Should You Buy L.L. Bean Boots?

[@tinytimay13]

Loved the video! Just an FYI, the waxed canvas boot you referred to has a leather trim so it's not going to be vegan. This summer, there were a few small batch 6 inch Bean Boots released that have all canvas uppers. I also loved your video on the 585 blundstones! The one thing that the Bean boots have over the Blundstones is that they can be resoled (for $40). There's a repair department in Maine that can do all sorts of work on the Bean boots. It's tricky but I would have talked more about sizing, especially between the lined vs unlined boots. Hard to know if you haven't tried them all on at the store. I'm a 9.5 and I wear a 8 in the unlined and a 9 in the lined.

[@TheIronSnail]

Tim Sharp thanks so much for the info!! I’m going to pin your comment if you don’t mind

[@pneulancer]

I'm not that old,.....but goddamn,; I have to concern myself with whether a clothing product is "vegan" now? Holy shit! I thought that only applied to concepts of being a carnivore or herbivore. I give up..... At this point I must be considered an amoral, nihilistic scumbag.

[@C-2-t-M]

How do you not have millions of subscribers??? All your videos are amazing!

[@omegamanGXE]

I love stumbling upon underrated gems of a channel like this one

[@johnfarel3152]

They have flannel lined version with a darker upper which is the style I purchased. Love mine. I only wear them in winter, snow or occasionally cold rain. I bought my actual shoe size which is a 9, and so I will wear thicker socks. They are very comfortable and have great snow traction.

[@michaelmcginley1875]

You probably get this a lot but the quality of your videos makes you seem like a way bigger channel than you actually are. Keep it up!

[@TheIronSnail]

Michael McGinley thank you so much!

[@ksajak]

I just grabbed a pair of 8" flannel lined insulated bean boots. They're dark brown. Such nice looking boots! Finally found a pair that fit me good. They have a nice blue color flannel liner in them which is what made me check them out. Then the dark brown leather looked really good. So I went with them. Only thing is the tongue isnt gusseted all the way up. But I already got them conditioned and ready to go! I'm in Massachusetts. So they'll definitely get use! Seen this video already but had to come back and watch again and leave a comment. Thanks man! Have a good one and stay safe 🤝

[@angustillett2649]

8:56 vintage pressed clap issues, feel u bro.

[@xLolitaxRagxDollx]

That's a really good point you brought up that if the boots being part of a separate market (like the "pumpkin spice preppy" one) helps the company and encourages them to keep making this beloved item rather than discontinuing due to lack of sales, then it's in our best interest to support that so long as we aren't self-conscious about our own appearance and really are buying them for the utilitarian purpose. It's similar to the Stanley cup. If that hype helps a company we love that sells good quality, durable outdoor gear to stay afloat in this competitive market so that we can continue to enjoy their quality products, then so be it. As long as they don't start to compromise their dedication to quality like so many companies have at this point.

[@ryanjones9471]

My dad bought a pair of these boots when I was probably eight years old. It was a big expenditure of money for him at the time. He wore them for the next 30 years. He had to send them out to get resolved at that point. Which at the time L.L. Bean was doing for free. Too many people took advantage of that in the worst possible sense. They now charge you $50 to have your boots resoled. My dad passed away three years ago. After he passed away, I asked my mom if I could have those boots. When she said yes I was thrilled! I put them on. Even though my feet were the same size, I couldn’t fill those boots. (let’s be honest if you have a real, good dad, filling his boots will be a life long quest anyway) His wear pattern was so different from mine it felt awkward trying to walk in them. So I looked up how to send them in to get them resoled myself. The process they have to get these boots resoled is incredibly easy process. I mailed them into L.L. Bean, they mailed me back a brand new pair of boots.I now can wear the same boots that my dad wore every hunting trip, every fishing trip, every odd job, every time I remember my dad outside. Which was most of the time. The people at L.L. Bean are fantastic to deal with the boots are of outstanding quality. They will last you your lifetime plus your kids. The company is fantastic to work with. It’s not what you get from Sperry. It’s what you get from L.L. Bean. The boots are extremely similar, but it goes beyond that and anyone who’s ever been around L.L. Bean knows exactly what I’m talking about. By these in complete trust that you are getting a top of the line boot. One that certainly exceeds what you see in simply watching a KZbin video about the L.L. Bean boot. When you buy these by them with the understanding that you are taking them like you take a spouse. They will be with you for better or for worse and they will take care of you no matter what you need.

