Ranking 50 Boots From Worst To Best

[@keithpadgett5527]

You put two Thursday boots ahead of the Nicks Americana. Dude, that is downright comical.

[@t4rbrah899]

We drank everytime he said Chelsea, now I can't drive home 😂

[@Forests0fFantasy]

The Oakley boots are known in the military to be mostly worn by desk jockies. The boots you usually see Infantry or Combat MOS service members wearing is either Belleville c320s or Garmonts (T8 Bifida or T8 NFS). I wore Garmonts on my last deployment and got a new set of Bellevilles after I got back from it

[@johnsambo9379]

Most people are support or desk jockeys. Very few people actually see any combat.

[@dooginator2008tx]

I’m Infantry and wear specifically the Nike SFB. They’re amazing for the all running and rucking that goes on in the Infantry world. Oakley, Nike, and Garmont are the top three for combat MOS.

[@Forests0fFantasy]

@@dooginator2008tx I converted from the Garmonts T8 Bifidas to the Belleville c320s after my last combat deployment to Syria. I have wide feet, so the metal tabs on the Garmonts are what made them uncomfortable for me after a while. Comfort wise the Bellevilles are superior, in my opinion. But the Garmonts served me well for hundreds of miles of ruck marches, water crossings, and in the middle east. Hopefully the Bellevilles have that same level of ruggedness. From a fellow 11B

[@thejakein7867]

Anyone can buy a boot. Just because desk jockeys buy a boot don't mean shit. And no one purposefully buys Belleville boots. They are the worst

[@Forests0fFantasy]

@thejakein7867 just because Belleville makes boots that are issued, doesn't mean their other models are lacking. The C320 fixed an issue I personally had with the constricted ankle box of the Garmont T8 Bifida. Put in lots of ruck marches, runs, and field problems, no complaints

[@Jake-mn2hy]

Did Thursday sponsor your video, if not you must be hoping they will!

[@MrFreeGman]

Of course they did

[@stephenbayley1441]

Brass boot beats every Thursday I own (even the Thursdays that didn't have major QC issues). I have the GS field boot too-same last. Beautiful.

[@fragranceinstinct]

Great list Will! Grant Stone Brass is my #1. Bought three pairs. The Floyd last works for me. Impeccable quality.

[@cdakskid]

The Wescos were my favorite of your boots. I hated the Viberg 310 last with the weird sprung toe but, I have to say, I think they are growing on me!

[@markgillum5709]

Grant Stone Brass Boot is my #1. You should review the GS Ottawa next time. I have about 15 of the boots on your list and agree with your choices. Great video.!

[@minnesota-hk1vp]

Awesome list….nice collection! My favorite is my truman 79 last….thanks for sharing

[@Mystery_Meat]

Great video! Love the fast start!

[@pbenjlo]

I own a pair of Blundstone and I don't consider myself a fanboy. They are far from being my favorite boots I own. But they are actually boots I used for hiking and I went into pretty deep water with them. They never leaked and kept my feet dry. I don't understand your statement, as this is a cemented construction. It's obviously much better for water than any traditional Goodyear welt or stitch down construction.

[@johulu985]

Same here. No leakage. He was just looking for another reason to hate on them.

[@Post_Leako]

The only boot from this list that I have is the Grant Stone Diesel which in April I'll have had for a year. It's the best shoe I've ever had tbh and has made me fall in love with Grant Stone. I'd love to try their other boots, especially the dark oak roughout chelsea you have. I was underwhelmed with the Thursday Vanguard I bought and ended up returning them cause they were too tight (I might need to go true to size with those). Would like to try their Captain eventually since it's their signature boot. Would also love to try the Iron Rangers since I wore them briefly in a Red Wing Store and REALLY liked how they fit. Also, what is your jacket?

[@smoothcast6940]

The best intro I ever seen in my life with no exaggeration

[@BootSpy]

We aim to get straight into it!

[@kmsharley75]

Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill and Liverpool Chelsea are so underrated.

[@mlawrence277]

This was really great! Thank you for sharing. Love your collection and knowledge of how to put my best boot forward!

[@Crackers2549]

That’s a hell of a boot collection you got their William. I agree with you on those Grant Stones #1… I got a couple pair of them. They’re awesome…! OK buddy, have a merry Christmas. God bless, Greg.

[@MrFrescocotone]

Amazing list and video again!

[@BootSpy]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@CatingtonYT]

The Taft boots look amazing , I’m getting myself a pair of those .

[@davidpalmer9014]

Glad Thursdays work for you, but I've had bad luck with them.

