I'm Only Keeping 5 Pairs of Boots.

[@jeremyt2212]

I don't blame you for keeping those Allen Edmonds, there's nothing in their lineup today that remotely compares to that pair that you have.

[@dannyturner7967]

Actually ae has a new chukka boot that looks very similar to the odin boot

[@johnhawkins3507]

The Patton boot from Allen Edmonds is very similar to the Odenwald boot.

[@colinkelly279]

Glad we got to share in your boot journey and I am sure you inspired a lot of boot buys over the years and helped a number of companies out. Thanks for letting us ride along.

[@joshmerrell7377]

Thanks for all you do! I have been enjoying your channel for several years now. Your content definitely relates to me as I was in the electrical trade for 10 years and currently in the retail/commercial fuel industry for 14 years. Please continue and all the best!

[@CarlMurawski]

Much appreciated my friend! How do you like the new gig compared to the old one?

[@bryanjones9356]

Huh huh. He said current-ly.

[@MrChiumiento]

I love it. This is why I am a Carl patreon and a discord member because Carl is clearly a good person. I had never been a patreon to anyone else for more than 1 months before Carl. The discord is the best also.

[@CarlMurawski]

You’re too kind bro!!!

[@roberttudisco6530]

I appreciate how much thought you put into your choices here Carl. Not everything was a heater, but they all meant something super special. While I don’t agree that loafers suck, I get they aren’t for everyone

[@CarlMurawski]

Very classy response my dude, well done! Be well!

[@raidengreen1318]

I have been wanting a pair of diesel boots and some White's MP boots for a while now. Seeing you keep them definitely makes me want them even more. Loafers Suck.

[@SpencerYoung-m8h]

I’ve been debating on selling boots just to get a better pair of work boots as is. Love what you’re offering to people, Carl. P.s. loafers suck.

[@mattdalton1]

I hope no one gives you grief, because those are thoughtful choices and they highlight your individuality which is a big part of why your channel is so, so good. This also makes me feel better about buying Grant Stone diesel boots in August. ;-) I really like them so far and can hardly wait for the natural chromexcel leather to darken like yours have. Loafers suck but your boot collection sure doesn’t.

[@HARMAN7777]

I'm heart broken that the tanker boot didn't make the cut! 😢 And just so you know loafers SUCK!!!

[@1mooseman]

The patina on those AE boots are beautiful. Makes me think of whiskey, pipe, a comfortable old leather chair sitting by the fireplace. No idea why. It just does.

[@kevinvandevender9014]

A couple of these were definitely not a surprise, but the AEs were a surprise to me! Personally I think you would benefit from a nice casual loafers but hey, you think loafers suck

[@CarlMurawski]

I do. I really, really do.

[@williamswiger7547]

I have had several pairs of AE over the years and always end up donating them. My problem with every pair was the loose grain they develop after minimal wear. Just looks cheap to me. You get grain break on all boots to an extent but AE leather is a wrinkle monster for me.

[@pherble]

I ordered the Pullman (then Gr**ser) back in June when you did the video on it as I'd been looking for an engineer that I was confident would fit and was unique. I'm glad to hear it just wasn't a drop that would never be heard from again. Mine is still in the production queue, and worst case may be February, but I look forward to when they show up. Thanks for the original collab, and the vote of confidence you are still showing in this video.

[@ToughSekai]

I really appreciate people like you who have in-depth reviews on boots. It's helped me not only pick out good, everyday, high qualitly boots. It's also helped me pick out work boots that best suit my daily needs. I work 10 hours a day, so a good, supportive, and durable boot is nessasary. Finding that in steel toed boots is a hassle sometimes of you're not educated in good craftmanship. But i also have to say staying within your budget is a good thing, too. So, being able to make a well-educated decision has helped me pick the most bang for my buck. Yeah, they might not check off every box on the list. But at least the boots i have will get me home and in one piece and comfortable at the end of my day.

[@Sneka97]

To be fair it's a nice and well rounded collection with different styles and not much overlap. My favorites are the Grant Stone because, as you've said, they may not look like much but damn they go with everything. And although i don't agree, loafers suck haha

[@shirayasha]

Agree on that choice as well. Versatility means so much for a boot (can be dressed up and down)

[@strengthandbulkMadness]

Good choices! White’s Semi-dress last/fit is hard to beat so it’s no surprise you are keeping the Bounty Hunter’s. One engineer, service, cap-toe, dress, work pretty much covers it.

