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Amazing video. Thanks for the work put into this video. Highly informative and it helped with my upcoming purchasing decision: not gonna buy these. Again, thank you.
The 500 has leather that is .7 mm thicker and also has the steel shank. It’s a more snug fit that takes longer to break in but molds to your foot better over time. Really unsure as to why every boot reviewer fails to mention this
Great vid ! Really helped me decide. 550 all the way it’s a no brainer. Could you review Dubarry “Antrim “ Chelsea boot ? They are an Irish made boot with gore tex lining and look really really good value
I totally agree the quality isn’t the same as the ones from the past but I still think they’re very comfortable from the word go, I’ve never had an issue on breaking them in not like the so called fantastic quality redwings that have totally butchered me, I still bare the scars 10 years later from the son of bitches!
I really liked that you explained everything in great detail, if you want to have Chelsea in many colors. What would be your recommendation for everyday work? Thank you.
Ok I have 2 pairs of Redbacks that I just got. Size 8US and 8.5US. I have a Brannock device at home and I’m a 8.5D. Plus I was professionally measured a couple months ago. My left foot is slightly below 8.5, my right foot is 8.5. The Redback 8.5D are way way too wide even with thicker Darn tough socks. My feet are swimming in them. Too much movement side to side. The size 8 my right foot is too close to the front of the boot. It’s not touching but I’m conscious about it. It’s about 1/2 thumbs width. The left foot is a thumbs width which I like. Is it possible that Redbacks are not a good boot for my feet?
I love RM Williams boots. But they are PRICEY here in the States. Their Gardener line - in a similar style to classic Blundstones, with more structure and quality, is handcrafted in Australia and features a Goodyear welt. And they run over $500. Beautiful boots!
It depends. There is no standard - a Thursday Boots size 10 US is different than Blundstone US 10. I recently reviewed a pair of boots that recommended adding a half size because they run small. Check out any size guide and, if they offer free shipping and returns, order multiple sizes to find the right size.
Two pairs of ausie brand of boots (not Blundstones)with TPU soles fell apart after 1 1/2 Years of daily use .the soles totally failed .turned to crumbly jelly.
Interesting. I know that TPU soles can degrade after being left in a very humid environment for several years, but I've never heard of them degrading with daily use. Did they come in contact with any chemicals?
If Google Tranlate was correct, you're looking for advice on the 2976. You've got 27cm foot. The good news is that Japanese sizing is in cms. Mens US 10/UK 9/EU43/ JPN 27cm
im usually a size 8uk sneaker, however ordered a uk size 8 timberlands last winter and had to double up on socks. my foot is around 10.5 inches but looking at the blundestone size guide that's uk size 9!! which can't be right. anyone have advice? do I go down to a size 7uk ? if they fit to size according to website idk
I definitely found the Blundstone size chart to be accurate. At least on the men's size. I'm in the States and wear a men's US10 and the recommended UK9 EU 43 fit perfectly - through many pair of Blunnies.
I love the way they look with darker denim. They can be dressed up or dressed down... lighter jeans are more trendy and look great too. I'm not much of a fan of cargo pants in general though.
Hi @goatzombiebubba - The Legend comes in Black Matte, Tobacco (Matte brown), Falcon (Shiny brown), Bourbon, and Safari (both sueded finish. The Duke comes in shiny Black, Brown, and Brandy and three sueded matte colors: Dark Olive, Honey, and Chocolate.
My pain point was the front, back totally fine but the front left my shins so bruised & swollen I couldn't face touching them for a fortnight & that was after 3 -4 hours mostly seated, with maybe 1 hour mooching round a supermarket. That was two months ago, I've only managed to wear them a couple more times due to previous bruising not having healed & the pain forcing me to keep walking to a minimum. I think these will last a long time at the rate I'm going with breaking them in. I'll be lucky if I achieve that by the end of the year.
