These chats with Albert are so entertaining and always informative. You guys have such a great rapport, even though you are coming from different background, lifestyles and even ages. I am closer to his age than yours...it is so refreshing to see a guy our age staying sharp, buying quality goods and actually caring about his appearance. SO many guys my age seem to have given up on looking their best. It's encouraging to know that we can look good, without trying to look "hip" or 30 years younger.
Thanks for speaking out and touching on all the good aspects of our country and people. After your first video with Albert, I started following him. Absolutely the nicest guy I've ever chatted with. Total gentleman rock star! Still trying to get an Iron Heart flannel and engineer boots. Had to get some motorcycle gear and drained my reserve tank for a bit. Love what you guys are doing!
Wesco is like the Holy Grail of American boots…start with thorp good and go to redwing, then graduate to whites and go further to Nicks and Franks…..then Wesco!
I just found out about your channel and been enjoying most of your content lately! As an Indonesian I was always fascinated on American heritage style. My family always owned a Harley, me and my dad still hunting for vintage Harley to this day, and lately through channel like yours and Stridewise, I just found out that Indonesia have lots of great bootmaker that makes American heritage style boots. So yes good or bad, American culture really brought up lots of good stuff internationally 👍
An obvious but important point: it's hard to get these boots to fit properly across the arch because you can't adjust the fit with laces. I custom ordered a pair of Wesco Morrison, which is the engineer minus the strap, for $800. The right boot was too loose, the left too tight. I followed the break-in instructions to a "t" but I couldn't wear the left boot for even 45 minutes without being in so much pain I could barely walk across the room. Plus I felt like I was standing on the edge of a curb with the bottom of my left foot. I paid to have them sent back to Wesco. 30 days later the left boot came back stretched out so much that it is now way too loose. I have not been able to use them and am out the $800. With engineer boots, don't go custom. Only try on premade boots and if they don't fit pretty much spot on, don't buy them. Avoid making the expensive mistake I did.
Another great interview, Carl! I LOVE it when you have Albert on. I hesitated a second when I saw the video length, but when I realized it was with Albert I was all in. That forty minutes flew by. I’m eagerly looking forward to the next time you have him on again.
So much fun listening to you two banter. Plus, made me remember that I have a 5 yr. old pair of Chippewa engineers lurking in the back of my closet. Here they come. Toot-Toot!
This only the second video I've watched from this channel, both with this guest... I'm a blue collar guy with some flair and live in "workwear". I own a pair of the WESCO Boss boots, purchased at the Von Dutch Store that was on Melrose here in LA back in 1999. Had them resoled a few times, then rebuilt after a bad motorcycle accident where they saved my foot from being pulverized - It was a T-bone accident where the car ran a red light and hit me there on my right foot, the frame of the bike was bent right were my foot sat on the peg. I would never ride without these boots on. I stopped riding in 2010 after another accident where I broke both wrists so these boots have just been sitting in the closet - I just took them out, so I'll be oiling them up later. I have to mention that I transitioned to barefoot boots (I have Chris at Broadwinger boots make them for me - You NEED to check them out) so my feet have widened which means I may no longer really be able to wear these WESCO's much but I still love them. At 57 with a grey beard I'm thinking in the coming years I'll maybe be a SANTA for Christmas parties and I'll wear the WESCO's then :D
Great episode Carl, I've been waiting for this one! Albert is such a great guy, it's always a pleasure when you have him on. Though I have not met Albert, we have exchanged a couple messages on IG and I cant say enough good things about him just from those brief DM encounters..Totally agree with you guys on the state of affairs in the intro.. Anyway, the parrallel lines, I bought my first pair of black Carolina Engineers on 8th St, NYC back in my "punk rock" days of the early 80's. Have recently gotten back into the engineers and happened to pick up the Wesco Boss at S&S in the British Tan. I have to say it is the most comfortable boot right out of the box that I own. That green Wesco from TJ w/ the christy wedge is fire! I'm hoping he does another pre-order for that one as I've looked high and lo to no avail for a wedge sole Wesco. One of these days I hope to order a pair of Kresote Parlor Skars, but its' a tough commit of 3 years when you are past 60 as I am..sigh.. Maybe Gabbard needs a separate senior citizens queue? LOL..
