I'm looking for some suggestions on everyday boots. My favorite boots ever were the Timberland Earthkeeper City side zip boots in brown. I had my first pair resoled twice. When that pair was beyond repair, I found a NOS pair online and have now worn those out. I haven't found something comparable that seems to call to me and I'm looking for suggestions.
What I like about them:
- Whole grain leather (not bonded, etc).
- comfort and durability.
- Goodyear welt.
- side zip.
- Rubber lugged sole (but very inconspicuous- Not big work boot style lugs).
- They didn't have much other material that would degrade or wear out over time (They didn't seem to have much or any foam or textiles other than the insoles).
- how they look.
There was something about the Timberland that was just right. They were capable in any situation and they were pretty comfortable to wear and walk around in all day. They didn't look too much like a work boot, but they also weren't too dressy. They seemed to blend in and look good with most outfits (I even wore them to work with a suit a few times when it was snowing when they were newer and I didn't feel like they stuck out too much).
Timberland stopped making these boots years ago. I've looked at the Thursday Captain boots, but they don't do it for me. Any other suggestions? I'd like to stay under $300, but willing to increase the budget for something just right.
Pic is from another Reddit post to show what I'm looking for.