I have a pair of the AE Higgins Mill with Dainite and they are awesome. AE offers sales periodically and if you wait, you can pick them up for about $300. I even have the one with the commando type sole that I picked up for $270.
@rickdelmonte16822 жыл бұрын
I've had my Higgins Mill for three years now. Very soft and comfortable leather uppers. The leather lining makes the interior smoother and more comfortable than an Iron Ranger. A great casual use leather boot that you can fly in (no steel shank). The Iron Ranger in comparison is a more rugged work boot, with thicker leather, and much stronger stitching. I Love both of them, and happy I got them both on sale.
@nearly-blindbrian83722 жыл бұрын
I have Allen Edmonds dress shoes and I love them.. Some I have had almost 30 years and they still look like new and are uber comfortable. I would suggest going to an Allen Edmonds store to get purely fitted, it's nice to know you are getting the exact size and width that will make the shoe the most comfortable le. Plus, Allen edmonds offers re-construction services where they take the shoe, replace the sole and do any work needed to the shoe..
@cmiller7299 Жыл бұрын
Another guy here with both the AE Higgins Mill and a GS Diesel. I love both, but if I'm on my feet all day or traveling, Higgins Mill hands down. It's lighter and more comfortable (the GS is surely built more rugged, but I'm not doing hard labor) and the wood shank is clutch at the airport. Being TSA pre-check yet forgetting you have a steel shanked boot on is especially annoying. The Higgins is also that perfect middle ground between dress and work boot.
@gjsteinke2 жыл бұрын
Allen Edmonds does a great job re-crafting a majority of the shoes that they sell. This includes styles that are discontinued. Making them, over time, the better deal.
@stevenjm122 жыл бұрын
Cobblers do the same
@badbimr2 жыл бұрын
I paid $190 (no not seconds) for my AE Higgens Mill on FleaBay (brand new) in Natural Chromexcel with Dainite soles. I have been wearing them almost everyday, sometimes for 10+ hours a day and they are beyond awesome. I also have a pair of AE Alpine with the Vibram Arctic Grip Rubber Sole, the grip on snow and ice is amazing. Although the Grant Stone look great at the end of the day I will pas and buy the AEs on sale or even seconds and support an American employee.
@prplhze20004 ай бұрын
I've 7 pairs of Higgins Mills. My CXL's have survived the ultimate test - The French Quarter - more than once. Got two pairs in shell and look great. They are very comfortable. I wear an E, which many boot manufacturers do not offer.
@deepstarsix2 жыл бұрын
I think you've brought up a point that I don't believe other boot-tubers have mentioned; the Grant Stone Diesel boot is extremely similar looking to the Allen Edmonds' Higgins Mill boot. Similar enough that it's not really practical for most people to own both. But since you are BootSpy, I could see for the sake future comparisons and reviews keeping a Higgins Mill around, maybe return that one and get a different colour? If not, maybe perhaps then the Landon Cap-Toe boot instead? I personally think the Higgins Mill is a more elegant version of the Diesel Boot, the lighter weight, lack of a leather midsole, less stitching, wooden shank, smaller eyelets etc. I think the Higgins Mill is a shoe-in (no pun intended) for dress-casual offices. I think it can reach above jeans and perhaps enter the realm of slacks and other dress pants wear. The Diesel on the other hand is like a more rugged version of the Higgins Mill, heavier, thicker leather, mid leather sole, more stitching, metal shank, bolder eyelets etc. Works well with jeans, can pull off dress-casual offices as well, but I don't think it can quite leave the realm of jeans. Then again, I knew a guy who wore Iron Rangers with khakis in the office 5 days a week, so maybe I'm over analyzing this.
@thatxonexguy54382 жыл бұрын
I agree they look pretty similar. Only difference is Higgins Mill has a storm welt Tbh Considering AE shoes are made in the USA, I'd rather spend the couple extra bucks instead of buying chinese goods. Funny thing is, AE is technically cheaper too Consider they have sales almost 24/7.
