Why These Are The BEST BOOTS EVER - Kreosote Nail Shank

[@trentriehl4293]

I just started my addiction to boots and currently maxed out at a pair of Nicks. I certainly see the value in these. They look incredible. Truly wearing a piece of art. Nice!

[@firmak3560]

Those are the most badass pair of boots i have ever seen, that structured toe really puts it in a league of its own.

[@CarlMurawski]

I think so too! They really dont look like anything else out there.

[@rangerscoach]

they are fucking awesome

[@hilmermate317]

Looks great. For some reason, it really got me with that rail road nail hammered flat as a shank. That sounds incredebly epic to me.

[@shawnbottom4769]

Might sound epic but it’s really just a novelty. The steel composition that qualifies a rail spike is pretty broad. Whereas there are specific spring steel alloys that could out-perform it as a boot shank. If it was an excellent idea, boot makers would’ve been doing it long ago.

[@hilmermate317]

@@shawnbottom4769 I understand and agree with that. However I don't want to max out the performance. Even as less effective, I like it. Thank you for pointing it out, that it wouldn't be as effective.

[@xjo2hx2442x]

I mean people spend their money any which way they please. If someone can buy $300 rubber Gucci slippers than I don’t see the issue with spending $1000 on a pair of custom handmade boots.

[@johnshrader1655]

If I heard right, these beautiful boots are made to fit Your feet-both of them. That's what you're paying for and it's worth it. The inner sole (footbed) is shaped to your feet which is so important for foot width and length. Good video, Carl.

[@kevinwentworth6500]

What's the website. I'm having trouble finding him online

[@salazteca1]

I personally like cowboy Boots but these are a pair of perfected handmade piece of art! 👍👍

[@aramisschmidtke3142]

they actually kinda resemble cowboy boots with the heel and stuff, a good all rounder

[@bryanswilik651]

If I could afford it I would have all my footwear handmade. Maybe not sneakers, but all the rest. I think those boots look fantastic ! $900.00 is very reasonable.

[@calebtate6723]

3yrs later. Just an update. $1,850 for the boots! Get that money Kreosote!

[@steveeab2364]

You need to get the guys over at the Gentleman's Gazette out of their loafers and into a pair of these bad boys!

[@armink9686]

I like to think of it this way, I will never be able to reasonably buy a brand new Rolls Royce or Bentley, but an automatic watch or expensive boots are luxury items I can save up for and have for myself for a very long time. They're items you can justify the price of and that will last for years while giving you that certain fizz you get from well made things. About these boots, they have a 1965 Lincoln Continental look about them, they're sinister as hell.

[@CarlMurawski]

Yes!!! I know exactly what you mean. Like James May gets that fizzy feeling when he drives some cars!

[@brandonv4900]

Fricken awesome boots. I Need a pair.

[@KyleMeyer949]

I think I’m gonna start saving for these. I mentioned it to my girlfriend and she didn’t absolutely loose it so that’s a good sign hahaha. I’ve got lots that I need to save for other than them to but they are exactly my style and made by someone who is a lot like me, or at least the person I hope to become. The only difference is our medium, he makes boots, I make knives so I already understand how custom items are priced the way they are. And I’ve decided I want to start looking for custom makers as much as possible with items that I will have a long time rather than buying off the rack.

[@bassheadlife492]

Did you get them?

[@blackwingvisuals5017]

Utterly fantastic

[@JoseMartinez-yr2wq]

When you break down the cost I think those boots sound reasonable. I have seen art that is just a digital image printed on metal sell for over $2000 for a 3' by 4'

[@CarlMurawski]

That’s it precisely!

[@ib4905]

Saw this video and couldn't stop thinking about it for a week. This is a work of art. Went ahead and ordered them despite $1400 price + US tax + shipping to UK + UK tax + wrath of wife + 26 month waiting list.

[@trentriehl4293]

All seems reasonable except the wrath of wife, that is the highest price to pay!

[@voicedify]

Those are absolutely gorgeous!!! I cannot see how someone can't LOVE them! I'm sure they're worth every penny but as of now I'm a broke college student so I'll stick with the Redwings in my closet.

