After 169 years are White's still the best boots made in the USA?

[@RoseAnvil]

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[@FgtRtd]

Hey at least they stuck with the "spend a weeks pay" for a pair of boots pricing model 😂 joking aside these look magnificent, great job man can't wait to see what else you guys cook up

[@thecolonialcraftsman4014]

My Nick's and White's were "only" about a 1/3 of a week's wages for me. However, even at that it took me 3-4 years to finally order a pair after I heard about them... I kept thinking that it's a lot of money for boots! Now I have a pair of each with a pair of Nick's hiking boots on order. The price is soon forgotten but the quality lasts for years...

[@FgtRtd]

@@thecolonialcraftsman4014 yeah I was mostly just going for a bit of humor 😂 but hey whatever the price if they're worth it you can't argue, especially with how much work goes into them.. glad that you find them to your liking , I've had my builder pro's for a few years now and wish I had snagged them sooner myself

[@1hdoilfielddad244]

@@thecolonialcraftsman4014 heck, i can buy these with a days work, after taxes, and 650$ for boots is still a tough pill to swallow.

[@FgtRtd]

@@1hdoilfielddad244 man I need to quick construction and do whatever you do 😮

[@1hdoilfielddad244]

@@FgtRtd oilfield. at least youll have a job you can retire from and you probably get to sleep in the same bed every night. pros and cons to everything.

[@lorenwillis425]

My dad was a heavy duty Diesel mechanic and wore White's boots. His feet were 13AAA, but White had a last for them. He had two pair and would switch off from one week to the next. I seem to remember him having them rebuilt a couple times for each pair, until there was no longer enough material to sew on new soles.

[@moorshound3243]

I really hope they keep doing it this way. But the fact they are owned by a massive buying group will someday see one dickhead on the board say "let's cut costs & use machines to make them instead and keep charging the same price" I really really hope that doesn't happen like it has to almost all boot makers the world over.

[@JustBenInLA]

They already do that on their lower end boots. The uppers on some of them are being made in the Dominican Republic.

[@travisk5610]

I had a really bad experience with them rebuilding a pair of boots years ago, I had to send them back a second time and they were still unwearable and they said they would charge for another rebuild. As far as I am concerned it was the end of the real White's when the company got sold, now it's just investors running the brand into the ground as a #heritage #menswear cash grab for the Huckberry crowd.

[@googeluser7098]

Stop lying, the uppers are not made in Dominican Republic. The “lower end” Whites Boots have a good year welt construction instead of handsewn stitchdown which is the reason they’re cheaper.

[@JimKiralfy]

@@googeluser7098 the uppers for the lower tier Goodyear welted White's are made in the Dominican Republic. White's have confirmed this themselves.

[@Waldemarvonanhalt]

@@JustBenInLA You sure you're talking about the same brand (White's)?

[@jeremycox2983]

I got my custom made whites for $642. They are best boots that I have ever owned. I highly recommend them.

[@BigDirtDawg]

I love whites boots even more now. Best quality boot on the market hands down

[@ustinates335]

I bought a pair of whites years ago and they broke my arch so bad I couldn't walk for 2 days. My step dad was a wilderness surveyor with webbed toes. He used to get his feet molded here in Boise so whites could build him custom boots. He used to have them repaired by Reibes here all the time. Damn near bullet proof.

[@noisybarinavalon]

For your next collaboration would you consider designing a boot with a 360 degree Goodyear welt without a scalloped or sloped heal block so that the boot has a work boot heal?

[@BikesNThings]

They look awesome. Wish I could afford a pair right now. Hope you make more 😎

[@justinmclean5778]

closest competitor to whites as far as quality is NICKS. whichever one you end up getting, you won't be disappointed

[@ianhotson6057]

Like my father always said, you only get what you pay for, they might seem expensive but what is the health of your feet worth? I never owned a pair myself but as a Railroader I'm damn hard on boots! I am now seriously considering getting a good pair, very interesting and informative video!

[@mikealley2596]

You need to start doing the rattlesnake test on the shaft of these work boots. Same with all the Nicks and Whites you do.

[@jb6027]

I've noticed that a lot of National Park Service Rangers wear these.