Its funny you mention it but before i even started watching I was thinking how awesome it was Albert and you were having a sit down again. I have no interest in todays subject matter but still gonna watch it 🙂
This was great! I somehow missed the earlier sit downs with Albert & will have to back track to watch them. These need to become a staple to the channel. By the way, the wife and I made a trip down to Nashville last month and I picked up my first pair of Tecovas. I wanted to wait until I could physically try them on in store. So, I picked up the “Roy” in Granite Suede and am also on the waiting list for the “Nick”. I also picked up the Denim Pearl Snap shirt in the Coriander color. I then had to have a hat and picked up a Stetson Trailblazer in the Acorn color. Let me just say that the Tecovas customer service at the Nashville store was top notch!
Last year I bought my first brown horse hide mister Lou’s, then got the blacks and finally got the toscanello horse rump Lou’s earlier this year, still waiting on that last pair. It’s a damn addiction lol 😂. Tempted on some Role Club engineers, but the lead time is insane!
'95, bought myself a motorcycle and picked up a pair of Durango's. Brown, Engineer. Think they were 150 bucks. Still have em. Still wear em. Take care of em. Love em. Everytime, every single time I wear them out I get comments on em. They just have a buzz about them.
This guys Wesco collection is probably my future self lol. I had the boss western toe custom made. Took 9 months but I got them in April this year and they are the best boots ever. Definitely still breaking in and were hard to get in and out of for a while, but its starting to ease up and they just feel better every time I wear them. Only thing I'm not in love with is that I screwed up and requested a 14 inch shaft height... They ended up much taller than i expected but that's completely my fault and I'll probably have them cut down at least 2 inches in the future.
It's 1am, and I decided to watch this video to relax. I ended up buying that green iron heart shirt your guest is wearing. That will be my 9th iron heart shirt (not counting 3 iron heart Henleys). I need to stop, lol
Loved alberts shirt then cried when I saw the $340 price Sure it may last forever but I still have $50 shirts from 10 years ago that have no issues Have always wanted to own iron heart jeans or shirt but it seams the price for one thing can be two of something else ( other brand) really good quality so I haven’t done it . For example you’re tee Carl $160 US is a new pair of nudie jeans here in Australia
Chippewa boots made in usa from 15 plus years ago were the best. Too bad they no longer produce in usa to my knowledge. There logger boot was amazing. Coming from a guy that has nicks, wesco, redwing, franks, jk. If I could get the usa made Chippewa logger from a by gone era I'd purchase in a heartbeat.
The JK boots amazed me at the workers skill in their strong quality construction. Even at £500 or more they are worth the money and we'll worth the extra £160 or so more than you pay for a pair of Redwings. I can see you guys appreciate great quality work and construction. Only sandals made with car tyres for the sole from Peshawar Pakistan lasted and cost £2.50 at the time and some army surplus ex German army para boots.
Aero leathers horsehide motorcycle jacket was an expensive but but at £750 for a bespoke jacket so well made is a good price even at that. It's better than Schott and just like those originals from the 1950s. I love the old classic American styles and I have an Amish waistcoat I've had 10 years and it's amazing quality, made to last a lifetime.
Hmm, you both must have good Wesco contact cause when I reach to them to ask if the toe were more squarish as in some pictures or round, I just had a simple "All of the Mister Lou boots are the same" answer... And after receiving, notice that the stitches are so uneven, that I tough they had a Picasso in their employees.
Hey Carl. Love your TH-cam and Insta. Wondering if you can do a segment on beard trimming tips. I'm trying to grow something like you have but wonder about how to do thinner sides and longer in the front and how to get that look. I'm a slightly chubby middle-aged guy and want to make my face appear a bit slimmer. It seems you have mastered this. What trimmers do you use, what settings, advice?
Great video! I would love to get a pair of Wesco engineers but idk my Wesco size. I wear Alden 405 in 8.5 eee on Tru Balance last and White’s MP Sherman toe cap in 8.5 ee. What size would I be in the Wesco Boss and Mr. Louis?
