Did Brunt finally make a decent boot - USA Marin

[@RoseAnvil]

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[@portlandreviewer2143]

My IKEA table was technically built in the USA, specifically in Portland, Oregon, since I assembled it myself.

[@NDB469]

Haha!

[@krustysurfer]

@@portlandreviewer2143 bwahahahaaa good point, however not quite the same 😉

[@JoshuaC923]

😂😂😂😂 good one bro

[@Bluerig-qf2xc]

PNW table 😂

[@17forever64]

😂😂

[@bjet80s]

I'm a landscaper and I've been wearing the Brunt Marin Gen 2 8" for almost a year I have zero complaints about the boots. They stay dry, all day comfort, and honestly one of the best boots I've ever worn. I beat the s*** out of boots bc of occupation but I ordered the USA Marins and they're on the way to me now as we speak.

[@magicd5780]

I've had a pair of gen 2 marins since February. They're the most comfortable boots I ever wore in 20 years of doing construction. So far they're holding up fine and they've been through anything and everything as far as types of surface and temperatures. I also have the gen 1 solid black marins from last year's black friday edition. I only wear them casually so they're obviously still in superb shape.

[@WeSkatePN]

Ikr. My gen 2 Marin boots have been great . I think people bandwagon hate on this company a lot

[@magicd5780]

@WeSkatePN it seems that way same with the work boot sub reddit anytime someone posts a pair on there everyone loses their shit. I dunno so far they're working for me

[@MrGrabaka]

@@magicd5780 the USA marin a more comfortable and better made.. I have both the USA one is entirely different boot

[@BriansFarmingVideos]

Brunt is sponsoring a video on my channel and the only reason I agreed to it was this boot. Nice to see the inside of it

[@joshuabaker5712]

Lol.

[@aidanthompson4328]

@@joshuabaker5712⁉️

[@adamcuthbert9498]

It's nice to some of the mass produced heavily marketed brands making some improvements from being trash to mediocre.

[@WeSkatePN]

My gen 2 Marin’s have been good to me. I’m definitely happy with that purchase, I’m a trucker and they’ve done the job for me

[@Complete.cyclepath]

I've been getting so many brunt ads recently. This is exactly what I've been looking for.

[@nathanhinds3278]

make some reviews on actual steel toe and comp toe level of heavy duty work boots. We need analysis on this too

[@WiredCustomsSpeedShop]

For $20 more dollars you can buy Origin Boots. For $100 dollars less you can buy Jim Green boots, both way better quality than this

[@ChavsADV]

I just bought Jim greens to back up my JKs. I was going to go with origin but the reviews with the quality issues put me off. I’m sure they will figure it out because they are blazing a new path and it’s going to have some bumps. Jim greens are the first non made in the USA boot I’ve purchased in 15 years.

[@JJ-zr6fu]

@ChavsADV I love origins clothing especially their pants and sweatshirts but their boots aren’t there yet

[@ChavsADV]

@@JJ-zr6fuExactly. If I ever end up buying a casual boot I’ll probably go with them to support them. I think they will figure it out

[@joshuabaker5712]

And neither of those boots is worth the money either.

[@Jared-Kreate]

Great comparisons! I have 3 pairs of Jim Greens and would rather buy Origins than Brunts. Hard to recover from all that heavy IG marketing Brunts put out for the garbage they were selling when they started

[@Lord_Mad_Dog]

a google doc of the moctoe boots, pricing, score, and mitusa score would be a huge win. that list is impressively long ngl

[@hunterprowsemrereviews9141]

This boot: outsole, midsole, insoles, welt , thread, waterproof lining, laces, eyelets, speed hooks, globally sourced. Upper leather, labor to build the boots USA made. The uppers are stitched together elsewhere in the USA, then they are stitching the welt to the upper in house, and gluing on the outsole. It’s as minimally produced in the USA as is allowed according to the department of labor, to be able to stitch an American flag on the boots and claim made in USA.

[@jacksonjohnson2132]

its good to see them start to work on the quality of there boots i think in another 5 years we will have a really good boot

[@MrGrabaka]

Thank you for doing the anvil.. I requested this so much ,and for making this video I'll subscribe.I actually ordered them over black Friday and got them for 200 so we will see

[@sleeksilver]

How do you like them so far?