[@CarlMurawski]

Fair enough man, they'll be waiting when you get out of school!

[@downlander3361]

Broke College student and you can afford Redwings?

[@mrgt3201]

@@downlander3361 that's what I was thinking too.

[@frankmai1824]

Same boat, redwings are great though, enjoy and wear the shit out of them haha

[@amanasd26]

Ordered 2 pairs of his boots, will update when I receive them down the road.

[@TheNunakun]

Yes, please let us know! I'll hopefully follow suit down the line. Thanks!

[@GaZzBenKo]

Yeah.. you have the update link please ..

[@shawnbottom4769]

Nah. Dude was just flexin that he could afford two pairs.

[@FitManStyle]

not really into boots but love the rustic look of these! Looks like it was made to take a beating

[@benandi1890]

I think those are amazing boots. I would pay for custom boots any time instead of of the rack boots that don't last a year.

[@juanramirez6251]

I inadvertently stated Nick’s Urban Logger was $1,000. I guess I was slightly inebriated. I was quickly corrected by another poster. I love this MYG boot. It’s rugged, different, well made and beautiful. If I could afford them I would definitely buy them. I’m a size 9 and 1/2 EEE or a 10EE. I am planning on buying Nick’s Urban Logger, just as soon as I’m able to sell my house and get a smaller house. I may even buy both Nick’s and MYG then. YOLO. Might as well live it in style.

[@MemphisCorollaS]

If interest rates were at 2020 levels with property values being even close to what they are now in 2023, then I’d insider refinancing the house to afford all sorts of things like these, some Nick’s and a wood shop with what’s left. They’ll last longer than my car or house at this point probably and cause me fewer problems. lol

[@axleambitions]

Bespoke is the next step , I’ve had the hardest time finding shoes or boots that fit my wide ass feet. Thanks for the vid Carl

[@CarlMurawski]

Hahaha yeah man, Custom is the way to go with wide feet.

[@bobbie318]

Expensive - but really good looking shoes.

[@_bats_]

Eighteen dollars an hour for skills like these is totally insane. The man deserves the money. Have you ever seen/handled any White Kloud boots from Japan? Similar aesthetic (though, I haven't seen any in leather like this) and a similar price point, also a one-man operation making extremely high-end vintage-inspired boots. I'm just curious as to how they compare, and which one is more deserving of a spot on my grail list.

[@CarlMurawski]

I have, and White Kloud is absolutely grail-worthy. I suppose it depends on which aesthetic you like since they have their own flavor. Top notch in every way.

[@mikebeavis8929]

God damn. I’m in love

[@aqilanwarrivera3503]

if I could get a pair I would give them a name and love them like a classic car !

[@dudewuttheheck]

Great review and I do love how unique and lovingly made those are. I wouldn't wear that exact model, but I do think it looks quite cool.

[@Marcel-ff9gp]

ordered today. I am so excited

[@CarlMurawski]

Nice! You'll be getting one of the last pairs!

[@Marcel-ff9gp]

Carl Murawski Yes, if I go after the order number, I am number 43 (out of 50) this year. I am glad.

[@dustinread6407]

A comparison between these and role clubs would be very interesting

[@shaneprice2764]

I would love to have a pair of these! Great vid!

[@CarlMurawski]

They’re still available my man!

[@shaneprice2764]

@@CarlMurawski unfortunately it's not in the budget at the moment!

[@moonlight5050]

These are stunning.....how much customisation is allowed on a pair of these..? Could you have darker leather, more eyelets, speedhooks for the last one or two at the top..? I've just got a pair of Red Wing 8111 and am now obsessed with quality boots but would like a darker pair to replace my Dr M's that are also casual, most black boots look more formal but these MYG look incredible 👍👍👍

[@CarlMurawski]

I really think the sky is the limit and he will make anything you want. It seems like he’s happy to do anything as long as it’s cool.

[@JonathanGrandt]

Ok that leather is very cool.

