A TANKER BOOT Worth Buying? | Nicks' Vintage Tanker Boots

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Tanker Boots were originally designed by General Patton for WW2 tank operators. Nicks Handmade has taken that heritage and made a new Vintage Tanker Boot which brings all the benefits of a tanker boot to you in a sleek silhouette!
The Nicks X Carl Vintage TankerPro with Cats Paw heel and Biltrite sole are limited to 100 pair, and when they're gone, they're gone. So don't hesitate on these!
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Reviews of clothing, boots, and accessories 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.
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@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Get yours here: bit.ly/3vmkVly

@emmanuelawosusi3276 2 жыл бұрын

Will nicks boots make a pull on/cowboy style boot for wild land firefighting ?

@bobjohnson6321 Жыл бұрын

just got these boots in the mail yesterday. they really are awesome. they are stunning, easy to toss on, and did not seem to give me any break in pain so far. they look very unique and i really like the half sole combo. only drawback was the nearly 9 month delivery time. very tough to be patient.

@k.b.o.7514 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, worth the wait of 9+ months, awesome piece of kit!

@compromisedmission Жыл бұрын

Just scrolling through Nicks updated ready to ship list and what did I 👀 in my size!!! The Carl Murawski Tanker Boot! Being a retired 19K Tanker it was a no Brainer! Bought them instantly and can't wait to put them on and do some pivot spins!

@wyeastor Жыл бұрын

Took about nine months, but today I received my boots! Amazing quality and fit. I keep looking at them and can't believe they are sitting in my house! What a great collaboration, well done!

@SUP3Rnocturn 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I was in a position to get these. They look rocking

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

For sure dude, and they’ll look even better with some wear!

@AlmostLakai94 2 жыл бұрын

Ditto

@lrlevy 2 жыл бұрын

For $650 I think I’d go with Roll Club. Also you can’t return these if you don’t like them.( I think)

@cdakskid 2 жыл бұрын

@@lrlevy Role Club doesn't have a similar boot and would cost 3 times the amount with a wait time of 3 years, give or take. That being said, I would absolutely love to have a tanker boot by Role Club!!

@lrlevy 2 жыл бұрын

@@cdakskid that was my point. I think Brian has higher quality. But your point about the wait time and the fact that he doesn’t have a tanker is very true.

@coryshook7648 2 жыл бұрын

They look like a modern day motorcycle boot and I think they look super fantastic

@nlibby.268 2 жыл бұрын

Love the history of the tanker boots. If Nicks made a good engineer boot I think I’d get them. Finishing on these tankers looks really well done, they probably had their very best make them knowing you’d go over them in detail. I really like those soles. Great video Carl!!!

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

I always wonder that when I order products. Do they kinda put their A team on it because I’ll be making a video? I’m really not sure.

@nlibby.268 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure they do some extra QC, Nicks does make a fine product however. I love that they did another collaboration with you, you for sure have helped them gain notoriety.

@calebaranzubia5707 2 жыл бұрын

I have a base pair of hotshots ,and everything on them is perfect. No slop .

@CobaltPuyallup 2 жыл бұрын

Those tanker Pros have been on a tab open on the browser for months. But they looked just a little bulky, this is a piece of art, I snapped a pair up, nice assist Sir!! I have the Cats Paw on a pair of Noah Waxman shearling lined Engineer Boots, even the foot bed is lined in shearling, above a full veg tan sole, those boots are beyond comfortable, I can't wait to break in these.

@BryanSanchez-gw2ir Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting videos like this keep them coming

@ryano8982 Жыл бұрын

I missed ordering these when you first put this video out. Then last week I was browsing Nick's ready to ship section and lo and behold a pair of factory second Vintage Tanker with the Biltrite soles in my size and width. The right boots counter is sown a tiny bit higher than the left. You can only tell by holding the 2 boots together and bring them to eye level and inspect them. I was pretty excited.

@0f556 2 жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel, Carl. Digging the vibe. Ordered a pair; it will be my second pair of Nicks. It'll be a long wait...

