Bullet Proof Boot

I heard Truman Boots described in a YouTube video during the holidays and decided to take a look. I needed to identify a “gift for dad” and the black rough out was available.

Filling out the online form and communicating my measurements with Truman staff members.

After finding right size, ordered online in about four clicks.

Lite hiking, office work, travel, snow/ice conditions

Break in was a bit weird, to be honest. In the span of two weeks (about 10 wears) went from descent but roomy fit to way too loose then tightened up to perfect tight bespoke fit. Not sure how or why (perhaps from Poron soles?)! Bullet proof black rough out leather doesn’t patina so much as evolves from waxy to nappy to smooth based on wear patterns. Only care routine is to lightly brush dirt and debris from boot after wear.

I am an 11E Brannock, the Truman 11EE is a perfect fit. 79 Last feels like it was created for my foot.

For this boot quality of construction is excellent. Only negative is that it does look like the nails holding the heel in place are rusting.

Great sole. A bit of overkill for lite office work.

I highly recommend this boot! It is the best quality boot I’ve ever owned. The fit and durability of this boot has me searching for a worthy Truman follow-up. I do want another boot (and look on the Truman site for one almost daily) but know deep down I will never find a better pair than this.