A week breaking in a new pairWe wore a fresh pair of Bedfords every day for seven days. Notes from a stiff week.

Day one

The first surprise was the heel. A new welted boot holds it tight, so wear thick socks and keep the first walk short.

Day four

By the fourth day the leather had creased across the toe and the cork had started to take my step. The walk to the workshop felt half as long.

Day seven

I went back to sneakers for the gym, but the Bedfords stay by the door. Some things are better broken in.