2-Year Review of Nicks Builder Pro Boots

[@quentinwilliams5786]

I’m a pizza delivery man and I’m getting a pair simply because I enjoy boots, I cannot wait for mine to arrive

[@SuperDuty23XL]

“because I enjoy boots”. Reason enough, agreed!

[@alexsantiago3661]

I would definitely back this choice! I was a pizza delivery driver part time after my factory/warehouse job, and boots are the way to go. Especially during the winter boots are pretty much a necessity. A lot of peoples houses are hard to get to especially when rain, snow, mud, gravel etc is in the way add to that carrying oblong shaped boxes and sodas. Boots saved me as a delivery boy.

[@MattFromWork]

I delivered many pizzas myself. In the fall, and winter these would be amazing.

[@Seedavis397]

Damn right brother. Screw all the people who say otherwise.

[@patricklinkous]

I would have absolutely loved these back when I delivered pizzas! My boothead brother outfitted me with some Wolverines that performed very nicely.

[@georgegonzalez-rivas3787]

The satisfaction of saving money on a purchase soon wanes. The pleasure of using/wearing a top-quality product comes back every day.

[@CarlMurawski]

Very well put my friend!!!

[@jed-henrywitkowski6470]

So true, I'm used to boots lasting at least a year (more if their military issue, though the ones in made for GIs from the Korean War to the Gulf War are seemingly designed to be as uncomfortable as possible), anyhow, I really needed a new pair, so I bought some from Big5. They were super comfortable and in a few months they have holes in on the sides of the toe box (So much for waterproof!) and the outside of the heels wore done pretty quickly.

[@markdickenson1137]

Of course! XZ

[@arit8009]

saving money *for* a purchase is more satisfying to me tbh. Maybe it's just being poor(ish), but it really feels like an accomplishment finding something good quality, setting a budget goal for it, saving up for it, and finally buying it, caring for the item, and having it for a long time feels satisfying and continues to feel satisfying.

[@louiscyfer6944]

@@devilselbow i got a carolina 922 logger because i wasn't sure if i would like the style. i was having issues with plantar fasciitis and my doc wanted me to wear higher heeled shoes. i actually love these carolinas, so I'll probably be getting some builder pros in the future.

[@oliverallen5324]

No one in the field ever says, "Man, I spent way too much on this piece of gear I used literally all the time."

[@CarlMurawski]

Amen!

[@donjuanmckenzie4897]

False

[@gmsunshine]

@@donjuanmckenzie4897 sure

[@funionsflagons7844]

i MIGHT have said it about my 1620 pants lol, but still no regret haha.

[@krustysurfer]

They do if they make you miserable because fitment is incorrect... People will love them because they paid $700 for their boots, even if they are limping at the end of the day.

[@DancingSpacePotato]

Your rant against gatekeeping really tickled me. I never experienced that nonsense until I got into the higher tier work boots. I find it very strange and counter productive for people new to higher end work boots. As a matter of fact I often wore my boots working as a barista and a DM for Starbucks. They’re comfortable and I wanted to wear them! They’ve been a perfect companion in the forest, in the snow, through creeks, and indeed behind a counter. No matter what job I’m doing

[@jed-henrywitkowski6470]

I grew up wearing boots, and I prefer to keep them on as much as possible when I get home. The more comfortable they are the more likely I'll be wearing them where they ain't required, for sure.

[@Davidtime]

I mean you're standing ALL day, in my opinion, that's just as tough as any other job working on your feet. Anyone who tries to chide you about your boots is just projecting their own insecurities.

[@NoNameNo.5]

Barista? Still tougher than the carpenters

[@austinoneil7575]

@@Davidtime so you think working as a barista is just as tough on your boots as being a roofer in Arizona 130+ degrees on the roof

[@Davidtime]

@@austinoneil7575 yeah that’s exactly what I said... 🙄 sounds like you’re just looking for a reason to be pissed off! Good luck!

[@TheMidnightModder]

2:20 I love that you added this. If you love something, wear it. It's as simple as that. Even me, someone who's interning at a horse ranch would get tons of use out of these things.

[@CarlMurawski]

Absolutely agreed!!!

[@ianturnbow7011]

Ariat makes some solid shit, but they’re made in China.

[@lawwilliams7591]

I also loved seeing that part. So many “manly man” groups are gatekept by mean people who sour the bunch for everyone else. I’m glad I found an informative video that has helped me make my decision, and the guy making the video seems like a standup guy!

[@RickCaldwellvoluntaryist]

I'm a landscaper currently. Tough guy kind of job, rough on footwear. But I've been a barista. And a chef. And I've done IT. I've needed high quality, supportive boots all along. I wear boots with a tailored suit. All because I have bad knees, so I need the ankle support, so if my knee fails, I don't twist or roll my ankle during the correction. I watch these videos on TV, so I guess I don't see the comments often enough to have experienced the gatekeeping you referenced in the vid, but wow, if that happens, it's so petty. Also, for me, the extra time the 10 inch boots take to lace is worth it to me, because, have I mentioned the bad knees? Oh, and I'm 6'2", with those bad knees..

