I've had Redwing for years. Several pairs as I walk about 20,000 steps a day. I will continue to buy them. They stay pretty comfortable for years but of course changing the insoles regularly.

This man consistently helps me decide what to buy. There’s no better proof of quality than these tests

4:52 Dry Traction (lbs) 6:24 Wet Traction (lbs) 9:13 Bottom of Boot Strength (lbs) 10:22 16-Penny Nail Pressure to Puncture Sole (lbs) 11:21 16-Penny Nail Pressure to Puncture Top of Boot (lbs) 12:21 Subjective Outer Sole Heat Exposure Rating 15:26 Maximum Weight While Maintaining 1/2 Inch Gap (lbs) 17:04 Electrical Protection (volts) 18:50 Subjective "Pointed Object" Protection 19:01 Subjective "Natural Walking Motion" 19:13 Subjective "Sole Padding" 19:19 Subjective "Overall Padding" 19:28 Overall Comfort Rating 19:35 Overall Rating

I've had the same 2 pairs of Redwings for over 15 years now. I maintain them every year and they have outlasted every boot and shoe I've ever owned. You might pay more upfront, but for that kind of quality, you actually save money in the long run.

Quick tip; If you'll be spending a lot of time on ladders, get boots with a steel shank. They'll keep your arches from aching. Great review !

This video basically sums up why I love Red Wing. I went from $50-$150 work boots every few months to a pair of Red Wings that have lasted several years. The comfort difference is just an added bonus.

I learned about Redwing boots when I worked on the fire line for the forest service back in the mid '60s. Now I am just on my second pair. Quite economical. The Redwing store resoled my first pair several times, and I replaced the insole, but they were still good for 40 years. The only time I wear cheap boots is when welding. Next time I need to replace those boots, I'm definitely going to look at the Black Hammer. Thank you for all your work and creativity.

For me it’s always been Red Wing. Great customer service too if you can find an outlet.

I worked in a factory over a decade and Red Wings became my go to after having to replace cheaper boots frequently. More expensive but this is one of those "You get what you pay for" situations.

REDWING PERIOD!! And before I forget absolutely awesome review as usual. For longevity it's Redwing hands-down. I've got a pair that I've worn for thousands of hours of hard physical labor and they just gave out this year they're about 18 years old. I have worn many brands up until about 15 years ago. I wear nothing but Redwing now. I don't mean to sound like a fanboy I'm just simply saying they're the best for a reason. Spend the $300 today and don't even think about needing to buy another pair for over a decade easy. You'll have to get new insoles and you'll have to replace the shoelaces once or twice a year if you wear them like I did. Also use mink oil to keep them highly water resistant if not waterproof. I am very very hard on boots. Most don't make it six months. Like I said these made it 18 years.

Hey guys I have 25 years of wearing steel toe boots outside at a lumber yard and I've tried Carolina's, Herman survivors and a few other off brands but once I tried RedWing I never wore another brand. By far the best boot brand I've ever owned. I went through four pairs of Red Wings. And I love that they're made in the USA.

I'm not sure what I'm more impressed by: The fact that you make these objective comparison videos, or how you manage to make these and still read/respond to nearly every comment on every video you make. You sir deserve a commitment award

I built Red Wing boots for 9 years. I was a floating operator so I did all processes in 2 departments. They are Very good boots made with care in my home Town of Red Wing MN. The cost more but if you take care of them they will far outlast other brands. 😉👍 Great video as always.

The Redwing boots you tested I've been buying for 20 years. As a heavy machinist they are the only boots that will last 2+ years walking in coolent, deep oil, and hot razer sharp metal chips. Redwing referrers to the sole as 2.0 and is amazing. Don't cheap out and buy lesser boots. Buy the best and buy Redwing.

