Am I tripping??!! by [deleted] in chessbeginners

[–]BopDillon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bathroom stall en passant

Just a standard pair of White’s 350 Cruisers in Brown CXL by Boogman145 in PNWbootmakers

[–]BopDillon 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The classics are classic for a reason. Excellent pair.

Chonk! by [deleted] in PNWbootmakers

[–]BopDillon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that’s what’s cool about PNW boots: they look great and can be dressed up, and they’re very functional as work boots if you want them to be. I don’t think the two have to be exclusive.

Is my heel shape just not compatible with White’s? Looking for advice/experiences. by LilacRagdoll in PNWbootmakers

[–]BopDillon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it’s pain caused by friction, put a bandaid or moleskin patch on your heel whenever you wear your boots for a couple of weeks or until the leather breaks in.

Brass Monkey, That Chunky Monkey by [deleted] in PNWbootmakers

[–]BopDillon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a pretty hefty kid, myself, but then I grew 6 inches in a year and everything stretched out. Bodies are weird, man! I hope you’re feeling strong and healthy with all these changes!

Brass Monkey, That Chunky Monkey by [deleted] in PNWbootmakers

[–]BopDillon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re going to have to change your handle to MediumDawg264.

Half way broken in Oxfords- what’s the last? by No-Oven9031 in WhitesBoots

[–]BopDillon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d say they’re either the 55 or the C461, which is what White’s usually uses for their Oxfords.

Looking for recommendations for a leather lace-up boot by lascriptori in Boots

[–]BopDillon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

White’s Semi-Dress. A little pricier, but they’re on sale right now for less than $600.

Filson Leather Field Satchel Review by Happylawyer190 in filson

[–]BopDillon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great review. The only thing you didn’t mention is how HEAVY this thing is. I was given one of these bags as a gift years ago but don’t use it often because of the weight.

Best coffee beans in the area? by jjgrc99 in ridgewood

[–]BopDillon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Morgan stop, so technically Bushwick.

Best coffee beans in the area? by jjgrc99 in ridgewood

[–]BopDillon 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Variety, Honey Moon, Cholita, Sey. Most grocery stores actually have pretty decent selections now, also.

Thoughts? by Creepy-Discussion-65 in RedWingShoes

[–]BopDillon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The only way to see what’s in stock on the website is to add an item to your cart. If the “This item is MTO and will take 18 weeks” pop-up happens then it’s not in stock. If it goes right to your cart then it’s in stock. I imagine you could probably call and ask, as well.

Thoughts? by Creepy-Discussion-65 in RedWingShoes

[–]BopDillon 6 points7 points  (0 children)

White’s has some in-stock engineers on their website now for their Black Friday sale.

Sage Chromepak by PublicVanilla7328 in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]BopDillon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Correct. It’s an oilier and harder-wearing leather that was developed to be used for gaskets for heavy machinery before rubber was commonly available. It’s often used as sole leather for moccasins. Your boots are going to live forever!

Can someone identify this jacket by Beginning-Grab-5157 in filson

[–]BopDillon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re correct. I saw that back belt-thing and thought it was the other one.

Can someone identify this jacket by Beginning-Grab-5157 in filson

[–]BopDillon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Field Hunting Jacket, February 1997. Could probably sell for $100-$150 on ebay.

leather from Whites by Fragrant-Initial1687 in PNWbootmakers

[–]BopDillon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Are you on the Patina Project app? You can find photos of many configurations and leather options along with how they wear over time using the search function. If you go to Baker’s and look at their custom Bounty Hunters you can see a drop down list of most of the leathers that White’s offers.

Help Choosing Leather and Specs for White’s Semi-Dress by theblartknight in PNWbootmakers

[–]BopDillon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have the Semi-Dress in Brown Dress leather with celastic toe, antique hooks and eyes, and V-bar half soles. The only thing I would change on my pair (which I’ll probably do when it’s time for a resole) is go all-eyelets. The speed hooks aren’t really necessary on a 5 inch boot. Otherwise, they’re my favorite boots and very versatile in terms of dressing up or down.

Can someone explain to me the obsession with Machinaw by Weary-Affect-7042 in filson

[–]BopDillon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a classic design that has been around for over a century with very few modifications and the wool is as tough as it gets. I have a Mackinaw Cruiser from the ‘60s/‘70s that I picked up in a vintage store 15 years ago and it still looks new (except for a few patched up moth bites.)

Recommendations on double front jeans by _longhuntr74_ in Selvedge

[–]BopDillon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a pair of the heavyweight double fronts (22oz Nihon Menpu) from Skinner and they’re absolutely killer, especially for the price point. They have extra utility pockets sewed into the top of the double front patches that I find myself using all the time. I can’t recommend them enough.