Reviews
Boot and shoe reviews from real owners. Honest evaluations of quality, construction, sizing, fit, comfort, durability, and patina development.
Reviews
Boot and shoe reviews from real owners. Honest evaluations of quality, construction, sizing, fit, comfort, durability, and patina development.
Unsung House Desert Fever Engineer: A Stunning Example of How Engineers Should Be Made
Unsung U 22-2 Engineer Boot in Maryam Natural Rovescio SegoBy leafjar77 • April 5, 2026"Worn solely for the entirety of the Dome. Worn them on top of mountains, hiking trails, fishing, construction sites, out shooting, to the office, on errands, really anytime I’m outside these are on foot!
Worn when I went to install Starlink devices for the US Forest Service. Usually they are on top of mountains or on the base of the mountain...."Read the full review
These are a great pair of boots. Immediately comfortable and a classy color.
Thursday Challenger in ToscanelloBy strykersboots • April 5, 2026"These boots were used for work, hiking, and then general use 2-3 days per week. Overall, they were worn at least 4 days per week.
Used as my go to walking shoes due to their comfort and support. Yard work, house/building repair and remodel. Northwest Oregon and some south west Oregon hiking. Rough terrain, steep, rocky trails and open desert hiking. Lots of walking on urban landscape with the dogs. Both in parks and on sidewalks and roads. Lots of rainy walks and work, with some icey and snowy...."Read the full review
This belt was my gateway into leatherworking!
DIY Belt in Horween Dark Olive ChromexcelBy Mr_Fahrenheit451 • April 5, 2026"I wore this belt in virtually every climate in the US - from Florida to the desert Southwest to California to Michigan...."Read the full review
Light Orange Menaces
DIY Light Duty Boondockers in Horween English Tan EssexBy nitrocelluloseballoon • April 5, 2026"I like these boots, but living in the midwest, they unfortunately ended up sidelined in favor of my engineer boots this winter. As a result, they didn’t get nearly as much wear as I would have liked, but as stated in the title, these are closer to barrack shoes than combat boots...."Read the full review
Great shirt/jacket, amazing indigo color to the leather and just starting to break in
Y'2 Leather The Shop Vancouver Pablo Indigo Horse Hide Western Shirt in Indigo HorsehideBy rmgman • April 5, 2026"Didn’t get as much wear as I had hoped, but definitely enjoyed it when I did. Will age beautifully over the next many years...."Read the full review
Wescos for the win. Love these boots and this leather. Result was art from a blank cacanvas
Wesco x S&S Van Cleef III in Horween Natural EssexBy rmgman • April 5, 2026"My main boots for this competition. These boots were worked to death on my little 3 acre property. They saw time on the tractor, cutting wood, tending chickens, digging holes, working under the hood, fire pit, snow plowing & shoveling, out on the town, you name it. 6th month got them a thorough clean and condition and then a re-condition. They’ve been brushed and buffed a bit for their final photo op and before they’re shut down for a while. I was worried about this ridiculously soft leather holding up to what I’d inevitably throw at it, but it was a champ, and it definitely shows every single indiscretion that came its way. They were a blank canvas awaiting the art. I’m very happy with the outcome...."Read the full review
Can never go wrong with a Wesco build, indestructible & up for any challenge.
Wesco Boss Engineer Collaboration With Black Bear Brand in Horween Black ChromexcelBy rmgman • April 5, 2026"These were put on for everything from taking out the trash & going to the gym, to a night on the town. These weren’t my main pair but they got their work in nonetheless. House boot extraordinaire and then some...."Read the full review
The one and done boot?
Red Wing Blacksmith 3345 in S.B. Foot Black PrairieBy Jakob_Boots • April 5, 2026"I wore these boots every day. Most of the time they were with me in the office and always made a good impression. But their robust construction also provided reliable support during gardening, hikes, and fishing trips. When traveling, I could only take one pair of shoes, and the choice fell on the Reg Wings without hesitation. Whether in deep snow, sitting for hours on a plane, or on expeditions through tropical rainforests, the boots always performed. They consistently repelled water and kept my feet warm and dry. Over time, the black leather has slowly developed a wonderful patina. I hope this tea core effect will be achieved with the entire boot in the future...."Read the full review
A great looking pair of lace to toes with unique but stiff leather.
White's 350LTT-CS Boar in Gallun Copper BoarBy sorrick • April 5, 2026"I’ve worn these at at least a couple times a week throughout the last six months. They’ve been worn for everyday activities, casual office work, dog walks, and some international travel...."Read the full review
Started wearing these boots in Nov. Loved watching my kitten grow each month in the boot pictures :)
Redwing Silversmith #3361 in Black BoundaryBy TangibleLily929Wife • April 5, 2026"Wore these boots for leisure like going out to dinner. The temperature is hot and humid but I wore them more in evenings. My favorite part about these boots is the pictures with the kitten we adopted and seeing her grow each month in the boot pictures...."Read the full review
Extremely happy with Iron Boots
Iron Boots Pit Boss in Seidel Natural Double ShotBy toogladtobemad • April 5, 2026"These were great in Chicago snow last winter and work amazing in the Las Vegas weather after I moved..."Read the full review
Love these Nick’s Rangers and Spokane leather!
Nicks Ranger in Spokane HoneyBy longhuntr74 • April 5, 2026"Wore these for casual wear, lawn work, shoveling snow, at the worksite (I’m a demolition foreman), and for international travel...."Read the full review
I should have confirmed that side zips were for me before committing to wearing them for 6 months
Viberg Side Zip in Maryam Light Grey HorsebuttBy zeroremain • April 5, 2026"I work from home so these were primarily used as neighborhood dog walking boots and travel boots. They got soaked in the rain and snow, and hiked through the foothills...."Read the full review
My keys looked better and bottle caps popped.
DIY Keychain/Bottle Opener in Wickett & Craig Grey Traditional HarnessBy spyder550 • April 5, 2026"Every day. In pockets, bags, used to hang from my car's steering column but then my transmission blew and a new car with all those damn tech features changed that. It opened many beverages too...."Read the full review