@roycelabor4339 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great review Carl! I'm a retired U.S. Army tanker vet (22 years) and my old tanker boots have "shrunk" in the closet and am really missing them. I'll definitely check out Nick's!

@sweetdrahthaar7951 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate every video you post for us Carl. 👍🏻

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Well I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment! You're awesome!

@alainorozco8032 2 жыл бұрын

I used your link to snag a pair in brown cxl. This will be first Nick’s boot, really excited about it. Thanks for the review!

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You’re gonna love them.

@krazmokramer 2 жыл бұрын

First Nick's boot I have considered buying! Nice job, Carl!

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool, thank you!!!

@matthewcartlidge3564 2 жыл бұрын

Nailed it on the hat. This is the day we’ve all been waiting for. Congrats!

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

At long last!

@sackman1886 9 ай бұрын

The CXL that Nicks uses is next level. I have brown CXL Robert boots. I've been wearing them 2-4 times/week for over 6 months, and they still look brand new. Incredible boots. The build in this video is insane! Love the black, but the sole option is (chef's kiss) perfect on this boot.

@alainorozco8032 Жыл бұрын

Finally here! The boots are fantastic and I can’t wait to beat the hell out of them. The moment I put them on, I got John Lofgren Engineer vibes. A bit tough to get on(not crazy tough), but once they’re on, a great fit and feel. I got them in the brown chromexcel.

@shadhutchison6578 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome looking boots!

@wyeastor 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered them! What an amazing boot, can't wait to get them on my feet!!!

@emmanuelawosusi3276 2 жыл бұрын

do they have the special sole

@wyeastor 2 жыл бұрын

They have the Biltrite Cat's Paw, they have the Tanker boot you can build but it doesn't have this option. You go to Collaborations tab and you will see the limited edition there.

@emmanuelawosusi3276 2 жыл бұрын

@@wyeastor thank you

@luisrios3446 2 жыл бұрын

Those boots look awesome!!

@marchveris 2 жыл бұрын

These are beautiful. My next boots will be this whenever that will be.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Well the CM configuration as you see it here is limited to 100 pairs, so better act fast!

@paulafigueroa1573 2 жыл бұрын

I loved 🥰 the segment, also those beautiful 🤩 boots 🥾 I just crave them. Thanks for your work. See you around in your videos.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

You can count on it!

@xc8487 Жыл бұрын

The 2-1-3 lacing for the BPs keeps your heel locked in while allowing more front flex.

@excessemail2344 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched so many damn boot videos, these POP!

@bipolargods509 2 жыл бұрын

I love Nick's! I'm totally biased because I live here in Spokane, but it's hard to compare the level of quality and craftsmanship. Even to White's, which I've owned a pair but wouldn't recommend, doesn't live up to what Nick's can do. Very privileged to have them in my backyard.

@a.l.newsome7395 2 жыл бұрын

Nice looking boots 🥾 Good video 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@scoopdedoop2673 2 жыл бұрын

tomorrow getting my Nicks urban loggers, ordered these from watching your vids. thanks

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

You’ll love them! Did you get the waxed flesh?

@scoopdedoop2673 2 жыл бұрын

@@CarlMurawski rough cut walnut, 8 "

@JoeArmo 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Carl! Been watching your channel for a while. Thank you for your insights! I saw these when I was searching for Cats Paw replacement soles for my White's MP Boots. Question: where can one find Biltrite's Cat Paw heels in a reproduction??????? You said that repros are out there? Also, I've been looking for high quality tankers boots for years. I am a former US Army Tanker. I lived in a series of tankers boots for years. I am ordering the Tankerpro - Nicks X Carl Murawski - Limited Editions right now. Pretty cool they names them after you!

@erickirn622 2 жыл бұрын

And here I am watching another Carl M. video while wearing my Nick's/Carl W. Bison limited edition boots!! $650.00 is a little steep, but you get what you pay for!! The wait time always kill me with a Nick's boot! 16 to 20 weeks.. How are your Bison's holding up Carl? Mine just get better with wear! They still don't match, but that gives them some character!! haha.

