Origin Maine American Bison Boot

It takes a lot to surprise me after so many boot reviews. Most boots are based on a popular silhouette then tweaked: Moc toes, service boots, loggers, they all are popular for a reason. The Origin Maine American Bison Boot has me scratching my head though. Part work boot, part hiker, part athletic shoe, it seems to take inspiration from many different places. It's refreshing to see a truly unique model like this, and it really does a lot of things well which is no easy task! Most importantly though is that this boot (like all Origin products) is made here in the USA with 100% domestic components. The dream child of one man who decided the status quo simply isn't good enough.
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Reviews of clothing, boots, and accessories for men, along with style advice and life philosophy. I've been working with my hands for my entire life as a mechanic, tow truck driver, and eventually a licensed electrician. Being a blue collar guy, I look for certain elements in a product: is it durable? Is it high-quality? Will it perform well over its service life? Whether boots, pants, jackets, or tools I believe it's best to buy once and cry once by getting the best you can afford. With so many options these days, choosing the best product can become a difficult decision, but that's where I come in. Helping you stay stylish, rugged, and handsome.
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[@CarlMurawski]

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[@iklutah]

Please take the tour. I'd love to see you talking with Jocko!

[@Jar0fMay0]

That would be awesome.

[@carvingglaciers]

Jocko lives in California

[@jimjohn95]

He most likely wouldn’t be talking to jocko

[@populustremula7496]

I sold all kinds of boots through a mountaineering store in Western Colorado for 15 years and then sold that business and opened a footwear specific store which I owned and ran for another 16 years. What caught my eye here and made me watch the video was the bison leather, the heel counter design and the sole. Tanning bison hide is not the same as cow hide. A now defunct company called H. S. Trask got into it in the early 2000's. Figuring out how to stabilize bison was their biggest problem because it tends to stretch out of shape easily. Only time will tell if the boots here are successful in that regard. As for the heel counters, imagine the direction of travel of your shoes when you walk. Having a counter that laps such that the piece of leather used for the counter is exposed to sticks and rocks coming at it in a manner that such things can wedge up under the leather and/or the stitches as you stride forward is a formula for premature wear and stitch failure. And lastly, ripple soles do add a bit of cushioning to the boot by the inherent design but ripple soles hold mud like no other sole made and most of the time that mud has to be removed using a tool of some sort (at the very least a stick). If you are an urban type this may not matter much as you live in a paved environment but if you get into mud plan on having some work to do. I would opt for another sole type per what the guy in the video said was available. Aesthetically they DO look nice though, if appearance is your top priority.

[@frankfattore989]

That’s Jocko’s company! I’d Jove to see a review of the business!

[@josuelitos]

Jocko is affiliated with Origin but he's not the owner, Brian Roberts is.

[@josuelitos]

It's Pete Roberts company.

[@charlesbronson240]

Jocko Willink?

[@debm3780]

@@charlesbronson240 yes

[@kiara-kh7nh]

As a jiu jitsu practitioner; Yes! Definitely head up there to interview, I’d love to see it

[@ronherman6033]

Jocko does nothing half assed...jeans, boots, podcasts, life in general.... he is the man.

[@CH-bp3bj]

I meant to message you about reviewing this company. It would be rad to see you take a tour of the factory, hear an interview with the owner etc...Thank you for the great content. I hope to hear more about Origin Maine.

[@zachs.7760]

Very interested in that kind of content, and I hope to see you take some more road trips to meet and greet with manufacturers.

[@swankybubbles77]

Boots look great, love the fact that they are 100% American made with America components (I personally will not send another dime to any boot company that makes their boots in Mexico, Brazil, China, or anywhere else where I believe the primary impetus is to increase profit margins. But my main issue here is the Poron mid. Please please, bootmakers everywhere - use leather. Real leather. Don't cut corners. If I wanted to buy a sneaker, I'd buy a sneaker. Use leather - and please bring back the shoe industry to the United States!!

