A TANKER BOOT Worth Buying? | Nicks' Vintage Tanker Boots

[@CarlMurawski]

Get yours here: bit.ly/3vmkVly

[@emmanuelawosusi3276]

Will nicks boots make a pull on/cowboy style boot for wild land firefighting ?

[@bobjohnson6321]

just got these boots in the mail yesterday. they really are awesome. they are stunning, easy to toss on, and did not seem to give me any break in pain so far. they look very unique and i really like the half sole combo. only drawback was the nearly 9 month delivery time. very tough to be patient.

[@k.b.o.7514]

Agreed, worth the wait of 9+ months, awesome piece of kit!

[@wyeastor]

Took about nine months, but today I received my boots! Amazing quality and fit. I keep looking at them and can't believe they are sitting in my house! What a great collaboration, well done!

[@compromisedmission]

Just scrolling through Nicks updated ready to ship list and what did I 👀 in my size!!! The Carl Murawski Tanker Boot! Being a retired 19K Tanker it was a no Brainer! Bought them instantly and can't wait to put them on and do some pivot spins!

[@ryano8982]

I missed ordering these when you first put this video out. Then last week I was browsing Nick's ready to ship section and lo and behold a pair of factory second Vintage Tanker with the Biltrite soles in my size and width. The right boots counter is sown a tiny bit higher than the left. You can only tell by holding the 2 boots together and bring them to eye level and inspect them. I was pretty excited.

[@SUP3Rnocturn]

I wish I was in a position to get these. They look rocking

[@CarlMurawski]

For sure dude, and they’ll look even better with some wear!

[@AlmostLakai94]

Ditto

[@lrlevy]

For $650 I think I’d go with Roll Club. Also you can’t return these if you don’t like them.( I think)

[@cdakskid]

@@lrlevy Role Club doesn't have a similar boot and would cost 3 times the amount with a wait time of 3 years, give or take. That being said, I would absolutely love to have a tanker boot by Role Club!!

[@lrlevy]

@@cdakskid that was my point. I think Brian has higher quality. But your point about the wait time and the fact that he doesn’t have a tanker is very true.

[@roycelabor4339]

Thanks for the great review Carl! I'm a retired U.S. Army tanker vet (22 years) and my old tanker boots have "shrunk" in the closet and am really missing them. I'll definitely check out Nick's!

[@coryshook7648]

They look like a modern day motorcycle boot and I think they look super fantastic

[@nlibby.268]

Love the history of the tanker boots. If Nicks made a good engineer boot I think I’d get them. Finishing on these tankers looks really well done, they probably had their very best make them knowing you’d go over them in detail. I really like those soles. Great video Carl!!!

[@CarlMurawski]

I always wonder that when I order products. Do they kinda put their A team on it because I’ll be making a video? I’m really not sure.

[@nlibby.268]

I’m sure they do some extra QC, Nicks does make a fine product however. I love that they did another collaboration with you, you for sure have helped them gain notoriety.

[@calebaranzubia5707]

I have a base pair of hotshots ,and everything on them is perfect. No slop .

[@sackman1886]

The CXL that Nicks uses is next level. I have brown CXL Robert boots. I've been wearing them 2-4 times/week for over 6 months, and they still look brand new. Incredible boots. The build in this video is insane! Love the black, but the sole option is (chef's kiss) perfect on this boot.

[@CobaltPuyallup]

Those tanker Pros have been on a tab open on the browser for months. But they looked just a little bulky, this is a piece of art, I snapped a pair up, nice assist Sir!! I have the Cats Paw on a pair of Noah Waxman shearling lined Engineer Boots, even the foot bed is lined in shearling, above a full veg tan sole, those boots are beyond comfortable, I can't wait to break in these.

[@BryanSanchez-gw2ir]

Thank you so much for posting videos like this keep them coming

[@alainorozco8032]

I used your link to snag a pair in brown cxl. This will be first Nick’s boot, really excited about it. Thanks for the review!

[@CarlMurawski]

Awesome! You’re gonna love them.

[@wyeastor]

Just ordered them! What an amazing boot, can't wait to get them on my feet!!!

[@emmanuelawosusi3276]

do they have the special sole

[@wyeastor]

They have the Biltrite Cat's Paw, they have the Tanker boot you can build but it doesn't have this option. You go to Collaborations tab and you will see the limited edition there.

[@emmanuelawosusi3276]

@@wyeastor thank you

[@alainorozco8032]

Finally here! The boots are fantastic and I can’t wait to beat the hell out of them. The moment I put them on, I got John Lofgren Engineer vibes. A bit tough to get on(not crazy tough), but once they’re on, a great fit and feel. I got them in the brown chromexcel.

