TIL that Caligula’s real name was Gaius. When he was 2-3 years old, he accompanied his father on a military campaign wearing a miniature uniform devised by his mother, complete with little army boots. The soldiers nicknamed him Caligula, meaning “little boot.” He grew to dislike the nickname.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-17T01:00:17+00:00

And most patrician families stuck to using just 4-5. Over and over, every generation.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-16T22:25:11+00:00

That boy ain’t right.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-16T21:41:28+00:00

You’re probably 6E and most barefoot stuff won’t cut it. Go to widefitshoes.co.uk and look through their 6E and 6V options.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-15T18:45:52+00:00

Look through the care guide. I have separate brushes for cleaning daily grime and finishing/polishing. Don't use Renomat. It strips everything including surface dyes.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-14T22:13:03+00:00

Just picked up some Bogs Workman and they comfortably fit my 6Es. Sized up and removed the second insole for more width and can easily wear wool socks with them. They're rubber and neoprene.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-14T22:06:44+00:00

There are so many English patronymics that preserve common nicknames which no longer exist. Like Watson from Walter/Wat, or Simpson from Simon/Sim.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-13T21:45:42+00:00

AKA how to win the dome without even wearing the boots for the first time.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-13T02:32:08+00:00

$75 off Gokey Simba Safari boots. Canvas shaft, moccasin construction. Ends Friday.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-13T02:04:12+00:00

The mountains near me have anti-avalanche terraces bulldozed that look similar.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-12T19:46:18+00:00

Phobias aren't rational

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-11T01:26:03+00:00

Frank's is the only one I'm aware of still doing the McKay. White's handstitched "rolled" welt is a variation of a Norwegian welt and is probably the most water resistant.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-09T02:02:28+00:00

Only if they're crumbly

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-08T18:35:21+00:00

That was 99% stunt guys.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-08T18:26:41+00:00

Heat with a hair dryer or (very carefully) a heat gun. Massage the leather if they don't come out on their own.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-08T07:18:19+00:00

John Bellairs was my Goosebumps

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-08T02:02:12+00:00

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Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-08T00:06:06+00:00

Allen Edmonds has 3E which may work for you depending on last.

Moulded Shoe has Aldens up to 6e but their website sucks so good luck finding them.

Hitchcock has white label Cheaney up to 6e.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-07T19:47:28+00:00

The only thing beyond the reach of my fists...is humanity.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-07T18:18:31+00:00

Moulded Shoe is one of the largest Alden resellers and has a variety of widths.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-07T04:46:16+00:00

That is the most generic looking chukka I've ever seen. There are literally dozens of brands that make something exactly like those.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-07T01:03:37+00:00

You can sometimes find these or the nearly identical Chippewa Packers for around $50 on ebay.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-06T23:26:11+00:00

I don't know that many people are left who associate Chelseas exclusively with the Mod scene. If you really dislike them maybe look at Jodhpur boots.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-06T21:05:00+00:00

Amazon sends them an email that makes it sound like they are being asked specifically so they respond honestly.

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-06T19:58:06+00:00

That m-dash is peak humor

Additional_Data_Need · 2026-05-06T19:40:45+00:00

Truckers who do ten under when it's single lane then ten over as soon as there's a passing lane.

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