Jim Green African Ranger

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Worn about 2 years
Work Thunderdome 2023-2024
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Maker

Jim Green Footwear

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Model

African Ranger

Leather

Last

JG Last

US Men's Brannock: 12EE

JG Last: 12.5

Sole

Vibram 148 Kletterlift

About 2 years, current sole

Anvil SoleMade for Jim Green

About 2 years, current sole

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Order info

Cost: 189 USD

Availability: Stock Model

Lead Time: 25 days

More about this item

These boots felt like wearing nice snug slippers after breaking them in. The last fits my foot shape quite nicely. I found that it took a little adjusting with a flat sole; my calves would get tight at the end of the first few days of long constant wear. The original Anvil sole that came with it is a nice grippy compound that doesn't pick up too much mud, but it wears quickly.
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Why did you choose this item?

Availability: Stock Model
Workplace Needs
Outdoor Activities

I originally bought it to use for hiking, landscaping, and random light jobs at work. Being a flexible and lightweight boot, I thought it would serve me nicely in that role. My dedicated work boots started wearing out around the time I was getting these, and I can't afford to have a bunch of boots to wear for different purposes. So these ended up being a pleasant all-around boot for me, and the timing lined up with the Thunderdome.

How did you determine your size?

Online Guide

I used the foot length chart on Jim Green's website and found that a half size should be a good fit. I wear a 13D in most things (only because 12.5 normally isn't an option), and I find myself wishing I could go down half a size. This is a roomy last in the toes but snugs up nicely around the heel. The 12.5 JG last fit me perfectly.

What was the ordering process?

Purchased from Jim Green FootwearTotal cost: 189 USD Lead time: 25 days
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I watched Jim Green's video about the Barefoot African Ranger, and I pre-ordered it on their website.

Awards
Work Thunderdome Finisher2023-2024 Stitchdown Patina Thunderdome Work Edition
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