[@Jebro439]

Wow what a list. Happy Holidays

[@zachmitchell3049]

You love that Filson Denim SLC 😂 make a video on it. I'm considering buying one.

[@fullmetalroyal1216]

"I would eat these boots" - William from bootspy

[@BootSpy]

Guess what’s on the Christmas dinner menu

[@Parkerxy25]

I just got a pair of captains and wow they were comfortable out of the box… absolutely love them. Just added a pair of IR today… excited to break them in

[@MrFreeGman]

I hate how all these boot channels shill inferior Thursdays constantly. It's so obvious they get paid to do it too. It's one thing to say it's your personal top 50, but to claim it's a list from worst to best as if there's objectivity going into the list, and to then put Thursdays at #3 is just laughable. You're talking about a boot that's made by slave labor in Mexico, has a fake cap toe, uses cheap, thin leather, and uses synthetic materials in the insoles...

[@vincevigil2811]

You should try the lakeshore boot from Oak Street, they are amazing

[@oldman8141]

Good video next time do you think you could review men's boots please

[@jaslarue]

Lots of Chelseas, but none in the top ten. Interesting collection man. Thanks, enjoyed it.

[@SeanBrown-cj5um]

Love your videos!❤ Keep up the great work!

[@ro5omax]

Great summary. Any thoughts about red wing blacksmith? Seems slightly less casual that the iron ranger

[@jackster285]

That's some collection you have there. Most of my boots are Thursday boots & I'm wearing the Titan a lot at the moment - great in this sort of weather. Just splashed out on a pair of Grant Stone Diesel in Loden suede & love it. By the way, where did you get your shirt from?

[@Gabaghoul0000]

Merry Christmas Will

[@readyme]

I have Grant Stone Diesel in saddle tan (veg tan) headed my way. I am super excited about these. Honestly I am surprised they are your #1. My "grail" boot is the Nick's Americana. We shall see if I ever am able to throw that much money their way. I am in WA, so if I do I will be making the 5 hour drive to their shop to get measured for the perfect fit.

[@prasannagunarathna3475]

Does Redwing classic Chelsea come with lasing too ??

[@SmellsYemmy77]

Im in a tough pick, whether the diesel be my first brown or dark olive boot or the thursday captain natural or dark olive boot 🤔

[@randomname7636]

Merry Christmas William

[@vicbad4116]

what are your thoughts on Georgia logger boots , just bought them look good and not a big price . thanks

[@erikhartley2494]

What jeans do you find work the best with the tall engineer boots? Obviously you can’t wear tapered with those.

[@AndrewM83]

Very cool video 👍. Shout out from Kernersville

[@Wish1771]

Have you tried vintage foundry co boots?

[@jaxmanf]

What would you recommend for someone who’s looking for a semi dressy boot but has a wide foot? I wear Jim Greens normally and my Clarks chukkas really squeeze my foot

[@martinzendejas8423]

Those Oakley tactical boots are worn by so many military members and I do admit they can get uncomfortable after long periods of standing.

[@Forests0fFantasy]

Usually desk jockies wear the Oakleys

[@jakepetropoulos1074]

Belleville gang rise up

[@dangaines405]

I have quite a few boots and I agree that Grand Stone is a really good boot! I have the ones in kangaroo leather (light beige) and they rock!

[@ronaldcachoo]

You should compare the titan vs the captain stormkings. They look really similar apart from the captoe. Interested in if the lasts are the same or not etc

[@joeringelstein2303]

Ever try Zamberlan boots?

[@albertoclonado]

I love my GS Diesel CXL #8. I was expecting to see GS and Bordon’s Chelseas higher in the ranking! I highly recommend checking put Parkhurst boots

[@FrankFerrell1234]

Just ordered these diesels in Dark Burgundy Kudu because the Chromexcel was sold out. Did I do ok?

[@alinntimpu2943]

That par looks great. Kudu is a lot stronger and requires no maintenance beside some brushing. Post some photos if you can. Would love to see them in real life

[@RC-qc2nz]

I have a question. I have 9 pairs of Goodyear welted leather boots and I don't know which socks I should use. One says synthetic because the sweat will transport to the outside in the shoe and others say cotton. I let all my shoes dry at least 24 hours but mostly 48 hours so I have a rotation. Which material of socks do you use?. Great videos by the way and greetings from Germany 👌

[@BootSpy]

Merino wool all day - easily the best material you can wear for boot socks. Even for working out and in the summer

[@RC-qc2nz]

@@BootSpy nice. So they are the best when you sweat. My concern is that with woll or synthetic the leather is full of sweat.

