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10362691 No.10362691 [Reply] [Original]

what's the best work boot under 300 USD?

>> No.10362712

>>10362691
>work boot under 300 USD
What kind of work will you be doing m8?

>> No.10362725

>>10362712
being young and invincible

>> No.10362730

>>10362725
Thats not a proper job lad, sound like your just a poofta.

>> No.10362748

>>10362730
indeed you are correct, the truth is that this poor pooftai wants a pair of durable shoes that i can go on adventures with, while being fashionable

>> No.10362787

just get some earthkeepers

>> No.10362789

Ll bean katahdin. Lugged sole if you really want something hearty, if not the regulars work great also.
>lifetime warranty, no questions asked.

>> No.10362823
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10362823

If you're doing real work then your employer will send you to an approved retailer and will pay for your boots. I have pic related and they're pretty good, not unreasonably heavy for a pair of 6" steel toes and pretty comfy and durable. They're also static dissipating so you won't cause a dust explosion, that's a plus.

If you're a dandy walking around with your boots unlaced and a carefully trimmed and oiled beard and a spotless brand new chambray shirt then Iron Rangers are a classic and I think they look very nice even if they're played out.

>> No.10362840

>>10362789
how to flatten toe box without ruining the book?

>> No.10362899

red wings on sale

>> No.10362910

>>10362691
>>10362789
Correct answer.

I love my L.L. Bean Katahdins something fierce. I've beaten the hell out of them hiking, barhopping, getting them attacked by dogs, etc - they hold up like fucking champs and look virtually new. Some Obenauf's LP has helped immensely. Only real complaint most people have here - which I think is valid - is that the toebox is a bit large/round, which could look weird if you wear super skinny pants or someshit. They're also not really as attractive as other boots in the segment, but I'm willing to sacrifice that a bit for the reliability, like they're the fuckin Subarus of shoes or something.

There's some rumor that the quality has dropped since I purchased mine (in ~2010), so be warned, your mileage may vary.

>> No.10362925

>>10362823
iron rangers have a distinctively bulbous profile, they're not an especially versatile boot and they look pretty terrible with a lot of fits.

>> No.10362961

>>10362925
Truth. They're definitely a solid and durable boot, but they only seem to work well with heritage/workwear fits, read: straight or maybe slim fit indigo denim and a sweater/flannel/chore coat.

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10364115

>>10362823
I had an identical pair of DM's and they were shit, lasted a year before the stitching blew out on the side and the soles cracked in half on both boots. DM's are a joke since they started making them in China, will never buy a pair again.

>> No.10364132

>>10362910

>Obenhaufs
>"Subarus of shoes"
>Using YMMV

I used to be ambivalent about all the people following you around telling you how shitty of a trip you are but now I see why...

>> No.10364153

Chippawas. Idk how to spell it but i own a pair and theyre invincible

>> No.10364170

trip on trip violence itt

>> No.10364202

I've got a pair of chippewa apaches been wearing to work washing dishes for a couple months. Bretty good boot in my opinion especially if you need that fifty bucks off the katahdins.

Had em for a year or two beforehand but they always looked out of place until they started getting fucked up. Only real thing of note I have on em.

Oh, and yes, I chucked the fucking american flag bling.

>> No.10364439

>>10364115
I got some made in England steelies over two years ago and have used them 5x a week since. The bottom is worn almost smooth and the leather and stitching has held up perfect.

>> No.10364445

>>10364439
that's fucked up, the drop in quality to the chinese ones is laughable

>> No.10364901

>>10362691
anyone can recommend me some nice GREY boots? palladiums are ok but not my thing.

>> No.10366229

Anyone have any experience with the waterproof Katahdin's? I'm looking for another winter boot, but it's gotta be pretty fucking durable since I live in Maine.

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10366235

Fuck work boots go on a hike