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Posted: 11/19/2020 3:52:26 PM EDT
I'm looking for an all around pair of boots, preferably all leather and made in America. I want to something I can do the following in; hike, reload, oil changes, walk the dogs, drive around town, ect...Please make some suggestions. I don't need a safety toe, however, a toe weather its steel or composite wouldn't be too shabby if they are comfortable. Thanks.
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Posted: 11/19/2020 4:00:05 PM EDT
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Danner. Select the ones made in USA
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Posted: 11/19/2020 5:57:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Danner. Select the ones made in USA This^^ After the first week of break-in, the most comfortable boots I've owned. I got the Bull Run moc toe. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 6:00:38 PM EDT
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Quoted: This^^ After the first week of break-in, the most comfortable boots I've owned. I got the Bull Run moc toe. I've seen the Danner Boots, and I've also considered the Moc Toe Red Wing boots, both have good reviews. Have you personally ever tried the Red Wing Moc Toe's for comparison? |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 7:57:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've seen the Danner Boots, and I've also considered the Moc Toe Red Wing boots, both have good reviews. Have you personally ever tried the Red Wing Moc Toe's for comparison? IMHO, All Redwing products are crap now. Their Made In USA products have so much imported stuff in them that they aren't what they used to be. And my whole family is "lifelong" Redwing users. We used to swear by them and 10 years ago I would have challenged anyone to find a better boot. They just don't hold up anymore. I could get 3-4 years of everyday use on the farm, now I'm lucky to get 2-3 years light duty use (I have a desk job now). ETA, and that is ALWAYS the USA models. We only made the mistake of buying the imported boots once; 6 months hard use and they were falling apart. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 8:02:38 PM EDT
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Quoted: I'm looking for an all around pair of boots, preferably all leather and made in America. I want to something I can do the following in; hike, reload, oil changes, walk the dogs, drive around town, ect...Please make some suggestions. I don't need a safety toe, however, a toe weather its steel or composite wouldn't be too shabby if they are comfortable. Thanks. Insulated, waterproof, all leather? I wear the crap out of boots.if you are super hard on boots, get redwings or thorogoods.. If you want comfortable boots, get danner. Im a trucker. I am hard on boots. I am constantly at construction sites, gas wells, landfills, farms. Im in mud and water, on gravel and concrete and metal grate steps/ catwalks. these boots are Danner Combat Hikers, all USA made. they are discontinued, but the new model is called Crater Rim and are almost exactly the same. I bought these probably 8 -10 years ago and wear them hiking, to the range and general use, but not hard use. These were .mil contract boots and were made by Bates too. The Bates version is available on Amazon in limited sizes. here I think this is your best bet.  these are Danner Quarry. They are my winter trucking boots. I just had these recrafted after 1 season. IMHO the soles are not durable, but they boots are super comfy. They feature 400 grams thinsulate, waterproof, no steel toe. They are made here with some imported materials.  These are Danner Acadia. USA made. 400 grams thinsulate, waterproof, no steel toe. I wore these for 8 years of hunting/hiking/operating skidsteer/shoveling snow, etc and the soles were in great shape, so I wore them for 1 year of trucking and now the soles are junk in the ball of the foot area. These are awesome boots.... by far my favorite.   These are Red Wing 4200 series, USA made with some imported materials. No insulation, steel toe, electrical hazard resistant. These boots wear like iron. They are not the most comfy boots, but thats to be expected.. they are thick leather. When I wear these I feel I have the most protection of any of the boots Ive shown. These are 2 years old. I only wear them in the late spring, summer and part of the fall, so about 6 months a year. They are due to be recrafted. the soles are hammered. It took a good 4 weeks to break these in wearing the for half days at a time.   ETA, I have a pair of USA made Bates R.A.T. boots too. They are not waterproof and really comfortable... think hot weather boots. I wear in the summer only and not to work. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 8:11:22 PM EDT
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I love my Carolinas. Most comfortable boot I’ve ever had.
I’ve heard good things about Thorogood, too. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 8:54:25 PM EDT
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I’ve had great luck with Belleville .
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Posted: 11/19/2020 9:55:46 PM EDT
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I just bought a pair of Thorogoods from Here with 20% off with VET20.