[@OhBraveSrRobin]

I was lucky enough to be able to grab the Nick's engineer boot. I can't wait to have them and see what kind of adventures we have together. Loafers suck, are words to live by!

[@joemoore7197]

Thanks for making me watch a True Classics ad before this video. True Classic sucks, and Loafers suck.😁

[@CarlMurawski]

Hahahaha I have no control over the ads! It's funny that they dont seem to care either.

[@acbk2b]

I agree loafers suck for some things, but man is it nice to have a pair or crocs (or something) or something for stepping outside real quick

[@thejiraffe4966]

Really grateful for your input on boots. Helped avoid overspending, especially because loafers suck

[@False_Idle_Warship]

Very kind, in more ways than one. Loafers suck is a gentlemanly way to describe fugly as all get out. & curating a collection like yours is one of the nicest problems to have I can imagine.

[@taifu13781]

Loafers suck And I commend you sir for seeing you need to clean house; it’s a bonus that we know you take care of your boots so others will be getting great boots!

[@TheSuperlativecritic]

I just bought a pair of Grant Stone Brass in kudu leather thanks to all the praises of all the boot experts. It's my first pair of high-end boots, and I'm so glad to hear that Grant Stone made your list that you will keep. My first pair has to be universally considered the best bang for your buck. I have a collection of high-end watches, so I can relate to culling. However out of the 5 boots that you picked, their features are relatively all equal compared to the variability that exists in watch types, so the fact that Grant Stone made the list is pretty cool I think.

[@TechnoLawyer]

I have that exact pair of Odenwalds! Love them. Also have a pair in black. Bought them back in like 2015.

[@StrayReviews]

The best boots are the ones you’ll wear. Great choices!

[@1eparry]

I had a feeling the Diesels would make the list. Good to see!

[@MOFsquadron]

The oldenwalds are probably my favorite pair I've ever seen you wear, right up there with the Nail Shanks

[@KM-ru4fm]

So happy to see the diesels on here! Makes me more comfortable moving forward to buying them. Loafers suck!

[@genekieffer3877]

I agree some loafers suck, but the right ones are nice for a casual look plus easy on off. I got a late start putting a rounded shoe collection together but im close to having a pair of shoes/boots for whatever event may come up. Thank Carl for helping us all Own Better, Look Better and Live Better

[@Storm0wl]

Those White's bounty hunters are absolutely awesome, and i do in fact agree that Loafers suck

[@Bozotheclown-hc9tx]

That pair of nail shanks is THE MOST beautiful boot i have laid my eyes on. WOW!

[@williamswiger7547]

I am in the same situation with way too many boots. Problem is I actually like all the boots I have but have been collecting for many years. Have donated a bunch of good boots but want some money back if I let any more of them go. Guess I could let all the Red Wings go as they are the cheapest ones.....lol

[@RossSchell]

I Just got my 5th boot! 2 Wolverines1000 miles, Thursday vanguard, and 2 Blkbrd boots. 2 were used purchases off eBay and started me on my heritage boot journey. My point is sending on a pair of heritage boots is a great way to share why we love boots so much. Oh and loafers suck.

[@chefrichh]

I'm very impressed you are able to scale down to just 5 pairs of boots! This is very inspiring video! As always LOAFERS SUCK!

[@MiddlingMarksman]

I appreciate the breadth of your boot knowledge. Always great to see new and sometimes obscure boots. Especially since loafers suck.

[@johnjameson523]

Loafers Suck.... Thank you Carl for the videos. Look forward to them all the time.

[@Murphy2043]

I know how you feel, Carl. I did the same thing with loafers.

[@marlenakauer5262]

Great job thinning the herd! You picked some great ones. Thanks for your generosity! Loafers suck! The one place we disagree haha. I’ve got a pair Alden’s I picked up second hand on Ebay and plan on getting a pair from Oak Street Bootmakers. I got their camp Mocs and wear them all the time. Especially gardening!

[@aurtisanminer2827]

I think the creosote boots were the best choice for #1.

[@ТёмаЗайцев-г9ъ]

We live only once) I've bought many pairs...and dress only one...as max two, but so lovely pairs of shoes/boots, and kill it till the very end. My conclusion: buy only what you really like and will use it. Choose wisely.

[@CareBearBedTime]

Loafers suck, you’re the reason I started on my boot collecting journey, you’re the man

[@ibmrduck]

Loafers Suck. My list of boots to buys grows everytime I watch another one of your video. Thanks for all you do.

