This Is the BEST DAMN Everyday Boot (JK Boots)

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Check out the O.T. Bison by JK Boots -- the best damn boots money can buy -- and the rest of their second-to-none work boot offerings bit.ly/436F7r0 (ad)
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Ever since I shredded my pair of Iron Rangers, I've been in search of the best everyday boot money can buy. I ultimately landed on the JK Boots O.T. Bison and couldn't be happier. And don't just take it from me, Weston of ‪@RoseAnvil‬ ranked this as his #1 PNW boot.
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@jkbootsusa Год назад

Those are some Damn good looking boots 🔥🔥 Glad you like em' Taylor. Wear the heck out of em, don't hold back!

@nicksboots Год назад

Great video Taylor! Keep up the good work! John "JK" was a great employee when he worked at Nicks off and on from the mid 90's to 2008 learning the logging boot trade.

@Lexidezi225 Год назад

I still gotta try a pair of your guys boots so I can compare to whites and Jk. Your lead times is kinda why I haven’t yet to be honest. I’m the only person in my entire area I’ve seen with a pnw boot im trying to spread the word I can’t stand paying for/wearing junk

@nicksboots Год назад

@@Lexidezi225 Sounds good! We have lots of Ready to Ship boots, and almost every model we make is offered in the Quick Ship category (8-12 weeks versus around 25-30 weeks). Keep up the great work!

@ethanbaran6158 8 месяцев назад

I've been trolling the ready-ship pages for awhile now to snag s pair of boots that will get me in trouble with the lady, but based off my whites and jks I know it will be worth the headache haha.

@toosorry2care 8 месяцев назад

Nick’s just could let the guy get his flowers, they had to chime in here to state that John worked for them first…..

@christopherbordenet6063 8 месяцев назад

@@toosorry2careyeah it’s not a good look.

@A.J.Collins Год назад

I bought a pair of their 300X series boots several months ago and am blown away by the quality and comfort. JK Boots are phenomenal.

@jkbootsusa Год назад

That is awesome! Thank you so much!

@lazarusgrey4866 Год назад

Glad to see that you brought up boots. I bought my first good pair a little over two years ago. Don’t regret it a bit 👍

@Lexidezi225 Год назад

Bison leather isn’t stretched when they tan it which is why it’s so thick and flexible. Rose anvil failed to tell us that

@jasonscott6906 Год назад

Great video Taylor, i really love American made knives and boots, awesome that you referenced Carls channel and rose anvil, i love your channel and there channels and Zach’s channel, some of my favorites. Keep up the great work. I’m gonna check out JK boots, I’m also looking at Nicks, whites and Truman boots. I wear red wing work boots for years , buying good boots even if they’re expensive you really do save money in the long run.

@Shatsbeard Год назад

Love my JK’s!! 2.5 years strong and kickin!

@bryanduchane2371 8 месяцев назад

Have my first pair of handmade custom boots on order with Txture in Indonesia. Been on order 5 months with 1 more month before they are scheduled to ship. Can't wait to get them. Been so long since I ordered them, ready to forget they are coming.

@danielrgusa Год назад

I have three pairs of JK boots. Two OT and one pair of Superduty. I love them. I’m a mobile welder and I’m hard on boots. JK boots are up the challenge.

@johncarmichael4698 Год назад

I have a narrow hill and a somewhat low arch ,,,,,,just got my JK Fore Front a few days ago, no hill slippage built like a tank. And was called by the company to make sure everything was fitting properly with in 2 days. That’s good customer service. ❤❤. It’s all good.

@joy.kachru Год назад

Hi Taylor. Great to see videos on some new topics. I was wondering if you could do one on pants / jeans / shorts with dedicated knife / EDC pocket too .. something like Wrangler Riggs Workwear and ither options probably .. Thanks.

@jamescampbell720 Год назад

Glad you like yours. This was almost the exact boot I wanted. My dream boots basically. But now with recent knee issues from wearing pretty much only boots for 20+ years, I don't know that I'll ever end up getting a pair. Great production quality and loved the video. Just subscribed

@Lexidezi225 Год назад

All I wear is boots I have some whites with the arch support that are amazing. How can it hurt your knees?

@jamescampbell720 Год назад

@@Lexidezi225 I’m not sure the medical explanation, but when I wear the high heel and arch of a logger style boot I feel a lot of pressure and pain on my knees. Most of my years in boots has been low heel and cowboy styles so that’s what my body is used to I guess. Low heels like thorogood wedge soles, Georgia boots, or Ariat / Justin cowboy boots I wear all day with no pain, but I wear my loggers, which are my favorites and huge knee pain. I’m sure it’s part boot and part me getting old and I put alot of wear on my body with blue collar labor work

@bryanduchane2371 8 месяцев назад

Love the Bison Leather.