[@MrGrabaka]

@sleeksilver they are super comfy the leather is quite nice... When I say comfy I mean it good support all around.. the leather is thicker the Irish setter Ashby is. The quality and comfort is superior to the 2nd gen marin... It's a entirely different boot . They will serve me well... P s I do hvac

[@toneohm]

u guys are doing great with content lately..! thanks Weston and the RA gang

[@THEED123]

Honestly can't believe you would get Hate Comments. You have one of the Most helpful and informative channels on KZbin. I've Been Here since 10,000 Subs and my Feet Thank you 👌

[@TranceFur]

He does get hate comments. Every KZbin channel does, once they reach a large enough audience. You can never make everyone happy.

[@couchsofa2977]

i bought the best boots i ever had because of him. Nick's

[@THEED123]

@couchsofa2977 Same Here. I've had knee pain for years because I was wearing the wrong kind of boots for the job (Warehousing, standing on concrete floors for 8 hours a day). And like I'm form the UK so Boots over here are all the same, built the same and mostly all look the same. I didn't know what a wedge sole was until I saw his Red Wing and Thorogood moctoe wedge Videos and decided to buy a pair of Thorogoods for work. No more knee pain.

[@couchsofa2977]

@@THEED123 whatever works for you. i do not wear wedge soles or low quality boots. i try to preserve my body wearing good boots.

[@MotoFlows]

I have em and love them, they are comfortable right out of the box, I can’t say how they will hold up but they are nice

[@norco_288]

Amen to your opening statement! Thorogoods all the way!

[@joshtaylor6617]

Awesome review! Good job brunt

[@ncgunner2178]

Been looking forward to this one. I bought a pair of Brunt Perkins model 2 years ago and returned them on the 3rd week. I've bought $100 boots that were more comfortable. I may actually be swayed to give these a shot. Thanks for this video!

[@lucasbriones4531]

Another awesome video!

[@Eli1981-re5bh]

I have 3 yrs of heavy use out of my Thorogoods and they are still going strong, the leather is just starting to crack in the same spot they always do- for me anyway. I've been debating these but I've had 4 pairs of TG's and they always hold up well. i can't justify the switch to these- yet.

[@casonbaumgartner8189]

Brunts are very common at my job, we do asphalt construction and it's tough on boots especially the heat. The soles on brunts seem to hold up to the heat. But the soles kinda like to delaminate after being exposed to the elements and release agents we put on our boots to clean them (diesel). I use Cofras and they seem to hold up for about 2 seasons/12 months. Which is about the same luck other guys are getting with the brunts. I was wondering if you could do a paving boot showdown between the two and possibly other brands. I know redwing had a model and there is another European brand called shutz that some guys are having great luck with

[@reinaldogarcia70]

Fascinating , thanks for educating us all 😊

[@davidjohnston4345]

Redwing 10875 costs $20 more and will be better for your feet in the long run

[@tommyw.9424]

It’s also truly made in the USA, and overall uses way better quality materials.

[@joshuabaker5712]

And you can go into the store and get the correct size, repairs made, boots cleaned and oiled. Which for me is important.

[@davidjohnston4345]

@@tommyw.9424 true but it doesn't have a water proof lining and it has a harsher break in. It's a way better value and is my go-to work boot, but I can see why someone would want something different.

[@tommyw.9424]

@@davidjohnston4345 true. the lining is a big difference. Personally I prefer non-lined anyway, less failure points, cooler, just what I like

[@fishkluch]

10875 is a good boot. Has a oil resistant sole unlike the 875 I believe. I love mine

[@bobbyosborne2375]

24 year plumber. Was looking at their stuff. Glad I didn't pull the trigger. I like the cut of your jib, son. I've yet to find a boot that will hold up to field work. Been using ariats for the last 4 years and been through 3 pair. Nothing holds up and I'll be damned if I have to spend over 250.00 for a pair of boots that won't last a year. I don't wear these as fashion statements. They get USED. Crawl spaces, shit filled ditches, groundworks, rough-ins, to pipe welding. My boots see it all. Sub'd

[@michaelbaker4813]

If you find a good pair before me. Let me know. I clean septic tanks for a living and I have not been able to find a boot that'll hold up More than a year after kicking a shovel for 9 hrs a day

[@douggross3323]

Thorogoods- carpenter and deck builder here. Last me about 2 years. Granted I wear em down to nothing

[@HPAa3]

I work in Mining and only wear Whites Boots. They are worth the money.

