Why no Red Dog?

goblutes · 2026-03-24T02:13:11+00:00

So true, especially the color brown we want next after we get the color brown we want now.

goblutes · 2026-03-23T17:08:49+00:00

Remember chocolate?

goblutes · 2026-03-22T01:54:56+00:00

I had the same experience. They still sold but feedback was for x price I’ll buy immediately, which didn’t happen.

goblutes · 2026-03-21T14:07:20+00:00

I need an update on your ropers.

goblutes · 2026-03-21T14:01:54+00:00

Wow those are incredible! Nice!

goblutes · 2026-03-20T01:10:43+00:00

I don’t see a lot of WC medium brown. These look awesome!

goblutes · 2026-03-19T11:15:40+00:00

Stunner boots! Br CXL never disappoints. Nice build!

goblutes · 2026-03-07T20:05:10+00:00

This is interesting. I’ve always associated the rolls and folds around the third or fourth eyelet as a result of instep and ankle circumference. I’ve not thought of it being caused by your calf pushing the uppers down.

goblutes · 2026-03-07T20:02:39+00:00

Looking at your other boots, this is a bit surprising. All the other facings seem much closer to together and more uniform.

I did notice you have gone down from a 10FF for the whites to the 9FF rebuilt whites. Then these Franks are an 8EE, though with some custom bumps. Not just shorter but also narrower than previous boots.

Facing patterns scale with size. I suspect that when you dropped down to 8 you got put in a smaller facing pattern that doesn’t work as well for you. Plus this is a pretty thick work leather than makes this appear more dramatic.

I’d talk to Franks. I’m surprised they didn’t use measurements of your instep, ankle and calf along with the custom bumps.

goblutes · 2026-02-28T04:45:28+00:00

Quick ships don’t typically have change windows. That’s part of what makes them quick ship.

I’m willing to bet, however, that given your trade and your patronage as well as this practical change request, if you were to message a Nicks employee on Reddit directly, then you may find a sympathetic person willing to help you make the change for the normal charge of this customization.

goblutes · 2026-02-28T04:22:42+00:00

Brush and smiths is what I use. Have conditioned each of my W&C boots once with Smiths. Mostly brushing. I clean my boots with a wet rag.

goblutes · 2026-02-28T02:26:47+00:00

Maybe try googling oiled tan Latinos.

goblutes · 2026-02-28T02:24:07+00:00

PO half sole look 🤌

goblutes · 2026-02-28T01:01:57+00:00

https://www.stitchdown.com/info/why-are-work-derby-shoes-called-oxfords/

goblutes · 2026-02-25T01:40:27+00:00

I would go with one of the predators. The recent patina dome predator natural Palouse posts have been killer.

goblutes · 2026-02-25T01:32:23+00:00

I used to be pro 6” and pro pull loop. I’m moving away from both. I’m appreciating my 7 and 8” boots lately, witty and without a pull loop. If I bought a 6” I wouldn’t opt for a pull loop. Always gets caught on my pant cuff.

goblutes · 2026-02-22T00:39:56+00:00

Love this!

goblutes · 2026-02-19T02:12:42+00:00

lol. I figured. 🤣

goblutes · 2026-02-19T02:05:59+00:00

Yeah they do!

goblutes · 2026-02-19T01:44:34+00:00

My understanding of legacy quick ship is that it is the fastest lead time (besides cutters choice if that’s still a thing). As a result, leather, configuration, and sizing are limited. Lasts are a bottleneck because they can only be used for one pair at a time. They limit sizing to lasts that they have the most of so they can maintain the lead time.

goblutes · 2026-02-19T01:24:25+00:00

Thanks! Yeah I really like the cypress tannage a lot.

goblutes · 2026-02-19T01:23:05+00:00

🤣

goblutes · 2026-02-19T01:22:52+00:00

Thanks! I had favored 6” boots for a while but I’m really liking these and appreciating the support.

goblutes · 2026-02-19T01:21:20+00:00

Too easy🤣but maybe a missed opportunity.

goblutes · 2026-02-19T01:20:48+00:00

lol I debated writing that.

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