Urban Wolf Club Co. Axeman Boots quick unboxing

[@aidendavis8054]

It looks like these are what the iron rangers wish they were while also being half the price. The iron rangers have (IMO) about the same quality of leather but don't have the leather midsole or shank, so you stand on almost nothing. I am excited for my axeman's to come in this week. I also asked for the gusseted tongue on them and that they be built in an EE width. We'll see how they feel in the next few days!

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Nice! Let me know how they turn out

[@YouShoe-1985]

Great vid! That leather looks way better in the video than on the website. Thanks for the unboxing

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Thank you! I agree I really like the way this leather looked in person better than on the website

[@M1_u]

I have the Colt in brass and the Axeman in burgundy matte. If not one of my favorite purchases. Best bang for your buck.

[@josemanuel2244]

Deciding between the axemen vs colt 45( toe cap) What's you experience with both of your boots?

[@M1_u]

@josemanuel2244 if it's just for casual purposes, definitely go with the Colt. If you plan on working/hiking, then go with the Axeman.

[@OfDeath]

Got my AXEMAN boots too! They are LEGIT. Buy a pair. Worth the wait (about 3 weeks).

[@YouCanChangeYourWorldToday]

These are perfect ! I wish I would’ve known about these 10 years ago ! Lol 😂

[@josemanuel2244]

Hey David! How it been going with this boot's? How you feel different with the tongue and the liner versus the other axman version? What's your preference so far?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Honestly, I think I prefer without the lining. My axemans without the lining even feel hot quite often so I'm glad I don't have that extra lining layer. The gusseted tongue is awesome though, I definitely prefer that over the standard tongue.

[@chefrichh]

The $150 price is unbeatable plus you can customize them!🤯

[@DavidsGarage1972]

I think it adds a lot of value, being able to make changes to the builds of their boots

[@demetrioclipper]

Number 1, It’s great that they do request at no additional cost.

[@DavidsGarage1972]

I agree

[@joevalenz7742]

I got the same boot from Urban Wolf Club and they are way Better Quality compared to Grant Stone Diesel boots.

[@Beerdlife84]

How is the thickness of the crazy horse leather? Online it just says premium top grain leather when you click the size. Noticed another spot where I think it states 1.8-2mm thick.

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Very similar to the burgandy matte. It definitely felt a little thinner but another person commented that the crazy horse is a little thinner than the burgandy matte and I think Urban wolf confirmed this on a comment on one of their instagram posts.

[@doublebase6509]

Question for you, when you ask them to modify…eyelets, tongue, etc…they are open to this and they don’t charge extra for this?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

They have always been really positive when i messaged them about modifications and they haven't charged extra for any of the changes I asked for

[@josemanuel2244]

I live in a hot and humid weather, was thinking of ordering a pair without the liner; do you think it would make a difference?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Yes, I think getting the boot unlined on the quarters, so the shaft of the boot, would help make the boot more breathable. I honestly don't think lining leather adds much to a boot in the shaft except for making it look more finely finished, adds a little more insulation, gives the leather a more stiffer feel.

[@rogerr.8507]

whats your brannock size and what boot size fits you?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

I'm a 10.5D brannock. Size 10 fits me

[@Houseofden]

How do they compare to Red Wing Iron Rangers?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

I like iron rangers but I would buy these over them. Although the iron ranger will always look iconic. I still really like the way these look with the cap toe

[@Houseofden]

@@DavidsGarage1972thanks for the insight! Do you own a pair? Same size for both?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

@@Houseofden Yes I order 10D in Iron Rangers and I ordered these also in a size 10 and the fit is very similar

[@gnarl12]

​@@DavidsGarage1972different boots. Full lining vs no leather lining.

[@gnarl12]

​@@DavidsGarage1972also, Internet sizing or size by email sucks

[@YS-zp9ru]

How does the leather compare to the Axeman Burgundy you reviewed earlier?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Very similar in terms of temper but this bronze leather has a nicer look because burgundy has a very flat finish with no real variation or patina potential. They both feel chrome tanned so i don't expect this bronze to patina much either

[@YS-zp9ru]

@@DavidsGarage1972 thanks. Maybe I should wait for their review after a month of use, but still. What do you think about the thickness of the leather and its degree of stiffness, taking into account that this time it is lined? In the previous review you claimed that it is soft despite its thickness, which leads to a coarse break, and which is not typical of quality leather (with higher density).

