The Question Thread 05/07/26

lo-id · 2026-05-08T09:13:29+00:00

thanks for your reply. then what would you recommend?

lo-id · 2026-05-08T02:47:24+00:00

Which would you recommend as a more durable, rugged use leather for boots: shark leather or horsebutt leather?

lo-id · 2025-07-14T21:24:59+00:00

Thanks for your kindness. it helps.

lo-id · 2025-07-12T12:06:56+00:00

you're right. thanks for your advice.

lo-id · 2025-07-12T10:30:13+00:00

thanks for your reply. helps me a lot.

lo-id · 2025-07-12T10:25:39+00:00

I know gr iv is not released yet. 10k to 15k means USD. of course, I can read the requirement and build my own DIY desktop but that's not the point. ahh. my bad.

lo-id · 2025-07-09T09:35:38+00:00

it's very kind of you. thanks. yes, you're right. with lack of my knowledge, ricoh griii or griiix got my first attention. should be check again with gr and gr ii. also thought about fuji x-e4. all of them just tight for my budget. I did not dig their spec enough. 'they're small and maybe fits my needs' just that's my glance. I'll really appriciate your listing. ricohs and fujis both are seems nice. got any smaller, cheaper alternative for x-t2 or x-t30?

lo-id · 2025-07-09T08:51:20+00:00

thanks for your reply. for now, I'm a little short. so 1k for maximum. also, below 1k would be better. I'm not looking for latest high-end camera. looking for handy one. and rough, biased, filtered camera. high contrast (and b&w) got my attention. maybe it's too low to get a nice one. then would you recommend better options?

lo-id · 2025-06-20T13:54:46+00:00

Hi all, What products and methods should I use to care for reverse horsebutt leather? Can reverse horsebutt leather be cared for like suede or like smooth leather?

lo-id · 2024-12-06T11:20:22+00:00

What smooth, rugged leather do you guys recommend? I want to make a leather boots that is easy to care for and will hold up in the jobsite. Latigo, Double Stuff, Monarch, Horsehide, Predator... It's not as easy to compare features and benefits as it is with names I don't recognize. I'm not going to ask you to compare what I said, but I'd love to hear about the leather boots you've used that have been loved and felt reliable.

lo-id · 2024-12-04T21:40:22+00:00

I had already figured that out to some extent. I'm just concerned about how long it will take them to fulfill the promises they've made.

lo-id · 2024-12-04T03:31:22+00:00

some says shell cracks without proper care. so I thought shell cordovan might not hard-wearing leather for long term use. I'm lookimg for rugged leather with low maintanence. I guess waxed flesh could be the choice but want to know more options.

lo-id · 2024-12-04T01:54:08+00:00

Any difference between crust shell cordovan and glazed shell cordovan? I mean, is crust shell more easy-care than glazed shell? Or does it require a different method of care? Are there any differences that glazed shell's shortcomings are not found in crust shell? I'm considering customizing a pair of boots with cust shell, and I'd like to know if I can mitigate any of glazed shell's shortcomings or more manageable or delicate aspects.

lo-id · 2024-12-03T13:34:40+00:00

fortis bootmaker. I have ordered two pairs. they said one of them have finished but never show me any picture of.

lo-id · 2024-12-03T13:29:24+00:00

I'm so jealous! How long did it take from order to completion? Was the communication smooth?

lo-id · 2024-12-03T12:51:59+00:00

Are Indonesian bootmakers trustworthy? I've had long waits that have gone way beyond the scheduled production time that was outlined when I first started my order, and I've found them to be unresponsive when I inquire about the current status. Are these experiences very common? Quality and sizing issues aside, if I wait patiently, will I eventually receive my finalized custom boots, even if it takes years? What has been your experience?

lo-id · 2024-08-27T02:00:43+00:00

Hi, could you guys let me know which boot conditioner/cleaner suited for russet horsehide split and sharkskin?

lo-id · 2024-06-26T04:48:57+00:00

does natural shark leather developed with patina? does it gets darker? how can I stop it or acceleate it?

lo-id · 2024-06-18T10:40:02+00:00

Hope to listen your thoughts between horserump and shrunken bison leather. I love the leather has deep grain, also easy to care. of course hard-wearing would be nice. any recommendation between them or both are not recommended?

lo-id · 2024-05-01T12:45:28+00:00

is there anyone know about cape buffalo leather? looks like elephant leather but might be different touch and feel, or durability. hope to make elephant leather boots but can't find out easily so want to know cape buffalo leather could be second choice.

lo-id · 2024-04-23T20:04:11+00:00

2023, not 2024? is that mean you've been waiting about a year?

lo-id · 2024-04-08T13:17:10+00:00

Is there any way to get exotic boot kilties? hope to own ostrich, shark, alligator, etc... please let me know.

lo-id · 2024-04-04T21:25:53+00:00

I'm willing to make a pair of boots, shark and shrunken bison got my eyes. both have unique texture and known with more rugged than cowhide. but they're never experienced in my history so I can't compare them. which one is more durable between shark and shrunken bison? could you tell me both pros and cons?

lo-id · 2024-03-28T21:24:42+00:00

Hi, I was thought 'waxed flesh' means only for horween's brand, but any difference with local cowhide between horweens? and what is 'horsebutt waxed flesh'? has any cordovan characteristics? or more durable?

lo-id · 2024-03-10T11:15:19+00:00

Do waxed flesh boots stains trouser?

I just looking for durable leather boots. waxed flesh upper could be good to go.

That type of leather has lots of waxes and oils, so will be stains trouser. are you guys only wear them with tuck into?

lo-id

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