Red Wing Iron Ranger 1 month review.

[@artiecisneros4691]

When I graduated from Basic Training in the Army years ago, I told myself I would never own a pair of boots that had to be broken in. Well, I own a pair of 8111 and It's taken me a couple of years to break them in. The first year I just gave up and didn't wear them because they were just too painful. The second year I decided to do it methodically and stick with it. I'm glad I did, they are great and am glad I bought them. I have narrow feet and have a difficult time finding shoes and boots that fit. These boots fit perfect. Footwear is extremely important since they support our bodies. Also make sure to wear great socks, wool socks are the best. Thanks for the video.

[@hell0all]

Thanks for watching!

[@Indylimburg]

One trick with the hooks: tie the boots up to your preferred tightness and with those hooks you can undo the laces while keeping the laces tied. Makes for easy donning and doffing.

[@hell0all]

Wow, never knew that! Thanks for the suggestion. I’ll give it a try next time.

[@RusticLiving4148]

Great boots! The more you wear them, the more comfy they get

[@hell0all]

You are so right. These are really getting good!

[@MachineGod69]

Depending on how your gate is these are brutal on your heels. Do not come down on heel first😆

[@armygreenfj3924]

I just bought these! I got the 8111 already and I love them!

[@jamessneed8789]

I went on Red wings website and those iron rangers in Hawthorne Muleskinner are still available. I have two pairs of iron rangers black Hawthorne and copper rough out and I love them. And I'm going to be a new subscriber keep up the good work.

[@hell0all]

Great to know, glad they remain available. Thanks for straightening that out and thanks for subscribing!

[@goldencalf5144]

The clown shoe aesthetic is a part of the Iron Ranger's charm. Embrace it.

[@hell0all]

Haha so true. I’m on board now!

[@CatfishCook]

Love it

[@12babyapes59]

Simon.

[@ChrisBrown-cg2by]

Nice boots. I got 2 Pairs of these ... Bought first pair in 2009 and an a pair in 2019...i think these boots age very well. I get alot of people asking about them.

[@hell0all]

I’m really happy with them so far. I’ll be interested to see how they break in.

[@PNWBootMan]

The soles and heels on those boots are a joke! I love seeing these cobbler‘s putting thick mid soles on them with the deep lug Vibram soles like the good Lord intended.

[@hell0all]

I think thats the direction i’m going next.

[@jamesestrada82]

Nice boots! love my Iron Ranger’s!

[@hell0all]

thanks!

[@Rigz727]

Got 3 pairs of Iron Rangers now, one of them being a pair of these Muleskinner, I love all of them, but I have to say these skinners are my favourite. They just have so much character to them, really interesting to look at! No point in trying to keep these pristine though, like new. It’s not going to happen. Mine are a year and a half old now and look so different, and I really wanted to keep them like new at the start but they do attract a dirt and forge patina real quick. They look super cool though! One other plus point is they seem to breathe very well on those warmer days.

[@hell0all]

Yes, these things are getting better everyday.

[@sethl.9455]

I believe every 2 boots are cut from the same hide. That ensures those boots are the most similar in leather thickness and especially dying and coloring. No two Red Wing boots are the same. They do use thinner parts of the hide for the tongue, this makes it much easier for break in and more flexible on your instep.

[@hell0all]

Good to know. Thanks!

[@MarcP5267]

The rough out IMO is the best and most durable.

[@hell0all]

Did you oil or treat them?

[@MarcP5267]

@@hell0all haven’t treated them yet. I’ll only treat them when they need it. Had them for about 3 years and they are very dark now and can take a beating

[@troutbumandsam5394]

just got at pair after watching your postings, much easier leather on the feet compared to some of my other RW's//all the best troutbumandsam

[@hell0all]

Thats great! I wish you many happy healthy miles in them.

[@michaelbouchard659]

Pretty sure this is the shoe Alan Ritchson wears in Reacher so now I have to get a pair..

[@hell0all]

One of many things I have in common with Reacher… lol. Pretty cool to see them used like that. Can’t imagine running in them or swimming. Sick!

[@tonycobb4562]

Definitely not discontinued. The 3192 Chelsea in Hawthorne Muleskinner has already been disco’d.

[@hell0all]

Thanks for the update. The clerk must have been confused.

