The Brandle Legacy | From Start to Finish

[@florianhaake5590]

I think people need to take it easy on the criticism, smowe isn't forcing anybody to buy this boot and it doesnt indicate any change to the main brand. Dress boots are a growing market, and PNW have the expertise and resources to build them... so they should. At these low volumes and at the margin it's an opportunity to give back to the craftsmen who have experience and excel at their craft. I think that's an element that smowe could add in his marketing... it's a reward for excellent craft for his people. I think that would help the story. Ultimately there are rich buyers who already identify with the brand, and will buy these boots.

[@Leetsalot]

The average Nicks fan that this is advertised to would rather have two pair of Nicks rather than a single Brandle pair. Think that’s the problem.

[@imcknight2695]

Really think putting the time to bring these upgrades to the nicks line or adding a new sub “premium heritage” line, would result in better return than Brandle as a new brand capturing new buyers. Judging by the community posts I’ve seen, quite a lukewarm response and that’s from the fans following the brand who would be more supportive.

[@carlosbeverley8532]

This 👆🏻 There seems like such a disparity between the two brands, almost like they shouldn’t be associated with each other. I’m a Nicks fan as well but that price point is completely out of my wheelhouse. I think the “premium heritage” idea would be the perfect balance between them to at least bridge the gap of a PNW boot & a more European style boot. The pair that Rose Anvil reviewed on the Brandle last in CXL is a perfect example of what I would be willing to purchase. Just my two cents.

[@joellambert5245]

This is an American company pushing themselves and their work family to greater heights and challenges. Good luck to them, if I was in the market for a product like that I would give them strong consideration

[@JinsKookieJams]

*Will we see a process video of these boots?*

[@MrStreetninja007]

We hear the details let's see the details being built in a video

[@toneohm]

I feel like this company concept won't go down all too good.. the price.. pattern.. construction.. idk, maybe I'm wrong.. but subjectively.. and from what I've heard in other opinions.. it just doesn't work for me

[@Esundevil]

This is a great $800 boot if quality is as intended. But I have to think they can sell a lot more $600 boots if they worked on delivering their core line faster. They sell enough to do most in stock like Truman. I was rather buy $600 nicks if I could get cool leathers or models faster.

[@JinsKookieJams]

*The brandle website in the video description says they are $1200 not $800 😮 Unless you're talking about a different model of boots that aren't in the video.*

[@Esundevil]

@@JinsKookieJams I’m saying it’s worth $800 and saying $1200 likely has a Very small market. There are just better options for that money or most will go with two regular boots.

[@JinsKookieJams]

​@@Esundevil *Ah ok I see what you're saying. Yea they aren't worth the $1200 either. I absolutely agree!*

[@Midnightrider1177]

I’ll just say it. Average production of Nicks should be 8-10 weeks or less before they come out with an ultra premium line. . .

[@JinsKookieJams]

*In other videos and on their Reddit, they have mentioned it all depends on the availability of their leathers. And when some leathers run out, they do take awhile until they are back in stock. So that's one of the factors for the lead times.*

[@nickyeah5175]

You can get quick ship fully custom everything you can dream of if you choose Bison leather.

[@TheLazyTitan]

I'm still not sold on them and that's not likely to change anytime soon after the experience I had trying to purchase a pair when they launched. Viberg is still the company to beat in this category, which is why I feel they ultimately decided to compare them to Alden instead.

[@EssenceofPureFlavor]

Viberg comparison was made. In the same sentence.

[@TheLazyTitan]

@@EssenceofPureFlavor Just because you say a brand name in the same sentence doesn't make it a comparison. lol In what way did they really compare it to Viberg. The only comparison that was actually provided was to Alden.

[@EssenceofPureFlavor]

@@TheLazyTitan It was *in the same sentence.* What are you talking about?

[@EDHBlvd]

I’m curious about the “1964” model.

[@AVIONN2]

I hope the other great colors of doublestuff like Mojave and Tobacco come to brandle.

[@patrickmiao1698]

I couldn't justify this price unless it was a custom fit. For a off the shelf boot, these seem about $300 too expensive.

[@caryjacobs9142]

Been waiting forever to get a email update.

[@JinsKookieJams]

*Try calling them up if you haven't yet.*

[@Jago-1527]

Nice

[@hossfly4820]

My experience, Nicks Boots quality and customer service is not what it used to be.

[@EssenceofPureFlavor]

In what way?

[@hossfly4820]

​@@EssenceofPureFlavorIt's a long story. I have a pair in warranty repair. I'll have to see what I get when their done and go from there.

