How to know if your boots fit | Top 3 boot sizing myths

I compare Carmina Shoemaker Cobbler Union and Enzo Bonafe boots in this sizing guide.

How many of you are confident in how to get the correct fit for your new boots and shoes? Footwear sizing is one of the most complex aspects of getting into the traditional footwear community. Welted footwear is a buy it for life item and if you don’t get the right fit, it doesn’t matter how long it can last.

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[sc]

I wish bootmakers would provide detailed measurement of the boot online, like some clothing websites already do. I can’t always go in and try on several pairs, so I end up taking my best guess. I agree with Myth #1. The leather won’t stretch out to fit you. I would rather have something slightly larger, than something too tight.

[shredblue]

Thanks and important for men to discuss . Huge issue especially for guys doing labor. Last thing we need to worry about is our boots hindering us.

[MeToo-pytq]

You got good taste in boots I like the different silhouettes excellent colors too

[paulbooth]

For hiking & low level mountaineering I tend to go with Scarpa or La Sportive - both Italian brands. I find that 0.5 above my regular size is perfect. They are both excellent brands

[mrandmrscorona]

Know your size… because Some sales reps will try to force you on shoes they have readily available or in stock… making you deviate your size.

[abbanofer]

Nice video brother

I want to know should I hope to make a custom insole for the first time buying leather boots ?
I live in Canada

[bingo]

Great points all around. I guess my experience learning what good fit is continues to evolve. What took me literal years to figure out is your size is not the same with different shoemakers and lasts. I used to try and squeeze my feet into small shoes then decide I can’t wear this brand or the other. It was so bad and uninformed. I also finally understand why RTW shoes can be hit or miss if you have challenges with your feet anatomy. Some may simply not work as you stated.

[_JOMOMA]

I just bought a pair of boots from whites in there 4811 last and due to their larger last and higher heel and arch support I had to get a whole size down from my usual boot size. It’s my first time buying from them so I am a little scared about that, but I spoke with their sizing department for a few days to really narrow down my measurements. I didn’t know that heel height and arch support could play in such a large role when it comes to sizing.

[michaeljenssen]

Thanks!🎉 Tried Loake 1880 Roehamton 8 and Edward green Galway 8.5, Edward Green was superior 🙌🏻 So soft and nice leather!

[wyverntheterrible]

I bought a pair boots which are slightly over snug across the toe width. They are Panama Jack winter boots. Similar to Timberlands. Do you think this may 'break in' and expand with time? Wearing them at home and I have reddish pressure mark on outer pinky toe area. Deciding whether to return or keep. Any thoughts appreciated.

[sbentsen]

You know what i appreciate this take, just ordered a pair of Thursday captains in size 12.5 and i felt it was a half size too big, so I returned them and now have the size 12. These do fit, though I'm not used to this lace-up style boot, worried about the instep and the wear. I like what you said about this being a journey, and a learning process

[daimena.cianci]

By the gods, those are some beautiful boots. Love the new one

[darkphotographer]

biggest problem i find is size are not standard , and you have differnet expectation for winter or summer shoes, i like wearing a big insole and big sooks on my winter shoes, often i size up for that,

[furr]

Boots are almost like sneakers in that many brands/lasts fit very different even at the same size. Ex. Grant Stone diesel in 9e is way too snug yet their Brass Boot at 9e is an ocean & I need a 8.5e

[B_r_u_c_e]

Thank you. I find that sizing up for larger volume doesn't work, as the boots are just too long. Also, pointy boot fashion is silly -- feet aren't shaped that way.

[MeToo-pytq]

I have the same issue with my instep certain shoes sit right on my Right instep bony part and it's uncomfortable. I was told certain races such as Hispanics have this but who knows ?

[lpvfbsj]

Where did you get these laces? They look fantastic

[davidpielykh]

Thanks for the video! There are some editing slips at 5 and 8 minutes.

[Kudusole]

It will always be a hassle to find a pair of boots that fits perfectly. Also I have been noticing that my feet shape has changed from 10 years ago too.

[core-experience]

Hey, I just want to point out that your voice in the video keeps cutting in and out. It is very distracting for me, and I do not hear any other noise in the video, so it might be alright to not use a noise gate for to record your voice. Thanks for the great and informative video.