[@frankmai1824]

Carl: “A HUNDRED DEGREES OUTSIDE” Me living in Arizona: “yes spring is my favorite season too”

[@UsernameInvalidTHIS]

[insert "but it's the humidity" comment here]

[@CarlMurawski]

Hahahahaha

[@upgrayddable]

Grats. Gate keeping weather.

[@AustinMichael]

@@UsernameInvalidTHIS I mean humidity is what makes it bad. It can be 90 degrees out and with high humidity you are going to stroke way faster then 120 with no humidity. This is what the heat index is for.

[@n2boots389]

Austin Michael I agree. I live in No California and it gets to 115 or 120 degrees, but humidity is around 10 to 15 per cent so it does not feel that bad. Lived where 90 degrees was unbearable.

[@jhonnysnd_cebu39]

I am envious of how lucky Americans are to have such wonderful companies ❤️ one day I'm gonna have to travel to the US just for shopping...

[@CarlMurawski]

You should! I'l,l buy you a beer

[@kostinarain7373]

Don't wait LOL order online now

[@lohengrinknight]

You could start making these shoes where you live, and start making money and making people happy.

[@ravencanis8998]

As someone who’s just recently dropped that fat stack on a pair of custom builder pros, who also went with the double rough out (for virtually exactly the same reasons) I went into this video really hoping I’d made the right choice, and I’m so glad I did the year or so worth of research before dropping $1300 on them (exchange rate plus postage) because if they’ll last me more or less the rest of my life, that’s an investment rather than a purchase Keep up the great work

[@tinderella2386]

Where were you that exchange rate was so much? You in Australia?

[@Naamturd101]

After watching a few of your videos, you're quite the salesman when you actually like something, the enthusiasm translates well.

[@andrewslagle1974]

I switched to Nicks ,from wearing Redwing for 35 years .During covid my shoe store could no longer get Red wing in my size 12B they told me that red wing was not making them in my size any more .So i called several of the big makers .NICKS was by far the most help full and they treated me like family from the first phone call I ordered the builder pro steel toe as i am a logger/heavy equipment mechanic.They came faster than expected and fit like a glove .Thank you NICKS you have a customer for life !

[@paddywiggle]

damn 12B you got some tubular feet

[@epv1]

I’m a barista and a student. Thanks for making me feel welcome.

[@MIIIB]

I hate to say this but you made me addicted to Nick's Boots!!! After watching your 1st year I bought 1 pair (Builder Pro of course!) And after that ...... 2 more pairs. Thanks Carl! Phenomenal brand, quality and durability.

[@CarlMurawski]

Welcome to the addiction my friend! Sounds like you have one helluva collection started!

[@davidgcavada]

I'm a railcar repairman. And I'll be buying new boots by the end of the year. Nicks sounds good to be. Thanks Carl!

[@BabyCakes32301]

Just flew out to nicks boots from LA on Saturday was a good experience ended up purchasing two pairs can’t wait

[@lawwilliams7591]

Sir, this video is amazing! I recently was promoted from delivery driver to counterman at my auto parts store, and my $50 work shoes were NOT ready for the 8 hours of standing behind a counter. I’m on my second pair in two years and they’ve left me wanting. I started a search for the best work boots and slowly discovered the pricier and pricier brands until I landed on Nicks, Whites, and Wesco. After a bit of further digging, I’ve decided on a moderate arch pair of Builder Pros. I think I’m ready to spend the money, and seeing some posts and anecdotes about them, I trust they’ll be worth it. Your video has been helpful in making this decision. I think I’m gonna go with rough black lower(because our uniform requires black shoes) and a smooth reddish brown upper. And I’ll take your advice and aim more for an 8 inch shaft instead of the long 10 inch one. Anyway, I know I’m commenting on a year old video, but I loved seeing how they’ve held up for you for two years in a more physical environment than mine is! Are they still going strong?

[@Bearded360]

JK super duty are excellent as well!

[@mrchristopher337]

Best footwear review I have seen out of about 500 vids in 15 yrs. Good job. Just like Nick's boots...beyond awesome.

[@kawi1829]

Thanks for all the great content Carl. You are are the main reason I purchased my Nick's Rangers. It was such an amazing experience going through the fit sheet and try on boots. When my boots finally showed up it was great. The best boots I have ever owned. Now I need a casual pair.

[@CarlMurawski]

I’m so glad to hear that man!!! This is the reason to make videos

[@JimGreenFootwearOfficial]

Anyone that is hard on boots this is a no brainer. Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten

[@justinpatrickhoffman]

I respect your comment. I have a pair of Razorbacks, and I like them a lot!