[@Bdigital9482]

I have a sneaker problem. We both dress exactly alike, including the hooded flannel you’re wearing in this video, except, I’m addicted to sneakers. Saucony, new balance, Nike all timeless shoes reworked from the 90’s.

[@RoadToHeritage]

Loafers suck! Great video Carl and I don’t blame you. That’s too many boots!

[@Hsquared]

Loafers suck. These are all lovely boots. Love those engineers boots you have. Might have to save up for some of those myself.

[@eleven.eastgate.twelve967]

Give thanks for being an example of a Boot Addict and thinning out your collection, I gotta do the same... kinda suprised your letting go of your "chunkified" Iron Rangers recrafted by Northern Republic. Topshelf collection Sir!

[@jmyros]

Loafers suck. I keep trying to do the same thing with my knife collection, but I always give in and buy another one.

[@CarlMurawski]

Hey dude, you won! Shoot me an email at: [e-mail] and i'll get you your $100

[@tacticalspork1]

I was researching some work boots and ran into your channel haven’t stopped watching. I chose the Iron Ranger probably because I didn’t know Grant Stone existed, was new to the game at the time. Just got measured for my first pair of Nicks and order is placed. Loafers suck.

[@brandontuomela8860]

I have too many boots, but I always need more. I do agree loafers suck.

[@Brajin1]

Good to see you will sell and maybe also donate some as well. Have you come across a pair of boots you completely forgot you had?

[@mutecommercials]

5!? That's mighty fancy of you, I have 2, my Walmart Hermann Survivor boots, and my Solovair.

[@wagz54]

I think 5 boots is smart. I have 6 boots and 5 shoes that are all resolable. It’s great variety and covers any situation I could be up against.

[@Mrfaux1]

Been a fan for a long time been changing my wardrobe towards spending better and living better, specially on choosing shoes because loafers suck

[@npercic82]

Loafers suck! I love that your keeping the Diesel. I have a few pairs and they are by far my favorite for being so sleek and versatile!

[@michaelfridman2470]

Kreosote does do some great work, I am impressed with his growth over the past few years. Loafers suck.

[@ronaldbrashears9866]

Love this! I’m always looking forward to you’re content

[@josephfisher4725]

Loafers Suck … great content King Carl.

[@pcw6694]

Just from the title, I knew you were going to keep the Kreosote Nail Shanks. It's true. Loafers suck haha

[@BurkeTrue2]

Thanks for all your excellent advice and information and yes I can confirm that LOAFERS SUCK.

[@jeremyl.7563]

Loafers suck! You know out of all the gear and all the boots those nail shanks well that has been my favorite that you've showcased, however I will definitely add those Allen Edmonds to that list those are so rad!

[@nvrp813]

Great video. Agree with keeping the Grant Stone. All other brands loafers suck

[@marklerfald]

Great topic and choices. Thank you. Loafers suck.

[@mactravelandfinance]

Loved the video. Have a great day Carl!

[@mattlavigne8541]

I've never worn a loafer and I can be lazy at times, but loafers suck. Thanks Carl for all the wonderful videos!

[@KnightOfFaith]

When I was getting into more formal footwear, I had a bit of a loafer phase myself. After getting a pair of Red Wings for the first time, everything changed, I became a man of the boot. And it was only then that I realized; loafers suck.

[@bartmotorcycle]

Man those AE's are sick

[@Claytonboots]

Loafers suck, there’s a place for them in a dusty corner of my garage. Love your content!! My favorite video was the Indy wardrobe. It started my journey into boots.

[@joefleming2053]

Ya know, I may need to grab a pair of those Grant Stone Diesel’s for when I travel. You’re right about needing one versatile boot that will work in any setting.

[@GlockyWithIt]

Much as loafers suck, i had to get a pair from Grant Stone along with my Diesels.

[@matthood9838]

Nice hat flip!

[@daddyt4851]

You have some very nice boots Carl. I still have several pairs of White’s from my smokejumping days. I agree Loafers suck.

[@scottowl75]

I had the same problem with my adidas trainers uk casual , I was told be my little nest of vipers ( the wife ) that it was the adidas trainers or her , I do miss her from time to time . 🙂🦉

[@larryvelasquez662]

This was one of my favorite episodes. Enjoy your channel.

[@marklaughlin3189]

Loafers suck. Great topic. My boot rotation is too big and was thinking of paring down also. But I just got a pair of Wescos I’m breaking in and have a pair of Nicks in the pipeline.

