First Pair of Grant Stones
Thinking about getting my first pair of Grant Stones. Love both of these colors (Burgundy Kudu & Color #8 Chromexel), but not sure if the #8 will be versatile enough. On the other-hand, not sure if the Burgundy will be too similar to a standard brown to justify getting. Thoughts or experience with either of these colors?
https://www.grantstoneshoes.com/collections/boots/products/diesel-boot-color-8-chromexcel
https://www.grantstoneshoes.com/collections/boots/products/pre-order-diesel-boot-dark-burgundy-kudu
Grant Stone
Diesel Boot Color #8 Chromexcel
The word “diesel” doesn’t exactly remind us of something flashy but instead of something built for strength and longevity. This is our rendition of the basic plain toe boot pattern—made with nothing but proven leather uppers, lining, and insole. This boot comes equipped with our new Micro Stud Rubber Sole, which is bui
Grant Stone
Diesel Boot / Dark Burgundy Kudu
This wild antelope leather is full of character, offering a soft touch and heavier weight, a perfect combination for any boot. Variation is expected as this article is the antithesis of a cookie-cutter article. Components Goodyear-welt construction Leo last C.F. Stead Kudu Leather Full-grain leather kip lining 360º s
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Many find C8 to be very wearable — it’s a pretty good color that goes with most things, though if you’re new to boots in general I’d be wary of CXL. Great leather, but often creases more than people anticipate, especially if you’re looking for something “dressy”.
Burgundy kudu is fairly brown, but can vary a bit batch to batch. I’d personally go for the kudu, if only because it’s a much more visually interesting leather
Both are great low-maintenance and casual leathers. I'm personally not a fan of color #8 unless it's shell. I prefer black or brown CXL but it's obviously still a v popular leather
I've got a pair of Chukkas in brown Kudu from Taft. Not looking for anything dressy with these, so I was actually hoping that they'd crease and look a bit more casual after breaking them in
How does it being shell effect the color?
Shell isn't like typical leathers and won't take dye consistently. The result is generally a hide that has intense depth of color as well as variation. I find that color 8 looks really cool in this context, but on a plain leather it's basically just a shade of burgundy to me, and not a terribly interesting one at that. I'd prefer a darker black cherry color.
https://www.tecovas.com/products/the-cooper
Nile Crocodile Cowboy Boots | The Cooper - Black Cherry | Tecovas
In The Cooper, the striking natural detailing of belly-cut Nile crocodile finds itself in a limited edition boot that captures the magic of Black Cherry...
It's a perfectly fine color, just not one that I personally like on non-shell leathers
Alden’s eggplant Co8 finish is also very distinct
Personally I’d grab these GS, or any other garrison:
https://www.grantstoneshoes.com/collections/limited-releases/products/garrison-boot-bronze-rough-suede
Grant Stone
Garrison Boot Bronze Rough Suede
Tanned by Charles F. Stead in England, Bronze Rough Suede features a nappy finish, creating a rough and natural texture in a rich leather. This comfortable and chunky casual leather will have a wide range of nappiness to the suede. Due to the highly exaggerated and irregular nap of leather, variation should be expected
The kudu might be a bit close then, if that’s your concern. The C8 will definitely be dissimilar — but it’s really difficult to go wrong with any of GS’s boots