Importantly, the design was by my client. He had a very clear idea of what he wanted. The stitch length (3mm) and distance from the edge of the upper (2mm) and even the reinforcement stitches (3.5mm). Distance between the quarters when laced. ~15mm. The open, and the reinforcement stitches are set really way back. Much farther than I would normally do it, but doable with custom fitting.
I’m sure you can imagine how annoying this could sound, but he was so delightful to work with, a wonderful person, and I can hardly wait to make another pair of whatever he wants.
He had lots of ideas about the ideal leather for these boots. After reviewing heaps of samples, he chose this veg tan pull-up upper leather from Conceria Solaris. It has an interesting variation in color when worn and can be smoothed to an even tone as well.
The boots are welted construction with basalt fiber shanks, leather midsoles, and Vibram Bologna soles.