Oh no! Are they just too tight around the ankles? I've read of folks stretching out the ankles with a can of veggies or buying gel pads. I've even heard of someone using sanitary pads! They do stretch out...but not quickly.
I have my original boots pair from high school and the UK version is the only way to go....anything produced now is too stiff and garbage. And my boot tread is still perfect. I am a female and these (in my size) are super tight. I got this pair (in the video) for $91 at Dick's Sporting Goods online.
Come across a '90s pair of Docs on eBay or thrifting and you'll immediately see the difference vs. today's boots. But today's Dr. Martens do seem to be better made than the ones from 10 years ago. I think they've fixed some of their quality issues, but the materials are very different than 'old' Docs.
I think it's not correct to say the quality was better when they were made in England. It's true they had quality problems during 2000-2015 maybe. I bought Martens originally from England in the Nineties. Those were absolutely comparable to what you get nowadays from the asian made ones. During the period with quality problems my smooth leather ones only lasted a couple of days and the leather cracked. I have bought four pairs again in the last two years and they are of the same quality like in the nineties. I would advise to get any leather but not the smooth version. All other leathers are more durable and easier to break in. The Cons are the classic sole design, which is run down quickly (but so did the 90s Docs too) and that they are grotesquely overpriced. During the the nineties you paid roughly about 40-50€ for a pair, and now they want up to 200€ (i only buy them when discounted to around 80-110€, i think nobody buys them for the regular price. The same goes for solovair, they even want more. About 199-220€ and they never give discount. That is simply too much, their quality isn't better. Considering they are made the old fashioned way, then you wonder how the same quality magically can quadruple in price. That is something where Apple could still learn something from. All in all Martens are probably the best goodyear welted shoes you can get for around 100€ nowadays. All competition in that price range doesn't have a welted sole and are made overseas too. Thinking about that those were shoes for everyone once and have become an expensive fashion item is sad.
Thanks for sharing your experience with Dr. Martens. While the recent pairs seem to have fixed some of the quality issues of 10 years ago, the older 90's Docs did have more dense soles and thicker leather. I found an old pair in a second-hand shop and was surprised by the difference. (If only they'd been my size!) But I've seen Rose Anvil cut a newly made pair of Made in England Docs and they definitly don't have better quality than those made overseas. Solovairs are on my list to review. Lots of good press these days - and credit for being the original maker of Docs. Goodyear welt or not, it's tough to spend ~120€ for a resole on an 90€ boot!
According to Blundstone, they're currently making boots in Vietnam, Thailand, India, China and Mexico. The company still based in Tasmania and is owned by The Cuthbertson family who bought it in 1932.
If your standard is a 10 US then go with a 9.5 in Thurdsays. They're very different boots - much more narrow with a far slimmer profile than the Blundstones, but I found them to be very comfortable.
Nothing British is British anymore so nothing iconic about them these days. Worse pair of shoes i have ever owned and will most definitely not buy another pair again in my life.🇬🇧
I have Solovair's Black Greasy Dealer Boot on my list to review and I think they're very British! Made at the original factory that made Docs for years. I've heard good things about their quality too. Have you tried them @mariusmarius4832?
Thanks @laurieyoung7671! Thursday's Duchess is the women's version of the Duke's. You might want to check them out. But...the Duke's are built on a pretty narrow last - so they might be a great fit if you prefer them Take the women's size and subtract 1.5 to find the men's size. And remember that Thursday's recommends you size down a half size to find your fit. So, if you're an 8.5 US Women's, subtract 1/2 size as Thursday's recommends and another 1.5 for the conversion = 6.5. Thursday's Dukes come in sizes 6-16 D width (US) Let me know how it goes!
