($655 vs $150) Better than Alden Indy? Indiana Jones Adventure Boot

[@RoseAnvil]

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[@mirosawirzyk5247]

They are MADE IN INDIA

[@thebullfighter6733]

I know you probably won’t see this, but would love for you to break down a pair of rick Owens shoes. Ramone’s or geobaskets. They’re SO expensive, and probably the least comfortable shoe ever. Would love your expert opinion on them.

[@TingTingalingy]

You didn't use a black guy in place of a white guy this time.

[@16Tango]

Last year for Christmas I got both of my boys and myself a Claude wallet, two thumbs up.

[@floridaredneck]

@@mirosawirzyk5247 You mean the wallets?

[@graememorrison333]

Wested is just around the corner from me and I have one of their Indy jackets in black (a cancelled, custom order) which they kindly altered in their shop to fit me better. They revealed that their jackets are generally made in London's East End (the historical home of London's rag trade), although some are still probably made on site in Kent, but I've always wondered where these Alden copies are made and how they measure up. Thanks for this.

[@chasecolton3391]

I wore out the heels on my Timberland Pros, so I cut a couple pieces of scrap leather to shape and glued them in place. Working well so far. Also cut some tanned leather into sole shape and put it underneath the foam insert. Doesn’t take much to improve some of the lesser boots out there

[@llsoonerll]

Third year I’ve been watching your moctober series, my personal favorite. Also the third year I’ve been thinking about Truman moctoe boots but since there is nobody who reviews boots like you do, I’ve refused to make the hefty investment since I’m a working class man. Either way I’m excited for the coming series. Thanks for all the informative work you’ve done, it has helped me from making unfit purchases.

[@Lord_Mad_Dog]

Something I would like to see brought up in future videos in this series is how anatomical the last is compared to the Indy. I do really dig the series idea though, especially for how much of a letdown the Indy boots are for the price

[@RoseAnvil]

Brilliant, I will do that moving forward

[@djswany85]

Agreed. I was waiting for the comparison to The Indy's 'best feature'

[@IlluminatiJohn]

Agree!!!

[@kiernansfault48]

Cool to see that he actually followed through on this. The next moctober video has a last comp.

[@randynovick7972]

I hope the Parkhurst Niagara is on your Indy alternative list.

[@scalwi]

came to the comments to say the same!

[@tjs1189]

Second that I was literally about to type the same comment

[@papatom5161]

You’ve gotta do the Parkhurst Moc Toes. They seem really well built and might be great alternatives to the Indy’s

[@j.r.simpson8839]

This is what I am hoping for as well.

[@erikkunkle9574]

I hate to see you cut these boots, but I sure enjoy it and learn a lot. One of the best channels on KZbin

[@BrettG64]

I got a pair of these boots a few years back. In addition to the stuff in the video, they run very small. A well made correctly fitting shoe for me runs between 12.5 to 13 US sizing. I usually err on the larger and get a 13, which is what I ordered in this particular shoe. When I got them and tried them on they were way small. I thought they put the wrong size in the box, but the tag sewn onto the tongue does say 13 US. They feel more like an 11. Very tight. I took them to a local shoe shop that does repairs and such and had them stretched... no-go. Still extremely tight. Initially I tried to return/exchange them but the person I spoke to in England told me that I would be better off trying to sell them due to the high cost of shipping. Not good. So here they sit...

[@CaptainWillard830]

I’m a 10.5 U.S. What do you think? Would your boots fit me? If so, let’s made a deal

[@BrettG64]

Hello, Cap. I am not ignoring your question. I am trying to source a 10.5 size person to get their thoughts.I'll keep you posted. @@CaptainWillard830

[@theDWshow]

Wondering if they're old stock, and a different build, because the ones I got recently have the sizing detail printed on the tongue - there is no tag? And the sizing, to me, was true. I ordered the same UK size I wear in other boots and it felt identical to them.

[@1fergus1garlic]

Would love to know how good the construction is on the Barker Indiana. Barker has a rep as a high quality English brand, and the Indiana is a nice homage without feeling like a ripoff.