@aradoran2 жыл бұрын
I think Stridewise did a comparison boot quite a while ago with the Alden indie, Higgins Mill, and Diesel. IIRC the Higgins Mill came out on top as best all around. My takeaway from that video is the Alden has a less versatile style, high price, boot cool back story. The Diesel is definitely a quality build, but looks slightly more rugged, and a better value. Just not US made. I’m not sure why Grant Stone doesn’t sell the Edward in more options. It looks nicer IMO.
@gurbirgill17172 жыл бұрын
@deepstarsix. I loved your comment. You are to the point. 30 seconds read and know everything that I need to know about these boots.
@nickbaldi5198 Жыл бұрын
Bought the Allen Edmonds for $350 on sale, my first nice boot purchase of any kind ever. I was happy they had E width in stock. Looking forward to getting them hopefully Friday!
@aradoran2 жыл бұрын
Allen Edmonds seems to have sales pretty regularly. At the sale price I think the Higgins Mill is a good boot. I wouldn’t pay full retail though. I purchased the Higgins Mill a couple months back and have been wearing it 2-3 times a week. Really like it. Really comfortable. Love the suede tongue and the tongue stay loop. I think it fills the dress/casual spot nicely. Does it need triple stitching for light duty? Time will tell. Send it back or not? For me I like having variety in my closet, trying the different brands. Since most of the Higgins Mill are chromexcel I made the decision to let this model be my brown CXL boot. There are so many other options in the Grant Stone Diesel that I’ll pick a more unique leather when I go buy the Diesel boot.
@frankrizzo71852 жыл бұрын
I have has my Higgins Mill boots for 4 years and love them. The Grant Stones look very similar, possibly they are slightly ‘better’ but either would be great. I have a pair of grant stone chukkas and I am a big fan of the company and their build and quality. GS does not cut corners by using fiberboard heels or heel counters for example). I would rather support US workers but at least GS is a very ethical company and the components are US or globally sourced. Rose Anvil on youtube cut a grant stone boot in half and it is built beautifully. All that said my higgins mills are probably my favorite boots. Very good review, thank you.
@DogStar842 жыл бұрын
Higgins Mill is my go to everyday boot. I have Whites and Redwings. But the Allen’s are so comfy and just easier to throw on In a hurry. Broke in great and I think go with more. The others r too rugged looking with some outfits. Only complaint is laces stink. Also, half off price all the time so just be patient.
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
i got my higgins mill for 218. it was 311 and another 30% off. far better deal than the grant stone. i also got the alpine cap toe for 149 and the ranger boot for 149. both retail for 445.
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
about the laces. i replace the laces with leather laces from lacelab. it matches the leather of the boot perfect. never wears out and stays clean. i also use leather laces on the white leather sneakers. ( all my shoes now, boots, sneakers, high top, just not the dress shoes.) leather laces are far superior.
@aradoran2 жыл бұрын
Yep I agree. They’re such an easy go-to for office casual.
@d05wtt Жыл бұрын
Unlike other shoe/boot brands, Allen Edmonds has regular discounts/sales. I have never paid full price for any of my AE shoes/boots. Anyone reading the comments, undecided on whether to purchase a pair of Higgins Mills, if you’re near a store, go and try on a pair. They are one of my most comfortable pair of boots I own and I have quite a few from different brands. I like them so much that I have 3 pairs of HMs and will be getting my 4th at the shell cordovan trunk show in a couple weeks.
@Ray03595 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this comment. I’ll definitely be looking out for a sale now. And luckily there’s a store not too far away as well! Should I expect they do Black Friday/holiday sales?
@d05wtt Жыл бұрын
@@Ray03595 Yeah, there are all sorts of discounts. If you’re a first time buyer of AE footwear, you may get a discount. If you’re a member of their frequent buyer’s club, you may get discounts from time to time. Black Friday’s,Thanksgiving, X’mas…discounts. You just have to be patient.
@jasonn479810 ай бұрын
The AllenEdmonds looks way better the toe looks much nicer and the sole is shaped better Allen Edmonds are the best out there.
@fessendenful3 ай бұрын
I own 5 pair of AE including some newer Higgins Mills. I paid $159 for Factory seconds with a Military discount. I have no regrets and am enjoying the break in, however, if I had $500, I would 100% pick up some Truman Boots.
