Review of the Fortis x Happiness Carpenter Goldrush Boots in Indonesian Veg Tanned Natural Uppers

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This “Goldrush” Lace-To-Toe boot is a collaboration between Fortis Boots from Indonesia, and my friend John Bristow of The Happiness Carpenter.
Links
Fortis Instagram @‌fortis.bootsidn
The Happiness Carpenter Instagram @‌happinesscarpenter
The happiness Carpenter KZfaq / @happinesscarpenter4550
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:25 Welcome
00:52 Style and aesthetics
02:38 What to wear
03:33 Fortis Boots x The Happiness Carpenter
06:43 Construction
12:25 Leathercare
13:17 Sizing, fit and comfort
14:54 Value
15:26 Summary
Who Am I?
I am a Management Consultant in real life but in my Bootlosophy channel, I make videos about boots and all things boot related. This channel posts reviews of boots, unboxing of new boots, and follow-up reviews, and in doing so, may explore the philosophy of the brands and makers as well as the collectors!
In this channel, I will give information found in my research about the brand, the construction, and the materials, but I will express my personal opinions about how I feel about the boots reviewed.
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Пікірлер: 31

@kd5byb 2 ай бұрын

Nuts to the like button! Where's the LOVE button? Such nice boots reviewed in such an open, honest way. :)

@happinesscarpenter4550 2 ай бұрын

Those boots look great on you Teik! You channel makes me happy!!!!!❤

@Bootlosophy 2 ай бұрын

Your boots make me Happy!

@paulmulcahy1579 2 ай бұрын

Those are amazing. Never seen anything like these. I would not worry about working those out

@DancingSpacePotato 2 ай бұрын

If you’re patient and need truly classy boots or shoes especially loafers I highly recommend Winson! They also have more casual items under the name Midas. I had a custom pattern done last year

@renangaidheal1320 2 ай бұрын

It will take a lot of wear and weather but when this leather really darkens and gathers patina it will be stunning. The "problem" with such well-made sturdy boots is that it can take a long, long time before that level of patina arrives. Nicely done, another excellent review.

@DemeterDesigns 2 ай бұрын

Always appreciate your authenticity, Teik

@BlueSpirit. 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful!

@user-kg1kf8yz6v 2 ай бұрын

Great review! Wonderful boots. The speed hooks are an issue. Rotating like that is NOT okay. They should choose a different speed hook or method of construction. That would bother me and is just about a deal breaker. Hope they get that corrected. Thanks again for a great review!

@lindatringali6719 2 ай бұрын

Wonderful boot explanation. Beautiful Gold Rush Boots.

@robertgallagher2226 2 ай бұрын

excellent review as always

@patrickmiao1698 2 ай бұрын

Wow, that is a nice looking boot. I'd probably would only wear it for casual situations with a set of chinos or selvage jeans. Those boots look like they would patina nicely.

@jimr880 2 ай бұрын

Very nice...enjoyed the review.

@df540148 2 ай бұрын

Yep, those speedhooks really bother me. Even Grant Stone uses those which turn around. PNW brands use the best that are far sturdier and which Indonesian brings would use em as well.

@Brajin1 2 ай бұрын

This style is not exactly my cup of tea, but dang is it well made.

@alvinkoeswanto8622 2 ай бұрын

What a beautiful pair. It's gonna be a fantastic patina machine.

@chefrichh 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic review! The leather color is stunning. Is this style of boot out of place in Australia? Do you get a lot of looks?

@lucajames3850 2 ай бұрын

Well I mean, I get funny looks for my Jim Green ARs that a wear as work boots... People aren't really used to boots that aren't Chelsey boots or zip sided work boots, in my experience...

@chefrichh 2 ай бұрын

@@lucajames3850 thank you for your perspective. The Jim Green AR are very comfortable especially for standing and walking all day.

@Bootlosophy 2 ай бұрын

Not really seen as work boots here

@cadencramer2747 2 ай бұрын

As someone who wears PNW boots for work as well as at home, I don’t feel like these are necessarily “appropriating” the style or uniform, just modifying it for a different use case. I wouldn’t buy them personally because of the color and not having a lug sole. That being said, that doesn’t mean that someone who just likes the style, look, and durability wouldn’t want to have a well built, full height, all leather boot that’s better suited for their needs.

@Mulceber 2 ай бұрын

Perfectly stated.

@Booksandboots 2 ай бұрын

This video is convincing me for this pair hot damn

@DavidGonzalez-cv4wq 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful boots

@Bootlosophy 2 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend

@tony_r_pierce 2 ай бұрын

Great informative review. Teik, I’m curious about your thoughts on the best value boots for 2024, now that some Indonesian brands have achieved a following and have increased their prices. I believe, for example, that Bordon makes a $700 boot for $409. I recently ordered again from Andres. My Fortis order a month ago was over $500. And is Grant Stone still punching above their cost at roughly $400? Anyway, I’m always interested in who is winning the quality vs. price equation.

@Bootlosophy 2 ай бұрын

I think Bordon is solid. Most are reaching the apex of price:quality but I still think Parkhurst and Truman are in the ballpark.

@christophbecker1639 2 ай бұрын

I would prefer a brown sole, other than that those are really nice. Can‘t imagine how long it takes to handstitch all of that, makes may hands hurt just thinking about it. Can‘t wait to see how the leather will patina over time. Teik, what are your thoughts on boot height - 6 vs 8 inches ? For me, there is just something about a higher boot. It feels more secure for lack of a better word. Really like your videos - greetings from Germany

@Bootlosophy 2 ай бұрын

I agree a taller boot looks better but a 6 inch I find more comfortable