Thanks Weston! I look forward to it too and I will 100% be documenting these over the course of the contest. Hopefully my video production gets better as these age! Hah
The best parts of this video: good video quality to see the characteristics and color of the leather, clear sizing info, the play-dough description of the volume lol, and the explanation/illustration of the toe shape. I love the leather, and I agree, man, that single piece heel stay and lower heel really makes this one! Loved the whole video!
Haha man I was playing with play doh earlier with the kids and that illustration popped into my head, had to bust it out in the video. Thank you for the kind words.
I love that leather! I'm a huge fan of Nicks (learned about them through Weston). I agree their finish is nicer than White's. I ordered a pair of bounty hunter with this same leather. I called Nicks and asked them if they could brogue the toecap and unfortunately they said no so I had to go with Whites. My leather has started to patina and darkened considerably, it looks so awesome! This leather seems harder to break in for me than my other pairs and I even own a pair of builder pros. I recently discovered the Prospector and I'd really like to have a pair made with the slightly lower heel, I love the dogger heel profile, I'm not a fan of "block" heels.
Did you get the block heel on the bounty hunter or the woodsman heel? I have a friend who has some bounty hunters in this leather and it’s actually much thicker than the side that Nicks used with my boots, so the tougher break in makes sense! They are beasts! Congrats on the pickup, those White’s are probably very nice. I have 6 pairs of White’s so I’m a big fan. I think you’ll really like the prospector you should absolutely do it!
Same! I know my production is not great but I didn’t see any videos yet of this leather and this new pattern so I knew I had to at least get something on the internet!
I bought the prospector in rough out tan. Break in wasn't bad. Skipped the laces on the speed hooks and just wrapped the ankle. Hard sole but eventing else is fantastic
Sometimes you can see a line of demarcation on plain toes, but this leather is so thick I would doubt it. It shouldn’t change the shape at all though as it’s still made on the same last. The difference in thickness would be minuscule IMO.
Love these boots. I worked with Nick's to design them. I loved the Viberg 310 but wanted something more durable. I got the first pair and now have a second one with a new option that will be available soon. Thanks for doing such a nice video of my design. Love this.
I wish brands like Nick's and White's had off the rack options for those of us that don't want to go through the measuring and guesswork. I'm not a six figure earning hipster. I'm busy and I'm exhausted after work. I just want an excellently constructed, handsome boot, that is based on my normal shoe size.
Hey Trae! Nicks has a lot of ready to ship and also free range options that are pre made! Just need to keep an eye on the page for your size to pop up. I’ll attach some links below. nicksboots.com/shop/in-stock-boots/ready-to-ship/ nicksboots.com/shop/in-stock-boots/free-range-boots/ nicksboots.com/shop/in-stock-boots/factory-seconds/ White’s website will also let you know when a stock makeup is in stock. If it lets you add to cart and doesn’t tell you there is a lead time then it’s in stock and ships immediately. Hope this helps. I’m just a blue collar worker, wish I was a 6 figure hipster!
@@trinityhandmade3864 , Thanks for the reply! I've learned this since leaving my comment; but thank you, still. After I've completed my Santa's list for others, I will be treating myself to a couple of pairs.
Do you think these would be snug for someone with normal D width feet? I was looking at the Prospector in Dark Olive CXL 67 leather with the honey Vibram sole. Looks amazing.
Have you worn any Nick's brand boots ? I wear a pair of Nick's Robert's (55 Last) and Nick's Prospector (67 Last). My observation is that the 67 Lasted Predator boots have a squared off toe shape which makes the boot "fit wider" than the Nick's 55 Lasted Robert. So, the combination of a squared off toe shape plus the sprung toe profile makes the Prospector model have more forefoot and toe room than most other boots. If you normally wear a D width I expect that the Prospector in D width will be plenty wide enough for you. Also, if you are considering CXL know that leather is very soft and supple which can cause a pair of footwear to feel a bit "looser on the foot" than some thicker more rigid leather uppers might feel.
@@sf_raiders_fan3520 so I ended up seeing a pair of Prospectors in an amazing makeup appear on the Ready to Ship page. I pounced on them as they were an 11E. I wanted an E as everyone says the 11067 is narrow. I would say they are definitely narrow. These E’s are not even as wide as my D width Wolverine 1000 Miles. No way I could fit my D feet into the 11067 in a D. The 11E is a great fit on my feet. The only issue is the arch. I’ve never had any boots with this kind of feel. I was honestly going to get an HNW if I ordered a pair. I think I’ll get used to the arch. The look is worth a little extra pain during break in.
So sick. I’m on day 2 of breaking in builder pros for work I’m not having a big problem just stiff got about 7 hrs the first day and gonna do about the same today. I’m looking to get something like these for non work a 10D in builder pro would be the same size for those?
