Well why would you do that?

@@Brent_Fiore Because the quality of the box has literally nothing to do with a review of the shoe. It's like saying because the cover of a book is boring, the book is boring.

I think for the money there are better boots out there!

@@Brent_Fiore Such as?

Either or. You can enjoy the leather soles for a bit and then get them put on. But if you live in a snowy climate I would put them on before winter for sure.

That’s the next video! Stay tuned.

That’s fair. That is why I would go through a company like Nordstrom. They have great customer service and they don’t have a return policy if you like them. Definitely give them a try.

Gotta spread His love. Haven’t heard anything about that. I would assume that they are fine and just have a factory flaw. And the chemical smell is probably the glue that they use to cement the sole.

Thank you sir. Good to know you are smelling good.

Couldn't agree more. MN is tough. Sample sights are our biggest friend. Shoot, we gonna have to share some samples with each other.

Same I'm trying to get into more niche fragrances and I have to drive soo far to the closest neiman marcus it is a hassle for sure

I feel that. They have a nicer line that is good quality still but some of their stuff is made for the namesake not quality.

Imma have to try that reiningchamp one. I would recommend checking out the Egan outlet Filson store. My wife and I both got one of these prospector hoodies for $25 each. What part of the metro?

@@Brent_Fiore we go to that outlet often but for whatever reason never realized the had a Filson store. Picked up a great deal at the Pendelton store. We (wife, daughter and I) are in south mpls right by Lake Nokomis.

Love it dude. My wife and I are down there often. We are more north metro, Coon Rapids area.

Good to be back. Hope you and your family are well. What do you want to see next?

I totally agree. I just think gen pop will not wear them. Skaters are a percent of a percent

I have never tried their stuff, but seem like a large denim brand with plenty of options.

I would love to hear your opinions, what ya got?

@@Brent_Fiore "Anything over 16oz is uncivilized" wth that mean? Anything below 32oz is pretty easy to wear. "Anything above straight fit is a trend right now" Literally mind your own bussiness on what fits people like. Jigging or wides its not your concern.

Bro you are so pressed over someone’s opinion on jeans. The average consumer isn’t going to like anything over 16oz. I know this because I worked high end retail for over 5 years. And the fit range I provided has historically stood up to “trends” in style not function. I am talking about general styles to the average consumer not to denim heads. I have owned a pair of 25oz IHs, and you are just wrong about “pretty easy to wear”. But if you like something on you, wear it.

@@Brent_Fiore "Bro your so pressed" lol you really like to make things up in your head and state your opinions as fact. You should reexamine your lens and bias you via the world cause your really trying to prove your bad opinion is the right opinion over here to someone who couldn't care less 😂

@@salsa83 Anything even close to 32 oz feels like chain mail armor, what are you talking about lol. Wider fitting pants/jeans definitely is a recent trend, that doesn't mean people shouldn't wear it and that's not what Brent is saying. He's just of the opinion that it's not going to be a timeless fit/style, which is a completely valid take.

Key word being historical. I am not talking about out workwear, more about style. But some people can pull off the wide leg? Also 3/4 pairs of denim in this are made in Japanese denim mills. Faded AGs are Kaihara denim, darker AGs are Nakashima Selvage Denim from Shinohara Textile, and the Light wash are from Kuroki Mills in Okayama, Japan.

​@@Brent_Fiore right, I was referring to the common theme that enduring styles have historical references... Which disagrees with your comment about other cuts besides slim, tapered, and straight being simple trends. Yes, many, if not most, people can pull off a wide leg fairly well. I meant Japanese brands that have been around for a long time. I see you linked Self Edge and Blue Owl, do you have a favorite Japanese brand on either site?

Good point! I hear you. And my fave is probably ONI. Their stuff is just done so well. I have yet to own a pair but that might be my next one.

@@Brent_Fiore nice, my first raw selvedge pair was the 20 oz secret 288zr. They were too big for me when I lost some weight so I had to sell them. I picked up the 222 super wide last fall and I wear them all the time, they're very comfortable and easy to style, love that hairy texture too. I got the Sugarcane Hawaii at the same time but the 222 gets all my attention. Maybe the Hawaii will shine during summer with lighter/smaller tops.

Glad you think so!

It’s not that they do not fit me they are just tight. I can come to a good conclusion knowing about the shoe, having them in hand, feeling them, and looking at them. I spent 5 years in the high end shoe industry. I am well versed. And for the money are okay. My opinion is just to put that money toward a better shoe. And yes they are “hand made” but not in a region or country known for boots. Just cuz something is “hand made” doesn’t make them good. Thanks for your thoughts!

To each their own. The leather doesn’t do well in MN winters, I’ll stick with rubber.

It’s slightly different if you compare them next to each other.

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I wouldn’t say thicker but maybe a bit more comfortable. Via cushion on the inside

I think those are great year round if you get them in a smooth or pebbled leather. The suede is a little more cold weather vibes but still works all year.

Ahhhh good to see you bro! Your take is perfect. I think there is a place for the newbie boot guy at this house, but you are right. Much better options for the seasoned.

Respectfully, what are you talking about? Both of your points are completely misguided. For a direct comparison, Carmina monkstraps start at $550 and go up from there. If you want to use an occasional sale price (highly doubtful under $300) you also have to account for BS’s common promotions as low as $170 for a pair of shoes or boots. Overall are Carmina shoes a better product? Absolutely. But for $170, I’ll take BS all day every day. Secondly, how do you not understand BS’s business model and long lead time given you are a past customer? The wait time has nothing to do with shipping or supply chain, it’s entirely due to the completely handmade, made to order process. The monkstraps you ordered weren’t in the works until you ordered them. It’s how they maintain their industry leading emission standards and B Corp certification, and brings with it the long wait time. I would also love to hear your logic about how customers waiting 2-3 months “increases profits” for them.

@@mhb1081 so you want me to wait for sales on an inferior product instead of waiting for sales on a better product. And then want me to believe that a company that doesn’t hold unsold inventory isn’t increasing its profits by doing so. Let me rephrase you want me to believe that a company that drives down the cost of storage by only making what is sold isn’t doing that to increase profits. Sounds like every company should be doing that then and you should be the CEO right?

@@JokeSwag im genuinely lost at what point you’re trying to make? In every company in every industry across the world, there are products at various price points and accordingly various qualities. Are you saying BS should not try to make a profit to remain sustainable… like every single other company does? By diminishing BS trying to make a profit by reducing inventory cost, are you implying Carmina doesn’t raise costs to offset their inventory to make a profit? Making an argument of just buying the better product makes no sense when that product is 2-3x the price. I never said that someone shouldn’t buy carmina shoes, they are an amazing product and if you can afford it, then go for it. I simply said BS reduces many of the overheads consumers pay for behind the scenes with traditional retail. Find me a single other company making completely hand made footwear with equivalent or better leather, working conditions, environmental policies, and employee benefits, for under $170, and I’ll shut up.

@@mhb1081 I'm making the original point that I made 4 weeks ago. BS has every right to do what they want. I have every right to buy from Carmina regardless. And I have the right to steer people to Carmina over BS. And no you don't have to shut up. I couldn't care less what you spend your money on or who you give it to.

No Farfetch is legit. Mine are 4+ years old at this point, probably just a change they made.

I wasn’t a huge fan of how they aged. They seemed cheap.

Legend!

Dang bro you got money.

Well I worked at a Nordstrom, so I was always finding the best deals. This one was special tho, beginning of COVID purchase. They had the biggest sale ever, and I got an extra 40% discount.

Levi’s and I don’t get along. I find them to be over priced for how they are manufactured.