Honest Red Wing boot review

My last 10 years worth of Red Wings. I typically follow a 3 day rotation schedule.
Boot #'s
2214
2233
3219
4470
2218

[@MoMan.88]

I have a pair of Redwing Pecos 1155 and I love them, they are awesome!!

[@janishahoward6276]

They are the best, I own a pair as well

[@edreretana9229]

@@janishahoward6276 they are I had 4 pairs but I gave a pair to my dad due to small for me and now I have 3 pairs plus a pair of pecos 866. Best boots hands down

[@PenggoyUnggoy]

How are they with sizing? Do they ran larger than sneaker size?

[@antekknoll6568]

Amazing your complaints, and keep buying?? I have 11eee so my choices in boots are limited 😊

[@gregoriojuarez1579]

Thorogood boots brother, I've a pair for 1 year and 3 months. All I had to do it change the sole because a kid threw OJ inside of them. Comfy AF! I'm on my feet 10 hours a day working for the Railroad.

[@ryankelly1846]

I have redwings for cold/wet weather and thprogood mocs for fried warmer weather and I gotta say they both have held up great, 1.5 years on redwings and over 2 on the thorogood but holy shit those thorogood mocs are legit the most comfortable boots i own

[@F.R.G317]

Same my thorogood moc toes and slip on are amazing and are holding up great!

[@andrewc9790]

The 2231 Pecos is the best boot money can buy. If you're struggling to choose a style, that's the one to get. The minilug tread wears fast in concrete and metal grate, in the dirt your safe.

[@AgonxOC]

Problem is that the 2231, which I own are basically a 2233, which I also own and he hates. I like both my 2233 and 2231. The 2233 are older and have been resoled with Vibram, the 2231 still have the original Super Soles. I actually think the Super Soles are super comfortable, but they do wear out pretty quickly and if replace the welt you might run into the problem he had (Leader separating from the sole). I absolutely love my 2233 and I recommend them all the time. My uppers are pretty good and I keep my boots moist and with a nice coat of wax on the toe for protection.

[@raiderracer2003]

The 2233 boots do well in some places and horrible in others. When I worked factory on 0 grade concrete they did great for me. And word of warning on the 2218 the soles freeze solid when it gets really cold then they feel like you have ice blocks strapped to your feet otherwise they are amazing

[@AgonxOC]

I really enjoy my 2233, but the soles do wear out pretty fast. I have resoled mine with Vibram, not as comfortable, but a lot more durable than Super Soles... Also if you redo the welt at all, it must be done by a really good cobbler.

[@froggerjohn427]

No shit I almost got a pair of loggers with the same lace system as your 2233’s, I’m glad I went with the pecos Wellington style.

[@adamjaeger5290]

Try the Red Wing Pecos. Mine have lasted for up to 8 years. I also wear them riding my Harley,and they hold up great.

[@PenggoyUnggoy]

How is it with sizing? I’ve bought the 875 with the sizing they gave me and now its loose whilst i bought the iron ranger half size smaller fits perfect

[@kevinklepp9526]

Those slip in boots are the best boot I think I ever bought comfy and they wore like steel

[@ryankelly1846]

Ive got 5 years on those loggers so far. They aren't my everyday year round biit but see consistent winter wear (mine are insulated) doing tree removal. Recently cleaned, conditioned and applied some waterproofing to them along with new insoles and they're good as new. Going to grab some pull ons this year if I can find them since I live in the northeast

[@Rikucaster18]

Pair of 2270’s here. They’ve lasted me over 10 years with great care. Apparently they don’t make these anymore. Anyone been able to find a pair? Thanks.

[@greeniembush4106]

Love the work boots do you sell your workboots on Ebay? Because I'd like to buy them.

[@lsumaniac2485]

The 2233 is the most rugged comfortable boot I've ever owned, to bad you had a bad experience but man I would never own another pair, the combination of 100 percent made in USA tanned leather in the s.b. tannery, the construction is top notch with the puritan triple stitch down the the hybrid welt, the only downside to the boot is the sole but the went for comfort over durability, but I put the vibram lugs on the resole and get alot more life out of them but does sacrifice some cushion. I've never had a 2233 boot come unattached from the midsole like that and I'm sure red wing would make that right for you they have top of of class customer service in my experience. Anyway just my thoughts on the boot, and another boot I recommend is the 2414.