[@danielbegay1845]

Those Nail Shanks look amazing. Loafers suck!

[@reezethevampire]

I've always imagined having so many boots can become overwhelming. I think my ideal would be maybe 7? One for each occasion in a variety of colors to match my outfits. Like you said, once you go beyond that you just aren't wearing them and, at that point, why have them? Even more so if you have a loafer collection; loafers suck.

[@delwyngoh1864]

Loafers suck. Thanks for sharing your top picks! Got my attention to whites and grant stone diesel.

[@AdornByFire]

Can you give a design breakdown on the whites?

[@Podjr]

Awesome choices! And I agree, Loafers Suck!

[@MikkelStybe]

Loafers suck... That hurt a little to write, I gotta admit I love pull on shoes/boots. Anything without laces is just so much quicker to get on a off

[@stephenathon]

I have also come to the same conclusion that indeed loafers suck!

[@theactisnotanact]

Interesting desert island picks from a wide range to choose from. Loafers suck!

[@jonuiuc1]

I do this sort of thing (cutting down on inventory), but with types of bags. Camera Bags, Travel Bags, Daily carry slings. I gotta try em out myself before I can decide if I like one thing better than another. Before I settled on Camera stuff, I did that a bit too, but cameras lenses get pricy, so you have to narrow it down quick. If only I could pare down my watch collection though....

[@GlennHHiggs]

I have been a lifelong lover of footwear, I even worked as a shoe salesman in my teens at the now defunked Track N' Trail store in the PNW. Last Christmas my wife gifted me the ability to buy my first pair of Nick's Boots. I wanted something similar to the Red Wing Iron Ranger and... I can honestly say after only having them for about a week "I love these boots!" Even during this break in period (which is happening very quickly at 10+hrs of wear a day) they are a fantastic footwear. I have had a pair of Dexter two tone loafers in the past, but loafers suck! Long live the multi-functional boot!

[@crookedginger]

He did say the Americana was the answer to the iron rangers i understand how late this is

[@peterwolf1892]

Love PNW boots these days, I have even wore them to Church because my loafers suck in comparison. Yep, Loafers suck!

[@hotelpv]

Taste is so subjective. I would never pay 1800 dollars for that first pair of boots and still have to wait so long.

[@VooDoodaddy75]

Love the AE chukkas - and cannot fault your top 5 - all solid, even though I do not agree -loafers suck! 🙂

[@thec.tysonsynopsis7280]

If you like the bounty hunters, you'll love the 350 Cutters from White's. Best "non-handmade" boot on the market IMO.

[@spikebebop5849]

Great video. Im relatively new to the casual boot world and, have learned a lot. Thanks for the informative videos. Loafers suck.

[@NOFBDYBS]

What Carharrt hoodie is that?

[@fbiker79]

First all all, thanks for sharing your top 5. I don’t have many boots, but I can’t imagine getting the collection down to five only. Not surprised to see the Grant Stones there, they are solid boots for sure and Loafers Suck.

[@austinkliewer4413]

Are the White's Bounty Hunters #8 burgundy chrome excel, or what type of leather is that?

[@vryce6322]

Thank you for all the great information and for your generosity. I do agree that Loafers Suck.

[@TheNunakun]

Loafers suck, even though I own a few loafers myself 😅. Need to save up for some boots!

[@hiralpatel3863]

Loafers suck. Can't wait to get my first pair of real top grain leather boots Iron Ranger with capt toe. Your channel educated me alot on leather boots. Funny enough, I did order the Jim Green Razorback but had to return it. The boxy toe wasn't for me.

[@dinkjunior13]

As a collector of jackets I find myself now falling down the rabbit hole of equally impressive boots. Your channel has been great in weeding out some search engine nonsense. Thank you for what you do and loafers suck 😂

[@thebetaboyz6198]

Loafers sucks! But on a higher note Carl I did enjoy that you chose a simple yet foundational 5 of boots that are versatile as they are well constructed. Even i liked that the first pick held sentimental value of the boot that started it all. At the end of the day boots are made to be worn, not just hidden away in a closet neglected.

[@Clay_N]

Loafers suck. And thanks for being real and providing the content

[@Lycan3303]

Hundred dollar bills make the best kindling 😂

[@TatyanaHallMusic]

I love Grant Stone Boots so I have no problem with your choice. Loafers suck!

[@raymondtong7446]

Dipping my toes in the boot game, and your channel has been a treasure trove of info. And yeah, loafers suck.