The WORST Boots I've Ever Reviewed! A Cautionary Tale

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I've reviewed many, many boots through the years, but Brunt is the worst work boot I've had on this channel. Their shoddy build quality is bested only by their deceptive marketing claiming them to be the most comfortable work boot available. I didn't trust myself to do a proper "in use" review, so I had a coworker wear them for a month. At the end of that time, he was very happy to be rid of the Brunt Marin boots. Claiming their comfort gave out after a couple weeks and the boots themselves were unlikely to last another month in his working conditions.
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0:00 Unbiased Brunt Review
1:08 Does Brunt live up to the hype?
2:32 Brunts annoying advertising
4:42 Brunt Marin build quality
5:23 Brunt Boots in use
7:42 Are Brunt Boots any good?
Reviews of clothing, boots, and workwear for men, along with style advice and life philosophy. I've been working with my hands for my entire life as a mechanic, tow truck driver, and eventually a licensed electrician. Being a blue collar guy, I look for certain elements in a product: is it durable? Is it high-quality? Will it perform well over its service life? Whether boots, pants, jackets, or tools I believe it's best to buy once and cry once by getting the best you can afford. With so many options these days, choosing the best product can become a difficult decision, but that's where I come in. Helping you stay stylish, rugged, and handsome.
I don't care where it's made as long as it's made well and allows you to own less and own better.

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@chadjazeera9960 6 месяцев назад

A work buddy came into the shop one day excited that he had just ordered an "awesome" pair of new boots. When I asked him what kind, he said it was a new, up and coming brand that I probably hadn't heard of, and he couldn't remember the name anyway. In my head, I remember thinking - I sure hope they aren't Brunts or Portlands... A week later, homeboy comes in in shiny new Brunts. I didn't say anything because he's a nice guy and seemed stoked on his new kicks. Maybe all the trusted and negative reviews I had seen were overkill... Sure enough, in about three weeks, the poor guy's boots started falling apart. Pretty bad too. It was as if one thing held them together, and that one key piece had broken. Anyway, it made his day hell and he had to go to the local farm and feed after work and buy some Thourogoods off the shelf. This was about a year or so ago, give or take. His Thourogoods are holding up just fine...

@larrybohlken147 6 месяцев назад

When i got my nicks 2 years ago, my wife being concerned with the price tried to convince me to buy a pair of these. Thank goodness i was able to convince her that it was a terrible idea.

@Keepgoing9919 5 месяцев назад

Pretty sad that your wife dictates what you can buy for your own feet

@boejiden1065 5 месяцев назад

Thank goodness he was able to convince her “this time” 🤣

@jamesbriangaultier3247 4 месяца назад

@@Keepgoing9919 from what I read she didn't 'dictate' but aimed at discussing it since it's probably THEIR money he's spending and Nick's cost 4-5x the Brunts

@Keepgoing9919 4 месяца назад

@@jamesbriangaultier3247 yeah I guess that makes sense if it’s their money together

@noone-pg4lr 4 месяца назад

@@jamesbriangaultier3247 nah it’s his money

@ike780 4 месяца назад

At an arborcare company, we had half the guys buy the same model of brunt type workbooks. Non US made, cheap. The only pair left is hanging in a tree. A guy bought US made Thorogood mock toes and another guy bought Nicks. 2 years later, both are still going.

@user-di7dn6yh9r 6 месяцев назад

The intro was great and you made so many good points that encapsulate the core values of your channel very well. Which is why many of us watch I think, there's just not enough good work wear and quality mans clothing reviews out there. I recently have been shopping for new boots after my favorite redwing CRV's which are no longer produced have reached the end of a good 4 year run of real work 40hrs a week on jobsites as a commercial electrician. The critical aspect for me aside from durability and quality is some toe room I can't have my toes feel like they're in a cast and so so many boots seem to overlook this anatomical feature, one of the only reasons I didn't go ahead and spend on a PNW boot, I was scared my forefoot would suffer, thus landing me on trying out some of the higher end Keens for the first time. Look forward to seeing future video reviews from you on various models and brands of major work boots.

@kenrankin5814 6 месяцев назад

I am on my 4th year wearing my Georgia boots, great boots and perfectly happy with them. I've seen these and others in the price range, and that sketchy advertising (I actually had just watched another popular boot reviewer comment on the same kind of advertising on another brand, (funny how the lower tiers are coming out to make a buck) before watching this one) the worst pair of work boots I ever had were a pair of Wolverines that the stitching, practically all of it, broke within 6 months. I resewed them and they lasted about a year. Great video, love your content and I am sure the owners of Brunt all wear loafers 😀

@goodfellamoto5787 6 месяцев назад

I work in construction and I’m a firm believer in thorogood boots. I always have guys ask me about them and end up buying these brunt’s only to have them fall apart in a month or 2. It’s nothing for me to get 1 or 2 years out of thorogoods and the comfort never declines