[@Eyore82]

I personally can't do the 2414's, only because they're insulated. I'm a welder and my feet get HOT! Any insulation is too much insulation for me. That's why i go with boots like the 2233, 2218 and the pecos 4470. I do wish they offered the supersole 2.0 on the 2233's. I think that would make a great combo!

[@boogaloobaloo]

@@Eyore82 both of those are supersole without insulation. I've been eyeing the 3508s since I heard they came with that combo.

[@Eyore82]

@@boogaloobaloo Damn i wish i would've seen those 3508's last month. Just bought another new pair of pecos, because my boot allowance was maxed out.. Hopefully they're still making them next year when I'm maxed out again. I'd love to give them a try!

[@boogaloobaloo]

@@Eyore82 It's hard to keep up with their catalog of boots sometimes. I would've missed these myself had a coworker not mentioned them.

[@froggerjohn427]

I had a pair of thorogoods that blew out on the side seem where it’s threaded to the sole after 1 year. Chased me straight into redwing and I’m not going to look back.

[@raymundo3001]

I just saw some pecos pull up boots for $70 maybe a display model but didn't buy...I was thinking they would do good for cold but reading comments seems they're not suitable for cold environment.

[@AgonxOC]

Too bad you didn't like the 2233. I really like my 2233, but I will say my Super Soles did not last. Mine have Vibram soles now. With the super sole welt, you have to be cautious on cobbler you pick for the resoles.

[@Eyore82]

I did like the 2233's initially (and still do as a yardwork boot). It was the soles that upset me. They never ever should've worn out that fast! I also had mine resoled with vibram. They should've come like that from the factory

[@johndewitt719]

I think you can still buy the pull up boots in some stores.

[@coltonswindell689]

The 2214s?

[@paulbunyun4479]

looks like you take really good care of your boots as you stated..cleaned up nicely

[@boodro2122]

I just bought some 2231, steel toe, pull on Pecos. Out of the box they are uncomfortable. Like walking on granite. Bought some Dr. Scholls and that fixed the in sole, obviously. Now though, the top of the boot is pretty tight on the top of my foot. My question is, after working in them, do you think they will break in and become comfortable? I work on the deck in a steel foundry, shifting weights. So I'll put them through a torture test very quickly. You seem to have extensive experience on RedWing, so I'd like to know what you think. Thank you. I paid $217 for them, by the way.

[@Eyore82]

Honestly, I think you'll be fine. Pecos typically take some time to break in, because the leather is higher quality than most, and then become ridiculously comfortable.. And yeah, i like to rip out the original insoles and replace them with dr sholes too. Just make sure you don't double them up. If you do, you run the risk of stretching the leather too much, resulting in a side blowout. The boots themselves should well outlast those mini lug soles. I've personally had 2 sets of mini lugs fail prematurely, due to the "harsh" weld shop environment. The good news is..they're relatively inexpensive to replace with some high quality Vibram soles. Keep them oiled, let them break in for a while, and enjoy them! Also, keep me posted.. I'm interested to know how they hold up against the demand of the foundry!

[@boodro2122]

@@Eyore82 Will do. I will keep you posted. Thank you for the reply and advice. I DID double them up. I will be removing the original before I wear them again. Thanks!

[@adamjaeger5290]

When buying red wings ,tell the sales person you plan on inserting an insole. They will size your boot specifically ,and that should solve the issue your having.

[@dougallen3793]

They still make the first pair of boots, I just saw them at my local redwing store about 2 weeks ago

[@AgonxOC]

They make similar, not quite the same number.

[@levimandel4787]

Have u ever wore 1299 boots ? By red wing so many different pecos styles ….

[@ecgodsmack86]

Do you use the original sole inserts or do you use another brand like Dr. Schouls?

[@Eyore82]

It depends on the boot, and what type of heel it has. For the pecos boots, i typically stick with Dr Scholl's work Insoles. I save the original Insoles, and use them as a template for trimming the new ones. And for boots with a fairly flat sole, I'll use a drop-in Dr Scholl's heel and arch support, along with a thin Dr Scholl's insole.. All are readily available and reasonably priced. For boots like the lace up 2233's, they come with a Poron insole. I've never needed to replace one, and they're my personal favorite type of insole. I honestly don't know if they'd even be replaceable without destroying the boot..