[@wyeastor]

So I have had the boots for seven months now. It took a long time to break them in. I would wear them for a short time then change. In the last month they have really become comfortable. This was my first pair of expensive boots and it was worth it. Now that they are broken in I would never go back to a cheaper boot. Also the comments I get from people is really surprising. Every time I wear them someone asks about them and tells me how they are a sharp looking boot.

[@0f556]

Just discovered your channel, Carl. Digging the vibe. Ordered a pair; it will be my second pair of Nicks. It'll be a long wait...

[@xc8487]

The 2-1-3 lacing for the BPs keeps your heel locked in while allowing more front flex.

[@mactravelandfinance]

Nailed it on the hat. This is the day we’ve all been waiting for. Congrats!

[@CarlMurawski]

At long last!

[@1mooseman]

Can you make a short video on how to put on tanker boots? It’s a little confusing with straps and buckles going everywhere. Thanks!

[@bipolargods509]

I love Nick's! I'm totally biased because I live here in Spokane, but it's hard to compare the level of quality and craftsmanship. Even to White's, which I've owned a pair but wouldn't recommend, doesn't live up to what Nick's can do. Very privileged to have them in my backyard.

[@marchveris]

These are beautiful. My next boots will be this whenever that will be.

[@CarlMurawski]

Well the CM configuration as you see it here is limited to 100 pairs, so better act fast!

[@MrMark-hm9lk]

As a former 19k I really appreciate and love these boots

[@thayne559]

Their site says its a limited 100 pair run. I have the Nick's Officer boot in the same leather and it does look really cool as it patina's

[@CarlMurawski]

Well this particular configuration is limited to 100 pairs.

[@roepetoepa]

Are these made on the HNW last or the 55 last? Thinking of getting a pair of these and love your exact setup

[@TommyNitro]

Have you looked at JK boots? The O.T is one I’m interested in. 8 oz leather. But the mid sole is feathered at the ball of the foot to save weight and give some flexibility. I like the concept of lighter, more flexible hikers. I don’t like the cheap production of many of them. It seems a good compromise.

[@sweetdrahthaar7951]

I appreciate every video you post for us Carl. 👍🏻

[@CarlMurawski]

Well I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment! You're awesome!

[@krazmokramer]

First Nick's boot I have considered buying! Nice job, Carl!

[@CarlMurawski]

Very cool, thank you!!!

[@osbaldohernandez9174]

Im a welder and would like some in all black for work but also to wear in general and those boots are good but I struggle to find a size

[@scoopdedoop2673]

tomorrow getting my Nicks urban loggers, ordered these from watching your vids. thanks

[@CarlMurawski]

You’ll love them! Did you get the waxed flesh?

[@scoopdedoop2673]

@@CarlMurawski rough cut walnut, 8 "

[@ap3montes739]

They look pretty cool. I'd like if they made like "half-boots" (I don't know how they are called in English, but it's like in-between a regular shoe and a boot). One with a leather sole would be great for drumming and general use.

[@CarlMurawski]

I agree, though I usually play drums barefoot or with wrestling shoes.

[@lucaswhite3850]

Snagged a pair. When I used your link they didnt give an option for the soles, only the leather choices. So hopefully they default to the cats paw sole shown here in the video. Awesome boots brother

[@lucaswhite3850]

@Lazlo King they will but wont see them for awhile yet

[@jesusduarte1271]

Did you receive these boots yet?

[@lucaswhite3850]

@@jesusduarte1271 I changed the order while back to a different style boot. So no

[@jesusduarte1271]

@@lucaswhite3850 it already has been 8 months and no word yet. It does not even show up in my account but still have email receipts. I dont know anyone besides Carl who has gotten these boots.

[@lucaswhite3850]

@@jesusduarte1271 I wouldn’t fear. Call the shop and ask the status. They are awesome people in the shop and customer service is always great in my experience.

[@xxflamezxx1able]

Carl great video as always. These look so unique and amazing. I want to get my first pair of Nicks but I want a more casual / “Heritage” boot since I live in NYC, would you recommend the officer boot ? That’s the boot I’ve been looking at

[@CarlMurawski]

That’s a nice sleek boot for sure. Walking the concrete jungle all day though, that heel can be a bit stiff. When I go to NYC for the day I’ll usually rock a wedge sole.

[@df540148]

Anything in their heritage lineup would do just fine. You can always switch up the sole so it's not a beefy V100. I'm pumped for my Roberts to arrive soon and I'm in an urban environment too.