@sbentsen2714 4 месяца назад

Amen, I work in a glass shop where I'm on my feet all day on hard concrete and after several shoes I finally pulled the trigger on some thorogoods, man oh man the best decision I ever made. So comfortable, even pain I had in my left hip and knee has gone away since wearing these 👌🏼

@shaunlehman9158 4 месяца назад

Thorogood is the best boots on the market followed closely by redwings. I wear both brands just depends on where I’m at when it time for a new lie of boots and what I can find in a store because I refuse to order my work boots online

@GuardianOfTheDamned 3 месяца назад

Thorogood is hands down the worst and most uncomfortable boots i ever own. @@shaunlehman9158

@shanewatters4967 4 месяца назад

I screwed up and bought the Brunt Marin about a year ago. They lasted about 4 to 5 months and they were WORE OUT. This review is spot on. They felt great for about 45 days with no break in period and then your foot felt like it was standing on the floor itself. I would recommend spending a hundred bucks more and get a boot that will last several years. You will have to break them in but they will form to your foot and last.

@ShouUFu 2 месяца назад

Jesus thank god for this comment … literally had my cart ready to go on my other web page … I ran with thorogoods for a while and wanted to maybe switch up … anybody have any recommendations or should I just stick to what I know ?

@shanewatters4967 2 месяца назад

@@ShouUFu stick with what you know brother.

@bossman4799 5 месяцев назад

I worked manual labor in parks (lots of mud, snow, gravel, brush) till I moved a few months ago. I have a pair of Red Wong Dynaforces that got 1/2 a year of rotated use and 1 year of full use. They’re still going strong and I brought them with me for when I have to do work outside so they’ll last me many years, especially since I don’t work outside anymore. I have no need for something like Brunt’s but thank you for letting others know to look elsewhere.

@andrewpeterson554 5 месяцев назад

My favorite thing is when I see their add comparing the sole of their boots to the “off brand” read the room Brunt you are the off brand.

@MNDmanIII 3 дня назад

So I got my my 6" Brunt Toe Marins last year in July or August of 2023. I was running a scooter & bike logistics company and put a ton of sidewalk and pavement walking into these boots. I use the upper foot of the boot to lift and spin around rentable electric scooters. The boots held up ok until maybe 2 or three weeks ago when I used the rear leather loop to pull the boots onto my feet and the stitching ripped and caused one of the leather pull straps to peel from the back of the boot. I also notice a wear pattern on the rear sole of the boot but that is to be expected. I've done a few tree jobs with the boots over the last month or so and they are taking a beating now. Honestly the most comfortable boots I've ever worn but I'm really put off with the fact that the leather pull on eyelette tore from the back of the boot. Then I see this review and kind of shake my head in agreement. I'll probably try the new Brunt welted and the black brunt before I completely call it quits with them based on how good my knees and little fatigue I get while wearing them but long term, I may look into something else. I appreciate the video here.

@kelsydean6902 6 месяцев назад

Great video, again. I like getting real, honest reviews from real blue collar workers. I know you have done plenty of recommendation videos for work boots. Can you do one for mechanics? What did you use when you were working with solvents, oils and on the concrete all day that lasts longer than a year? Keep up the good work

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

For sure man! I have a mechanic buddy of mine doing some testing right now.

@bobbed81xs650 6 месяцев назад

I was a tech for 20 years and got out of the business 1.5 years ago. I found Thorogoods to be the best bang for the buck.

@Niznuts123 6 месяцев назад

I remember I use to follow this contractor on IG and really liked brunt. I was looking to upgrade my boots so I was going to purchase these. Literally about to pay and thankfully got distracted. Later that night saw a video from rose anvil about the new whites moc toes. Bit the bullet and dropped $365 for boots. Kind of regretted it but also excited and curious? That was 3 years ago. Still wearing them, resoled once, and still the most comfortable anything I’ve ever worn on my feet. Can stand all day and walk all day, no pain. And still in great shape. Will be retiring them soon.

@aaronwidder9624 5 месяцев назад

Carl, great video on these brands that spam and market down your throat to make a buck! As an electrician, and a electrical teacher at the IEC, Ive seen countless apprentices walk in with a new pair of brunt's, and about a month later, they're trashed! I always tell them to just save a few pay checks, and invest into your footwear! It's a night and day difference in being able to work hard in good pair of boots, compared to trash like Brunt! Great stuff Carl!

@robfelts8076 6 месяцев назад

I bought a Marin a few years ago. They were pretty comfortable at first. After about a month, the sole really started breaking down. I don't think the boots lasted 3 months.

@timothyk4125 6 месяцев назад

bro, your super honest reviews are awesome. thank you

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

I appreciate that!