@andrewacton5885 4 месяца назад

I have the same leather, full smooth out bison Forefronts. The bison leather is crazy. Its stretchy, you can feel them stretch as you kneel and as youre driving and alternating gas/brake. My 8" OTs took a month to get the uppers formed to my ankles. The 6" bison forefronts took 2 days. Im going bison for now on

@spektr540hemi Год назад

Those look worth trying out, for sure. Recently found out about JK Boots...think it was also from Rose Anvil. I live in boots, some 40+ yrs now. Whites, Nick's and Wesco... LOVE the honey soles, but DAMN they wear FAST !

@dalepak1955 Год назад

I have 2 pairs of Vasque Sundowners I’ve had for over 30 years that have been resoled several times. Good boots are like good knives.

@Txchickensnake Год назад

I love my superdutys and been looking at the OTs.

@TooTallDesk Год назад

I'm partial to White's and some Horrween chrome excel myself, but JK makes solid stuff! I know Rose Anvil also loved those boots too. The bison leather looks super cool even if it's not as versatile as a smooth pull up leather. Glad you got you some PNW representation!

@Lexidezi225 Год назад

I have a pair of whites and a pair of jk. I had to get the bison leather. Mine measured 4.8 mm thick!! But it’s so soft and a little stretch it’s insane. On the other hand their not made as uniform as my whites ramblers. My whites are flawless there isn’t one stitch out of place. Whites website is spot on with their sizing and JK can’t seem to get my fit right. I’m on the second pair and I may have to send them back not enough space left when lace them up like their for someone with a fat foot. Driving me nuts. Still a nice boot but I agree with you I’m partial to whites. Whites leather ain’t as thick work leather tho measured under 3 mm

@robertsmithUH60driver Год назад

Love my Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill boots. Thinking Grant Stone is my next pair.

@RoseAnvil Год назад

Thanks for the shoutout man!

@alphaspursncowboys Год назад

Huh, I live in Spokane and hadn't heard of them. I'll have to check them out.

@zacharyyoung2961 Год назад

Red Wing 3343 Blacksmith have been my everyday for several years now. Love them.

@brandonin_ny Год назад

I’ve got a bunch of Red Wings too, and they are great boots. But, since getting some JK’s I hardly ever wear my Red Wings anymore. The quality difference between JK and Redwing is extremely vast. If you love boots, I’d encourage you to try a PNW brand, such as Nicks, Whites, or JK. They are all amazing and can do laps around Red Wings.

@nunuabiznus 8 месяцев назад

If i hadn't been able to get an ND3 i would have gotten the JK OT bison rough out. Beautiful boot and perfect for my intended use.

@Kilt_Camera_and_Carry Год назад

I am a big Redwing fan ... They work for me but I might want to try JK ... Video Request - Update on your Ebike? ... I just ordered one and want to see your long term update

@alexjohansson8402 Год назад

I was set on a pair of Nicks to give my 10year old iron rangers a break.. now i really need to check these out! Tanks!

@BestDamnEDC Год назад

One of the pairs of boots Carl sent was Nick's and they were built very well. They were who I planned to buy from, but the bison leather was a huge game changer for me.

@donjohnson2153 Год назад

Just ordered my first pair! I actually left it in my cart for a couple days and got a call from them asking if there was a reason and if they could help in any way and needles to say I have my first pair on the way!

@kebrun4484 Год назад

I just looked on their website and they make station boots! I know what I want for my birthday.

@lumberjackery Год назад

Love my JKs! Good choice!

@em4me-Dan Год назад

Nothing better feeling "Boots and going Commando"....yeah!

@kennethseden 11 месяцев назад

Yeah they look great, but most men in the construction world need water proof safety toe boots possibly insulated for outdoor winter use. What would you recommend for those hard working guys, including myself.

@Jim-zs8vy Год назад

For duty boots I have been wearing Danner Patrol 6" for nearly ten years with no problems. For boots like you are describing I wear a couple different Red Wings.

@Lexidezi225 Год назад

Hate to say it but danners are junk nowadays. I used to like them but once you cut one open and see what your paying for it’s a rip off

@TGwant420 11 месяцев назад

Weston is the man! I love rose anvil

@jamesbruno1044 Год назад

Should try a pair of origin theyre excellent i work construction and destroy boots. I ran thro red wings, chippewa’s, carrhart. Ect but origins right from the box felt better in every which way. Definitely worth a shot and plus american made and uses american materials. I like the boot so much sometimes im scared of wearing them at work because i think im going to ruin them and so far they been holding up.