[@thesmallshop]

I bought a pair of Millwoods from Whites and they developed a sole squeak, sent them back for warranty and had them resoled. After wearing the boots they developed another sole squeak. So I sent them back again. This time they rebuilt the whole bottom part of the boot and right out of the box they have a creaking sound in the soles. I’m so frustrated. They are willing to resole them again, but I just want to wear my boots. Any idea as to why I’m having such an issue with these boots creaking and squeaking so much? Whites has such a good reputation but I’m just losing faith in their workmanship.

[@alienjoe6610]

Are they rattlesnake bite resistant

[@soggycracker5934]

As expensive as they are, they are more affordable than cheap boots. They would save you alot of money in the long run, but... Would they outlast a pair of four hundred dollar boots? Probably not. RedWing is still the king of cost/longevity. I have had them last more than a decade, and at less than half the price of these White's, though, the properly comparable boots from White's are notably cheaper, in the 350-500 range. And the best comparison is the Hillyard, which is only about sixty dollars more, though it uses the same construction as the RedWing 4200 is is most similar to. Perhaps the leather is better, perhaps it's not(I'm sure it is since the leather RW uses now is processed in chinastan).

[@zubenelgenubi]

Yes!

[@quintonburkham50]

You didn’t Cover if they put new souls on

[@steverobinson9368]

As a smokejumper I bought my White's smokejumper boots 50 years ago and paid $150 for them. Still have those most comfortable boots ever and well worth the money. Quality never grows tiresome.

[@AA-BB]

Sick brag dog

[@x-calibearusallc]

I remember buying my first pair of 12” Nick’s Hot Shots in 1988 almost 20 later they had worn into racing slicks and the shafts were so rotten, they told me they couldn’t rebuild them. Enter the 2 pair. That pair were Lineman’s.

[@gregstewart7442]

My father worked as a forester. He only ever had two pairs of boots, both Whites Smokejumpers. he got hit first pair in the 60's and wore them daily for over 40 years. If that does not speak to the quality of the boot nothing ever will. BTW I got his first pair as a hand-me-down and wore them until my feet grew out of them.

[@fishkluch]

Dang he wore the same pair the entire time?

[@gregstewart7442]

@@fishkluch yes, and was in the field 90% of that time. he had them resoled once I believe.

[@bobbystanley8580]

That is truly incredible

[@chrishultgren777]

This is why selling quality leads to eventual bankruptcy. A business can't survive if it's product is purchased once every 40 years. Buy a quality boot every year even if you don't need them or suffer with mass production from overseas.

[@TimTimTomTom]

I get the durability argument, as I'm in construction. The thing I can't get over though, is comfort, fatigue induced on the wearer, and just how hard these type of boots are on your feet. Then there's the weight. The military has done studies on the effect of weight on your feet, and 1# on your foot is equal to 7# on your back. So just wearing boots this heavy will by default cause much more fatigue over a day wearing them, and they're hard on your feet/not very comfortable (to me anyway). So yeah, I stick with heavier duty hiking types, Asolo, Salomon, etc. So much more comfortable, more dexterity, less fatigue, and far less expensive. I try to understand why people go nuts over these boots, but other than just the craftsmanship (which is impressive), and durability, I don't really get it. Just look how little insole there is covering those clench nails... hell no. Those are hot spots, pressure points no matter what socks you wear.

[@andrewrife6253]

As much as I hate to see so many nice boots cut in half I have to think that the sales of these boots have seen a massive increase thanks to this channel. I've become a lot more obsessed with boots since finding this channel and seeing what goes into them is fascinating to me.

[@meancuisine8]

You caught Mine attention with this one, Weston... i had no idea White's does that with their stitching. This is the type of stuff that keeps Me in the PNW BootsGame. Awesome Content! Awesome Boots!! Awesome Channel!!! Thank You!

[@RoseAnvil]

Yeah same I thought for the longest time they were just normal stitchdown boots

[@stevenroche9874]

@@RoseAnvil This last has a very shallow toe box. Not much room for your toes !

[@JayyBird93]

@@RoseAnvil wonder if Nicks, Franks or JK do this with their boots as well?

[@e.nichols5380]

I’m a welder, ranch hand, seasonal wildland firefighter and retired Army Infantryman. I’ve worn a lot of different boots and Whites are hands down the best boots I’ve ever put on my feet. Great video!