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Posted: 11/19/2020 10:01:46 PM EDT
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Danner and thorogood for me.
I've completely abused my thorogoods. Still holding up great and feel like I'm wearing shoes. Danners are still new, not broke in. They're comfortable and look great. |
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Posted: 11/19/2020 10:07:06 PM EDT
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Danner
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Posted: 11/19/2020 10:10:08 PM EDT
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What about Nicks boot?
Nicks |
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Posted: 11/20/2020 12:37:03 PM EDT
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Whites, find a good dealer and have them measure you properly.
A heluva lot of money up front, but more economical in the long run. |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 12:16:16 AM EDT
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If you have reasonably healthy feet, and want a legit pair of around boots, get something that is goodyear welted, and made with a leather (non-removable) insole. A boot with the construction like a Wolverine 1000 mile, or a RedWing Iron Ranger will be uncomfortable until you break them in, but will act like an extension of your own body once it has molded to your shape. Resist the urge to buy a boot too large. You want it tight enough that your foot can stretch and break in the leather. Once you pay your dues, your feet will love them.
For heavy duty boots, Whites, Nicks, Wesco boots are the best money can buy. |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 3:57:44 AM EDT
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Quoted: Insulated, waterproof, all leather? I wear the crap out of boots.if you are super hard on boots, get redwings or thorogoods.. If you want comfortable boots, get danner. Im a trucker. I am hard on boots. I am constantly at construction sites, gas wells, landfills, farms. Im in mud and water, on gravel and concrete and metal grate steps/ catwalks. these boots are Danner Combat Hikers, all USA made. they are discontinued, but the new model is called Crater Rim and are almost exactly the same. I bought these probably 8 -10 years ago and wear them hiking, to the range and general use, but not hard use. These were .mil contract boots and were made by Bates too. The Bates version is available on Amazon in limited sizes. here I think this is your best bet. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201119_191220-1692051.jpg these are Danner Quarry. They are my winter trucking boots. I just had these recrafted after 1 season. IMHO the soles are not durable, but they boots are super comfy. They feature 400 grams thinsulate, waterproof, no steel toe. They are made here with some imported materials. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201119_191318-1692052.jpg These are Danner Acadia. USA made. 400 grams thinsulate, waterproof, no steel toe. I wore these for 8 years of hunting/hiking/operating skidsteer/shoveling snow, etc and the soles were in great shape, so I wore them for 1 year of trucking and now the soles are junk in the ball of the foot area. These are awesome boots.... by far my favorite. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201119_191039-1692059.jpg https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201119_191126-1692060.jpg These are Red Wing 4200 series, USA made with some imported materials. No insulation, steel toe, electrical hazard resistant. These boots wear like iron. They are not the most comfy boots, but thats to be expected.. they are thick leather. When I wear these I feel I have the most protection of any of the boots Ive shown. These are 2 years old. I only wear them in the late spring, summer and part of the fall, so about 6 months a year. They are due to be recrafted. the soles are hammered. It took a good 4 weeks to break these in wearing the for half days at a time. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201119_190956-1692071.jpghttps://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201119_191009-1692072.jpg ETA, I have a pair of USA made Bates R.A.T. boots too. They are not waterproof and really comfortable... think hot weather boots. I wear in the summer only and not to work. Dam my man, you sir have some boots that have truly seen better days! That is defiantly a good thing, and a compliment . I have yet to own 1 nice pair, never had a hands on style job, lots of engineering consulting behind a desk. I landed a job that demands boots and I’m excited. |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 4:00:19 AM EDT