@NewEnglandCGL Жыл бұрын
Would you say AE and Thursday boots sizing is similar…would an 11 Higgins Mill be same as an 11 Thursday Captain?
@bossman47992 жыл бұрын
I just checked on AE's site and you can get seconds of these for $300 or less in case anyone was wondering.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@albertoclonado2 жыл бұрын
They often have huge sales, probably around October as well.
@waterfordrs226 ай бұрын
I personally preferred the look of the Higgins Mill. Thought they had a finer shape, wouldn’t miss the steel toe. They can be bought in sale from time to time.
@Piki18092 жыл бұрын
Excellent review as usual,by the way keep the Edmonds let go of Diesels.With all do respect,Allen Edmonds are superior !
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
they are superior, plus much cheaper. i paid 218 for my higgins mill, and not even factory second.
@johnet228 ай бұрын
The problem I have with Chinese boots is the lack of integrity that comes with them. They are masters of deception, whether it's point blank lying about the materials they use or making something look like something it's not. As with Chinese metal/steel products, it's really hard to tell the difference in grades of leather if care is taken to have one material emulate another. Having purchased nearly a billion dollars worth of Chinese equipment over my career in manufacturing, I don't trust them. Maybe they're good. I could be wrong. But, I'll spend $80 more to know what I'm getting and to know it was made by an American craftsman rather than by Chinese child slave labor. But, you're exactly right, it just depends on what's important to you. That's just my position. Not knocking anyone who differs.
@Kingfisher12152 жыл бұрын
Oh, and for $445 you can basically buy the Whites Main Street boots. Seems like another alternative if one wants to stay with purchasing made in the USA boots.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I have the whites packer but it seems like I also need to check out their other stuff
@strengthandbulkMadness2 жыл бұрын
They are on sale for $319 right now but I'd spend $300 more for the White's Stevens. It has it all: sleek, dressy, durable, arch ease and rebuildable. I think you're done after that.
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
@@BootSpy you paid 445 for the higgins mill? i paid 218 for mine. usually you can get them on sale for 270-300, and once in a while for even less.
@KevinBlake4580 Жыл бұрын
Alan Edmonds all the way! Made in USA!
@kareemcampbell8355 Жыл бұрын
For the record, people would still watch your videos without the click-baity thumbnails and titles.
@sikim76262 жыл бұрын
How is sizing between Allen Edmond vs Grant Stone?
@shelgerson Жыл бұрын
One thing about the AE boots to consider is factory rebuilding. GS doesn’t offer it, but AE does. In my area, good cobblers are hard to find. I’ve had a couple pairs of shoes ruined by poor cobbler-ing (?). The fact that I can drop my AE in the mail and get it back as good as new is a huge selling point for me.
@hawkevick9184 Жыл бұрын
Those Grantstones look so similar I think they would just do it.
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
@@hawkevick9184what a dumb comment
@alainorozco80322 жыл бұрын
I find my Higgins Mill are more comfortable than Grant Stone. My one issue is that Allen Edmonds has a lot of quality control issues. I lucked out, but that is holding me back from buying more in the future.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting insight. To me they felt basically identical, but I've found that most boots are comfortable for me. I think I have pretty basic feet I guess. Thank you so much for watching and commenting! I really appreciate it
@alainorozco80322 жыл бұрын
@@BootSpy Thank you for replying! I still like the way the Edward fits, maybe I still need to break them in more. The HM had no break in for me and felt like my Thursday Captains out the box. Thanks for all the content and keep it going
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
@@alainorozco8032 lots of awesome vids on the way!
@1k1ngst0n2 жыл бұрын
So I have 2 pairs of Grant Stone Diesel boots and 2 pairs of Higgins Mill boots. They are quite different on your feet. The Higgins Mill is much more comfortable to walk around in and has very soft supple leather. The Diesel boot is thicker leather, thicker sole, and steel shank and very solid construction but not as comfortable as the Higgins Mill boot. The Diesel also has a wider toe box and looks more casual than the Higgins Mill. Both are awesome boots and I agree that you don't need both. You really should buy a Higgins Mill and wear it more to appreciate the difference when you walk around. Also, the Higgins Mill comes in many more sizes and widths and you can actually try them on in a physical store. The Allen Edmonds factory seconds are a great deal and I picked up a pair of new Higgins mill boots for around $200 and I can't really tell why they are seconds.
