Review of Bond's Chukka Boots from No Time To Die

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  • Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
  • Bond wears Drake's Crosby Chukka boots in No Time To Die so we review these boots and put them through their paces. We test their fit, comfort, break-in, and wear and tear. Are they worth purchasing and putting them into your Bond wardrobe? Find out!
    To contact Drake's: www.drakes.com...
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    When David is not running an advertising and marketing company, his hobby is The Bond Experience which is primarily a video blog where he discusses Bond experiences and the people and brands that help to create those experiences...
    David has been featured and sourced for articles in Time Magazine, The Boston Globe, The Courier Times, USA Today, Star Magazine, MM&M, The Exchange, The Guardian, The New York Times, Bond on Bond, American Media Inc., AP Wire and online social media outlets. David has been a speaker at Johns Hopkin, Hofstra University, Columbia as a Bond Experience expert. His collection represents one of the most complete example of Bond lifestyle items. Invited to cover Tom Ford, Omega, Heineken, Coke, Orlebar Brown, NPeal, Floris, Lock & Co., Sunspel, Turnbull & Asser, and a multitude of location partnership events, David has represented social media experiences for many years. In addition David has provided props and decor for Johns Hopkin Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace Premieres as well as the Devereaux Foundation 007 Fundraiser. The mantra of living like Bond, one moment at a time emanates from a concept of experiencing the joy of collecting small moments in life that add up to amazing journeys and stories....
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    Credits:
    Co-Editor: Joe Darlington
    ‘James Bond Theme’ written by Monty Norman and John Barry. Title Sequence music arranged and produced by James Sanger
    Vlog Content Score: Jordan Nevin
    Opening by PassionsFruit: www.passionsfr...

КОМЕНТАРІ • 69

  • @johnsimmons831
    @johnsimmons831 4 роки тому +66

    No dime to buy. :(

    • @TheBondExperience
      @TheBondExperience  4 роки тому +8

      I love this...may have to steal!

    • @johnsimmons831
      @johnsimmons831 4 роки тому

      @@TheBondExperience By all means!

    • @hcantrell10
      @hcantrell10 4 роки тому

      I’m totally stealing this lol

    • @simontili3374
      @simontili3374 4 роки тому +1

      astorflex dukeflex, half price

    • @Johnmhemp
      @Johnmhemp 4 місяці тому

      ​@@simontili3374 I just bought those on End. for $230 US They sure look close...same box and extra laces....so....on a budget...if $230 is budgeting....they do the trick..thanks to Iconic Alternatives.

  • @SincereJudas
    @SincereJudas 3 роки тому +22

    These are made for Drake's by Astorflex, you can score nearly identical boots for less than half the price. The major difference being that Drake's doesn't have a split toe and Astorflex's model does. But otherwise they are identical, down to the box and wrapping. Also, you can resole these if needed.

    • @philippdreyssig8167
      @philippdreyssig8167 2 роки тому +4

      Andrew, i really love drakes. Love their ties, scarfs and so on… But your hint is just fucking awesome. I will definetly buy the astoreflex shoes. Thanks dude!

    • @SincereJudas
      @SincereJudas 2 роки тому +2

      @@philippdreyssig8167 glad it helped! They're fantastic shoes.

    • @robscherer
      @robscherer 2 роки тому +2

      DUKEFLEX SUEDE BOOTS - DARK CHESTNUT

    • @SincereJudas
      @SincereJudas 2 роки тому

      @@robscherer yup!

    • @callumwilson9264
      @callumwilson9264 9 місяців тому +1

      Cheers mate, you just saved me some £. Bought the Astorflex and they’re excellent!!

