The Truth about Walmart boots

[@RoseAnvil]

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[@kitcraft9516]

These look cool. I am happy, mostly, with my Barefoot African Rangers but they would be so much nicer of the sock liner ran the entire length of the boot. And a steel or composite toe collaboration on some barefoot boots would be awesome. Hope to check out a pair of the Troopers too.

[@danieltoth371]

Any chance of getting these in europe? Or it would cost a fortune?

[@LSD-420]

Is there any chance does Jim green boots will be available with a regular sole? They look cool, but I'm not into zero drop.

[@caferider5434]

How do these fit your tiny ankles? I'm built the same!

[@orangeyellow-me1pz]

Did you guys ever do a review on Patron boots from Mexico? They seem to be very affordable sub $100. I don't know how good they are but they are good year welted.

[@robadams2274]

I've been there. When you're broke, you get the Walmart boots to get you through. If they start to fall apart, glue or tape em together. You're at work, not a fashion expo. When you've been working long enough and can afford something better, then you get something better.

[@Dansk55]

Aren't worth it even when broke. Waste of time and money

[@robadams2274]

@@Dansk55 that sounds good but when you're actually broke and need shoes, having someone tell you that the cheap shoes you can actually afford are a poor value proposition compared to shoes you can't afford isn't exactly helpful.

[@thenoneckpeoplerepresentat8074]

I must have been way more broke than you. I got a used Surplus pair of combat boots to wear till I got a paycheque. Then I got Walmart boots.

[@norbertszekeres867]

You should have stick to the surplus if there aren't any chatastrophic failure

[@lunchboxproductions1183]

​@@robadams2274A really good pair of leather boots cost fifty dollars. But an affordable pair of boots, which were sort of OK for a season or two and then leaked like hell when the cardboard gave out, cost about ten dollars. ... But the thing was that good boots lasted for years and years. A man who could afford fifty dollars had a pair of boots that'd still be keeping his feet dry in ten years' time, while a poor man who could only afford cheap boots would have spent a hundred dollars on boots in the same time and would still have wet feet.[4]

[@Matt18001]

Used to do railroad maintenance. That environment is super hard on boots. Redwing work boots would last me 3 years with a resole at around 18 months. Around 600 days of work and $400 including the resole. $100 Walmart boots lasted people around 4 months, in the same time period that's $900. After the first couple weeks redwings feel great on your feet whereas cheap boots feel best when new and get worse overtime.

[@heiner71]

You made a good point here. The $100 boots may last for 4 months but after a few weeks they start breaking down and become uncomfortable, when all the squishiness disappears from the mid-sole. I believe Carl Murawski made a video about that, where he bought a cheap pair of work boots for a construction worker friend of his, and he described exactly that. They were best when brand new, and then deteriorated fast.

[@noneyabizz8337]

Plus, how much better do your feet feel during that time?

[@reubensandwich9249]

Walking on ballast all day is definately a test. Rocks will chew the toes quickly. Which Redwings did you get? Last pair of Supersoles I got had like no breakin which has me nervous they aren't going to last long.

[@danielaramburo7648]

Walmart boots are ok when you get the job. But when get your first check, get good boots.

[@Matt18001]

@@reubensandwich9249 supersoles, the sole does wear through and the harder outer rubber delaminates from the softer insides which I repair with superglue for as long as possible, then resole them to vibram. I've also had kingtoe, which seem to last a bit longer out of the box but I liked their fit less.

[@funkyspacecow]

Quoting the late, great Terry Pratchett on boots: “The reason that the rich were so rich, Vimes reasoned, was because they managed to spend less money. Take boots, for example. He earned thirty-eight dollars a month plus allowances. A really good pair of leather boots cost fifty dollars. But an affordable pair of boots, which were sort of OK for a season or two and then leaked like hell when the cardboard gave out, cost about ten dollars. Those were the kind of boots Vimes always bought, and wore until the soles were so thin that he could tell where he was in Ankh-Morpork on a foggy night by the feel of the cobbles. But the thing was that good boots lasted for years and years. A man who could afford fifty dollars had a pair of boots that'd still be keeping his feet dry in ten years' time, while the poor man who could only afford cheap boots would have spent a hundred dollars on boots in the same time and would still have wet feet. This was the Captain Samuel Vimes 'Boots' theory of socioeconomic unfairness.” ― Terry Pratchett, Men at Arms

[@JCW86]

That's not why people are rich lol. If anything the rich waste far more money than poor, because they have more money to spend.

