THE BLUNDSTONE KILLER! Jim Green Chelsea Boots Review.

I have been on the hunt for a rugged pair of Chelsea boots for a while now. Something I can easily pull on and run off to the shops or take the little one to the play park. The search led me to Jim Green. An outfit out of South Africa that are making waves in the boot world and is nipping on the heels of some big boot hitters.
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[@The1860th]

I’ve wanted blundstone & redbacks but I couldn’t wear them to the office. I found out RedWing makes a Chelsea I wanted after they were discontinued. I can find my size but only in all black which isn’t for me. Jim Green makes exactly what I want and I’ll be buying a pair soon!

[@trulsdirio]

In a decade or so, when my Red Back boots have finally given up, I might have a look at the Jim Green ones.

[@BwBumbar]

Love the Jim Green products. Also try Helm boots if you can get them. I have their old model Chelsea and they’re great. Blake rapid stitch so they can be resoled. Couldn’t be happier.

[@BrianTheBee]

Thanks for this video. Ive been wanting a pair of Chelsea boots for awhile because of the convenience of just pulling them on. What I didn’t like about them was the pointy toe and dressy styling. I wanted some rugged work style Chelsea boots. But red wings are $300 and everything else was made in china or just not my style. These have the style I was looking for and the construction looks great.

[@uncannyfox]

I think I just found my next pair of boots! Thanks for this vid!

[@CeeAreDee]

You’re welcome buddy

[@ski3504]

Just ordered the Stockman boots in Fudge colorway. Looking forward to getting them. Great review. Liked and subscribed!

[@CeeAreDee]

Thanks mate. I really appreciate it.

[@binglenator]

I have the outback in khaki suede, perfect everyday boot. Keep looking at the Vellie…..

[@NickElliottOutdoors]

Fine fine I'll subscribe. Thanks for this video man.

[@CeeAreDee]

Cheers Nick. It’s appreciated.

[@ivenhoho]

I subscribed and I'm damned proud of myself for doing so.

[@101jumpit]

Superb Boots.I love my Stockman's 🤠❣

[@pherble]

I have the Red Wings Heritageand the Jim Greens Stockman and the Greens are a no brainer. Great boot for great price. The finish is a little rough but the workmanship is tough.

[@CeeAreDee]

Exactly. They are a great pair of boots for the price.

[@TheFunkstain]

You need to check out Mckinlays boots made in NZ. The Fraser is their Chelsea boot.

[@HeroinesHeroH]

Thanks for the review. How's the sizing?

[@HeroinesHeroH]

I've been super curious of these. Had a pair of Panama Jacks Burtons, which felt and looked amazing but the quality was bad. After those I've been looking for chelseas with good soles. How do the JM's compare to Red Wings chelseas you've reviewed?

[@bernardocardoso1356]

Thanks for making videos like this. I have been looking for months for chelseas that don't look too dainty or too chunky and have good grip. The Jim Green Fudge Crazy Horse almost hit the mark for me. They do look like a good value, though. Have you considered Thursday (Legend model) Mark Albert, or Grant Stone chelseas?

[@CeeAreDee]

Had a look at them all. Wasn’t that convinced and they are a little hard to get over here.

[@bernardocardoso1356]

@@CeeAreDee I totally get it. Even in Canada, which is literally conjoined to the USA, it's hard to get them. Except for Thursday boots, it can take as much as $100CAD just for shipping and customs, even more if you have to return or exchange.

[@Joseph_yy]

@@bernardocardoso1356 Thursday’s quality isn’t as good as you might thought on the internet( definitely not as durable as Jimgreen), the legend model’s “lug sole” is just lug style foam. Grant stone is pretty nice indeed but I personally don’t feel comfortable supporting chinese made products. Just some personal opinions, hope it helps!

[@martiniv8924]

I’m looking for something (Chelsea) with a rugged sole, preferably with a shank insert for kickstarting my Norton, so either a Redwing or the Jim Green 🤔

[@jamesturner2914]

Great video, I’m a huge blundstone fan. Currently have a black pair and brown pair in rotation. Mainly wear them with Edwin loose straights. Although these seem like a good option, I just prefer the look of the blunnies.

[@Russellkhan]

Thanks for the review. I'm looking into my first pair of Chelseas and these are looking like the ones I'll probably get. How are those soles holding up? Have you had a chance to try them in the wet yet?

[@CeeAreDee]

Yeah. In the wet they are a little unpredictable. I think it’s just that kind of sole regardless of the material. I ended up getting another pair with the lug sole. Way better.

[@youmayalsolike]

Please update if this specific outsole is slippery on a wet surfaces

[@Robosan4000]

I want to see the lost video on the Birkenstock chelsea boots

[@kottomack]

Try Redback boots from Australia, if you can get them that is.