@paullt5111 6 месяцев назад

I have OT JK boots as well they are great.

@derptothemaxclearly 22 дня назад

JFC the sticker shock is wild. If I ever have money just laying around maybe lol.

@danieldeanda5816 Год назад

I have some bison leather cowboy boots. Absolutely incredible

@BestDamnEDC Год назад

It’s so hard to convey how good bison leather is …

@duanebrown21 11 месяцев назад

You can’t go wrong with a pair of Nick’s boots!

@daver6564 Год назад

Makes sense to me. Probably should have at least a couple pair of shoes/boots. I’ve always heard it’s better for your feet to switch it up at the end of the day.

@somnolentSlumber Год назад

damn a rose anvil crossover episode didn't expect that lol

@marwasgaming Год назад

Im exclusive to Red WIngs, maybe ill give JK a try, thanks for the review.

@dontorres2055 Год назад

Ive had my Bison forefronts for i think 8 mo. Love them, they are my goto boots for when it's time to play or work.

@mdunawaym Год назад

Glad to hear it. I ordered a pair of their 300s, but they came too narrow. They gave me a gift certificate in the full amount that I haven't used yet. I'll check these out to replace them.

@danielq.4371 Год назад

What width did you get?? I usually need to get extra wide for my right foot

@mdunawaym Год назад

@@danielq.4371 At the time I didn't see any measurement guides for foot width. In their new ordering forms they take that into consideration. Contact them,. and I'm sure they can accommodate for different for sizes in a single order.

@jeremyl.7563 Год назад

Great video. I didn't realize you were a boot guy Taylor. I have almost pulled the trigger on JK's, Nicks, and Whites I like all these brands. I like JK's I think best they have a really good company backstory. Honestly what has stopped me from going ahead with any one them isn't the price. It is their not waterproof. I'm a CNC machinest I'm around coolant, hydraulic oil etc. plus snow and rain. I've been wearing 8" 1957 Thorogoods for about 3 1/2 years now and I do need a new pair. These boots have a thin liner in them making them waterproof without making your feet hot. I do like your boots. I think those kilties are rad looking.

@BestDamnEDC Год назад

Yeah, not waterproof but *resistant* with a good, regular oiling. For times I need waterproof boots, I wear Lems, but they're more like sneakers than boots.

@williamsnyder574 Год назад

I knew it was going to be JK before I could even read the thumbnail. I'm getting a pair of OTs as well as soon as I can afford them!

@pasquale78 Год назад

Best commercial for something that’s not a commercial. (I mean that in the best possible way)

@sirwolfanite Год назад

It's always difficult to find good boots that I can wear. Due to where my work, my boots have to be static dissipative, which severely limits my options. I've tried out a few different pairs of shoes and boots from two different heavy working brands and just haven't been fully satisfied in long-term wear and tear.

@gk5891 Год назад

It's about three times as thick as many mass market boots. It's about twice as thick as HHH which is what the Red Wing 875 uses.

@landontreinen3062 Год назад

I’d be interested in a pair of these, but at that price I’d be hard pressed to wear them to work lol. They look great though, and you can tell they’re made by quality craftsmen just by looking at them. I have a pair of Danners for working at the shop and a pair of red wings for working outside. Both great boots for under 250. They last me 2-3 years generally.

@brandonin_ny Год назад

I have a bunch of JK’s and please trust me, you can beat the shit out of them and they will laugh at you and ask “is that all you got”. No joke, they are tough as nails and only look better as they age.

@danielrgusa Год назад

I have three pairs and they take abuse! Amazing work boots. But I wear them casually too. Just dust them off.

@chrisdiaz7615 Год назад

I really want to get some Nick's Boots. But I need to learn more before I pay that much on some boots. Also been looking at JK. Glad you made this video happy to watch it. Thank you Sir

@brandonin_ny Год назад

Nicks, JK’s, Whites, etc are very similar in quality. They are all tougher than nails. One benefit of JK is that there’s a very good chance you will not have to wait as long to get them as you would with Whites and Nicks. I have all 3 brands and all 3 are incredible. JK’s get to you faster cause they aren’t quite as popular, but they are 100% every bit as good.

@chrisdiaz7615 Год назад

@@brandonin_ny thank you for the information really appreciate it

@brandonin_ny Год назад

@@chrisdiaz7615 my pleasure. Whatever you end up getting you’ll love ‘em.

@chrisdiaz7615 Год назад

My main worry is fit I have no idea how to find the right size.