HI! I'm Matteo from Milan Italy. Gorgeous Mr Lou boots. I want to order a pair too but I'm extremely undecided about the size. Some say (including the factory) to cut half a size off, others don't on the Mr Lous due to the "MP" toe. My measurements are 10US (27.4cm) and foot circumference at the ball 11 inches, so wide. In Nicks boots I'm a 9.5F. What do you think about Wesco Mr. Lou? In all Red Wing moc toes I wear a size 10 and in all my boots I wear a 28.5 cm leather insole that fits perfectly. help!!! Thanks for the advices. Matteo
Hi Carl, could you review the Cravar Waxed twill bags? I am curious to see how they compare to Filson given their recent price increase (The 258 Computer Bag costs $625 now!)
Hmm, good question! I think I'd probably make four items: A jacket, a shirt, pants, and possibly a bag of some sort. That would be the entire line, made as well as I possibly could, with natural materials that are designed to be serviced/maintained for decades. Probably made for the colder weather crowd, just because thats what I enjoy. I'd love to do that one day.
@@CarlMurawskitoo bad that here in Brazil this Kind of thick clothing that youre use in América doesent work due our tropical weather, even dough i still consume your content because i rely on youre style and im trying to develop my own adapting to the place that i live that is close to the Amazon rain forest. To me youre channel is one of the best of man style out there because you combine a simple but very insightfull way of explainning things, and i love how you make a simple subject as denim jeans something deep showing us that denim its not a simplistic subject ,and when you help others to change their perspective of something that they only consume because its in reach to think the real reason to afford something that would become meaningfull and usefull. Great job my friend
Interesting discussion. One thing I would suggest is you actually might want to have bullet points as Carl mentioned, just to give a little frame work to your discussions. Also, if you’re going to bring up politics, then please have a real discussion. Don’t just skirt around it. I really think Albert would be more open about his thoughts; Carl not so much.
Sadly, I don't just think it's America, that is a shit show politically now. You should see the state of the UK. Sadly, I think everywhere went down hill from the 70's.
@@CarlMurawski His complaint actually helped me get to the part where you guys start talking about the boots 😳😂 but that’s only because I don’t read or pay attention… Great interview with Albert super interesting guy. Cheers.
These chats with Albert are so entertaining and always informative. You guys have such a great rapport, even though you are coming from different background, lifestyles and even ages. I am closer to his age than yours...it is so refreshing to see a guy our age staying sharp, buying quality goods and actually caring about his appearance. SO many guys my age seem to have given up on looking their best. It's encouraging to know that we can look good, without trying to look "hip" or 30 years younger.
Carl thank you for another great American Heritage clothing conversation with Albert 👏🏼
You two guys are so much fun! I'm getting a lot of good info and ideas when you're together. Please make this a regular part of the channel.
I watch these over and over. You guys are great together
These are so much fun! It feels like I’m just hanging out with you guys.
I know I’m late to finding the videos with Albert, but please get him on as much as possible!! He’s the BEST!!
Thanks for speaking out and touching on all the good aspects of our country and people. After your first video with Albert, I started following him. Absolutely the nicest guy I've ever chatted with. Total gentleman rock star! Still trying to get an Iron Heart flannel and engineer boots. Had to get some motorcycle gear and drained my reserve tank for a bit. Love what you guys are doing!
Nah these gotta be longer these conversations are so relaxing
Always great to see you guys hanging out 👊🇵🇹
Wesco is like the Holy Grail of American boots…start with thorp good and go to redwing, then graduate to whites and go further to Nicks and Franks…..then Wesco!
I think you’ve got things somewhat out of order Bud.