[@Monster11B]

Fellow infantryman... you know how boots are important.

[@mickeywhite7878]

Appreciate your service and your work ethic!

[@infitada]

what fucking year bro?… 1940?

[@e.nichols5380]

@@infitada I don’t understand your question. If you’re asking how old I am, I was born in the early 80s my friend.

[@stevescoville5122]

You forgot Brain Surgeon and Walmart Greeter

[@lemmor6791civ]

Well, now we need a head-to-head between Nick's and White's and maybe one of the other brands, I like Wesco's 'cause they are the only one that provide inside leather lining from the start... There can be only one!

[@RoseAnvil]

I’ll definitely do it one day! They all build boots basically the same way on the same lasts with minor differences like the extra stitched welt on this whites boots that I don’t think any of the other brands do

[@agoogleuser7190]

@@RoseAnvil Viberg does the same thing.

[@johnvelas70]

I have 2prs wesco, their quality went down the toilet. I'm getting fitted for either Nick's or JK. (I wear corks). I might have to look into these.

[@MattieXMoto]

@@johnvelas70 no way. What issues? I have had mr lou for 4 yrs and they are still in great shape. I am sure if you email Chris Warren he would take care of you

[@johnvelas70]

@@MattieXMoto ha time for bed, but to answer you I sent 1 pr in for a resole they sent them back in vibram not corks & the other pair the gusset came back unsewn to the vamp. Mine are 12 years old, resoled 2x and rebuilt once.

[@CrowBarActual]

Wait, made in the USA, but owned by Japan?

[@nextofken87]

My White's Smoke Jumpers have been my every day wear for a few years now. Super comfy once broken in. I wear them like shoes and they feel just as light after wearing for so long.

[@SplitHairz]

Don't they get hot in the summer?

[@nextofken87]

@@SplitHairz A lil warm, but doesn't bother too much. Thin socks in summer, nice wool ones in winter.

[@rdf4315]

I have two questions if I got a pair will they be too hot to wear in North Florida and are they tough because I've never wore a boot that lasted more than 2 years ?

[@nextofken87]

@@rdf4315 They've lasted me for a good while. Few years and haven't had any trouble with wear. I don't know about Florida, as I haven't been anywhere with comparable humidity.

[@rogerstuart2592]

When I worked for the USFS in East Oregon high desert, I wore my SJ's in 115 degree summers, even on fires in that heat. I would also jog in them after a full day working in the forest. Best pair of footeare I've ever owned in 65 years.

[@sanxbile1860]

Regarding a Pacific Northwest boot company I’d love to see you tackle JK’s new 300 line. It’s their new budget line that’s about 30% cheaper than the mainline. Would be great to see you take a deep dive into where they cut costs in the construction.

[@RoseAnvil]

Same

[@TheCelticHitman]

Isn’t JK out of Arizona? Not PNW?

[@gooserex6569]

@@TheCelticHitman They have a few stores, one in Arizona, but are made in Spokane Washington.

[@deejpax]

They actually put a video on their own channel of exactly this. Cutting the 300 boot in half and explaining how it was made. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpWpnqSkipmJn7c

[@Azorian36]

@@gooserex6569 JK Boots gave me hands down the absolute worst customer service experience I have ever had with any company.

[@michaeldeburgh2173]

I owned a pair while in the Marine Corps. I remember wearing them on a 20 mile hike with packs and gear, and though my feet were sore I had no blisters at all while many other Marines had blisters and a few lost their entire heel pad (one huge blister). My take away was that no matter the boot it must fit properly, and secondly that the White's with it's excellent support and fit was an outstanding boot.

[@patrickhan1710]

which one? legacy / fire / smokejumper?

[@michaeldeburgh2173]

@@patrickhan1710 I had the Smokejumper.

[@ericdoe2318]

i used to think 300$ was expensive for a boot. Now after watching these videos i know $300 is expensive for the value of what you get. That's why i'm now in the market for a dam near $700.00 boot with tax added, because they are a better value than the $300 boots.