[@douggross3323]

@@HPAa3 how are they different from redwings or thorogoods? Just curious wondering if there is a different for another 50$-100$

[@tylerarblaster2431]

I just got a pair of triple h boots, steel toe full leather construction, Goodyear welted, super heavy duty leather for the actual boot too, they seem like they're really gonna last a long time

[@TylerSnyder305]

I believe Thorogood clicks and lasts their boots here in the USA, but would not be surprised if brunt is really trying to get away with a lot. There are regulations regarding wording and qualified vs unqualified statements. My dad just bought a pair of direct moulded Thorogoods last month that are MADE IN THE USA WITH AMERICAN MATERIALS. That means Thorogood clicks and lasts boots here. Brunts may not get much attention and is trying to get away with more because of it, it's clear that most of the components are the same as their imports.

[@Duzzer_One]

The editing is fucking great in your videos mate

[@davidjernigan8161]

Might as well buy a Jim Green since it seems quality and you know where everything comes from.

[@mindklone]

Love your channel. I know your really into boots and have cut some sneakers, but I would be so interested to see you cut open all sorts of shoes, you got so much room to grow and your making amazing content. Love to see it now keep it up

[@JJ-zr6fu]

He’s done a few other but when he cut open the cowboy boots his lack of knowledge really bit him. He was also very biased against some brands. For instance criticized a boot for using pigskin lining then praising another for doing the same thing

[@guardianminifarm8005]

Appreciate the experience and honesty. Frustrating how the market can be so dishonest. Thank you.

[@cuttysark8017]

I wish this channel would do a comparison of US true moccasin boots. So that would be makers like Gokey, Quoddy as well as Rancourt and Russell Moccasin which have been covered

[@Plague_Doc22]

Wish the editors would stop with the ghosting effect on the pop ups like at 7:14 it kills my eyes.

[@danielg4717]

Would love to see a review on red wing 405 work boots and see how they compare to the brunts

[@couchsofa2977]

it's not about mean comments, thanks to you i spend 2 g on good boots. long live Nick's boots.

[@PastelPalace]

I put these in the same category as the Red Wing Traction Tred lite. The fact that they are basically the same price is pretty shocking. I would never choose a Brunt boot over a Red Wing or a Thorogood at the same price point.

[@llsoonerll]

I would still like to see a pair of truman double shot mocs, been watching this channel for years hoping for one

[@pnwoutdooradventures8621]

Well, it looks better, but is it actually better? The Distasios i bought are held together by shoe goo right now. And my coworkers Marins are falling apart as well. My $135 2 year old Ariats are holding together better.

[@robertseguin4875]

so they import parts not boots to avoid tax and tariffs, thanks for sharing great information.

[@mutantryeff]

When are you opening your boot museum?

[@makius1400]

What we really need is a Rose Anvil boot wiki/database with photos and the stats/analysis of all the boots they have cut in half. That would be the most incredibly useful resource for boot buying. Where my crazy boot needs at? You're skills are needed!

[@mikemacb7rs4]

I appreciate the review. I would see these on tiktok and not know if they were good.

[@austinhoward6869]

I’d like to see a video on the Rocky Legacy 32 steel toe work boot RKW0341

[@raymondcausey3926]

Thankyou Weston

[@peterf.4268]

So I'm a journeyman sheet metal worker, and I buy Timberland Pro Boondocks. Do I love them? No. But I've owned like 5 or 5 pair because they have a toe-cap that doesn't wear thru in 2 months (and don't even suggest that post-purchase crap you can apply to protect the boot-toe, it's a waste of money). We do s lot of work modifying parts while working on our knees on metal scaffolding or concrete floors. Do you know of any higher quality boots that have comparable toe protection?

[@justingraves4285]

What was the minimalist looking boot you were placing a I sol in at 2:53 time on this video

[@holladay67]

Please do the Red Wing Traction Tred Lite! Its the best selling boot that Red Wing makes by a huge factor and would be the perfect candidate for this!