@timothyk4125 6 месяцев назад

@@CarlMurawski your welcome. keep the channel going reviews of workwear by tradesmen like you who actually works and will give no BS reviews is really helpful

@MtownsGreatest 5 месяцев назад

Im a new subscriber. This is the absolute best channel for getting TRUTH on work wear. If you are on the fence about a product you are eyeballing, just come here and let Carl give you the facts. You will not be disappointed

@CarlMurawski 5 месяцев назад

Thank you so much dude!!!

@TechMechMen 4 месяца назад

Thanks for your honest review. I totally agree about reviews that are bought and payed for. It’s rather infuriating that the internet is full of BS review blogs and top ten list with Amazon links and a million ads for dumb products, written by someone who has never even held those products in their hands. Honest reviews of products are harder and harder to find.

@PRSguy94 5 месяцев назад

You described my experience with Brunt down to a T. I purchased a set of Ryng low comp toes, and they were, by a fair margin, the worst boots I've purchased. The plastic eyes broke within a week, they were uncomfortable, and began tearing the stitching after a few weeks of use. I got a pair of Red Wing 2406's after that, and a year and a half later they're still holding up

@nickstahl1920 3 месяца назад

I've worn 2406s for years....usually get a year or a year and a half out of them.....last pair would not break in....decided to try the ryngs. Out of the box, they were awesome....6 months later they are falling apart....really disappointing. I'm a finish carpenter. I'm not nearly as hard on boots as a lot of tradesmen. Back to the 2406s I go...

@KingSatura 6 месяцев назад

These guys delete comments and reviews as well. The company is more trash than the boots. I had a debate with one of my technicians a bit ago about these boots. He was 2 weeks into them claiming how comfortable they were. 2 months later he was wearing Thorogoods. 😂

@ronthompson2366 6 месяцев назад

Carl I remember when you started your channel. You have come a long way since then. I also remember occasionally watching and thinking [even commenting] "you're crazy ... spending $$$ on ....?... ! Why ? Who ? You can get it cheaper.....". Then I listened more and your presentation format changed some.. and YOU MADE SENSE !! You get what you pay for lol how novel lol. But honestly you always focused on looking for the best product and then some good options. That meant you didn't have to break the bank to get good quality products. You have options based on your needs and the price point. Yet, you don't sink into the cheap garbage. I really appreciate that. I know that when I see a review from you. You are going to be honest and that is important. Plus you provide those options. I can spend the big bucks and get the absolute best. Or I can spend a little less and get a very comparable product. Because I don't need the top of the line version so I save a few dollars. But I am not going to completely compromise the quality standard. Keep up the great work your doing. The information is great and it is very informative.

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

Thank you! I’ve certainly learned a lot in these last years.

@wendiecroston5948 Месяц назад

My husband bought a pair of these. First day in lousy weather and his feet were SOAKED!! We tried to email customer service, non existent email. Called customer service.TWICE! Said they were helping other customers and would return our call. NOTHING! Wish I had seen your video before he wasted 100+ dollars. Bottom line...DON'T BUY THEM!

@brianbutler6782 4 месяца назад

The worst thing that ever happened for workwear was having it become fashionable. These seem like a great example of a casual fashion boot masquerading as a work boot. For me, if I can't get at least 4 years out of a construction boot I feel cheated.

@shaunlehman9158 4 месяца назад

4 years!! You must be a electrician or a plumber 🤣 I have to buy a new pair of boots once a year as a structural welder / Ironworker

@StartSomething93 4 месяца назад

4 years??? What boots you got??

@brianbutler6782 4 месяца назад

@@StartSomething93 I'm a mechanical insulator, and I wear Red Wing 2406 steel toe boots.

@stus1171 4 месяца назад

I’ve had a pair for three years, but I only use them around the house and in the woods. They are sufficiently comfortable, quality was questionable though. After less than a year, the boot started to split (the sole from the boot), which allowed water to get in very easily. I still use them for a pair of junk boots, but when it came time to buy a new pair, I went with Danner.

@707area 5 месяцев назад

This is the video I needed to see! Been wearing Red Wings for 10 years now, and need a new pair now. Been thinking of ordering a pair of Brunt Marin boots to see if they live up to the hype but something keeps telling me to stick to Red Wings. Definitely gona be sticking to my Red Wings, maybe a pair of Irish setters this time.

@andrewacton5885 6 месяцев назад

The best cheap boots are the Irish Setter Ashby. Same price range as Brunt, wayyyy better cheap boot

@joe_ferreira 6 месяцев назад

I contacted them because I was looking for a cheap pair of boots to destroy around my yard, and needed sizing information. They could not give me CM or JP sizing and kept telling me that they don't sell in Europe or Asia. CM or JP sizing is based on actual measurements and after a week and a half of going back and forth I gave up. They just kept saying that they fit true to size. But the US vs EU sizing didn't match up as they normally do with other brands.If they can't answer sizing information then they don't deserve my money.