Been on vacation so I have a few vids to catch up on! Anways
I see Carl Murawski in my feed and I click
I just found out about your channel and been enjoying most of your content lately! As an Indonesian I was always fascinated on American heritage style. My family always owned a Harley, me and my dad still hunting for vintage Harley to this day, and lately through channel like yours and Stridewise, I just found out that Indonesia have lots of great bootmaker that makes American heritage style boots. So yes good or bad, American culture really brought up lots of good stuff internationally 👍
An obvious but important point: it's hard to get these boots to fit properly across the arch because you can't adjust the fit with laces. I custom ordered a pair of Wesco Morrison, which is the engineer minus the strap, for $800. The right boot was too loose, the left too tight. I followed the break-in instructions to a "t" but I couldn't wear the left boot for even 45 minutes without being in so much pain I could barely walk across the room. Plus I felt like I was standing on the edge of a curb with the bottom of my left foot. I paid to have them sent back to Wesco. 30 days later the left boot came back stretched out so much that it is now way too loose. I have not been able to use them and am out the $800.
With engineer boots, don't go custom. Only try on premade boots and if they don't fit pretty much spot on, don't buy them. Avoid making the expensive mistake I did.
Another great interview, Carl! I LOVE it when you have Albert on. I hesitated a second when I saw the video length, but when I realized it was with Albert I was all in. That forty minutes flew by. I’m eagerly looking forward to the next time you have him on again.
So much fun listening to you two banter. Plus, made me remember that I have a 5 yr. old pair of Chippewa engineers lurking in the back of my closet. Here they come. Toot-Toot!
This only the second video I've watched from this channel, both with this guest... I'm a blue collar guy with some flair and live in "workwear". I own a pair of the WESCO Boss boots, purchased at the Von Dutch Store that was on Melrose here in LA back in 1999. Had them resoled a few times, then rebuilt after a bad motorcycle accident where they saved my foot from being pulverized - It was a T-bone accident where the car ran a red light and hit me there on my right foot, the frame of the bike was bent right were my foot sat on the peg. I would never ride without these boots on.
I stopped riding in 2010 after another accident where I broke both wrists so these boots have just been sitting in the closet - I just took them out, so I'll be oiling them up later. I have to mention that I transitioned to barefoot boots (I have Chris at Broadwinger boots make them for me - You NEED to check them out) so my feet have widened which means I may no longer really be able to wear these WESCO's much but I still love them.
At 57 with a grey beard I'm thinking in the coming years I'll maybe be a SANTA for Christmas parties and I'll wear the WESCO's then :D
Great episode Carl, I've been waiting for this one! Albert is such a great guy, it's always a pleasure when you have him on. Though I have not met Albert, we have exchanged a couple messages on IG and I cant say enough good things about him just from those brief DM encounters..Totally agree with you guys on the state of affairs in the intro..
Anyway, the parrallel lines, I bought my first pair of black Carolina Engineers on 8th St, NYC back in my "punk rock" days of the early 80's. Have recently gotten back into the engineers and happened to pick up the Wesco Boss at S&S in the British Tan. I have to say it is the most comfortable boot right out of the box that I own. That green Wesco from TJ w/ the christy wedge is fire! I'm hoping he does another pre-order for that one as I've looked high and lo to no avail for a wedge sole Wesco.
One of these days I hope to order a pair of Kresote Parlor Skars, but its' a tough commit of 3 years when you are past 60 as I am..sigh.. Maybe Gabbard needs a separate senior citizens queue? LOL..
Its funny you mention it but before i even started watching I was thinking how awesome it was Albert and you were having a sit down again. I have no interest in todays subject matter but still gonna watch it 🙂
This was great! I somehow missed the earlier sit downs with Albert & will have to back track to watch them. These need to become a staple to the channel.
By the way, the wife and I made a trip down to Nashville last month and I picked up my first pair of Tecovas. I wanted to wait until I could physically try them on in store. So, I picked up the “Roy” in Granite Suede and am also on the waiting list for the “Nick”. I also picked up the Denim Pearl Snap shirt in the Coriander color. I then had to have a hat and picked up a Stetson Trailblazer in the Acorn color. Let me just say that the Tecovas customer service at the Nashville store was top notch!
Hi Carl! I would love to see a video about quality underware. Keep up the good work!
Olivier from Québec, Canada.
So entertaining and satisfying to watch you guys talking! 😄 Great! 👍🏻
Love the calibration!!!!