@frankrizzo71852 жыл бұрын
That is good insight. I have higgins mill and grant stones too, with my higgins mill several years old and broken in beautifully. The grant stones are still not broken in. You make a good point but do you think once broken in the grant stones will be as comfortable or more so? They are pure real leather whereas the higgins mill have some fiber board in the heel stacks, heel counters… and wonder where else (under the insoles?)…
@1k1ngst0n2 жыл бұрын
@@frankrizzo7185 Good question. IMO the Grant stones seem like they won't ever be as comfortable as the Higgins Mill. The Grant Stones are amazing boots with impeccable craftsmanship and they look beautiful. I have seen some of the cobbler videos that show Alden boots with fiberboard. Haven't seen a video showing that for the Higgins Mill and would be interested to see that.👍
@gabelogan830224 күн бұрын
Grandstone is definitely better made the thing about Allen Edmunds is of course the sales and you can send them back to be recrafted. I have experience with both great video!
@trentclark772 жыл бұрын
Do you think the Grant Stone Edward are more comparible to the Higgins Mill than the Diesels? Either way I agree the Grant Stone are a better option even if they were priced the same.
@DMorgan772 жыл бұрын
Good point, I was wondering the same about the Edward.
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
they are not priced the same, the higgins mill are usually available for 220 to 300 if you wait for a sale.
@aradoran2 жыл бұрын
Yeah the Edward has smaller eyelets and a dressier look. Otherwise pretty much the same as the Diesel. As it’s dressier it’s close to the Higgins Mill than the Diesel.
@craigmoon30738 ай бұрын
I recently got the Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill recently in their sale for $280. I also ordered the grant stone diesel in black. Being a tweener, sometime 10, sometimes 9.5 I ordered the 9.5. That size was too large. I had no problem with the return, and exchanged them for a size 9. Unfortunately the right boot arrived significantly smaller than the left. So they will need to be returned again. I may ask for a refund rather than an exchange. The Allen Edmonds have been great….9.5 was spot on, and a comfortable wear
@collectivismkills2 жыл бұрын
The grant stone diesel heel cap is fake, though, which is not as thick as the rest of the upper leather. If you remove the heel cap on the grant stone you’re looking right at at the heel counter. The Higgins mill has the upper leather all around the whole boot with the heel cap stitched over it. Meaning that if you remove the heel cap on the higgins mill you’re looking at the upper leather underneath it, with the heel counter still behind the upper leather. That would move me to the Higgins mill, personally. .
@Xaluber2 жыл бұрын
I actually prefer it when the heel and toe caps are “fake”. It gives you the look while keeping a slimmer profile and having a double layer of leather is completely unnecessary outside of work boots IMO.
@collectivismkills2 жыл бұрын
I’d agree if the diesel was strictly a dress boot, but I don’t think it is.
@Xaluber2 жыл бұрын
@@collectivismkills Right, it’s a casual boot. That’s still a far cry from being a work boot. Nobodies wearing Grant Stones to the construction site.
@collectivismkills2 жыл бұрын
Well, yes…but as a causal boot I I’d take mike on hikes in the woods, to play and ride bikes with the kids, work in the garage.and even some yard work. That heel is going to get scuffed and scratched. In that case, I’d like the heel cap to be real. Or at the very least they could make the heel cap leather the same thickness as the rest of the upper. What bugs me most is that they made it thinner piece. A casual boot doesn’t have to look super streamlined. I really don’t buy the argument that a real heel cap or at least a thicker piece of leather would make it too bulky-looking.
@Xaluber2 жыл бұрын
@@collectivismkills Scuffs and scratches, yes, but I’d argue none of those activities are going to wear completely through a piece of full grain leather, or by the time it does the rest of the upper is going to be shot anyway. GS hasn’t been around that long so I guess we’ll see, but as yet I’ve not heard of anyone wearing through the heel on their Diesel boot.
