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I actually think they look quite cool

Great to have the videos back and even better to kick it off with our African Ranger. Just a few months in and we have already kitted out over 500 rangers with a solid set of boots. Thanks to all for the support so far. The video had a great flow and style to it, I love the reference to the AMC Eagle. I happen to really like the look of that car too so it ties in perfectly with our boot - Unique and does the job💪

I actually love the way they look. Perfect blend of boot and sneaker and they have that hand made look. Rugged and unique.

I personally think the shoe has a unique look to it which is not ugly.

Here in South-Africa Jim Green is even cheaper, the African Ranger only cost $103 or 1900 rand. And people also wear their work boots to any occasion whether formal, casual or at the beach, even to their wedding.

As an American living in South Africa for over 9 years, two thoughts--the explanation regarding their aesthetics are, in my opinion, all about function, sorta like Africa's favoured Landy Defender vehicle. It ain't pretty, but it was designed for very difficult environments. Having walked the Namibian desert, camped the Okavango Delta, gotten soaked at Vic Falls, and having cruised Kruger, among many others, this makes total sense to me. It needs to get you there and back again. The second thought--your point about the insole being a place to cut costs also makes a huge amount of sense to me when one realizes that many of our indigenous Rangers grew up often with no shoes or few, in very harsh and demanding pedestrian environments, and their feet are conditioned, tough as nails. As such, survey answers from them may not have included regard for the comfier aspects as perhaps I would have demanded from my upbringing where shoes and tennis shoes/tekkies were the norm. Even the school shoes required of our South African government schools are wearable forms of daily torture. (ask my 3 daughters.) All in all, I couldn't be prouder of Jim Green footwear and their regard for our guys and gals out in the bush, and am saving up for my own pair of "function over form" Rangers.

my philosophy has always been "beauty in function" so these boots are pretty much a dream come true. they look perfect to me. they're just very raw and rugged; the only aesthetic addition being the logo burned into the back

My dad, a 61 year old south african farmer has been wearing these boots for as long as i can remember. Loves them! I ven had a pair for a while.

I actually think these boots are one of the best looking boots out there in my opinion.

Personally I don't think the ranger boot is ugly ,I've grown to enjoy the wide toe box look and everything else. I don't own a pair but hoping to one day , things are tight. I love Jim Green 🐸 and love what they stand for.

Great video! I am a Game Warden and always on the hunt for the perfect boot for the job. When I stumbled across these boots and did a little research, I knew I had to try them. I reached out to customer service and they were great at helping me with the correct sizing. The wide toe box is an excellent feature that affords all day comfort in the woods or on the street, especially for my wide foot. Glad I found them. Also the fact that they donate a pair of boots to African Rangers is a cause I am glad to support. Thanks for the video and information. Keep it up !

I don’t find these to be ugly at all. I really like the look of a wider boot.

Been a Jim Green fan since I was 15. Bought a pair of these a few months ago as a heavier duty, more smartish casual wear boot for the wet winters in Cape Town, where my lighter duty vellies slip and slide all the time. The African Rangers grip better in the wet than the vellies, but are also comfortable and cool on warm, dry sunny days. I found break-in to be much easier than previous pairs of Jim Greens I had, but I'd recommend you change the insoles immediately after purchasing. The stock insoles are too hard for my liking. I agree that they aren't the prettiest boot, but in a way they look good to me. I'm certain they will last many years if looked after properly. Very happy that Jim Green has finally got onto the USA scene. They are good, durable, hardy boots and deserve recognition.

I love the look of these. £95 in Britain, shipped from SA. A very good deal.

I'm a year late to this but I own a pair and love them for my job in conservation/land management. They're durable enough to build trails and boardwalks, but comfortable and lightweight enough to hike miles for bird surveys or land inspections. Absolutely love them, perfect middle ground!

On another note - I am amazed your AMC Eagle looks as good as it is and still runs. You have done a great job keeping it up.

I have had mine African Rangers for 8months now, I absolutely love them! Fantastiscly comfortable and cool looking!

I have a pair of these in the crazy horse leather, too. Sized up and put a cork Birkenstock insole in them. They’ve very comfortable with very little break in. I get compliments on them every time I wear them. Thanks for another great video. Glad you’re back!

I've been waiting for this video. My Razorbacks have been a game changer for me on the job and I have been thinking about this model since I've seen them on the Jim Green website. My parents owned a GMC Eagle, it was our family car growing up. You gotta love 4wheel drive on a hatchback

I have a pair of these in brown and I love them. I'm a big fan of wide toe box shoes/boots and these really let your feet keep their normal shape. I've been messing around with different insoles trying to find what works best for me.