[@rikmayerkirkland]

Red wing 875's are a great deal for a $300 boot, if you like moc toes

[@RoseAnvil]

Check out the 30 min dive on how and why I designed this boot to be the most versatile boot in whole wide 🌎 on the Rose Anvil 2 channel here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3izYpKai6l0kNk

[@battlegnome7.625]

Wish I could’ve gotten a pair… just don’t have the most net at the moment man… have my ND1s though and still love them!

[@johnversluis3084]

wow nice boots $650 to work !! No thanks it hurts watching cut threw a great pair great boots !!!!!

[@dainsmart6237]

Hi Weston. is this a pair of boots that could last a lifetime if looked after like getting resoled at whites store because that beautiful red dog leather looks really tough and to hard to wear down naturally? I felt a little sick to see you cutting into the Boots after seeing those guys working on them,I bet their hands are as tough as their leather 😥 but the are worth the effort and keeping the way of making boots alive 🙂👍🏻✌🏻🇬🇧❤️☕

[@vctrgallardo]

Please cut a pair of Truman Boots in half! 🙏🏼

[@ustinates335]

@@johnversluis3084 If you can still find a cobbler, they can be repaired a grip of times. Theyll last longer than any other boot that way by 10 fold.

[@SMarcey]

I was only passingly familiar with the Whites brand but was surprised to learn that one of the family members lived in the Shenendoah Valley, where I live. I now am very set on one day owning a pair of these boots. It would be really cool to walk around the home of the founder in a pair of boots his family had a hand in crafting.

[@agoogleuser7190]

Viberg does the same stitch down method. I personally think the welt looks ugly like a role of playdoh

[@HypocrisyInbound]

As someone born and raised in Spokane, these boots are criminally underrated. I have weird shaped feet and no boot I’ve ever found has been comfortable for me to work in. I was suggested a pair of whites by an old construction general. I’m glad he did that. These are the only boots I’ll ever wear and I wish more people knew about this gem of our city.

[@stephanbertram723]

Try Frank's boots most of whites work force left the company when they sold out and formed Frank's and they are still in spokane

[@axeliosstonewall6235]

How can the design be 169 years old... if you helped design this... design...? I'm sure your boot is great, but a teardown review only works if it's a third unbiased party doing it. Your boots look good, tho.

[@LaymensLameMan]

What’s even more interesting to me is that they still use a holdfast method as opposed to the gemming. I bought a pair of the MP Sherman’s and was really excited about this when I found out they were constructed like this

[@user-sh2mk8ew4c]

I am researching Whites as I want a pair of MP. Today they are $700.00 So you like them? What sole did you get? Half lug or the flat one?

[@LaymensLameMan]

@@user-sh2mk8ew4c I got the MP Sherman plain toe half lug in natural chromexcel. To be honest I haven’t gotten an opportunity to break em in but I love the way they look out of the box though lol for the longest I coveted the Beckmans by redwing but they were discontinued before I could build up the capital to buy some. Long story short I found these, in which I found a new obsession, and when I finally had the money I bought em. Thank God I waited as I like the style and construction on these a lot better. I would say they do run a little slim so I would suggest getting them a little wide or doing some exact measurements with whites. As for comfort, again, haven’t had much opportunity to wear them, but they are a typical heritage boot, and they wear like one, so I can’t imagine there being any pleasant break in with these lol although chromexcel is more pliable than veg tan, so I don’t the the upper will be as harsh to break in as opposed to the sole itself. All in all I don’t care what the break in feels like. I’m happy with my eye candy lol

[@boomstickpd79]

Great video Weston! Can’t believe you went through the whole video without mentioning Nick’s once.

[@frankvillatoro2331]

Yeah I found that odd too considering his last two collaborations were with Nick’s. Although his opinion is these are the best handmade boots in the USA, I still don’t think they would compare to a custom Made to Measure Nick’s boot with comparable construction, to a more generic fitting boot. Just my opinion. And yes, I own all the three big PNW brands and I’m not a fanboy of any.

[@highdesertforester]

I graduated from high school in 1966 and got a summer job with the US Forest Service on the East slope of the Cascade Mountains in Washington State. My boots were some version of Red Wings which served me well but I soon learned that everyone who took the job seriously eventually got measured for White's in Spokane. I went with Danner's but White's were the Holy Grail.