[@jmarth523]

Weston, you gotta check out the Parkhurst Niagara boot. It's got all the components you are looking for in a high quality Indy alternative at half the price

[@nicholaspeterson5798]

Parkhurst Niagara boots would be a great Indy alternative for you to test, also the Allen Edmonds Freeport

[@tatacraft791]

lets go 69k spent on shoes

[@JourneysADRIFT]

Next goal, $420,069.

[@SevenHunnid]

Dude 😮.. i been tryna make it out the hood so on my KZbin channel i do food reviews while I’m high 😂

[@cameronatkins7496]

Nice

[@Gabaghoul0000]

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[@RampagingChipmunk]

Nice

[@calbuilder7357]

Great review. You keep ‘em honest and we appreciate your hard work on your reviews.

[@ABD5667]

I like how you put up the razor back from Jim Greene as comparison of similar pricing 😂

[@thomashardy1851]

The Parkhurst Mahogany Niagara better be in this moctober, or at least a different Niagara.

[@JJ-zr6fu]

Thank you for doing this the Alden Indy was a bucket list boot but I’ll finding other ones. It’s disappointing

[@earthtonejon]

The J Crew Kenton pacer boot is a very popular indy-style boot that would make a great installation in this series

[@mikaelsoppa]

Yeah, especially as it costs almost 400€ in Germany.

[@sailcat9]

I hope you find the time to review the Grant Stone Ottowa boot. It is half the price of an Alden's Indy and my guess is it's twice the boot.

[@UrbanSpidey]

J.Crew has a sorta Alden replica called the "Kenton pacer boots", they're just under $300. I got them on sale and i've been really enjoying them, i'd love to see yall cut that Alden alternative

[@MeToo-py1tq]

Yes I bought the Kenton on sale for 98.00

[@jihigh482]

Anybody paying the MSRP for them is a sucker. J Crew runs sales all year round. It's just a matter of waiting a little bit to get them for half price or even less than that

[@MeToo-py1tq]

@@jihigh482 I think he got them for less than MSRP

[@fullmetalroyal1216]

I have these, when i asked them if they were goodyear welt they said they werent aware of what that was but it was resolable lol

[@guillaumed7788]

Thank you Rose Anvil for your amazing and wonderful work ! You helped me save some money !!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@bryanduchane2371]

Have a pair of Txture MocToe Sanity boots in the production process. Supposed to ship in early November.... Can't wait to get my first pair of Indo boots.

[@christiangilberti9834]

Id love to see you review a high end dress boot...something like a gaziano and girling or a john lobb...would be really interesting to see how they stack up!

[@Delicoms]

Not sure if it's been covered but I've considered getting (but never bought) JCrew's Kenton Pacer boots. They're retailed at $300, but sometimes have gone down to $150 on sale. It looks like an Indy alternative with a GYW and pull up leather. Would be interested to see if the boot can hold up.

[@nicholasdelgiudice2263]

I've had a pair for about a year now, put several hundred miles on them, and they've held up really well for me! Pretty good comfort out of the box, break in wasn't too bad, I just recommend thick socks. The mini lug sole is fantastic for traction, but they aren't so aggressive looking. I wear them several times a week in an office setting with jacket and tie (business casual) and they fit in perfectly well. I can happily report that in regular commuting and day-to-day activity, they hold up through Chicagoland winter. No leaks from snow or slush, no terrible damage from salt and winter grime when wiped off after you get where you're going. The only maintenance I have done/do is put shoe trees in when I'm not wearing them, and once every few months I wipe them fully clean and apply VSC. I got them on sale for about $200, and I'm quite happy with them. That said, they're also my first pair of goodyear welted boots, so idk what I'm talking about! Hopefully @RoseAnvil will do a review during Moctoeber!

[@dosetti]

Thanks for proving my point since i almost orderedd these boots some time ago. I also made an order according to your recommendation, boots are yet to arrive but i have high hopes!

[@garethbaus5471]

I once bought a pair of boots that had a true goodyear welt for $40. The welt itself was plastic and I have been slowly replacing it as well as the insole, midsole, and outsole as an ongoing project.

[@jesseclay6211]

The Beckett Simonon Gallagher boot is similar to the Alden Indy and if you catch them on sale you can pick up a pair for under $200.