[@MadelnMachines]

How are those Palladium boots sized?

[@Sonny_Crocket]

What color are those Captains?

[@aradoran]

William, for how much you like the Diesel, Viberg, and Captain, it absolutely blows my mind you never picked up a Parkhurst Allen or Richmond. Like what? Seriously my guy.

[@bootguy-d6n]

Because they don"t sponsor him

[@ExecuMutant]

Boy did I make a bunch of newbie mistakes. I didn't do research, just decided to buy Chelsea boots. Didn't measure my foot width and paid a bit beyond what I planned. Went to a shoe store near my job and walked out with a pair of Jack Erwin Chelsea's, using my basic shoe size. The insole is like a hardwood floor and even with thick wool socks my heels slip some with every step.

[@_JOMOMA]

You should definitely try the semi-dress boot from Whites it would fit your style and day to day lifestyle more.

[@christopherdavisson617]

I've said it so much. But I'd say Nick's, White's, and Red Wings are my favorite boot brands. Red Wings for the money are a great brand. My Blacksmiths and my 1907s are still holding up great. My White's 350 cruisers are probably the best fitting and most comfortable boots I own. My White's Fultons are a great work moc toe boot. And my Nick's Robert boots are the most well built and refined work boot that I've ever owned. Plus the brown waxed flesh looks better every day I have it.

[@strengthandbulkMadness]

The big question is do Viberg and Grant Stone render the Thursday boots obsolete?

[@BOBBAKOW]

Where do you suppose those origin boots would land if you owned those?

[@BB-gl7zt]

Good stuff dude. I figured the GS would be top 3 but wow. Pick up a Kreosote, would love to hear your thoughts on that

[@djhungzilla]

Dumb idea Kreosote is a 3 year wait

[@orlog3343]

@@djhungzilla 3 years and 2k lol

[@bobjohnson6321]

1. nicks 2. viberg 3. wesco 4. whites 5. truman

[@keithpadgett5527]

Are you sure Thursday isn't better than Nicks? LOL - actually, you nailed it.

[@layzy24]

What's this guys deal with Blundstone. He sounds like a certified hater. I think he's an ambassador for Thursday boots everytime I watch his review videos.

[@JulioMo]

Bulbous Chelsea, aren't they playing Coachella this year?

[@ThomasMartin-kj9hi]

I love my Captains.

[@eddie12019764]

Great video

[@TheKillWizard]

Viberg easily my favourite boots. Expensive but fantastic quality

[@Dominicreviews]

We are the same size. Do you ever think about selling some of your collection? Id be interested

[@RAF71chingachgook]

Please get a pair of Viberg Wholecut boots, the undisputed best looking boot in the world.

[@thesharpercoder]

You need a moc-toe Chelsea boot with Vibram 430 soles.

[@BootSpy]

Absolutely wild!

[@jimmylarge1148]

You’re obviously sponsored by Thursday, and the only bootuber that likes them above almost any of the others.

[@damiancabal3914]

Nicks, I don’t think would do it, but the other PNW boot makers make multiple lasts with different toe shapes and arches, a Packer 2 toe is much slimmer and beautiful than the standard 3 toe of your Americanas, Nicks would only use it on a Packer boot, but Franks would do it in any of their boot styles, Whites has it on some models, and JK doesn’t have anything slimmer than the 3 toe. If I could post a pic for you to see if mine I would, I have a Nicks Packer in blue black with a 2 toe and a station zipper instead of laces.

[@tedhart7708]

Must be $20,000 worth of boots!

[@jdweigle3535]

😂 “I would wear this on the moon for sure”

[@braisRA]

I know this is an north american channel but... we need a video about european brands please 😇

[@md_al_mamun06]

very nice boots

[@t4rbrah899]

"ok guys, today I'll be ranking all of my 41 Chelsea boots and maybe 9 different boots."

[@sung-4-I-AM]

Wow, only The Wolverine has a larger collection of boots.

[@mikester6192]

Thursday Loggers low on the list. WOW. My Thursday Vanguard in Indigo Chromexcel is high on my list, the comfort level is on par with my Higgins Mill and Indy boots. Their is no loose grain at all, perfect clicking. Made in the USA go Murica.

[@Thursdayboots]

🙌🙌🙌

[@jimmyjohnjuan]

Taft Jack, we all know why you don't wear it and your wife liking it only cements that fact lol

[@iris2fin]

"stylistic purposes" ?