[@Dvdplhm]

I was a wildland firefighter in Oregon when I was 18 in 2000. Every firefighter or logger who invested a decent amount of money on their boots had Whites. I had to settle for Wescos because it was a 3-hour drive to the valley to get the Whites custom made to my foot. But I do remember they cost about $350 then. Not a week's pay but damn expensive. I can't believe what they cost now!

[@navajoguy8102]

Was gifted a pre-owned pair of these when I got my licensure with EMS, wore them on ambulance calls through the pandemic. Still have them, probably the best boots I've ever had.

[@envisionbybvinson7516]

I could see where a virus would put a pair of boots to the test.

[@RoseAnvil]

🚨The Drifter Boot is LIVE Only 200 Pairs!!!! shop.whitesboots.com/collaborations/rose-anvil-x-whites-drifter-boot/

[@wholuvsyababy2675]

I was in line construction for 43 years. I've worn White's and Norco's. Whites are incredible, but I always found Norco's more comfortable and durable for climbing. Thanks for your work. I really appreciate your takes. Cheers.

[@JustBenInLA]

The stitching on my Whites look like they were done by a blind cobbler on this first day of work after a long weekend of heavy drinking. I won't be buying another pair.

[@moosepasshippie]

I had a pare of Whites smoke jumpers for 5 years. They are some tough boots. Took me 4 months to break them in. ResoIed them 3 times. I hated the Arch-ease heels. Sold the boots for $100. Now I wear comfortable light weight hiking boots with no heels.

[@Heywoodthepeckerwood]

I have owned a few pair of their smoke jumpers and I still occasionally wear my old packers. They literally look better now than when I bought them 15 years ago. Very nice boots.

[@rogerr.8507]

Whites are my favorite ever. My nicks arent as good so far. I Bought them back when they were still only 400 dollars

[@ShayanFarooqiEsq]

I've watched your videos since I've been working from home and it is because of your reputation and honesty, I just ordered a pair of these boots, sight unseen, and without trying them on, and at this price. You look to be honest and reputable and if you say these are best boots made here, then I just plunked down my money for 'em. Feel free to call or reach out. Thanks for what you do to make sure we don't waste $$ on crappy boots. This will be the most expensive clothing item I've ever bought in my life haha

[@sonderevokingbuns]

I have nicks, pretty much the same thing... and they are nowhere near as comfortable as $100 timberlands bought on sale with all the foam in the sole. I've almost had them for a year now and wear them for everything besides why I initially bought them, for work. If you're working on concrete, these boots aren't it. It almost feels like you're wearing wooden shoes, they're that stiff and I've had them for almost a year.. They'll last you a long time though.

[@MrEazyE357]

Why? I'm not paying that much for boots unless I have them sized to my foot. To each his own though.

[@catalystactual6491]

I'm sorry but 700 bucks is really hard to swallow for 95% of people.

[@johnnynobuddy1]

2005 I was by chance at a lumber yard across the street from Whites factory/showroom in Spokane. It was a very nice set up and they have quite a variety of choices with windows looking into the factory. If you get a chance....check it out!

[@WiliiamNoTell]

As a former hockey player, I can appreciate the quality of great footwear. Several years back, I needed new skates. Tried on a pair of Bauer Vapors. I was shocked at the 950.00 price tag. What was more shocking was.... Made in China. Keep up the great work guys also please keep in the USA !!! I wear red wings. However, after watching your video, I will definitely look into your boots. No, I didn't buy the communist skate.

[@Mxziko]

I just want to congratulate you for your videos that are very interesting and you teach us more every day about the history of shoes, boots, and sneakers shoes, my respects and my best wishes from Reynosa Tamauli-paz Mex 🇲🇽

[@tkdjameson4201]

My dad grew up in eastern Washington and always told me that my grandpa only ever used two pairs of boots over his whole 30ish year career, and they were Whites.

[@thecodemachine]

I just gotta say, I have size 16 shoes, and it is amazing to see companies actually make my size! Even if it is just a one off.

[@F0XD1E]

Do they charge more since it takes so much more leather?

[@thecodemachine]

@@F0XD1E no

[@pineapplesideways3820]

Size 16 are tiny feet if your shaq

[@RoseAnvil]

Shaq up in here ordering some drifter? 😉

[@thecodemachine]

​@@RoseAnvil I did buy a pair. This is the first time I have been able to buy a boot of any kind of high quality. Custom shoe size makers have waiting lists in the years.