[@650tonyd]

Lot of cowboy boots are made in Leon Mexico! Some of the best boot makers in the world are down there

[@liamcox9043]

It's great to see a reviewer so genuinely excited about the products they're covering

[@michaelthompson5875]

It's just about 2 pm eastern and I just tried to visit their website. It would seem that Carl's review has crashed it!!!! Thanks for the great info and keep up the good work Carl!

[@jordanaethelric2614]

I love that upper design and logo! Effortlessly refreshing.

[@Iwan2ride]

First, great review. I'm glad you hit so many points on the boot that can't really be seen from pictures on a website. Second, yes please do more on origin and take them up on that tour offer. I've been a big fan of this company for a long time, coming at it originally from the view of a BJJ practicioner looking for someone to make gear with a fresh outlook. The owner Pete and his business partner Jocko are some very dynamic individuals and their business ethos is on point.

[@TheMwasson]

I would love to see a follow-up review, how are these in the long term? How did those ripple soles last?

[@karbonkevin919]

Good content! Love you supporting our companies here in the usa! 🇺🇸 ❤ When will we see your boot collection? And yes take a tour with them!

[@joshuataylor81]

Would absolutely enjoy more videos like this and touring manufacturers at work. Thanks for all the ones you've already done too! Great job! Keep it up!

[@thursday4267]

It'd be really cool if you went up there and made a video about Origin Maine. I'd definitely watch!

[@timothythegreat6294]

ill support anything you do ✊ great honesty great style great voice 🙏

[@paulpereira9317]

I love the upper. I just won’t seriously consider buying until they either: 1) Goodyear welt (please do this Origin!) OR 2) Offer another solid resole option. I’m not really buying the “built for life” aspect of this boot if it’s not Goodyear welted/able to be resoled by most cobblers.

[@retiredgoon512]

Yes......go up to Maine, tour the facility, and get back to us! 👍

[@harlequin5817]

Rossi boots have been making a ripple sole boot for decades in Australia. They were very popular in a desert boot style in the 70s. These boots look the business.

[@stigmsr1]

Glad you got the Origin boots. Damn you went right to the top with the Bison boots too. I didn't have the balls to go for the sandrail tread on mine but glad you did. Hell yeah go up to visit them!

[@mad0uche]

I love the vibram lug sole so much I don't wanna stray away

[@carvingglaciers]

They have that as an option

[@mad0uche]

@@carvingglaciers yeah I just saw, $300-370 ooooof

[@carvingglaciers]

@@mad0uche they have other leathers around the $200-275 range

[@ydochoss]

I would definitely like to see more about them. Never heard of them till you showed us!

[@henryhartley9993]

Hiya Carl, a company in the UK use a similar type of sole, the difference being at the mid sole the tread is reversed so you have grip both ways....you're right about finding anything that's homemade anymore, here in the UK its virtually impossible unless you're spending top dollar....

[@vitaly6312]

Thanks for reviewing these! I definitely commented since I found out about their jeans and boots. You’re always the go to for info.

[@TEstevao]

I go to school right in Farmington! If you do go for a tour Carl, I've got to get a handshake or something from you

[@allencaruthers867]

Thanks for talking about these boots, I like their presence and functionality. Also, for me, I love Bison, so that's a plus.

[@IDGBZ]

Like to see more on Origin Main American bison boot. Co worker brought them to my attention.

[@arphaksad01]

Origin also makes great jeans. Got a pair and like them. I don't work for Origin. Heard about on Jocko's podcast

[@jonnyoliver9706]

Would love to see the factory and hear about origin Maine those boots look amazing

[@72swinger360]

Great video. I've never heard of these guys. Thanks for the introduction. You'd be crazy to turn down a factory tour!

[@666Necropsy]

i had a pair of my military boots resoled with this. terrible for woodland condition. on the pavement/ dry ground i found they absorbed a good amount of impact. very comfortable marching.