[@JimGreenFootwearOfficial]

@@justinpatrickhoffman thanks for the feedback and support. Much appreciated. Razorback is a legend in our range

[@justinpatrickhoffman]

@@JimGreenFootwearOfficial I'm looking forward to your new models of footwear!

[@Herbster41]

My Nick’s Overlanders arrived 7 months ago. Best $500 I’ve ever spent. And you’re right about them being the gateway drug to quality leather boots. I’m already thinking about a second pair.

[@carlitos366]

I've been thinking about getting the overlander. Did you go half a size down from your brannock size for the overlander?

[@Herbster41]

Actually my Brannock size is around 10E. I also went to the local red-wing store and had my feet measured using their 3D scanner. Came out to 10EE. I called Nick’s and talked to a guy and he said 10E should be fine, and he was right. Hope this helps. @@carlitos366

[@joshuageovannyperez9933]

Your Reviews are the Most In Depth Reviews I’ve Ever Seen Man. I Bought A Leather Bomber Jacket (A-1) Souly on Your Video . Thank You Keep it Up Please

[@CarlMurawski]

Thank you my friend!! Which brand did you go with? I'd love to see it.

[@Lionharted14]

Carl, I really appreciate your videos and words. As a guy who’s career went from agriculture and construction to being a Starbucks store manager, I’ve often felt I wasn’t “manly” enough anymore because of my job, a job I’m doing to provide for my family just the same as everyone else. Your words are a great reminder to not let the job or work determine the man, but instead let the amount of work ethic, intentions, and character that go into the work be the defining factors. You’ve inspired this carhartt wearing barista to get the Nicks I’ve been wanting so I can finally stop replacing my Wolverines,Redwings, and Danners (that have been worn down from 8-10 hours of barista work a day and an outdoorsman’s live in the PNW) without caring about being put into the “tough” or “soft” crowd. Thanks for the work you do and the character you back your work up with.

[@jimmylarge1148]

U should go back to construction. Starbucks is the devil. Research their logo and go from there.

[@memefeed2147]

Also got a pair of Nicks because of Wranglerstar, and do not regret it, 2 years and upwards of 4000 work hours, they still look brand new and have reached slipper level comfort status. My feet are not going to fit in them for much longer

[@pixxburgh420]

What do you mean? They are so perfect why wouldn't your feet fit anymore bud?

[@talaverajr391]

@@pixxburgh420 because he's getting heavier.

[@nolang4495]

I like Carl attitude of not letting his ego get in the way , just giving you humble honest reviews 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@MrFlyrod7]

Just got my first pair. Waited 5 months but worth it. Breaking them in now. A pair of Urban Loggers. My Son has been asking me to get a set for a few years. He started with a pair for wild land fire fighting boots. Now he has a few sets and also designed a new style for them. Well, not sure why I waited so long. So glad I did! 😊

[@gregorygoldbarth7464]

I’ve been a Nicks fan for years and I don’t bother telling people anymore because no one listens to me. Like you said you have to experience it for yourself, and all people see and all people wanna hear is how expensive they are. It’s either pay me now or pay me later... and if I want something to last I’ll spend the extra money for the quality. Awesome review glad to see that you’re a Nicks fan too.

[@SwampYankeeProjects]

Just got my nicks boots and I've never had a more comfortable boot usually when I break a boot in my toes are getting crushed these boots keep my feet nice and free and they keep my heals locked in place I love them!

[@johnebert2619]

Mr. Murowski; I gotta thank you. I've been in manufacturing for a decade and have always ended up chewing through 2 - 3 pairs of work boots every year. (I got wide feet. 10.5 FFF) I saw this video a year ago and finally decided to go for almost these exact boots. It's a whole new world. Mine fit perfectly outa the box, but felt like sitting my feet in boxes of nails. After 2 weeks, though? More comfortable than my $300 Red Wings Moc Toe boots. Now? More comfortable than my fabric top tennis shoes. Cannot overstate how much better these boots are than anything I've ever experienced and I have you to thank for it.

[@adamsmithproperties2528]

I was initially put off by the price but the quality is there, the repair services extend the life, and they are a solid, moral company. I don't have brand loyalty, I want the best for the needs at hand and I have found a few of their products make the cut.

[@kianmacleod379]

Bro that gatekeeping rant was wholesome as fuck. Love to see it man. (someone who's done everything from Rigging Tech to Disability Care)

[@brandynthomas1909]

I have a pair of Nick's firefighter loggers and love them!! Definitely worth the money!

[@thomasanderson4664]

Dont get pissed You give great videos. Now I'll be getting this boot. I'm 67 and wiegh 260 and still do lawncare . My own business. So I need a boot like this ,Thank You

[@Spring-ni4vq]

BRO. YOU ARE DOING SOMETHING SPECIAL HERE. THANKS A LOT.

[@CarlMurawski]

Thank you man!

