Boots again – Frye or Grinders?

I received a few emails after my Boot Post yesterday, with the question – Frye or Grinders?

When it comes to the Harness boots they are much of a muchness but as a general rule, Grinders are more Dr Martens whereas Frye are more R Soles. Grinders is an English brand whereas Frye is an American brand, so they are easier to find and cheaper in their ‘home’ countries. I prefer Frye myself.

I have 12 R Frye Harness Boots and some tips are – when you buy them note:

  • they are US sizes so check with a conversion table if you are not used to the sizing
  • they tend to run a bit big so try a half size down from what you usually wear
  • break them in by wearing them in the evenings when your feet are swollen
  • if they are too big wear thick socks
  • the heel tends to be spacious
  • they are heavy so don’t buy if you like light footwear
  • the 8r is easier to get your foot into
  • I prefer a Cuban heel
  • they are men’s boots sized down for women so they are clunky
  • easy to find on ebay but beware of fakes
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Frye 12R Harness
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Frye 12R Harness
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Frye 8R Harness

Miley Cyrus wears hers a lot so here are some pics, followed by 2 candids.

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These are Shearling 12Rs. Often go on sale but they are very warm so really only for winter wear.

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Here come some Grinder Harness Boots so you can see the difference

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Author: Janet Carr

Fashion, beauty and animal loving language consultant from South Africa living in Stockholm, Sweden.

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  1. I love my 12R Harness boots so much I also had to spring for a pair of 8R Engineers too! 😉

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