@tstewardson 6 месяцев назад

What is JP sizing? Assuming cm in centimeters?

@joe_ferreira 6 месяцев назад

@@tstewardson yes CM is centimeters and JP is Japan. JP is also centimeters. They are both the same thing. There is also Mondo sizing sometimes which is Millimeters. Those 3 are the only sizing that uses actual measurements. To properly measure your feet, place a piece of paper against a wall. Stand on the paper with one foot and your heal against the wall. Trace your foot with a pen/pencil. Repeat for the other foot. Then measure the length of your outline from heal to the top of the big toe in CM/MM with a metric measuring tape.

@tstewardson 6 месяцев назад

And do you know of any direct correlations to the industry standards for each measurement? Meaning , are all size 9's a certain measurement?@@joe_ferreira

@joe_ferreira 6 месяцев назад

@@tstewardson each company from last to last the sizing doesn't compare to brannock sizing. So the issue is not specific to one company vs another but also exists within the same shoes/boots if they have different lasts also. This is not specific to boots but applies to all footwear. I first learned this trying to find inline skates that fit properly many years ago.

@yardenl1998 6 месяцев назад

This channel is a blessing. Thank you Carl 🙏

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

I appreciate that!

@popuppete 5 месяцев назад

Oh I’ve got adds from Brunt. Mine were for slip on shoes. Given the quality of the adds I’m impressed that they actually sent you boots. That alone exceeds my expectations.

@felonebike9859 4 месяца назад

Finally a real review on these boots. I sell work boots and western boots for a living and get questions all the time about this brand. Now I can give a true response and answer to them. Much appreciated.

@spooner_lv26 6 месяцев назад

Great video, and perfect timing! Brunt just popped up in my feeds recently, and they looked promising. Just goes to show, if it seems to good to be true, it probably is.

@Lochlann13 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for making this review. I'd never heard of Brunt, and would not have been interested in them regardless (not my style), but it's good to hear a popular channel calling out the sponsored marketing!

@falconfabrications 6 месяцев назад

I absolutely can't stand that brand!! I'm glad to see someone roasting them. After years of seeing their annoying ads, there are 2 things that bug me the most: 1) Anytime someone comments on their ads asking about country of origin, they give the same generic response about how they could only find manufacturers in China to make those boots to their comfort and quality specifications. Like a garbage throw-away cemented boot is so rare and only special Chinese factories could meet those rigorous standards. 2) They claim to cut out the middle man and pass the savings onto the customer. Except the prices aren't even good for how low quality their stuff is. I think they use the extra profit on all their annoying ad campaigns and fake reviews.

@food2430 6 месяцев назад

Love the rant-type videos

@scottulrich2725 6 месяцев назад

I will never buy another pair of work boots not made by Nicks. The quality, the customer service -- amazing. I burned through dozens of pairs of $200.00 boots before stepping up to a PNW boot. Never looking back.

@josephfowler6867 6 месяцев назад

I am SO glad someone called out True Classic tees. They hardcore advertise themselves as something they aren't all the time. And what they claim to be, Bayside actually is, does it cheaper and has better quality

@themancaveclub 6 месяцев назад

😂 hilarious Carl! You’re really hitting your stride… with these videos. Love it!

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

lol thank you dude!

@themancaveclub 6 месяцев назад

It’s important that you’re a working guy like me. Very inspiring!

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

@@themancaveclub I agree. It’s like theoretical knowledge vs real world experience. I also think it’s pretty easy to sniff out the imitators.

@themancaveclub 6 месяцев назад

@@CarlMurawskiI’ve had co-workers complain about their feet hurting after wearing $59 boots they bought at Walmart. 🤔

@HARMAN7777 6 месяцев назад

HAPPY THANKSGIVING 🦃

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

Same to you!

@memorosls5583 2 месяца назад

I got a pair 9 months ago and the sole is gone already, my Dr. Marten Chelsea Industrial lasted about 3 years, each pair.

@richardjohnson6053 2 месяца назад

I get ya red flag first was were almost out of stock. I called them out, but never a definitive answer. So I declined the purchase. Luv ur good reviews.

@CarlMurawski 2 месяца назад

Thanks for sharing your experience man, hopefully that will clue in others.

@shoutatthedevil841 5 месяцев назад

This isn't specific to this boot brand or even the video, but this type of honest evaluation and 'level playing field' is exactly why I subscribed to your channel, Carl. I appreciate your efforts and also, very importantly, your integrity shown in your reviews. I'm a firm believer of what I would consider your "buy once, cry once" philosophy. I also buy USA made as much as I can- especially when it comes to footwear. Thank you for your time and effort!!!