[@Orlanzepol123]

*NICE!*

[@oliverallen5324]

MYG sound like the Nighthawk of shoes. “One boot, one cobbler.”

[@spenceratkinson8326]

I just heard you reference this boot on the denim and boots podcast this week. I am a more recent viewer so I hadn’t see this video yet. I’m sold! Time to save up and support the amazing work this guy is doing. Thanks for putting the word out there about MYG boots

[@CarlMurawski]

Happy to do it man!

[@tockingwatches2377]

Just ordered the Nail Shank-2 today. Thanks for the introduction to the brand!

[@CarlMurawski]

Very cool! I know you’ll love them

[@MineGames131]

I'm not a huge fan of the roughout leather but I can see the appeal. Great video!

[@ianmedium]

Looking at this again the one thing I would change is the rubber topper on the heel. I would rather have one less leather piece in the stack and double the rubber topper as I know I would go through the outer right edge of that rubber in two weeks. I often wonder with these high end work style boots if they are designed for Brooklyn fashionistas or Hollywood stars more than actual practical footwear.

[@jiwanrai1932]

Looks so perfect. Is there any chance to buy ?

[@JY-dh7mk]

Outstanding. Is there any other brand/maker that is similar to this or comes close? My issue isn't with the cost, more with the wait time. And although I'm rather certain I'll pull the trigger on one of his styles, I'd like something in the interim, 13 ish months is a long time when you have an itch.

[@charlesbronson240]

Ostmo boots.

[@Digger927]

Before I saw that pair of boots I would have said I'd definitely never spend that much on a pair of boots. Realistically I can still probably say that but seeing them made me open to it. I've spent over 500 on a pair of Whites and 280 on a pair of Iron Rangers, I guess my new limit is $900, lol.

[@SuperFlowback]

That’s a beautiful pair of boots. Their not so shiny that you’d be afraid to wear them like a pair of white kloud boots.

[@reezethevampire]

Man, I thought my Nicks were crazy cool.

[@CarlMurawski]

Other level right???

[@reezethevampire]

@@CarlMurawski Yea, these are pretty incredible, and they look AMAZING.

[@b80-s9i]

They look AMAZING... tippy-top shelf quality footwear made to last & WORTH. EVERY. SINGLE. PENNY!!!💪😎👍

[@timisoutdoors]

In 2022, they are $1,850 USD. 🤯

[@jacobchavez4719]

Those boots are beautiful and worth it. Period. Congrats, Carl. Keep up the great work.

[@stevedellanno1842]

Damn, these are sick but expensive

[@CarlMurawski]

True and true.

[@andresrangel7731]

Nice

[@michawojciechowski9273]

why toe and hell are smooth, are other part of boot is rough? Is this this same tyle of leather?

[@samfogleman2337]

I appreciate your videos! I like fine footwear. Those look like nice boots!

[@buffalobmf]

Sorry to say but that rough out leather looks like it was buried in a backyard in dirt for 4yrs then pulled out and never cleaned

[@f1k199]

I love these boots. Would i buys these for 900. No i couldnt. But if i was in a situation to afford them yeah for sure.

[@CarlMurawski]

Theyre not cheap by any means, but totally worth it. Save up and get them in a few months, you wont regret it.

[@f1k199]

@@CarlMurawski i would definetly put them on my list. There is a company called daytons that is popular in vancouver b.c. that i have my eyes on.

[@aztlanahauc]

The Nail Shank-2 Black Coal is calling my name. Just have to convince the wife.

[@explosiveenterprises1479]

What is the lead time running from myg?

[@alejandroespinosa4444]

Just when I had Redwing...especially the iconic Iron Ranger 8111 at $300.00 as the best bang for your hard earned cash. Now this Master Piece shows up! The style...the unforgiving grainy leather that makes a quiet yet strong statement. The classic, timeless style. Rugged stance that makes itself not only functional, but the new Trend revived. Yes, 900 bucks does not easily all budgets, yet well worth the price in having a pair in your shoe rack!

[@gundude82]

Shoe rack? If I spend $900 on a pair of boots then they're gonna be my only pair.

[@Beef5]

Hope you bought them. They cost $1850 now.

