Reviewing The Iconic Red Wing Iron Ranger 8111 Amber Harness | Is eBay Purchase Worth It?

[@timmspencer4632]

Kim Kardashians behind lmao man’s got that good subtle humour

[@Fumwum]

I'm addicted to your videos man, the presentation is just second to none

[@Bootlosophy]

Thank you very much, and thanks for watching 🙏

[@assadnasralla8539]

Thanks for the review. I've been buying and wearing boots for almost 20 years now. I don't know why I never decided to try the iron rangers. I love the moc toes but the iron rangers have such an incredible following and status that I walked into the red wing store near by and tried on the 8083's with hawthorne muleskinner. I kicked myself and couldn't believe that I waited almost in my 40's to finally try these. I was able to score a nice deal on the 8113's which are the same make-up but a different sole. These are such an incredible boot and I'm stoked to finally own a pair as iconic as these.

[@U2Blades]

Those over-conditioned 8111 boots resemble the Ebony Harness, great boots.

[@kevinklingered]

love this guys casual sense of humor. and as a minnasotan who lives on the iron range i have to say he knows what he's talking about.

[@DenisMillar]

Watched your review and liked what I saw. Purchased a pair of IR 8111 in new condition for a great price on eBay. I am very happy and look forward to years of enjoyment. Thanks Teik for taking me on the Bootlosophy journey.

[@Motorcyclewindtherapy]

My 8111s are coming up on 9 years old in a few months... LOVE them. Have a new pair of 1907s as a gift from my wife a few weeks ago, but really can't say enough good things about my 8111s. I even love how they have darkened over time.

[@daniellmarcussen2599]

You are my new favourite boot reviewer. I really enjoy your honest and detailed reviews. Thank you very much and keep up the good work.

[@RealToastyBuns]

Very well spoken, your knowledge and passion for boots is almost inspiring. Great job.

[@darrenhall7454]

Those Iron Rangers look incredibly comfortable. 200 dollars less and no tough break in, sounds like a bargain to me. 😁👍 Pre loved is the way to go; I recently bought a pre loved pair of Tricker’s Bourton from a company here in the UK called Abbots Shoes for less than half their original price. They are fantastic with very little wear on them. I love them.

[@michaelhaddan1965]

So thorough and engaging. You make me love my Iron Rangers even more than I did before. Thank you so much~~

[@-----REDACTED-----]

Honestly…no tough break in for several rounds of cleaning and sacrificing the amber seems - given personal experience - a very fair trade in my book 😂

[@jeanpaullouangrath9674]

Good review. Superb use of the English language. Cheers.

[@JimS870]

Thank you for your video. I have the 8111, and I used the Red Wing boot oil - big mistake, they got dark and bland looking. I used some saddle soap and it's brought back some of the amber but I don't think it'll be like it ever was. I still love 'em, though, and it's given me more excuse to wear 'em to the dog park and mud and get them dirty knowing that I'm not going to do any damage to 'em, and maybe get some nice patina in them now, haha. Love the iron ranger in copper, though. I have the Weekender and 1907 in copper.

[@Nathan-zw7nq]

I use fiebings mink oil and then Sno Seal on my Whits Fultons once every three months and that has darkened them up considerably. I definitely agree if you don’t want to darken the leather use Bick 4

[@DalesLeatherworks]

Great to see Teik’s take on the classic IR’s!!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Bootlosophy]

Thank you Dale! 🙏🙏🙏

[@paintcoach101]

Hi. I recommend you read the 6 o’clock news please! Very well spoken. I’m looking at buying the Redwings here in melbourne thanks to your review. Wife not happy though.

[@spencerd1079]

You are the man! Love you approach to cleaning and removing the excess wax and conditioner. I had to do a similar process with a pair of my boots that had previously been work boots in a diesel shop. I was afraid to use Acetone so instead I did half a dozen saddle soap washes. It worked great!

[@bobbyrobison]

Iron Rangers and KK's rig, two of my favorite silhouettes referenced in the same video... GENIUS!

[@Bootlosophy]

😂😂😂

[@shannonandsheila1403]

I love the color of yours cant wait until mine need conditioning so I can darken mine up

[@pinchpeak5203]

5:20 😂that caught me off guard

[@Pacard-ux3yr]

Great review of the IR. Very positive vibes you sent. Greetings from Germany. Own the 8111 and the 8083.