Last year I bought my first brown horse hide mister Lou’s, then got the blacks and finally got the toscanello horse rump Lou’s earlier this year, still waiting on that last pair. It’s a damn addiction lol 😂. Tempted on some Role Club engineers, but the lead time is insane!
This is helpful and fun podcast !
I was on the edge of buying a pair of wesco engineer boots, I think I have to get myself a pair of Mr.Lou now🤤
'95, bought myself a motorcycle and picked up a pair of Durango's. Brown, Engineer.
Think they were 150 bucks.
Still have em. Still wear em. Take care of em. Love em.
Everytime, every single time I wear them out I get comments on em.
They just have a buzz about them.
This guys Wesco collection is probably my future self lol. I had the boss western toe custom made. Took 9 months but I got them in April this year and they are the best boots ever. Definitely still breaking in and were hard to get in and out of for a while, but its starting to ease up and they just feel better every time I wear them. Only thing I'm not in love with is that I screwed up and requested a 14 inch shaft height... They ended up much taller than i expected but that's completely my fault and I'll probably have them cut down at least 2 inches in the future.
12:31-12:51 This was such a funny moment! A true Frankception!
It's 1am, and I decided to watch this video to relax. I ended up buying that green iron heart shirt your guest is wearing. That will be my 9th iron heart shirt (not counting 3 iron heart Henleys). I need to stop, lol
Me too, over and over. Carl make some new ones!
Love the talks you guys have!
Loved alberts shirt then cried when I saw the $340 price
Sure it may last forever but I still have $50 shirts from 10 years ago that have no issues
Have always wanted to own iron heart jeans or shirt but it seams the price for one thing can be two of something else ( other brand) really good quality so I haven’t done it . For example you’re tee Carl $160 US is a new pair of nudie jeans here in Australia
Funny, two Americans introducing me to a store in my city - guess I have to check it out!
Chippewa boots made in usa from 15 plus years ago were the best. Too bad they no longer produce in usa to my knowledge. There logger boot was amazing. Coming from a guy that has nicks, wesco, redwing, franks, jk. If I could get the usa made Chippewa logger from a by gone era I'd purchase in a heartbeat.
Bring Albert on normally… your chemistry with him on the show is unmatched on any channel out there!
Heading back here to get more courage and try to pull out a Wesco engineer boot. One day I may! 😎
Love Albert! He should have his own show!!
The JK boots amazed me at the workers skill in their strong quality construction. Even at £500 or more they are worth the money and we'll worth the extra £160 or so more than you pay for a pair of Redwings. I can see you guys appreciate great quality work and construction. Only sandals made with car tyres for the sole from Peshawar Pakistan lasted and cost £2.50 at the time and some army surplus ex German army para boots.
Aero leathers horsehide motorcycle jacket was an expensive but but at £750 for a bespoke jacket so well made is a good price even at that. It's better than Schott and just like those originals from the 1950s. I love the old classic American styles and I have an Amish waistcoat I've had 10 years and it's amazing quality, made to last a lifetime.
What a combination 🙌
Young Albert had me fooled for a bit thinking it was Joaquin Phoenix, lol
God damn! I want a pair of Wesco boss! So hard when theres nothing in Norway
Nothing else like your content dude 🤘👍
Thank you brother!
Hmm, you both must have good Wesco contact cause when I reach to them to ask if the toe were more squarish as in some pictures or round, I just had a simple "All of the Mister Lou boots are the same" answer... And after receiving, notice that the stitches are so uneven, that I tough they had a Picasso in their employees.
Good ole Albert
Hey Carl. Love your TH-cam and Insta. Wondering if you can do a segment on beard trimming tips. I'm trying to grow something like you have but wonder about how to do thinner sides and longer in the front and how to get that look. I'm a slightly chubby middle-aged guy and want to make my face appear a bit slimmer. It seems you have mastered this. What trimmers do you use, what settings, advice?