[@Scarywoody]

Yes, love the factory tour videos.

[@kennlawson6807]

I love the unique look and that it has no heel. As you said they look like a great all around boot. Yes, please take the tour.

[@Godspeed_KINI]

Definitely more Origin reviews!

[@georgegiesbrecht8224]

Yes! I'd love to see more of their company

[@georgegiesbrecht8224]

Especially their denim

[@duconce]

These are the most comfortable boots, bought with the Christy black Vibrams. I think they are the nicest boots I have ever owned. These are to nice for work a better casual dress

[@gr8990]

Yes, please check them out. Origin boots and jeans look awesome. Those soles were originally meant for sand. I first saw them on combat boot from the late 90’s. In fact, more than a few guys had them when we invaded Iraq in 2003.

[@CarlMurawski]

Very cool! I didn’t know that

[@AJ3000_]

We’ve had them since Vietnam

[@gr8990]

Brown Thought have we really? They are so comfortable that it doesn’t surprise me. But I’m only familiar with the Altama desert boots with the ripple soles.

[@AJ3000_]

G R yeah we had them on our black leather jungle boots, I think ranger joes still sell them too

[@nadinesmoske1838]

Sure ! Go visit...tell them pls, SAME design but narrower width, for women’s skinny long feet...(10.5-11W or 8.5 -9 M). Also a few additional leathers bison with more texture..Badalassi ?Nemesis (?) and additional colors such as burgundy? Oxblood ? Mix the veg tan w the rough of same ...Thanks

[@DalesLeatherworks]

awesome!! I just picked up some Truman Boots in black shrunken bison myself, turns out bison is a great hide!!

[@brandanchase8591]

Have a pair of the same bison pair with christy outer sole. These are by far my favorite for being a crossover style

[@CWD2006]

How's the sizing ? Should I order regular sneaker size or 1/2 size smaller ?

[@brandanchase8591]

CWD2006 I was concerned about the same thing. I’m a 12 - 1/2 for normally and decided to go with just the 12. I think I made the right decision. I had zero break in time 👌🏻

[@heiner71]

@@brandanchase8591 , how about width? I see they offer D and 2E. Do they feel roomy? I am a size E with some brands. I own 2E Red Wings and they are a bit too roomy.

[@paulbadenhop2865]

Also, one of the owners is a decorated Navy SEAL. American made with Veterans involved, I’m getting a pair. I also want to try their jeans out.

[@madeinusafan8133]

That's a very thorough review. Those are some excellent boots.

[@rodz7910]

Yes, would love to see the factory where they are made and in the future can you do an on feet with the boots you review and also tell us what you are wearing in the videos you do with links to those products? Thanks, awesome videos.

[@LKS-1976]

I have a pair with the black Christy sole, love em. The insole sucked for me, replaced it with my hiking shoe insoles, feels great now.

[@JimStPaul]

I’d like to see that factory tour video. I’d like to see you roll with Jocko even more. 😁

[@CarlMurawski]

I think it'd be awesome!

[@DDIAZ-we4dz]

if their boots are anything like their BJJ gis then you have a damn fine boot there. origin gis are amazing and among some of the best in the business shy of a one off custom made product.

[@shawnjohnson7680]

Definitely go tour that factory and get more in depth with these guys.

[@shawnjohnson7680]

They also have some jeans as well. Expensive for my budget, but look great.

[@lenmueller9702]

Hey Carl, why don’t you do a video about your favorite power tools. I’m looking for a new cordless drill and sawzall and I could use your advise.

[@mcrickyd32]

check out project farm if you haven't already

[@milomodo]

Great review! How does the sizing go for these boots? Half/full size up or down from brannock size?

[@garretvernon8176]

The guys at Origin seem awesome and I’m digging the product and how they’re doing things, so more content with them would be great!

[@Digger927]

Always fun to see new stuff even if I wouldn't necessarily buy or wear it. I do dig that leather! Please do take the tour if you get the chance.