[@matttherrien9608]

Are you a Birkenstock fan?

[@Pacard-ux3yr]

@@matttherrien9608 No I don’t like Birkenstocks. Even if it‘s typical for Germans. You find them in every household. 😅

[@matttherrien9608]

@@Pacard-ux3yr I meant not to stereotype. Well, I kinda did. Is it the style or the comfort that you don't like? I got mine dirt cheap in Canada.

[@Pacard-ux3yr]

@@matttherrien9608 both I don’t find them comfortable and even if I would wear them when I’m home alone and nobody would see me, I couldn’t get over the look. Curios - I like them on women in the summer very much.

[@callenkoester9078]

a straighter/more vertical backstay accompanies a lower heel. you'll see curved heel cups in PNW makers with taller heels. it's just foot anatomy, as your toes point downward your heel rotates back, and sticks out more

[@artemschander6063]

Very charismatic :) what a joy to watch. Reminds me of Bob Ross somehow

[@Diosmiomiamigo]

Your reviews are excellent

[@matttherrien9608]

Mine were the equivalent of 345 of your Australian dollars. Ah the joys of living on the border with our big brother!🇨🇦

[@mattblair2224]

Great video, I love your descriptions and technical knowledge. Thank you for your efforts.

[@TruckGuy88]

Pretty awesome review. Helped me make my decision on buying a pair.

[@Trex100]

I really like the dark brown color that you ended up with on these boots. I have the copper rough and tough IRs, and they look great, but stand out more. Yours are a bit more sleek and are perhaps more versatile. I suppose I could darken my copper rough and tough boots with conditioner, but i am afraid I'll regret it! Haha first world problems! Great video. Thanks.

[@man_down_south]

Like Kim Kardashian's behind 🤣. Great video, mate. -Jase

[@Kratos-bf2jg]

I bought a pair of iron rangers from eBay and glued a anti slip sole on the smooth outsole. I was slipping on snow, ice and rain lol

[@waxedearth5425]

I love how you get into the technical details! Something interesting I noticed about their Rough & Tough leather, if you read the website description, it’s oiled and waxed Nubuck! And yet, people are lathering conditioners and oils, then wonder why their boots turn muddy brown. Even RW recommends using conditioners on this leather!

[@jakobdieckmann]

Hmmm. I use the leather cream on my CRT. It doesn’t darken them too much. But I think over time sunlight, rain, dirt etc. will darken the leather regardless how you take care of the leather. Your thoughts?

[@Bootlosophy]

@@jakobdieckmann I think oiled nubuck (as opposed to dry nubuck) can stand conditioning, like Crazy Horse and waxy suedes. I’ve used Bick 4 on my Blacksmith CRT before, it went more waxy and gave me a heart attack but dried dry and after a good brushing to heat and spread the oils came out very well!

[@scottowl75]

Cracking smooth talking review 👍🏼🦉

[@danielalte78]

Just discovered your channel few days ago, and I'll stay for long I think.

[@Bootlosophy]

Thank you!

[@sammyb1651]

Have you taken some measure to flatten the toe cap on these slightly? They appear less bulbous.

[@Bootlosophy]

No they just flattened with wear

[@sammyb1651]

@@Bootlosophy Nice! Personally I think it improves their silhouette. I own a couple of pairs so I'm a fan of the IR shape but from my perspective it limits their versatility. I see them as extreme rugged/casual; I can't even pair them with chinos for instance. Just a slight flattening of the toe box (as in your case) increases their wardrobe compatibility though imo.

[@gregrodriguez3169]

I enjoy your videos! The #8 last runs larger than the 23 last (Red Wing Moc Toe) as well as most other heritage boot lasts, and I had to go another half size down versus my other boots. Sounds like they’re working for you though. I love my pair!

[@romars777]

Good day, sir. Is it the boots on your central banner image?

[@Bootlosophy]

Yup!

[@romars777]

@@Bootlosophy thank you

[@InGrindWeCrust2010]

Brilliant video, and I've watched a lot about this boot. Bought mine used and I love them. Could have probably spent a tad more for nearly new, but I'll be more patient looking for muleskinners. Plus, when these ambers' soles wear down, I'll want to get them reconstructed with leather heels and Vibram corded soles.

