
KenJWan
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It's a hand-modified last from a mexican manufacturer that my bootmaker friend hooked me up with.
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This is my fourth leather project and fourth pair of boots. Each time has incorporated new techniques and tweaks. So far, I’m the most pleased with these.
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My second leather project
KenJWan replied to KenJWan's topic in Shoes, Boots, Sandals and Moccassins
Why can't you? I just decided to try! -
My second leather project
KenJWan replied to KenJWan's topic in Shoes, Boots, Sandals and Moccassins
Toe is not hard reinforced and will flatten a bit over time for a vintage look -
Well, in case anyone is interested and haven't noticed yet, I just finished my second pair of boots. HUGE improvement over the previous version. I'm extremely happy with them! Take a look: https://leatherworker.net/forum/topic/89001-my-second-leather-project/?tab=comments#comment-608792
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My second leather project
KenJWan replied to KenJWan's topic in Shoes, Boots, Sandals and Moccassins
I started online mostly. Did a lot of research. Started getting tips from a local boot maker who I’ve become friends with and now have access to additional equipment. They actually fit me very well! Well, there was a time people did this stuff by hand so I figured why not?!?! -
So, 10 months ago, I posted my first leather project... a pair of engineer boots. I didn't expect to end up with something I could wear and didn't care about the mistakes in stitching, pattern, etc. However, the end result was something unexpected and so I decided to do it again, this time with better materials, more care, a better pattern, etc. So, here are the results. My engineers, version 2. Very happy with how they turned out. Brown Horween Chromexel Horsebutt Japanese buckles Neoprene soles with Catspaw heels Unstructured toe
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So, 10 months ago, I posted my first leather project... a pair of engineer boots. I didn't expect to end up with something I could wear and didn't care about the mistakes in stitching, pattern, etc. However, the end result was something unexpected and so I decided to do it again, this time with better materials, more care, a better pattern, etc. So, here are the results. My engineers, version 2. Brown Horween Chromexel Horsebutt Japanese buckles Neoprene soles with Catspaw heels Unstructured toe
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Thanks!. Working on my next pair!