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Posted: 8/17/2017 1:20:31 PM EDT

Time for new boots and have read some great reviews online and here about Solomon's line of duty boots. One question that I can not find the answer online or tell from their website if the toes are polish-able? Thats about the only policy requirement for boots at my place is 1) Black and 2) polish-able toe.

Thanks
J-

Posted: 8/17/2017 6:17:38 PM EDT

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I wear the quests and They aren't polishable. You can maybe armor all them and give a little shine but it won't look like a leather boot

Posted: 8/17/2017 6:22:04 PM EDT

[#2]

No they are not. In fact they start to get a green tint.

Posted: 8/17/2017 9:19:08 PM EDT

[#3]

Copy thanks guys. Back to my the drawing board.

J-

Posted: 8/17/2017 11:24:37 PM EDT

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J-

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Try the Rocky C4T or Nike Field Special if you can find them. The Rocky is what I have right now, very light weight, comfortable and polishable. I haven't worn the Nike but that's another popular one with the other SWAT guys I work with

Posted: 8/18/2017 1:21:33 AM EDT

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Try the Rocky C4T or Nike Field Special if you can find them. The Rocky is what I have right now, very light weight, comfortable and polishable. I haven't worn the Nike but that's another popular one with the other SWAT guys I work with

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Copy thanks. I'll check em out

J-

Posted: 8/18/2017 1:55:45 AM EDT

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Saloman does make these:

https://www.us-elitegear.com/products/salomon-forces-urban-jungle-ultra?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv8awj4zg1QIVw1t-Ch2n7gE9EAQYASABEgKXdPD_BwE&variant=34614776718

Never worn them so I can't give you a review. I wear the Forces and have several pairs I wear outside of work and I love their stuff. If I needed a pair to polish, I'd try these.

Posted: 8/18/2017 2:54:55 AM EDT

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Check out Danner EMS Striker II boots. Polishable leather, composite toe, water/body fluid proof.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001V2QUKA/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503039110&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=danner+ems+striker+ii&dpPl=1&dpID=41yApJ04KlL&ref=plSrch

Been wearing them for over a year now. Took a few weeks to break in (hot spot on one ankle), but they've been great ever since.

Posted: 8/18/2017 10:50:33 AM EDT

[#8]

Why polish them? Is it required?

Posted: 8/18/2017 4:12:57 PM EDT

[#9]

Solomon just released a pair of polishable boots

Posted: 8/18/2017 6:41:13 PM EDT

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yes

J-

Posted: 8/18/2017 10:33:29 PM EDT

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yes

J-

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It's not a bad thing, I wear danner DFA for my daily boots for my K9 duties because nobody expects me to stay shined and I don't answer patrol calls unless I'm just trying to help patrol, I spend my time chasing people in the woods and ditches so that's a little different. If I am in patrol uniform or SWAT, I wear the Rockies and they are shined. I know it doesn't allow the leather to breathe and it's hotter blah blah, but damnit it just looks better and the boots are still comfy as hell. I can't even lie, I feel my blood pressure go up a bit when I see some boot come in wearing Bravos with friggin tennis shoes on ??

Posted: 8/18/2017 10:47:25 PM EDT

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Instead of starting a new thread I thought id piggyback on the OP's

For those that have experience with them, how's the durability of the soles on the XA Pros and the Quests? I'd like to get a set for duty use, but don't feel like dropping that much $$$ if the soles wear out too quickly.

Posted: 8/19/2017 1:51:27 AM EDT

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Instead of starting a new thread I thought id piggyback on the OP's

For those that have experience with them, how's the durability of the soles on the XA Pros and the Quests? I'd like to get a set for duty use, but don't feel like dropping that much $ if the soles wear out too quickly.

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The XA Pros wear down pretty quickly. The rubber is soft and seems to go fast when you wear them a lot on the street.

Posted: 8/19/2017 3:25:54 AM EDT

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Instead of starting a new thread I thought id piggyback on the OP's

For those that have experience with them, how's the durability of the soles on the XA Pros and the Quests? I'd like to get a set for duty use, but don't feel like dropping that much $$ if the soles wear out too quickly.

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No experience with the XA PRO but I've got a good buddy with the Quests and they seem to be holding up well. Keep in mind, none of the soles are going to hold up like some of the older styles (i.e. Danner Acadia or jump boots) because they are softer materials. The comfort is the trade off

Posted: 8/19/2017 6:26:55 AM EDT

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The old school Rocky Alpha 8" side zip have worked for me. Comfortable and side zip. Good for 6-8 months they the heel starts to break down. Can wear longer just not cushy as new. Have probably worn 7-8 pair out. FD/EMS/Rescue duty.

Posted: 8/19/2017 9:41:56 AM EDT

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The XA Pros wear down pretty quickly. The rubber is soft and seems to go fast when you wear them a lot on the street.

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That's what I was afraid of.

Posted: 8/20/2017 5:24:08 AM EDT

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XA Pro the sneakers?
If so, I have a pair and love them, but don't wear them daily, so the soles are holding up good and I can't give an honest wear estimate.
I normally only get about a year out of boot soles and have a couple pairs of the quest 4d's.

I wear one pair off duty and one for tac uni. Both are holding up really well.
I'd say they are the best footwear I've owned so far.

Posted: 8/20/2017 10:37:47 PM EDT

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We have the same stupid policy.

I bought these Lowa Uplander boots 3 years ago, and I'm still wearing them.

The 5 pair of Bates boots I had before these lasted 9 months to a year, and made my feet hurt.

These are the most comfortable boots I've owned. They're waterproof, and last, getting more comfortable as you wear them. These are hiking boots that have a "polishable" exterior, made just for schmucks like us that have brass making our equipment decisions for us.

Lowa Uplander

DSGarms is awesome and loves Law Enforcement. Email them a picture of your credentials, and you'll get LE pricing.

You're welcome.

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Posted: 8/21/2017 12:06:38 AM EDT

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We have the same stupid policy.

I bought these Lowa Uplander boots 3 years ago, and I'm still wearing them.

The 5 pair of Bates boots I had before these lasted 9 months to a year, and made my feet hurt.

These are the most comfortable boots I've owned. They're waterproof, and last, getting more comfortable as you wear them. These are hiking boots that have a "polishable" exterior, made just for schmucks like us that have brass making our equipment decisions for us.

Lowa Uplander

DSGarms is awesome and loves Law Enforcement. Email them a picture of your credentials, and you'll get LE pricing.

You're welcome.

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cool thanks

J-

Posted: 8/27/2017 5:49:17 PM EDT

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I got a year out my XA Pro 3D's.

I have a pair of the quest 4D's that are holding well.

As for people saying they turn green. I take a brush with a little polish and hit them up before shift everyday. Less than 30 seconds just brushing the polish on and knocking the dirt off have kept them black and looking good. Also puts a little shine on them.

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