@ap3montes739 2 жыл бұрын

They look pretty cool. I'd like if they made like "half-boots" (I don't know how they are called in English, but it's like in-between a regular shoe and a boot). One with a leather sole would be great for drumming and general use.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, though I usually play drums barefoot or with wrestling shoes.

@lucaswhite3850 2 жыл бұрын

Snagged a pair. When I used your link they didnt give an option for the soles, only the leather choices. So hopefully they default to the cats paw sole shown here in the video. Awesome boots brother

@lucaswhite3850 2 жыл бұрын

@Lazlo King they will but wont see them for awhile yet

@jesusduarte1271 Жыл бұрын

Did you receive these boots yet?

@lucaswhite3850 Жыл бұрын

@@jesusduarte1271 I changed the order while back to a different style boot. So no

@jesusduarte1271 Жыл бұрын

@@lucaswhite3850 it already has been 8 months and no word yet. It does not even show up in my account but still have email receipts. I dont know anyone besides Carl who has gotten these boots.

@lucaswhite3850 Жыл бұрын

@@jesusduarte1271 I wouldn’t fear. Call the shop and ask the status. They are awesome people in the shop and customer service is always great in my experience.

@almog3875 2 жыл бұрын

Success! Hat mission is completed. Made me giggle every time you missed lol

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Finally!!! You know that’s not gonna happen again 😂

@TheSynchronizer 2 жыл бұрын

Just placed an order on these

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!

@user-MrKips 2 жыл бұрын

Dang, what an impressive take on the tanker boots! Lol but my budget won't allow me getting them. Got the Builder pros couple months back.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

The Builder Pros are fantastic!

@wyeastor 10 ай бұрын

So I have had the boots for seven months now. It took a long time to break them in. I would wear them for a short time then change. In the last month they have really become comfortable. This was my first pair of expensive boots and it was worth it. Now that they are broken in I would never go back to a cheaper boot. Also the comments I get from people is really surprising. Every time I wear them someone asks about them and tells me how they are a sharp looking boot.

@mikeogden5256 2 жыл бұрын

I love it

@xxflamezxx1able 2 жыл бұрын

Carl great video as always. These look so unique and amazing. I want to get my first pair of Nicks but I want a more casual / “Heritage” boot since I live in NYC, would you recommend the officer boot ? That’s the boot I’ve been looking at

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a nice sleek boot for sure. Walking the concrete jungle all day though, that heel can be a bit stiff. When I go to NYC for the day I’ll usually rock a wedge sole.

@df540148 2 жыл бұрын

Anything in their heritage lineup would do just fine. You can always switch up the sole so it's not a beefy V100. I'm pumped for my Roberts to arrive soon and I'm in an urban environment too.

@strengthandbulkMadness 2 жыл бұрын

The problem with Nick's is no half sole option and not too stylish; geared mostly for a work. I would go with White's instead. Something built with a Vibram 700 half sole or similar for the most comfort as well as heavily built.

@trendkill841 2 жыл бұрын

the most beautiful boot i have ever seen. I hate nicks full sole. I went with a pair of Iron rangers because of that. I really wanted a pair of nicks and now I can get one!

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

The half sole is a must have for any casual boot in my opinion!

@1mooseman 9 ай бұрын

Can you make a short video on how to put on tanker boots? It’s a little confusing with straps and buckles going everywhere. Thanks!

@_Hound_ 2 жыл бұрын

I've been thinking about these boots all day now, and am wondering how to style them. Maybe a dickies work shirt, but which kind of pants, and which colors of each?

@TommyNitro 2 жыл бұрын

Have you looked at JK boots? The O.T is one I’m interested in. 8 oz leather. But the mid sole is feathered at the ball of the foot to save weight and give some flexibility. I like the concept of lighter, more flexible hikers. I don’t like the cheap production of many of them. It seems a good compromise.