[@travissteens3224]

I love your comment on the gatekeepers. So true. And im glad you are doing this video. Thank you

[@redpillspiller2177]

Great review brother, so far I have worn down 2 pairs of redwings, 1 pair danners and currently using my back up whites, but I have been very interested in getting a pair of Nicks. Thank you for this detailed review, I know the nicks are built like a tank

[@Loganedward29]

Hey boss I bought a pair 6 months ago and they are the real deal. Once fully broke in they blow your mind. I have put these boots through everything I come across and sprayed them off with a hose. About to oil for only the second time and they still look new

[@theduke7539]

I've been wearing a pair of danners for about 6 months, and they are very comfortable, but I do wish I had just gone for Nick's in the beginning. But I needed a boot in a couple days and I didn't have the time for a custom boot. Nick's will definitely be my next pair of boots without a doubt

[@stevedoe3994]

Currently sporting a pair of Nick's Travelers thanks to your previous reviews. Now I'm preparing to purchase the Americanas. Darn you Karl!

[@CarlMurawski]

Haha, I'm not even sorry! Enjoy them!

[@corneliuscrewe677]

I’m really interested in the Travellers. I work on concrete floors that frequently get hydraulic fluid spilled on them. How are they for slip resistance?

[@johnminden669]

Although I'm not surprised it makes me happy to see this positive review. I'm one of the lucky ones who started wearing Nick's early and haven't worn much else for comparison. (The Carolina type boot that maybe lasted me a year was about it) Definitely agree with the gateway drug thought, so many boots that I want......different leathers, different styles, even the shoe style they carry.....sigh... ;-D

[@ColoradoK_117]

Boots are great for everything! I used to work retail at Lowe's, and I would pretty regularly wear my 6" Merrell hiking boots just for the overall comfort

[@49rick49]

coming from someone who works in an office, these look stunning and bet they perform even better. would love a pair for myself, even if used just for casual hikes and yard work.

[@vishaljdeodhar5445]

Great review. I work in the bank but watching your videos i dress like a work guy sometimes.. lol I finally got my pair in natural waxed flesh, they look and foot amazing. I have been buying boots in size 7.5 or 8 D in most of the brands red wing, danner etc. Nicks sent me the boots 9.5 B !!! Woohoooo! Reality, they are the best footing boots i got i mho. Great company. 👍🏻

[@tradways]

Laces: (military background here) ever try 550 cord / paracord? We tend to "gut" them (strip out the white internal strands) and... very comfortable with zero bite or dig anywhere. And, at $7-8 for 50ft in a stupid choice in colors (for those allowed a choice), it's damn hard to go wrong. Great video my friend, keep up the great work! "Gateway drug"... Ha!! no joke.

[@CarlMurawski]

YES! Thats totally the way to go, though I never gutted it before. Thats a great call!

[@fullmetalroyal1216]

A barista in Nick's pro boots lmao thatd be awesome!

[@laxmitty21]

My buddy is a barista in the urban loggers. He’s a trust-fund hipster so it makes sense

[@estherlawrence761]

Anyone that is hard on boots this is a no brainer. Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten

[@Rb889]

First thing that comes to mind is a thin, early 30's goth chick that never realized the 90's ended twenty years ago, and still gets all her outfits from Hot Topic, but got a set of Nick's from her Logger father for Christmas to replace the worn out el-cheapo knock-off combat boots she's been wearing for the past ten years.

[@MrDaChekar]

Hey Carl, i aprecciate all your work. Your Reviews are literally perfect. Helps so much for a decision.

[@CarlMurawski]

Thank you so much! That’s exactly what I strive for.

[@adidepti0]

You and Wranglerstar convinced me to get Nick’s boots. I live in Australia and they cost me $1200 AU Dollars an extremely expensive boot but worth every cent

[@advocatusspeaks]

Excellent review. ibew elec. building out data centers, switchgear, and electrical rooms myself. Watch your channel religiously and when the Danners failed, I finally decided to get whites. drove back out from seattle to spokane to pick them up and stopped at nick's after watching your original video. Got a pair of builder pros in chestnut/honey. Excellent build quality and you're not lying about the break in. Broke a tooth first thing in the morning (excruciating) and didn't even remember because my feet were hurting so bad by chow. Keep up the quality content!

[@CarlMurawski]

Awesome!!! Good to see another sparky in some decent boots out there. Enjoy brother!

[@jordang2077]

IBEW electrician here as well And mostly thanks to this video and being sick of shitty boots that fall apart every year, I put in my order for nicks builder pros a couple days ago. Just waiting in my fit sheet.

[@jimshen0308]

I got my first pair of customized boots from Frank's because of you and Wranglerstar. I was hesitant at first but it has been about 1 year wearing mine and I am glad the money was spent.

[@foxhound3877]

Jim Shen I got my first pair from frank’s just last Saturday been wearing them everyday since. I don’t think I am going to be able to go back to my Carolinas.