I am a truck driver at Neo industries. We handle steel Mill rolling pins. The job is hectic on boots. The timberland gravel pit was my main boot. I love the way the boot looks, but they don’t last. I went through 4 pair. They last about 6 months and the seem fails where the boot bends when you walk. All 4 had the same failure. I decided to try redwing. The Brnr Xp to be exact. They are flawless. I’ve had them for over 2 years now of rugged wear and they have maintained perfectly. Excellent boot.

The most informative channel on KZfaq. Matterhorn comp toe work boots (C102494) are the best I've ever had in my feet. I have a pair that is currently 22yrs old and still going. Added rubber coating to the toe a few years back because of a hole in the leather and replaced the insole. Gonna have them resoled soon.

Thanks for adding the Redwings. The pair you tested are the same ones I wear welding. I usually get from 4 to 6 years out of them on concrete and sharp objects. I only had 1 pair fail when I punctured a hole through the sole. Redwing gave me a new pair, no questions asked. 10 hrs a day on my feet and still the best boots.

The other day I restored my headlight housing based off your video, went with the sylvania restore kit and I know for a 100 percent fact that your test are as legit as they get. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to us viewers

I just bought Reebok RB4131 composite toe high tops and I gotta say they are the most comfortable work boot/shoe I've ever worn. These are my first "work shoe" I used to always wear boots but with back and knee injuries I've always had problems with pain by end of day, now I have no issues and they are waterproof and corrosive resistant and anti slip, anti shock, ASTM- F2413. Only $93 too.

Great test! I have been an industrial electrical contractor for over 30 years. Redwing by far have been my favorite as well as Keen. The EH (Electrical Hazard Rating) that you refer to is an ASTM standard of 600 volts or less in dry conditions. You far exceeded this test.

My father has worn the Redwings for 50 years. He was an electrician at a Phosphate and Acid production mine for 40 years and that was the only boot he wore there. He's still wearing his last pair he bought and he's been retired for nearly 15 years. Always appreciate the effort you put into trying out and comparing the items in your projects.

Longevity is really important when considering the cost. I used to buy ~$50 Brahma boots every 4 months or so. My first pair of redwings was around $250, and they lasted around 18 months of hard wearing in a junkyard, and still looked better than 3-4 month old Brahma boots. When you add up the price for all the cheap boots to last as long, suddenly the price of good boots looks a lot better. That plus the extra comfort of the nicer boots makes it a no brainer option for me these days. Fantastic work as always! I'd really love to see you get your hands on some nice handmade boots like Nick's

I own a lawn service in Florida and during the Summer it doesn't matter if I buy expensive Redwings or the Brahmas from Walmart. Couple months of going through puddles and getting covered in grass and mud. They're no longer waterproof pretty worn out and end up in the trash so I just buy the cheap Walmart boots. I feel better throwing away $25-$30 every couple months rather than $250-$300 can't deny Redwing makes some amazingly comfy and nice looking boots though.

Bought a pair of Redwings a couple years ago, I'm 55 and these will be the last boots I will ever need. They are as comfortable as my tennis shoes, and worth every penny. They keep my toes warm in the winter. Wish you could have tested that feature. Thanks for the review.

Over the past 25 years of wearing work boots every work day, I have tried well over a dozen different brands. I stopped trying different ones when I found my redwings. For me they offer the best combination of comfort, durability and longevity. They were the only brand I found that I wear for much more than a year without them blowing out, breaking down or just flat becoming miserably uncomfortable.

Excellent review as always. I'm retired now, but, I was an auto mechanic straight outta high school. I walked on average 9 miles a day according to a pedometer I hooked onto my belt for a while, and all of it was on concrete. And my feet hurt the entire time. I sure wish all of this information was available when I was just getting started. I hope you younglings understand what an invaluable guide you are receiving here. Living in pain, day in and day out for decades really sucks. Thank you, Todd.