@roepetoepa Жыл бұрын

Are these made on the HNW last or the 55 last? Thinking of getting a pair of these and love your exact setup

@StolenAlias 2 жыл бұрын

My man, you need to do some shots of the boots on your feet. Please.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

I definitely neglected to get those. I never understood why people like to see those though. Does it help you kinda picture how they’ll look?

@StolenAlias 2 жыл бұрын

@@CarlMurawski yeah pretty much. For me at least. It helps to see how they sit when worn as well as what kind of pants they could go with.

@kevinvandevender9014 2 жыл бұрын

@@CarlMurawski I find that it does!

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

@@StolenAlias got it! I’ll make sure to include those in the future. Thanks for the help!

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinvandevender9014 cool, much appreciated!

@thayne559 2 жыл бұрын

Their site says its a limited 100 pair run. I have the Nick's Officer boot in the same leather and it does look really cool as it patina's

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Well this particular configuration is limited to 100 pairs.

@julianjuarez8874 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait :)

@michaeljohnston4167 2 жыл бұрын

Noooo way they did original cats paw!!!! That is awesome! Those soles in itself are worth getting the boots.... man im gonna have to refrain from ordering lol but boy do I want to pull the trigger 😂😥

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty damned cool right??

@MrMark-hm9lk Жыл бұрын

As a former 19k I really appreciate and love these boots

@nysoomin Жыл бұрын

Hi, Just wondering if you got these boots with a celastic or soft toe. Thanks!

@christopherdalley411 2 жыл бұрын

How do Nick's Tanker boots handle water? I've had Tony Lama, Lucchesse, and Anderson Bean and I work out doors a lot and after a number of rains the soles keep coming apart. So I'm looking to switch to this next boot. Help me out here, please.

@osbaldohernandez9174 Жыл бұрын

Im a welder and would like some in all black for work but also to wear in general and those boots are good but I struggle to find a size

@bigchungus920 2 жыл бұрын

My foot will probably still keep growing so I'll wait till I turn 18. Hopefully they keep this design but if not Nick's still has a vast selection to pick from

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

For sure!

@theunityofknowledge2887 2 жыл бұрын

Those are beautiful. God damn.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@richardodouglin3855 Ай бұрын

Hey I’d like to avoid heel slip. So I’m wondering if I should go with my normal lace up nicks boots size or go an extra half size down from that? What did you do for sizing? Did you go with your normal nicks lace up size?

@arghjayem 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone else wondering what these would look like in roughout leather? Or with a V100 sole instead? Basically a shorter Tanker Pro.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

That would be sweeeeeet

@sntmdsa3628 8 ай бұрын

Do tanker boots come in steel toe?

@carminuccio05 2 жыл бұрын

Carl what do you suggest for the color on these? I have an order in in black but so on the fence to change to British tan.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Well I’m not a huge fan of black boots to be fair, but I like the idea of these being teacore. Still, I think that British tan is damn fine!

@Darkotrip191 Жыл бұрын

I bought these 30 weeks ago, anybody else waiting on theirs?

@jesusduarte1271 Жыл бұрын

Same I notice they have a shortage of british tan leather

@puckbender 2 жыл бұрын

Dang, this video done made me buy a pair, lol

@justicebinder6544 2 жыл бұрын

If I hadn’t just bought a pair of thorogood wellingtons I’d think about it

@df540148 2 жыл бұрын

These are really badass! Limited on leather choices, but if the Black CXL is teacore, they could wear in really nice.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, I can’t wait until they begin to wear in. Definitely putting the miles in!!!

@creativename2655 2 жыл бұрын

im torn between 10inch and 8 inch tanker boots. whats your opinion and recommendation?

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Personally I prefer the 8" to the 10". You still get plenty of protection but they're easier to wear overall.

@thatguy0597 2 жыл бұрын

My friends call Corcoran tanker boots, “tactical goth boots” not as nice as the nick’s boots but they are great

@splashpit 2 жыл бұрын

I think they were actually “Jump Boots “ used for parachuting soldiers in WW2.