[@jeremyt2212]

I'm forty-five. I'd swear that I can remember Walmart actually carrying some name brand boots like Wolverine when I was a boy before phasing them out in favor of these cheap, only-at-Walmart brands. I still don't understand why they'd do that.

[@kaibowman4803]

I remember Walmart carrying Wolverines, too, and I'm half your age. I'm guessing ever since Sam died a decade before my birth, his kids have been running his company for profit profit profit.

[@EssenceofPureFlavor]

​@@kaibowman4803Sam ran his company for profit profit profit. Profit profit profit isn't bad bad bad. Being shortsighted and stupid is bad bad bad.

[@gkjsooley]

In Canada, Wal_Mart used to carry Canadian-made Terra work boots.

[@walkermorales337]

I vaguely remember seeing the wolverine logo at a Walmart, don’t remember when though. I’m 24 for reference.

[@CatalystOfFire]

You don't understand why Wal Mart would sell crap? Were there any 45 year olds born in 2023?

[@datznasty1475]

I can honestly say when I was 18 and started doing drywall and framing I bought the Herman survivors and I got them to last me a year they were rough towards the end but they did the job for the time being 😅😂

[@v3xx3r]

I got a pair of heavy duty work boots at Walmart a few years back and they felt great for 2 weeks but the entire inner and outer sole blew out and wore through. Literally you could see my socks after 3 weeks. Cost me $70 too.

[@tomr3422]

I bought a pair of herman survivors 6 or 7 years ago while traveling for work, ended up not needing them and put the never worn boots in the trunk, almost a year later, I needed a pair of boots at a site I was going to, pulled them out of the trunk and the rubber outer sole had fallen off both boots and was laying in the box. I think I paid $89 for them, went in the trash without ever having a foot in them.

[@2ndrangersww2]

For my first construction job as an apprentice, I used a Walmart boot for the first month or so and then bought a pair of red wings. If you absolutely have to use them (I had probably a couple hundred dollars to my name when I got the job) they will make do for a few weeks.

[@daniel0atk]

What Red wings did you get? If you don't mind me asking.

[@2ndrangersww2]

@@daniel0atk I got the 8 inch Irish setter wingshooters. Have worn them just about every day for 4 years with no issues. I mainly work on concrete floors so the soft rubber sole doesn't strain my feet as much as regular work boots. Irish setter is owned by red wing however I'm not sure what the difference is

[@paulkersey6283]

@@2ndrangersww2Chinese/Vietnam compared to America with the redwings..

[@daniel0atk]

@@2ndrangersww2 The main difference from what I've read is Redwings are made in the US, vs Irish Setter being made in their foreign plants. I guess Irish Setter would have lower quality control because of cheaper labor, but glad your's have held up!

[@eharris6347]

Irish setter is comfortable And pretty decent boot

[@LudiCrust.]

A rule my parents always went by & passed on to me is never go cheap on shoes or especially boots. If you have to decide between spending your money on clothes or shoes/boots always choose the shoes. Cheap clothes will last a lot longer than cheap shoes & the cheap shoes are hard on your feet & you must always take care of your feet.

[@falconsnfl]

Smart parents!!

[@sonyafox3271]

Yep, when, I was growing up going to by shoes was an event, there was actually full service shoe stores! And, someone would give you the full service treatment, we would always done this 3 to 4 times a year! Then, my mom worked at the shoe factory so, she also got an employee discount when, she brought shoes from her company catalog! One thing our family wasn’t short of was good quality shoes! Aka/ I also spent a lot of my summer days at the U.S. Shoe Factory and, I learned to work the machines my mom worked on! You’d be surprised at how much goes into the making of a pair of shoes. 21:25

[@buruzn09]

I try not to skimp on things that connect me to the ground. Shoes, boots, mattresses, work chairs, and car tires.

[@Sammysosa518]

No is the answer

[@IrishKingzz]

Thank you

[@kimberlyhauser7724]

Thanks for saving me twenty minutes lol.

[@MatchGrade08]

He did not test the Interceptor Men's Force. Its still inconclusive.

[@Vin-fu1rm]

No to 💅

[@the_track_enthusiast]

I was an independent contractor for walmart for 19 years and i’m telling STAY AWAY FROM WALMART AND THEIR TRASH.