I have a pair of Redback steel toe, chelsea style boots (Easy Escape?) that I've been wearing a few years now. I really abused them working in construction and they're still holding up very well! I don't think the elastic has stretched much, if any. They are still quite comfortable, but I changed the insoles to Form Insoles when I first got them. Despite trying some Dr. Martins in a similar style, I went back to my Redbacks. I'm about to put them back to work when I start home inspection. I actually bought them after watching a Rose Anvil video where he cut them in half and dissected them. I'm glad there are people on KZfaq doing these things because it is very valuable info and I'm sure it helps a lot of people make informed decisions about their purchases! Nice job!

I am a redwing guy all the way. I work in concrete and have tried a ton of different boots because spending $250 on a pair of boots that you are going to be extremely hard on is very hard to do. I've been using redwings for 20 years now and i usually get a good full year out of them but by the end of the second year it's definitely time for a new pair. When you are on your feet all day long you need an excellent pair of boots. Redwings are the way to go. Way to go on the video! Keep up the fantastic videos. We all love them

As an Ironworker I put a lot of wear and tear on my boots. If you did another showdown with Wedge sole boots including brands like Danner, red wings, thorogood, and Irish setter I would love to see how they stand up to each other. From my previous experience danners don't last as long, but I'm not certain how you could test longevity in a controlled way. Thanks for all the amazing content!

I wore the Redwing Style 2406 that you feature in this video while I worked at an aluminum extrusion plant in Corona, Ca. They saved my foot when it got caught in a hydraulic lift. The steel toe kept my toes from being crushed and helped hold the steel plate from breaking all my metatarsal’s. Overall damage was one broken metatarsal, damaged tendons, and severe bruising. Great quality boots, I’d recommend them to anyone.

i’m from minnesota!! i hav always worn Redwings!! i will never buy a cheap pair of boots!! your videos are amazing!! thank you

If you wanted a follow-up video, you may be able to test longevity in some ways. You could measure how much of the sole is worn away by sliding the boot around on an abrasive surface with an added weight, or flex the soles/uppers a number of times or directions until the materials fail. I suppose that wouldn't account for variations in environment, but it would be a start. Thanks for this video, Project Farm!

Todd, I worked 30 years in a power plant. I wore nothing but Red Wings and only had to buy 2 pairs my whole career. I did have to replace the soles a few times in both pairs but the rest of boot held up great. If you buy good boots, they'll take care of your feet. Great content and channel!

As someone who has been in the trades for around 20yrs, and wears safety boots everyday for work, this is an area I don't cheap out on. I have bought cheap boots before, and I am usually lucky if they last a year. But if I spend more, the invest pays off, and they last a lot longer. I usually spend about $250-$300 CAD on my boots, and they will last me at least 5 years of hard use. To me, they are in investment. Thanks for the informative video once again, Todd 👍

Love my steel blue southern cross boots, but it's nice to see that there are better options available for less, main reason I'd stick with the steel blue's is the zip on the side and the heel cut out for driving

I used to work in the red wing shoes boot factory in Red Wing, MN

I’ve got a 30 yr old pair of Redwings. Still in good shape. Just have to keep them oiled. Quality always trumps cheap when you figure the mileage. Thanks for the review, well done.

This channel offers a true value and confidence in how each item and test were performed. No sponsorship keeps it honest.

Love my redwings, and they're made locally. Between them and my Occidental Leather bags, I'm one comfy ass framer.

I've been wearing the Reebok in an 8" boot for several years. After 3 pair, I can say that they are the most comfortable boot, out of the box, that I have ever owned. Several coworkers are now wearing them also. One has a bone spur on his heel that really had him in a bad way. The comfort of the Reeboks have helped him out a bunch. I have had the Tan and the Coyote Brown and like the darker one because it looks cleaner longer. They are all still servicable, just dirty and because of the suede outer surface are near impossible to keep new looking. The grip and comfort are all I need to know about these boots! Great video, as usual!

The lengths you go through testing is epic. You are a superstar on KZfaq and should have a minimum of 10 million subscribers. The best channel on KZfaq hands down.