[@DavidHBurkart]

There are definitely more comfortable boots, at least, boots that are easier to break in. There are boots with greater cushioning and/or breathability, but few if any are more durable, longer lasting as well as rebuildable. $400 back in '04, my SJs fought a lot of fires for nearly two decades before I retired. I still have 'em, resoled twice. Keep 'em clean, oil regularly with Huberds. That is my recipe.

[@GreyBeatle]

I'm impressed with the construction. I made boots at the old Kaufman Footwear plant in Kitchener Ontario Canada, that made the old Canadian made Sorels that were good. But this boot is impressive. We did have our high end hunting boots that would be comparable in ways, but the stitching all done by hand and the materials are obviously high end and amazingly put together. I've been out of the boot trade since the 90's but still remember it well, and I'd buy a pair of these for sure. Great video outlining some very hard work and construction. I didn't know they were made in Spokane and it doesn't surprise me, as I seem to get along with lots of people in Spokane. They're a very industrial community, from my experience of driving truck now thru there. My favorite guys to help me with breakdowns on my truck are in Spokane, WA as well. From my experience they're a good hard working city, so hats off to them from me! Industries in North America have mostly closed up and moved oversea's but it's good to see some of the iconic products still hanging in there. I still try and buy Canadian and American if at all possible, so this product is strongly noted in my mind from now on.

[@潘驴邓小闲-x6j]

The US with so short history but so many hard core product

[@swalker6x6]

You nailed this design. The 10" is perfect...I bought a pair.

[@jarrettvasco7710]

Hey kids for $650 you can get a knife holder in your boot bahahaha! save you money. What's that saying? you get more miles out of a cheap pair of sneakers! I owned a pair of cheap boots for 3 years being a roofer! Meanwhile everybody that I work with we're destroying they're $300 pair faster than I was. I was a laborer. Constantly up and down the ladder being in the middle of big piles of rubber roof shingles the melting Rubber the melting tar and all the nails and so on!! All I had to do was replace the inserts. I did that once a year! I'm not really trying to knock on the boot I'm sure it's a fantastic boot? I mean hey if you have the money and you like a $650 knife holder LOL go for it!

[@paulgoss7596]

All I know is every logger I knew when I was a teenager living in North Idaho only wore White's boots......Period. That was back in the early 80's.

[@d-vo5042]

Whites are by far one of the most difficult boots to break in, but, now I see why it is so awesome to have a pair of these and break them in. I would love to see a boot breakdown of the Drews Boots Wildland Firefighter. I've heard, the Drews Boots are on par with the Nicks and the Whites, maybe even a little better? It would be cool to see a cross section of the Drews Boots.

[@titusnelson9499]

I ran 50 yards through hot coals to escape a blow up fire in 1968. These White Boots saved my ass. Had to pour water inside to cool them and my feet down. I still have those boots. I want them on my feet when I’m buried.

[@boozedancingtv]

$650 sounds like a lot for a pair of boots, but after your excellent and highly detailed analysis, they look totally worth it. The most expensive shoes I ever bought were Allen Edmonds. They’ve cut corners over the years while upping the price. We’re talking $300+ for a dress show if you pay retail. With these boots, you’re talking much more leather and hand crafting. Like I said: the White’s appear to be worth every penny! Love the channel by the way! Cheers!

[@jicalzad]

Agreed, their prices appear pretty steep. I'm wondering how many hard-hat workers are actually purchasing/wearing these

[@boozedancingtv]

@@jicalzad None is my guess.

[@jakehanks1139]

I have been wearing my 2 pair of smoke jumpers for well over 10 years. They go back to get new soles or rebuilt annually, they are the only thing that I put on my feet (Except house slippers). I am a bit interested in this new dress boot. Keep up the great work at White's Thank you God bless America Jake Hanks

[@jakeparker8972]

I'm going to say no. The quality has gone down last couple years . Just in leather quality alone. I blame them getting bought out for the issues. Nick's all the way for now.

[@privateinvestigator8607]

Your videos are not only educational, but they bring to light the truth about what we are getting our feet in to. I will always look for your reviews before making shoe purchases. Thank you.

