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katana velcro sizing

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JF1 · · Idaho · Joined Jan 2011 · Points: 400

Hey folks,
how would a katana velcro compare to a TC Pro sizing wise. They are on a similar last, so assuming similar fit?

Jason Todd · · Cody, WY · Joined Apr 2012 · Points: 1,114

I sized my Katanas a full size smaller than my TCs. They stretch a lot more.

oakwood-jones · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Mar 2016 · Points: 0

Can't comment on the TC's, but I've got a lot of days on my Katana velcros--nearing the end of their second sole--and I wouldn't say that they've stretched that much. Certainly nowhere close to a full size.

FWIW, I measure 45 on a Sportiva brannock and wear a 44 Katana. Toes slightly curled, semi-performance fit, but still comfortable enough to wear for a few hours without desperately wanting to rip them off.

Thomas H · · Indianapolis · Joined Dec 2012 · Points: 0

If you size them down they will stretch 1/2 size with ease of course the looser they fit the less they will stretch..

I have 3 pairs 39.5, 40, and 40.5 after breaking them all in each one is just a little looser than the other. I would say 40.25, 40.5, and 40.75 if that makes any sense.

If I ordered TC Pros I would go with size 40.5.

JF1 · · Idaho · Joined Jan 2011 · Points: 400

Thanks guys,
Worked out great. Amazon had them 1/2 size smaller for 80 bucks, but just size 43? Not sure why. I'm sure they'll work for just another pair to have.

bearbreeder · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Mar 2009 · Points: 3,065

They stretch 1/2 a size or so ... Its unlined leather

I have several pairs

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