[@TheIronSnail]

Very well said!!

[@MummyBrown]

Beautiful. Best comment ever.

[@snowmonster42]

Your comment made me chuckle because I told my daughters almost exactly the same thing. Basically, choose wisely because you will have these for years and years. I have a barn jacket that I bought before my oldest was born - she's 28 - and I still get compliments every time I wear it. And yes, my LL Bean boots lasted longer than my marriage.

[@mohamedelyaouti2051]

This is ai

[@blakelee4555]

Awesome video man, not sure why you're not blown up yet.. just keep at what you've been doing and you'll gain some traction and and the channel will explode in no time, I'm sure.. have a good one!

[@TheIronSnail]

Blake Lee wow thank you for the compliment!

[@blakelee4555]

@@TheIronSnail no problem man, also you pushed me over the edge a while back with your blundstones video.. my family is mostly Australian so I grew up wearing them but I'm in Arizona so I just bought some in college and I haven't conditioned them yet.. but yours look like the originals again in this video (like lighter) compared to how dark they got in the conditioning video.. maybe an update video might be good (like "How are my BLUNDSTONE boots holding up after X months??" or something).. but did they get lighter or have they not been conditioned in a while or is it just the lighting 😂😂

[@willssmallenginerepairllc5060]

I have the 8" Gore Tex and Thinsulate lined Bean Boots, I wear thermal socks with them and my feet stay warm and dry at work, which is why I asked for a pair for my birthday this year. I wear my work pants over them.

[@TheIronSnail]

Will's Garage smartNove! Hard to beat goretex and thinsulate

[@TinyIslandMaine]

I have a pair of pull on bean boots (like your blundstones) that are insulated and over 15 years old and have never let me down in the winter. I have re glued the soles but that’s it.

[@missyluvs87]

You got me sold!! I'm buying some Bean Boots right now!!! Lol

[@user-nx4lc9pf5j]

I got the 8 inch with the shearling because my feet are ALWAYS cold. They're great

[@feiwong70]

4:15 triple stitching pattern on the right pair is wider than the insulated pair on the left. Strange!

[@justinjustinjustin10]

LL Bean actually has about 200 items still made in USA. But the bean boots is really the only apparel item that is. They sell made in the USA blankets or socks etc too

[@cakedupkevin]

Brand new subscriber to your channel! In the market for some Bean boots and your video helped me with my decision!

[@TheIronSnail]

Hey great to hear!!

[@crossbones8956]

I wish I’d known about the Bean boots when I bought my Sperry’s last Fall. Though, I’m only wearing them when it’s really cold, and are there to keep my feet dry when shoveling and raking leaves. These look a lot better and I think they will probably last a bit longer as well.

[@TheIronSnail]

Sperrys aren’t bad either though!

[@masonlankford6346]

I got mine last Christmas. I absolutely loved them. I thought they were going to last for a long time, but now seams have failed and they taking on water. I’m obviously Disappointed. I’m going to see if I can get them replaced, but even if they do replace them I’m concerned that they will keep breaking and I’ll have to try to get them replaced again.

[@theunsophisticatedplatypus4685]

I just got these and of course the wrong size. Debated returning and getting the 6”. But this tumbled leather is so, so nice. You made me want to own and keep the 8” with the cuff padding is nice. Thanks dude, new follower just because of this video.

[@snacko30]

Great review. Thanks for the insight.

[@TheIronSnail]

snacko30 thanks for watching!

[@fashionsenseforthewiseands2023]

Nice Review. Nice amount of detail about an iconic brand.

[@somethingsomethingusername580]

love the video and also I watch a ton of your videos and you should put in the description where you got whatever outfit you are wearing that day. I really like the shirt and jacket you are wearing. Keep up the good work man

[@TheIronSnail]

Will so and thanks for the suggestion!!!

[@mattingly1217]

I got the exact boot you have and loved them but they don't come in wide... so I gave those to my wife and got the plain Jane in wide.. wish I could get those in wide

[@mattingly1217]

The leather is nicer and love the padding around the upper edge

[@TheIronSnail]

Ugh that stinks BUT at least your wife got them!!