Thanks Matt. Wow man you are going for it, that’s a lot of wear from a brand new boot as badass as a builder pro! I would consult Nicks for sizing info, this boot runs more narrow than the builder pro so you may need to size up on the width.
They just emailed me back and said they would recommend staying w 10D. Yea I got some of the darn tough steel toe socks and really just have a 2 spots where they squeeze slightly but no rubbing that would cause a blister. I’ve been welding at a bench standing mostly not really walking around a whole lot I’m not a maniac.
I think my grail boot would be this exact design, but black or burgundy horsehide with a brogue toe cap. Or, whoever is batshit enough to make it, a black and burgundy teacore leather. Then i can die happy.
Not sure I’ve ever seen a brogue cap toe done by Nicks but maybe they could do it. Order up some Shinki and send it to Nicks they will make you a boot out of leather that you send in. Next option would be a Viberg 310 in a teacore hh. I’ve seen some 310s with a brouge cap toe before. Have you seen the new Iron boots last? Somewhat Viberg 310/ Nicks 67 last ish. They could probably make you whatever you want. instagram.com/p/CTCyT3ZFtTM/?
@@trinityhandmade3864 yeah I’ve never seen Nick’s do a brogue but im sure they could, definitely not into viberg though. The new iron boots last looks promising im just not sure about the width.
Pretty sure it’s a low dogger but if that’s not an option than yea I would say moderate. Either way it’s the default heel height for 67 last prospector
The lock part of the lock stitch is still protected between the layers and will help hold it together. Aside form that the glue and nails do the vast majority of the job holding things together. The stitching is just extra insurance. This is not unique to Nicks boots have been made like this for a long time.
@@trinityhandmade3864 I know that glue is what makes more of the job, but even than, the stitches looks ugly like that , not protected in grooves. It is a deal breaker for me done like that.
7 weeks. I’ve heard there’s a shortage of work leathers so heritage line stuff in leathers that are in stock are being given priority. Not sure how much truth there is to that but these certainly came fast!
I still think I am right I have been making footwear more than fifty years for people who need special shoes The last is made for a higher heel.The last on the outside should be built up a bit more. It would make the boot better with much less time to break in Brake in time generally is not necessary if the boot fits. This is used to avoid the problems with the customer. I could make the boot better and no 80 nails are needed guaranteed. @@swankybubbles77
I can’t wait to see what they look like broken in! You should definitely do a follow up video.
Thanks Weston! I look forward to it too and I will 100% be documenting these over the course of the contest. Hopefully my video production gets better as these age! Hah
The best parts of this video: good video quality to see the characteristics and color of the leather, clear sizing info, the play-dough description of the volume lol, and the explanation/illustration of the toe shape. I love the leather, and I agree, man, that single piece heel stay and lower heel really makes this one! Loved the whole video!
Haha man I was playing with play doh earlier with the kids and that illustration popped into my head, had to bust it out in the video. Thank you for the kind words.
RUclips videos do not do this leather justice. It’s jaw dropping in person. Congrats!
Not at all! Check out the short I uploaded, it’s outdoors and shows the color and grain way more true to life.
The Sprung toe and the Latigo leather. 🔥🔥🔥 Glad to see some more Trinity Handmade content from the legend himself!!! ✨🙌🏾✨
Thank you Angel! I have no clue what I’m doing but it’s still fun 😂. Really, people just want to see the boots!
@@trinityhandmade3864 there is no method to the madness.
Just hit record and have fun! 🤙🏽😜🤙🏽
You did great. 👏🏽 Thanx for sharing 🙏🏽
@@NoblemansXchange thanks for the encouragement.
I love that leather! I'm a huge fan of Nicks (learned about them through Weston). I agree their finish is nicer than White's. I ordered a pair of bounty hunter with this same leather. I called Nicks and asked them if they could brogue the toecap and unfortunately they said no so I had to go with Whites. My leather has started to patina and darkened considerably, it looks so awesome! This leather seems harder to break in for me than my other pairs and I even own a pair of builder pros. I recently discovered the Prospector and I'd really like to have a pair made with the slightly lower heel, I love the dogger heel profile, I'm not a fan of "block" heels.
Did you get the block heel on the bounty hunter or the woodsman heel? I have a friend who has some bounty hunters in this leather and it’s actually much thicker than the side that Nicks used with my boots, so the tougher break in makes sense! They are beasts! Congrats on the pickup, those White’s are probably very nice. I have 6 pairs of White’s so I’m a big fan.
I think you’ll really like the prospector you should absolutely do it!
Dude you’re not kidding about Nick’s QC… they look SO GOOD
Thanks Dale! I was taken back for sure, they are on another level from the other PNW makers
Thanks for sharing! First hands-on video I've seen with the Oiled Latigo.
Same! I know my production is not great but I didn’t see any videos yet of this leather and this new pattern so I knew I had to at least get something on the internet!