[@joshuamalos4527]

Id love to see you get into a pair of highend hunting/hiking boots like crispi. I love to hear you thoughts on build quality. Specifically the crispi altitude gtx

[@tonysmith6249]

Sears die hard. I would be interested in seeing a video about those.

[@jakepotenzo2990]

Best dang channel on KZbin! Thank y’all for all the cool and interesting videos!!!

[@disky01]

The fantano of boots

[@notnoaintno5134]

Nah fantano sucks

[@pmdinaz]

Curious to see the best of from the past four years. The current 2024 list seems like most of them would get smoked by previous years' list toppers. Maybe it's obvious, but not to me :). Maybe for the RA2 channel?

[@007KrausBean]

The better term would be ASSEMBLED in the USA. Those things look like terrible boots, especially for that price.

[@tango165]

I bought some, wore them for the first time last week, about 9-10 miles a day walking on the job site - 6 day work week, super comfy and seem like a very nice boot so far..

[@krustysurfer]

4mm bootbreaker sounds like a win!

[@JJ-zr6fu]

@tango165 They’re going to bottom out on you fast

[@krustysurfer]

@JJ-zr6fu cant have that!

[@nickgibb4687]

install laces and slap a sticker on it...BOOM

[@mikeb6389]

Needs a tendon cushion at top back at the finger loop.

[@Odin_Alldaddy514]

Can we get a review on Coronado leather boots?

[@retiredmilguy3960]

Colab with a maker for a hiking boot. We need a good leather hiking boot. Russels are the closest but very expensive.

[@BB-nn9en]

This is a compelling boot in my mind because you can get it unlined (non waterproof) and with a composite toe and it has goodyear welt construction. I don't know of many boots like that. I can't stand waterproof liners because my feet sweat a lot.

[@JJ-zr6fu]

You can get redwing for just a little more and the quality is significantly better then if you want to water proof a boot use beeswax or mink oil

[@BB-nn9en]

​@@JJ-zr6fu That does work but the boots are heavy and uncomfortable. I've worn the super sole 2.0 boots for 10 years but recently the quality has taken a dive. The soles come apart and no cobbler wants to re-sole them.

[@jamesweir139]

The moc toe traps water, snow, mud ice etc. on top of your toes. They usually leak at the toe.

[@Gunner-x4w]

Maybe you and Nick's boots should make the next ND boot in the idea of fighting the Soviets like in red dawn(1984 movie not the 2012 one)

[@dtlbsns]

Like them to use them as a casual wear

[@makius1400]

@roseanvil Boot breaker question: Should you condition the veg tan leather boot breakers before using them? Seems like it would be a good idea since veg tan tends to be so dry, and might help them break in faster? And perhaps it would help them be less prone to cracking and hold up better to the moisture/sweat they will endure? Anyway, guess I'm really just wondering if there is any reason why conditioning veg tan boot breakers or insoles would be a bad thing to do? Would love everyone's thoughts and feedback on this. Cheers! Also, thank

[@toriwangjanim4886]

It's too bad you don't have a leather bootbreaker in a slightly larger size (e.g. 14-15)...any plans for one next year?

[@davidfrazier1186]

Get the Carolina, or Wing shooter for the price.

[@british1964]

When will you be doing the new Jim Green moc toe ??

[@carlosmaldonado6200]

Have you ever done a video or have tested an LL Bean heritage boot?

[@andrewwitkowski9593]

thank yoiu

[@yoji58]

Too late, just ordered my first pair or Jim Green's. Razorbacks as I live in the Ozarks.

[@JinsKookieJams]

*12:53** Nah bro at number 5 for 2024? That's waaaay too generous lmao 😅🤣🤣🤣! Brunt is still cutting corners and their branding is still cringe. People are much better off buying Thorogood boots in that price range. The shank seems very weak, and the durability isn't there. So nah, I'm not buying those boots. Thanks for the evaluation! You helped me save money on "meh" boots.*

[@JinsKookieJams]

*It's not only the shank. It's the other components of the boots too. The boots overall aren't very high quality compared to other boots such as Red Wing. Not even close. Save your money for something else people. Don't buy Brunt boots.*

[@suitrBJ]

Wonderful if you could do more Georgia boots

[@boostwizzard]

What are your thoughts on WHITES's Boots?