[@russellskalla6658]

I grew up wearing grizzlies because buying a new pair of danners every year for a child and later on teenager was impractical. Different style but overall a decent boot for the money years ago. Now I'm full grown and enjoy my 2 pairs of nicks.

[@mrs2691]

@@JonNuclear for occasional use maybe. farm use - no. the walmart ones will last about a month or less of daily use, even by a teen. Basically you could buy the kid a pair of redwings every year and still come out ahead.

[@HobbolinGobbolin]

Another i'd like to recommend dissecting is the Fila No Slip shoes. They're advertised as a workforce shoe and i bought them back when i worked at a factory that didn't require steel toes, it killed my legs haha

[@JonNuclear]

I think the stuff at the end is important, if you're on a budget but you actually need boots look into programs, look at second hand, spend some time searching around, or even ask coworkers for used one or to spot you on some, if you really need them it'll be cheaper and better for you in the long run. I noticed that recently some Walmart's have even started selling military style boots(idk if they actually would meet regs, but are meant to look like it at least). I have had to advise many of my younger soldiers against them, they're so cheaply made, I've seen them fall apart in weeks and even if they don't when your 20 miles into a foot march these things will destroy these kids feet. A decent pair of boots from one of the reputable manufacturers will last you so much longer that ill make up for the price and will be much better for your feet. If you've got some office job that requires you to wear boots for whatever reason, you know the ones, then these kinda things can be fine. But if you *need* work boots, then you *need* good ones.

[@brianwatson3705]

Man I've had the grizzly for a few years now. After just changing the I sole, they are still comfortable. I would put 6-10 Miles on them daily and my feet did not hurt. Like I said though , after changing the insole.

[@panmush]

As a South African living in the US, You legitimately created the Jim Green boots of my dreams

[@raygarcia2262]

I used to buy the Brahma. Every six months they would "explode". The stitching would come undone, and because I have extra-wide feet, blow-out on the outer side of boots. Same was confirmed with co-worker who had same boot. Skechers Verdict were slight improvement, nine months. Now I wear Red Wing 405, better quality/fit. Just need to take care of them, and get resolve when time comes.

[@Gene1969]

I work at a landscaping/maintenance company that starts people out at $13/hr and will be sharing this video so they know what to look for when spending their money. Thank you for this.

[@randymoran67]

13 wow slave labor still exists lol

[@Gene1969]

@@randymoran67 Florida

[@sandbergmachineandtool6226]

Cost of living in florida has gone up significantly, 13 an hour isnt anywhere near enough.

[@Gene1969]

@@sandbergmachineandtool6226 You're preaching to the choir.

[@ExtraThiccc]

​​@@sandbergmachineandtool6226Wait til desantis lowers minimum wage to "own the libs"

[@penngwinn]

The bummer of Walmart and formerly K-mart shoes is that they LOOK good, but they fall apart by the 3rd wear. Heartbreaking as a kid.

[@penngwinn]

Sick soundtrack during the cutting segment!

[@justavillain]

I absolutely love Belleville boots. For the price of 109$-ish for steel toe it’s hard to beat. I wore the same set as an Infantry Marine for 7 years. They’re still my go to brand today

[@cm0cm]

Where are you finding bellevilles for $109? Besides the past?

[@grumpyoldwizard]

I still have a pair of boots I got at Montgomery Wards back in ‘73. I have kept up with them and they are really well made. I was only 12 years old when I got them, so you can tell they were well made and inexpensive.

[@hyanotha]

Are you kidding me - Goodwill or Any Thrift Store NEVER has a pair of decent boots. There are mainly 85% womens and childrens shoes and the mens shoes are old dress shoes.

[@tokivikerness8863]

That sounds like every goodwill I ever been to most of my life. Until I moved to a different state in a city far different than what I was used to and all of a sudden the goodwills and thrifty stores have much more men's stuff including lots of hunting and work stuff. Not really sure why that is.

[@thunderusnight]

Love this video, I used to use herman survivors in my highschool shop class and I thought they were alright, then I bought some real boots and they break in not down. Also noticed the dollar value destroyed counter getting high. You should do a PNW custom boot giveaway when you get ton100k! Keep making this awesome content!