[@3.8l82]

I loved my desert malis in beeswax I bought the last two my Clark’s store had one to rock one to display , didn’t think it’d get any better then I purchased my iron rangers and I have turned to them way more

[@DB-me3jt]

The rough outs are the coolest.

[@hell0all]

I really like them too.

[@StolenAlias]

Your ultimate goal should be Nick’s boots. Also you could’ve gotten the blacksmith which doesn’t look as clownish. Definitely solid boots though, worth the money.

[@hell0all]

yes, the blacksmiths are really nice.

[@Maxfahrer]

I find Clarks Boots quite comfortable in dry and not too cold weather. I have the Desert Boot and yes, they soak up water and you get cold feet below 5° C. In addition you have to look where you step when you are at the gas station since the soles get damaged when you get gasoline or diesel fuel on them. But I have worn them 5 years now had got the insole replaced and still love them besides all drawbacks they have.

[@CatfishCook]

Love the American Redwing. Especially the heritage line. Stay away from irsh setters, they're a shifty Chinese version that redwing passes of as a quality work boot. I've owned three pairs trying to make them work. They suck and never last more than a couple of months for me. But I do love American redwing.

[@hell0all]

Yes, I’m really liking them. I’ll steer clear of those Irish setters. Thanks!

[@supermusclemaniac1]

You mean they run big not small. If you get them in your size 12 they will be big on you not small on you.

[@hell0all]

Correct.

[@eharris6347]

Heavy ! Lol Wear steel toe work boots 50 and 60hr Work week You should try the Irish setter Ashby or the wing shooter style ! Especially if you are so accustomed to tennis shoes or light weight shoes You can get them in soft toe or steel toe They really comfortable made good and resolable .and hardly any break in I think the wing shooter maybe the most comfortable boot I ever had , I also had to go down one size I’m a 13 in a tennis show but had to go down to a 12 wide . But I always suggest to try them on Irish setter is red wing too !

[@hell0all]

I’ll check those out. Thanks for the suggestions.

[@shogekimura]

i have the copper and amber. the Amber ones i found at nordstrom rack for only $150 so i couldnt pass up but really want these muleskinner ones. definitely my favorite ones.

[@hell0all]

Awesome, you have quite the collection. This is my first pair, I’m really exited to have them!

[@masaryo4794]

Great vids! Subscribed.

[@hell0all]

Thanks!!!

[@andrewwhite1576]

The redwing iron ranger color choice is also a leather choice too. Amber harness is a full grain and will last loner then the other options.

[@hell0all]

Interesting point, thanks!

[@gaylongraham077]

Oakstreet were a disappointment in person, small scaled and flimsy construction. You definitely made the right choice. If you're going to eventually spend $500 + buy White's, Nick's or used/discounted Vibergs.

[@hell0all]

Wow sorry to hear that. Thanks for the info and advice. Everyone seems very keen on Whit’s and Nick’s. I’m sure it is for good reason.

[@thejakein7867]

After 1.5 years, nearly daily at work, in my IR, i found the soles to be too hard. I walk on steel decks and concrete all day. I had them resoled to Vibram Christy wedge soles this month. I now see RW started offering this sole (tread lite) in IR a year ago as well. Its a game changer in all day comfort. $75 and yiur local cobbler can resole them. Or go through RW and they'll change you double for the same sole and probably have the same cobbler do them. 😂 im pretty sure they contract out their resoleing

[@reedist]

Did the weight increase alot when you did this?

[@PoliticalDissident]

Good review

[@hell0all]

Thanks! I can’t wait to see how these hold up over time.

[@casey.rob.]

Having come from Converse Chucks, my Iron Rangers weren’t as bad to break in as they might have been otherwise.

[@douganderson3804]

You can take those Clark's to Potter and Sons, and they will add a welt, and refurbish that boot, along with whatever else you'd like to do to the Iron Rangers.

[@hell0all]

Thanks. I’ll check them out.

[@appalachiangunman9589]

I’m pretty sure they can add a welt and sole to a pair of Croc’s! 😂 next time I need some work done on any of my boots I’m going to send them to them.

[@luckydc3761]

Any competent cobbler can resole your Clarks Desert Mali boots w/ stitchdown construction. There are even a few YT videos showing Desert Mali with better soles like the Dainite...