[@jimshen0308]

@@foxhound3877 and next thing you know....you are getting a second pair...be careful

[@ZachBie]

I’ve had my Nick’s Hot Shots for almost four years now. I originally wanted a pair of White’s as I got a pair of Bounty Hunters back in 2012 or 2013. I have an office job, but just wore my Nick’s today on a hike up a muddy mountain and they are aging great. But the Nick’s were BY FAR the hardest boot I’ve ever broken in. But now they are AMAZING.

[@travis2511]

Ordered a pair of builder pros with some knowledge thanks to your reviews. I did the fit guide and try on pair as well. Great channel! Still waiting on mine as of now.

[@trevorallen5988]

Hats off to you sir! Gate keeping and machismo has no place on our world. I've done everything from sweeping floors, to sandblasting bridges, to QA inspection for an owner. I wish I had high quality footwear throughout all of it.

[@jimgrantjr9542]

I love this guy, I’m going to figure out how to get these, I get 6 months out of boots, redwings, and others, never heard of these till now, thanks guy

[@jimgrantjr9542]

@Clay Pylant not yet but planning on it, the problem me and boss run too is we are worried we kill these boots fast, we wear redwings and I barely get 4 to 5 months out of them, I’m planning on getting a pair before fall and switch back and forth, then after winter get another pair, because that way you can send a pair out for resole or repairs

[@kenbourn5956]

Awesome review! I’d also like to comment on the video quality-it is superb! Masterful use of lighting and backlighting to show off the Nicks in a most complimentary fashion!

[@livewire2474]

Chippewa man for 25 years but now they are no longer made in the good ole USA. Once I wear out all of my current boots I'm definitely going to try a pair of these!! I live in my Chippewas it's all I wear so I'm excited to try a set of Nick's.. great video my man well presented

[@annahenderson1730]

Good to see an update on these. I want to get some if they ever make women’s boots

[@A7mAD579]

they do

[@johnminden669]

There are many women wearing Nick's boots. Their website is not anywhere near comprehensive, I would recommend calling them and discussing what you are looking for. Guaranteed they can make it happen. =D

[@d-vo5042]

They make Women's boots too, just send in a fit sheet and they got you. I think they even have stock boots for women, if you don't want to go through the fit sheet process and wait 3 to 6 months for them to make you a pair.

[@MrShnazer]

Why would you?

[@JY-dh7mk]

Anna looks like the picture that comes with the frame...(that's a compliment btw, I don't want to trigger anyone)

[@jessefleming1421]

Cool channel man, I liked your comments about everyone out there working at the beginning! Humans are crazy! Thanks for the video

[@CarlMurawski]

Thanks for watching!

[@JJ-wp5yn]

I’m a bartender and wear these. 12-13 hour shifts on on my feet with no breaks. They’re the real deal.

[@benewgillian6823]

Are they not too heavy ?? Greetings from France

[@grandpa_6.7]

@@benewgillian6823 no

[@mixetube1116]

No breaks? Why are you allowing a business to break the law? Thats illegal, 30 min paid lunch is law. As well as 2x 15 min breaks.

[@xayahumongous9139]

@@mixetube1116 you mean to tell me....... the 30 minute lunch is supposed to be paid for? There is supposed to be 2 15 minute breaks paid for?! I've been working in a cabinet shop for 3 years, had to work from 7:30 am to 4 pm at the beginning but we were only getting paid for 8 hours of work as our lunch time wasnt paid for and we never got 15 minute breaks lest we wanted to be there till like 4:30 to 5. I Basically cut out the lunch and started at 6:30 because if im only getting paid for 8, ill only be there for 8. I already hated my job but now i am questioning life choices. All this because of a boot video comment section XD.

[@pghv92]

Just got my builder pros in the mail and I started to lace the right boot. The brand new leather lace broke! I’d love to see a video on boot laces. Ways to lace, aftermarket boot laces and your take on those brands. Absolutely impressed with the Nicks build quality and I can’t wait to break them in. For the record I called nicks and they sent me out a new set of laces at no charge. Can’t wait to get them in so I can get to breaking them in.

[@GaRciiA805]

No way!!

[@deadfungi]

Great review, Carl. These are dream boots for me. Keep up the excellent content.

[@bruceselmon3420]

Another great video man! Thank you for the follow up with the builder pros. Once my Charley's come in, and after some good break in time. The builder pro's will be my next Nick's choice. My weekdays, and my weekends will be covered lol. Take care Carl, stay safe!

[@markjacobs6294]

Quality counts. I have been wearing my Danner Mt Lights for 30 years and 8 re-soles.

[@bustedknuckles6051]

Thats insane!

[@derekrwatson346]

I’ve been seriously considering a pair of these. I think I’m done clomping around in $200 boots that don’t last.

[@austinwanner449]

absolutely go for it. im currently saving up for a pair of urban loggers, since i dont need to do super tough work yet.

