A couple of years. It was scrambling over rock that did it. Then my Targhee III did exactly the same after one year. Then my Targhee III low failed on both shoes at the toe after 1 year of regular light use. 😢
I use them for snowshoeing & light crampon hiking in winter through the freezing level down to -10°C. My feet are warm & bone dry thanks to these boots & OR croc gaiters.
@@hantswalker there's minor abrasion where the chain links touch the leather. I use Hillsound trail crampons when there's early season ice, or after a melt freeze event, & then Tubbs snowshoes for the snow.
I have this boot in crimson kudu, bought it on day one of the drop. I own 4 other Grant Stone boots, and the craftsmanship and QC on all of them are top notch. The Olive Minerva leather looks so stunning in videos like this, the website does not do it justice.
I have this same boot. But the lining is white. I like the color of yours better. I didn't know there were different colors. I'm not crazy about the laces either. I love the look of the boots. Leather is really starting to soften up. I've had mine for about 6 weeks now. Still breaking in, I wear them about 4 days a week, everywhere. Really well made, no complaints
Thanks Chester. I didn't know about the lining. I've swapped the laces for thin round ones in olive - much better. How are you getting on with getting the boots on and off?
@@hantswalker I always have to take the laces out of the first eyelet and then loosen the laces all the way down. The tongue seems to stay in its spot most of the time. They seem comfortable to me but this is my first pair of high quality boots. I have a pair of Solovair 8 eye Derby boots, but they feel like tennis shoes compared to these very well made Grant Stones.
I also bought a pair of those, in burgundy kudu, missed the fit by a bit too wide (10.5E) but other than that they feel great, agree with you about the laces, just adding that the sole is stiffer than the original vibram or they dainite version, depending on the use that may take a bit of comfort away. Keep us updated on how it ages. cheers!!
Helpful comments Rod. I'll pay attention to the sole. I Find GS sizing to be tricky and I know others do. Different lasts and styles. Absence of EE width. Thank you.
The Tukano is a great boot. In my size, 13EE it's close to the same size Truman on a 79 last or 12EEE for Grant Stone. Some may not like the rolling action but I do. Quality doesn't quite match those brands though but I'm being very critical here. Acid test is would I buy again - yes definitely.
Thank-you for posting this video! 1. What size are your Grant Stone Brass boots, in this video? 2. Are the two boots, in this video, the same size? 3. How does the boot volume of the Brass boots compare to the volume in the Tukano boots? The Brass boots look more roomy, than the Tukano's, but I'm not sure. 4. After owning your pair of Tukano's, for a about a month and a half, would you recommend them to someone else? Thanks in advance!
Great questions. GS don't do EE or half sizes this large so the Brass are 13EEE on the roomy Floyd last. They are a bit too long for me but the volume is way too much. I asked GS about this and I thought they would say 13E. No... 12EEE for Floyd or Leo. Nervously I ordered the new Garrison on the Leo in a 12EEE and the fit is identical to the Tukano 13EE. Perfect for me. I know I'm not the only person struggling with GS sizing so it's worth asking them for advice.
I just received these and they are much darker than I expected. Did yours lighten up over time? I suspect mine are so dark because they might be over conditioned out of the box. I will wear mine daily, but maybe wait at least 6 months before my first condition. I don’t expect not to condition these, no matter what they say. It’s leather and will eventually need it. There are conditioners that don’t darken much if any, like Venetian Leather Balm.
James, it's a continuous process : condition - wear - lighten and scuff - condition again. Just don't overdo it and stick to lighter less intense conditioners like Bik4.
I have 3 pair of boots "on order" with Bordon. Running behind on delivery of the 1st pair. You cannot beat GRANT STONE. They are starting to fill up my closet!
I tried the III at REI and they felt great but I decided to wait for a sale. Got home and found a big online reseller who had them for over 40%off so I bought and quickly returned them. Not even the same boot. The ones at REI were made in Thailand and fit perfect. The ones I got online were made in India. While they looked the same they were one of the worst fitting boots I ever tried. To top it off when looking at the sole from the heal to the toe you could see a noticable concave in the tread. When I get the ones at REI Ill double cjeck and amend this but Im guessing they wont look warped.
Nice video! I’m still waiting on my W&C Black Latigo ordered on May 09. I suspect the wait will be worth it, but it’s a bit disappointing. I also ordered an Isidro from their Save The Ocean release. I like to support these small passionate makers, but that can mean having to wait longer. Your boots look awesome! Also that GS pair is a keeper!
Thank you. I don't want to be too critical of Bordon but i twas annoying to see people getting delivery of the following release before I had mine. The wait is worth it Tony.
Def keep doing these high quality brands. And since you are in the motherland, do a visit to Trickers, Loake, Crown Northhampton would make for some great content. And a journey to Spokane Washington Colony for the PNW brands..
Thank you. I'm going to have a look in some London shops for great Northampton brands. I'm actually a Lancastrian so LANX are on my radar for when I go up to Manchester in a few months time.