I'm in England, looks like they copied the Trickers Henry elastic sides. Not a brand I'm familiar with over here, with English made boots getting so horrendously expensive I'm looking for alternatives, my Trickers Henry are now almost £600
The made in England boots are quite expensive. The Trickers Chelseas are currently $795 US and £585. I think Trickers are amazing. I love their sole selection - and the British made Day-Night studded sole that is similar to the Dukes with a bit more height. I've only seen their Henry wing-tip Chelsea - which historically was more casual but still look a bit like a stuffy banker to me. (no offence to my banker friends)
@@ChelseaBootReview I've got two pairs, one tan, well worn about 25 years old, which I decided instead of buying new boots I'll refurbish, I dropped at my cobbler today, he's ex Alfred Sargent, he's going to replace heels and soles using Dainite, new elastic sides, and my other Henry I bought at factory shop in December, blue suede, at half price, I'm lucky I live in Northamptonshire borders
I have a few pairs of Thursdays boots, a captain and Hero which I enjoy and recommend to everyone. I found the fit on their Chelsea boots a bit too tight in in the foot and floppy at the ankle.
@@USSJeff I love my Blunnies! Definitly my every day driver. And no wonder the Thursday's were too tight. If you've got Blundstone 550s, they're quite a bit wider - even wider than the 500s.
Nice video. Getting better. I like that it's not all headless. I will say there are too many cuts with your jingle music. It's gets really repetitive. No way I'd watch 2 of your videos in a row with that jingle every 60 seconds. Otherwise, good job.
This is my first pair of boots, I almost ordered Dr Martens and quickly learned that Thursday is overall a better buy. I purchased these ones, and then found your video. Very informative! I learned a lot. I thought it was weird at first, but after a few moments the Headless Horseman vibes didn’t take away from the video. And your channel is about two months old, great video! The best on the Legend that I found. I Googled online to see if Thursday had any sales, or discounts and found on their website that they dont offer discounts and their reasoning, which I admired; they truly believe in their products.
Thanks for the feedback! Thursday's only sells on their site and on Amazon and never have any sales. It's the same price on Black Friday and the middle of July.
You'll still see, "with Bouncing Soles" on the heel pull tab, but the soles have certainly changed over the years. I'd check out Solovairs if you want the classic Dr. Marten sole. Solovair was the main OG manufacture of Docs for decades.
That's a great question! I haven't seen it mentioned or tested it extensively, but I have found them to be non-marking. Maybe Thurday Boots will weigh in - www.youtube.com/@Thursdayboots It's also tough to say what the expected life of the stormking sole is. But they should last for years of normal wear. Honstely, I don't think the failpoint is the sole - they're rugged and well made. And, if they do fail, they're goodyear welted and replaceable - but that might cost as much as a new pair. At $199, I haven't found a boot company that offers a better value than Thursday Boots!
Nice video. This pair of Chelsea boots for Thursday seems to lean more towards casual. If choosing a pair that can be worn every day, whether for slight business or casual occasions, do you have any recommendations?
Thanks! I’d check out the Thursday Boots Duke Chelsea. I’m working on a review right now. They feature the slimmer studded sole and have a bit sleeker lines. And they come in an all weather suede or full grain chrome leather.
While i dislike chealsea boots especially for men. This was a great video, thank you!!! Chealsea boots in my opinion cut off at an awkward height and create a weird look especially when sitting or even walking with a good stride. As well again my opinion the elastic material is a failure point. I dont mind resoling my boots but that elastic to me is just as bad as putting zippers on boots. 🤷♂️ I much prefer either a high shaft boot like a cowboy boot even with a low heel. Or a lace up boot that will be tight up against my leg. Granted i also prefer an 8" shaft. By this comment you can probably guess roughly my background 😂 Again thank you for the video!! Cheers, beers and whiskey 🤠 🥃
Thanks @va6gkthaskey311! I love my Chelsea boots but can appreciate the more 'legit' lace up look. I've had plenty of 6" lace ups - Like the Redwing Iron Ranger and Blacksmith and the Dr. Marten 8 Eye lace ups - but I don't know that I've actually had anything taller. And I'm with you on zippers on boots! 🤷♂️