[@SM-xt5gl]

Such an iconic boot . I had a pair but found because i have big feet, they looked a bit like clownshoes on me . Eventually sold them . cheers

[@Bootlosophy]

Always that risk 😂😂😂

[@SM-xt5gl]

@@Bootlosophy Exactly . Always best if you are able to try on shoes / boots in person . That said , I've never found the moc toe style appealing . Might be something wrong with me as my mate told me ha ha )

[@JuanRamos-fj6ir]

For comfort what do you prefer, this Iron Rangers or Timeberland Earthkeepers?

[@Bootlosophy]

I prefer the IR

[@bikramjitatec]

I just bought almost brand new redwings 8111 from eBay for less than $300 including shipping. They are just 4 months old. It was sold by the owner because he felt the leather too hard . He might not be aware about the leather breaking etx ..

[@carlchea2334]

Hello Teik! I experimented with sizing on this last and for me it was a tough decision between 1/2 or 1 full size down from my brannock measurement. 1 full size down gave me a snug fit and any sock thicker than a cotton athletic sock was too snug. When going 1/2 size down, I found the boot a little too long and a bit sloppy with too much room in front of my toes. Do you find your iron ranger, blacksmith, or beckman to have too much room in front of your toes since you only went 1/2 size down from brannock?

[@Bootlosophy]

No, not on my foot shape. Did you try different widths?

[@carlchea2334]

@@Bootlosophy Thank you for replying! No I haven't. I measure a D width on the brannock. The only pair of boots I own wider than a D is a hiking boot. They were perfect when new but after the break in they are too roomy now, even with thick merino wool socks. After that experience, I've been pretty hesitant to consider any EE widths again.

[@MarcP5267]

The most important aspect of getting the best fit possible is your balls of should lining up with the widest part / flex point of the boot. Then once you get close to that the boots should fit very very comfortably snug. Toe room doesn’t matter as long as toes are hitting the front.

[@thedar7164]

do you think you would have gotten a bit of a better fit by sizing down one whole size instead of half?

[@Bootlosophy]

Possibly but I think the length might be a tad short then

[@Jay-rd6fe]

iron ranger or thrusday vanguard? for me their the same price what would you say is better

[@Bootlosophy]

In Australia IR’s are a couple of hundred Aussie more, and I think they reflect that in long term quality

[@Jay-rd6fe]

@@Bootlosophy but if they were the same price wich one would u recommend?

[@Bootlosophy]

@@Jay-rd6fe Iron Rangers

[@MrSilvervw]

Fantastic content 👌 👏 👍

[@orion314]

pre-loved, love it

[@davidcallan7844]

My first quality boot #8085 in copper rough and tough my toughest boot ever! 🇨🇦🙏👍😎

[@aradoran]

8085 was also my first heritage/style boot. It’s such a good casual boot.

[@jakobdieckmann]

It’s an amazing boot. Love my CRT. Would like to own the AH as well.

[@matttherrien9608]

What's your sneaker size? A full size more then the 8085s?

[@davidcallan7844]

@@matttherrien9608 I’m a size 9 brannock/running shoe size, I size down a half to 8.5 D in most Goodyear Welted Footwear but I can also take an 8E.

[@davidcallan7844]

@@matttherrien9608 A half size more.🤘

[@seantang89]

Fantastic video !

[@263sparky3]

Bought my Iron Rangers this year. They were literally the easiest of the RedWing boots I own to break in. Break in May have take 2 weeks tops. I am using them as a work boot in commercial construction. Have them on my feet for at least 12 hours a day. Bought mine brand spanking new. They are some extremely comfortable boots. Well withe the cost. I only wish they could slap a more aggressive sole or a wedge on it and offer in an 8” or 10” shaft

[@richardodouglin3855]

Now the amber harness leather is full grain right?

[@Bootlosophy]

Yes

[@terryharris1856]

I'm live in pacific north west we live our red wing irish boots At work I use workx shoe line Iron ranger my favorite boot

[@matttherrien9608]

The Iron Rangers are my favourite as well. Then again, it doesn't have much competition other than my fancy Docs in Horween Leather. I cannot wait to buy another pair of quality boots. I need a pair of brown boots for the collection.