[@strengthandbulkMadness]

The problem with Nick's is no half sole option and not too stylish; geared mostly for a work. I would go with White's instead. Something built with a Vibram 700 half sole or similar for the most comfort as well as heavily built.

[@trendkill841]

the most beautiful boot i have ever seen. I hate nicks full sole. I went with a pair of Iron rangers because of that. I really wanted a pair of nicks and now I can get one!

[@CarlMurawski]

The half sole is a must have for any casual boot in my opinion!

[@shadhutchison6578]

Awesome looking boots!

[@luisrios3446]

Those boots look awesome!!

[@erickirn622]

And here I am watching another Carl M. video while wearing my Nick's/Carl W. Bison limited edition boots!! $650.00 is a little steep, but you get what you pay for!! The wait time always kill me with a Nick's boot! 16 to 20 weeks.. How are your Bison's holding up Carl? Mine just get better with wear! They still don't match, but that gives them some character!! haha.

[@StolenAlias]

My man, you need to do some shots of the boots on your feet. Please.

[@CarlMurawski]

I definitely neglected to get those. I never understood why people like to see those though. Does it help you kinda picture how they’ll look?

[@StolenAlias]

@@CarlMurawski yeah pretty much. For me at least. It helps to see how they sit when worn as well as what kind of pants they could go with.

[@kevinvandevender9014]

@@CarlMurawski I find that it does!

[@CarlMurawski]

@@StolenAlias got it! I’ll make sure to include those in the future. Thanks for the help!

[@CarlMurawski]

@@kevinvandevender9014 cool, much appreciated!

[@user-MrKips]

Dang, what an impressive take on the tanker boots! Lol but my budget won't allow me getting them. Got the Builder pros couple months back.

[@CarlMurawski]

The Builder Pros are fantastic!

[@richardodouglin3855]

Hey I’d like to avoid heel slip. So I’m wondering if I should go with my normal lace up nicks boots size or go an extra half size down from that? What did you do for sizing? Did you go with your normal nicks lace up size?

[@_Hound_]

I've been thinking about these boots all day now, and am wondering how to style them. Maybe a dickies work shirt, but which kind of pants, and which colors of each?

[@nysoomin]

Hi, Just wondering if you got these boots with a celastic or soft toe. Thanks!

[@arghjayem]

Anyone else wondering what these would look like in roughout leather? Or with a V100 sole instead? Basically a shorter Tanker Pro.

[@CarlMurawski]

That would be sweeeeeet

[@sntmdsa3628]

Do tanker boots come in steel toe?

[@almog3875]

Success! Hat mission is completed. Made me giggle every time you missed lol

[@CarlMurawski]

Finally!!! You know that’s not gonna happen again 😂

[@bigchungus920]

My foot will probably still keep growing so I'll wait till I turn 18. Hopefully they keep this design but if not Nick's still has a vast selection to pick from

[@CarlMurawski]

For sure!

[@TheSynchronizer]

Just placed an order on these

[@CarlMurawski]

Awesome!!!

[@christopherdalley411]

How do Nick's Tanker boots handle water? I've had Tony Lama, Lucchesse, and Anderson Bean and I work out doors a lot and after a number of rains the soles keep coming apart. So I'm looking to switch to this next boot. Help me out here, please.

[@JoeArmo]

Hi Carl! Been watching your channel for a while. Thank you for your insights! I saw these when I was searching for Cats Paw replacement soles for my White's MP Boots. Question: where can one find Biltrite's Cat Paw heels in a reproduction??????? You said that repros are out there? Also, I've been looking for high quality tankers boots for years. I am a former US Army Tanker. I lived in a series of tankers boots for years. I am ordering the Tankerpro - Nicks X Carl Murawski - Limited Editions right now. Pretty cool they names them after you!

[@a.l.newsome7395]

Nice looking boots 🥾 Good video 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@CarlMurawski]

Glad you like them!

[@michaeljohnston4167]

Noooo way they did original cats paw!!!! That is awesome! Those soles in itself are worth getting the boots.... man im gonna have to refrain from ordering lol but boy do I want to pull the trigger 😂😥

[@CarlMurawski]

Pretty damned cool right??

[@thatguy0597]

My friends call Corcoran tanker boots, “tactical goth boots” not as nice as the nick’s boots but they are great

[@splashpit]

I think they were actually “Jump Boots “ used for parachuting soldiers in WW2.

[@ZiGGY636]

@@splashpit Corcoran makes jump boots as well as tanker boots.

[@splashpit]

@@ZiGGY636 ok , thanks for the correction.

[@carminuccio05]

Carl what do you suggest for the color on these? I have an order in in black but so on the fence to change to British tan.

