Opinions needed for Empire Canvas Works Prototype

**Darkislander** · 7th February 08, 06:36 PM

Yeah, they would look good in the correct circumstance.

**Chef** · 7th February 08, 06:40 PM

Very interesting. I agree on the RennFaire look although I think I see a bit of wrestling boot in them as well.

I don't think they are for me, but I wouldn't be surprised to see a few pair bing worn at highland games in the near future. As well as Kevin's wares are constructed I think they will do very well.

**Zardoz** · 7th February 08, 10:02 PM

I'd like a pair of those for ren faire duty, I like the idea of the eyelets and more shoe like construction in that style shoe. I think the gathered toe is good too BTW.

**M. A. C. Newsome** · 8th February 08, 05:44 AM

Originally Posted by kevinkinney

Oh yeah, I suppose we should have a name contest. Free pair to the one who hits the correct moniker. Please keep in mind that we're trying to make a real boot, not a costume. Ghillies evolved for a reason, we're just trying to emulate that practicality- and add a sole that survives all the modernity that gums up our lives. I'm already planning some swampy bowhunting for next fall. Our current winter boots are so quiet on the trail that I don't really need a rifle any more.

Cheers,

Kevin

Given what you just said, how about "Deerstalker Brogues"?

Oh, and I'm a size 12. :-)

M

**macwilkin** · 8th February 08, 05:52 AM

Originally Posted by ccga3359

They look very well constructed and go good with your Lamont weathered. As Todd would say "different horses for different folks" I could never see myself in a pair but I'd certainly give a nod to man that does.

ahem..."different horses for courses".

T.

**Howard Clark** · 8th February 08, 06:41 AM

Well I have been living in moccasins and mukluks for several years now, and they look pretty nice. For my environment though, they would need a tongue or something to cover up the space on top. Blacksmithing involves hot mill scale, and you don't want it on top of you sock clad foot, even if wool does not burn easily or well.

Kevin I'd be interested in seeing how this develops. Next time I get through Duluth (usually on the way to Ely) I AM stopping to see you. And my next pair of mukluks will be purchased from you folks !

I like the "deerstalker brogues" idea Matt !

**Panache** · 8th February 08, 08:45 AM

I excuse myself from the naming contest. While "Deerstalker Brogues" is a great name, it has perhaps too period or too theatrical connotations. To take Matt's idea and run with it , I think that "Hunting Brogues" or "Trail Brogues" would be closer to what Kevin is trying to make.

Cheers

Jamie

**JRB** · 8th February 08, 08:56 AM

How about the "off road brogue" or the SUB (sport utility brogue)

More realistically: field brogues

**kevinkinney** · 8th February 08, 08:56 AM

Our blacksmith friend calls them his 'Rendezshoes'

Kevin.

**Monkey@Arms** · 8th February 08, 11:28 AM

Originally Posted by kevinkinney

OK,

Oh yeah, I suppose we should have a name contest. Free pair to the one who hits the correct moniker. Please keep in mind that we're trying to make a real boot, not a costume. Ghillies evolved for a reason, we're just trying to emulate that practicality- and add a sole that survives all the modernity that gums up our lives. I'm already planning some swampy bowhunting for next fall. Our current winter boots are so quiet on the trail that I don't really need a rifle any more.

Cheers,

Kevin

How about "swamp ghillies" or "stealth brogues" (or visa versa).

Best regards,

Jake