[@Namic175]

LETS GOOOOOOO I love this series

[@marcavonevans]

They’re good looking and would be decent for an affordable rotation fashion boot. I have a pair of J. Crew’s Kent moc toe boot. They have Goodyear Welted construction. Got them for less than $100 (preowned). Retail new was $295. Definitely not a quality boot but a good share

[@nicholasdelgiudice2263]

I'd love to see a breakdown of this boot. I've had mine for about a year now, and it's been fantastic. Served me well at a job where I was regularly walking between 8 and 14 miles a day on tile floors, it's served me fine on casual hikes shorter than 2 miles, and they dress up nice enough that I can wear them to my office job now with a jacket and tie. For about $200, that's a lot of value for me and they've performed just fine every way I've asked them to, but I just don't have the experience, wallet, or opportunity to compare them to much else. Especially compared to any of the Indy type boots. They seemed like the best option I could afford, you know?

[@KevinMoura-xk1ps]

Hope to see parkhurst for Indy alternative and Duradero for thorogood alternative

[@iHustleLXXXI]

I would like to see you do a video on the Grant Stone Ottawa's. They're a NST or a moc toe with a split in the middle of it.

[@saiyajedi]

The Red Wing “1930s Sport Boot” (8075/8076) was a solid Alden Indy alternative, with the kind of construction you would expect from their heritage boots. Too bad it was a single-season release limited to the Asia-Pacific market….

[@BrentonCarr]

Yay! I’ve waited for you to do this Alden alternative series! I’m hoping you do the j crew Kenton pacer.

[@DennisBible]

While you are doing moctoes I would love to see you review the J. Crew Kenton Pacer boot. This is also an "Indy" style boot that probably is positioned between probably the boots you are reviewing in this video and Aldens.

[@sethlf]

J.Crew Kenton pacer boot. Would be interesting to see some of the fashion brands and how some of them stack up to dedicated shoe brands.

[@davep5698]

Fifth element... Never get enough shout outs, epic, and while I'm sure they made something big like Ruby Rod's coats, part of me wants super high quality orange straps from Leelu's outfit.

[@mach5jeep]

I've seen worse for $150 but I would expect to find something like this at DSW for $60 -$80. Question: When are you doing a Grant Stone Brass Boot?

[@treybrown1592]

Ottawa Boot from Grant Stone would be a dope comparison. They have them in Storm Kudu and they look fantastic

[@nicholasrozek970]

I think a review of J.Crew's Kenton Pacer boots would be great for this series, considering their previous Alden partnership!

[@TheRefreshOG]

Cut apart some mid tier moc toe work boots. Possibly the irish setter wingshooters. My shop is filled with that boot.

[@fredseekingbibleturth]

I went and got my wested boots and watched while looking at mine. Kind of disappointing but I wear mine for when I need dress shoes. Like for Church and things. Some moc toe boots that are also goodyear welt that I suggest are silverbull boots, bonanza boots, and patron boots ( only found on ebay).

[@robertsandgren9389]

Your videos are a source of both information and joy. :)

[@Biosnarf]

Great video as always! I'd love to see the new Danner Logger Moc 917 this moctober

[@jeremyjennings4085]

I cant believe its moctober already! Im so EXCITED FOR MOCTOBER!

[@Hamsong]

Love the trippy music. JCrew makes an Indy knock off, cleverly called the “Kenton Pacer,” (after Indiana Pacers?). Anyway, it’s Goodyear welted and decent quality, though the tongue doesn’t stay in place. They are $298 at full retail, but often on sale for $175-$200. I’d be curious about what’s inside…

[@Crushenator500]

You've gotta do the Grant Stone Brass Boot! It came out before the Field Boot, I'm surprised you haven't done a video on them yet.

[@royogrady9179]

Can you try a Parkhurst Niagara? I got that as my Alden Alternative, and I love it so far, but would LOVE to see an autopsy on one. :-) Thanks.

[@ztoogemcducc6360]

You should do a top 10 budget boots all under 200$

[@robertgeminetti2454]

I'd like to see you cut in half/ review some moccasins, like Minnetonka vs Sperry vs LL Bean, etc.

[@landoncantrell9481]

As many have already said we want to see the grant stone brass boot and Parkhurst Niagara!