[@Theheritagetribute]

I really enjoy your videos mate. Regards from Panamá! I have a pair of 8111 Iron Ranger size 8D, these boots rock! I got them brand new and I didn't have any breaking in suffering. Although, at first I got the wrong size (7.5) and had to return them. I use Red Wing's Leather Cream because it does not darken the leather. For my other boots I like Venetian Shoe Cream, it works well on Horween Chromexcel. I look forward to those tips you mentioned. Cheers!

[@dusanadamov]

I want to buy red wing iron ranger boots and i need your advice about size.I wear all my shoes and sneakers in us 9 (Dr. Martens, converse, nike, adidas, catterpilar, salomon).My foot length is 27 centimeters.Can you tell me which size fits me?People sizing down half or full size down?My foot is somewhere between a D width and an E width.I used the printed branock measurements and the foot length is somewhere around 10.5 which is 27 cm or European shoe size 42.Should I order US 8.5 or simply take them in my regular size US 9. I don't have the opportunity to try the boots on in the store. I plan to order them through a friend from Germany. That's why I need your help.Greetings from Serbia.

[@chuckiboi5]

Im same size in sneakers i have to go full size down. size 8d fits perfectly. 👌

[@Lgirtfhdzxfft]

Its heel cup might not look like Kim Kardashian's behind but its tip is like Sean Diesel's mushroom lmaf

[@matttherrien9608]

I just got the worst news I could have received. My local Red Wing dealer is more likely to have Red Wings on special, as to have a hurricane strike the store.😥😫😫😫

[@shannonandsheila1403]

Don't know if it's true or not but I read a comment from a guy that said he worked for them for like twenty years and he said they actually do own their own cattle lol they don't mess around.

[@rpow6861]

i bloody love these boots, but don't think i'll ever own any.

[@shannonandsheila1403]

Why not?

[@rpow6861]

@@shannonandsheila1403 too expensive for me to own.

[@shannonandsheila1403]

@@rpow6861 I hear you man but when you consider how long they last its really not that bad just save whatever you can and eventually you will get there I mean obviously you like them or you wouldn't be watching videos

[@matttherrien9608]

At the risk of sounding repetitive, these boots feel and look great. Mine are black and very handsome!

[@ryanmcfadin09]

Are these Stridewise's boots 😂😂

[@Bootlosophy]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@aradoran]

😂😂😂

[@matttherrien9608]

God, are said boots hideous!

[@vladyslav4]

so you spent few days trying to get rid of conditioner... and then after that you applied more conditioner ... sounds not good

[@Bootlosophy]

Acetone dries out the leather. Cleaning leather with acetone and then not replacing the moisture is really not good. The point was not to “get rid of conditioner” but to reduce the moisture put in by over conditioning.

[@ETY20]

Do you do any kind of cleaning when you buy used boots? I'd love to save some cash, but I must confess I'm a bit of a germophobe 😬

[@Bootlosophy]

Alcohol wipes all over

[@DrDennis]

Had a pr for yrs I don’t like them. Insoles hard. Heavy! Non comfortable at all. Never did break in. Selling for $199 TX

[@averymartin3451]

"Not business casual, though." says who, though?

[@Bootlosophy]

Says me as an accountant and management consultant in a professional Big 4 office 🤣🤣🤣

[@losdawg6265]

I scored two steals on Ebay purchasing the 8011 Amber Harness and the Iron Rangers in black which are nowhere near as packed with oils (which is a little disappointing). Red Wing Iron Rangers are the staple of the boot world. Only crazy‘s like us feel the need to go higher. I have some Thursday boots and they are good for what the are. I also one a pair of beautiful Truman’s, two Grant Stones, two Allen Edmond’s and one Wolverine 1000 Miles. Red Wing offers spectacular quality for the price. They are as tough as a boot ANYONE will ever need. If your boot didn’t hold up, neither did your foot. I scored both of my pairs new for 220 USD which is s steal! I love the Iron Rangers. When you have them in your possession, it’s just so easy to see why they are truly special.

[@MrHappyDuckie]

I bought a pair of used IR Amber harness for my brother at $150. He resoled it for an additional 140 to add a leather midsole and it is nice. Message me on FB if you want some photos Tek. Heck, we should be friends on there!!!

[@炫饭小胖]

Nice video with sexy voice lol! 🫡🫡

[@shannonandsheila1403]

Woe woe woe you could keep that mess to yourself