I used to get those same Brahma boots about every 4 months. They are actually pretty comfortable with a Dr. Scholls insert. I recently switched to Wolverine boots, they are much more comfortable without any insert and have already lasted longer than any pair of Brahmas I ever owned. Thanks for you content!

Love this channel, it’s like Mr.Rodgers for adults. Keep the videos coming!

I've been wearing the Reebok zip ups for over 10 years ..they were originally made by converse. They are the most comfortable boots I've ever worn, nice ball of gell sewn into the inside under the heel..so much cushion. Grip well and easy on off. Love them

As for longevity, my Redwings go back to the early 1990's! They probably should be re-soled, but they are still in great shape. Best wear and comfort for the money I've ever spent.

Been wearing USA made Thorogoods or USA made Redwings for years. Love them. Nice to have a local boot shop to re sole them

I personally just picked up a pair of Red backs after having a pair of Blundstone work boots and have to say they are amazing, One thing to note is the lack of time it takes to put on the red backs compared to the other boots being a slip on in my work environment is essential as in certain situations I have to put my work boots on and run as in as fast as possible. Another point of the slip ons is in environment where your working with combustible liquids and hot surfaces a major plus of being a slip on is that in the event they caught fire you can easily get them off and not suffer burns to your feet and legs. I know from experience. Great video!

While I was working as a paramedic I had a pair of Redwing boots that lasted well over 10 years ( I did have to have them resoled several times ). During that time they were exposed to just about every harsh condition you can imagine and never let me down. The only reason that they didn't last longer is that they got contaminated in hazmat incident and I was unable to decontaminate them so they were given to the hazmat cleanup team (they did buy me a new pair of Redwings, that that was OK with me).The only downside I ever found with the boots is that needed to treat them with snowseal to keep then water repellant during the winter. They are by far the best work boots that I ever used, yes they are expensive but you get what you pay for.

I've been wearing Red Wings for years and just swapped to Reeboks a few months ago and found the Reeboks to be more comfortable because of my extremely wide feet. It's nice to know that they are at the top in most of the objective categories too.

I was first introduced to Steel Blue boots when I worked for a mining company and went on a business trip to visit with mining sites in Australia. All the mining supply stores carried walls of Steel Blue boots, I bought a pair & wore them every day for over 5 years before they wore out. (Office guy, but lots of time in the field). I absolutely love steel blue, they are the most comfortable, toughest boots on the market! I recommend them to everyone

Would love to see more hiking boots/shoes/ work shoe videos from you!

I'm using the Timberland Pro 6inch and they are soooooo comfy, standing on concrete all day long and my feet still feel great!

A durometer test of the rubber, thickness measurement of the leather, and cross section of the construction would be very interesting data. Much love Todd, thanks for putting in so much effort to make the most amazing product testing videos in the world

I'm from Red Wing. I've been wearing Red Wing Boots most of my life. Nice vid.

Black Hammer boots are excellent. Good bang for your buck. The only problem I have found is that they are rather high up the ankle to be comfortable when working kneeling or crouching. I wear TQGOLD shoe style for most work, they have a steel toecap and a Kevlar sole. They are comfortable enough to wear as ordinary outdoor show although they a a bit wide for driving.

I have cheap Sketchers composite toe boot and love the comfort. Another unbelievably fantastic test video, as usual!

You are the best reviewer in You Tube. Direct to the point of what consumers need to know. No clowning around, very knowledgeable always the precise equipment to test the product. Thank you so much.

I've had my Red Wing's for a little over 3 years now and they're holding up great. If you can get over the sticker shock, they are really great boots.

Great vids man!! Im looking for a winter work boot video. Hope you can make one soon

I think this video helped me pick my next pair of boots! I’d love to see a video on rain boots too because there’s definitely a wide variety in qualities. I’d like to nominate the xtratuff 15inch legacy fishing boot (both in insulated and non insulated) as my top pick.