@mememachine2681 6 месяцев назад

My Ariats lasted 9 months before I had exposed toe caps and I'm really loving my Irish setters mesabi, but I would love to see your thoughts on them

@williamr134 6 месяцев назад

Gave Brunt Ryngs a try. They didn't make it 4 months before they had holes in the sides where they crease from just walking. They are total junk.

@dtrn750 Месяц назад

When I first started seeing these ads I was like hmmm… they look nice. And the reviews seem very positive. Then I started seeing ads all the time. And that’s when I started being suspicious about them. My shoes are the most important tool I use in my line of work. Especially with the planters fascia I have I can’t afford to be led astray. I walk up to 15k steps a day. So I didn’t trust them. Glad I found this video. I’d put these up against my Redwing 1222 any day of the week and they would blow these brunt’s out of the water. Don’t waste your hard earned money. Buy once cry once. Use the right tool for the job.

@Mrb00st 5 месяцев назад

I'm a mechanic, my coworker bought some of these and returned them pretty quickly- said they were very uncomfortable. The fake welt is lame. At this price point I'd probably get Wolverines

@92ireland92 5 месяцев назад

Honestly, was thinking about buying a pair. Liked the look and fell for the ads, i guess. Glad i saw this video. I cant afford some of the brands Carl reps, like Filson and the hand made boots, but i have a lot of carhartt and most of their stuff is worth the money. As for boots, my go to boots for a mix of work and casual are the standard Timberland Pros. Can find them at outlets for about $100 and theyre comfy and pretty durable IMO. I know there are better boots out there, but $100 every 2 years works for me

@jamesb9592 6 месяцев назад

Can you do a Keen work boots video? i'm just starting off as an electrical apprentice. any good tips // idea for realtively cheap work boots that will last a while would be greatly appreciated.

@ariescustom 5 месяцев назад

Keep up the good work, Carl.

@chrissigarigamo 2 месяца назад

Thank you for making this review, I was able to make a good decision on a work jacket based off one of your other videos and appreciate it very much. These boots were almost next for me but I am going to steer away from that.

@CarlMurawski 2 месяца назад

Glad I could help!

@vgfy6319 3 месяца назад

If you like the look of this boot the keen san jose looks pretty similar and they lasted me about a year, which is a pretty decent amount of time with my job. For comparison the pair before was Georgias and they lasted close to the same. Only complaint about the keens is they dont offer a insulated version and the stitching on the front broke.

@scottc77 5 месяцев назад

I’m a 30 year machinist from Washington state and started in the 90’s with Wolverine, went to Georgia than Thorogood and Redwing. Finally in my late 40’s ponied up to Whites first and recently Frank’s. The durability and craftsmanship is so far ahead of any of them. I don’t miss spending $200 plus a year on disposable boots.

@johnnyb6067 3 месяца назад

I’ve been a machinist for about 25 years. I wore redwing almost exclusively until I ended up with a pair of wolverines because of a time crunch needing steel toe for a new job. They’re holding up better than I expected but after two years, I just sent in fit sheets for a pair of Frank’s. I’m probably 6 months away from receiving them but I’m excited and don’t mind the wait.

@scottc77 3 месяца назад

@@johnnyb6067 they’ll be worth it brother, my Frank’s are the inexpensive Patriot model which I kind knew my size but since I am a 3 1/2 drive I’ll be headed there soon for a proper fitting. I’m going to get a pair of 4” boots for weekends. After that I’m thinking of getting a pair of T1 Commander’s, 8” and full custom with toe caps and pull holes. What model did you order??

@stevenr5534 2 месяца назад

I was happy to hear you mention Keens as a good quality affordable brand for work boots. Have you reviewed Keens work boots yet? Of course, they're not on the same level of quality as brands like Nick's or White's, but they are good, IMHO.

@scottc77 День назад

@@johnnyb6067 did you ever get your Franks yet

@billystpaul8907 6 месяцев назад

A lot cheaply made boots out there. These are one of them. Keep up the good work Karl. A Brunt ad appeared after I watched your video...

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

Thanks, will do!

@titocuevasseattle 6 месяцев назад

Irish setter boots go for around the same price and have a Goodyear welt sole, thicker leather and are a proven brand. Made in Vietnam so that can be a con for some.

@jeremyd1005 6 месяцев назад

I’ve been waiting for this beat down lol

@matthewcaughey8898 4 месяца назад

Recent convert to Jim green myself. Will probably get their steel toe razorbacks and add an external met guard unless I can get my painmaster rockports to finally loosen up

@andrewacton5885 6 месяцев назад

I can say that buying these marins got me really into boots. I realized how terrible they were and started getting into real heritage style boots

@cjanquart 6 месяцев назад

I saw these on my Facebook feed and just looking at them, they look sus (as the kids say today). I have a pair of 300Xs and White's Perry Select on order so unless I wanted to pull a Rose Anvil and cut them in half..haha.