[@geronimo5537]

I wore the grizzly for years for outdoor work some ten years ago. they are well made for the price point, with great comfort to avoid blisters, and can be found at any walmart. so getting them was easy. they have a wear life of two years in my experience. at the two year range the bottom soles will have a worn spot and the foam underneath allow for water/mud to get into the boot. really the sole foam is the only flaw in the boot and its still disappointing they never improved on that flaw. maybe now you can get away with filling any developing voids with expanding foam or glue. I was honestly tempted to just get a new sole applied from a tailor. but the price was more than a new pair of the same boots. they do soak up water on the outside in heavy rain. but lasted longer staying dry than I saw others wearing the same class of cheap boot. mine were always much lighter when wet than others as well. I was amazed how much heavier other boots were when wet compared to mine. other than that, expect the foam and nylon to wear out to the point of disappearing around the inner heel as well. the most degree of wear of a boot though will depend on your weight and how flat/even your steps are when you foot slap the ground. if you pushing over 200 pounds expect more wear. the bigger boys of 250-300+ always had flat sole boots within a few months to a year. I was more light about 170 and had much less wear on my footwear. overall, they got me through highschool and outdoor labor jobs when I had zero budget. my dad taught me to place tar around the front tip of the boots to help reduce wear and it works wonders on a work boot.

[@bellemorelock4924]

I got a pair of Bramha's in 1994.. they've been in the barn a while. Almost the same shoe then. Soles hardened like asphalt. suede-y crapo leather. Cost 30-40 back then, fwiw. Don't have the reciept, but with inflation that would be 80+ so they dropped. Found out after I got them the company would reimburse, and most people got red-wings. I was only there 2-3 months in a transition, but could have scored a free pair of RW, if I weren't so wholesome back then.

[@deanofthequeer]

I'd love to see comparisons of the Shoes for Crews work shoe collections because (at least where I'm from) a lot of retail workers (not only clothing and toys but also fast food and grocery) rely on them as affordable quality footwear

[@joshuahawkins2743]

I paid under $60 for the herman survivors and they are worth every penny in the past 3 years ive bought 3 pairs

[@nickbodemer6262]

I love the Georgia Boot Georgia Giant Romeo--usually around 75

[@travisdiehl5350]

I wore Helmann Survivors Cougars for years, made one pair last for 3 years actually, they were definitely worth the money, unfortunately Walmart stopped carrying them, i got a different boot from there and blew it out in one month, After that i went to more expensive better quality work boots, really liked Wolverines and Rockys

[@dingus153]

You know, I would've thought the combustion would be more fire resistant

[@Collin_J]

They named it appropriately, I guess

[@gideonrettich7754]

They're just being honest

[@jakubl8271]

Every time I watch cutting, I want to scream: spare the laces.

[@AuslanIz]

I used to buy the Grizzlies in another country and you would be surprised how good and comfortable they are. I stand by those (although i haven't bought them and a long time) if you want some boots to treat them like you Rose Anvil usually treat the expensive ones I would definitely buy the Survivor Grizzlies! 😂😂 (i have more than a dozen pairs of boots Timberlands and JKBoots and i would still buy the Grizzlies) full spectrum

[@ricdimarco1499]

I ran a chainsaw in the woods and pulled concrete every day for three years back in the early 2000s. I did this all in a pair of Walmart $29 Brahma work boots. Were they pretty after 3 years? No. But I could have replaced them 10 times for what my boss paid for his Redwings. That’s just my experience, obviously.

[@user-federicochen]

I bought a pair of BATES boots in a military shop in Taiwan, i wear it for almost 6 years, the upper were broken but the VIBRAM outsole still strong.

[@EnlistedBombin]

That first pair of Brahma boots are KILLER on the feet. I got ride of them asap, if you have ever worn a good pair of boots your feet aint havin it lol

[@J55S]

When they had a bunch of their boots on clearance I got the Bisons for $17. I got the two they had in my size. The liner started coming out after wearing them only a few times. Luckily someone had switched out the other pair with some Moc toes.

[@mairamanwaring9419]

My workplace gives us $120/yr for boots. I've been bothering our safety guy for an increase especially now that we have been sold to a new company. A company who's other plant gets $180 but are in a state with a lower cost of living. I always tell the new guys, "walmart boots get you started, but as soon as the boot allowance is available add another $60, and buy a pair of boots that will last at least a year"

[@wonkydonkey7899]

I never bought Walmart shoes or boots. I knew the quality would be subpar. You get what you pay for. 😅

[@fredseekingbibleturth]

My dad loves his Brahma boots. He likes them because it is what he found that is comfortable.