Love to see more boot tests. Anvil Rose makes some great videos on boots and their construction if people want more boot videos. Been a Red Wings fan for the last 15 years, and glad to see they're performing well. Be kind to your feet, and your joints will thank you as you get older.

I’ve been wearing Red Wings every day for 3 years now. They are the best boots I’ve ever owned. I’ve been through so many cheap brands including the Walmart Brahama’s before investing in a good pair of red wings. Highly recommend. Buy nice or buy it twice. My dad always said, don’t cheap out on shoes, mattresses, underwear.

Red Wing are the ticket. Specifically Red Wing Pecos boots, which I have been wearing for over 25 years now. On my 4th pair, you can do the math but that's well over half a decade per pair, first pair was only replaced because I outgrew them, third pair got a bad gash on the toe from barbed wire and were not repairable, although I did wear them for another 6 months running duck tape over the gash until I got around to a Red Wing store. The second pair I had lasted over 11 years. This is wearing them nearly every day, most days working them hard for 10-12 hours through brush, cactus, gravel, dirt, mud, cow manure, rain/wet, occasional concrete dust, etc. Clean them up when they need it and add some leather cream if they look dry. And they are made in the USA.

MIG Spatter, Weld Slag or even worse a small drop of Molten Metal would be a good test as well! I have a few chunks of slag stuck in the bottom of the cheap steel toe sneakers i had before i got proper leather boots, and the top plastic mesh got all burnt from MIG Spatter.

The carrot analogy is great. I don't know why, but "the carrots are getting nervous" totally cracked me up! 🤣

My dad wore Redwings throughout his career as a mechanic/manager. He rarely has back pain now at 70, but he did have a knee replacement about 15 years ago. I only remember him buying a new pair about 3 times from 1986 to 2019. So I'd say for longevity, the Redwings will give you up to 10 years. He chose them because he has narrow feet, and they were the only brand that was comfortable and had that option.

Awesome! How about testing various military boots? Belleville, Bates, etc….

Great video! Thank you for the testing. I am partial to my red wings. I have often wondered how Mason Safety boots compare. Thanks. All the best, Chuck

One way to improve cheaper boots or shoes is to buy a quality insole for $20. You'd be surprised how much of a difference it makes in comfort and fit. Great video, as always. 💪

I have the shorter version of the Redwing you have here. I have been working in boots for over 20 years, and the $200+ boots are worth it! Redwing will have to go out of business before I stop buying them. Most comfortable, last forever, almost zero break in time, and the local store customer service is top notch! Great video. Your results prove my experience!

Perfect timing.. I am going to be purchasing new boots this month. Redwings will be in my future thanks to you!

I can't can believe how much you've blow up over the years, consistent, though and thoughtful reviews. I remember getting recommended your seafoam video like 5? years ago and being intrigued by your methodical approach and application of the scientific principle every chance you could, conscious decision or not. Here we all are nearly 3m subs and cousin eddy still is an underappreciated rock star. Seriously though man, I'm no one in the grand scheme of things but I'm still super happy everytime recommend you in conversation. So, if no one has told you lately, thanks Todd. :)

Great to see some new boots tested! I'd like to see you test some more of those "work sneakers" that look like regular ones but have toe protection and claim slip resistance. They look like they would be super comfortable to work in, but I've never given them a chance.

I've been wearing RedWing boots the past 2 or 3 years, they're wonderful boots, except the break in period can be quite long depending on the boot style. I've done maybe 6-10 million steps in one pair so far. One benefit of the redwing boots is that they offer a resole and refresh program for the non waterproof/insulated versions of them for less than half the cost of a new boot, with the same sole you get when you buy them new. Great testing! Glad to see there are some good value options out there as well!

Red Wing boots are my go-to. It took over 5 years, but I walked right through the sole on my first pair and they were still pretty comfortable. They sell Irish Setter boots at most Red Wing stores, I have a pair without steel toes and they are comfortable, warm and all around great. Great video, I really got into this one!!