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Quoted: If you have reasonably healthy feet, and want a legit pair of around boots, get something that is goodyear welted, and made with a leather (non-removable) insole. A boot with the construction like a Wolverine 1000 mile, or a RedWing Iron Ranger will be uncomfortable until you break them in, but will act like an extension of your own body once it has molded to your shape. Resist the urge to buy a boot too large. You want it tight enough that your foot can stretch and break in the leather. Once you pay your dues, your feet will love them. For heavy duty boots, Whites, Nicks, Wesco boots are the best money can buy. Point noted, I’ve heard that redwings are about 1 size smaller than your regular sizing. I like the moc toe, lots of other companies have similar styling. I can’t decide between the danner moc toe and the red wing. Both have fantastic reviews and are priced about the same. Maybe a coin flip? |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 7:02:10 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Point noted, I've heard that redwings are about 1 size smaller than your regular sizing. I like the moc toe, lots of other companies have similar styling. I can't decide between the danner moc toe and the red wing. Both have fantastic reviews and are priced about the same. Maybe a coin flip? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: If you have reasonably healthy feet, and want a legit pair of around boots, get something that is goodyear welted, and made with a leather (non-removable) insole. A boot with the construction like a Wolverine 1000 mile, or a RedWing Iron Ranger will be uncomfortable until you break them in, but will act like an extension of your own body once it has molded to your shape. Resist the urge to buy a boot too large. You want it tight enough that your foot can stretch and break in the leather. Once you pay your dues, your feet will love them. For heavy duty boots, Whites, Nicks, Wesco boots are the best money can buy. Point noted, I've heard that redwings are about 1 size smaller than your regular sizing. I like the moc toe, lots of other companies have similar styling. I can't decide between the danner moc toe and the red wing. Both have fantastic reviews and are priced about the same. Maybe a coin flip? you have good taste. I bought my redwings in a store that properly sized my foot and recommended a size. The sales guy said I needed a 10.5 regular width with a bunion stretch that he could do in the store.... but I didnt believe him and got a x-wide... after the lengthy break in period, my $300 boots are a tad too big. If you can, get fitted and buy in a store. All my Danner boots I got online and they are fine, except one pair that is a little to wide, but still ok. I favor Danner for comfort, have the experience to prove it too. I have 2 more pairs of boots, still in the box. 1 Danner Acadia and 1 Bates Combat hikers I got from that Amazon link. I buy ahead when I see a good price. If you can try on the boots, that will be your best bet and I would go with that model, even if you buy online... but IMHO Danner will fit your needs in terms of comfort and you will be wearing either brand for a long time based on your intended uses. Good luck and let us know how it goes. heres another pic for your viewing pleasure  |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 9:53:44 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: you have good taste. I bought my redwings in a store that properly sized my foot and recommended a size. The sales guy said I needed a 10.5 regular width with a bunion stretch that he could do in the store.... but I didnt believe him and got a x-wide... after the lengthy break in period, my $300 boots are a tad too big. If you can, get fitted and buy in a store. All my Danner boots I got online and they are fine, except one pair that is a little to wide, but still ok. I favor Danner for comfort, have the experience to prove it too. I have 2 more pairs of boots, still in the box. 1 Danner Acadia and 1 Bates Combat hikers I got from that Amazon link. I buy ahead when I see a good price. If you can try on the boots, that will be your best bet and I would go with that model, even if you buy online... but IMHO Danner will fit your needs in terms of comfort and you will be wearing either brand for a long time based on your intended uses. Good luck and let us know how it goes. heres another pic for your viewing pleasure https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201113_120906-1682585.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: If you have reasonably healthy feet, and want a legit pair of around boots, get something that is goodyear welted, and made with a leather (non-removable) insole. A boot with the construction like a Wolverine 1000 mile, or a RedWing Iron Ranger will be uncomfortable until you break them in, but will act like an extension of your own body once it has molded to your shape. Resist the urge to buy a boot too large. You want it tight enough that your foot can stretch and break in the leather. Once you pay your dues, your feet will love them. For heavy duty boots, Whites, Nicks, Wesco boots are the best money can buy. Point noted, I've heard that redwings are about 1 size smaller than your regular sizing. I like the moc toe, lots of other companies have similar styling. I can't decide between the danner moc toe and the red wing. Both have fantastic reviews and are priced about the same. Maybe a coin flip? you have good taste. I bought my redwings in a store that properly sized my foot and recommended a size. The sales guy said I needed a 10.5 regular width with a bunion stretch that he could do in the store.... but I didnt believe him and got a x-wide... after the lengthy break in period, my $300 boots are a tad too big. If you can, get fitted and buy in a store. All my Danner boots I got online and they are fine, except one pair that is a little to wide, but still ok. I favor Danner for comfort, have the experience to prove it too. I have 2 more pairs of boots, still in the box. 1 Danner Acadia and 1 Bates Combat hikers I got from that Amazon link. I buy ahead when