[@joelmcpherson9789]

I ran into the same problem with my Mali/ every Clark’s I’ve ever owned.

[@hell0all]

For sure. I really like the style and comfort but that sole just crumbles in no time.

[@glennnewell2786]

Would you recommend these for a plumber? All kinds of terrain muddy wet ,water ,crawling under houses, I would love to have a pair I just don’t think they would last . They look more like a dress boot , maybe I don’t know . I never see them on the job site. But I do think they look Cool !

[@hell0all]

Someone else is going to need to chime in on the waterproofing. I can’t say for sure. Water is the only thing I have tried to avoid to this point. I know there are plenty of people treating these for weather proofing. Anyone reading this wear these on a jobsite? Do they hold up?

[@muhammadaliclay8976]

you can get these clarks resoled.. they are stichdown construction..

[@hell0all]

So i hear… I need to find a more capable cobbler. Thanks for the info.

[@rebellious_greaser5737]

Can we get monthly updates? I love those boots cat

[@hell0all]

Not a bad idea!

[@rebellious_greaser5737]

@@hell0all I gave you a subscription. Those are really good work boots man. I've wanted a pair since I was 10. I'm 16 but I've been doin yard work and what not for my dad to save up for a pair.

[@hell0all]

It’s a big investment for sure. The quality is noticeably better than cheap disposable boots made overseas with questionable labor practices. Keep up the good work, you’ll have your pair in no time.

[@robertbradshaw9367]

Good review. Are you going to post regularly?...what's going to be the content?

[@hell0all]

Thanks! I’ll be sharing some items and projects from my world. I tend to curate things so purposely, I hope to get a dialogue going with some like minded characters lol. I’m so interested in an items purpose, and how that changes from person to person. Thanks again for watching and the kind words.

[@Jay-rd6fe]

boots can still be resoled without a goodyear welt any cobler can install a new welt or glue on a new sole

[@hell0all]

Thanks, I obviously need to find a better cobbler. Lol

[@Jay-rd6fe]

@@hell0all yeah u deffenetly do i bet ur cobbler did know u could resole them he just felt like it was to much work for himself so tells u to bin some good boots for hes sake

[@jeffloucks2120]

So no other care other than eraser and nap brush? Looking at RW weekender chukkas in Hawthorne and like them darker/broke in looking moreso than new and so light.

[@hell0all]

I have started hitting them this a slightly damp brush to get the dirt off first. Then the eraser then the wire brush to get the texture back. I love the look and color but i can already see it is going to be chore to keep them looking decent. I like the lived in look buuut dust and dirt is attracted lime a magnet. I’ve also avoided rain. I fear they would never be the same after a soaking. Hmm might be time for an update video lol. Good luck!

[@jeffloucks2120]

@@hell0all Very helpful feedback. Thank you.

[@mattyslicks]

I might have missed it, but what color are these? Thanks!

[@hell0all]

These are the 8083 Hawthorne Muleskinner

[@AMTruckin]

Red wing quality control is still down , what a shame .

[@christianarvelo3330]

Try the Blacksmiths. Better shape.

[@hell0all]

Wow yea those blacksmiths are good looking.

[@ChilliRedify]

What leather is this version?

[@hell0all]

This is the rough out version. It’s called the hawthorne muleskinner.

[@brianbuchert1521]

Just because it doesn’t have a Goodyear stitching it can still be done the person must be skilled but yes it can. I’m still trying to figure out why you bought them because you don’t seem to like them very much?!?! Maybe it’s just your style very low, monitored not real enthusiastic lol

[@hell0all]

Yes I’ve heard that. The gentleman I took them to wasn’t up to the task. lol. Thanks for the info.

[@imsurly7742]

your boots make so sense\

[@bassheadlife492]

Contact bedos leather works, he should be able to resole your clarks

[@hell0all]

Thanks for the advice.

[@camarocarl7130]

Clarks are desert boots.

[@bloatedsodium7301]

Straight up clown shoes. Gave mine to goodwill after 5 months. Get a pair of Nicks or Whites, you’ll never look back, guaranteed.

[@hell0all]

They are growing on me now. So many Nicks and whites recommendations. Might have to check them out. Thanks.