I was a Heavy Duty diesel mech and a tow truck driver, I had a single pair of redbacks last me over 4 years, would have lasted longer but got a small slice in the leather near the toes and allowed water in, while they aren’t particularly waterproof due to the elastic, loosing the bit of waterproof I did have was enough to get a second pair…I’m onto these ones now for almost 4 years now as well…

Red wing is my go to. I've had boots in the $50-$125 range and they all lasted 6-9 months. My first pair of redwings (~$225) lasted 2 years before the toes wore out so they were no longer water resistant. I've had a different brand that was about $200 and they lasted almost 2 years but were never as comfortable as the redwings.

As an Aussie raised on a farm, I quickly learned to appreciate a good work boot. The pair I remember most fondly was a Redback pair, so it’s nice to see them show up here.

Working in wet ditches and excavations all day the redwings are great for being in a few inches of water and mud all day and keeping dry feet! I used to buy caterpillar boots but the exact make they discontinued and I switched the the redwing2412s and never looked back. Wear them right down to -20 in the winter and i am still comfortable!

I used to buy a new pair of boots every 6 - 8 months. A coworker suggested that I spend a bit more money and buy some Red Wings. They last me 3 - 4 years, I would have been excited if they lasted 1 - 2 years. Thanks for another great video!

Loving this new content on work wear / jeans / boots etc.

Love your videos man, always informative and have helped me learn about brands I've never tried or given a chance to before. A small caveat for anyone thinking of getting Red Wings after this video, most of their standard safety shoes are now made over seas and neither my coworkers or me have had them last more than 6 months at best with even regular daily shoe use since they changed years back (before the change my previous pair lasted 4.5 years of work use with proper care), and only the heritage line is made in the US still. For their heritage shoes the ones that use the "Rough & Tough" leather is the same type of leather that Timberlands uses for example, nubuck leather which isn't bad, it has a feeling of suede but is stronger it's just not anything special over what many other brands use and NONE of Red Wings are vegetable tanned only oil (chrome) tanned leather which might matter for some people paying $250-300+ for a pair of leather boots since vegetable is the traditional way and seen as a higher quality in an artisan sense BUT not a lesser leather in terms of protection from anything I've ever seen or saw proof of. For the heritage line Red Wings do work their own leather in Minnesota BUT they come in the wet blue state from the same sources that other shoes brands also buy, not super uncommon but they don't perform the full tanning process so I'm mainly just clearing that info. TLDR: Red Wings are good high end boots but ONLY if you get the heritage line if not their standard boots just don't last long enough to justify a 65-150+ price tag anymore. From my experience if you don't want or can't afford the heritage lines I would recommend you get another high quality brand of similar cost to their standard boots.

Thank you for your videos. My mother bought me the most expensive boots Red Wing offered with steel metatarsal guard and steel sole plate when I started my first construction job. That was over ten years ago and those boots are still kicking, no pun intended. It's nice to see that those boots were worth the cost she paid. I've cherished those boots and seeing this makes me love them even more.

Longevity is one of those difficult tests to perform. Here's my own personal take on Red Wing at least. I served as a missionary from 1982-1984 and I bought 2 pairs of Red Wing shoes, not the boots but they have the same build quality in my opinion. I was walking every day and they withstood all that in great comfort, some very wet conditions too (I was in Colombia). I continued to wear them after getting home. Because I liked them so well I bought another pair. I am still wearing them today, 39 years later. I wear them once a week so they don't get as much wear and tear but they still look like new. Very good quality even though they are quite pricey.

I like my Red Wing boots, very comfortable. If you go to one of their retail stores they can 3D scan your feet, and have you walk back and forth on a pressure pad to measure your feet. It will tell the size you need, and they will even email the results to you.

