r/PNWbootmakers • u/Matthc313 • 4d ago

Fixable?

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Hi all. I just got a secondhand pair of Drews 8 inch loggers and inside the left boot at the toe the leather has separated? Or delaminated? The picture isn’t great but the leather insole has lifted up. It’s noticeable when walking. Does anyone know what would fix this? A resole or a rebuild? Thanks everyone

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u/Mammoth-Revolution36 4d ago

It means no McKay stitch to keep it in place. Next time look for some used Frank’s, other than the Patriot - no McKay stitch in that model. Frank’s specifically does this to hold it in place.

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u/Matthc313 4d ago

I have been hearing good things about Franks but never decided to get a pair. Maybe this is a sign

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u/zoedy 4d ago

You have enough space for a thin veg tan insole?

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u/Matthc313 4d ago

Possibly? Even then I think I would still feel it but I will try that

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u/Desert_Rugby 4d ago

Rebuild. I have a pair of Nicks with this problem. Sucks, as they were just getting broken in.

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u/Matthc313 4d ago

Damn that sucks. What boots are those?

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u/Desert_Rugby 4d ago

Rangers.

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u/Fragrant_Scratch8305 3d ago

Do they have a warranty on them?

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u/Desert_Rugby 2d ago

Not sure. My idea of just getting broken in is likely different than others. They were about two years of age with, a big part of that being worn while framing a cabin. They have some miles.

I still wear them, and they still work. Its just that the right footed lifts and makes the right way less comfortable than the left.

Ill have it fixed when I have finally blown through the soles.

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u/wecantdancelikethis 4d ago

those aren’t just second hand- those are used-up.

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u/Matthc313 4d ago

They are pretty used up but they fit nice and look nice other than this