[@MrSfinn9mm]

I ordered the builder pros in walnut smooth upper rough out lower with composite toe with the fire sole

[@mikealfieri641]

Just ordered my black Builder Pros. Thanks for the reviews!

[@marcjohnson4385]

Retired from the Trades 20 years ago Carpenter loved it wish I'd known about those Boots. Looking at the Americana if they come in rough out might replace My red wing muleskinners

[@TheDieseldog]

These boots are awesome. I’m a diesel mechanic and I just purchased a pair of Carolina logger style boots to try out. My first 8 inch top boot this style. So far I like it.

[@mattblair2224]

Great video, thanks for the effort. Just ordered myself a pair of Roberts, excited for them to arrive.

[@TheRealDrJSquared]

A year ago I was looking for a new boot and saw your review. I bought a pair based on your recommendation. I have the same boot with the exception that I have smooth leather on the upper and I bought a 2" shorter boot. OMG, these are my favorite boots. I have a small hobby farm that I work on on the weekends. These boots will last me the rest of my life. If you're thinking about getting a pair from Nick's, spend the extra for the fitting. It's so worth it. Since then I've bought a more dress like boot using the same fitting. I'm sold.

[@RueyTenTen]

Carl you're awesome. Yes people are making their living in all kind of fields and if wearing a pair of tough boots that look good help them feel awesome while doing that, they should be able to!

[@berare777]

Sir, your videos are amazing ! You are talented with worlds.

[@CarlMurawski]

Thank you so much 😀

[@maqsoodhassan8978]

Can we all just agree the baristas are in the hardest work environment? I'm certain most loggers or iron miners never have to deal with wild Karens...

[@CarlMurawski]

Oh man, Wild Karens are the worst!!!

[@kostinarain7373]

True

[@skrillaguerilla]

to quote Bane, it's a different kind of torture. "Not of your body... Of your soul"

[@hollowapex3871]

what are wild karen’s and baristas? I’m confused

[@ubiquitouspanda4466]

@@hollowapex3871 Karen's are stuck up people, who tend to go to cafes. Baristas are the people who make coffee, and tend to work at cafes/Starbucks - places you'd see a Karen

[@MrSfinn9mm]

I just got my builder pros in yesterday I’ve been wearing them around the house they feel good definitely a lot more beefy of a boot compared to my Chippewas

[@NikolasEdrich]

I have loved your videos. I have been debating getting a pair of nicks for a few months, and your videos have been super informative.

[@CarlMurawski]

I'm so glad, thank you man!

[@jwrappuhn71]

You give the best boot reviews I've seen yet, great vid bro.

[@CarlMurawski]

Thank you man!!!!

[@bobspalding2477]

Surprised when I heard you said yours are composite toes. Really doubted Nicks gave that option. Love the look. Thanks for the review.

[@loupblanc007]

I feel the only way they can improve it is by making more so the price becomes lower. It Seems like the price maybe the only negative about it. But I guess that could sacrifice the quality as well. Great video as always sir. Thank you for making it.

[@d-vo5042]

Nicks charge more because of the brand, reputation, and people are willing to pay that cost. I personally prefer the Whites or Drews Boots. Drews boots are easily 100 dollars cheaper, and they are awesome. That being said, Nicks are still really good boots, but I'd go with Wesco, Whites, or Drews for the cheaper price.

[@MrSfinn9mm]

Awesome my pair of builder pros went into production a week ago im excited

[@squareoakystewart6870]

Love your videos and just wanted to say since you are having worries about the laces on your boots I think you should totally check out Pisgah Range LTD. They make American handmade tough-as-nails laces in all kinds of colors and patterns for a reasonable price. I think you can agree as someone who really puts in the work the laces are often overlooked but critical and usually the first thing to fail. So I think not just yourself but a lot of people would appreciate or even be enlightened by a review of them or any heavy-duty laces brands or such. Just my two cents of course but thought I might as well throw out the idea. Thanks again for the videos and love the setup! Very Late Show vibes.

[@Bushradical]

I'm interested in the Builder pro and the urban logger.......Is the Urban logger as ruggedly built as the builder pro?

[@RiZenAsH]

I’m interested in the same two pair but just found out that I can get the builder pro with a 6 inch shank so that’s the pair I’m going to go with. I’m a truck driver and just want a good durable work boot that works in all climates but without the tall shank.

[@AcapRoseknightDrummer]

@@RiZenAsH Same here. Love the ruggedness of urban logger. but in the end, I just ordered my MTO builder pro. I asked for 8" and you can choose different leather for the upper part and lower part.

[@Lowsid3r]

Same build quality, A perfect one for me would be an 8 inch upper.

