GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe

Unknown Leather
5 saves
100% complete
BigMunnyMunro
Worn about 1 year
Photos
Reviews
Specs

Maker

GREB

Model

1960s Kodiak Steel Toe

Leather

Last

Unknown Last

Unknown Last: 8D

I customized the fit of them slightly when I resoled them by putting in a higher arched (riveted!) shank, that along with the tall logger heel definitely gives them plenty of arch, originally the arch was similar to a Munson last but now it’s much more 55ish

The fit and feel is very good, they have a moderate arch but a decently sprung toe, the heel is comfortably narrow giving a nice locked in feeling and the forefoot is nice and roomy making sure there’s absolutely zero pinching or anything from the steel toe caps even though they have a fairly low profile toe compared to some others I’ve worn

Sole

Biltrite GRIPLUG Half Sole

6 months, current sole

Biltrite Neoprene Nylon-Cord Full Sole

Worn for 9 months, resoled on May 14, 2025

Heel

Panco Triple-Wear

Worn for 6 months, current heel

Cat’s Paw ‘Twin Grip’ Heel

Worn for 7 months, re-heeled on May 14, 2025

Biltrite Basketweave Heel

Worn for about 1 month, re-heeled on October 3, 2024

Purchased from

eBay

Order info

Cost: 160 CAD

Availability: Stock Model

Lead Time: Less than a day

More about this item

The kilties are from Canada West boots in Red Dog leather
Q&A

Why did you choose this item?

Availability: Stock Model
Workplace Needs
Style

I purchased these since as a mechanic I need to wear protective footwear but I also enjoy the heritage of traditional work boots so I sought out a vintage pair with a protective toe cap and was able to purchase these locally, I also really like the nylon corded biltrite soles because the grip you get on oily shop floors is honestly unmatched

How did you determine your size?

Unknown Last: 8D
Tried On
Compared to Other Lasts
Trial Shoe

I based my size off of other boots I had worn from the same brand, but still ended up a little bit different (they actually fit me better than I expected)

What was the ordering process?

Purchased from eBayTotal cost: 160 CAD Lead time: Less than a day
Direct Message

I messaged the guy selling them and then came over to see them and try em on and left with a lighter wallet but I was the owner of a pair of boots I’m confident I’ll never see another pair of

Awards
  • Master ScholarAwarded for sharing knowledge about the item
  • Aging MasterAwarded for documenting this item's aging
  • Apprentice PhotographerAwarded in 2024-2025 for completing weekly photo tasks
  • Journeyman ReviewerAwarded for completing seasonal review tasks
  • Season ApprenticeAwarded in 2024-2025 for participating in Seasons
  • About 1 yearSeptember 2025
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    About 1 yearAugust 2025
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    10 monthsJune 2025
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    9 monthsMay 2025
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    7 monthsMarch 2025
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    6 monthsFebruary 2025
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    5 monthsJanuary 2025
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    4 monthsDecember 2024
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    3 monthsNovember 2024
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    2 monthsOctober 2024
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    About 1 monthSeptember 2024
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    Less than a dayAugust 2024
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    View photo of GREB 1960s Kodiak Steel Toe in Unknown Leather

    More like this

    GREB Kodiak Insulated in Unknown Leather
    GREB 1960s Moc Toe Hunting Boot in Unknown Leather
    Encore Low Top Sneaker - Italian Nappa Leather Steel Grey, Thursday Boot Company, $140
    White's Packer Pointed Toe in Unknown Leather
    Dayton Boots 9496 Steel Toe in Unknown Leather
    Wolverine BLVD Cap Toe in Unknown Leather
    Thorogood 8" Moc Toe in Unknown Leather
    Heritage Moc Toe - Leather, Nicks Handmade, $764
    Yuketen Unknown Model in Unknown Leather
    Dehner Tank Boot (Strap) in Unknown Leather
    Thorogood 1957 Series 8" Moc Toe in Unknown Leather
    R.E. Craftsman Custom Split Toe in Unknown Leather
    Golden Fox 6" Moc Toe Wedge Work Boots in Unknown Leather
    Structured leather toe, Bordon, $10
    BLKBRD Dixon Cap Toe Derby Boot in Unknown Leather
    Thorogood 8" Plain Toe in Unknown Leather
    Thorogood 8" Moc Toe in Unknown Leather
    8" Rowdy Plain Toe - Rowdy Leather, Drew's Boots, $299.95
    Nicks Moc Toe in Horween Steel Predator
    White's MP-Sherman Toe Cap in Unknown Leather
    Boulet Boots Square Toe Cowboy Boot, Horseman Heel in Unknown Black Bison & Unknown White Calf
    Prof Barnets Bulky Cap Toe Boots in Horween Dark Brown Waxed Flesh
    Executive Cap Toe - Brandy Leather, Thursday Boots, $168
    Wesco Firestormer in Unknown Leather & Seidel Charcoal Roughout
    Don's Original Lace To Toe in Vegetable Tanned Leather
    RJ Colt Unknown Model in Unknown Leather
    Unknown Maker Custom Model in Unknown Leather
    Diplomat Moc Toe Boot - Tobacco Leather, Thursday Boot Company, $199
    Allen Edmonds Normandy in Unknown Leather
    Red Wing Unknown Model in Unknown Leather
    Dirndl + Bua Roma in Unknown Leather
    Red Wing Iron Ranger in Unknown Leather
    Executive Cap Toe - Black Coffee Leather, Thursday, $168
    Phigvel Engeneers in Unknown Leather
    Red Wing 6-Inch Classic Moc in Unknown Leather
    Urban Wolf Club Axeman in Unknown Leather
    Unknown Maker Service Boot in Unknown Leather
    Spades Philippines Custom Model in Unknown Leather
    Executive Cap Toe - Chestnut Tan Leather, Thursday Boots, $168
    Minnetonka Moccasin Unknown Model in Unknown Leather
    What Price Glory Unknown Model in Unknown Leather
    Viberg Pachena Bay in Unknown Leather
    Tricker's Stow Country Boot in Unknown Leather
    Executive Cap Toe - Cuero Tan Leather, Thursday Boots, $168
    J.Leckie Skookum in Unknown Leather
    KOWM 25637 in Unknown Leather
    Marbot BMJA Mle 52 in Unknown Leather
    Timberland Original 6-Inch Boots in Unknown Leather
    Diplomat Moc Toe Boot - Full-Grain Leather - Black, Thursday Boot Company, $190
    Cordobes Slippers in Unknown Leather
    BuilderPro - Safety Toe 1964 Brown Leather, Nicks Handmade, $564
    White's Fire Hybrid in Unknown Leather
    Wested Leather Adventurer Boots in Unknown Leather
    Akito Boondockers in Unknown Leather
    Eddie Bauer K6 in Unknown Leather
    Unknown Maker Unknown Model in Unknown Leather
    8-Inch Contractor - Siedel Leather Brown Roughout Toe Cap, Drew's Boots, $299.95