[@moshy_pro_560]

Timberland has left the chat...

[@terrymoser2028]

You're a funny man!

[@djhungzilla]

All those taft boots are incredibly ugly lol you couldn't pay me to wear them

[@nodnodwinkwinkV]

Those whites packer boots look very feminine, like a high heeled boot you'd expect a woman to wear in a western. It's even got a bit of frilly leather on the front!

[@DMorgan77]

My collection is no where near yours, but I'm right there with you on my Diesel boot(s) as number 1. I have the Crimson pair too and the Tan Essex. They're fantastic boots that just feel so much more substantial than my Captain's (Matte Black, Midnight Suede and Dark Olive with the Stormking outsole). I really enjoy my Red Wing 8111's too, even though the standard width last is a little on the narrow side. Love my 875's too.

[@edwardwalters1607]

Franks Wilshire 👍

[@jiboo6850]

My boots of choice for comfort are Clarks huston (not made anymore), Caterpillar Covert. They just go with everything. Easy to walk. My best construction boot is Grenson Brady. Kinda hicking style but more dressy than usual hicking boots. Just a pure beauty to my eyes. So well made.

[@blinsmaslom3263]

R. M. Williams is not worthy of the Top 50? 🤔

[@TommyT888]

Not a fan of the Thursdays boots...

[@memefeed2147]

Mid tier throwaway boots for sure

[@baum7222]

You seem to be the only one

[@memefeed2147]

@@baum7222 don’t be ignorant, sure, most people’s priorities top out at the level of Thursday boots, but real enthusiasts prefer better quality footwear you can buy and use for life. Thursday boots like most others kills your foot health with regular use.

[@baum7222]

@memefeed who's being ignorant? I've never heard anyone say anything bad about Thursday boots like...... ever. And clearly this dude fits the bill of boot enthusiast and has like 20 pairs of Thursdays. I think the term you're looking for is "boot snob"

[@orlog3343]

@@baum7222 that’s funny because I ONLY hear bad things about Thursday lol

[@waxedearth5425]

Diesel still king. Your orig. video made me pick up a pair!!

[@smiff9577]

I thought the Vanguard was same boot as the Logger but just shorter?

[@MrFrescocotone]

Agree on most choices but the Vibergs. They are SOOO overvalued and thr Grant Stones m sorry but Made in China??? No thank you

[@khagenmoktan9308]

I like it

[@kartikchary]

You really put a Thursday boot over the Nick's and White's. Truman over Nick's, heaven's sake , who are you dude. You've lost a subscriber and a helluva lot of respect.

[@BootSpy]

these are the boots I wear most often and enjoy the most. and I'm sure I'll have different opinions next year... or maybe even next week. If you are upset about the boots I like, then you're taking things too seriously. I appreciate the time you've spent watching the channel and all the comments, especially on the early videos - those were definitely motivating when I was just in the early stages making vids. I hope you have a great New Year!

[@keithpadgett5527]

@@BootSpy But this isn't titled "The boots I wear the most". It's titled "Worst to best". So you are saying that Nicks handmade boots are worse Thursday boots. This is literally a disservice to anyone that watches this and doesn't know any better. Do better.

[@BootSpy]

I’ve been cancelled

[@vintageenthusiast23]

@@keithpadgett5527 worst to best in his opinion clearly not objectively

[@Jessica37323]

A china boot #1...Wow

[@dm9078]

That paladiium boot 😂😂😂

[@jiboo6850]

Dont laugh too much its one of the most used boot worldwide for military purpose. Cheap and hyper light , comfy, easy to clean and rather solid for the price. Everything a soldier needs to do his duty.

[@quotient9974]

Why not run your giveaway in Canada? We're your next door neighbours! :(

[@memefeed2147]

Nothing beats Gaucho Ninja in terms of healthy footwear combined with bespoke quality. Looking at all these boots are making my feet hurt

[@thejakein7867]

When you say "tactical", its like finger nails on a chalkboard. Zero military knowledge and its shows

[@klorell5319]

Too bad that the giveaway is just for US and Canada. Nice boots though

[@jonboy8181]

I’ve always thought Chelsea boots were kinda femmy. Look ok on other but I feel like a douche bag wearing them.

[@dannyleung9448]

are you sponsored by Thursday Boots?

[@bootguy-d6n]

What do you think? Can no longer take this guy seriously

[@rpow6861]

the lack of speed hooks is a defo plus imo, im not a fan of speed hooks. 8)

[@memefeed2147]

tell me you are gay without saying you are gay