@brandonin_ny Год назад

@@chrisdiaz7615 do you know your brannock size? What size do you wear in most sneakers? What size do you wear in Red Wing Iron Rangers, if you have some? For example, I normally wear size 10 in running shoes/sneakers. I wear 9.5 in iron rangers. My brannock is 9.5. My Jk size is 8.5 “average”. My Nicks size is 9E & 8.5EE (both sizes work. And, my Whites size is 9D or 8.5D (both sizes work). Most of the boot companies will assist you with sizing if you’re willing to go through their process.

@bear_parade 11 месяцев назад

I'd be curious to learn more about other clothing brands that earn your stamp of approval in this theme of EDC - like your jeans, etc.

@janfiedor2023 Год назад

I use shoes from LOWA and Polish Protektor. The best you can get

@BeardsBaconTech Год назад

Hey, I was wondering have you ever heard of this knife is it any good? Does anyone know where I can get? A leather are Kydex sheath made for this Gerber Stowe Fixed Blade Knife Black Micarta (2.5" Stone Wash)

@youknowwithMartyKauffman Год назад

That’s so great that you could have them be resold

@dannyparrish724 Год назад

Tried them all...For a boot that will take over 5 yrs. of abuse yet rarely costs more than two hundred dollars I found Wolverines are my choice. Great review, thanks.

@TheDemoJ Год назад

Just took a look at their site at your recommendation. Prolly gonna buy a pair next time I need new boots. Thanks man.

@colorpilot Год назад

What Wolverines boot do you have?

@Lexidezi225 Год назад

Yea you ain’t gettin a wolverine to last more than 6-9 months on my feet dude

@dannyparrish724 Год назад

@@Lexidezi225 I’m guessing you must have worked harder than me. I finally retired, so I have to plead, “No Contest.” 👍

@raijinmadapaka Год назад

I want an OT Bison without the jagged edge.

@Scarywoody Год назад

Never heard of them before. I bookmarked their page. They have other models for $350ish.

@CLP2102 Год назад

ordered mine a week ago, its killing me waiting for them (loggers)

@kintrap5376 Год назад

I just wish they made an engineer or chelsea. I moved away from laces years ago and never looked back.

@BombproofCraftsman Год назад

Definitely recommended to rotate your boots day to day w/ a second pair. It will make the leather last much longer.

@sackman1886 Год назад

I think the worst thing that everyone does with boots is recommend the Iron Rangers as the ultimate boot for just about anyone. I found my IRs so uncomfortable at a certain point, I couldn't take it. I now have a pair of JK Forefront boots and a pair of Nicks Robert boots - both are phenomenal. I also have a custom pair of Franks Ryker boots on order right now and I can't wait for those! The OTs have been on my list for a while, but I think my Franks will fill that role in my lineup. Great review, and love JK.

@nafis6668 Год назад

i think IR inner counter material does not beak in as well as leather. most shop in my country also does not stock E width for IR of my size. it took a good year of daily wear to properly break in to my foot. I'm fortunate that my foot width is between D and E . No more toe pinching after the break in and no more blister.

@Lexidezi225 Год назад

I’m between d and e as well. It’s frustrating with these companies. Which company was best at sizing you? It seems like frank and his fit sheet seem the best. I have some whites ramblers that are a d and their a little snug and some jk e that are too big I have to lace them completely tight. Thinking of trying some nicks or franks

@sackman1886 Год назад

@@Lexidezi225 While JK sizing is weird, using their sizing guide was perfect. Measured my feet according to their guide, and placed the order - perfect fit. Nicks sizing was a little more straight forward to a certain extent, but the boots are maybe SLIGHTLY narrow. My Brannock is 11E, so I ordered 10.5E from Nicks and probably could’ve gone with 10.5EE, but they fit pretty well. I bought them in CXL so the leather stretches a bit. I ordered my Franks in 10.5EE so we will see how those go.

@lx93racer Год назад

Are those the 10" or 8"? Having trouble deciding how tall I should choose

@sense27 4 месяца назад

What size width did you get on those boots?

@Dethmobile Год назад

Only question from me - are they waterproof?

@zackeryparker1520 Год назад

I wear mine every day walk around 10-15 miles a day I have the super duty

@dd04558 Год назад

Ship to Canada?

@tgafire87 Год назад

JK’s are on another level.

