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[@RoseAnvil]

Get some of the best boots in the world here while they are on sale for $60 off til the end of May! - nicksboots.com/builderpro-60th-anniversary/

[@TomMcDonaldatYahooDotCom]

Do you offer Police style boots ??

[@magnilan]

I can't get into the website. Is it US only?

[@keturahspencer1211]

I'm glad to see the munson last being more widely used. I actually think it looks better. I also have extra wide feet.

[@aurtisanminer2827]

Me too. I wish they had a safety toe that matched this last.

[@sinisterthoughts2896]

Same on both accounts.

[@TheEldestScroll]

I got a pair of these in the exact configuration a few months ago and they're the most comfortable piece of footwear I've ever put on. I'm a mechanic and while a wedge sole may be more ideal for the hangar floor, the arch support you get with these makes even standing on flat surfaces more comfortable than anything else I've experienced for 12 hours at a time. For anyone thinking of getting a pair, I followed Nicks sizing guide and the fit was perfect. Surprisingly snug around the middle of the foot, but I've really come to appreciate that support and my toes have the perfect amount of room. The 1964 leather breaks in real nice and has only looked better and better over time. I'm in no hurry to take them off even after a long shift.

[@UTAH_BLANE]

sure you did

[@NickyB0718]

@@UTAH_BLANElol pretty possible that he did… they’re not unattainable. Also in a grand scheme to turn a profit, Nick’s probably made more than the one pair featured in this video…

[@sinisterthoughts2896]

​@@UTAH_BLANE why doubt it? Nick's sells boots, and it's a last they have had fir a long time. And this is a high end boot channel, so is likely to be viewed by people interested in and who get nice boots.

[@TheEldestScroll]

@@NickyB0718 to add to the not unattainable point, it's worth noting that this boot is on Nick's quick ship page. For a lot of Nick's you have to wait 4 months to even a year, but I got mine in the mail after I think it was 6 weeks. I think right now quick ships are around 8 weeks, probably due to fire season picking up.

[@NickyB0718]

@@TheEldestScrollabsolutely, yea quick ship isn’t “that” quick lol, but it’s quicker than the standard waiting period. I suppose they can only make so many boots at a time. Quickest I’ve had was about 3 weeks from the trades program they offer.

[@lyfandeth]

It actually hurt to see that boot cut in half.

[@angellover02171]

It's for the best. We can learn so much

[@noone3734]

@@angellover02171 We learned nothing from those boots being cut in half. How many pairs of Nicks has he cut in half? We've known what's in them for a long time. It's just wasteful at this point.

[@bassplayer2011ify]

@@noone3734 That's how Weston built this channel was cutting boots in half. Also I could be wrong but I believe in the past he has mentioned that one of the conditions of getting a review pair is that he cuts them in half.

[@noone3734]

@@bassplayer2011ify Whether it's Weston or the boot company, cutting them in half is getting annoying when we already know what's inside them, it's wasteful

[@bensmith4563]

​@noone3734 it's far less wasteful than alot of things that happen

[@bigmoe-specialtylandservic6106]

Thanks for getting straight to the content without wasting our time with BS intros. Great job.

[@lizcademy4809]

If you're not watching Nicole Rudolph's channel, this wees's video is a good one to watch. She's a shoemaker, specializing in historical shoes. Ever wonder why shoes from the 1800s look so tiny? She has a video about that. Today's episode is all about foot shapes and how that affects the best shoe types for your feet.

[@carried441]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@omniscientgrunk]

Great looking boot. I retired some 5 years ago and wish I had seen videos like these before buying boots. I worked in construction for more than 40 years and am still dropping pine trees in the yard (20- 40 foot trees so far this year) and have three pairs of boots to wear out so maybe I'll need another pair ? Idk. 64 years old now but still moving like 40. thanks for the video. Peace

[@jackcanada6082]

Really enjoy these videos but finally had to comment about how much the name of the last makes me smile. When I was a kid I was a NY Yankees fan and whoever decided to name the modified Munson last the Thurman has a sense of humor and a good memory. Thanks for the smile.

