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CJ Villiers or Vass Therasianer on this "squared-off" P2 last that they appear to have made for me? The cost is going to be the same I am sure. We are talking about dark brown calfskin. If I ordered the Vass I would get it with a double sole for more versatility. I think the Villiers is on a single sole (but I am not sure). Plus of the Villiers is that I can get it in a few days. Plus of the Vass is that it is unique and I know it is comfortable, though I have nothing but good things to say about my pair of CJ Seymour Hand-Grades.

Get a Vass boot on the F-last (provided that you get "the nod" from Eva).

Spinola

Is there a secret handshake?

Yes, you reach out with your sock clad foot, in person.

No David, not a handshake - to get "the nod" you need to acquire a secrete code hidden in the Szechenyi.

Do you feel that there are guidelines for the sort of trousers to be worn with dress boots, so as not to look incongruous? I'd estimate a straight leg, with minimal taper or kick, and a relatively high cut, enough to minimise the break (and show off some boot) but not so much as to look pseudo-military. Pinstripes a plus?

I'm keen on a pair of boots, but really want to work out what sort will work for my wardrobe. Am thinking a mild chisel-toe - round toe is too workmanlike, pointy toe too rakish, square toe doesn't bear mentioning. I'd prefer either straps with buckles or lacing to elasticised sides - again, they're a little too workmanlike, as well as a little plain!

I'm keen to know how you'll wear yours.

Cheers,

Eden

Since I have never had a dress boot, I cannot say.