@7f5.8-Uq6_Lp 6 месяцев назад

This video started auto-playing, and before I looked at the video title, my brain thought I was hearing "boobs" instead of "boots"

@kram364 Год назад

They are no longer offering the $100 discount for 26 weeks, so might as well take the 14 week option

@111wash 10 месяцев назад

Anybody, thoughts on 300 for walking. (Retired)

@rorynelson7548 Год назад

Dangit I just bought some red wings

@TwitchRadio 4 месяца назад

Can we have a budget-friendly boot recommendation😎🤞

@nixnook592 Год назад

Wish you would go over the jeans next.

@BestDamnEDC Год назад

👀

@nixnook592 Год назад

@@BestDamnEDC I looked and didnt find the brand or cut.

@tbread1128 Год назад

“What are you wearing?” “Sneakers… JK boots”

@youwebz Год назад

Should look at RM Williams boots out of Australia….

@IgorKolar Год назад

0:25 you never felt like you found ... das boot ? :D I'll let myself out :D

@shawnlinnehan7349 9 месяцев назад

Are these things waterproof? I need an actual work boot to work in and it needs to be waterproof. I'm in Florida and have a commercial landscape business. I am in mangrove swamps sometimes, doing tree work, and on the dunes at the beach. This time of year, thunderstorms will roll in for an hour and then clear out and everything is soaked, and I am standing in puddles. I want to buy good boots instead of replacing them every 6 months to a year, but I need waterproof, and I need them for work, not going out at night.

@NoVaRedacted 9 месяцев назад

Nothing purely leather based will be waterproof. Just water resistant. You should look at synthetic boot materials and not hand made leather boots for water based jobs

@brasspill8439 Год назад

Chippewa boots, lasted at least 5 yrs

@jasontraska2616 Год назад

Good info. Wish I could afford something like that. Like a $400 flashlight. Oh well.

@jkbootsusa Год назад

Check out our 300 and 300X models!

@spektr540hemi Год назад

In the long run you end up SAVING $$$... I have destroyed too many 1-200.00 via simple hiking/walking to go back to any of those.

@spektr540hemi Год назад

Agreed on the flashlight...

@a97b18b Год назад

What about denim? Get yourself some iron heart, pure blue Japan, or samurai

@aqcbing Год назад

Red wings all day 🪽🥾

@dreghorn007 Год назад

I love anything not made in China or other Asians countries, its makes buying anything so difficult because i always make sure im not buying from low quality sweat shops.

@deangelomega Год назад

do you know any RU-vid channels that talk about everyday boots?

@CarlMurawski Год назад

Stridewise might be just what you're looking for. Nick is a funny guy and makes some enjoyable videos.

@jasonmiller9495 Год назад

Love my JK boots I can’t wear anything else

@yossarian3 Год назад

My luck is bad ordering boots online and getting them to be the right size. Don't most people have this problem? How does JK size you?

@NoVaRedacted Год назад

I went in for custom fitting. I’m thinking about creating a sizing chart based on existing shoes from other brands. For example iron ranger my shoe size is 10.5D, nicks 10.5d, JK boots I’m a 9.5 3E

@NoVaRedacted Год назад

So basically if you fit in a 10.5 iron ranger comfortably a 9.5 3E will fit you in JKs

@carlitos366 8 месяцев назад

Bro had to copy weston's homework 💀

@StevenAbbott 10 месяцев назад

After 40 years and many boots, this is the first boot I was willing to pay $600.00 for

@gingebrien2408 Год назад

Dude a $600 they better be Knicks or White level boots.

@vryce6322 Год назад

Personally I love my Nick's Builder Pros. JK does make a good as does Whites, but I'll stick with Nicks.

@paulverstraete9157 9 месяцев назад

have some ots and nicks rangers....both great the nicks are a bit nicer but the ots are more comfortable....will last many years....bought a pair of thorogoods or redwings every year before these so these are cheaper in the long run

@cs9742 11 месяцев назад

Ariat rambler

@Jc-bo1uu 8 месяцев назад

Good boots are not cheap at all.

@user-df6lp8zw4g Год назад

Wolverine. Best tank boots ever.

@Tallnerdyguy 6 месяцев назад

Thought so until I got jk boots. Not in the same realm.

@rorynelson7548 Год назад

You said the iron rangers lasted 10 months, what if these don't even last that long?

@ronniemuse7605 Год назад

Out of these boots compared to Nick's boots

@kyleheard8433 Год назад

Did you try Das boot

@mcbridecreek 10 месяцев назад

No. I don’t like salt water.

@j.dieason7527 Год назад

$700 hmm

@eddiewalker7252 Год назад

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@rg3412 Год назад

Yep, wasted $100 on a new pair of boots bought at REI, only to see them destroyed by light use after 3 years... If you're a man, get yourself a pair of REAL boots made in the PNW.