I see a good price. If you can try on the boots, that will be your best bet and I would go with that model, even if you buy online... but IMHO Danner will fit your needs in terms of comfort and you will be wearing either brand for a long time based on your intended uses. Good luck and let us know how it goes. heres another pic for your viewing pleasure https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201113_120906-1682585.jpg You need to get sized. I wear a 9.5 in the 1000 mile, 9.5 in Iron Rangers, 10.5 in RR Moc toe, and 10.5 in a Nike. RR lower end boots like the 2406 I wear a 10.5. |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 10:08:55 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You need to get sized. I wear a 9.5 in the 1000 mile, 9.5 in Iron Rangers, 10.5 in RR Moc toe, and 10.5 in a Nike. RR lower end boots like the 2406 I wear a 10.5. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: If you have reasonably healthy feet, and want a legit pair of around boots, get something that is goodyear welted, and made with a leather (non-removable) insole. A boot with the construction like a Wolverine 1000 mile, or a RedWing Iron Ranger will be uncomfortable until you break them in, but will act like an extension of your own body once it has molded to your shape. Resist the urge to buy a boot too large. You want it tight enough that your foot can stretch and break in the leather. Once you pay your dues, your feet will love them. For heavy duty boots, Whites, Nicks, Wesco boots are the best money can buy. Point noted, I've heard that redwings are about 1 size smaller than your regular sizing. I like the moc toe, lots of other companies have similar styling. I can't decide between the danner moc toe and the red wing. Both have fantastic reviews and are priced about the same. Maybe a coin flip? you have good taste. I bought my redwings in a store that properly sized my foot and recommended a size. The sales guy said I needed a 10.5 regular width with a bunion stretch that he could do in the store.... but I didnt believe him and got a x-wide... after the lengthy break in period, my $300 boots are a tad too big. If you can, get fitted and buy in a store. All my Danner boots I got online and they are fine, except one pair that is a little to wide, but still ok. I favor Danner for comfort, have the experience to prove it too. I have 2 more pairs of boots, still in the box. 1 Danner Acadia and 1 Bates Combat hikers I got from that Amazon link. I buy ahead when I see a good price. If you can try on the boots, that will be your best bet and I would go with that model, even if you buy online... but IMHO Danner will fit your needs in terms of comfort and you will be wearing either brand for a long time based on your intended uses. Good luck and let us know how it goes. heres another pic for your viewing pleasure https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/252915/20201113_120906-1682585.jpg You need to get sized. I wear a 9.5 in the 1000 mile, 9.5 in Iron Rangers, 10.5 in RR Moc toe, and 10.5 in a Nike. RR lower end boots like the 2406 I wear a 10.5. |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 10:14:38 AM EDT
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Quoted: I'm looking for an all around pair of boots, preferably all leather and made in America. I want to something I can do the following in; hike, reload, oil changes, walk the dogs, drive around town, ect...Please make some suggestions. I don't need a safety toe, however, a toe weather its steel or composite wouldn't be too shabby if they are comfortable. Thanks. Redwing iron rangers |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 11:05:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Point noted, I’ve heard that redwings are about 1 size smaller than your regular sizing. I like the moc toe, lots of other companies have similar styling. I can’t decide between the danner moc toe and the red wing. Both have fantastic reviews and are priced about the same. Maybe a coin flip? This is true. I wear 14EE in Carolina and Thorogood, but 13 wide in Red Wings. I was relieved that they do make them in men’s sizes. @VacaDuck @Subnet 
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Posted: 11/21/2020 11:25:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This is true. I wear 14EE in Carolina and Thorogood, but 13 wide in Red Wings. I was relieved that they do make them in men's sizes. @VacaDuck @Subnet  |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 12:02:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: This is true. I wear 14EE in Carolina and Thorogood, but 13 wide in Red Wings. I was relieved that they do make them in men's sizes. @VacaDuck @Subnet  Worn daily for the last year. I do not baby them in use, but I do clean them after getting them caked in mud and dirt, as soon as I get home. I also condition them regularly. |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 12:10:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: This is true. I wear 14EE in Carolina and Thorogood, but 13 wide in Red Wings. I was relieved that they do make them in men's sizes. @VacaDuck @Subnet Meanwhile, wearing Carolinas...  Attached File
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Posted: 11/21/2020 12:25:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/21/2020 12:29:15 PM EDT
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My next pair of Red Wings will be that color.