[@catfisher420]

I have worn grizzlies for decades. I have tried an expensive pair of redwing's and the grizzlies were a much better boot in comfort and durability. The grizzlies last me about a year and a half before they are worn out and start falling apart.

[@PocketChangeInspector]

I bought a work boot at Walmart just to wear when it snowed to dig out my car. It was the 3rd storm and going on two months when the bottom sole separated from the boot on one of them. I think it was the a Brahma. Had to go back to my old insulated Texas Steer boots bought at least 10 years earlier from a K-Mart and still have those.

[@tlinrin887]

Back aroun 15 20 years ago the stuff i was working in would cause the stiching in boats to fail after a few months. I started buying the barhama steel toe shoes for 10-15 bucks. The cheap foam soles would be broke down in two maybe three months but the uppers where falling apart by then anyway.

[@samueljohnston9639]

I’ll be honest, I bought a pair of brahmas work boots from Walmart (slightly different style) for like $60, and they have held up really well, I work in them everyday and haven’t had an issue with them, they are comfortable, have a steel toe, and are mostly water proof, I even wear them hunting, so they might not be the best boot in the world, but they have worked and done everything I expected them to do (again it’s a little bit different than the ones you showed, it’s a Brahma in the same style as that grizzly boot, my guess is that it’s pretty much the same boot made in the same factory)

[@dake4629]

About 10 years back, I got a a pair that looked like Army Jump boots with a steel toe from walmart. First day walking in the woods a rotten twig stump poked right up thru the soft rubber sole. Right into the trash.

[@ConcernedCitizen1957]

The most comfortable shoe I've ever worn were boondockers we wore in the Navy in the 70's. In the mid 2000's I believe, I was installing irrigation here in the Florida panhandle. Work mate came in one day with a tall, laced, "leather" black boot from Walmart...$20. I went out that night and bought a pair. The 2nd most comfortable shoe I've ever worn.

[@Kujo999]

The insoles in the Grizzly are pretty much the exact same insoles as the Tred-Safe work shoes. I have a pair of the Tred-Safes and the insole is good. Not great but good. I work at a Walmart and if asked, I'd say these boots (and the shoes) are starter boots. You just got a new job and need cheap footwear till you can get real boots? Go for it but in the long run a resoleable boot with quality leather is going to be much better on the wallet.

[@blazegurney7077]

I don’t know if you’ll see this, but good work on the center cuts. I know you put most of them around a 8, but they are a 10 in my heart. Thanks for doing the work that you do, I recommend videos to friends all the time when they are shopping for quality boots.

[@q306005]

All I'm gonna say is I've worn Brahma work boots and had no problems with them. Surprisingly comfortable. They wore out fast tho. I then got a pair of Ariats thru my work. I still have those boots, but they were so uncomfortable that they caused permanent nerve damage to my big toe.

[@LtBob38]

I got a pair of Walmart Steel Caps in College when I was taking theater tech classes, but immediately ditched them for Red Wings when I got a job where I had to hike in steel caps.

[@MartinMcCauslin]

The cheap black steel toe boots are a great go to when gearing up for an industrial electrical job. They hold up to heavy use and last for months (usually the entire job)

[@naenre21]

The Grizzlies are a pretty decent boot but now that they are much higher priced...they are not...I just bought a pair of Ariat composite toed boots for $170 on sale. And they are amazing, even came with a good insole which blew my mind.

[@stevevv583]

Can you cut in half a William Lennon boot? They’re made in England and it’s a 20 week lead time. The sole is brass stitch construction. Would like to see what’s going on inside.

[@phillipransom8920]

I returned some Brahma steel-toe boots to Wal-Mart. Wore them two days. They are not work boots. They are tiny torture chambers. Went to the steel-toe work boot store instead.

[@thegiant17]

I think the way I'd say it is, "You can use Klarna, or PayPal pay in 4 on a higher quality boot. Yes it'll cost more, but they also won't fall apart in 2 weeks."

[@petergreenwald9639]

I bought a pair of Herman Survivors in the early 70s. They were tough as nails and lasted me for nearly 15 yrs. But back then they were an American company and made in America. I paid $70 for those. Which, to put things in perspective, was two weeks wages for me.

