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Dale Basista

Style blogger, boot collector, leatherworker.

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Parkhurst vs Grant Stone: Who Makes the Better Plain-Toe Boot?

I’m Dale of Dale's Leatherworks, and today I'm comparing and contrasting two amazing boots from Parkhurst and Grant Stone. I'm looking at Parkhurst's Allen

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Simmons Bilt B6 Leather Jacket Review: A Warm, Entry-Level Bomber

Leather jacket enthusiast, Dale Barista, trys out the Simmons Bilt B6 Bomber jacket.

It’s tough to find good-looking, heritage winter jackets. I’m talking about jackets that will keep you toasty warm, dry, and stylish at the same time. When

thursday explorer boot review

Thursday Explorer Boots Review | For Serious Adventuring

Thursday Boot Company is a brand that has become well-known for durable footwear at industry-buckingly low prices. From timeless cap toes and Chelseas to more

Thursday Boot Co. Rogue Review | This Slip-On Fits Better Than Chelseas

If you're on the hunt for a new pair of boots that's a little out of the ordinary but far from ostentatious, then you're in luck. Today's article is all about

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Aero Leather Hooch Hauler Jacket in Russet Badalassi: A Deep Dive

I'm going to be talking about this exceptional garment here: is my Hooch Hauler jacket from Aero Leather in Russet Badalassi. I don't plan to get any more

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Review: Truman Boot Company’s Rugged Black Chromexcel Boot

This was my very first pair of Truman boots acquired in June of 2015. I wanted a standard rugged pair of black Chromexcel cap toe boots and these fit the

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Review: How to Use Birchees Leather Conditioner

There are countless leather care products on the market, many carrying decades of lore and legend that culminate in their present-day reputation among

anson belt box set review

A Belt Snob Reviews Anson | Invincibelt, Cordovan, and Saddle Tan Comparison

I’ve collected my fair share of boots over the years and developed an eye for the finest Goodyear-welted masterpieces available. A hobby (OK, obsession) that

rambler leather truman boot company

Why Truman Boots’ Best Leather Is CF Stead’s Rambler

I’ve been following Truman Boot Company from day one, when they were just getting started in Pennsylvania. Over the course of time, they became known not

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Why I’m In Love With the Leather Belts From Pigeon Tree Crafting

After collecting my fair share of boots over the years, I began comparing and contrasting these quality wardrobe staples against other elements of my day to day

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Why I Fell Head Over Heels in Love With Men’s Boots

Editor’s note: This article is an op-ed. The views expressed herein and in the video are the author’s and don’t necessarily reflect the views of Stridewise,

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