'ARROW' Boots Anyone?
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pinder91
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The "boots" were custom made by sewing a faux upper onto a Nike Free Run 2.
http://www.therpf.com/f77/definitive-cw-arrow-thread-202219/#post3144061
If you're talking about the boots that were on display at SDCC 2012, (boots that have never appeared on screen as far as we can tell), then they have not yet been identified. These boots were the basis for the modified Nike "boots". Stephen is constantly seen wearing Free Run 2's, so it is entirely possible that the SDCC boots were used for the costume fitting but vetoed by Stephen himself before filming even started.
http://www.therpf.com/f77/definitive-cw-arrow-thread-202219/#post3144061
If you're talking about the boots that were on display at SDCC 2012, (boots that have never appeared on screen as far as we can tell), then they have not yet been identified. These boots were the basis for the modified Nike "boots". Stephen is constantly seen wearing Free Run 2's, so it is entirely possible that the SDCC boots were used for the costume fitting but vetoed by Stephen himself before filming even started.
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Chris92
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Some other RPF members have already gone about this. The show doesn't actually use combat boots, except for the display that was at a con. If you're unable to do what's in the threads I've linked to you can always find some military or police combat boots and modify them.
http://www.therpf.com/f77/definitive-cw-arrow-thread-202219/#post3144061
http://www.therpf.com/f24/arrow-boot-identification-help-195846/
http://www.therpf.com/f77/definitive-cw-arrow-thread-202219/#post3144061
http://www.therpf.com/f24/arrow-boot-identification-help-195846/
ATBrooks
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So can anyone tell me how to make them appear like the show's then?
Web_Slinger
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I found these boots, while they are not screen accurate they are comfy and look close enough for my liking KombatUK Retail - View Product - Patrol Boots -Half Leather with THINSULATE
pinder91
Sr Member
Don't take this the wrong way, but if you have to ask even with the information and pictures that have been given, this project may be a bit over your head.
I know Prim has a boot guy (he has a guy for everything! :lol ) that I believe will be doing the modification to his Free Runs.
The short-and-sweet of it:
1. Make a faux boot upper (out of the material of your choice, preferably leather) in a similar fashion to those that can be seen on adult-sized "Halloween Store bagged costumes". Like this.
2. Have a cobbler sew this to the Free Run 2, just above where the outsole meets the upper... seen here.
Optional:
1. Commission someone to do all of the above.
2. Find a "close-enough" alternative.
ATBrooks
Well-Known Member
I don't think it's over my head, I was just curious. Never done boots before. That's why I had asked.
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Atnevon
New Member
Boot height I know can be important. From what I gather to have the height be closer to screen you want to make sure the boots are at least 10" or greater. I'm seeing 11" as a more common measurement. 8" seems to be running shorter on the scale visually unless you are a shorter individual.
For example look at these Dr. Marten combat boots (yes I grew up in the 90's. Funny seeing these agian
)
1914 | Mens Boots | Mens | The Official Dr Martens Store - US
1919 | Mens Boots | Mens | The Official Dr Martens Store - US
As you see the 1919 is shorter than the 1914. I know I gave sizing in US measurements and Marten is a UK company the principal I know applies.
I know that one buckle detail is hard to find on boots. If anyone knows the more formal name to share that'd be great.
For example look at these Dr. Marten combat boots (yes I grew up in the 90's. Funny seeing these agian
)1914 | Mens Boots | Mens | The Official Dr Martens Store - US
1919 | Mens Boots | Mens | The Official Dr Martens Store - US
As you see the 1919 is shorter than the 1914. I know I gave sizing in US measurements and Marten is a UK company the principal I know applies.
I know that one buckle detail is hard to find on boots. If anyone knows the more formal name to share that'd be great.
Billzebub
Member
These aren't spot on, but they are cheap and feature the wrap around at the top - Used Czech Military Surplus Leather Boots, Black - 1101054, Combat & Tactical Boots at Sportsman's Guide