[@DavidsGarage1972]

I won't be doing an update on these since I already did one on my other axeman boots. This leather feels like the same thickness and temper as the burgandy. If anything this leather may be thinner because it is lined. But I don't think the lining does much to make it feel much stiffer. I would not say either leather is high quality but I expect them to be durable with little break in needed. - This leather almost reminded me of SB foot's copper rough and tough

[@YS-zp9ru]

@@DavidsGarage1972 You are right about the bronze (crazy horse), Fernando confirmed that it is thinner. In fact, with lining it is the thickness of the burgundy. That's why I hoped it would be denser and stiffer.

[@jorgiemboricua]

Hello, I’ve ordered a AXEMAN CAP TOE COPPER. I’m still waiting on them to be delivered. I ordered mine on 10/01/24. How long did you have to wait for yours? Thanks for the videos you posted.

[@DavidsGarage1972]

My first order took 2 weeks to receive after ordering but I ordered these mid September and only received these about a week ago so about 4 weeks for these ones. I think its because they have been pretty busy lately with lots of new orders recently

[@jorgiemboricua]

Thanks

[@filthyvibes4768]

Cool boots! How thick is the heel? 1.5 inches?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Sorry for the late reply, I just checked and the heel is 1.25 inches from bottom to top of the welt or 0.875 inches from bottom to the start of the outsole layer

[@Condor1970]

Did you special order a mini-lug sole, or is that what they've switched standard to now?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

I did have to let them know I wanted the mini lug sole.

[@j_crust4582]

Do they offer boots in 5E width? 👀

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Not sure, their website when looking at their boots shows some boots in standard E and EE width. But I'm sure if you message them they could probably work with you on finding the right size.

[@gnarl12]

Nope

[@gnarl12]

How wide are these?

[@DavidsGarage1972]

You mean what width, like D, E or EE? They feel like E. Or do you mean in a measurement like CM? Were you curious about heel, waist, or ball?

[@gnarl12]

@@DavidsGarage1972 is the last a D / E or EE. How wide is the heel, waist and ball in relation to a red Wing No 8 last in a similar size. Thanks

[@DavidsGarage1972]

I think these axeman boots actually feel quite similar to the no. 8 last but I think the axeman does have a little more room in the ball and waist.

[@gnarl12]

@@DavidsGarage1972 very interesting

[@NetworkGeek280]

A point of difference is that their gusseted tongue is unlined.

[@DavidsGarage1972]

I think I would prefer it unlined since its going to have fold against my instep, I would want it to nice and soft and malleable.

[@NetworkGeek280]

@DavidsGarage1972 I agree. Those concerned could use a kiltie. Pretty sure most gusseted tongues are unlined.

[@EDHBlvd]

Leather looks pretty soft and thin. I bet there is zero break in and immediate comfort. There is something nice about a normal boot. All these HD boots are more work on your feet.

[@averyj.steele1074]

They're pretty easy on the feet, it's true. I wear them as casual shoes.

[@DavidsGarage1972]

This leather has a pretty low temper and break in is basically non-existent on the uppers. Makes them pretty comfortable straight out of the box

[@gnarl12]

No shit. Not everyone wants 4mm+ boots that take months to break in. Stop worshipping PNW brands. Jeez.

[@YS-zp9ru]

@@gnarl12 Absolutely, but don't be surprised if boots that try so hard to look tough and rugged attract people who are looking for boots that are really tough and rugged, with all that entails. Their appearance is not accidental, and so is the possible disappointment with them.

[@averyj.steele1074]

@@YS-zp9ru That's goofy. These are standard materials and construction, nobody is "trying hard", their appearance isn't a take on someone else's boots. That's just an especially odd take.

[@Angel-AbC9]

Lol you make a video and not finding out first about the boot type of leather in which people would always want to know

[@DavidsGarage1972]

Urban Wolf Club only states on their website that their leather is a "premium leather." You'd have to contact them directly if you want more details. But from the feel I would guess it's a chrome tanned leather from lefarc tannery like the burgandy boot I unboxed.

[@Angel-AbC9]

@DavidsGarage1972 i understand , but to me if the company won't put the type of leather like all top boot companies then it's a red flag for me and won't buy a boot and later find out it's a cheaper leather. But thanks for making the video