  • @zafranjones6203
    @zafranjones6203 4 роки тому +9

    Great review David. I highly respect that you were open about being gifted the shoes by the brand. After all, Bond lives a multi-millionaire lifestyle as a government employee. The Bond lifestyle in it's entirety is not feasible for all :)

  • @alejandra12p
    @alejandra12p 4 роки тому +3

    I guess you are talking about the sanders boots, i remember the video about them that your soles where at the first day gone bad,
    maybe it was something wrong whit that specific shoe, i have the sanders for 3 years and i used them for everything from walking in the rain ,running to catch a bus , even dancing !! i don;t treat them like glass , i use them like full "all year around shoes " i am a reservist in the israeli army ( Sargent mayor) and i even use them for same days in active service.
    and the soles are fine indeed.
    keep posting new Bond items ,some of them are really great ,as you say buy only what you like .

  • @VtotheKallday
    @VtotheKallday 4 роки тому +3

    Great review. Hoping to buy a pair of these so the info you gave on sizing is much appreciated.. I think they look good with the cotton suit he wears in the movie. That outfit has bigger issues, mainly wearing braces with trousers that also have belt loops. Not sure what the costume department were smoking that day haha. It's either one or the other, never both.

  • @TechnoLawyer
    @TechnoLawyer 4 роки тому +6

    A true desert boot (unlined suede, with a crepe sole) is always like wearing a slipper, not a boot. I think some confuse a non-desert boot chukka for a desert boot.

  • @alfredfrome9455
    @alfredfrome9455 4 роки тому +2

    Normally 8UK had to size up to 8.5UK Drakes were fine about changing. I'm not to far from the East London shop but a pain if you mail order.

  • @you0nlylivetwice
    @you0nlylivetwice 5 місяців тому

    I purchased my Sanders Spectre this 2024, from watching your video and the AJB forum discussion I have no driven with them, just walking, they haven't worn down, I think it's going to take a long time before the heel and front get rownded enough for driving. I also think it was a total mistake to make the bottom in to 2 parts, since that is what makes it split.

  • @kevincooke3882
    @kevincooke3882 4 роки тому +5

    NTTD is supposed to not be ‘your dad’s Bond’ except these shoes are like your grandad’s. :) I prefer my C&J Chiltern boots. Not exactly a Bond model, but nicer looking.
    I also wonder how many of these brands will be credited in the film titles?

  • @There_Will_Be_Bond
    @There_Will_Be_Bond 4 роки тому +2

    Great review David. I'm glad to know they stand up. Amazing to think other crepes dissolve so easily. I think they offer great contrast to the tan/beige suit. - Pb

  • @pcmacintyre
    @pcmacintyre 4 роки тому +3

    The reason some have to size up is the width. Friends with the Drake's boot say it runs narrow.

  • @theplasticdesert2408
    @theplasticdesert2408 4 роки тому +2

    That yard 8:40 is begging for an Aussie bbq and afternoon of backyard cricket.

  • @ianarn
    @ianarn 4 роки тому +1

    I’ve tried those on! You really do need to half a size up from your actual size. The boots themselves felt wonderfully light, not sure i would have worn them with a structured cotton suit with jetted pockets but I’m not Daniel Craig lols.

  • @stefanf9145
    @stefanf9145 4 роки тому +3

    I had to size up ,,, 1 full size fits me perfectly. (sending back the first pair) - great shoes. (I own a couple of bond shoes/boots)

  • @vinced5741
    @vinced5741 4 роки тому +4

    Bond wears the original laces as shown at 0:32. ;-)

  • @johnmayweather7104
    @johnmayweather7104 2 роки тому

    Obsessed with Bond guy.

  • @davebloke2750
    @davebloke2750 Рік тому

    Nice scalextric set David.😀👍

  • @wizard73282
    @wizard73282 2 роки тому

    Hello David. Could you please give us an update on the soles of the shoes? I'm curious as to how they have held up. Thank you!

  • @robscherer
    @robscherer 2 роки тому

    I know you went over sizing a bit in the video, but I was curious about what size you wear in other models...like Alden, astorflex, etc...?

  • @pedrocols
    @pedrocols 2 роки тому

    Very nice looking boots! However, I think the price is kind of high for what you get. Not even dainite soles.