Have $420 for RW coming from work. |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 12:32:59 PM EDT
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Most of the moc toe boots have the same shitty "Christy" sole on them. They don't last if you're walking on rough textured surfaces, barely any tread depth when they're new.
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Posted: 11/21/2020 12:43:38 PM EDT
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I love the Wolverine 1000 Mile boots I'm wearing in my pic. To death. 100% American made, materials included (I think...I can't say for sure that I know where the thread for the stitching originated).
If you go with them, I would suggest you opt for having a Vibram sole added, given your intended use. Leather soles are slippery, and oil will quickly deteriorate them. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 10:24:09 AM EDT
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Posted: 11/22/2020 2:46:48 PM EDT
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 Attached FileSome more boot porn... These are three years old. Not every day use, but every weekend, and some days in between. Vibram mini lug, about 25% left. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 5:51:15 PM EDT
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Not all the best boots are American made. The Italians and Germans know how to make some damn good boots.
I enjoy the following brands: Danner Meindl Kenetrek Ariat I prefer a hiking style boot to a work boot when on your feet a lot or covering multiple woods miles a day. I have a few boots in Rocky, Bates etc but they don't hold up. If ya go Danner don't go low end, the old saying they don't make em like they used to holds true. Remember one thing with boots, one size does NOT fit all
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Posted: 11/22/2020 6:28:51 PM EDT
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Fuck danner, their boots have gone to shit.
Whites or Hoffman’s. They are built better and will outlast danners. Have never worn nicks but they are hand built in Spokane like whites. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 8:08:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Fuck danner, their boots have gone to shit. Whites or Hoffman’s. They are built better and will outlast danners. Have never worn nicks but they are hand built in Spokane like whites. What do you recommend for hiking/ backpacking or hunting boots (as in high altitude/ long distance heavy miles) if Danner is shit? From what I know about whites it looks like they just stepped into the hiking/ hunting sector with European manufacturing... I would love to try a pair but they seem pretty new to the game. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 8:16:53 PM EDT
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I still wear red wings to work daily, love them. I do want a pair of Danners for home fun though.
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Posted: 11/22/2020 9:15:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What do you recommend for hiking/ backpacking or hunting boots (as in high altitude/ long distance heavy miles) if Danner is shit? From what I know about whites it looks like they just stepped into the hiking/ hunting sector with European manufacturing... I would love to try a pair but they seem pretty new to the game. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Fuck danner, their boots have gone to shit. Whites or Hoffman’s. They are built better and will outlast danners. Have never worn nicks but they are hand built in Spokane like whites. What do you recommend for hiking/ backpacking or hunting boots (as in high altitude/ long distance heavy miles) if Danner is shit? From what I know about whites it looks like they just stepped into the hiking/ hunting sector with European manufacturing... I would love to try a pair but they seem pretty new to the game. Schnees or Hoffman’s. They are both European made. Danner hikers are ok. Danner has just started making tons of yuppie hipster boots and has cut back on their line of made in America work boots. They also are not the quality they once were even though they still charge a more then premium price. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 9:33:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Schnees or Hoffman’s. They are both European made. Danner hikers are ok. Danner has just started making tons of yuppie hipster boots and has cut back on their line of made in America work boots. They also are not the quality they once were even though they still charge a more then premium price. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Fuck danner, their boots have gone to shit. Whites or Hoffman’s. They are built better and will outlast danners. Have never worn nicks but they are hand built in Spokane like whites. What do you recommend for hiking/ backpacking or hunting boots (as in high altitude/ long distance heavy miles) if Danner is shit? From what I know about whites it looks like they just stepped into the hiking/ hunting sector with European manufacturing... I would love to try a pair but they seem pretty new to the game. Schnees or Hoffman’s. They are both European made. Danner hikers are ok. Danner has just started making tons of yuppie hipster boots and has cut back on their line of made in America work boots. They also are not the quality they once were even though they still charge a more then premium price. Agree Danner has been declining over the past several years. Their regular models are not what they once were, and their USA stuff is pretty pricey. I have no idea what my next pair of hunting boots will be, probably https://kenetrek.com/ |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 9:43:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Schnees or Hoffman’s. They are both European made. Danner hikers are ok. Danner has just started making tons of yuppie hipster boots and has cut back on their line of made in America work boots. They also are not the quality they once were even though they still charge a more then premium price. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Fuck danner, their boots have gone to shit. Whites or Hoffman’s. They are built better and will outlast danners. Have never worn nicks but they are hand built in Spokane like whites. What do you recommend for hiking/ backpacking or hunting boots (as in high altitude/ long distance heavy miles) if Danner is shit? From what I know about whites it looks like they just stepped into the hiking/ hunting sector with European manufacturing... I would love to try a pair but they seem pretty new to the game. Schnees or Hoffman’s. They are both European made. Danner hikers are ok. Danner has just started making tons of yuppie hipster boots and has cut back on their line of made in America work boots. They also are not the quality they once were even though they still charge a more then premium price. Yea I don’t know anyone who buys the high end Danners anymore. Paying close to $400 for a boot with a synthetic, removable insole is nuts. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 10:11:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yea I don't know anyone who buys the high end Danners anymore. Paying close to $400 for a boot with a synthetic, removable insole is nuts. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Fuck danner, their boots have gone to shit. Whites or Hoffman's. They are built better and will outlast danners. Have never worn nicks but they are hand built in Spokane like whites. What do you recommend for hiking/ backpacking or hunting boots (as in high altitude/ long distance heavy miles) if Danner is shit? From what I know about whites it looks like they just stepped into the hiking/ hunting sector with European manufacturing... I would love to try a pair but they seem pretty new to the game. Schnees or Hoffman's. They are both European made. Danner hikers are ok. Danner has just started making tons of yuppie hipster boots and has cut back on their line of made in America work boots. They also are not the quality they once were even though they still charge a more then premium price. Yea I don't know anyone who buys the high end Danners anymore. Paying close to $400 for a boot with a synthetic, removable insole is nuts. Those Acadias in the above pic are over $300 |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 10:15:23 PM EDT
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I own 2 pair of lace up leather boots, made in the US.
Chippewas M1928s Red Wing Iron Rangers Of the two, the Chips broke in faster and are more comfortable. The Iron Rangers have a better welt for actual outdoors use. I'd recommend both be used with good insoles and socks. Wolverine 1000 mile boots get a mention also as being as good as the above. But I have no experience. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 10:59:57 PM EDT
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Redwing Pecos for summer. I’ve used Danner for winter boots but I’m looking to change. They just don’t hold up like they used to.
More boot porn: 
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Posted: 11/22/2020 11:04:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yea I don’t know anyone who buys the high end Danners anymore. Paying close to $400 for a boot with a synthetic, removable insole is nuts. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Fuck danner, their boots have gone to shit. Whites or Hoffman’s. They are built better and will outlast danners. Have never worn nicks but they are hand built in Spokane like whites. What do you recommend for hiking/ backpacking or hunting boots (as in high altitude/ long distance heavy miles) if Danner is shit? From what I know about whites it looks like they just stepped into the hiking/ hunting sector with European manufacturing... I would love to try a pair but they seem pretty new to the game. Schnees or Hoffman’s. They are both European made. Danner hikers are ok. Danner has just started making tons of yuppie hipster boots and has cut back on their line of made in America work boots. They also are not the quality they once were even though they still charge a more then premium price. Yea I don’t know anyone who buys the high end Danners anymore. Paying close to $400 for a boot with a synthetic, removable insole is nuts. They have lots of sales They just sent out 25% off codes I think my daners, all USA stichdown, average under $200 a pair, and I have 6 pairs. I got a pair of RATs in the last sale for $150. It’s way more than $150 of boot. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 11:27:21 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I do. I want to take the insole out and put in my own type. Those Acadias in the above pic are over $300 Never owned a pair of Acadias, but Have handled them and worked around them. They’re big, tough and heavy (puts them in a weight class of Whites, Wesco and Nicks). I’m glad you like them. The synthetic midsole and insole would be a deal breaker for me. |
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Posted: 11/22/2020 11:45:53 PM EDT
[#42]
I need to dig my old Ft Lewis’ out of storage.