[@KyleMeyer949]

I believe the urban logger and builder pro are the same construction quality. The only difference is the urban logger comes in some 6 ounce leathers which they don’t offer the builder pro in. They only offer builder pros in there 8 ounce leather options

[@joelfigueroa1309]

Late to the party here but everything Nicks makes is overbuilt. I'm a whites boots guy but there's no denying nicks is just a step up in build. I just like the look of most whites better. That urban logger is gorgeous.

[@TheRealLOLExpress]

I do Pest/Termite Control as my job. So, walking on ALL KINDS of terrain is, basically, my job. Along with going into crawl spaces. I decided to get the Bison Builder Pros in Oxblood, Smooth/Rough-out config, and bought some Thursday logger boots in the meantime (one of their made in the USA line boots). Alongside some other boots from Thursday, and Redwing. However, The Thursdays made me more excited to get those Builder Pros! I think I've gone down the rabbit hole, and won't come out! xD

[@717UT]

I love the gatekeeping rant! No room for Macho crap is right! Good on you for saying it so dang well.

[@R3benga]

I'm with you man. These boots are designed and made for any one who has worked hard and can afford them regardless of profession, gender or any other difference

[@caligulajodorowsky]

2:50 I like this part. Although since I don't work in anything phisical I just stay away from certain footwear. I'd love to have a Logger though, but I can see that it's not the most ideal for a lot of walking in concrete which is what I do the most.

[@joshuaricks7882]

I got my very first pair of Nicks in a week ago, black waxed flesh and to me it’s definitely a casual boot, was a bear to break and still working on them but it’s a phenomenal boot, I am debating on getting the builder pros strictly for work 👍

[@Bearded360]

Gotta say I was surprised not to see you using the speed-lacing method. Great video as usual. Definitely a gateway drug.

[@CarlMurawski]

I only recently learned that method! Definitely feels like I've been missing out.

[@Bearded360]

Your dead on either way. The 10-inch is a process.

[@heikoweeres4500]

Hello Carl. I like your channel and your Boot Video very much. One of my special is this. Awesome Builder Pro Boots! It is possible, to describe your configuration for your style in this Nick‘s Boots ? I would like buy a couple. Thanks for your support 👍

[@andrewb8043]

103 guy? Great review, great boots. True mass style, no bs 💪🏼

[@DarkFire515]

Agree 100%. Once you have really good quality boots there's no going back to inferior pairs.

[@SgtPUSMC]

I bought my 10" Builder Pro's late last year. I work in IT so I don't wear them for work, but I wanted something that would support my very high arches while I work in my shop (woodworking and blacksmithing) in the evenings and weekends. I also do tree removal volunteer work after hurricanes/tornadoes in the Southeast and I got tired of dealing with cheap (or expensive) Chinese boots. The custom fit is absolutely the way to go. I had a couple of small issues with the boots they sent for fitting and when, at long last, I got my boots, those issues had been taken care of. The break-in was not that bad and it wasn't long before these became the most comfortable footwear I've ever owned. They are indeed a gateway drug. I now have a pair of Roberts and if I ever do wear either one out, I will be buying more.

[@wadepatton2433]

Wore my first pair of Nick's on the job today. I bought them in 2005, and they're still quite capable. I have other pairs now, but both my oldest pairs are still good-they could use tongue replacements, but have been resoled a time or two each. They've got some more life in 'em. Because I wear them so much it took about three years to break in my newest pair, but they're nearly fully broken-in now. I'm a surveyor and woodsman.

[@joshuarumsey2302]

I own three sets of nicks and whites. Nicks are just a little tougher than whites. Everything you say is spot on. honey vibrams are not great on ice or slick surfaces, but they are more shock absorbent. I have 6", 8", and 10" I would go with the 8 if I were to do it all again. My three boots are similar to yours, just different options on each of the choices. I would have gone rough out on my work boots. And you are exactly right, they are a gateway drug.

[@rickyrawlings1613]

Well done/said, Carl!! I purchased a pair of 9" Red Wing Loggermax boots for $239 about 10 days before making this comment. I saw them at my local Red Wing store and thought that they looked like a durable boot, that I could have resoled later down the road. I should mention that they were made in Vietnam. After about three serious wears (cutting I-beams with an angle grinder and cutoff wheel), the beautiful soft leather had a few serious cuts and gashes, however, my jeans were not affected. This is NOT what I was expecting from my first pair of Red Wings... . When it comes to high performance boots, I was ruined when I bought a pair of Italian made La Sportiva Nepal Evos (a $500 ice climbing boot). I use the Evos primarily for off-trail hiking/backpacking in the mountains in the the desert South West, in super-hot temperatures, where everything is jagged and brutal to anything that touches them. They're heavy, super-stiff, crazy comfortable, and 100% predictable in the worst of steep rock scree. I'm about to send them in for a second resoling ($100 with cobbler, Dave Page, in Seattle WA - one of the very best in the business). I'm the organizer of an outdoor adventure group that brings out all of the savages "hiding under the rocks" in the area. I see what new gear they're wearing on their feet about every six months - compared to my rock-solid three year old Evos. The Red Wings are going back, and I think I'm going to go with the Nicks after seeing this video. Take it from a guy who seriously beats the stuffing out of his boots... twice the price is something you'll soon forget about after the boots break you in. You'll especially appreciate the return on your investment after your first resoling.

