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@lrlevy6 жыл бұрын
I have owned these for a couple of years. The leather gets like butter. The sole is wearing like iron. Great boot. Breaki in was about 5 wears. All I use to clean in a brush and 3 or 4 times a year I use Cadillac leather cream. Keeps that leather soft but not oily feeling
@gordonmattingly26896 жыл бұрын
I have owned a pair in rough leather for eight years. I hit the sweet spot in fit on the first order from LL Bean. These boots wear like iron and are as comfortable as carpet slippers. Just ordered another pair in smooth leather. I can’t recommend them highly enough.
@richardrichmond80064 жыл бұрын
Go to the Bean website. They are imported-made in Vietnam. The quality of Bean's products is in slow decline.
@richardsawdon34016 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your excellent review. I own these LL Bean Katahdin Iron Works Engineer Boots, Plain Toe in both Cordovan and the now discontinued Odessa Black. I did find them a little bit stiff to break in, so I recommend that you consider using Army lacing for the first month. The insole is acceptable in a pass/fail sense, but I purchased some Chippewa gel inserts that are definitely an improvement. The biggest surprise for me is how versatile these boots are. They look great with a pair of jeans or with a shirt, tie and nice pair of slacks. I do not roll around on the garage floor changing tractor blades and scuffing them up on the cement. Mine are for fashionable situations, and I am very pleased. I wear mine in the spring, summer and fall, but not the winter. Supposedly they are waterproof oiled-leather, but I have no inclination to test them out in heavy rain nor snow drifts. LL Bean's return policy is excellent, and I do not see why someone who complains about quality would have a problem either getting their money refunded or obtaining a new replacement pair. I own nine total pairs of Chippewa boots, including five from LL Bean Katahdin Iron Works models, plus the Super Logger and the Classic Service Boot that you have previously reviewed on Boot Guy. Thank you also for those reviews because they helped persuade me to purchase those particular boots that I was not previously aware of. I have had no quality issues with any of my Chippewa boots. I wear the same size as measured in this particular model. Chippewa makes the Sta-Tied laces in 54, 63 and 72" for black, brown and gold. If you want to do a special lacing of a spider's web, for instance, you can change over to gold to make it stand out more, and you can always change from the 54" to the 63" if you need more length. This is an outstanding boot that I value having in my boot collection, and it is a credit to your site to introduce others to it.
@georgerobertson38626 жыл бұрын
My wife got me a pair this last December when we where on vacation in Virginia Beach at first paying 238.00 was bit much for my taste but after breaking them in I love the boots , for a daily boot there good , I would not hike them , and only issue I have bit slippery when on wet surface other than that money well spent
@RowdyRory4 жыл бұрын
Good review. Very knowledgeable. You try hard to be helpful and it's greatly appreciated. Thank you, sir.
@saxman71316 ай бұрын
I have a vintage pair of these. Love them. Mine have the Chippewa Indian head logo on the sole. I use LL Bean boot dressing.
@brianoliver54852 жыл бұрын
I’ve owned these boots for 3+ years and love them! Very comfortable and they look good with jeans or colored jeans or khakis. I get a lot of compliments and they look better with time, the leather changes colors a little bit with break-in! They are comfortable out of the box and took no time to break in and they get even more comfortable as they mold to your feet. I I highly recommend these boots!
@artagain89776 жыл бұрын
Had these for at least two years as well. These and my AE Higgins Mill are my favorite boots. Wearing like iron. Yup, tough sole. Hard. If I'll be walking for long periods I don't wear these. I do wear them to the office on occasion. They go great with a pair of khakis or my carharts when in the woodshop. They come in a wide size as well, one of the many reasons I chose them.
@PamHeinze6 жыл бұрын
I have the Katahdin Iron Engineer captoe boot in Apache Leather. I treat it like it's suede and brush it with suede brushes and that maintains the velvety knapp. The break in was the most brutal of any boot I've owned. The leather was super stiff and was murder on my Achilles tendon. I resorted to moleskin over the sorest spots and my thickest socks to get through it. I also slathered it in Huberd's shoe grease in hopes of softening the leather but it darkened the leather a lot in a way I didn't like. The Huberd's does fade out over time, though and the suede brushing brought the light chocolate color back. They are super comfy now and I can wear them all day walking around and they will probably outlast me.