[@aurtisanminer2827]

I bought some red back chelsea boots from my snap-on dealer once. They were basically wal-mart boots that fell apart in 5 months.

[@Sadler2010]

I have a pair of the Herman Survivors Dover steel toe waterproof boots, they're heavy but unlike most recent shoes and hiking boots they have a significant sole that doesn't have you feeling every rock on gravel... It also has a traditional stitch on sole...

[@hondata70]

I’m a guy that has paid 90 to 350 in work boots and I am so happy with Walmart 90 dollar boots they are so cheap if they start leaking in water or anything with the leather I just chuck them and buy new ones

[@mamashecrazy7423]

Reminds me when Berm Peak took a Walmart bike mountain biking. A hard no…at least Walmart listened and improved ONE of their bikes. Anyway, great video!

[@brianbasil8873]

They must have gotten cheaper then. Back in the 90's when I was a welder my cheap Walmart shoes would outlast everybody else's high dollar shoes. Apparently to keep them in the same price range they making them cheaper

[@turtle79070]

i had a pair of herman survivor steel toe boots for a couple days, i kicked a wooden pallet out of my way and the steel toe cap came loose.

[@ericswain4177]

For medium duty they are ok, especially if it's a dirty grubby environment Paint splatter, Tar, Muck, Etc... basically short-term and toss Boots.

[@bigcountry9593]

The survivor grizzly boots in the lower ankle cut are just as good as red wings. Only boot i buy for the money and work in a pair every day for multiple years before they need replaced. Good buy for the price

[@brunonjezic6208]

African troopers look great! I had great experience with shoes for cruise brand. I hope you do one on them

[@nixept5677]

when i first started out in the trades about 5 years ago i didnt have the budget (or, to be honest, the knowledge) to get decent boots. went to walmart and got some $30 soft toe waterproof brahmas. i figured keeping my feet dry would be more important than having steel toe. i knew enough to avoid the faux leather, and the pair i got were basically a straight rip of the classic nubuck timbs. they werent very comfortable but some $10 insoles fixed that for a while. i wore those for about a year until i could afford to get a better pair of boots. the brahmas were saved to use as shit kickers for extra dirty, messy and rough jobs. the edges of the lugs started to chunk off and the sole bowled a bit but surprisingly, they were and still are waterproof and structurally sound. they now sit on the back porch to slip on for doing yard work or walking the dog in the rain. i dont know if they sell that model of brahmas anymore but they were alright. id say ive gotten my money's worth out of them many times over. since then ive tried a handful of the mid tier brands (timberland pro, merrell, ariat, thorogood) and ive settled on thorogoods for what im doing now (millwright and ironwork).

[@AudioFileZ]

We sold Herman Survivors when they were made in Millis Massachusetts. They were good products then. Their decline started when Stride-Rite (the children's shoe brand) bought them and didn't know that business. The brand got bounced around ending up being owned by Walmart who completed the transformation from well-built to what I call a pig with lipstick. Looks much better than it is. Walmart's return and guarantees have become so short and stipulated I would avoid the boots. Independent footwear retailers not only sell much better quality boots, but most of the independents provide guarantees that protect the buyer's investment all the while he is much more comfortable. Bramhas are total junk just made to stuff a quick sale in the Walmart coffers. I repair shoes and have done so for over four decades. These boots are turned down by me for repairs regularly as they are either non-repairable or not worth even some repairs that could possibly be performed. True buy 'em and chunk 'em pieces of junk.

[@Sandbag1300]

Hopefully, the folks at Walmart are smart enough to contact you and pay you as a consultant to select their future work boot lineup. If the current boots are not going to work for their customers then Walmart approach has to change.

[@GEES44DC]

Lol, they know people are poor. They don't want to improve their product.

[@helena4320]

If you are in need of good quality affordable work shoes I'd recommend army surplus stores. They have boots in the same price range as the once in the video, but are insanely better quality. Also from surplus it's easier to find your size, in comparison to thrifting. I do also whole heartedly recommend thrifting, but for those who don't have the luxury of excess time army surplus stores can be helpful.

[@12Radius]

If you had a pair of chuck 70 and a pair of wal mart boots which would last longest?