[@zenbear4149]

“Let me objectively review a boot I designed and sell.” Gee, I wonder how this will turn out?

[@zackstewart4109]

It was harder to see these "living" boots cut than the historic pairs. Also, I will definitely be using the phrase "a diminishing return is still a return".

[@416cubes4]

This is for the working man.. most others can’t and won’t understand. Understand boots & the construction of them. Losing one thing. A mag pouch instead of knife pouch

[@anthonyh9481]

Alright you got me with this one. I passed on the last two collabs but I had to grab a pair of these. These look great and I love the knife pocket.

[@believeinjesus8300]

These things look like an absolute torture device for the foot. Yikes. Most unnatural foot wear I’ve seen. Wowzers.

[@jlg395]

So they claim to be an American company but are owned by an overseas conglomerate. Say no more.

[@littlejackalo5326]

Right. LOL. If I knew they were Asian owned, I wouldn't have bought them. I wonder if Nick's are US owned.

[@wecanjump7512]

@@littlejackalo5326 Nicks still is. Their owner/CEO is in one of their posts for a tribute boot for his grandad.

[@RoseAnvil]

I get where you’re coming from. In my eyes it shouldn’t take away from the guys that actually run whites and all the guys that make the boots by hand in the US. Yes Nicks as far as I know is still privately owned by some really awesome dudes!

[@RoseAnvil]

I get where you’re coming from. In my eyes it shouldn’t take away from the guys that actually run whites and all the guys that make the boots by hand in the US. Yes Nicks as far as I know is still privately owned by some really awesome dudes!

[@jessmoorlag6088]

Thank you I would have been a little more than bothered if I'd bought a pair and found out later ....and I almost did

[@davidpalmer9014]

Seeing how they make their boots is inspirational. I love my Perry boots. And now I want to order another pair of White's.

[@RoseAnvil]

Agreed that whole lineage of pnw boot brands are a hidden gem of American craftsmanship

[@CrackedCandy]

@@RoseAnvil from when Made in America meant something. It's like a look back in time to American quality. What was.

[@BlackPilledWhite]

I would spend $650 on these if they had a safety toe, I just can’t do boots that the toes crush and crease. I have worn steel toes so long I can’t imagine looking down and seeing a crushed boot toe. Beautiful boot though.

[@jakespede8522]

I have owned 16 pairs of White's Boots. My favorites are the 12" Elk Smoke Jumpers and my newest are the Red Dog with honey Vibram soles in a 10" lace up. Yeah, some are barley broken in, and some are never gonna be, but I will never stop wearing them. They are a joy to own!

[@comrademonolith5421]

You buy a pair of White's, and you know that you're putting food on that boot makers table and kids stomachs.

[@JH-ks9oi]

Damn I wasn't prepared to see such a damn fine boot autopsy... It's a piece of art, almost like watchin a prewar Martin D cut in half or a 1954 Fender Tele "no caster, Squier or Broadcaster" cut in half...

[@Labios_Rotos]

This felt like a huge ad. What's the correlation between the boots being built by hand and them being the best? What's the benefit of not using technology where available?

[@waxedearth5425]

Price and lead time seem very reasonable for that type of constructed boot. The leather working inside is exceptional. Also, the White’s Millwood is hands down the best wedge sole work boot I own and I only payed $250 for it during one of their sales. Every single aspect of the boot is elevated over other brands in that price point and higher. Their customer service department is outstanding too.

[@mad0uche]

That is a good point on the Millwood, or as I like to call them the less ugly Perry which is their moc toe version.

[@photogenwombat]

'Bout DAMN TIME you looked at Whites! Ever since you did your 1st Nick's review, I've wanted to donate my White's Smoke Jumpers (vintage 2002, my1st pair EVER; wore them for almost 15 yrs with 4 rebuilds). Still happy to donate them to the cause of cutting shoes in half. Nick's gave me a terrible fitting experience. Did the at home measure, mail-order correspondence and got a size too big and too wide. White's will always be my choice (even though I have to travel 10hrs to get to my favorite boot fitter)

[@SilverJ56]

Beautiful!! The shape is great! I'm curious about the Hathorn boot makers in Spokane. Were they "discount" Whites? Very little history on them.

