Our wide-ranging roundup this week is a delight—we’re checking out all kinds of stuff, from the newest lineup at JK Boots, to brand-new models at Parkhurst and Oak Street Bootmakers, to Red Wing’s vintage goodies, and much more.
More release roundups can be found right here.
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Viberg 1035 Service Boot in Classic Grey Oiled Culatta: $785
Viberg’s Service Boot Sunday hath returned! This past Sunday, they rolled out two web-exclusive Service Boots in C.F. Stead Classic Grey Oiled Culatta steerhide. This 1035-lasted version features big antique brass eyelets along with Dainite studded rubber soles…
Viberg 2040 Service Boot in Classic Grey Oiled Culatta: $785
…and the 2040 version features a smaller set of eyelets along with Ridgeway soles. Tough choice here!
White’s Boots x Rose Anvil “Drifter Boot” in Red Dog: $650
Rose Anvil’s latest collaboration comes courtesy of White’s Boots. Built on the classic 4811 Smokejumper last, the Drifter is built to a 10-inch height in Seidel Red Dog leather, with a packer-style heel and Vibram 430 soles. For you EDC nuts, this boot also comes with a DIY kit to add matching pockets for knives or other goodies, if you should so choose. Very nifty.
Viberg 2030EE Service Boot in Loden Janus Calf Suede: $780
Widebois rejoice! While we’ve already seen this model released in Viberg’s AW22 collection, Withered Fig decided to get their entire run in a wider EE fit (as opposed to the default E width of the 2030 last).
Parkhurst Elmwood in Matte Black Veg Tan: $398
After facing down some manufacturing challenges (more details here), Parkhurst is getting things back on track and recently unveiled two brand-new patterns on a tweaked version of the 602 last, dubbed 602M. First up, the Elmwood, which is a classic chelsea with a 360 stormwelt and Vibram Londra soles. It’s available in a grey-black veg tan leather…
Parkhurst Elmwood in Mahogany: $398
…or in a combination-tanned brown leather.
Parkhurst Niagara in Mahogany: $418
Parkhurst’s other new model is a sleek moc toe boot, the Niagara. Also crafted on the 602M last, it’s built with a 360 stormwelt and Itshide commando soles. The Niagara is available in more of this Mahogany leather…
Parkhurst Niagara in Light Brown Waxy Commander: $398
…or in C.F. Stead’s Waxy Commander.
Alden x Ealdwine “The Phoenix” Straight Tip Boot in Tan Vegano Calf: $610
A few sizes still remain in this Tan Vegano calf take on Ealdwine’s “Phoenix” boot. This straight tip cap toe boot is built on the Barrie last with a 360 pre-stitch reverse welt and double Waterloc soles.
Oak Street Bootmakers Angler Moc in Natural Chromexcel: $378
Oak Street is breathing new life into their handsewn moccasin lineup with some new additions, including these Angler Mocs. Built on their brand-new 304 last, these mocs are double-vamped and feature a Cortina lug sole. Available in both Natural CXL…
Oak Street Bootmakers Angler Moc in Brown Chromexcel: $378
…and Brown.
Oak Street Bootmakers Sportsmoc in Brown Chromexcel: $388
Also made on the 304 last, the Sportsmoc features two eyelets and a vamp that sits farther up the foot, allowing for a more snug and secure fit. Also double-vamped and equipped with Cortina lug soles, the Sportsmoc is also available in either Brown CXL…
Oak Street Bootmakers Sportsmoc in Natural Chromexcel: $388
…or Natty.
Alden x Brick + Mortar “Mercer” U-Tip Blucher: $650
This Barrie-lasted U-tip blucher is made with tan nubuck leather and contrasting mocha mocc stitching. It features a 270 storm welt along with single Waterloc soles.
Paraboot Chimey in Nubuck Gringo: ~$475
There’s lots of new hotness to check out at Paraboot right now, but we’ll feature just a few of our favorites here. The apron-toed Chimey comes in a dark brown nubuck leather, along with Paraboot’s signature Norwegian welted construction and rubber commando soles.
Paraboot Imbattable in Sauvage Naturel: ~$450
The Imbattable’s rugged silhouette is well-complemented by this natural horsehide leather.
Paraboot Avoriaz in Vel Green: ~$485
The Avoriaz hiker comes in a green suede, along with a contrasting beige collar.
Paraboot Bergerac in Lisse Écorce: $420
Taking cues from classic work boots, the padded-collar Bergerac is available in a “smooth bark” grain leather…
Paraboot Bergerac in Velours Marine: $465
…as well as a grey-blue suede.
JK Boots 300: $379+
JK Boots has just released their 300 line, named “in honor of the 300 million hardworking individuals that make up our nation.” Available in a variety of leathers and soles—with safety toes and without—these boots cut the cost of JK’s usual offerings by being made in 5.5 oz leather instead of their typical 8-9 oz leather, and without nails or screws, offering a lightweight yet still-tough workboot.
Red Wing Heritage “Same Old” Upcycled Collection (Releasing Sept. 20th)
Nothing new here, but that’s Red Wing’s whole angle with this campaign focused on celebrating their heritage with a whole bunch of different men’s and women’s models across several decades. From the more recent Blacksmiths to the WWII-era Skytroopers, there are all kinds of worn vintage goodies you’ll be able to choose from when these all go up for sale next week.