@lgroves3364 ай бұрын
Higgins on SALE right NOW for 379 April 2024 I bought a pair of these. I'm gonna return them. Fiberboard heal. It doesn't have a mid soul. Why pay 400 for a new boot that needs to be upgraded ? Sad that it is American made and cost cutting corners are in play.
@teamhonzilla2 жыл бұрын
Buy Allen Edmonds factory 2nd wait for the sales with extra 30% off Grant stone is not bad but I pick AE
@txwt51092 жыл бұрын
I watched reviews, read up on the Allen Edmonds manufacturing methods and history, it all sounded great. So I bought a pair of Chukka Boots, great product, great purchasing experience overall, I decided to buy more shoes. Bought a pair of Dalton Wingtip Dress Boots. I received 2 different color boots, also one of the boots seemed to be a different vintage or much older and had been on display for some time. Multiple price tickers attached and removed, physical dimensions were different, a different cut of the same style. I called customer service, they apologized and said they would send out another pair, free shipping. Got the next pair, shoes are with out a doubt reject, factory second shoes. I wear a size 9.5, the shoes I received are a size 8 or possible even smaller, but marked as a 9.5 D The shoes were also misshapen. The left looked like a right, the toe was curved outward. The worst quality I've seen from any shoe company, shameful quality.
@user-el3rk6os3p Жыл бұрын
Wow, I never had anything but the best from Allen Edmonds. I usually buy their factory seconds, and even those boots and shoes seem to be of a superb quality. Sorry about your experience.
@wilalhart35110 ай бұрын
Keep it got mine last December, once broken in they feel like butter and look good! Mine size 12D purchased at UTC Mall store in San Diego they are great folks!
@davelier95722 жыл бұрын
I am very curious why you would have bought a boot that looks almost identical in the same color, instead of trying a different color to add some variety? I have a pair of Higgins Mill in natural Cxl leather that I picked up 2nd hand a few years ago. They look awesome and are super comfortable, unfortunately I need a smaller size. The leather lining is really nice vs. my Red Wings that don't have that.
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
I was wondering the same thing
@markeslinger70512 жыл бұрын
Great review love the Higgins Mill. I saw you video on Velasca hiking boots. I bought a pair of dark brown waxed flesh after I saw the video and LOVE them. They have a great feel and awesome look!!!
@fessendenful3 ай бұрын
One question: my AE Higgins Mill size is 12 E. Do you have a sizing recommendation for the 79 last? Thanks!
@bosshogskin9 ай бұрын
I have a pair ae Landons which is the cap toe version of the Higgins Mill. Great boot. The problem I have with grant stone is sizing. They say go a 1/2 size down. Im a 13d. They dont make a 12.5. Company said 12e would fit me. Frankly I dont trust that recommendation, or im not willing the spend $400 to find out when i know AE will fit correctly.
@BobRooney290 Жыл бұрын
i use mine in the winter only. they keep the heat inside very well. that being said, i had hot feet wearing them over the summer and would not recommend to use during warm weather.
@boscokid9524 Жыл бұрын
Allen Edmonds all the way. Wait for their sales. Plus you know for a decent price they will recraft them for you when the time comes. No need to look for a capable cobbler.
@jmarth5232 жыл бұрын
I pick the Parkhurst Allen in CXL over the Higgins Mill, I prefer an unlined boot though and a stronger shank and Parkhurst is made in USA
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
higgins mill is made in the u.s.a.
@jmarth5232 жыл бұрын
@@louiscyfer6944 agreed, but its $100+ more expensive. The Parkhurst is a better value for a made in USA boot
@aradoran2 жыл бұрын
Yep Parkhurst are the best thing going. Great build and last. Fair price and USA made.
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
@@jmarth523 i paid 218 for my higgins mill.
@modernvintagelifestyles Жыл бұрын
Is the sizing the same on your grant stones as the Higgins mill? I'm thinking of buying some Higgins mills but not sure what size to get them in. My grant stone boots are 10D and I also wear a 10B/D Alden Indy.
@robertsmithUH60driver2 жыл бұрын
Love my AE Higgins Mill.