[@DT-vc7hd]

Anyone know the expected lifespan of the elastic gusset? Seems like that's the achielles heel of chelsea boots

[@nottsforest69]

Rhode Blake boot in roughout leather is good for a sub $200 chunky Chelsea

[@Tharification]

I would like to throw a danish brand into the mix! Have you looked at "Duckfeet"? They have a chelsea called "Roskilde". They also sell you a pair of soles, so you can replace your soles yourself at home once they have worn down (or get a cobbler to do it). Also, what's your reasoning behind not looking at getting a pair of RM Williams? They have the Gardener boots with the commando soles, that's a pretty rugged boot if you ask me.

[@funkudu4803]

They do sell a version with a steel toe cap

[@hejdingamleraev]

Yeah, the Jim Greens seem great, but I can't find any european retailer.

[@Nick-dq8or]

Same. Help some brothers out 🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@Faestingman]

You have to buy from the SA website, they ship to the UK which is expensive but still works out at a great price. I paid £120 inc shipping for the stockmans.

[@wildEthan101]

Rossi boots are the best Blundstone alternative. They are basically the same thing but Rossi is still made in AUS and made with better materials with better lasts.

[@CeeAreDee]

Yeah. I’ve heard good things but I’m just not into the style.

[@jaredsimon2196]

Rossi boots are now being made overseas except select models. This is straight from their website: “In April 2020, Rossi Boots joined the Australian owned and operated Propel Group alongside two more iconic Australian brands - Driza-Bone and RB Sellars. Staying true to their 110 year heritage, Rossi Boots continues to evolve, with a selection of the ‘Iconic Boots’ range still being crafted in their South Australian based factory.” Plus they don’t ship to US

[@gesman5000]

@@jaredsimon2196 yeah, mongrel and redback are the brands people should be buying if they want Australian made

[@crucify40]

I would also recommend Redback boots. I have the Chef model, which is a shorter height Chelsea boot. Very comfortable, soft leather. love their spider icon too ; )

[@minerforjob32]

See the video till the end

[@stevekennedy2337]

I who’s there was a Canadian retailer.

[@jawntanamo_bae]

I’ve also been looking for an alternative to Blunnies that are higher quality and resoleable. Love the look of Blundstone, but the disposable nature is a turn off. Thanks for the video. These are now officially on the radar!

[@wildEthan101]

Rossi Chelsea boots

[@RubbelisPro]

to be fair any boot can be repairable, it's just a matter of whether you want to pay a premium for a cobbler to install a welt on a non-welted boot.

[@minerforjob32]

Do a video on duckfeet!

[@jeffloucks2120]

My main qestion is how are these compared to the Red Wings? I got some steel toed Redbacks for work and thought about another non-steel toe for outside of work as they are so comfortable. Can still get Red Wing chelseas (2nds) here for a good price.

[@CeeAreDee]

Yeah. They are not up to Red Wing standards. But then. They are about half the price. I’d like to know where you’d get seconds 😂

[@kevinbell1785]

@@CeeAreDee Sierra Trading Post, USA has seconds

[@darrenhall7454]

Great boots! They look incredibly comfortable. 😁👍 I’m with you on laces… they drive me insane. Along with keys stuck in jeans pockets… and cyclists without lights at night. And kids running lose in restaurants. Having said that about laces, I’m looking into buying a pair of good quality brogues because I think they look fantastic with raw denim. Any recommendations?

[@CeeAreDee]

A pair of brogues are a good investment though. My recommendations would be a pair of Trickers. Something like this. shoplostfound.com/products/trickers-lost-found-navy-aniline-brogue?ktk=UEdKczZRLTc3Mjg3MjAzNzVh I’m breaking in a pair of Trickers penny loafers at the moment. It ain’t easy but it’ll be worth it!

[@darrenhall7454]

@@CeeAreDee Tricker’s are THE brogue, that’s great. Thank you. It would be good to see Weston from Rose Anvil cut a pair of Tricker’s or Crockett and Jones shoes in half. Thanks for that link. I haven’t seen Tricker’s at that price before. Just about an achievable price for me, but a good investment. Good luck with breaking in the loafers. 👍 I’d love to see you review them.

[@robbyt.5258]

The biggest difference is that the Blundstone was made in a very inexpensive construction with a direct attached sole. The Jim Green shoe is made using the so-called stitch down process. This process is more elaborate and of higher quality and more durable.

[@Old_Sod]

Word up

[@irylljc3092]

Where we can buy this? Please reply.

[@HeritageCast]

I like the redbacks idea for housework. But they are so aggressive it takes away from what it could be. And this is where Jim Green is just right there in the middle. Also im confused why Blundstone didnt beat Jim Green to the punch with stitchdown/goodyear sewn on construction with a vribram outsole. And even do it right around their same price point and throw the gauntlet down for long lasting footwear. IF they did everyone will give them praise.

[@CeeAreDee]

Yeah the red backs are not my thing at all.

[@nadinesmoske8831]

What may be the difference between the 2: stockman vs. outback?