[@swink7302]

PECOS 2231 FOR LIFE

[@domino3055]

I am i love redwing

[@SleepyNine]

Opinions on the 866? I want them but don’t know if the break in will kill me or not

[@Eyore82]

I don't have any personal experience with the 866's, but generally speaking, most red wing boots have a slightly longer than "normal" break-in (compared with cheap china boots).. But i do know most of my red wing pecos boots haven't been too terribly bad with break-in. I usually just wear them to church for the first month or two. Couple hours here and there during the week.. Then they're pretty well good to go into full time rotation. I guess it really depends on what you're using them for, and if the break-in period will be a deal breaker for you.

[@SleepyNine]

@@Eyore82 I work construction so I wear my boots 10-14 hours a day. I’ve been wearing Irish setters for the last 2 1/2 years and love them but want to go with a slip on from red wings now. I love the look of 866 but I’ve been told the break in is brutal so I didn’t know if they would be worth it.

[@Eyore82]

@@SleepyNine Compared to Irish setters, I'm sure the red wing would be harder to break in. Also, i think you'd be disappointed with the durability of those Christy soles in a construction company. They're comfortable, but they wear fast.

[@SleepyNine]

@@Eyore82 I’ve been wearing those soles on my Irish setters. Only issue I’ve had is the toe on the sole goes smooth but the front of my Mac toes usually split open and reveal the steel toe before the sole wears down bad enough

[@barryjohnchongaran]

How about the 8264

[@Eyore82]

I don't own them... but I'm sure the boots are fine. It's the super soles that are an issue. In my experience, the soles wear out in just a couple months.

[@kristofernewton422]

Any Comments on the 1132's??

[@Eyore82]

Yes, they are a great boot! I now own 2 new pairs of them. The leather is very high quality. And the soles are comfortable enough to wear them all day with no problems! I will caution you against wearing them in snow, or on wet/slick surfaces. There's basically zero tread grip in those situations. I've personally slipped and fallen several times while wearing them in the snow, and on wet/rainy finished (waxed) floors, like in Walmart entrances. They are a fantastic fair weather boot though! I wear them regularly, spring through fall.

[@ELEVOPR]

I'd sell my boots before I pay $150 for resoling my boots, that price includes shipping and tax, with the proceeds of the new boots, I'd buy me a new pair. All their boots aren't perfect, I'm sure they have a few bad apples like other companies. They should of taken care of these model boot owners, maybe someone got greedy?

[@Eyore82]

I think you're probably right. They definitely had a bad run of them. My guess is that they outsourced the soles for cheap, and didn't have any way to correct the issue. For me, the actual purchase price of the boot isn't an issue, since I'm reimbursed through my company. That being said, i was willing to pay out of pocket for the re-sole, because the boots themselves were initially very comfortable to wear. I also think that my local redwing guy did a sub-par job on the re-sole.. However, that never would've been an issue, if the boots would have come from redwing with a good sole.

[@lsumaniac2485]

Keep in mind the 2233 is 100 percent made in the USA no outsourcing on this boot at all

[@Eyore82]

@@lsumaniac2485 That's all I'll buy from them now is the 100% made in the USA 🇺🇸.. And that being said, i WILL buy the 2233's again, and hopefully have better results next time. I'd truly like to believe that they just had a bad run of soles.

[@augustinreyes73]

Industrial welder?…i got some pecos 2231….plumber here…climbing ladders…digging trenches…walking on roof tops…don’t know what welders do…those lace ups you like are a joke…welders just stand and weld😂

[@QuartBernstein311]

Should've switched to Nicks or gone with Thorogood for cheaper. Insanity is doing the same mistake over and over again. AF Boots is also good if you can find them. That leather is shite for $300.

[@Eyore82]

I'm going to try nick's this year. I just had to wait for my boot allowance at work to build back up.

[@AgonxOC]

None of these boots are 300 bucks, if you are paying 300 for a 2233 or anything on this line, you are being taken for a ride. And how is the leather shite on these?

[@andrewc9790]

One year update is due... please.

[@Eyore82]

Thanks for watching.. the update is coming soon

[@jamiesmith8406]

They stills sell pecos

[@rustyshackleford5111]

Get a pair of 1155’s

[@HotRodsPest]

My next purchase will be 1178. I have 1155, but have worn 1132, 1142 and 1159 for yrs so not used to the heel.

[@nintendontbutdo5507]

Number one suggestion imo stop breathing so freaking loud in the video. Liked the content but you lost me when you put the mic in your mouth.