@doublebase6509 6 месяцев назад

That’s funny, I have a pair of Perry Selects on order too, and came very close to ordering a pair of the JK 300x (instead went with the Whites Fulton).

@tom_scalisi 6 месяцев назад

Couldn't agree more. I write tool and workwear reviews as well, and Brunt sent me a pair for free. I told the rep they were uncomfortable and bulky (and ugly), and they asked what I was used to (Thorogoods). They offered to send me another pair that were more in line with my taste, but I wasn't interested. Fast-forward to a few weeks ago when I finally wore them on a roofing project, and they didn't make it through a single day without the lace ripping completely off of one boot. Laces are replaceable, yes, but c'mon. I know why they're so popular, but it's just shilling.

@tom_scalisi 6 месяцев назад

I'll also add that you guys found the leather to be thin. My Marin's were the insulated version, and they were extremely stiff. The pressure on the front of my shin was unreal. Just my $0.02.

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

Tom, thank you for the valuable feedback echoing my own experience. I think I may have read some of your work on Bob Villa? Maybe I'm mistaken.

@tom_scalisi 6 месяцев назад

@@CarlMurawski That's me. This Old House, Family Handyman, Pro Tool Reviews.... ah, the list goes on!

@JoeSmith-pm8is 6 месяцев назад

A young journeyman on the job bought these and was surprised when I told him they were made in China. They fell apart in a month and they gave him a new pair but pretty much the same result. I told him I’ve been wearing redwings for 30 years and he should give them a shot

@-ved89 2 месяца назад

The only thing I really liked about my Brunt boots was the 30 day try on/return window because I returned them ASAP. I work on wet surfaces and the Brunt boots felt like I was skating on ice.

@johnroyea8866 5 месяцев назад

I happened to buy a pair of the Brunt’s. And definitely didn’t like them. Then got a nice pair of Keen moc toe boots and they lasted almost a year. Now I went with RedWing and love them. The End.. Merry Christmas!

@jeremyl.7563 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for this. I was curious about this brand they are constantly popping up in my feed. I'm not sure if Wes at Rose Anvil has cut these apart yet. Looking at them they kinda look like Brahma work boots from Walmart.

@bricktop201 5 месяцев назад

Rose Anvil’s opinion is clearly for sale. Wouldn’t trust him.

@jonathandeere6232 3 месяца назад

Wes tore them apart by hand. I disagree with his opinion for sale, he always asks for competing or challenging information. Plus he cuts the boot in half and you can decide for yourself.🤷‍♂️

@bricktop201 3 месяца назад

@@jonathandeere6232 Nice theory, but he doesn’t criticize the product when they are sponsoring the video. The very definition of “for sale.” But please, continue to lick his boots.

@jonathandeere6232 3 месяца назад

@@bricktop201 That’s the great thing about the Internet and opinions, we both have the opportunity to be wrong. 😑. I do like your name bricktop, one of my favorite movies.👍

@user-ts5dx7qm4z 5 месяцев назад

Sounds a lot like Keens. So comfy in the beginning but it only lasted a couple of weeks. I'd spent so much I kept wearing them and my feet hurt. The last straw was walking across a freshly rained on parking lot and my socks were wet.

@RichCollinsThirstProductions 2 месяца назад

My Brunt "Work" boots - which I hardly wore - never for any real work - didn't even last a year. The insides wore out. I contacted Brunt as for $170 i would think a year would be nothing for "work" boots and they told me that rather than stand by their product they offer a 30-day return period to be sure you like what you purchased, and that flexibility was better than a warrantee. I disagree. I have boots that have 10-15 years on them, resoled, that are still wearable. Less than a year of light use is unacceptable unless you're buying $50 sneakers. They look brand new except the lining inside is tattered. Junk.

@michaelgee8078 Месяц назад

I bought a pair of these a couple years ago, and had a pretty disappointing time with them. I got the smallest size they had in men's (7) and they were still too big, so I had to return them and get a size 9 in women's. That's fine, but they don't sell the women's boots with safety toes. My job didn't require safety toes but they certainly helped from time to time, so I bit the bullet. As soon as I got the new pair, I realized that they fit better. But now they seemed to dig into my shin pretty hard at the top of the tongue. I figured it'd go away once they broke in, but it never did. By the time I got rid of them, my shin hurt even after I took them off. They were comfortable on my feet for 8+ hours a day, but walking on them still hurt that whole time. I really hoped that since their marketing lately has been that their boots are even better than before, I might give them another try. I'm glad I didn't.

@williamo1980 4 месяца назад

I bought the Brunt Marin soft toe’s because I had the Keen Red Hooks and after a year maybe I wanted a more traditional boot look (moc toe). Saw these all over instagram. The composite toe I first got I immediately sent back cause they were stiff as hell. The soft toe would be fine if the sole / outsole was softer. They suck. Stiff and no real give for a wedge sole. The boot itself if comfortable because I got the lined ones (although they don’t breathe well). I wouldn’t get them again.