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Posted: 11/22/2020 11:53:10 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: What do you recommend for hiking/ backpacking or hunting boots (as in high altitude/ long distance heavy miles) if Danner is shit? From what I know about whites it looks like they just stepped into the hiking/ hunting sector with European manufacturing... I would love to try a pair but they seem pretty new to the game. For hunting, I have Lathrop & Sons. They are tier 1, but take several months to get and total cost was about $1100 IRRC. https://lathropandsons.com/ |
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Posted: 11/23/2020 12:30:18 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryQuoted: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/51536/B0B8866B-A49B-4C09-A25F-2A24DC90BA82-1664126.jpg Worn daily for the last year. I do not baby them in use, but I do clean them after getting them caked in mud and dirt, as soon as I get home. I also condition them regularly. Guess we know how you voted in the shoes on or off indoors thread. |
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Posted: 11/23/2020 12:37:22 AM EDT
[#45]
Working industrial construction I've found 2 boots that just last and hold up well.
The thoroughgoods 9inch wedge, and redwing wingshooters 8inch wedge. They look similar with color being the main difference Redwing are a reddish brown Thoroughgoods a yellow brown The Redwing are thicker and water proof out the box. Thoroughgoods are thinner leather but lighter be no water proof unless you buy that version which has a neoprene liner. I typically get 6-9months out if a set of either. I have a bad habit of kicking thinks to make them move, I also work in water/rain alot. Both have soft soles/tread and thats what wears fastest, especially on concrete and steel grating. I can wear slip on anymore, they kill my ankles. The redwing made in China line has a 6month warranty for a reason. Thats all they will last if you are lucky. Both of the boots above are usa made and can be resolved of the tread wears before the upper. I've yet to be able to do that since I always expose the steel toe in mine before then |
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Posted: 11/23/2020 11:31:58 AM EDT
[#46]
Thanks to everyone for all the recommendations! I'm sure this thread helped more than just I. The compiled list below is everyone's recommended brands. I'm still deciding on the pair, you guys recommended so many I'm lost in this boot world.
The List: Danner Redwing Carolinas Belleville Thorogoods Nicks boot Meindl Kenetrek Ariat Whites Hoffman’s Schnees Lathrop & Sons |
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Posted: 11/23/2020 11:44:04 AM EDT
[#47]
I’m tempted to pick up a pair of the lathrop and sons. Have been wanting a pair of hikers like that but made in America. Have been looking at the European offerings pretty hard.
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Posted: 11/23/2020 12:00:16 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Guess we know how you voted in the shoes on or off indoors thread. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/51536/B0B8866B-A49B-4C09-A25F-2A24DC90BA82-1664126.jpg Worn daily for the last year. I do not baby them in use, but I do clean them after getting them caked in mud and dirt, as soon as I get home. I also condition them regularly. Guess we know how you voted in the shoes on or off indoors thread.
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Posted: 11/23/2020 12:00:42 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryQuoted: redwing wingshooters 8inch wedge. Quote HistoryQuoted: redwing wingshooters 8inch wedge. Can you please clarify? "Wingshooter" is a model of Irish Setter boot, not Redwing. Quoted: Thanks to everyone for all the recommendations! I'm sure this thread helped more than just I. Yes, it's very helpful to me! My decision is further complicated by the fact that my employer pays for 1 pair of safety toe shoes/boots a year up to $200. So it's hard for me to break over that $200 mark bc then I have to pay out of pocket. Whereas, if I can get cheaper boots to past at least a year I don't pay anything. Quoted: I'm still deciding on the pair, you guys recommended so many I'm lost in this boot world. I'm lost too! |
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Posted: 11/23/2020 12:04:17 PM EDT
[#50]
It took me two months to decide which boots I wanted last time.
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