[@mattingly1217]

@@TheIronSnail true that... but she doesn't like the look of them... killing me lol

[@jackgriffith9229]

Going hunting? Fishing? Want to keep your feet warm and dry as you sit in a blind with no heat but cold wet ground? Want to focus on dragging your Deer 🦌 out of the woods without whining like a Girl Scout on camping trip? Get the 10 inch uninsulated . Use woolen socks for warmth. Get the insulated for late season miserable cold 🥶 weather conditions. Enjoy!

[@erockw2250]

Super well done video. Pump out the content at this quality and you will see the payoff!

[@TheIronSnail]

Erock W thanks! I’m trying to do weekly vids now!!

[@TisNotReallyMe]

Already subbed and following you on ig after finding you on T&H. Haven't seen you in any videos over there in a while but I've always enjoyed your content - more so than the others if I'm honest. I really enjoy your laid back genuine content. I'd really like a video on your Rollie - if it's not too much of a conflict of interest. I'm considering splashing out on a Tudor Date Day and wouldn't mind hearing your opinion, if you have one? All the best for the channel I'm sure it'll grow pretty quickly!

[@TheIronSnail]

Jack Braithwaite thanks so much! And don’t worry I’ll be doing one on my Rolex soon :)

[@willfigueroa4213]

just picked up the goretex for half off. Loving your videos snail.

[@TheIronSnail]

No way! Those are my next purchase for sure and also TY!!!

[@ASparksIII]

Probably over 20 pairs in my lifetime and with the outdoor mileage I cover every week the soles are worn through in three months and they almost always also fail at the heel rubber/leather junction. Way too expensive now and I just buy used ones off eBay but I'm also wearing them less than less . Glad they work for some people but for me they are just disposable .

[@mookeychase0907]

Duck boots are absolutely prep style, we used to call em Preppies but yep the preppies rocked Dock Sides(now called boat shoes) Sebagos (same) with their strait leg Levis LaCoste shirts and matching sox Hip Hop cats rocked Herman Survivors which were the nu buck boots that preceded Tims that was 40 years ago I'm a grown men now and my style is different...

[@ashtonarnot3674]

Hi im getting LL ben boots and will they be good in canada winters at like - 10 -15 -20 like the bass boots

[@TheMensch]

Man these are really awesome especially since guys are so limited in what they can wear in the rain! Curious how much you paid for them since you said you got them on sale!

[@TheIronSnail]

The Mensch on Menswear sorry for the late response! I think $100??

[@voiceofreason2674]

I actually hunt ducks in Louisiana and LL Bean boots were the standard back in the day when Gore Tex meant something but the quality has fallen off. I’ve bought two pairs of LL beans in the past 4 years and they’ve both rotted and broken.

[@spazzinfytb]

Yes

[@evanlibby9937]

Love your videos man, what else are you thinking about making videos on? I really enjoyed your videos on raw denim.

[@TheIronSnail]

Evan Libby definitely more raw denim to come! Some leather jackets, flannels, really everything I can think of that I like haha

[@evanlibby9937]

Wool and Lanolin can’t wait to see what you got coming down the pipe

It’s funny when you are talking about preppy people wearing these (I might call them hipsters) because these boots were originally designed by Mr Bean as a hunting and explorer/snowshoe boot around 1912. Our grand parents and great grandparents wore them for farm work. I just ordered a pair for shoveling snow, snowshoeing, vehicle safety, and hunting. It’s kind of cracks me up when young hipsters wear things as a fashion statement, and older folks wear them they probably think these old farts should dress their age, lol! Like the hipsters are the ones who discovered them! I’ll be driving from my home in colorado to visit my family where I’m from in minnesota. I’ll take a quick detour to stop in Redwing to see if I can pick up any good deals on factory seconds Redwing boots. They can be re-soled, get character with age, and last a lifetime if you care for them. Of course their another hipster statement. Of course I grow my beard out for hunting season and enjoy a good pair of Levi’s and a nice flannel shirt. I’m 54 years old and of it wasn’t for my age I would probably fit right in when I stop by my local coffee roaster and sit down by the fireplace to enjoy a cup of Joe! Now only if the chicks could see me for the hipster that I really am! I enjoyed your review. I wish you much success on your channel. Cheers!