@nickkduhh 4 месяца назад

Just got a pair, i do cell tower/rooftop cell site work so either im gunna be in a JLG lift basket, climbing towers or walking on commercial roofs Hoping they hold up

@joepeterbilly2922 6 месяцев назад

Nice Carl. Nailed it. Buy better, buy less. And for Crissakes be comfortable.

@kyledavis7292 4 месяца назад

My brother, I couldn't agree more. I'm a truck driver and he's boots after 2 weeks. Your phone apart and again sliced Up just threw not gonna last

@snazzypants57 Месяц назад

I honestly wanted to love these...but I always get unexplainable knee pain after a few hours when I wear them. I've never had knee pain before. Comfortable enough when moving, but I feel like the fatigue set in for me when just standing.

@BigAzzCuban 5 месяцев назад

I literally just got some from Saint Nick. My wife really tried to do her research and read the “reviews”. I’m a laborer and on the concrete pour crew. I’m LUCKY to get a pair to last 8 months. Of ANY BRAND. We’ll see what these do.

@davidingles6265 5 месяцев назад

I've had a pair of Keens for a month now, and they're killing it. Holding up great to aggressive treatment. If you're on a budget, Carolina and Keen are brands I can say from experience hold up great.

@gtiguy1992able 5 месяцев назад

Keen offers a year warranty also against defects but I ran keens and brunt’s also danner, all have been good to me in the construction industry

@stevenr5534 2 месяца назад

I agree with you about Keens being good quality boots at a good price. Plus, Keens have good foot support and a wide toe box.

@provendbg3202 6 месяцев назад

It took me about 2 months to figure out that these boots were the reason my calf was cramping up. So past the 30 day return mark. I left a review of them that they deleted. And gave them to my son. I have JKs now

@nathanwhite5602 6 месяцев назад

Good job on the video

@brading84 6 месяцев назад

Harsh words, but sometimes the truth hurts.. I’m sticking to my red wings! Keep it up Carl! 👍

@robreda9221 5 месяцев назад

I had a pair of slip on work boots from brunt and the fabric in the heal had been ripped on day31 and would dig into my heal. It also made it very difficult to take off. I was one day out of warranty and the boots were unwearable.

@Brajin1 6 месяцев назад

Carl was letting it rip!! Also those boots looked awful lol. Though the hybrid speed hooks were kind of interesting.

@kurtinfl 6 месяцев назад

I feel like Taft/Taft 365 and Portland Leather Goods/Patina deserve this sort review as well.

@rickp4281 3 месяца назад

I had to add to this. That review by “Fernando Valenzuela “ with the stock photo of some construction dude made me laugh. The real Fernando Valenzuela was a pitcher for the LA Dodgers back in the early 1980s. He was kind of a big deal for a little bit - and looked nothing like the stock photo dude.

@aurumbuilingcorp 6 месяцев назад

I have a pair of thorogood moc toes that are on their third set of soles and prob almost 6 yrs old. If that doesn’t say quality I don’t know what does. I wear them out and they replace the soles for half the price of a new pair and they come looking almost brand new. I run transport and work on heavy machinery among other things too

@tstewardson 6 месяцев назад

Good stuff Carl! If you're looking for a topic, you seem like the right person to further review the term "Made in USA" and what that means. There are a handful that REALLY do it and most that do some version of it and get away with it. If you're interested in a further discussion lmk it would be great to chat. Another topic would be WATERPROOF and expectation vs reality and at different price points.

@CarlMurawski 6 месяцев назад

Wow man, thank you!! I did a video years ago about what the requirements are to include "Made in USA" on a label and it was very eye-opening. I remember there being a document which outlines all the specifics for a product which is made in the USA, and some textiles were exempt. Awesome recommendations my friend. Thank you!

@johnsradios484 Месяц назад

Thanks for a honest non bias review.

@CarlMurawski Месяц назад

No problem!

@StevieHerron 5 месяцев назад

I just got promoted to being the head handy man in the condo building I work in. it wouldn't require too much walking and heavy lifting. Do you think these would still be suitable as I think they wouldn't be under heavy work load?

@markmullen1852 5 месяцев назад

Don't waste your money. Spend more and get something that can be resoled. These are junk.

@elijahmoua8901 2 месяца назад

Got a pair of brunt boots and used it for about a year. They’re obviously comfortable due to the foam BUTTT a year later they crease like Air Force ones. Shitty thin quality and a plastic sole instead of wood sole like Redwings. Redwings Ontop💪💪

@dave0z96 5 месяцев назад

I’m a heavy equipment mechanic and two mechanics I work with got suckered into buying this garbage and they fell apart in three months and I guarantee they will never buy them again and they have nothing good to say about them . If Brunt wants to stay in business for years they better start making higher quality stuff because they are getting a bad reputation .