[@damonlarson2769]

My wallet hates you now. Gorgeous boots might celebrate with a pair after paying off the mortgage.

[@MrJackHeeler]

Interesting looking boot, especially, the toe and heel. Good luck with them. I’ll stick with my 15 year old custom White’s Farmer Rancher shell cordovans. They fit like a glove, but wear like a slipper. White’s had quality products prior to LaCrosse purchasing them. Glad to see new artisans getting spotlight time through folks like you. Keep up the good work.

[@CarlMurawski]

Thanks for watching my friend!

[@aurtisanminer2827]

What is different about whites boots now?

[@MrJackHeeler]

@@aurtisanminer2827 The 2 additional pair I purchased leather was a much thinner weight and the thread for stitching looked visibly different. I returned both pairs, but stuck with what I had, not purchasing from a different vendor.

[@charlesbronson240]

Imagine paying the same amount for trash sneakers. Boots for life!

[@joshmontes3439]

Awesome video! I’d love to see you make a video about Truman Boot Co soon and or how they compare to Red Wings

[@TedNghiem]

nice!

[@CarlMurawski]

I love them!

[@biggbuck9535]

So what is meant when you say "They're limited to 25 pair"? Does it mean *He only made 25 pair?* OR does it mean *He limits 25 pairs per order?* I'm asking because I'm interested in buying a pair. But I'm sure by now 25 orders have already gone out, smh. I need clarification. Thanks in advance Carl :)

[@CarlMurawski]

Hey man! He made 25 at the original price, but you can still order them now. I should have clarified

[@biggbuck9535]

@@CarlMurawski It's all good. Thanks bro! Now I can begin my budgeting for them now, realizing a possible $900 - maybe $1,200 range.

[@johnvanderjack9547]

I’m on waiting list for a pair of “Drifters”. His website gives wide range of options. Once you start corresponding with Gabbard you will realize he is going to make you a satisfied customer

[@davidrivera8634]

DAMN!!! These are $1,200 now!!

[@CarlMurawski]

I know, he was much less well known when this came out.

[@Droogs53]

just beautiful. And I love Carl's vids. Oh, there's a 34 month wait right now for these...so...I may be too old. I don't even buy green bananas!

[@sea2side]

I came to your boot reviews after watching one person leather crafters (eg little king goods). The One man show crafting truly bespoke boots is fantastic, the $ he gets is like your KZbin returns , enough to keep going. The long game is where the craftsman and content creator are going. Thankyou for creating. If only I coukd affors those boots not the generic $200 Aussie made BlueSteel i have. P.S. have you reviewed the Aussie Icon R.M.Williams boots?

[@CarlMurawski]

Thank you so much! I haven’t tried R.M. Williams but they’re on the list!

[@sea2side]

On second thoughts dont RM they are now owned by multinational coy whos marketing team just backhanded and shafted artist c.j.hendry ( see her ig stories) pls dont accidentally advertise arsewipes. Ps get well soon.

[@saleemwaheed9956]

OMG! The greatest boots I've ever seen! $900 is a bargain! My daughter doesn't have to go to private school! I gotta have these boots!

[@CarlMurawski]

Lol!!!

[@bagpipercalifornia8361]

LOL Now they are double that price.

[@SamGreenMaker]

I have a pair of Nicks on right now that are custom to my feet. They are incredible! someone once told me to always invest in things that go between you and the ground. Ive also heard it as spend money on shoes and your bed. because if you're not in one, you'll be in the other.

[@qqqwark]

Hi, can someone tell me if he delivers to Europe? (Croatia or Germany)

[@charliegutierrez8728]

How's the engineer boots coming along. Send me the concept model size 12 ee

[@CarlMurawski]

lol I’d love to man! If I can give anything away rest assured I will!

[@savvylifestrategies9445]

Great video, Carl. The MYG Handmade boots appear to be excellent and worth the $900 price tag. I'm an author. I spend a lot of time on the computer but love good casual to dress boots. I also live in Minnesota, where good boots are a must. To date, I have only bought Allen & Edmonds and Johnston & Murphy dress boots., Both are American made, which I like. I did my last book signing wearing Sullivan Street A&E dress boots ($445) and got compliments. You've now got me thinking about MYG Handmade. Thank you for introducing us to this brand.