@WesleyPardue2 жыл бұрын
Since you already have the diesel, returning the Higgins Mill is probably the right call. They are so similar to the point that they are redundant. I did something similar a couple of years ago. I bought those Higgins Mill on sale but accidentally ordered the wrong width. In the meantime I realized I could buy 2 pairs of Beckett Simonon for less than the price of the Higgins Mill. So that's what I did. Returned the wrong size Higgins Mill, and bought 2 pairs of BS. Their Lopez boot is similar enough to fill this role in my wardrobe. No regrets.
@bronkelliott7 ай бұрын
Thanks watching this made me realize I don’t need this boot.
@user-el3rk6os3p Жыл бұрын
Alen Edmonds is a winner because they offer large (US 14, 15) sizes for their boots.
@jj4483love2 жыл бұрын
Both are excellent choices for a standard brown service boot, but have one or the other. I'd rather support Grant Stone because I like the guys who own it and they're a much smaller company. The Higgins Mill is no slouch though, great boot as well.
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
So you’d rather support Chinese workers over American workers??
@timgeist14502 жыл бұрын
The unstructured toes on my Higgins Mills are collapsing and look ugly (though some find that look trendy). However, the 1757 last is super comfortable. I wore my 1757 last AE Patton boots today for 10 hours at the office, finishing lecturing on my feet for 1.5 hours, and my feet feel great. Grant Stone's QC blows away AE! Why should "buy American" require acceptance of sloppy QC. If you want made in USA, go Parkhurst!
@caffeine.junkie2 жыл бұрын
Crimson CXL is GS version of Brown CXL, just like GS Dune = Natural and GS Maduro Shell = Cigar Shell. Maybe it's just for branding but they're the same leather
@davidm93239 ай бұрын
Is this the weatherproof version?
@jmoak311 Жыл бұрын
So if the insole is not leather what is it?
@dissmr Жыл бұрын
Got Allen Edmonds for 350 on sale..awesome boots and yes, I would rather support the economy of the free Western world..
@thomasbroich54392 жыл бұрын
Hey-O Keep them both you’ve got them keep them your young enough to justify it!!
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
Haha love it!
@williamswiger7547 Жыл бұрын
I have found the leather quality on all AE boots to be below standard. You wear them once for a day and the grain looks like they are months old. They are comfortable and feel almost like tennis shoes but the leather they use is not the best quality compared to others in the same price range.
@Crackers25492 жыл бұрын
Another nice video William...! That boot almost reminds me of a pair of Grant Stones, very similar look...GG...IN
@lemon2652 жыл бұрын
William reviews any boot. Me: i really should get the Grant stone Diesel
@strengthandbulkMadness2 жыл бұрын
Return it and buy the White's Main Street Dress Cap on sale for $341 or plain for $319. Surely it's better than Grant Stone Diesel.
@jimlittle57692 жыл бұрын
The thread of the sole looks like the kind Thursday uses for their boots.
@avokevo53942 жыл бұрын
Thursday copied this Dainite sole. No shade to them, just the facts.
@CocoKoi321 Жыл бұрын
I find it disgusting to compare USA made to Chinese made grant stones Yes both are good but I think there's a moral reason to always buy USA made if you live in the US, it supports businesses that are doomed to could go outta business cause everything has became outsourced and stimulates the economy and support american workers, just BUY ALLEN EDMONDS... If I was British I'd buy British brands like CHEANEY or any other European brands obviously It's not the fact of is it important to ant of us... its the fact that why is it NOT important to you? 9:35
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
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@s.williamshay67029 ай бұрын
Google "Allen Edmonds - the Decline of an American Icon" . You're not supporting workers; you are supporting an investment firm that offshores the work to squeeze out a few more pennies.
@albertoclonado2 жыл бұрын
I own the Diesel in CXL 8 and have tried the Higgins Mill in AE stores a couple of times. The quality and craftmanship of Grant Stone is far superior to Allen Edmonds, without any doubt. I'd definitely prefer the Diesel. Nick from Stridewise has also complained about loose grain in the Higgins Mill, and in forums people complain about their QC.
