Grant Stone Edward Boot Review + Viberg Comparison

[@arindambasu9850]

Big fan of Grant Stones. Have 6 pairs and all of them are impeccably made and really comfortable at a fair price, even with the recent price hikes.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Yeah they are incredibly well made for that price point. I have been heavily eyeing their Brass boots and Ottawa boots lately since those are technically not plain toe haha. Any thoughts on those models?

[@arindambasu9850]

​@@BabblingBootsReviewsI have three pairs of Ottawas in natural CXL, crimson CXL and bourbon suede. This is my favourite model and just the right mix between dressy and casual. Also have the captoes in British tan calf which are also quite lovely. Can't go wrong with any of them.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

@@arindambasu9850 Oh nice. I've been eyeing the Ottawa in color 8 but it is sold out in pre-order right now. I might have to get it if it comes back in stock!

[@drzaius844]

Finding the right last is so important. I want to try Viberg, but it’s an expensive experiment. The 2030 last is gorgeous. I agree that Vibergs are about as sexy as it gets. I have 3 pairs of Carmina work boots that are real close though. Aldens are a little sleeker, and there’s a little more arch support, and actual last options. But I only have two pairs, and I have 12 Grant Stones, so you can see my preference. Built even better, at half the cost. And I can wear my Diesels on 20,000 step days with total comfort. My last GS pickup is the cap toe boot in British tan - my new favorite GS pair. Great video, hard to beat real reviews by real folks. Thank you for this.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Yeah if you are able to figure out your Viberg size ahead of time then I would actually recommend finding a used pair on Ebay or Grailed. I actually just recently bought a used pair of Vibergs on Grailed for $350 dollars and cleaned them up myself. They look great now and I paid half the price of a new pair. (Definitely wouldn't recommend going that route if you don't know your size though) I would love to get a pair of Aldens in color 8 shell cordovan but its hard to justify that purchase when Grant Stone makes nicer shoes for a lower cost like you said. Thank you for the kind words and support!

[@bartmotorcycle]

You know your boots are good when they're made in China and still regarded as some of the best

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

So true, haha. It's pretty impressive they were able to overcome that stereotype to become one of the most highly thought of boot brands.

[@drzaius844]

Great point

[@WesOceanBent]

Would you say the Grant Stone Diesel boots have a slimmer silhouette in terms of the toe box height in comparison to the Viberg 2030?

[@az6624]

Love your videos man. Great job.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Thank you so much for the support! Really appreciate it.

[@GOdupont24]

I am watching this while brushing my Edward boots in Maduro shell. Thanks!

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Haha nice! That Maduro shell is beautiful

[@Justin-cf2to]

GS seems to run a bit narrow. You should try Parkhurst or Oak Street. Most of these brands use fake dainite soles and they suck..but Oak Street uses the real ones and they are very comfortable. The Oak Street trench boots are my most comfortable by far. Enjoying your videos!

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Thanks for the suggestion! Oak Street always seems to have some really cool boot/leather combos that I want to try out. I'm just concerned that Oak Street boots will be too wide from looking at photos online, but maybe that's actually a good sign since Vibergs are wide and they fit me very well

[@doubleohhhhseven]

Nice video! I have a similar fit issue with my Field Boots -- I feel like the back is too straight, and I just don't get that heel lock-in at all. I have far too many boots from many brands, and this hasn't been a common issue for me.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

100% agree. This is a rare issue for me as well. It ends up turning me off wearing these, especially since I tend to wear boots trekking everywhere. Even that slight degree of less heel lock-in makes a difference!

[@casuallyworked]

After owing multiple Aldens and GS, GS have never had QC issues, while my Alden pairs have had QC issue. Just recently I bought some snuff Indies and the speed hooks are misaligned :/

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Oh that's rough. I've never owned any Aldens but I've heard the quality hasn't been so great in recent years. How do you like the Indies aside from that?

[@casuallyworked]

@@BabblingBootsReviews I would argue the Indy is a classic within the whole GYW world and with good reason. Looks great and they are very comfortable.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Great to know. I’ll have to get my hands on a pair next!

[@davel2734]

@@BabblingBootsReviewsGrant stones are great but your boot journey won’t be complete without a pair of Indies.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

@@davel2734 Yeah I really need to get a pair! I might try to buy some lightly used ones on Ebay if I can find them for a good price

[@J.J.McQuade]

Are they narrow? I don’t mind not having a cap, but I don’t want them looking clunky like iron rangers. While you wear them, from the top view of the wearer do they look wide or clunky? Or do they look rather sleek?