[@juscallmesir]

Which you like better these or Thorogood ?

[@martinmitchellhunter7087]

Have you done any Rocky made in USA boots?

[@mikoffey1]

Please review Tacovas Moc Toe Boots. I’m curious if they are better than Red Wing or Whites.

[@spencersmustache2844]

I'll stick to redwing traction treds for now

[@grantsnodgrass6351]

Can you do a video on keen Moc Toe boots?

[@kd5byb]

Very interesting!!!

[@davidmcmutrtey979]

For not much more you can get the Whites Perry on sale…

[@samuelbean9928]

What would be the chances of doing Mil-Surp boots say Austrian , Swiss, German, etc.?

[@25vlz]

Please do a video on yeezy tactical boots!

[@brenthaymon280]

Please review the Timberland Pro boots.

[@bane426]

I could be wrong, but I'm pretty sure he has

[@bane426]

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[@michaelmatwijiw3045]

How about Limmer boots

[@CrisisXofficial]

I'm curious to know your opinion on Steel Blue boots. In particular, their side zip ones.

[@magicd5780]

@CrisisXofficial i always see them advertised on fb a guy with an Australian accent talking i guess they're made in Australia.

[@CrisisXofficial]

​@magicd5780 Yeah. They claim 100% comfort, so that's why I'd be interested in seeing a full review to see how they measure up with other work boots.

[@StevOPelO]

I would buy it. The lowest I go is redwings 1907

[@McP1mpin]

You gonna still be doing Mocktober into December?

[@Enrico-]

It usually lasts a few months

[@doublebase6509]

True story, I had a nightmare last night that I bought another pair of Brunt boots and I liked them and they lasted me more than a month. And then I see this video. Not sure what this means but I imagine I’ll need a physical with full blood panel.

[@LP-hs6yz]

What is with the music? Too much. Great review.

[@matttaylor2747]

cork boot breaker?

[@sigvald11]

No love for Canada West? Canada West W.M. Moorby 2857 Signature Series Insulated give them a look

[@fangarnoob2]

Are timberlands a fashion boot or is it a genuine ok boot?

[@Louthemailman]

Fashion. Timberlands are trash

[@fangarnoob2]

Now I know, thank you

[@barrydismukes7601]

Ariat makes one just as good for half the price!

[@nygelcustodio95]

I personally did not like them. It took forever to break in and only lasted like 6months. I switched to ariats and now its probably the only ones I’d wear haha

[@MrGrabaka]

How is this possible.. they barely came out 2 months ago

[@BL-yj2wp]

1:25 - I can see loose grain on the left boot, so not the most thorough leather selection. $260 seems a bit steep but not outrageous, certainly a much better boot than their poorly cemented ones.

[@DDB168]

If the way you describe it is true, maybe they should sell it as a kit and just let us sew it together! 🤭

[@ThatGuy_Pal]

how tf do you have these ranking higher than thorogood

[@hillbillyfromtheswamp6223]

Not giving them anything. They straight up sold their customers garbage for Max profits. It'll take a long time before trust is earned again.

[@AliceBowie]

It kind if looks like they're trying to make it look like Thoroughgood's.

[@milnez]

Used to work on Blast Furnaces and the heat resistance matters... Watching people leave boot prints on runner covers was funny,,,

[@Faux_59]

Where's the Truman video?

[@sklosct7416]

I like BRUNT. I have the Ohman and one of their jackets. They work well for me, and that's all I can comment on. They support and sponsor PBR, and I have heard they are good to their athletes. They charge fair prices for good-quality boots and clothing. I don't need an indestructible, NW style, handmade boot, with improved durability, lengthy production times, high cost, etc..If you do, there are lots of good options. It's good to see Brunt step up on this USA boot, which generally meets Rose Anvil's high standards.

[@steveodarko]

I’ll stick to my thorogood’s

[@chuckplainview4085]

Can't wait for new tariffs to make American companies think twice about "globally sourced" components at risk of being charged more for importing them. American companies need to be shown at times to support their own for a change. The American business infrastructure will adapt to this and make for such a better market. Better for the consumer as well eventually.