[@umbertosmith7014]

Come on man be specific...for me I've had quality control issues...didn't really notice it until the wear in...these were no refund factor seconds... My suggestion is if you order any boot from Nicks with a screwed and stitched sole, run your fingers through the insole of the boot. If you feel any raised bumps on the outside edges, thats the screw sticking up, it never goes away, you can cheat it over with a insert... But if you feel that on your brand new boot return them and make sure the screws are screwed straight and flush...it can happen. Another annoyance is lasting nails are left in the center of the heel, these are supposed to be removed...Nicks offers to pound them down with some re-bar and return them...if you have a lasting nail sticking out in the center of the heel, send them back, they should have been removed during the lasting process... It is normal to have nails around the boot, but in certain areas such as the heel area its not supposed to be there...I'm talking center of the heel not the edges, nails are normal in that area but they are pounded flat. Customer service seems good, but don't wear your new boots if you suspect QC issues, call them and return them ASAP they'll look at them and get back to you.

[@gt4654]

We live in strange times... It's funny to make and sell working boots to people who actually don't work...

[@JinsKookieJams]

*Yup! I recently saw a reddit post in the Nick's Boots subreddit where a dude was talking about how he wears his loggers for fashion. For fashion!! Anyone is buying their boots for anything at this point.*

[@gt4654]

@@JinsKookieJams I suggest to call them workless boots, or commie boots. It's exactly the same situation as communists. When was the last time you saw a communist that ever worked an hour in their lives? They're all intellectuals, or they think they are...

[@Rider.WhiteHorse]

​@@JinsKookieJamsyou're manic af

[@JinsKookieJams]

​@@Rider.WhiteHorse *Huh? What do you mean? I only commented making the observation that someone is using Nick's logger boots for fashion.*

[@JinsKookieJams]

​@@gt4654 *Yea the guy sounded unhinged when he was talking about them. It was weird.*

[@stevenkoppelkam643]

Been waiting for a Brandle update, i suspect it'll be the LL64 moving over to Brandle.

[@umbertosmith7014]

Make an honest 400$ boot, or 425$ with shipping. A simple stripped down no nonsense work boot. A brand within a brand is gonna be interesting. But at the respective price point...I think people will grab a Lofgren or Viberg and be happy. Now why not do a custom last and go for the 2k-2500$ route...What good does this fancy narrow dress last do if it will only work with few people? People seriously about "highest" quality footwear are also serious about perfect fit...limited last sizing works for just about nobody.

[@nickyeah5175]

They have something for pretty cheap with made with leather witb minor flaws or you can get flawless w all the features w quick ship if you choose Bison!

[@domesticengineerlifecoach6938]

Definitely not worth $1200 !

[@muhammadaliclay8976]

it should not be 200-300$ expensive than viberg

[@yifanzheng1999]

I agree, $1200 is a bit crazy. hard to see the value proposition here

[@verblvik]

The value proposition was compared to the regular Nicks line. Trying to show us that relatively speaking you're getting a great deal in the 600-700 dollar boots. With that said, not worth $1200 at all

[@hpkntnw]

Hey Nicks!! How about focusing on the quality of your $700 boots and your core customers before jumping to $1200 boots. I told you about the flaws in my moc toes and you did NOTHING!!

[@FlacomanXD]

This dude is trying to shill $1.2k boots in a sloppy tee, flip flops, and shorts... with the mannerisms of a disgruntled MTG player. Buyer beware.

[@ONEBALLINMYBUTT]

Is this fr an L chat?

[@dontorres2055]

I will say I've worn my Brandles a half a dozen times. Each and every time I get asked about my boots . Mid meeting guys staring at my boots stops and says I have to ask about your boots after 10min of him looking. Elevator asks, grocery store, country club ....it's a show stopper

[@JinsKookieJams]

*That's pretty neat! What do you do for work?*

[@dontorres2055]

@@JinsKookieJams I own a Wealth Management Firm and I do Business Consulting

[@JinsKookieJams]

​@@dontorres2055 *That's great! Have the boots been holding up well for you? I was curious about their longevity with how much wear they can take. Especially since the soles are different from the work boots we're used to seeing.*

[@dontorres2055]

@@JinsKookieJams The JR Soles last a pretty long time about 5 times longer than an Allen Edmond but it is leather sole longevity is an issue. Its not a work boot, but an extremely well-built heritage boot.

[@nickyeah5175]

See a lot of other folks negative in the comments but it's because they don't know fashion and how that can influence people. That's just how it is lol

[@fille3851]

Wow, the attention to detail in the finishing process really sets the 1925 apart! Those extra steps make all the difference-what a stunning shine right out of the box! 🙌 Definitely a level of craftsmanship that stands out.❤