I bought the prospector in rough out tan. Break in wasn't bad. Skipped the laces on the speed hooks and just wrapped the ankle. Hard sole but eventing else is fantastic
Any update on these a year later? Very curious on how they are breaking in and aging. Thanks for sharing, beautiful leather.
Love the new Prospector.. Wonder if celastic would change the toe box shape or if it would be unnoticeable.
Sometimes you can see a line of demarcation on plain toes, but this leather is so thick I would doubt it. It shouldn’t change the shape at all though as it’s still made on the same last. The difference in thickness would be minuscule IMO.
I've got two pairs of Prospectors and the celastic toe is completely unnoticeable.
Love these boots. I worked with Nick's to design them. I loved the Viberg 310 but wanted something more durable. I got the first pair and now have a second one with a new option that will be available soon. Thanks for doing such a nice video of my design. Love this.
What is the new option? Cap toe?
@@brianbailey7905 lug sole! Check out their page
@ Tod Hallowell- which do you prefer, the lug sole Prospector or your other pair ( which sole do they have?)?
I wish brands like Nick's and White's had off the rack options for those of us that don't want to go through the measuring and guesswork. I'm not a six figure earning hipster. I'm busy and I'm exhausted after work. I just want an excellently constructed, handsome boot, that is based on my normal shoe size.
Hey Trae! Nicks has a lot of ready to ship and also free range options that are pre made! Just need to keep an eye on the page for your size to pop up. I’ll attach some links below.
nicksboots.com/shop/in-stock-boots/ready-to-ship/
nicksboots.com/shop/in-stock-boots/free-range-boots/
nicksboots.com/shop/in-stock-boots/factory-seconds/
White’s website will also let you know when a stock makeup is in stock. If it lets you add to cart and doesn’t tell you there is a lead time then it’s in stock and ships immediately. Hope this helps. I’m just a blue collar worker, wish I was a 6 figure hipster!
@@trinityhandmade3864 , Thanks for the reply! I've learned this since leaving my comment; but thank you, still. After I've completed my Santa's list for others, I will be treating myself to a couple of pairs.
That’s awesome! Enjoy, you deserve it, sorry for the slow reply!
Holy geez, that's a beautiful boot.
Thank you Dave!
Look killer. How is the break in going?
Good looking boot. Thanks for sharing.
They came out great I agree!
Good to see you on here, brother! Thanks for this great video!
Thanks Dave! Glad to be here, the vids will get better just bear with me 😂
Beautiful looking leather.
Couldn’t agree more!
Nice learher for sure. I wonder how does it compare to their english bridal?
More oil in the top finish for sure
How is the sizing compared to other 55 last boots? I’m a 10.5d in whites and Franks 55 last
Do you think these would be snug for someone with normal D width feet? I was looking at the Prospector in Dark Olive CXL 67 leather with the honey Vibram sole. Looks amazing.
I saw that makeup it’s cool! I would step up to an E width in these if you are a true D width foot.
@@trinityhandmade3864 thanks for the information. I think I may contact Nick’s and do fit sheet. Don’t want to get a boot that’s too tight.
Have you worn any Nick's brand boots ? I wear a pair of Nick's Robert's (55 Last) and Nick's Prospector (67 Last). My observation is that the 67 Lasted Predator boots have a squared off toe shape which makes the boot "fit wider" than the Nick's 55 Lasted Robert. So, the combination of a squared off toe shape plus the sprung toe profile makes the Prospector model have more forefoot and toe room than most other boots. If you normally wear a D width I expect that the Prospector in D width will be plenty wide enough for you.
Also, if you are considering CXL know that leather is very soft and supple which can cause a pair of footwear to feel a bit "looser on the foot" than some thicker more rigid leather uppers might feel.
@@sf_raiders_fan3520 so I ended up seeing a pair of Prospectors in an amazing makeup appear on the Ready to Ship page. I pounced on them as they were an 11E. I wanted an E as everyone says the 11067 is narrow. I would say they are definitely narrow. These E’s are not even as wide as my D width Wolverine 1000 Miles. No way I could fit my D feet into the 11067 in a D. The 11E is a great fit on my feet. The only issue is the arch. I’ve never had any boots with this kind of feel. I was honestly going to get an HNW if I ordered a pair. I think I’ll get used to the arch. The look is worth a little extra pain during break in.
Oh nice video! Glad to see you making content
Thanks dude!!
Good choice to go with the upgrade W&C leather. The color is so rich and complex. Jealous
It was great! Don’t love the heavy way it creases though, like most veg tans
Great review. Subbed. Keep em coming!
Dude thank you!!
These may have become my dream boot. Lol.
I don’t blame you. They are phenomenal.
beautiful boots !