[@CarlMurawski]

Well I’m not a huge fan of black boots to be fair, but I like the idea of these being teacore. Still, I think that British tan is damn fine!

[@mikeogden5256]

I love it

[@theunityofknowledge2887]

Those are beautiful. God damn.

[@CarlMurawski]

I agree!

[@creativename2655]

im torn between 10inch and 8 inch tanker boots. whats your opinion and recommendation?

[@CarlMurawski]

Personally I prefer the 8" to the 10". You still get plenty of protection but they're easier to wear overall.

[@paulafigueroa1573]

I loved 🥰 the segment, also those beautiful 🤩 boots 🥾 I just crave them. Thanks for your work. See you around in your videos.

[@CarlMurawski]

You can count on it!

[@df540148]

These are really badass! Limited on leather choices, but if the Black CXL is teacore, they could wear in really nice.

[@CarlMurawski]

Agreed, I can’t wait until they begin to wear in. Definitely putting the miles in!!!

[@justicebinder6544]

If I hadn’t just bought a pair of thorogood wellingtons I’d think about it

[@mikeogden5256]

High Quality Fashion

[@julianjuarez8874]

Can’t wait :)

[@0f556]

Ordered these back in April. Nothing. Getting close to my cancel threshold.

[@CarlMurawski]

Have you reached out to Nicks? They're usually pretty good about product support.

[@puckbender]

Dang, this video done made me buy a pair, lol

[@dannycolemire2652]

Could you or someone in this comment section please help? What work boot is best for standing on unlevel concrete all day? I'm having severe heel pain due to my weight being shifted to standing more towards my heel area do to unlevel concrete. Please 200 dollars or less thanks.

[@CarlMurawski]

I’d go with a decent wedge sole. You can find plenty from Red Wing, Danner, etc. to me they’re the best for standing on concrete all day.

[@mrchrisroden]

0:00 be honest, how many throws

[@CarlMurawski]

Hahaha that was the first! I’ve missed all of them until now 😆

[@KateHikes1933]

What's the point of such a tall heel on those other tanker boots? Seems unnecessary, uncomfortable, and requiring a complete change from natural walking style. Honest question.

[@saleemwaheed9956]

All the items you review are amazing! So how are you helping me buy less? Your just making me lust after items,only a few will I ever touch! This is dam near pornography Carl!

[@CarlMurawski]

I'd apologize, but I know you love it! lol

[@arthurbarrios888]

Shame Nicks won’t do a half slip on their renegades. I’m surprised as whites and Wesco has been doing half slips for ever

[@CarlMurawski]

Yeah, I think it just makes the whole look. Especially for casual boots! For work I’m a bigger proponent of full 100 lugs.

[@MrHalfbreed1995]

They’re only 8 inches. Sad day for tall boot lovers :(

[@CarlMurawski]

Well that’s still pretty tall compared to most 5-6” boots nowadays.

[@MrHalfbreed1995]

@@CarlMurawski Good point, I might be in the minority of people who only wear taller boots. I just wish there was an option to add an extra inch or two but I can understand why Nick’s isn’t doing that. Hopefully if they keep these in the catalog they’ll offer additional height options

[@michaelalauriajr7997]

You can order the regular MTO tanker boot in 10” although not sure if you’ll get the Cat’s Paw sole and heel.

[@ravenraven964]

A tank is youst a tractor whit armor

[@HARMAN7777]

❤

[@CarlMurawski]

Hahahaha you're loving these things eh?

[@FluxedState]

Big S&M vibe with these.

[@k.b.o.7514]

Like the gimp in Zed's cellar?

[@retiredgoon512]

Anyone have $650 I can borrow??? 🤔

[@radiationshepherd]

Fxk I want these

[@mindfulbody3802]

🤤

[@ecp711]

Interesting timing releasing these boots while Uncle Sam is paying back a bunch of interest free loans...

[@CarlMurawski]

I carefully coordinated with the fed on these! lol

[@jca66]

I do not recommend these for anyone around sparks/slag/metal shavings. They will catch everything in the uppers because they stick up.

[@CarlMurawski]

Well if you’re doing a lot of welding it makes sense to wear metatarsal guards.

[@jca66]

@@CarlMurawski you can’t have a metatarsal guard with this style though. I wish nicks would make an engineer/ ranch style hybrid boot. Btw 99% of legit welders use laceless boots. They do not use metatarsal guards.

[@asher3795]

Am I the only one who finds that this boots are actually very ugly.?

[@CarlMurawski]

I’m sure there are people who agree with you. They’re definitely not everyone’s cup-o-joe