I have been wearing my African Rangers for about 3 months now and love them! The insoles are comically bad but I am happy to change out an insole for a good custom fit.

I took these to the top of Mt. Sneffels in Colorado. They did great! Very comfortable. My only complaint is that the stitching that holds the piece of reinforcing leather that the hooks are attached to is already failing. I can probably stitch it back together, but for boots that are only a few months old it’s a little disappointing.

Been looking for some good summer weather boots to wear with shorts and between your review and a few others I'm sold on getting a pair of these!

"Own less and better". That´s such an awesome tagline and really captures the essence of this channel. Great work Edit: is that AMC yours? What an absolute beauty! Wouldn´t mind a video about that 😉

I’ve been wearing the Rangers for work since the beginning of summer. I love the way they feel and look. I work on custom homes so having a lightweight boot with no heel is good for going up and down scaffolding and walking on roofs or walls. My feet don’t get nearly as hot and sweaty as when I wear my other pairs of boots which are taller or have a liner. One of my eyelets came out but it does not seem to be a problem at this time. Overall I have no complaints and I can see myself getting a new pair next summer if I wear these out. Thanks Jim Green

I got these in crazy horse leather as my first leather boots for my 18th birthday, and man I was waiting MONTHS for people to actually talk about these, also I like how they look...

Courteney is a fabulous South African ranger boot brand too. Solid, staggeringly durable and long lasting.

If been wearing mine for 2 moths I upgraded the insoles and added generation parachord laces in green .. it’s a great boot especially in crazy horse leather .. I actually want another pair .. I sprayed them with Saphir waterproofing and conditioner

The parallel with the automotive world was a nice touch. Nice work, Carl.

Hey man , awesome video. I'm from South Africa and I'm another brand which is awesome is Courtney from Zimbabwe. My dad has worn them for many years and he says there's nothing better.

The darker rangers are great lookin! Need a pair

Welcome back buddy, we missed you

I've just bought a pair of these and having wide feet, they fit wonderfully. Super comfy straight out of the box!

I've had mine for a week now and they are fantastic. Highly recommended.

I like the way they look too. As a kid watching nature shows I used to see these and wondered where could I get a pair , now I know! Thanks bro, I definitely will be buying a pair.🌍

I think my Jim Green Vellies are gonna need a friend in my boot rotation

What an awesome company they are. One of the few outside america I really want to buy from and support.

I feel the same way I feel about square toe western boots, they are so utilitarian and comfy that whatever perception of ugly is replaced with a sense of functional charm, it’s all about how you carry yourself in them imho.

Been waiting for a review of these for a while, and I am glad it was reviewed by the best :) thanks, can't wait to get a pair!

I have the gamechanger orthotics from footprint insoles, definitely one of the best insoles I have tried.

I think they look awesome! Trying to decide between these and the Razorbacks for my next work boots. And it's super cool that the Rangers get boots.

I have two pair of ‘vellies’ and I feel they are the best shoe buy I’ve made, great, comfortable shoes. I will have to give the rangers a try.

My razorbacks are fast becoming one of my favorite daily non work boot. I eventual plan on ordering ar8's next spring and see how they work for a summer work boot

I'm surprised there are so few reviews of this boots on YT. They look like a fantastic utilitarian, no fuss, well made boot. I reckon they wouldn't look too out of place to be worn casually also.

Another great video as always. They had the preorder start about a month after i bought my razorbacks and the buyers remorse set in immediately. A cap toe wedge would have fit my needs so much better but thats the way she goes. Love my razorbacks though, with some nice wool socks they did very well in milder winter weather and in my refrigerated warehouse. If the toebox is the same it would be a touch shallow for how much toe wiggle i like anyhow. Still dreaming of the day i buy some nicks wedge workers, might get them in the new 365 stitchdown.

Considering these as an OTR truck driver. Mostly driving but out at truck stops, dirt, gravel lots every day. Snow 2-3 months per year but not regularly. They seem flexible enough to operate pedals easily.

My mother fell in love with the AMC Eagle when it was briefly seen in the beginning Back to the future 1. Getting one here in Germany was quite hard in the 80s but she managed to get two 4.2l cars. I tink I am getting a pair of those boots, they don't look that ugly in my opinion.