[@DoeBoy999]

The history is just so good to hear. I don’t even wear boots that often and I find it quite fascinating the depth which they want on that Munson last. The build quality in those nicks boots would last me 20 years since I am not in the trades.

[@brunonjezic6208]

Munson's book is really well written. I recommend it to enthusiasts

[@AliceBowie]

Hey Weston, please do a video on the Egyptian, Roman, and Greek foot types, and what shoes are better for different feet. I thoight of this because the foot you showed in the video had a longer big toe, and my feet have the middle toe longer than the big toe.

[@stevenwilder9989]

@AliceBowie- do you by chance have the Greek foot type?

[@uncleKai_SWW]

These types of boots that are built like this would be good for oil rig work. Just preferably without laces (Wellington /pullon) and a shorter heel. No matter what boot we buy, they get tore up fairly quickly if you are working.. 🤧. We like the wider toe box, that should be an industry standard.

[@sinisterthoughts2896]

The wellington can't give the ankle support these kinds of boots are designed for.

[@uncleKai_SWW]

@@sinisterthoughts2896 laces are dangerous for us, they get soaked in oil, mud water or other chemicals and it’s a bother also. Yes I know there are Boot B*** boots, they all are mostly the same. Ariat does now make a Wellington with a BOA system, I may try that. Just hopefully the sole in the front won’t peel apart in a few months from kicking slips or something.

[@dirtyblueshirt]

Nicks has safety toe Wellington and Chelsea boots

[@kevingipe8242]

Check out their tanker boots

[@AA-dq5uo]

I think the shape looks great! The more comfortable it looks shape wise the better it looks as well

[@darrenhall7454]

Amazing video! It’s so incredibly interesting the history of footwear. I find it fascinating. You’ve inspired me to find out more.

[@GRice999]

@ 7:15 . . . "Thurman Munson inspired last . . ." Lol. Thurman Munson was the catcher for the Yankees in the '70s.

[@davidsauls9542]

We covered that army manual in medical school while studying the foot. Thank you for reminding me. I am always happy to learn how smart and driven to learn those people were. Now, not so much. You however, always seem eager to learn !!! and teach !

[@Lakoda26]

This is the video I didnt know I needed. Excellent job!!

[@sinakaedwards2009]

Almost a million subscribers. Your channel deserves it.

[@Georgiaguntraining]

I feel a bit better knowing there are at least a million fools as crazy as I am...

[@KD-lq1sr]

Long ago I gave up on logger style boots and have worn the Danner Quarry for 10 years and loved them. These boots look to offer the same advantages of that wide last and low, wide heel in a more durable construction.

[@andybrooks4070]

I wish some company would come out with a safety toe for the munson last

[@stevenwilder9989]

Love this channel. FINALLY remembered to subscribe!😂

[@brewcity2317]

Great review

[@CoachTylerJohnston]

Impressive history! It's amazing that although medicine has changed so much over the years, we have had the blueprint for healthy shoes for over 100 years now!

[@Traderjoe]

I had a pair of Corcoran Jump Boots from the late 90’s. They were made with this last. They were amazing. Sadly I live in a basement and hadn’t worn them for a few years and they got moldy and I threw them out. I wear certain Keens now that have a very similar shape and am very happy with them.

[@Unicorn161]

Same. Too bad Corcoran has lowered their quality and upped the prices. Keen are good, but I wish they could be resoled to make them last longer. They are the best fitting hiking boots and shoes I've worn.

[@Totemparadox]

​@@Unicorn161If you want quality jump boots. Look up At The Front and SM Wholesale. ATF jump boots are no longer made but they'll maybe be back next year but they won't be US made. SMW makes their boots in Mexico.

[@splashpit]

I have the same and they are my go too boots when I ride my motorbike

[@Steve-nu9op]

love your vids!!!