[@RoseAnvil]

I believe hawthorns were whites budget line

[@CrackedCandy]

@@RoseAnvil this is correct. Hawthorn is a budget White.

[@krazmokramer]

My first and only pair of White's are the Perrys in Red Dog leather. Great boots! If these cheapest of White's are any indication of quality, these boots in this video are sure to be excellent. The Red Dog leather has held up well for nearly 2 years. The boots are very comfortable. I am quite happy with my White's boots. I did note that you didn't mention Nicks even once, nor show a photo of Nicks when you were comparing the White's to other high end boots. Falling out with Nicks??? Thanks for this review video.

[@77Matt]

This is exactly what I noticed. And just recently there was the Nicks-RA collaboration. I think it is time for a non-sponsored head-to-head comparison between Nicks and Whit's, but I am starting to wonder if this should be done by Rose Anvil, since Weston is now completely part of the industry establishment; the voice of the boot makers' marketing departments, if you will. :)

[@1968gadgetyo]

Sooo... They outlast cheaper (hard use) boots? This will be in the 'cry once, buy once' category. If they last a decade, it will be cheaper than 'Walmart' boots.

[@TheSilentsniper1973]

I saw you cut up a lot of boots but this one...... damn this was hard to watch. White's are my absolute favourite boots ever

[@thedailyunbreaded317]

Nicks Handmade Boots are the best

[@barbandpaul]

I've worn White's Smokejumpers for 15 years ( 1'st pair rebuilt 4x's), nothing is more comfortable on my foot!

[@matthewbaker5359]

I came up with a slogen. White's boots, because they work.

[@hkguitar1984]

WOW, for the very first time I've experienced both "Boot Envy" and "Boot Porn"! Whew, I need a Smoke and a Scotch. Great Content, Yes, for myself they are worth the cost.

[@davidjackson4112]

I have own numerous pair of White boots and one pair is over 30 plus years old in my collection of White work boots. Stop at the factory 3 weeks ago and was told White is 8 months I’d I wanted a custom pair of boots made . White is back log. Like I have said been wearing White’s for over thirty years and I love them. No issues at all. Thanks!

[@d3elwapo]

Dude love the Chanel, not crazy about that toe and how it folded, what about the no steal shank. Those r my reasons I am saving for a pair of Nicks.

[@jlg395]

Nick's doesn't use a steel shank either. All leather.

[@Jeranhound]

You should check out JK boots, also made in Spokane. I'd be real interested to see how their new 300 series holds up, though I wear my $95 Rock Roosters and $380 work boots are a bit out of my price range. Could compare them to something like White's Chore Boot, at about the same price.

[@SheolAbaddonus666]

Those boots aren't white, they are brown, but they look awesome.

[@TeensierPython]

They look too feminine. Tall heals that have a lot of taper And the frills

[@TomHudson00]

I would really like a spreadsheet with all of the details from your reviews! I came across you less than a week ago and I've watched a lot of your videos. Well done!

[@therealogbaggy470]

No boots are worth that price I have a 75 dollar pair of boots that have laster over 20 years

[@johnwgarrett1]

"Stache" pocket? You put your mustache in there??

[@dannypope1860]

It’s definitely the ugliest boot in the world….

[@fredsvlogandreviews5867]

I thought nicks was the best made in the USA boot?

[@nodieusa]

I own a couple pairs of Whites a few more pairs of Nick's. I really don't like the look of that squished stitched welt. I do like the fact Whites offers more customization on their boots. Having said all this, I still prefer Nick's... I wonder if the relationship between Weston and Nicks will change after this (I hope not!)

[@RoseAnvil]

No we’re all good! I have a few more collabs in the works with a few other brands including nicks and the ND3

[@andrewpeterson549]

I have a pair of whites for 7 wildland seasons My wife bought me a pair of Arizona boots I don’t even know the name of it I like Them more, Solomon boots are now my favorite

[@heretoforeunknown]

Get a comparable boot from Nick and White and have the same person wear them for a couple of months and see which boot is best at the end. Nick on the left and White on the right.

[@AMogus-jr6qk]

Cool idea.

[@_face773]

I like the boot videos over the sneaker videos.