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
i got a couple of higgins mills. also alpine lace cap toe, ranger, etc from allen edmonds. all the leather and qc has been perfect. i only had issues on sneakers with qc from AE, but those are not u.s. made.
@robertelee41352 жыл бұрын
@louis cyfer put a shirt on
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
BS
@joerez517210 ай бұрын
Most comfortable boot I own.
@minceraftfornite43342 жыл бұрын
Do not return them I just saw a video where a guy explained that if ppl keep doing this that Allen Edmonds will most likely move to cement construction because their factories are filled with “flawed boots” because ppl return them plz don’t do it just sell them off grailed
@scotcherton2 жыл бұрын
Dude, i love the channel. Really good content and well made. But you gotta cool it with these thumbnails. Those mouth-agape, wide-eyed thumbs, "fake surprise" looks don't match the channel. Your content is about quality footwear, men's fashion, but those thumbs are lowest common denominator stuff bro. You can go higher and do better than that.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the support, I really appreciate it!
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
Agreed. Very immature and low rent. Then again, so is someone who calls people “bro.”
@TheJedRides2 жыл бұрын
Companies like AE stand behind their product and offer no question returns, which comes with a price, and which relies upon the good faith of their customers not to abuse the policy. While your video is informative and well-produced, it kind of seems like you bought the AE knowing you were going to return it. You already had the Grant Stone, and you know enough about boots that you knew exactly what you were buying with the AE before it ever shipped to you. If so, not cool.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
For full transparency, I either hold on to all boots for future content or give them to friends and family as a gift. I didn't actually return these Allen Edmonds. But I still believe that Grant Stone is a better buy.
@TheJedRides2 жыл бұрын
@@BootSpy good on you for that, which earns my thumbs up 👍🏼 and my subscription. Incidentally, I was less than enamored with the soles that my Higgins Mill boots came with. I bought them as seconds at a steep discount, so I had them re-crafted locally here in Los Angeles with storm welts and Dr. Sole soles. They came out pretty cool! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rLN1Y8Jzp6m4kZ8.html
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
Exactly. Typical KZfaq “content” creator
@JS-dt1tn Жыл бұрын
im pretty sure "Crimson" cxl is actually just brown. Likewise "Dune" and natural.
@TheBearsCorner2 жыл бұрын
Allen Edmonds are "Made in the USA" in loose terms. The leather and parts are shipped to the dominican republic to be nearly half made, then sent back to the US to be finished and soled. They do this to save $$$. Essentially squeezing both the craftsman and buyer for every last penny. I do prefer to buy made in USA, but that really grinds my gears. Side-by-side, the Grant Stones even look superior too! I would've made the same choice.
@mmalave712 жыл бұрын
I think some of them are made in DR, but last I checked the Higgins is made in WI. Either way, I would still rather have it made in the DR than China.
@TheBearsCorner2 жыл бұрын
@@mmalave71 It seems most are started in the DR. I think Grant Stone is proving that 'Made in China' isn't necessarily a bad thing though. Grant Stone is upfront and honest about where they are made, and who makes them, and why they are made where they are. Allen Edmonds charges more, and outsources in a complicated way to maximize profits. Not saying anything against their quality, but the lack of transparency and the stretch they make to label their footwear "Made in USA" just bothers me. Men that search specifically for 'Made in USA' will usually pay the little bit extra to have a thoroughly 'Made in USA' boot, versus whatever corner they are cutting. Ultimately, greed somewhere is at play.
@liljuanito1232 жыл бұрын
I have these in their shell (after trading in my cxl) and they're both pretty comfortable. My dad has the cxl version, has lasted him many years now. Just a great casual boot. Definitely get them on sale or seconds.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
Still saving on getting my first shell boots. Can't wait to see what it really looks like!
@rlane63 Жыл бұрын
Not sure this is relevant but I knew an Alan Edmunds once. He was an extremely nasty piece of work and got sent to prison for grievous bodily harm after going mental in a Chinese takeaway in Tipton. I never saw him after that.