[@Blue-cq2hl]

Hardest part of safety shoes boots or otherwise is finding a good fit regardless of budget. As someone with thicc feet I find red wings a d keens best and keens are a better budget option. Can be found for under 60 for some of them and way better than stuff like sketchers in my experience

[@Gohan_Fanboi]

Needed a work boot for long haul use and didn’t wanna bother with shoe tying so I bought the Herman Bisons. For my use so far it’s solid but one gripe that I have is comfort. Was comfy new but while driving and walking they suck in comfort. So will have to retire em for my work. Would have em around for backyard work or something.

[@mgysgtk8835]

Them Herman Survivor the “Bison” non-laced pull on boots, i went through 3 sets a year. #1) They fall apart inside. The quilt lining comes undone and traps the boot on your foot as you attempt to take it off. The quilting at the heal tears so easy. I don’t bother anymore with Walmart boots. The sole quickly wears out.

[@Anthony-ot8vl]

Herman is their best boot. Very comfortable.

[@woofy548]

I was working out of town and I left my red wings on the bumper of my truck. I lost them on the highway somewhere between Colorado Springs & Pecos, TX. I had to buy a pair of Brahmas when I got there. For 30.00 they did the job for a couple months.

[@johnmccrossan9376]

The combustion is actually just an expensive insole, it just happens to come packaged in something that looks like a boot

[@workinprogress5431]

The only time I've had direct experience or input about a boot on a video! I'm not prepared to say the Aiden's are a "good/quality" shoe or boot, but imo for a warehouse type environment I didn't hate them. Dead on about the insole though. I replaced them immediately (which was about how long they lasted). End of the day you're right, much better off buying quality from the start.

[@coreypolite9831]

He's not lying bought a pair of those brahma's they lasted for about 2wks then fell apart and made my feet hurt after the first day wearing them. I tossed those boys out and bought a pair of Georgia boot and never been happier.I do like the looks of those African Troopers and will be checking those out.

[@madtownangler]

I went through usually three pairs of steel toe met guard boots a year. Because I worked in a wet area with lots of heavy metal and usually the insoles would wear out before the rest of the boot did. I spent about $150 on each pair of boots so I spent usually about $400-$45O a year on boots for twenty years. The guys who bought the cheapo boots were always complaining about how their feet hurt. I also wore wool socks that were about ten bucks a pair. As the shoes got bigger and stretch I had to wear thicker socks. I wore two pairs at a time because they always got wet so I had a spare pair in my locker. Walmart boots suck

[@richardthompson2494]

I have great experience with Sherman survivors. They last a year. I have bought Wolverine and Carhart and they both last about a year when you’re kicking dry concrete around with them.And with the wolverine’s three pairs in a row the speed lacers broke off.

[@stresslee]

I’ve actually bought some cheap boots from Walmart for $35 and they lasted a good while. Still using them after 4 months no problems really. I would definitely not wear them just like that though. I bought a dr scholls massaging sole to put inside of it to walk around all day because my god that first week without it was horrible My feet were aching

[@georgeroy8509]

I don't know if you have ever done it, but I would be really interested in your evaluation of Scarpa boots. I have a pair of Scarpa Matterhorn boots that have about 1500 miles on them from mountain terrain in the Appalachian mountains in the American northeast. I swear by these boots in all four seasons. I have also used them for ice climbing with the appropriate crampons. Realizing that these boots are quite expensive, I may be interested in a more cost effective alternative.

[@mikemallon1065]

A handful of years ago I bought some Herman Survivor Grizzly boots, and I’d say that they were pretty good - Until day two when they began to squeak with every step. It was like that episode of SpongeBob with the black boots, and it drove me insane in short order. A second pair did the same, and I moved on to better boots. From what I could find, it appears they may have lowered material standards years ago, resulting in moisture causing noise.

[@patrickr2686]

Could you do other house brand boots? LL Bean, Duluth, Carhartt, Bass Pro

[@FishFarmerRam]

You should do a test on the Kenetrek mountain extreme boot, supposedly hand made in Italy cost 500$ bucks they sure hold up great and are very good but would like to see the inner workings of them! Cheers, great videos!

[@seetomgo]

Really like that you not only illustrated the poor quality of the Walmart offerings, but mentioned how folks that might be in the market for lower priced work boots could potentially get a decent pair through company programs or other avenues. Buy once, cry once...a lot of people don't think about the fact that replacing a crappy pair of boots twice a year could cost you more than a decent pair that will last much longer - besides the fact that you are oftentimes supporting a smaller, domestic business.

