Backcountry

Day 3 of owning them. I got a 8/D, I'm usually an 8.5D/E in all my leather footwear. These fit a little snug on the sides but otherwise perfect. Should be fine once they're broken in. If you plan on using these with thick, full weight (wool) socks, i do recommend going true to Brannock. I've found it's a bit harder than usual to find info on how these fit. So if recommend going half a size down if your feet are wide, or a full size if they're narrow. Hope this info helps With regards to the actual boots themselves. On first impression they definitely live up to the hype regarding look & feel. They feel as premium as my Whites; though not as solid, because of the way they're built, obviously, but definitely just as premium. Laces so feel premium but are a bit skinny, they feel solid too but idk if their thickness will withstand wear and tear as well as thicker laces. I guess we'll see over time. A bit long too. They look amazing

Consistent with the hype

Like a lot of you, I obsess over content that features the “best” of something, and these are no exception. They top a lot of lists. Now that I’ve had them for a little over a month, and worn them almost every day- even in our hot southwest climate, I’m on the bandwagon. The leather is truly different- extremely supple but thick and strong and I’ve had no issues walking for miles and doing hard labor in them. All of this said- they aren’t kidding about getting your size correct. I wear a 12 running shoe, my brannock size is 11.5, and I am wearing a 10.5 backcountry. I thought they were crazy recommending such a small size, but trust them. Once you get the correct size you really will be happy. They are worth the wait.

Best boots I own

Quite simply the finest made boots I own and the most comfortable. Half size down from brannok ended up being just about perfect fit, but a word of advice don't try to make a too small Russell boot work. It is 1000% worth it to make sure you get the right size.