[@ziploc53]

I got builder pro boots as my first pair of Nick’s. I love this boot. Also I got mine custom made for my foot. My boots are sewn all the way through the rubber.

[@CinkSVideo]

Love the history of these!!

[@Midnightrider1177]

Just received these exact boots in a different leather, but AMAZING for us wide footed folk.

[@victorkreig6089]

Tell me everything I am cursed with EEEE

[@deanofthequeer]

1:10 I recommend watch Nicole Rudolph's video about historical shoe making. The "doll" shape is actually no more comfortable or uncomfortable than we would classify sneakers or boots today.

[@yltf]

Как же долго я ждал таких ботинок- широких и анатомичных, которые не отклоняют палец. И с учётом того, как они сделали, мне хватило бы их лет на 15-20. К сожалению только, я не могу их себе позволить за такую стоимость, и их невозможно заказать в Россию. В остальном, они для меня просто идеальны.

[@monomarino5349]

Nice comment.

[@Georgiaguntraining]

I just got my Wesco ND3's a week or so ago. Have worn them literally all day every day since. They started real stiff, sure, but they are COMFORTABLE. I am very impressed with Nicks. Thanks for getting me hooked, darn it. I also got a pair of Wesco Black Bear collab (after a 19 month wait) and they are also pretty amazing. They were done with the optional custom measurements and frankly, fit no better than the Nicks 13 narrow standard for me. Two killer products, and you are totally to blame. Thanks!!!

[@404-Error-Not-Found]

Yeah I'm buying these right now.

[@Rb889]

I'd like to see Franks Rainiers made on the 55 Thurman last, it's surprising that only one PNW outfit makes a high arch last on a wedge sole.

[@ShutUpBubi]

I've wanted a Munson Last pair for a good minute now honestly

[@zachtan]

Munson and the Shoe Board sounds like and amazing band name

[@bronco1199]

"The great toe" love it

[@wompa70]

I bet someone could make custom shoes today for a “not stupid” price. Laser scan your feet and mold a plastic last. Chances are it’ll be close enough to regular sizes that you could still use standard patterns to cut the material. Levi’s did that for a while. It was like 30 or 40 bucks more than regular. Shoes would be more that than extra, for sure. Might be worth it, though.

[@notnoaintno5134]

I would buy a nice pair of boots if my feet weren't so damn big and wide

[@sinisterthoughts2896]

​@@notnoaintno5134 the struggle is real. Mine are wide with a lot of arch. And if it doesn't get supported I quickly get to where I can't walk.

[@jeffmiller3150]

​@@notnoaintno5134Nick's (and others) can fit you precisely!

[@NJ-wb1cz]

​@@sinisterthoughts2896 the arch is supposed to support you, you shouldn't need a shoe to support the arch. Maybe you can instead retrain your feet to be self-supporting?

[@alpineflauge909]

world class content

[@jake1021]

I am so damn stoked to get my bear slayers, will be my first pair of pnw style boots

[@matthewf1979]

I love my Nick’s boots! It kinda hurt seeing these cut up.

[@misteral9045]

I know it's just the intro, but water and wind wheels would like to have to have a word with you about "the first automation." You think farmers have been grinding grain by hand until the 1700's? Lol, said the Frog. Lmao.

[@jengles2545]

Bandsaw said it all

[@sharpsm1859]

Dude. THURMAN Munson was a ballplayer. LYMAN Munson was the the boot guy .

[@5skov]

the name of the foot analog is the "læst", from anglo saxan. Sneaking is still called "liste" in Denmark

[@RichardGilbert2727]

Fascinating history! If you google the book title and Munson, it is available as a free pdf download from the Library of Congress.

[@kkkk-wg6je]

I’m ready to buy my first pair of Nicks but I’m torn between the builder pro and the overlander. Suggestions?

[@tannerevans3056]

I’ve got some of these heading to me here in a few weeks and I’m very excited for them. I’ve gone down the more wide and “barefoot” path the path few years, and as soon as I saw these drop with the wider toe box and Munson last I ordered em.

