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A Goodyear-welted Chelsea boot from Rhodes Footwear, handcrafted in León, Mexico, with a slim Vibram 430 inset mini-lug outsole. The leather-lined removable PU insole and light sole give it a sneaker-like feel underfoot, and the welt means it can be resoled for years of wear. It suits people who want a dress-casual Chelsea that handles wet pavement without the bulk of a full lug boot. The main trade-off is fit: the shaft and instep run narrow and tight, so wide-footed buyers should look at roomier Chelseas from Blundstone or Red Wing instead.
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Lowest price we've seen: $149.00 on Nov 11 at Huckberry. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.
Buyers like the looks, the light weight and the sneaker-like comfort once broken in. The recurring complaint is fit: the boot is hard to get into and runs tight, especially for anyone without a narrow foot.
The Mini Lug Chelsea Boot is a Chelsea boot with a chestnut suede upper and a Vibram 430 Inset Mini Lug outsole. The outsole is lightweight and durable. Its low lug profile is less chunky than traditional lug soles and tracks less dirt.
The boots use Goodyear welt construction, which makes them resoleable. The insoles are removable PU insoles lined with leather, for a sneaker-like feel. Each pair is handcrafted in León, Mexico.