[@ViperChief117]

I’m a huge fan of the Indiana Jones franchise and Cosplay as the character since it was the first Cosplay I ever attempted. I only bought the Wested’s cause they are cheaper than the Alden’s. I still plan on getting the 405’s. Cause I like screen accuracy.

[@jfruser]

The Quest for the Aldenturnative continues...

[@liljuanito123]

Parkhurst seems to be the best alternative so far

[@zanderrose]

I recently ordered the Trench boots from Warfield & Grand which is another sub-$200 Indy clone. Could be worth comparing to these.

[@evanduszynski6084]

Would love to see what’s inside the J Crew Kenton Pacer!

[@bennyhill5970]

The Frye Walter lace up is another Indy style. I’ve owned two pair and love them.

[@joesmama1916]

I’d love for you guys to look at Magnoli Clothiers Adventure boots. They do a premade and custom made alternative to Alden 405s.

[@craigcampbell9733]

J Crew Pacer boot is a much better Indy alternative but coming from a big store I’m sure cutting that in half would show corners cut.

[@jihigh482]

They can also be had for $150 or less very easily with their frequent sales and at that price they are a good deal. They won't turn into a heirloom but it would be silly to expect them to for $150 or less.

[@jwoody8815]

I doubt real leather will ever actually dissapear we do have the tech to artificially "grow" leather. It still one of the best materials for outdoor wear. Outperforming many human made synthetics., especially when combining leather with said man-made synthetics. I personally wear Brahmas one of the best boots you can buy for under $100.00, had this pair through rough wear for going on 4 years, still waterproof, comfortable and warm. The are real but cheaper leather, with man-made polymer lining, and triple stitched, an unusual feature for cheaper outdoor combat-style boots. I also got a very nice leather jacket with YKK hardware and cotton/wool quilted lining. It was purchased at a thrift ship for $10.00, great condition. Something I just love about leather for practicality purposes.

[@tony951jl]

Grant stone brass boot next plz

[@kram364]

Have been considering the Parkhurst Niagara. Would be interested in a your review on this and the leather which is a tannery in Spain.

[@j.r.simpson8839]

Really interested in seeing the quality of the leather compared to Horween.

[@therrendunham5594]

I'd love to see you do an analysis on Nicks Handmade Boots. They've been popping up a lot on my social media, and have a similar price point to Alden.

[@j.r.simpson8839]

I'd like to see the Parkhurst Niagara boot in the Weathered Henna cut open.

[@russojap1864]

That preview thumbnail is hilarious 😂

[@AlexanderIgnatiev]

Do Dievier. I've been very satisfied with my waxed suede cognac, but I really want the green Crazy Horse leather.

[@neuro.weaver]

This year you need to do the new TIMBERLAND Newmarket II Moc Toe! Preferably the full-grain ones.

[@Cwcs4]

I’ve been getting A LOT of ads from this new brand Portland leather and I’m not too sure what to think about them. You should review them

[@Jimmy_Cream]

Check out a Chinese brand called Yomior who do a good version of these. Fully leather lined in cow leather. 94gbp. I have 2 pairs from Yomior, not the Alden clones but, a cheap desert boot and a 1907 clone. The 1907 is solid in a really nice nubuck type leather, leather welt etc. Took them to my cobbler for some Vibram lugged soles and he couldn't believe I paid less than 100gbp for them I've 4 or 5 pair of boots from 2 Chinese makers and all are excellent hand built units

[@BullMoose1858]

It would be really great to see a pair of White's Mule Packers cut in half to see what brings them in at a lower price than the original White's Packer, and if they're more bang for your buck.

[@ianleue]

Banana Republic Jaxon is the Alden alternative I’d love to see you cut!

[@DOUBLEJ-km7kk]

they are not for hiking, they are for staring at yourself in the mirror. GREAT VIDEO ! I am getting them cuz I need to stare at myself in the mirror. im sure I will walk in them eventually.

[@SH-pc8ob]

Would love to see you cut a Paraboot Michael or a Yuketen boot for Moctober!

[@Bilderburger]

Please add an airtag pocket for your wallets.

[@russelljackman1413]

How about testing the Russell Moccasin Back Country boots? Thanks for all you do, Weston!