[@Totemparadox]

The munson last makes a huge difference. I sold my HNW last Nicks and I now only wear munson lasted double buckle boots.

[@eoghanhennessy15]

How do you find the addition of arch support? I have a low arch and typically find this to be too high in anything other than barefoot styles

[@RP-ks6ly]

I love my Redwing 899s built on the munson last, comfortable, and my feet are indestructible in them.... unfortunately, they aren't made any longer.

[@MarioGoatse]

For what you get, $589 isn't very expensive. Nike sells some of their sports shoes for 250-300

[@readyme]

I want a pair of FD boots in this more comfortable last.

[@InGrindWeCrust2010]

The Munson shaped lasts are cool, but they're not the end-all. Too many of them still have too steep of an angle on the small outside toes. I'm interested in the White's Swing Last where it actually curves out further on that side. Tried Munson. Bzzt. Next order will be on the 11067 last in a wide size. I prefer more vertical room in the toe box, too.

[@joeholm4591]

Also, because of industrialization in warfare, we now have general sizing of Small, Medium and Large. Uniforms had been made for the soldier up til Civil War (?) Too many troops made it necessary to generalize sizes.

[@starkparker16]

Heck to the yeah

[@WiekingderViking]

NEAT HISTORY!

[@DevonScott-cr1ij]

I would love for you to take a look at Canada West Boots (:

[@Floydrose335]

@RoseAnvil Can you do Hondo boots? They say that they are a boot that is only made of leather (i'm assuming aside form the steel shank) and they are built for actual cowboy work. Thanks!

[@Schmidt54]

it would be awesome if you coulkd get your hand on current German army issue boots. They are very good and very comfortable, absolutely great boots

[@pherble]

Munson's book is available on Amazon and other book sellers.

[@mr.nonamanadus4463]

Any recommendations for walking on cement with plantar fasciitis? $700 orthotics don't seem to cut the mustard. So far, Sketchers with $74 inserts are the best.

[@brunonjezic6208]

I really hope you do a russet shoe at some point

[@szbyzan]

I love my builder pros

[@GreenBlueWalkthrough]

Great video! I wonder why they didn't name it Tactical Pro? Like it comes in 8 inch black and tan why not market it for modern US milltary? Which under $600 is not that bad expensive yes but not that bad... Anyway great looking and tactical boots may buy one day as I need all the confort I can get and I never could wear pointy shoes only wide ones.Edit: I Just looked and they do have a milltay section so why is this in in that?

[@picklediddy]

good vid

[@barneyfyfe8313]

They remind me of WW2 Jump Boots.

[@SayImbaPls]

Can you make a review on Clarks Tor Run?

[@AlvB218]

I'd love to see a cut in half Lunghags boots. Think the Swedish military boot, but new, with different technologies and such

[@johnvelas70]

Are they handwelted, McKay stitched, or naildown?

[@FaithLikeAMustardSeed]

So you are literally standing on nails? How can the leather conform to your foot when there are nails all the way to the surface of the insole?

[@Rb889]

The nails don't go all the way through in the center where your foot is, (And where the leather slowly conforms to your foot) they're usually around the edges of the boot and in the heel stack. There's a small leather slip sole glued inside that covers the heel and arch, and also covers the nails in those areas. But even when you can see them, you can't feel them, not even after five years of wear.

[@AveryH7]

He explains it quickly in the video, but the nails get clinched, or bent away from your foot, as they're hammered in. The nails used through the boot apart from the heel are thin and maleable enough that they will also bend as the leather is compressed. The thickest nails are in the heel where the most leather is. The only reason a nail there would poke out is if someone royally fucked up which happens unfortunately. Nailed in soles will have an additional layer of leather glued in along the heel or along the entirety of the foot bed depending on the maker. Heritage boots were originally full nail down construction due to the leather thickness but as sowing machines became more advanced sowing them became more popular. With as good as glues are these days the nails anywhere besides the heels are pretty pointless when used with stitches. I like the redundancy of tools to keep the sole together so I don't really mind how little of a difference in durability they actually make. The screws are also pretty pointless but they look cool.