@BootSpy Жыл бұрын
that's highly relevant
@Kingfisher12152 жыл бұрын
Who says that these are considered rugged? Is this you or is AE making this claim? And I walk and work in the snow a lot and Danita’s are horrible in snow. Yes they slip worse than vibrams but the really bad part is that snow packs onto the bottom and it’s a pain to get off. I have scrapers by all of my doors and the brushes don’t get the snow off very well. My vibrate lug soles are much easier to clean out with the scrapers.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
I'm making that claim. I live in NC and when we have a crazy snow storm, it's like 3 inches
@Kingfisher12152 жыл бұрын
@@BootSpy oh. Got it. To me they seem like a traditional trench boot. Not like that is bad, they are a great style, but IMO still a dress boot, just less dressy. Although I have comparable boots and I do a lot of work around my place in them.
@trentclark772 жыл бұрын
@@Kingfisher1215 brand new they do look pretty dressy imo but once they've aged/patina'd a little and develop a more matte finish they become way more casual fashionable and that's when they look their best I think.
@JMP-ETTAN2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always 💪 Diesel boot sounds better overall imo
@johnversluis30842 жыл бұрын
grant stones are put together in China with all the parts from USA between Chicago and Wi parts
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
True, they're legit
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
And??
@alphacapo Жыл бұрын
The Ae boot looks better. Something about the grant stone makes it look like clown shoes I think it's the welt
@gregorius27542 жыл бұрын
Outerknown all day!!!!
@dm90782 жыл бұрын
Perhaps do a give away! And I’m not just saying that because they are my size!
@errolmacdonald32562 жыл бұрын
Stop throwing yer hands around. I'm getting seasick.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
I can't stop
@errolmacdonald32562 жыл бұрын
@@BootSpy Sit on'em!
@mynock250 Жыл бұрын
Allen edmonds has been making “rugged boots” for 50 years.
@Burnsomatic2 жыл бұрын
Don't like the suede tongue.
@lonewolf305312 жыл бұрын
Okay back to redwings
@jtee59572 жыл бұрын
Avoid the Higgins Mill waterproof with commando sole: it’s like an overpriced lightweight bulbous leather sneaker
@darwin6883 Жыл бұрын
I got a pair for ~$160 after tax
@modernvintagelifestyles Жыл бұрын
Where?
@dinonoce2 жыл бұрын
Return them and try something else.
@cozmicblade44102 жыл бұрын
yup return them bc that grant stone are gonna be slimmer and lighter than the allen.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
Plus they're already nicely broken in...love me some grant stones
@chrisfournier61442 жыл бұрын
Grant Stone made in China. Never gonna put a pair on my feet. There are US and Canadian made boots out there that are awesome! I’ve paid the money for boots made by my countrymen and next door neighbours with materials made in North America to boot!
@strengthandbulkMadness2 жыл бұрын
Mexico makes good boots too. Grant Stone is commie-made and should cost no more than $170 usd even with the Horween leather.
@s.williamshay67029 ай бұрын
Currently only 8 of the 200 odd styles offered are "made in USA"...the "neighbors" making these boots are Mexico and Dominican Republic. Also owned by an investment firm.... Complete story online under "Allen Edmonds- Decline of an American Icon" (Oct.2022)
@robertelee41352 жыл бұрын
Stop wearing jeans. They look terrible
@okthen22ok2 жыл бұрын
skinny jeans, lol
@freddieslaughter11072 жыл бұрын
That is plastic coated leather.
@BootSpy2 жыл бұрын
it is 100% not plastic coated leather. It's Horween Chromexcel leather which has a shine to it. I have several boots with the same type of leather and it's pretty awesome
@whereRbearsTeeth Жыл бұрын
You’re clueless
@affliction24522 жыл бұрын
For guys who need a boot with a very wide toe box do you think the Allen Edmonds or Grant Stones would fit better?
@louiscyfer69442 жыл бұрын
allen edmonds has all different widths.
@aradoran2 жыл бұрын
I have the Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill in 11D and a Grant Stone Ottawa in 10.5D and to me the fit is similar. As a reference my feet are narrow heel wide toes, but also fairly low volume/height through the arch and toes.
@scuba_tron53322 жыл бұрын
I found the grant stone EEE to be a bit more accommodating than the AE EEE but both were good