So sick. I’m on day 2 of breaking in builder pros for work I’m not having a big problem just stiff got about 7 hrs the first day and gonna do about the same today. I’m looking to get something like these for non work a 10D in builder pro would be the same size for those?
Thanks Matt. Wow man you are going for it, that’s a lot of wear from a brand new boot as badass as a builder pro! I would consult Nicks for sizing info, this boot runs more narrow than the builder pro so you may need to size up on the width.
They just emailed me back and said they would recommend staying w 10D. Yea I got some of the darn tough steel toe socks and really just have a 2 spots where they squeeze slightly but no rubbing that would cause a blister. I’ve been welding at a bench standing mostly not really walking around a whole lot I’m not a maniac.
I didn’t ask about a specific boot. Just If I ordered in the future would my size be the same across different models.
Well there ya go! I would trust their sizing advice, they haven’t led me astray yet. Darn tough is where it’s at!
I'm thinking of selling all my tools to buy a pair.
Great video and great boots. 🙌🏻
Thank Manny!!!
Does anyone know any logical explanation why the front of the boot goes so much upward?
I think my grail boot would be this exact design, but black or burgundy horsehide with a brogue toe cap. Or, whoever is batshit enough to make it, a black and burgundy teacore leather. Then i can die happy.
Not sure I’ve ever seen a brogue cap toe done by Nicks but maybe they could do it. Order up some Shinki and send it to Nicks they will make you a boot out of leather that you send in.
Next option would be a Viberg 310 in a teacore hh. I’ve seen some 310s with a brouge cap toe before.
Have you seen the new Iron boots last? Somewhat Viberg 310/ Nicks 67 last ish. They could probably make you whatever you want. instagram.com/p/CTCyT3ZFtTM/?
@@trinityhandmade3864 yeah I’ve never seen Nick’s do a brogue but im sure they could, definitely not into viberg though. The new iron boots last looks promising im just not sure about the width.
How heavy are these?
You’re going to blow up
Sounds painful!! Seriously though, thank you!
Nive belt back there too
Thank you!
How big is the heel?
Nice boots
Did you get a shorter heel in these??
No, the prospector comes with this heel stock on the 67 last. The Nicks Robert on the 55 last has the much taller heel you are probably thinking of.
How long did these take to get to you? 6-8 weeks ?
Exactly 6 weeks! Good guess
Boot update ?
Any follow up video on these?
No I sold these sadly! Just wasn’t digging the color with my wardrobe.
Has anyone compared their Nicks sizes to their Arcteryx/New Balance sizes? Always ordered half the size down?
I have no idea! That’s an interesting one, each last is sized differently so that would be difficult.
How. Thick. Is. That. Leather. Dam. They. R. Sweat
Very nice!
Thank you!
Is this heel height a “moderate dogger”?
Pretty sure it’s a low dogger but if that’s not an option than yea I would say moderate. Either way it’s the default heel height for 67 last prospector
i thought the 67 last is supposed to have the tall heal?
It can, but on the prospector it has the low heel.
I designed them with a low heel intentionally to really emphasize the sprung toe profile.
I cannot understand why the stitches under the sole are not protected in groove or something like that. That thread will rub off in no time.
The lock part of the lock stitch is still protected between the layers and will help hold it together. Aside form that the glue and nails do the vast majority of the job holding things together. The stitching is just extra insurance. This is not unique to Nicks boots have been made like this for a long time.
@@trinityhandmade3864 I know that glue is what makes more of the job, but even than, the stitches looks ugly like that , not protected in grooves. It is a deal breaker for me done like that.
@@yasennikov stitches on the *underside* of a boot *looks* ugly to you?
@@humanfirst11 I think it must be in protective chanel in the sole. It is otherwise useless when you rub it off . The way it looks is not the problem.
How much?
How long was from order to receipt of your Nicks Boots?
7 weeks. I’ve heard there’s a shortage of work leathers so heritage line stuff in leathers that are in stock are being given priority. Not sure how much truth there is to that but these certainly came fast!
@@trinityhandmade3864 That's amazing. I ordered mine on Jun1 and I still have 15-20 weeks to wait (and they can't make that more precise)
What did you order? I have some Wescos that are going on 30 weeks right now, leather shortages are weird and seem to be completely random.
why not show inside?
The heel is not proper and the last needs a little improvement. With the upturned toe you are ready to be in the circus as a clown
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I do not see the reply I could always give you my email address
@@andrewfried3144 😂
I have to respectfully disagree with your clown assessment. Do you have a pair? The toe looks narrow to me but lmk if I’m wrong.
I still think I am right I have been making footwear more than fifty years for people who need special shoes The last is made for a higher heel.The last on the outside should be built up a bit more. It would make the boot better with much less time to break in Brake in time generally is not necessary if the boot fits. This is used to avoid the problems with the customer. I could make the boot better and no 80 nails are needed guaranteed. @@swankybubbles77