[@daqt6079]

Definitely worth the cost.

[@Tig510Tig]

They look like Cowboy lace up boots 👍🏻

[@CarlMurawski]

I can see that!

[@wickedmessenger1]

They guy makes 50 pair of shoes a year so he's not raking it in ($30-$50k annually). He needs to charge that much to make a living wage. If he could increase his productivity by automating or outsourcing certain tasks he could either increase his salary or decrease his price. The consumer has to decide just how much to subsidize his "inefficiency," compared to shoe factories, balanced by the uniqueness and quality of his goods. Most of the people who think that spending $1k on a pair of shoes probably think nothing of owning 3 pair of $350 shoes, opting for quantity over quality.

[@CarlMurawski]

Precisely!

[@duanedudley5803]

Any custom boot maker can make this boot. Yes they look nice but the cost is up there and there isn’t any kind of exotic skin involved. Hand cut welt, most custom boot makers that I know down south and even Mexico take a knife and carve out two channels and start sewing. Nothing really special unless you want to be the 1900.00 and 48 month wait club. And… I don’t wear loafers!

[@user-JamesBond]

I bought a pair of Sagara boots from Indonesia, tightly fit very well-made. I have not yet broken them in. They hurt my feet I bought a pair $1000 John Lofgren boots, and they fit like a glove no breaking. First evening I went out with them for 12 hours the second day I use them for 10 hours no issues. Big difference, I like the Indonesian boot but for some reason the leather is too heavy or some thing I don’t know I’ll keep on trying to break them in

[@jasynxxiii]

Your video (and the previous one on $1000 boots) was one of the final selling points for me. I'll let you know if the investment was worth it as soon as I get them. A couple of follow-up points to the video: 1. His shop name has changed. As of 2020, Myg Handmade boots has become Project Kreosote. Same guy, same quality, same attitude, just a different name. 2. He no longer specifically offers the Nail Shank boots mentioned in the video. He has multiple styles available, and they esoterically carry the same personality and spirit. They may even use most of the same techniques, but for the sake of record, they are a different boot. 3. Lastly, and I stress this: BE PREPARED TO WAIT. I purchased my boots and provided measurements in October 2019. It's 2/24/2020, and my build STARTS on 3/3. I knew what I was getting myself in for, though, and this is all part of being a one-man operation. Time can"t be a factor in a decision for a pair of Myg's boots, and if it is, you need to look elsewhere. Well, hope this is of some benefit to anyone who's still curious by now. I'll follow up in a couple of months with the final verdict.

[@brandonkey181]

So he doesnt flatten a railroad nail for a shank anymore?

[@BennyOcean]

The boots are now approaching $2000 and the wait list is rumored to be around 36 months.

[@beardedbutcher5333]

Any truly skilled handmade item is gonna cost some money.. I know a guy that makes leather hats amd gloves fitted to your body, they are fuckin amazing ! You can say they fit like a glove.. Every finger on the glove is flawless like you dipped your hand in liquid leather...same for the hat... $350 bucks for the set

[@CarlMurawski]

Damn man, I’d love to know more about those gloves!

[@Durplepurple94572]

he should start making outdoor boots or some good old jackboots with modern soles for better traction.

[@jordanmartinez5042]

Great video, when you broke down why the boots cost so much it made sense. I still hate looking at them, but I get it.

[@paulhughes5446]

Great looking boot - $18 an hour seems a little low for building a quality product, you can basically get that working the drive up window at McDonalds. I would think he is under valuing the product but may also putting his desire to do this as a hobby into the formula. Seems worth the price

[@CarlMurawski]

I think thats exactly right, plus its hard to break into this business. Maybe once he becomes more established prices will increase.

[@alexandermcabee3549]

Would you have any recommendations for similarly styled boots like those, with maybe a smooth finished leather and like 600 bucks cheaper?

