I wanted a Roughout horsebutt boot that I could play at maxing a waxed flesh with.
I insisted that Sagara make my boot using my HTB measurements. Bagus agreed. It worked out pretty well.
Email. Completion was delayed by item shortages. Sagara was occasionally communicative.
I’ve worn them doing a bit of everything, not too much wear in any one category or activity. I appreciate that these are a bit more rugged than my WMB boots
Because the horsebutt is only ~2mm break in has been very easy. I brush maybe 2x a month and wipe down with a wet rag 1x a month. Wouldn’t wear these to trek in the winter because the leather is thinner and unlined.
A little uncomfortable over distances over 3+ miles in the medial area of the ball. I had to insist these were sized based on my HTB and at an E width. Anything smaller would be uncomfortable. Toe box is at a great height and doesn’t bear down on my toes even with lack of structure. There isn’t much in the way of arch support but there’s a bit of padding under the sock liner.
Construction and finishing are great, I expect these to last a long time. I’m not in love with Sagaras patterning on this one, I find the top down perspective and side perspective to make the vamp look short. Otherwise it’s a nice looking boot
I like the raw cord and don’t find it too uncomfortable and that it performs well in many conditions
These are a great value boot.