[@JHorvathCinema]

Just to clarify, there is a ton of sewing capacity at almost any level of production here, my company will do anything from a single sample to about 5000 pieces and we are tiny, but companies will put margin ahead of all else and everybody has to hit their price point. Obviously Carhartt couldn’t go 100% US as you said, but they get enough halo effect from having some US made stuff that they can still import the rest and get better margins or more competitive prices, while still maintaining the heritage image. Everybody wants to support US made, but most people don’t want to pay for it

[@deeplypresent]

Nice boots and great video as always! Where did you get that shirt? I love the collar and buttons. Need get one like that! Never mind I found it 😊. Love Taylor stitch!

[@havokbjj1302]

They started in Jiu-Jitsu GIS and there’s boots look good

[@matthewbancroft5100]

Hi Carl, maybe consider reviewing Limmer hiking boots. American made and some say the best hiking boots ever made. Cheers

[@CarlMurawski]

Thank you, these look incredible! Do you have a pair?

[@matthewbancroft5100]

No, I got Meindel from Cabellas, also good but not custom made, maybe next pair. They cost about $1000 I think. Keep up the good reviews!

[@j79meyerify]

Would definitely be interested in the tour video

[@oklahomahank2378]

Timex makes a watch which they claim to be US made except the movement, so case, strap, box, etc. I would like to know more about origin. How do the boots fit? As someone who rides a motorcycle, I would like to know if boots flex side to side. I realize boots not made for riding are not going to have the ankle protector, but rigidity matters.

[@mikemcfarland1801]

Check out silverado work boots. And Mark Albert boots. Made in Somerset pa. And afaik the silverado work boots are 100% domestically sourced and under $200

[@lenmiller8574]

Carl, we need more videos from you.

[@CarlMurawski]

Entirely new show coming soon! I’ve been working on something I really hope you’ll like. 😁

[@lenmiller8574]

Carl Murawski I’m sure it will be awesome!

[@nikikho]

would love to see how they craft those boots , hoping to see a workshop with the old traditional ways of handling leather .

[@shadhutchison6578]

Yep! A tour and review of their product

[@valetudo025]

Very cool boots. I wish they made a model that you could resole or rebuild

[@jasongaudreau2075]

I believe it’s jocko willink related. I’m vaguely remember a Joe Rogan podcast, which would explain the jiu jitsu community reference. Not to mention I am a NH native and resident. Quite expensive, but wear in beautifully. Wouldn’t be surprised if they end up on manch Hollywood sets and costume artist closets for historical realism.

[@MrBradclack]

I think it's funny these guys now make jeans I use to wear origin jeans in the 90's but they were New Zealand made, and owned

[@frankrizzo7185]

Great channel and nice boots Carl. The review of their plant would be very interesting! I have a pair of Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill and these remind me of them.

[@1eparry]

Not for me but I’d love to know more about these guys.

[@ThePaPappy]

@ Carl Murawski Love those boots ! Remind me of old style work boots. How is the footbed ? Is there an arch built into them ? Thanks for the vids !

[@richardrivard487]

I have a pare of the whiskey Coronado big lug and I love them

[@blueband8114]

Just added Origins site to my home page, some great boots on there. Always check your site for clothing tips, thanks for keeping me spending..

[@chancelorolsen5903]

Jack of all trades, master of none

[@douglassteltenkamp]

The problem with carhart is when they moved their jacket production to Mexico . There was Zero reduction in price. Tractor Supply was an authorized dealer. I own vintage American made jackets. Mexico produced was the same price I checked and was flabbergasted at this fact .

[@nashroberts3115]

I'm not sure if this is in your field of expertise but I would find it very helpful if you did a review on some sort of grooming kit. Maybe your current set and past sets as well as ones to avoid.

[@joytekb]

Have a Trask american bison boots ,made in Italy.Incredible leather.

[@peterbukourasjr6449]

By the way I’m a big fan I love your videos keep up the good work

[@RawMikeIce]

Interview the owner Pete Roberts! Tour the factory!