[@liamgalwey5616]

I have these, and Ive been wondering if they were actually Goodyear welted like they claimed. Honestly really disappoints me. Also I'd like to add that the speed hooks on these are FRAGILE. First time putting them on and one speed hook came off and could be reattached, so I'm stuck lacing them only two speed hooks high.

[@illcodino]

I owned a pair for 2 years with a good insole feel great but glue out sole is bad

[@mikebox]

I just grabbed my Alden Indy boots. Owner them now for over 15 years. Anyway, I realized they weight a ton. Too heavy. Twice as heavy as my Russell’s.

[@brianwalsh8972]

I really like my 403's. They have served me well. Kind of bummed to read all the hater comments following the hit piece. Jeebus.

[@jestonrademaker2430]

You really should do the Russell moccasins. They claim a lot of big stuff but I feel like it’s plausible. Also they just changed owners so you could see if there’s a dip in quality. Plus they’re in the Smithsonian a few times which is cool

[@marenspeyer3717]

Would love you see you cut a pair of CAROL CHRISTIAN POELL boots! Probably would be the most expensive to date....

[@procrastinator9]

Before I became a boot snob, I bought some cheapos from Fleet Farm. No joke, I got a painful case of plantars fasciitis within a couple weeks. I didn't know what it was. It just felt like a knife was sticking in the sole of my foot. I persevered in my daily hikes and the boots fell apart quickly. It was my good fortune they didn't last long. They were the cause of the p.f.. I had to take several weeks of rest. Not cool. Good boots pay for themselves. I have never had the same problem with good quality boots.

[@anarcho-syndicalistcouncil2510]

I'd really like to see you cut the Canadian army mk3 boots. I belive it would be the first boot you'd cut up made of pebble leather and/or 2 layers of leather across tge whole boot.

[@vonglo4587]

Thanks for another great vid

[@torinalexander2253]

Thanks so much for this review. I have been looking for an Alden alternative. This is not it.

[@MeToo-py1tq]

Look into J Crew Kenton boot

[@jmarth523]

Parkhurst Niagara

[@ECromeens]

I’d like to see what type think of the Magnoli Clothiers adventure boot either the ready made or the custom ones

[@MillerWiggle]

Can you cut Irish setters 838 wing shooters in half? They are moc toe 😅

[@FT4Freedom]

Pretty excited for moctober. 🎉

[@Joa287]

Speaking of "costume boots", could you maybe do sometime in the future the Stacy Adams Madison Cap-Toe Boots that Ryan Gosling wore in the movie Drive?

[@nativewarparty5350]

When are you going to cut apart the timberland Moc toe boot? They currently have two versions, a darker brown and a tan color boot, can’t wait to see the rest of Moctober!

[@pskarts20]

I really like my Meermin Spilt toe boots got them on a sale for $115.

[@TheChickenx18]

I am still waiting for Allen Edmonds!!! I have a few of thier boots and shoes. I would want you to cut them in half and show other US based compaines. Guess I will wait for another year or 2 till you get around to them :)

[@Chris-lc5vf]

Russell moccasin next please! Iron Snail did a vid on hiking in them and the famous veteran that wore them but it would be nice to see what it looks like cut!

[@JIppo-ns5zu]

holy cow moctober already. I'd love for you cut apart a set of 4183, the jcrew roughnecks. They have a unremovable gel insole that is so comfortable IDK how it isnt the standard. it doesnt form to the shape of your foot at all it just cushions you like the chest of a busty goth girl. my pair was built in 08 i've owned them since ~16 and theyre still going strong.

[@williamarodrigues6971]

Best Moc Toe of 2023 so far!

[@hiramesensei3112]

Would really like to seea discussion of the Red Wing Blacksmith.

[@yggdrasil8387]

You should cut a Red Wing Girard 9091 for moctober! Great alternative to the Alden Indy in color 8

[@Boksburg1982]

Could you please do a review on Anfibio boots made in Montreal Canada. They are advertised as top quality hand crafted boots but I wore the heel and sole out in one season. When I called them about this they told me to take them to a good repair shop ! $380 wasted.

[@painperdu13]

Please do Sorel Carson Moc boots I just got the waterproof ones.

[@MeToo-py1tq]

I like J Crew Kenton boots sometimes I like Allen Edmonds too