@ZiGGY636 2 жыл бұрын

@@splashpit Corcoran makes jump boots as well as tanker boots.

@splashpit 2 жыл бұрын

@@ZiGGY636 ok , thanks for the correction.

@mikeogden5256 2 жыл бұрын

High Quality Fashion

@Darkotrip191 Жыл бұрын

Just got mine in but there 10inch height instead a much more casual 8inch. Anyone else

@HARMAN7777 10 ай бұрын

❤

@CarlMurawski 10 ай бұрын

Hahahaha you're loving these things eh?

@dannycolemire2652 2 жыл бұрын

Could you or someone in this comment section please help? What work boot is best for standing on unlevel concrete all day? I'm having severe heel pain due to my weight being shifted to standing more towards my heel area do to unlevel concrete. Please 200 dollars or less thanks.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

I’d go with a decent wedge sole. You can find plenty from Red Wing, Danner, etc. to me they’re the best for standing on concrete all day.

@0f556 Жыл бұрын

Ordered these back in April. Nothing. Getting close to my cancel threshold.

@CarlMurawski Жыл бұрын

Have you reached out to Nicks? They're usually pretty good about product support.

@Darkotrip191 2 жыл бұрын

Was gonna buy the weisco mister Lou engineer but these made those look bland haha

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha well to be fair the Mister Lou’s are pretty badass too!

@radiationshepherd 2 жыл бұрын

Fxk I want these

@arthurbarrios888 2 жыл бұрын

Shame Nicks won’t do a half slip on their renegades. I’m surprised as whites and Wesco has been doing half slips for ever

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I think it just makes the whole look. Especially for casual boots! For work I’m a bigger proponent of full 100 lugs.

@mindfulbody3802 2 жыл бұрын

🤤

@ravenraven964 Жыл бұрын

A tank is youst a tractor whit armor

@saleemwaheed9956 2 жыл бұрын

All the items you review are amazing! So how are you helping me buy less? Your just making me lust after items,only a few will I ever touch! This is dam near pornography Carl!

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

I'd apologize, but I know you love it! lol

@MrHalfbreed1995 2 жыл бұрын

They’re only 8 inches. Sad day for tall boot lovers :(

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Well that’s still pretty tall compared to most 5-6” boots nowadays.

@MrHalfbreed1995 2 жыл бұрын

@@CarlMurawski Good point, I might be in the minority of people who only wear taller boots. I just wish there was an option to add an extra inch or two but I can understand why Nick’s isn’t doing that. Hopefully if they keep these in the catalog they’ll offer additional height options

@michaelalauriajr7997 2 жыл бұрын

You can order the regular MTO tanker boot in 10” although not sure if you’ll get the Cat’s Paw sole and heel.

@KateHikes1933 2 жыл бұрын

What's the point of such a tall heel on those other tanker boots? Seems unnecessary, uncomfortable, and requiring a complete change from natural walking style. Honest question.

@mrchrisroden 2 жыл бұрын

0:00 be honest, how many throws

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha that was the first! I’ve missed all of them until now 😆

@retiredgoon512 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone have $650 I can borrow??? 🤔

@ecp711 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting timing releasing these boots while Uncle Sam is paying back a bunch of interest free loans...

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

I carefully coordinated with the fed on these! lol

@FluxedState 2 жыл бұрын

Big S&M vibe with these.

@k.b.o.7514 2 жыл бұрын

Like the gimp in Zed's cellar?

@jca66 2 жыл бұрын

I do not recommend these for anyone around sparks/slag/metal shavings. They will catch everything in the uppers because they stick up.

@CarlMurawski 2 жыл бұрын

Well if you’re doing a lot of welding it makes sense to wear metatarsal guards.

@jca66 2 жыл бұрын

@@CarlMurawski you can’t have a metatarsal guard with this style though. I wish nicks would make an engineer/ ranch style hybrid boot. Btw 99% of legit welders use laceless boots. They do not use metatarsal guards.