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PlushKaram t1_iv6efvo wrote

Reply to comment by things_most_foul in 21 years, four resoles and still on the original laces by things_most_foul

But how can I justify paying 4x as much for a boot that lasts 10x as long 😭

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juicysweatsuitz t1_iv6elsr wrote

They’re 350 at Dicks sporting goods rn.

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Spute2008 t1_iv9a0au wrote

What kind of soles. My point is that I look for Vibram stitched on soles for two reasons. They are usually a sign of quality to begin with, and the sole can be easily replaced if it should ever wear down or (god forbid) crack.

Apologies. Had typo. Vibram "soles"

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VanillaGorilla59 t1_ivayacm wrote

Vibram? Like the word or is that an item? Forgive my ignorance.

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Spute2008 t1_ivbc14d wrote

https://www.google.com.au/search?q=vibram+soles&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-au&client=safari

https://expertworldtravel.com/vibram-soles/

https://samuelhubbard.com/blogs/journal/why-vibram-soles

https://www.advnture.com/features/vibram-soles

Also, stitched on soles are far less common now than when I was a teenager. But the glues used today are superio, so I don't mind if they're not stitched these days.

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Hessarian99 t1_ivhwq8p wrote

Glies are similar to what they were 20 years ago it's just that people are cheap SOBs now and can't imagine repairing something vs throwing it away

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Spute2008 t1_ivjdfxw wrote

If you invest in top quality (mostly leather) dress boots, dress shoes, hikers, and take care of them they should basically last forever. $100 shoes will never survive. $400 and up? Bloody better last, but you need to look after them like a car, with regular visits to a Shoe professional after so many miles.

And why not learn how to touch up and polish your own shoes. My dad taught me as a young teen. Though I don't wear dress shoes for work much anymore, I love knowing how. And other than my brother, I don't know a single person under 60 that knows how!

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siler7 t1_ivb0fqu wrote

> What kind of some.

Asking the real questions here.

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DenimCryptid t1_iv6ncgn wrote

And looks infinitely better its entire life instead of steadily falling apart at the seams after the first year

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Jlove7714 t1_iv86vrv wrote

To be fair, I would say the average pair lasts about 4x as long not 10.

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jhenryscott t1_iva3p75 wrote

To quote the once and future king.

WRONG

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Jlove7714 t1_ivc6leh wrote

Not trying to disparage the brand, but the welt and midsole will wear out and probably around the fourth resole. Sure you could replace those parts too but it's going to be costly.

Not sure what boots you're comparing them to that will give out in 1/10th the time. My $130 pair will most likely last 1/4th as long.

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jhenryscott t1_ivgih7w wrote

I’m just giving you a hard time I wear red wings

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