[@jimmyjames2022]

One Nick's Boots BuilderPro ruins band saw blade for good. Need a 'blade rating' for the boots.

[@dontorres2055]

I own 30 pairs of boots Vibergs Redwings JK's Oakstreet Grant Stones Role Clubs Parkhurst and Nicks. The BuilderPro is my most comfortable toughest boot I own hands down. When I am heading out for hard jobs or long overland jeep trips where I'll be facing unknown conditions it's the Builder Pros I grab without hesitation. I had Jk's in Bison that i sold off because I couldn't keep looking down at that fat waited bulbous toe'd boot and the comfort just didn't even compare. The Vibergs and Role clubs are great boots but arent as hardy and really just my going out boots. The rewings rarely get worn the others are just in line...if you want the best boots built from a company using only the best boot leather on the market it's the BP. Nicks uses only the best cuts verses Jk that will use less cuts to squeeze more boots out of one hide. I wouldn't want to get that lesser cut leather would you?

[@k9six185]

I cried when you cut them in half

[@bonespur2728]

when i bought my boots for wildland fire i went with JKs. I have a slightly wide foot and walked out the door with a 7ee, not the 9 i usually wear or the 10 they recommended. I can’t figure out why people buy such narrow boots and then upsize to fit the ball of their foot. I guess this is why.

[@herrent]

Whats a good boot for a high arch?

[@Benjamin-kn7xf]

Nice! Any other shoe- or boot-makers that use Munson (inspired) lasts today?? 👞

[@davebrune4001]

Jim Green and Courtney both out of Africa..I have the Courtney Selous and find them to be outstanding in all regards..

[@williamcurry3318]

Whites has been using a Munson last for years before nicks ever thought about it.

[@robklein82]

Seems like a crime to destroy a pair of these boots

[@b20schill]

Corcoran boots still got it.

[@g1mpster]

4:02 did I miss some of the “really good reasons” for a narrower last or is it just about the aesthetics? There’s a very brief mention 9:35 of the need for a “more anatomical last” as the boots became more widely used, but I thought the Munson last was the more anatomical boot…I’m confused by the explanation.

[@johnnyhorizon8368]

I was wondering the same thing. Did I miss something? Have worn Nick’s Hotshots & Alaska Tundra (64 last) in the past.

[@alexfish3120]

Are there specialists who make personlized lasts nowadays?

[@fredsvlogandreviews5867]

Yay a video with out the sports, I hate sports.

[@tutnallman]

The British army had some appalling boots 1960-1985 which caused much misery.

[@tomgnyc]

Looks like the other boot makers got Munsoned.

[@nodescriptionavailable3842]

And rent is due my brotha!

[@SkylerKing]

I've never heard any good explanation for why this style of boot is essentially shaped like high heels for men. I'm not trying to be funny, either. I personally wear barefoot style shoes most often, but I wear Red Wings at for work or in the shop. I understand some of the benefits from a thick sole, for example. I have also read (and believe) that a raised space between the heel and mid foot helped capture the stirrup on a saddle when riding (more important long ago, obviously). I have even heard some decent arguments for why the boot goes half way to the knees (though those arguments aren't great and have some pretty obvious flaws). But I have never heard a single good argument for why these logger style boots require such a ridiculously high heel. Anytime I have heard a boot expert offer an explanation, it's not really an explanation at all. It's a very quick, vague sentence along the lines of "well, obviously the heels have to be high because... you know... these are used for logging" and then they move on. They offer no explanation for why logging requires such high heels. To me, it just looks goofy. I would actually be embarrassed to wear boots like this. I would just assume that anyone who saw them was thinking that I was either a crossdresser or that I had some crippling insecurities about my height and was desperately trying to look taller.