My last pair of workbooks where those redwings and they lasted for 3 years of 5 day per week outdoor use until the soles wore down too much. They can be resoled but I haven't gotten that done yet and the leather is still good too. The only thing I did to the leather was apply sno seal to them the last two winters. They definitely are very high quality boots

I've been a professional field Geologist for 45 years; the most important piece of gear a Geologist can have is their boots. I've worn Red Wings my whole life from the Atacama Desert of Chile to the ice fields (with crampons) in Alaska. They have never let me down. They saved my ankles in a rock slide, and have extraordinary grip on rubbley slopes. I put a layer of epoxy on the toe uppers to reduce wear and cutting from sharp rocks (mainly limestone). They have Vibram soles Norwegian welt so can be re-soled, and the soles extend beyond the uppers which reduces abrasion and cutting there. I bring all this up because they are design considerations which are difficult to test. Thanks for your channel. I always look forward to your next program.

Thanks for testing these boots! Makes me feel good about my past purchases of Reebok and Red Wing. My job requires a non conductive toe, like the composites, so it's good to see that the boots are up to safety standards.

Great info! One thing you didn’t test was water resistances. I got my redwings because they were the only ones to keep my feet dry in standing water. Thank you again for the great content!!!!!!!

Nice job. Many, many years ago, I purchased redwing boots with the idea of, if I lost a day of labor because of shoes , the redwing boots would pay for themselves. They lasted many years ... I stepped on a 1/2 piece of steel that just had been welded on... the final end to those boots. Lol out the side of the scope of great boots. Nice video!

My expensive Timberland boot's soles disintegrated sitting in an indoor closet. I wore them once.

I guess i need to Start boot shopping now

Thank you so much for a part two to this project 🙌🏽

PUT COWBOY BOOTS TO THE TEST!! I've been in the commercial construction industry for nearly 20 years and I usually purchase boots under the $100 price range, and they only last me about 6-8 months. About 6 years ago I bought my first pair of cowboy boots that were Justin brand. I got about 3 years of use out of them before the bottom tread at the ball of my foot, completely ripped apart width ways. Now I have a pair of Ariat boots that I've been working in for over 2 years and so far they are the best boot I've ever purchased!!

I ordered the Larnmern boots on a whim cause they were 60 bucks and wasn't disappointed. They are lightweight, I added some waterproofed and at about 2 months in I replaced the insoles. Other than that about 8 months later, they are still going strong and the padding and weight of the shoe make them comfortable for 10 hour days. It's good to see them do well in these tests.

😊used Redwings for years until I discovered they’re made in China and other countries’ used Carolinas until they stopped making the model I used! Went to Thorough Goods made in USA great boots

Great review, as always. We get a significant discount on work boots (45% for the red wings). I always choose the same model red wing you tested. The oil test after a few 8-hour shifts would be significantly improved. These red wing boots are incredibly comfortable. I get an annual boot allowance, but these last me around 5 years. I walk about 8k-11k steps per day on concrete floors. The work environment is very oily. They hold up amazingly when treated with snow seal. The biggest flaw with the red wing is the break-in period. The first two weeks wearing these boots is miserable. After that, they're perfect. I wear these boots every day, even on weekends. I'll gladly pay $150 out of pocket for these every 5 years. Wear them until the soles fall off or split.

Love your videos. Very concise and informative. I'm curious though about how you choose what brands you test? I've been wearing work boots for 35 years nearly every day and I have never heard of many of the brands you tested. Personally I would like to see the common brands one would find at the big box stores in the US and the mom and pop work wear stores. Personally, I always buy American made boots. Thoroughgoods are my go to but I also wear Redwings, Carolinas and Danners.. Keep up the good work! Thanks

I am in year 3 with the Red Wings. They are still holding together very well, and are still as comfortable as any shoes or boots I've every owned.

I spent many years in a construction oriented position. I went through alot of boots over the years. 1 thing I concluded is that a quality boot is 1 of the most important tools I used. Of all the boots over 25 years I had, I can say the Chippewa 25220 boots were the most comfortable and were equally durable to any other boot I found. I would not hesitate to purchase another pair. I still have the last pair I bought even though I've retired, they still get worn around the acreage on occasion.