@TheBootGuyreviews6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting. It truly helps out.
@davidlam86115 жыл бұрын
I have the same pair but made not L.L. Bean branded and it has speed hooks in the same colour. I have to agree with you to go with your regular shoe size especially if you wear thick wool socks and an added insole. This is definitely a shoe to wear with thick wool socks during break in period, but after the break in period, I could wear thin dress socks with an added supportive insole if you plan to wear it mostly in the office. In my opinion, one should not size down if you're planning to use it during the winter. I wear size 12 too and I almost find it on the snug side with the thick wool socks with the insoles. Lastly, I recommend using Nikwax Waterproofing wax for leather for these boots for ultimate waterproof protection even in the deepest wet snow slush conditions!!!!! This boot has amazing waterproof properties if you protect it correctly!!!
@michaelpivik53263 жыл бұрын
I have had these boots since 2015 and they are still in great condition! I have the capped toe version and it took me about a week to break em in (a couple hours a night) with some mink oil applied and brushed in the first night I had em. I use some form of leather product and clean, condition and brush them once a year and they have held up very well (still waterproof). The insole is very impressive as I normally need new insoles for shoes but these are great and create a perfectly comfortable footbed to go along with the structure of the boot, so long periods with these on my feet is enjoyable and not tiring.(ps: I am 11 in Nike but I bought 10 in these)
@rollingtones16 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you review a pair of custom made Peter Limmer boots made in Intervale, New Hampshire. Peter Limmer’s father emigrated from Austria where he made boots for many years.
@44musher3 жыл бұрын
I live about 4 miles away from the shop, Peter makes a fantastic boot, highly recommended.
@element720 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful boots! I recommend!
@MrTrenttness6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. These have a nice classic look. I've had hard heeled boots and I always enjoyed wearing them.
@marcolson44934 жыл бұрын
I enjoy mine. Use them for my pleasure travel. I live in Oregon, and I like to walk to wild places. But they look great on a dinner date. Costco merino wool trail hiking socks are perfect match. I use Bickmore conditioner and a little kiwi. I love cordavan. The bad news LLBean went to a china boot. I would buy direct from chippewa. I own other chippewa boots. The are all well made.
@g.shumway59256 жыл бұрын
I have the cordovan service boot, which is basically the same thing. 1 year in a love them. I would say broke in after 30 wears. Use Otter Wax products. I have the same boot in black, plus the cordovan homestead and cordovan moc toe all from Chippewa
@Kingfisher12154 жыл бұрын
Great advice on the socks. Wool is the way to go in my book. Danner, smart wool and Filson are what I have but there are good wool socks by others. Allen Edmonds makes a great wool sock that is a bit thinner and a bit dressier but work great as work socks.
@coryshook76483 жыл бұрын
My God😮! That’s beautiful!
@jeffreyrichardson3 жыл бұрын
You can not go wrong with a pair of these boots 1901 Chippewa tribe
@ninobrn005 жыл бұрын
I bought these after watching this video. They felt great from the first wear. I can’t even say that I feel like I’ve had to even break them in. I added some green and gold hiking laces which really contrast the burgundy nicely! Like others, I do wish it had a tab at the back to help put them on, but a shoe horn usually isn’ too far away. I’ve done a couple of coats of mink oil and ‘kneaded’ the boots before I wore them so that helped loosen them up. Great boots for the price and I always get compliments on them. Thank you for the video!
@eaglewarrior87076 жыл бұрын
I wear a wool sock in the summer time with a wool sock liner. Feet feel fine.
@Kingfisher12154 жыл бұрын
Eagle Warrior wool socks are the bomb. They wick so much better.
@actontreadway11684 жыл бұрын
I read recent comments on LL Bean that say they are no longer made by Chippewa and the quality has suffered. Imported now.
@georgegonzalez-rivas37874 жыл бұрын
I love the look of these boots a lot but the break-in time has been longer for me than some of the other testimonials here have said. Still find them to be a tad stiff... perhaps I don't wear them a lot because I want to keep them looking so great.