@aggplbg0664 10 дней назад

That was skeptical at first I know back in 2020 I asked him about an 8-in boot and they said they were working on it so I hadn't went with chippewa's had been wearing red wings411s for years ! Figured I'd give him a try buy some brunt Marin 8 in after about a year and a half later when they first came out I believe in 2022 . Well it's the beginning of 24 and I'm still wearing them, I usually go through about two to and a quarter years before I need a new pair! I would say they held up fairly well I'm in the construction business. Definitely comparable to both Chippewa and Red Wing I noticed the Red wings and brunt are very similar and break-in as far as the comfortable factor, chippewa's dead hold up a little longer but wore out my feet pretty quick, I would definitely give them 7 out of a 10. I definitely will buy my second pair for the price! Red wings seem to fade on the bottom brunt seem to hold up just a little better as far as wear and tear! Everybody's opinions going to differ based on the work they do! But for the price I'll definitely be purchasing a second pair that would have been cool if they would have made an 8-in boot in black! They live 😎

@johnsantiago4810 3 месяца назад

Do you recommend Danner brand work boots?

@danmills2293 3 месяца назад

I’m working at Yale St.Rays new addition and I love my new Brunt’s. My last pair of Brunt’s lasted over 13 months…..

@CarlMurawski 3 месяца назад

Im here also, and I'd love to see these boots.

@danmills2293 3 месяца назад

@@CarlMurawski see you at stretch and flex I’m Forman for Century Drywall

@danmills2293 3 месяца назад

I’ll bring old ones also for you to see

@CarlMurawski 3 месяца назад

@@danmills2293 gotcha, I’m with Ducci Electrical. Don’t bury our outlets!!!

@danmills2293 3 месяца назад

@@CarlMurawski 😂 Ha Ha … see you in the am

@Faithxiii1973 2 месяца назад

I could tell they sucked the moment you opened the box?! I recently purchased the KEEN CINCINNATI 8” and love it!! I’m a Painter by trade and the Cincinnati is comfy to be on your feet all day!!!

@StevOPelO 4 месяца назад

What about Duradero. I get spammed by then as well comparing to thorogood and offering a free resole!? I'd love to see if their worth it

@rickoppman 5 месяцев назад

Carl you’re hilarious. Love the cold honesty

@vincentmarsero7938 5 месяцев назад

I need advice for a new boot drive trucks with usually 20 stops on my routes being bars and restaurants so a lot of moving

@dunka12 6 месяцев назад

what i learned from this, is that in the US, 10+ hours/day is normal in construction, and the employee is expected to buy their own gear. WTH man.

@matthewcaughey8898 4 месяца назад

In some cases sites operating on the OSHA voluntarily protection program that require you to buy a certain type of protective boot will cover your costs up to a certain point. My company gives you 150 a year to use as capital to purchase MT-75 certified products.

@dubester1982 6 месяцев назад

Ill take my Jim Greens all day long vs these things!

@aurtisanminer2827 6 месяцев назад

You’re doing great work in the fight against planned obsolescence.

@pnwoutdooradventures8621 6 месяцев назад

I have a pair of the Distasio's I am still getting blisters from them almost 2 months later and just found out that they are not waterproof. Not happy.

@sapperdaddy504 3 месяца назад

With them having a next gen version of their boots I'm curious to see what they've changed.. that said I'm stuck on thorogood and the only change I'd make boot wise is going to a PNW boot brand

@jadesumsion 2 месяца назад

Thank you for the review. Not making that purchase. I work to hard for my money. Great channel. You got a subscriber

@CarlMurawski 2 месяца назад

Thank you very much!

@doogeerugged89 4 месяца назад

I bought these with knowing who these company was. I bought these when i was a helper in a body shop. I will admit they are comfortable. I can't add photos here so i add photos on my comments on their Facebook adds. So, 7 months on dry concrete NO OIL, NO CHEMICALS , and the outer souls started peeling. The outer souls is maybe 1mm thick. The outer soul is glued on. You can not replace it because they have a FAKE goodwill stitching. Pry you dont get them wet the leather gets hella dark. 7 months it the ABSOLUTE most you will get out if these boots before the 1mm outer soul's glue comes apart and the tread on these last about 5 month. After that the shoes are slip hazards.

@joemoneytaker1766 5 месяцев назад

Who makes a good moc toe work boot and what model number please

@joem.7621 6 месяцев назад

Thursday boots comes to mind. I bought a pair of the Statesman shoes and they went into the charity box in about a month. The most uncomfortable shoes I've ever worn. I'm a size E width. Not super wide, and took a gamble on a regular size since they didn't have wide. Super narrow & tight, zero arch support, and non-removable insert. The sole of the boot was a Vibram knock off that was hard as rock. Anyway, my feet hurt like crazy and went numb wearing them.