[@TheJacali]

I absolutely love the flat outsole! I’ve been designing a custom pair of flat boots for myself and these are amazing!!! I won’t have to order custom!!! Hell ya! (I have foot problems so I can’t wear heeled footwear). I love that the outsole is flat but I’m not a huge fan of the super aggressive tread. If it was staggered and not just rows of lines that’d be awesome that’s my one complaint. But I mean I’m gonna check em out online and see all the soles and if there’s a flat one without tread then boom 🤘

[@nickdealba1598]

Get up there and let’s see some more. Also are you going to be checking out Mark Albert Boots?

[@brandonwolker2939]

Hey Carl, what shirt are you wearing here? Looks like a decent weight and nice buttons.

[@billystpaul8907]

Second question. Not sure what kind welt that is...? Are these boots able to be resoled...?

[@CarlMurawski]

This is a combination welt which is stitchdown in front and almost a blake/bologna stitch in back. They can be resoled since the cobbler would remove the front stitching and then work from inside the boot at the heel. I agree, it's a pretty unique look and one I haven't seen before!

[@Laughing_Individual]

Hi Carl, Have you heard of Buffalo Jackson? They make heritage clothes and accessories and I've been looking at their waxed canvas bags. Any experience with them?

[@Legendary.gamer987]

Can you get these resoled? Maybe I missed it but do they have a Goodyear welt?

[@quincyfry6569]

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[@paulgray3370]

Great reviews! I would love to see more on Origin

[@andrabook8758]

If they make a barefoot runner too...im going to be SOOOO happy!

[@MarcusBingo]

Great boot and great companty!

[@nathanmieure4071]

I’m interested in Origin. Mainly their blue jeans. I didn’t know they made boots.

[@nunyabusinessfriend]

I’d love to see these guys make a “minimal” boot.

[@peterbukourasjr6449]

Carl Carl Carl, how can you show this boot right after a video with the nail shank boot,Maybe I’m just too old but that looks like a leather moon boot to me from the 70s or 80s

[@CarlMurawski]

Hahaha I’ve heard that quite a bit! It’s unique for sure, and won’t be everyone’s cup-o-tea

[@Baronboley]

Pretty interesting boot. I say if you the chance to check out the company, you should.

[@antoniovazquez1766]

Yes take the tour

[@trhenry87]

I had my girlfriend order me a pair of these with the natural christy sole for christmas. Really looking forward to getting them. Please go hang with Pete and check out the factory. Also give their denim jeans a try, they're fantastic. Same style as their boots, a jack of all trades, wear them to work in the yard or take the wife to dinner.

[@johnwolf1113]

How did the boots hold up?

[@ottohesslein3230]

My Thursday boots had a sticker that said "Designed in New York, Made in Mexico."

[@ELEVOPR]

Love the Bison Boot with those Brown Copper tones. At $360 plus tax, That's almost $400 🤦🏼‍♂️ I'm going to have to go to my bank and ask for a small personal loan 😬 Thanks for sharing this video.

[@Shawtwahla]

Is that shirt wool, Carl? What brand is it?

[@timberhills1778]

Haven't seen You for awhile hope You are well,missed Your videos

[@CarlMurawski]

I’ve been working on something special. Livestream this Friday and new episodes beginning the week after! I’ll make it worth the wait, I promise.

[@LazyJacques]

Sorry, what was that about a boot? I couldn't stop staring at the kickass Oris Aquis with the amazing green dial on your wrist...

[@marcolson4493]

Yes, tell me more. I travel,always looking for outdoor activities. I think the Christy wedge sole works well for most .I like Joe Rogan, you guys will be a homerun.

[@drzaius844]

I’m not a fan of the soles, but I appreciate the video. Really like that wool shirt you’re wearing though!

[@victorkrese6727]

They look very interesting. I’m going to check out the website to see if they can be resoled