[@DuckcuD]

mainly tradition, but there is some benefit for walking up and down steep inclines. the raised heel means that you have a less extreme bend in your ankle when walking directly uphill and also provides more of a hard stop when travelling down or over rough terrain but I agree, I think it looks goofy and would love it if there were more of this style of boot with a less extreme heel

[@johnnyhorizon8368]

@@DuckcuD U are essentially correct with ur reply as to why the logger heel. Retired wildland firefighter here. The logger heel makes it easier to walk up AND down steep slopes by giving ur heel a little lift. I had both flatter heeled boots & “logger lift” boots. The flat heel boots I used for fires in flat ground (plains, marshes, tundra) but would use my “lifted” boots if I had a fire assignment on steep mountainous areas.

[@jaemane1]

Please cut apart the Oak Street Bootmaker’s Trench Boot and a pair of Truman Boots!

[@Totemparadox]

I second this.

[@user-ho4rv6kg8u]

Sievi boots from Finland

[@ABD5667]

Personally I like the look of these boots. But I guess each person has their own preferences

[@Sourpusscandy]

8:35 why you make it so short?

[@Bayville90]

When will the other PNW boot companies offer this last? And who will be the first to incorporate a safety toe option?

[@WPive]

One question I can’t wrap my mind around: are Builer Pros on HNW different from Overlander in any way?

[@disoldsoul]

Overlander is 8”. The BP is 10”.

[@johnmcclelndon7641]

My feet are with I can't wear boots with beaded welts and I like the Munson lasts I wear corcharan

[@SnailHatan]

Goddamn that title gave me a stroke

[@robertedwards1240]

Man, it hurts to see you take a razor knife to that boot.

[@PlMPinDlSTRESS]

I don’t think you can get composite or steel toe in this last I tried to order it and it wouldn’t let me unless I am mistaken

[@Totemparadox]

Correct, you cannot.

[@bildo99ify]

All I can notice from that cross section is the nail sticking up (down) into the insole. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@ya-silly-goose623]

I bought a simple pair of delta arch 3/4 length leather insoles from then, and they can't even get that right. The first pair was completely uneven in thickness between left and right. Second pair, the ach nubs were so different in placement, had to get a correction pair again. Third try, they sent me a pair that's an entire sizing group above mine! Waiting on a fourth attempt right now. At this point, I would expect nothing less than the owner or someone of relevant stature to do the job instead of whatever John Jacob Jingleheimer-Schmidt fool was making my pairs previously. If they can't get insoles right, how am I supposed to trust their pair of boots to even pass as mediocre? And you sell "Sneakers Made Using Good S***" but all they really are is a pair of second rate Horween Converse sneakers. For a simple example, an actual quality sneaker would start with a real crepe sole or something better than cheap vulcanized flubber. And don't say they are made using bootmaking methods, that's obviously incredibly inaccurate. Use previous example for reference.

[@lakinnenlako6883]

Love the looks and robustness but these nails like the one at 8:49 bother me. Too close to the foot IMO.

[@GLAJMAN]

You don't skip leg day with this boot.

[@Totemparadox]

As a person who's owned these boots, you actually do. These are so supportive that using them for extended periods will lead to your feet becoming weaker. I'm not saying to not wear these, absolutely wear these, a lot. But remember to also walk, run, climb, etc. barefeet or close to that.

[@ben23232]

I just put my Nicks up for sale because they were crushing my toes together too much. I need the Thurman last, or an even bigger toe box, even though I wear a B width. Meanwhile, I have some barefoot african rangers on the way. ;-)

[@Totemparadox]

Same story here. I'm a 9.5B on Brannock and I needed a D width munson boot. Best purchase I've made.

[@richardlapham558]

I have an idea for a video: How hot does it get in a pair of boots?

[@mrchor5389]

Nick just started this last and doing all these commercials to promote they are the best in the industry. White has used their wide last called swing last for those with wider fore foot long before you born.