[@TheIronSnail]

Hahahaha thanks for the kind words!! It’s really funny to see it. It’s always the workwear they aren’t “cool” right away and get cool after and all of a sudden they are the coolest things to own! Even Levi’s if you go back far enough weren’t “cool” for the longest time! Really appreciate the comment, hope the boots serve you well and you get some great favorite seconds!

[@davids.3725]

"And then I didn't like Sonia anymore..." 🤣🤣🤣 duuude, I've been there 😂 Funny story 3:40

[@TheIronSnail]

We all go through it!

[@lindaharrison4201]

thanks for info. i bought a pair of the bean boots for my autistic son who is non verbal and could get any feed back from him thx

[@TheIronSnail]

Of course!

[@aaronp2992]

Linda Harrison My sister was a live in resident at Cardinal Cushing here in MA, all autistic and Down syndrome. The owner of LL Beans granddaughter was a resident there as well and they’d give the residents in her house free merchandise. Very nice people.

[@Jay_Mac1775]

Didn’t know that were considered preppy or pumpkin spice. Before I knew they were called duck or bean boots I called them logger boots and associated them with just working out in the forest or in a harbour

[@TheIronSnail]

Oh they’ve been taken over by preppy pumpkin!

[@Jay_Mac1775]

@@TheIronSnail they seem to have yes, I live in California and you don’t see them as much. I’ve used them solely for outdoor hiking and wet weather things. Wouldn’t trade these in at all, your channel is one of the things that helped me decide on them

[@zachsheffield1325]

Just like how hipsters made PBR more expensive than mid priced beer!!

[@jwc3308]

Ohhhhh right been wanting for a new video.. love your work.. Because of you I bought the same Blundstone.. and the Taylor stitch Long haul jacket indigo waffle too. Got size small return for a medium.i can't wait to get.. Also may I ask what brand black jeans and white t-shirts you use in your videos.. and thanks for being here making really good videos.. Keep it up🙏

[@TheIronSnail]

Jwc sure thing! And also WOW thanks! Naked and Famous black selvedge jeans super guy fit Bella canvas white shirt!

[@jwc3308]

Awesome thanks for responding back..few more Goodies to get now Can't wait for your next video👍👌😊

[@TheIronSnail]

Jwc enjoy!!

[@adventureguy4119]

Buddy’s at a point in his life he can buy boots for each specific task lol

[@TheIronSnail]

Hahaha why didn’t i think of that idea before

[@DymaxionDon]

Bought a pair for my wife and they are nice boots, but the stitching is very light weight and will not last. If you are buying boots for image, they are fine but avoid them for serious use.

[@silvermountainman2562]

I definitely would buy those boots, if I was gonna wash my car in the winter here in Wisconsin … 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@tee_savy100]

does the width matter if you're going a size down???

[@TheIronSnail]

Travis C it shouldn’t unless you have some thick feet! Always better to try on in the store

[@ppgliderbrigmatiusmostcold5120]

How's the stability when walking?

[@TheIronSnail]

Great!

[@tomjones3488]

I wear a size 10 in shoes, so should I get a size 9 in these boots?

[@TheIronSnail]

Tom Jones yes!

[@zachsheffield1325]

Can you customize them?

[@JoshuaSlosser]

When do these boots go on sale?

[@jeepcam84]

Is it comfortable wearing 8 hrs ?

[@TheIronSnail]

Yes!

[@jeepcam84]

I wear 8.5 sneaker should I order 8 or 9 shearling boots in timberland I wear 8

[@itsjustdorian8927]

How’s the sizing?

[@jumangiiowl664]

do you like the blundstones or bean boots better?

[@TheIronSnail]

Jumangii Owl that’s a great question! Blundstones because they are SO easy to put on and a bit more versatile. Tying up bean boots is a chore sometimes/I’m pretty lazy with tying things haha

[@alissafrank3135]

Size matters.... Pause lol great video

[@TheIronSnail]

Hahaha thanks!

