Reviews
Read John Lofgren Bootmaker reviews and experiences shared by the Patina Project community. See real feedback on quality, fit, durability, and how these products perform over time.
21 reviews
John Lofgren Steel Gang… a perfect boot?
John Lofgren Steel Gang in Shinki Camel HorsebuttBy selvedge.and.boots • December 13, 2024"I have a little land and a family farm. I have worn these boots 12-14 hours a day doing chores around the property, at work in the office and going to town on the occasional Sunday...."Read the full review
Expensive but zero regrets with John Lofgren Ezo Shika Donkey Punchers.
John Lofgren Donkey Puncher Boots in Ezo Shika DeerskinBy cpl.g.clegg • April 4, 2026"I work 60 percent of my day in an office and the rest of my day walking about on a factory floor and airplane assembly line looking at airplanes in various states of assembly. My walk from where I park my car to my office desk is about ten minutes and I choose to walk the entirety of it outside, rain or shine. When there is heavier physical labor at home outside, I throw on a pair of Wolverine Roper style boots but when the activity is done, I put my Lofgrens back on...."Read the full review
Most comfortable boots, outstanding craftsmanship and patina potential
John Lofgren M-43 Service Shoes in Horween Leather CXL Natural RoughoutBy ruff.de.nimes • April 1, 2026"Everyday life incl. office work, playground with the kid, outdoor activities, etc. German Winter, snow, etc...."Read the full review
A good boot to take you everywhere you need to go if you not afraid to get them there.
John Lofgren Chapman Boots in Horween Black ChromexcelBy chris8leal • December 3, 2025"I've been pleasantly surprised at how easy these are to wear just about every where. The sole is a little harder than im used to but still very comfortable walking around on concrete and roads all day. I've worm them to school, work, out on dates, in snow, rain and everything in between..."Read the full review
John Lofgren Combat Boots in Horween black Chromexcel - Initial Review
John Lofgren Combat Boots in Horween Black ChromexcelBy USMC_K9_VET • December 15, 2024"So far I have worn these pretty casually. I’ve only had them about a week, and have worn them mostly in and around my house. Walks outside and on dirt roads...."Read the full review
My most fun Thunderdome pair yet
John Lofgren M-43 Service Boots in Horween Natural Chromexcel RoughoutBy gv7 • April 2, 2025"I wore them in any situation. Most patina probably came from hiking in them, but I wore them for work (office job) and any and everything social as well...."Read the full review
These boots are what make the stitchdown community great, I purchased these from another SDP member.
John Lofgren M-43 Service Shoes in Horween Natural Chromexcel RoughoutBy Spoon • April 6, 2026"These boots have gone between the deserts of the southwest, the beaches of California, the beauty of Ireland, and everywhere in between. I was wearing these the first day i held my niece, and when the first time i.met my girlfriends parents. They have been a regular companion the last six months...."Read the full review
I love this boots, they're super comfortable and easy to wear.
John Lofgren Wabash Engineer Boots in Horween SHF Horsehide HavanaBy farroyo81 • April 5, 2026"This was my main pair during the last 6 months and they were a worthy companion to face any condition...."Read the full review
First Impressions
John Lofgren El Capitan in Horween Black ChromexcelBy gameofdrones • February 16, 2025"One day of walking around town on paved surfaces. The Vibram sole gives just enough impact absorption compared to an old pair of Frye boots with Oilite “cork” soles that are super rigid.
The vamp is just starting to crease. I’m still babying it, not flexing it too much...."Read the full review
One of my favorite boots in my collection.
John Lofgren Wabash Engineer Boots in Horween Dark Brown Waxed FleshBy farroyo81 • April 6, 2026"A very easy to wear boots that don't need to be babied...."Read the full review
Underwhelming good boots
John Lofgren Donkey Puncher Boots in Badalassi Carlo Vegetable TannedBy migsidk • November 24, 2024"I’ve used them to do work and everything under the sun with them..."Read the full review
Funky naming boot in a comfortable, durable, and beautifully aging leather.
John Lofgren Donkey Puncher Boots in Horween Natural ChromexcelBy tastyporkbuns • April 2, 2026"I haven't worn these boots super hard, but at the same time, I didn't go out of my way to baby them either. They’re built to actually be worn. I’ve used them nearly everyday (walking around, errands, light outdoor use, working in a hospital environment, holiday parties, yard work, etc.) and they handle it all without feeling delicate.
The more scuffs and wear they pick up, the more character they get. I wasn't too stoked about the initial natural CXL color, but it turned into a rather pleasing caramel brown now...."Read the full review
Incredible comfort and construction, leather leaves wanting
John Lofgren Wabash Engineer Boots in Shinki Black Teacore HorsebuttBy melquiades • April 6, 2024"Hard daily wear. Hanging out with a toddler, mowing grass, dad shit..."Read the full review
Most Compliments I’ve Ever Received On A Pair of Boots
John Lofgren Donkey Puncher Boots in Badalassi Carlo Cognac MinervaBy wildcat98 • April 5, 2024"Wore them to and from work. Wore them on weekends. Wore them at Disneyland...."Read the full review