Great video and I love the tie-in with the AMC Eagle! I own a pair of African Rangers in the brown and they're great! Very comfortable! I just pre-ordered an 8-inch black pair that will join the other three Jim Green shoes/boots I own. If it weren't for you, Carl, and Rose Anvil, I wouldn't have known about Jim Green. Thanks for all you do!

Love my pair.

Welcome back, Carl. Excellent review and thoughts. Thanks for introducing us to this boot.

some beautiful shots in this video

You rock man!

Been missing your videos Carl so it’s great to see a new one. In this currently even madder world we are living in at the moment watching one of your videos is like putting on a well worn Makinaw jacket and sitting by a camp fire with a mug of warming coffee, thanks so much Carl.

I’m loving the Vellies, these may be next.

I've had a pair of suede Velles for a couple of years now. Love the wide toe box. They are the most comfortable shoes I have.

Just got my African rangers the other day, and I can attest that these are some beautiful hand made boots from a very respectable company for a very fair price. And as someone who’s been into the wide toe box/minimalist shoes for a while, I really dig the wide toe box, and also being very tall I like the relatively low heel. Some boots I was considering had giant heels that if you’re over 6’ would just be awkward.

Good to have you back man. Your videos are always top knotch.

Those are sweet + so is that wagon!!!!!!

Just bought a pair last night… the AMC Eagle is a legend! The ultimate beater car, but of course now it would be a crime to destroy one.

Love this video. I watched your video and Jim Greens on the Making of these Boots. All of this boot is hand made. Love the two row stitching. Have to buy me a pair.

My Buffalo African Rangers arrive tomorrow -can't wait! My buddy fell in-love with the Rangers (fudge) and ended up with a pair of Razorbacks and Vellie. This prompted me to get a pair of the Vellie - and they are incredibly wonderful shoes. When I told him I was ready to get the Buffalo African Rangers, his FOMO kicked in and he got a pair too. Jim Green boots are top notch. This won't be my last purchase from them.

I love my rangers. I was thinking they would be badass with a vibram lug sole upgrade.

The AMC EAGLE!!! A vehicle ahead of it's time.

I love that you Mentioned the AMC Eagle, I've never owned one but have always kind of loved them. Great review thank you.

Like a fine wine. I can’t think of a more perfect pairing to go with my cargo shorts

I was today old when I learned of first, Jim Green, second African Ranger Boots. I love, functional, durable boots. I believe these fit the bill.

They’re not ugly in the least bit. I really dig the look!

As a tradesman, they look how they should. And, in the right surroundings can fulfill some offbeat style both on and off the job site. I like them. Thanks

To me they look like a super durable sneaker. I like it a lot and want a pair so bad!

I’ve got a pair of their African rangers. They’re quite nice boots but I’d still like to see them produce a version or option with a more aggressive deeper threads than the shallow ripple/wedge that it comes with. Maybe not on the level as the Courtney Selous tyre treads, but I think the boot can be even more appreciated with treads that have a bit more bite in the field without being too overt for “casual” use.

I love the Jeep Eagle!

Picked up a pair of these about a month ago in 12.5, they’re well made for sure. I wish I’d spent more time indoors trying them out as i get some toe rub that I can’t seem to get broken in.

I wouldn't say ugly at all, however, maybe a few less seams would make for a cleaner design? I think if the issue is the wide toe box, that's the best part of the fit and you only notice it looking top down.

Had to laugh because of the title. Your truly ugly boots with those lady heel came to my mind, haha.

I just got a AMC Eagle 1980 from matchbox just to put it next to my Jim Green AR lol thanks for the video, I got my boots after watching your and rose anvil video and they are one of the best shoes I have ever buy,

Have a pair of Vellies myself and they are very similar to these just in a lower profile. Perfect for yard work or just as slip ons!

This to me is a great minimal hiking/bushcraft / camp boot. Beat it up and it will develope the asthetic through use. I would swap the laces for leather ones. Not feeling the green laces. Would love brass eyeles and maybe one other pair of speed hooks. Can't wait to see them when they patina.

I think they look cooler than they are comfortable. I stand alot at work and when I get home they don't hurt so it's a good boot. My dog are my old Reebok's

Jesus man, the Eagle!? Just lookin em up on CL for fun. Oh man! The good ol’ days when GASOLINE didn’t need to be freaking budgeted for. Thanks Carl. 2nd pair of JG boots ordered. Long Live The Eagle! Maybe I call an old buddy who drove one of these damn things…. Everywhere!