[@jonathan53356]

I was not a fan of these boots. I live in Minnesota and these boots they weren't useful to me. Not saying they were bad boots. They were nicely made. I just didn't like them. None of the LL Bean Boot line is warm enough. When I purchased them the sales guy even said "these aren't winter boots." I was fine with that as I got them as running errands boots. My thing was even as insulated boots, they just weren't warm enough even for short stints outside. When wearing them in the spring and fall I found myself grabbing for my Muck boots instead. Muck boots are more supportive and prottect your feet and calves better. I'm sure since they were built for New England they probably work really well there. Our climate in Minnesota just didn't work with these boots. I ended up getting a pair of Kamik William boots for running erands. I also think LL Bean needs to figure out how to size their boots correctly. The sizing was ridiculous. I sent 2 pairs back just to figure out my size.

[@johnnywong9531]

do you wear them in the summer ?

[@TheIronSnail]

Only if it’s raining!

[@evvignes]

Is your watch a Rolex? Looks good.

[@TheIronSnail]

evvignes it is! Sharp eye!

[@evvignes]

Wool and Lanolin, Looks vintage, very nice.

[@TheIronSnail]

evvignes 1970’s 1601 😎

[@yankeydoodle101]

I'm not having a pop but aren't these more for women?

[@nicholascarter9875]

No? I don't know what you mean by "more for women", but they make boots for everyone. Kids, adults, men and women. I see my teachers and peers wear them!

[@mkite715]

No not at all. They make men specific and women specific. Very common with guys and a long history.

[@sidneywhite749]

I bought these and returned them hated them, bad fit, heel glued on, heel too small.

[@TheIronSnail]

Sorry to hear that!

[@sidneywhite749]

@Jeff Ringrose I ordered them from LL Bean. If you look closely to pictures from Bean specifically at the shoe heel you will see my point. In my opinion cheap over priced boots, never again. Bean relies on too many imports.

[@MrThekikster]

How’s the sizing on these? My true size is a 9. What size would you recommend I get?

[@nickmanglitz8980]

FriscoFloHorology size down 1 size.. youll be fine

[@TheIronSnail]

nick manglitz agreed!

[@MrThekikster]

nick manglitz thanks!

[@Markm658]

size 8, they are wide I jus bought one I'm a true size 8 n a 7 fits so well

[@dm9078]

Took a weird turn alright.

[@TwistedOmYoga]

JNCOs and Beans 😅

[@davidelliott4391]

Patina is what copper does when it turns green. Has nothing to do with boots. Just saying.

[@TheIronSnail]

It’s slang used for articles of clothing that age well!

[@BryanDBraddy]

Christian is rubbing off on you!

[@TheIronSnail]

Hahaha! This is before i worked there!

[@evemitchellanderson]

Don't wear skinny jeans with boots

[@ktrigg2]

Don’t wear skinny jeans ever

[@tinkrls3r]

No one cares

[@davids.3725]

Wait...hipsters use these boots for a fashion statement? 🤦‍♂️ I don't stay up to date on those sort of things..........well, at least their feet will be dry and warm 🤣

[@TheIronSnail]

Bahahaha

[@numbskullone]

That’s not how you lace these up .thats all wrong

[@innexum]

You put a foot in her boot, what a rookie mistake.

[@jeffreyrichardson]

what suits your fancy doug turney his wife nancy need for grammerly

[@TheIronSnail]

That was beautiful

[@handsomeasiandude1126]

LL cool BEANS!

[@TheIronSnail]

GOT EM!!

[@TPBGR]

They’re hunting boots

[@xoxUnD3R0aThxox]

but u look like u would rock the preppy look, I think boat shoes were made for dudes like you, no offense

[@TheIronSnail]

xoxUnD3R0aThxox none taken! I don’t think boat shoes are the worst!

[@mohawkdriver2504]

Novice boot wearer. Learn how to tie them without having the laces sticking our.

[@TheIronSnail]

Nope!

[@waleedalasad5360]

Have you considered acting ?

[@TheIronSnail]

I love acting!

[@user-yv8kd2jo2x]

Dude take a breath

[@TheIronSnail]

Never

[@edsaban572]

What attention to details… Stitching looks like shit.

[@pupwizard3888]

Ugh, his style is so ADHD. Disjointed presentation (he is all over the place) and you get a headache trying to follow what he is saying.

[@TheIronSnail]

Sorry pupwizard

[@CC-kj4yc]

I think bean boots are both amazing looking while also being hideous.