Great video! I would love to get a pair of Wesco engineers but idk my Wesco size. I wear Alden 405 in 8.5 eee on Tru Balance last and White’s MP Sherman toe cap in 8.5 ee. What size would I be in the Wesco Boss and Mr. Louis?
good conversation, good group of guys.
Nice chat, Carl!
Can you do a video featuring Jake about how black paired with brown should be banned?
can you ask albert if those ihXwesco are the horse hide or the chromexcel?
is it possible to do a review on the tough duck chore jacket?
HI! I'm Matteo from Milan Italy. Gorgeous Mr Lou boots. I want to order a pair too but I'm extremely undecided about the size. Some say (including the factory) to cut half a size off, others don't on the Mr Lous due to the "MP" toe. My measurements are 10US (27.4cm) and foot circumference at the ball 11 inches, so wide. In Nicks boots I'm a 9.5F. What do you think about Wesco Mr. Lou? In all Red Wing moc toes I wear a size 10 and in all my boots I wear a 28.5 cm leather insole that fits perfectly. help!!! Thanks for the advices. Matteo
what do you think about timberland iconic yellow nubuck boot for work?
Very informative
I call the snaps "pearl " just my Ole country-fied version
Hey Carl, have you ever owned a pair of Danner boots and if yes, then what is your opinion about them.
I have, and the USA made Danners are much better than the foreign ones. Though, I think $400 for a Danner Super Rainforest is pretty insane.
@@CarlMurawski I agree. American made is great. And yes, the prices are steep. Take care and God bless.
Hi Carl, could you review the Cravar Waxed twill bags? I am curious to see how they compare to Filson given their recent price increase (The 258 Computer Bag costs $625 now!)
Absolutely I can!
@@CarlMurawski Sweet, Yoki is such a nice dude. Cravar deserves more coverage!
12:46 ... this joke went so underappreciated
Hahahaha the clash of the Franks!
I Love your vídeos and the idea of less but better. If one day you decide to have a clothing brand what it would be the main segment and audiance ?
Hmm, good question! I think I'd probably make four items: A jacket, a shirt, pants, and possibly a bag of some sort. That would be the entire line, made as well as I possibly could, with natural materials that are designed to be serviced/maintained for decades. Probably made for the colder weather crowd, just because thats what I enjoy. I'd love to do that one day.
@@CarlMurawskitoo bad that here in Brazil this Kind of thick clothing that youre use in América doesent work due our tropical weather, even dough i still consume your content because i rely on youre style and im trying to develop my own adapting to the place that i live that is close to the Amazon rain forest. To me youre channel is one of the best of man style out there because you combine a simple but very insightfull way of explainning things, and i love how you make a simple subject as denim jeans something deep showing us that denim its not a simplistic subject ,and when you help others to change their perspective of something that they only consume because its in reach to think the real reason to afford something that would become meaningfull and usefull. Great job my friend
I’ve never liked and engineer boot with those skinny pointy toes. Role Clubs are way too dainty for my taste.
Interesting discussion. One thing I would suggest is you actually might want to have bullet points as Carl mentioned, just to give a little frame work to your discussions. Also, if you’re going to bring up politics, then please have a real discussion. Don’t just skirt around it. I really think Albert would be more open about his thoughts; Carl not so much.
Really digged this video until Albert started to apologize for the word British Tan. Treating the word like a swastika.
Sadly, I don't just think it's America, that is a shit show politically now. You should see the state of the UK.
Sadly, I think everywhere went down hill from the 70's.
Enough about the boots ,Carl. Tell us about the furniture.
Hahahaha estate sale finds! The couch is Restoration Hardware, and the chairs are some American brand I can’t recall…
After 20mins no Wesco different topic waste of my time Bubbas. I'm out bye😵😱
I put chapter marks, and even pinned a comment telling you the time we get into the boots. Beyond that, I don’t know how it can help you.
@@CarlMurawski His complaint actually helped me get to the part where you guys start talking about the boots 😳😂 but that’s only because I don’t read or pay attention… Great interview with Albert super interesting guy. Cheers.
Dudes apologizing for a boot color! Wokeness is a disease
Is it just me cause this guy kinda sounds like Jeff Dunham
?wtf????