[@andrewsalazar98]

Nick’s Urban Loggers

[@MrDecaliostro]

Incredible boots! I’d like to order a pair

[@CarlMurawski]

They're truly outstanding and in a class of their own.

[@cgordon3]

These are some sexy ass boots. I would say that spending $1000 for a pair of boots is ridiculous.... where do I sign up? LOL

[@nicholas201111]

Happy good morning

[@AJ-by6pd]

I can appreciate that they are hand made, but I personally like Truman boots for casual boot look and my grant stones for my dress boots.

[@annahenderson1730]

These are astonishing

[@mrgt3201]

$900 is £683, Viberg service boots retail around £650 here just to give an example.

[@CarlMurawski]

Good point!!!

[@OscarRios]

Which of your boot collection will you bring to an overseas vacation with your family? Thank you

[@AustrianJager]

Like the form, the style and the quality! I do not like the leather!

[@SoulWatcher72]

These style boots are for me. Now if I could only get more money to appear I’m my wallet. 🤔 I seriously love these boots and the whole aesthetics of his boots. Idk if I would love to wait two years to get a pair. If I could go on a list while saving up for them, and then when my turn came up, I could pay for them, then, yes, they would be mine. I suppose I could look into how he worse this out aye? Yeah. I wonder how I can get ahold of the shoe maker?

[@CarlMurawski]

You can find him on the company website- www.kreosote.com/shop-boots

[@kuroneko8394]

ONE DAY ONE DAY!!

[@andrewsalazar98]

The waiting list is over two years, so whenever the day comes, it’ll come a few years later 😂

[@MetalsForBrunch]

Id prefer mini commando lugs for this shoe for more rugged look. I still need to try out the sub $500 boots first to see if its worth the extra $$ for custom boots. Im already satisfied with my sub $300 boots like my thursdayboots, thorogoods, helm boots, redwings and higgins mill at the moment. I just bought a whites boot for my first sub $500 boot but havent recieved yet. Hopefully my search for custom boots will end when I try out white boots. Im also interested in alden and truman boots. Im glad your custom boots was perfect for you. Great video review!

[@nadinesmoske1838]

WoW my red shoes! what about bison or textured leather? If 2 tone what may be the 2nd accent color?

[@sanecrazy12]

Not a fan of waxed leather but those are badass

[@Spring-ni4vq]

SIMPLY AWE-STRUCKING!!!

[@quentinhxc1]

I've been waiting all day to watch this video. A pair of built to fit boots is something on another level. Would I buy them? Absolutely. I've spent more on guns. Will my wife be on board? Well it's one of those things you ask for forgiveness rather then permission for. Great video! Keep em coming!

[@CarlMurawski]

My greatest fear is that my wife sells my guns for what I told her they cost! 😆

[@quentinhxc1]

@@CarlMurawski lol I'd have to sell one or two to buy these boots lol

[@rangerscoach]

damn i just looked at the website you could spend all your money there!!!

[@CarlMurawski]

Oh easily!

[@benjaminkenobi21]

You can justifiably say that these are awesome boots that are possibly worth the price, as long as you acknowledge that the use of a railroad nail/spike hammered into a shank is nothing more than a structurally unnecessary marketing gimmick that the guy can mention in the model name and drive up the price from just that feature alone.

[@CarlMurawski]

Well the boots would normally have a steel shank anyhow, but the fact that it’s a railroad spike is really cool and gives it a theme.

[@benjaminkenobi21]

Carl Murawski ... Exactly my point. You are paying a premium for “cool,” and there’s nothing wrong with that at all, but it should be acknowledged, especially in a video that would influence many guys’ decision to purchase or not. With that said, these boots are bad ass, and I want them. But I don’t see that they’re any more structurally sound than a Nick’s, White’s, Wesco, etc. @ around $500 to $600.

[@mickeywiltz1152]

Has anyone used this style boot for mountain deer or elk hunting.?

[@JoeMama-vj8es]

Frankenstein's monster approves!

[@pvalentinep12]

750 looks like a steal of a deal compared to the cost of getting them now.