[@rockymtnstyle]

Good handling on the China topic. Agree with everything you said. Quality is quality regardless of where it comes from.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Thanks man! It's definitely a touchy subject for some but I do feel like most people that I've come across seem to appreciate Grant Stone's quality regardless of where they are made.

[@markdunn1931]

I have the GS Ottawa, love it. I bought the Chelsea very well made boot, It's just a little stubby. cheers...

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

I’m looking to get a pair of Ottawas for myself next - the new Antique Cognac Pebble Grain is calling my name!

[@arindambasu9850]

GS is coming out with brogue captoes this fall. Those should be right in your wheelhouse. I think they are going to called the Garrison boot.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

I'll have to set some money aside so I can be ready buy, haha.

[@watso014]

I am a GS fan although I have struggled with fit on a few different purchases. Those Vibergs look incredible. I’m saving up

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

I definitely recommend them! I think the brown chromexcel Vibergs from Brooklyn Clothing are a classic.

[@certainstrength]

It's true about the hierarchy of boots. Here's mine: Viberg Natty CXL Service Boot 1035 last Viberg Anthracite Roughout Service Boot 1035 last Viberg Oak Chromepak Service Boot 2030 last Red Wing Roughout Iron Ranger White's MP Boot I do regret the whites because they don't fit very well What's your hierarchy?

[@BB-gl7zt]

Caswell is great. They've got a couple custom offerings as well that look really intriguing. Waiting for their fall stock to drop!

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

How would you compare the quality of Caswell to Grant Stone if you own both? I noticed they are starting to get into hand-welted boots that have more of a heavy workboot style. I'm excited to see where that goes!

[@BB-gl7zt]

@@BabblingBootsReviews I just own Caswell, Viberg, parkhurst, no Grant Stone unfortunately. I'm with you I prefer cap toes though I heard GS will launch a dedicated cap toe line soon. Regarding the Caswell vs GS, the former is more comparable to parkhurst in quality just from my experience. Wish I had GS to give you proper insight.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

I’ll definitely have to get my hands on a pair of Caswells next then. (Also, that’s exciting re: the possible GS lineup!)

[@brunonjezic6208]

Interesting. My brass boots are having the same heel problem on my c/b feet

[@brunonjezic6208]

but to be fair they are really beautiful boots, great proportions, incredible smell as well , and it got better with time but still a bit of heel slip at the moment

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Hmm, I guess it's a Grant Stone specific thing with their last shape then. Glad to know I'm not just imagining the issue and you can confirm it's a real thing! Haha

[@brunonjezic6208]

. from the context it seems moste people that get perfect fit seem to have full d feet. Maybe the slip we are talking about comes from thinner feet in combination with this heel shape.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Probably! Just gotta keep buying Vibergs then and kill the wallet haha.

[@DBible]

off topic, but what is the watch you are wearing? Looks like Hirsch Liberty Strap.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

It’s a Shinola Runwell. I actually made the watch strap myself by hand haha. I’ve never heard of Hirsch but those are some nice looking straps. Probably a bit more cleanly made than my own haha

[@BobBafaro-ee9ck]

What size are you and do you want to sell those? I love my Diesels on the Leo last. Love that Stead leather.

[@BobBafaro-ee9ck]

Sorry, should have waited until end of video😂 , sorry to small.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Haha all good - hope you get your hands on some though! The leather is amazing.

[@jonboy8181]

As far as heel slippage, you might just need to break them in?

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

I actually already broke these in. I think it might be a Grant Stone specific last issue, as there’s another viewer who had the same problem.

[@Ohios1Cheesehead]

Captoe is the way to go. I've been eying their forest kudu which is captoe

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

There’s just something about the captoe look; it makes the boot feel a little more ‘complete’ imo.

[@___dh__dh__]

Check out Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill for a nice non cap toe

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

I actually did a video on my Higgins Mill hightop sneakers in Loden suede and really like them! Wish they had the boots in Loden suede too

[@Basboy]

Your boot just ran away at 14:13. At least you can wear your Grant Stones more now.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

Haha yeah I have a boot ghost living in my house. That’s why I always have a few spare boot pairs, just in case

[@MdIbrahim-vr8ej]

❤❤❤

[@HeritageCast]

Something fun donate these boots to a homeless shelter and do a charity drive

[@sundayduffer]

My brother loves grant stone… i dont.

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

I’m with you on that one!

[@sundayduffer]

@@BabblingBootsReviews lately i just too lazy to lace up hence been reaching for blundstone redback rossi chelseas .. slip on and go… lol

[@BabblingBootsReviews]

That’s the major appeal of chelseas for me too. I actually wear them to the airport for easy on / off lol.

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

Gay