For starters, I hope you and yours are coming off a relaxing, utterly wonderful Christmas — and welcome back to everyone’s favorite style blog, where we dive into the charms of the season in matters of menswear, stylish men’s footwear, essential everyday carry staples and the finest gear around.

Brands that go the extra mile in precision and craftsmanship are particularly appreciated around these parts, especially this time of year — when you try on an utterly special pair of the best men’s boots, for instance, you tend to feel that difference right away, and that’s why I’ve long appreciated the good folks at Helm Boots.

And so it goes as we once again examine a brand making some of the finest boots for men on the market — it’s been some time since we talked about this Austin-based brand, masters of classically rugged boots and dress shoes since 2009, but today’s Friday Find is as a prime a time as any to dive right in.

The Helm Boots Zind Boots are a streamlined, minimal yet rugged set of leather boots for men, crafted on a custom last for a dressy-meets-versatile silhouette — the kind that, as the brand says, you can wear with a tailored navy suit to the office during the week, and then out and about with a waxed trucker jacket, a thermal henley and faded blue jeans across the weekend.

The Helm Boots Zind Boots get the details large and small correct, including the use of full-grain Krumenauer leather, plus Blake Rapid Stitch welt construction for durability while also remaining relatively affordable.

The Helm Boots Zind Boots also feature hallmarks of the Austin-based brand, including the company’s eye-catching, signature white midsole and leather-lined construction with an ultra-comfortable leather insole made to mold to your feet over time.

With their textured leather upper that should patina with exceptional quality and striking good looks over time, the Helm Boots Zind Boots look like a pair from a much more expensive brand, complete with durable construction, finishing touches like antique brass eyelets and a grippy yet not-overbearing Denver last. When winter comes calling and a pair of dress boots are the solution to your next #OOTD, make sure you’re lacing up a pair of the Helm Boots Zind Boots.