[@grants7390]

IMO the best work boots for the money are standard issue combat boots. they are made to meet or exceed the military's durability standards (such as requiring the use of full grain leather) and so many are made that economies of scale kick in and make the price very reasonable. best of all in the U.S. at least they are required to be produced in the U.S. of U.S. produced materials. that means they aren't made by little kids in vietnam. I paid $180 for mine 4 years ago and still going strong. they aren't stylish, and it isn't the prettiest blemish free leather, but it gets the job done.

[@chillausmc]

Can you cut and review Walmart Interceptor Force 6? I have been wearing them for years. Its the only pair i can grab and run in. No break-in period. They are garbage and go i through about 2 per year. You have me convinced i must do a better job taking care of my feet.

[@SeanHH1986]

survivors pro "shoveler" model lasted many months doing concrete and excavation....feel like they were super worth the 80 bucks. this was 2 years ago though

[@polybius3765]

Has anyone suggested doing a video on a replica of Otzi the Iceman's shoes? He is a 5,300 year old ice mummy that had some excellently preserved ancient drip. They are one of the oldest existing example of shoes we have discovered. Someone made an accurate recreation of them last year and you can find it with a quick google. Black bear cup-sole with cowhide stitching, breathable reed-mesh and red-deer upper and of course performance inspired grass lining for insulation. If you took out the grass and used some more common materials/modern construction techniques they would probably be viable today as a leather slipper/moccasin. Also just got my Barefoot African Rangers a couple weeks ago and they are fantastic. The blend of modern and traditional construction is what got me thinking about Otzi's fly kicks.

[@edwardstokes5011]

Cheap boots have always existed and they look incredible compared to a lot of places where people can only afford sandles made from lemonade bottles. steel toe boots need to be more common place though but the average person can't physically lift the weight required to crush a steel cap shoe with that steel rating

[@AO-ly9ne]

You should do a series on Tractor Supply's boot line in this style, I would like to see how their line stacks up as they are also a lower priced line of steel toe/work boot lineup.

[@smoothboye4203]

I usually get about 6 months out of walmart work boots. But they're also only $30ish so works for me

[@averyj.steele1074]

I work at Wal mart and I wear Frank's. Lots of other people wear boots they bought in our store and I watch them always getting new ones.

[@omniscientgrunk]

Thank you for the video. Well done. I like the end segment , 'are they worth it?' I am retired and have bought Carolina boots for years finding them comfortable. I have been retired for six years and am still wearing my last three pairs out(one pair are winter boots). I am active taking down large pine trees that are dying, forty to go. Your last segment sounds very helpful to those who are just not sure where to go to get boots. I wish I had been able to find your channel thirty years ago. Lol. Peace

[@hawtpotato90210]

You need to do this with medium to high end hand bags! Please

[@badastronautgreatloser5421]

Your African trooper boots look comfortable and unique! I’m getting a pair next check !

[@billday7599]

I’d love to see a review of the next level up of entry-level boots. I paid around $80 for Wolverine Iron Ridge steel toes a few years ago. Luckily I don’t need them as daily-wear work boots.

[@neonnoodle1169]

Thanks for making an updated version of this since Walmart's boot lineup changes. But overall this is sad...all of these are absolute junk with the literally plastic "Combustions" being the most shocking. Part of my personal boot collection is vintage "budget work boots", essentially the subject of this video but from a 1970's and 1980's perspective. I have vintage examples from K-Mart (Texas Steer), Sears (Die-Hard and Roebucks), and Montgomery Ward....and ALL of them are Goodyear welted, have quite decent full grain leather uppers, and many even have Vibram outsoles. All are actual, real work boots that are from a different universe than any of the modern equivalents currently available from Walmart. Yet another part of modern society that's now an oxymoron (good budget work boot). Truly sad....

[@johnmallette3143]

survivor grizzly ,,.,.ive been wearing.,.,put a gel insole and oil once a month,.,.there ok for the price.,.,.,Tkzz for sharing.,.,.,.,peace.,.,really good for young bucks that don't care about boots

[@ZOMBIEHEADSHOTKILLER]

well you solved a mystery for me that has nothing to do with boots... you showed some stock video of roofers, on the roof, there are little metal nubs sticking out of it, and ive wondered what they were in the past. Your video showed me that they are for roofers to stand on..... thanks, now i know.

[@christianhansen3292]

I hope Walmart seez this and improves the the quality in the footwear department!