Something similar happening with the Clarks wallabees. They seem ugly at first, but the more you look the cooler they get

I personally love this boot

I own a pair of African Rangers in Cape Buffalo (Birkosport insole) and Barefoot. These are my go to for comfort footwear at concerts or any event where I have to be on my feet all day. I got a compliment on the Buffalo, rare for a guy like me. Can not recommend enough.

I had been thinking of checking these out and I saw your review so I decided to give them a shot. So far I love them, probably the first boots I have purchased that are pretty comfortable right out of the box. I agree with you that the insole kind of sucks but that is an easy fix and I think the construction of the tongue is kind of odd, will probably be better once it’s broken in a little. Will be interested to see how they perform over the long haul, but for the price it is hard to fault them on anything.

I’ve been eyeing these boots for sometime. Thank you for bringing Jim greens to my attention. Have you seen what they’re doing on their channel? Another similar boo like the red wing Work chukka would be the red wing weekend or Chaka which I have and are comfortable. Very similar aesthetic but with a great value proposition for the Jim green.

Had mine about a yr. Good boot, not a heavy work boot. Not for ladders and such. Comfortable shop boot, walking and normal daily use. If I ever need another boot ill go greens.

Never heard of Jim green but I'm glad I came across your & rose anvil's video on them. I bought a pair for my wife and I just to support the company 👍🏽 I actually like the way they look lol. Idk if that will change when they get here

I know this video is older, but for anyone looking in comments for fitting advice, I had to exchange my African Rangers to change sizes! I am a 12 on the brannock, wearing 12's in flip flops, crocs, vans, etc. 12 was too big! I exchanged for 11.5 and they fit PERFECT. I removed the insole and added my FP insole "Gamechangers" AND a Nick's leather insole. Just make sure your insole isn't too tall in the toe, as it is a low toe box and my toes have scraped before on it. If you're wearing thick socks and a custom insole, might want to go up a half size! I personally wear thin socks. I hike at least a mile in them everyday for my daily walks, and don't want to take them off when I get home. If you fall in love with the fit of your African Rangers, I'd recommend the Vellie that is built on the same last! The Vellies look a bit more formal (especially the flesh first, tan model) but feel a bit more snug with the same insole combo, so perfect for a casual night out, day at the office, errands on the weekend.

Just ordered a pair

The amc eagle looks like the subaru forester's grandpa and i dig it!

Just bought a pair. My wife thinks they kinda look like clown shoes bc of the wide toe box. But I actually think they look good. And the wide toe make them very comfortable

Sweet.

I’m the kind of guy that will be playing video games one moment, and be out in the yard cutting up mesquite branches that fell in a storm or fixing buried pvc pipes on my families property in rural Texas. I’m always doing random things and I’ve always struggled to find a specific style that can keep up and I sort of fell into Jim Green. They’re literally spot on for me as I’ve always been more of a pragmatic utilitarian and the concept of fashion is an annoyance for me because I like to look good but it’s hard to, so I’ve elected to give up on that and just wear these. Jokes aside I think these look pretty good.

I think they look great. A bid wide looking when looking down at them, but the fit and build quality has been great. Love mine and I’m actively putting them through their paces (pun intended)

They look great in my opinion. A pair of these, old jeans and you're ready to go !

These actually look great.

Glad to see you back, Carl! Not to be a negative Karen, my Jim Green Stockman slip-on boots are the most uncomfortable things I have ever put on my feet. The upper leather is stiff and the Vibram-like soles have zero flex. It's like wearing cinder blocks for shoes. Jim Green's advice was to buy multiple pairs of aftermarket insoles to find something comfortable. I have spent more on insoles than on the boots. Because of this, I will not buy anything more from Jim Green. Just for reference....I had zero break-in discomfort with any of my Redwings or Whites boots. Sorry to post negativity here, Carl. But I think both sides of the comfort question need to be stated.

Funny. I like the aesthetics of the African Ranger and the AMC Eagle. Kind of wish I needed a new pair of boots right now, though Razorbacks are great. Another boot brand I'd suggest checking out is Canada West. I got a pair of their Romeos that are far and away my favorite pair of footwear. Of course, they don't sell in the US as far as I know. I got mine off eBay.

Carl liked the video. I have the vellies and really like them. The ranger will be my next purchase.

I got the Numzaan boots in wallnut colour from Jim Green Footwear with 🐸 sole, next up perhaps a custom in horween leather or reversed out Buffalo leather. Not sure of style yet.