The Wade
$385
Color:
Russet
Material:
Smooth Ostrich
Size:
*runs true to size
One of a Kind Versatility
Our smooth ostrich roper brings the rich tones of this soft, yet durable hide to a low profile for a refined exotic look you’ll find yourself stepping into again and again. A naturally varied look is a hallmark of smooth-quill ostrich, and each pair is sure to feel unique. Step into Russet for its more subtle contrasting goat shaft, or look for reasons to pull up your pant leg and make a statement in Chocolate with a Sand colored shaft. Either way, they’ll serve you well from Monday morning presentations to Friday happy hours.
- Round toe
- Smooth ostrich vamp, counter, and pull straps
- Soft cowhide lining
- 10” goat shaft
- 1 ⅛” straight heel
*Please Note: No two authentic animal hides are exactly the same. Color, texture, grain, and pattern variation can be expected from piece to piece.*
Smooth Ostrich
Sourced from the sides and belly of the ostrich hide, smooth ostrich leather is a worthy alternative to the bolder full-quill style. More subtle, with rich, intricate texturing that comes to life when dyed, our most accessible exotic hide is a fan favorite for good reason — each pair of smooth ostrich boots are truly unique.
Store Your Boots
- Store your boots in a dry and dark place.
- Alternate boot-wearing days to let boots properly dry out.
- Ideally, store with tissue, newspaper, or a cedar shoe tree that does not stretch the leather.
These methods above will help minimize moisture and extend the life of your boots.
How To Clean
- Take a damp (not wet) micro-care cloth and wipe off any dirt and residue as needed. Dry and buff leather with a horsehair brush after.
Condition
- While boots are still damp, lightly apply conditioner over the entire boot, ideally with fingers, but you can use a brush or cloth.
- Let conditioner dry and then buff with a horsehair brush.
- Condition every 1 to 2 months.
For conditioner, we suggest our Basics Care Kit or the Bickmore’s Bick 4 conditioner.
Polish & Shine
- Polishing will leave the boots with a glossy finish. We suggest avoiding colored polishes since they can alter the color of your boots.
- After your boots have dried, apply a small amount of wax-based polish to all the areas you wish to shine.
- Let the polish dry and then brush off the boot with a soft cloth.
- Buff with a horsehair brush to the desired level of shine.
For polish, we suggest the included polish in our Basics Care Kit.
- Lincoln wax polish (neutral) and Allen Edmonds spray shine are also great options.
Basics Care Kit
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