[@AlexS-wv4ur]

Your comment about gateway boots is so freaking true. I started with a pair of Danner moc toe wedge boots for warehouse work. I know danner isnt great anymore but it was a gateway. I now own Whites, Wolverines, Red Wings, and am waiting for a good paycheck to get a pair of Nicks. I've also invested a ton of money into shoe trees, leather care products, and dove down the rabbit hole of good year welted heritage boots. Its a drug.

[@rebelreese5363]

Excellent video! I am definitely going to check into getting a pair of Nicks Boots. Thanks!

[@CarlMurawski]

They’re really top of the heap for work boots. Let me know if you get a pair!

[@AcapRoseknightDrummer]

watching this over and over again so that I didn't missed any important point for when my builder pro arrives.

[@ohiofjr]

Bought a pair of Builder Pros 2 years ago and found them to be the most comfortable boots I have ever worn. Bought a pair or Urban Loggers a year ago and love them as well. There just isn't a better boot out there. I see a new pair on the horizon only because you can't have too may pairs of Nick's Boots.

[@RiZenAsH]

A year after watching this video I finally broke down and ordered a pair of builder pros yesterday but was bit by the bug and ordered a pair of White’s moc toe boots also. I’m glad I waited though because they have that newer 1964 leather for them with the honey vibrim sole. I can’t wait for them to come in.

[@Loganedward29]

Just got my Builder pros today and have worn them 4 hours. Felt so good I did not want to take them off. Update. I have now had my Nicks for 6 months. Fully broke in. I wear them for everything. The smooth upper fits nicely under pants legs and the Vibram sole has little wear. I would have went with an 8 inch vs 10 but apart from that I would change nothing.

[@kennethlasseter9264]

On your rant at 2:20, I can understand where you are coming from, but I can also understand the other side of the argument. I've worked in the trades my whole life and I've spent years looking for the best boot for the money. I understand the importance of buying quality: I've tried all the big names, including the Nick's Builder Pros, but I've come to realize several things over the years, mainly, what works and what doesn't in a boot for me. I think its really important for the reviewers of these boots to understand not everyone works in the same environment, whether that makes me more "macho" because something doesn't work for me is up to you to decide. I work in rough, hard, dry terrain - not soft forests; I've learned to stay away from the crepe, blown sole of Thorogoods and Red Wings, because they melt in two months: In my experience, I try to buy boots with Vibrams, as I can get the longest life out of them. I never resole my boots - the uppers are too worn and dried out to make it worth it, but I am religious about cleaning and conditioning them. The Nick's Builder Pros lasted me about ten months, the roughout leather catches too much sand, calcium, and lime and dries them out, even when cleaning and conditioning them. The longest lasting pair of boots I've owned was a pair of Chippewa Made In the USA Logger boots, lasting over two years; the shortest lasting was a pair of Thorogood Emperor Safety Toes with a measly three months. I try to buy boots around the $200-250 range, because they generally last a year or so, spending any more than that and I seem to just waste money without getting any extra life out of them. I understand how hard it is to buy new boots when you actually work in them and rely on them to protect your feet. If you are buying a pair of Iron Rangers just to post a photo of them sitting on a crate to Instagram or Reddit, by all means, its your money, but don't mislead people by saying they will last you a decade when you don't work in them. I'm sorry if that offends somebody, but I think the best thing somebody can do when shopping for boots to work in is to really think what's realistic for them and their work environment, even ask guys you work with what their experience is! I greatly appreciate everyone who's busting ass in the trades (especially in this crisis!) and thank you Carl for your in depth reviews!

[@KeystoneOutdoorsman]

Im am Electrician as well. I had a pair of Red Wing dyna's for almost 3 years before they took a shit. I was recently put on a hospital expansion project for the next 2 years so I ordered a pair of wedge Thorogoods. Ill def. Consider Nicks in the future especially considering I have back issues and work long hours too.

[@BBC12oz]

Appreciated the review. Been working through the DIY sizing process this week. The price point is really all about mindset. I’ve been blessed or cursed, however you want to look at it, with fugal/tightwad mentality. I always think I have to justify everything to someone else. Usually it’s just the asshole in my own head. $500 - $600 for work boots just mentally exceeds the benchmark, again for the idiots that live in our heads. Price per wear is absolutely the measure. Orthotics can cost over $600 alone. Not to mention chiropractic care. Heck I don’t know about you but our weekly grocery bill is over $300 and that one use. We spend $500 on a lot things. No guilt. I’m placing my order today.

[@deanfarnsworth6617]

I can’t wait to get a pair of these! Been dreaming of getting some for years now