[@tinytim11b]

Hey Nadine! So from what I've gathered there's 2 differences; the outsoles and the lasts. The Stockman has a lug sole and a narrower last

[@nadinesmoske8831]

@@tinytim11b thanks for your note; from my chat w JGr…on IG.. the last is same with Vallies which I have a pair. After a year + of wearing them my left foot is apparent a bit smaller so I end up w too much room. I also like a non slippery but walking sole, may be the Ranger sole . Thinking for a custom outback in black crazy horse leather. :-) no lasses!

[@TrevorFry]

How is the traction on the Outbacks on not-perfect surfaces (wet, dusty, etc.)?

[@CeeAreDee]

They are good around solid uneven surfaces. Out in the loose dirt they are not all that great. Least the ones I have. But there’s a model with a lug sole which would be perfect for that.

[@TrevorFry]

@@CeeAreDee Thank you for the reply! I ordered a pair of outbacks and didn't like the traction just walking on tile with a little spilled water on it. Ended up replacing them with the Stockmans (lugged sole version) - we'll see how those are once they arrive.

[@HeritageCast]

Even more crazy is that no PNW boot maker has done something like this yet. This is where a Drews can come in make something even better yet made in Mexico. And really make something special for the average guy.... Not just Bootymen lol...

[@CeeAreDee]

👢

[@andrewchan1722]

What was wrong with the Birkenstock Chelsea boot?

[@CeeAreDee]

Poor construction. Poor material. And fake Goodyear welt.

[@calgarycolt]

How does the sizing compare to Blundstones?

[@CeeAreDee]

I’d say pretty much the same.

[@markmullen1852]

Just ordered a pair of Stockmans. Do you still have yours and if so, how have they treated you?

[@CeeAreDee]

Love em!!! Swapped them for the ones with the lug sole. The crepe style was a bit slippery. And swapped in some decent insoles. Amazing boots.

[@markmullen1852]

@CeeAreDee Thank you kindly. Appreciate it. They arrive this weekend and I'm pretty excited. If I love them I'll probably order some Vellies from JG as well. Those are supposed to be super comfortable and hold up really well.

[@coltrv]

@@markmullen1852 how have they been?

[@SharpUchi]

Jim Green, Redbark, Rossi or mongrel?

[@Saint111Michael]

Redbacks

[@CeeAreDee]

Just not that into the style. I’m sure they are good boots but not my thing.

[@n00bstacle]

I'm 24 and unfortunately already make old man noises

[@CeeAreDee]

Haha. Just ahead of the curve.

[@vadimlarkov9418]

I'm 34, so tell me about it, huh

[@hkl614]

"Killer Boots Man" I believe is a Jim Carrey line

[@CeeAreDee]

😊😂

[@superspeederbooster]

I wish they were more avialable

[@CeeAreDee]

They ship world wide and the service is pretty good.

[@FrownyMascot]

5:50 ya don't wanna know 👀

[@CeeAreDee]

Kinda curious.

[@FrownyMascot]

I was today years old when I learned that they can also use horse for leather goods 😆

[@CeeAreDee]

@@FrownyMascot unfortunately you can use pretty much anything with skin. 😳

[@franzb69]

i would love chelseas but there is one flaw in the design that i hated. the elastics. they always fail. so i would rather opt for something that has buckles or something that's more rugged / tough than crappy ass elastics. i wanna try engineer boots or tanker boots. only something less...... hardcore, more fashion focused? to keep things more comfy

[@CeeAreDee]

I would love to get a pair of Engineers, the Whites would be sick... the thing is, they dont really work with most of my tapered jeans. I am curious how the elastic will last but I didn't find anything online about this failing.

[@blueband8114]

Franz69, its the buckles on Engineer boots that put me off. Otherwise I'd have a pair.

[@tonysoprano4883]

Try Roper boots if you're in USA. I'd definitely get myself a pair if I lived there.

[@minerforjob32]

@@blueband8114 You can get them buckle less

[@jawntanamo_bae]

You should try a side zip. They’re just Chelsea’s with a zipper

[@latetodagame1892]

Have you had back or knee surgery?

[@CeeAreDee]

Both. Unfortunately.

[@latetodagame1892]

@@CeeAreDee oh damn!

[@stevekennedy2337]

Just wait till you hit 50…🤪

[@keysersoze4947]

jim green just raised their price to 30% compare to last year { thats a big jump} ,,,,,,,,, Not really affordable now ,, sorry but for me i still choose Blundstone chelsea 550 at $209 { i know its a lil pricey but you have to pay extra for History and Heritage of the brand { just like other stuff like rolex , patek , audemars piguet watches ,mercedes benz s-class, bmw 7-series , gucci and other high end clothing brands , they're not worth the price but people still buy them .........

[@evancao9808]

I just got my Jim green today ,from PPE store 。 it is only 60$ for the stockman. I'm gonna have another pair keep as a backup

[@thedragon356]

Except Jim greens are built better and will last far Longer than blundstones

[@jacovandeventer1997]

Test them before you talk about them man !

[@arthursfist7090]

I prefer blundstones. These don't look that nice.

[@CeeAreDee]

Guess it’s individual taste. For me I’m really not into the blundstones which got me to finding these.

[@user-mf1cv1so1y]

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