  • @Mil_Spec_Spartan_
    @Mil_Spec_Spartan_ Рік тому

    If that boot is a true stitch-down construction, you CAN take it to a cobbler and gave the sole replaced once it wears out.

  • @hansbruceancomaancoma7479
    @hansbruceancomaancoma7479 4 роки тому

    Hi David, I'm hans bruce from Chile and I'm a fan of James Bond, the same as your question is: I fit 7.5 UK in Chiltern de Crocket and Jones, you in drakes recommend buying the same number or half a smaller or medium number largest number ?? I remain attentive to your comments and excellent program the bond experience greetings

  • @freshzestcarpetcare5455
    @freshzestcarpetcare5455 4 роки тому +1

    Wow you have some sweet cars . Great channel

  • @individual1977
    @individual1977 4 роки тому +2

    Like the Sanders Joel Hi Tops better. The Sanders are so comfortable. Less expensive as well.

  • @martinlavare1938
    @martinlavare1938 Рік тому

    Are they still in good shape today? How did they wear over the years?

  • @zeeshanansari939
    @zeeshanansari939 4 роки тому +2

    Home has nice decor😉

  • @grafiek
    @grafiek 4 роки тому

    Drakes are made by Astorflex. Check out their other range.

  • @RobT07
    @RobT07 4 роки тому

    Nice. Hey, which gray cardigan was that in the garage?

  • @Rootportz
    @Rootportz 3 роки тому

    new to this channel.. i like the content however i think shoes need more than 3 days to get the real feel of it. Could be a month depending how many times and how long you wear it.

  • @johnt2257
    @johnt2257 4 роки тому +1

    I love the boots

  • @hanniffydinn6019
    @hanniffydinn6019 4 роки тому +2

    I only wear blue suede shoes! 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯

  • @snacklofter
    @snacklofter 4 роки тому +2

    I love these - and they have a pair left in my size (10.5 UK) - David I'm tempted! atb snack
    ps. Do you know what shoe size (uk) Daniel Craig takes?

    • @tylermclaughlin2073
      @tylermclaughlin2073 4 роки тому +1

      My friend buy them! Everything drakes makes are top notch.

    • @TheBondExperience
      @TheBondExperience  4 роки тому +1

      I don't know Craig's size...

    • @snacklofter
      @snacklofter 4 роки тому

      @@TheBondExperience No problem - I imagine he may be a UK 9 or 10???

  • @TRUNGLE-qb3ps
    @TRUNGLE-qb3ps 4 роки тому

    What is the sunglasses that you wear?

  • @Anti-Taxxer
    @Anti-Taxxer 4 роки тому +1

    Where’s that green briefcase from?

  • @Beatleboylevi
    @Beatleboylevi 4 роки тому +2

    David “Cat-Like” Zaritsky

  • @blankn1612
    @blankn1612 4 роки тому

    David, would you recommend these over the churches from quantum of Solace?

    • @Spook291
      @Spook291 4 роки тому +3

      Chris Blankner no

    • @TheBondExperience
      @TheBondExperience  4 роки тому

      No, I think the QoS ones are favored by me more...

    • @finestbone
      @finestbone 4 роки тому

      @@TheBondExperience hi just curious on the Ryder III's... did you size down and if so how much? thanks!

  • @PantsofVance
    @PantsofVance 4 роки тому +1

    Dear god you could build an entire other house in your backyard lol

  • @abby29605
    @abby29605 3 роки тому +1

    David, thanks for the great review. Unfortunately i find this style unappealing. It just does not look like a shoe that Bond would wear. More for a philosophy professor that a spy. The costume designers should have gone back to the Church's chukka.

  • @anfg7376
    @anfg7376 2 роки тому +1

    more like the Kevin Costner experience...

  • @nomgcata7556
    @nomgcata7556 4 роки тому +1

    hello

  • @reservoirfrog1
    @reservoirfrog1 4 роки тому

    Chuckasons