Reviews
Read Seidel Tanning Corp. reviews and experiences shared by the Patina Project community. See real feedback on quality, fit, durability, and how these products perform over time.
69 reviews
Tough go at the Dome
Nicks TankerPro in Seidel WeatherShield Black SmoothBy ofdff • April 5, 2024"Well, the dome is officially over for me, but I had the feeling a month in that I was done. These tankers are my work boots, so the logical thought was the work category. After the 1 month update photos were uploaded, I immediately realized I was no match for the guys literally running their boots into the dirt every day.
As a firefighter, and more specifically an engineer (driver), these boots have a little different use case than the others in the work category. They see 10 shifts a month, so they’ve only had 64 wears while in the dome (I don’t suck at math, but I do work some overtime). 10 wears per month is certainly a setback for getting the same results as everyone else, but there is a strict rule: Work boots stay at work (for good reason). Each shift has these boots on my feet for about 18 hours, and they have been incredibly comfortable the whole time! The weather shield black is a durable son of a gun, and hardly shows patina. Great for most situations, but not the dome.
My ‘dirty’ is much different than most of the others in the work category. While they haven’t been caked in mud, hydraulic fluid, or fertilizer like some of the others, they’ve seen their fair share of filth. They’ve stepped in blood, sweat, and any other number of fluid/tissues you can imagine coming out of a body. They’ve stomped out burning trash after the ‘urban outdoorsmen’ were informed their kitchen was out of line with the current burn ban. Their toes have been buried in the dingy carpet of the local crack houses while we pump on chests, push narcan to reverse the overdoses, and try everything we can to bring someone back from the brink of death, even though we know it’s too late.
These boots certainly have stories to tell, and even without winning this contest, I appreciate the dome. Without it, they’re just boots. The Dome gives us all a reason to stop and reflect on the past 6 months, as cheesy as it sounds, but I’m still thankful nonetheless.
Good luck to all the other contestants!..."Read the full review
Boots tough enough for the job!
Nicks BuilderPro in Seidel WeatherShield Brown SmoothBy SirGilbert • April 5, 2024"These boots have been caked in mud, kicking a shovels, soaked through and through while repairing water main breaks. They’ve been used to rehab a water filter, from soup to nuts. They’ve been snow plowing, repairing chemical feed pumps, and performing lab work...."Read the full review
Bootiful pair of Frank’s
Frank's Wilshire in Seidel Mocha Oil TanBy Qltyboots • April 2, 2024"I work as a service technician on ventilation units, I have worn these pair for work and also off work. I work in different environments, climbing ladders and so on. The Vibram 700 have performed perfectly during the winter months also...."Read the full review
Almost everyday boots. If I could only have one pair of boots for everything, these would be them.
Nicks DomePro in Seidel 1964 Tan RoughoutBy giraffchen • April 5, 2024"I wore these most days (4-5 days per week), but I allowed myself to wear whatever boots or shoes I wanted (like most, I have a small collection). I didn't baby these, but took care of them and didn't purposely beat them up for the competition. Brushed most evenings after wearing them with horsehair brush, about once a week with a stiffer nylon brush. Didn't use saddle soap, conditioner, or wax, though I will give these a deep clean in the next week or so.
Worn for office/work from home; light yardwork; rain and snow; occasional hikes. Worn with casual outfits and grubby clothes...."Read the full review
Boots that lived up to their reputation (despite a few QC issues)
Nicks Overlander in Seidel 1964 Brown SmoothBy DiscoBiscuits • April 14, 2024"I wore my Nicks as my primary footwear through out the dome. Whether I was walking into town, doing chores outside, running errands, or hanging out, these were my primary drivers. The only exceptions I made were when they were wet, needed a break, or it got too cold, these boots have no insulation so I switched to my snow boots for truly cold temps...."Read the full review
Leftie tighty righty loosey. -a love story.
Nicks Traveler in Seidel 1964 Brown SmoothBy fjaagewaage • April 3, 2024"I have used them for just about everything.
First week i aerated the lawn with a pitchfork. I regret two things: getting my new boots muddy and not wearing gloves.
Helping friends and family with car maintenance, oil change and repairs.
I still ride my moped to work everyday in rain, snow and salted ice roads. Clerking, moving boxes, pallets, assembeling, transporting and repairing different disability equipment.
They have been worn in the woods and on lighter mountain hikes.
Walking around my local city and on vacation in London taking film photographs...."Read the full review
A great all around boot that I am proud to own. Could survive daily wear with little need for care!
Nicks Ranger in Seidel 1964 Brown SmoothBy adosreis • April 5, 2024"I wore these boots nearly daily, throughout the winter, on ski trips to Canada, to my office through rain and shine, and on short-medium hikes. They been to breweries, bars and events. They were a pivotal companion these last couple of months!..."Read the full review
Tanker Pros, why not?
Nicks TankerPro in Seidel 1964 Tan SmoothBy nobnix • April 1, 2024"Excavation, and multiple construction activities...."Read the full review
I used these boots for working in a warehouse and generally use.
Nicks Ranger in Seidel 1964 Brown SmoothBy Macedo • April 5, 2024"They were used to wrk in a warehouse and general use..."Read the full review
Solid comfort
Nicks BuilderPro in Seidel 1964 Tan SmoothBy billdozer • April 5, 2025"I wore these to work every day as an hvac pipefitter. From roofs and penthouses to sub basements to manufacturing plants to walking the dog. I’m at a different facility every day, mostly in mechanical rooms or on a roof. The rooftops have been cold and snow covered, and the mechanical rooms can be a really hot boiler room. I spend a fair amount of time kneeling and have been surprised how well the toe leather has held up...."Read the full review
These are some seriously sturdy purpose built work boots
Canada West Red Dog Lace To Toe CSA Logger - 34363 in Seidel Red Dog Oil TanBy BigMunnyMunro • May 26, 2024"These boots are mainly going to be worn around a mechanics shop as well as for hiking and general outdoor activities..."Read the full review
An amazing boot
Nicks Lace Up Work in Seidel WeatherShield Brown SmoothBy petejones418 • April 5, 2025"Boots have been apart of every condition so far except for summer. These have been amazing from threading pipe and climbing ladders to unloading and moving pipe deliveries in mud snow and ice..."Read the full review
10 out of 10 - Would Dome Again
White's C350 Cutter in Seidel British Tan Double ShotBy cliff.bar.nett • April 2, 2024"These C350 Cutters have been my daily drivers for the past six months. They've been on my feet through multiple states, venues and concert halls across the USA. Basically they've been companions both as a casual and work boot.
What I really enjoy about these is that they can be dressed up. They're perfectly at home being worn with slacks and a tweed blazer or with jeans and a T-shirt for working concerts/events...."Read the full review
BULLETPROOF
JK Boots Honey Fire Inlander in Seidel Brown Oil TanBy cliff.bar.nett • April 2, 2024"These were my double dome pair designated for particularly long and hard days in the shop or onsite. These boots worked in Las Vegas during F1 week, the Javits Center, and prepped a few concerts in our shop west of Chicago.
They also helped me climb hundreds of feet in state parks on hikes, and got me through a few big snowfalls...."Read the full review