@MTobin10002 жыл бұрын
The word "Heritage" is thrown around a lot when describing certain apparel (outerwear, boots, shoes). What makes a boot (in this case the Katahdini boot) a "heritage" boot?. Would you please explain this definition for me? Thanks very much. I appreciate the education.
@paulsaul24873 жыл бұрын
Not sure about the cardboard but I like them
@davidcoleman24635 жыл бұрын
Good video . I need to think about my socks . For all my boots . Thanks .
@element7205 жыл бұрын
Great pair of boots
@twobanger213 жыл бұрын
I would give ANYTHING if this boot had a better heal. There is zero cushioning ang my knees hurt in an hour of putting them on!
@shelbywells5 жыл бұрын
Yes! Great info but like another viewer, could you address socks? I want to wear my boots in the summer in Paris with hours of walking in the day and transition into restaurants in the evening.
@TheBootGuyreviews5 жыл бұрын
Dude, I'm a working class guy. I don't have the foggiest idea about the scenario you are presenting. If you wanted to know how to stay warm on top of a skyscraper I'm your guy. But, transitioning into restaurants at night not a clue.
@shelbywells5 жыл бұрын
Sorry dude, I just wanted your opinion on a boot for lots of walking that looks good enough to wear to dinner, I've decided on Thursday's Captains- LOL. BTW I hope you can come down off the top of that skyscraper and get a vacation soon :)
@18-tube-wattamp643 жыл бұрын
I'm hearing these are no longer made by Chippewa? It might be time for a more current review with this years model. I think they are on sale right now...?
@groberts19806 жыл бұрын
I'm kind of torn between ordering these or the Wolverine 1000 Mile in the same no. 8 cordovan color. I tried the Wolverine's in my regular size 12 but had to send them back to size down since they are a 3E. I'm normally a regular E, but too wide for a D. If the 11.5EEE in Wolverine fits I may keep it. But I might give these a try in 12EE. I prefer a more lugged sole than the Wolverine's come in. All of my other boots have grippy soles so it would be tough getting used to a leather sole with no grip.
@pakfrd78876 жыл бұрын
How water resistance are these boots? I live in Oregon.
@TheBootGuyreviews6 жыл бұрын
Extremely Water resistant. But, not Waterproof.
@MS-vz7pg6 жыл бұрын
So good
@BluefieldsFisherman6 жыл бұрын
Awesome video , as always. Question? What brand of sock you recommend for summer ?
@bipoc-alypesproductions1986 жыл бұрын
Hey man can you do a review of some w.m moorby boots? Im interested in buying some and your reviews are really informative. Big fan btw man
@JRRob3wn4 жыл бұрын
Sadly Bean no longer sources these through Chippewa and now makes them in the third world. Reviews on their website seem to show a decrease in quality over the Chippewa boots. I’ve personally resoled my pair with a more aggressive tread after about 6 years of use as the original tread is basically useless for winter conditions or outdoors activities. Great boots though.
@TheGoochinator13 жыл бұрын
I agree completely. The original tread is awful. Sending mine to NuShoe for new soles and will be requesting a more aggressive tread. Other than that - fantastic boots.
@MarcP52676 жыл бұрын
Red Wings are way better quality control than Chippewa’s. Spend the extra bucks and get a pair of Blacksmith’s which are pretty similar.
@groberts19806 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately RW doesn't make the Blacksmith in EE width or else I'd have a pair by now.
@Bluefinger5 жыл бұрын
I have a couple of pairs of boots (RW, Wolverine, Chippewas, ...) and these are the ones that hold up the best although these are the ones I wear most. I take good care of my shoes though. Can't say which ones take a no-clean-no-polish abuse best. Had mine for almost 4 years now and they are super comfy now but still look like new. Absolutely no issues!
@bartnukem5 жыл бұрын
I wish they made them in EE
@insicknessandinhealth97855 жыл бұрын
I have several red wings, these Chippewas are built way better. Less loose thread, better quality soles, comfort is about equal, but these look like a Porsche whereas the red wings are cadillacs, one is a true luxury sports car the other is a luxury sports car that skipped corners
@Derek-nz7mq5 жыл бұрын
All Heritage Wings are absolutely exceptional.. they don't cut corners. The leather is phenomenal. You can FEEL the durability. Genuine leather insole WITH a leather vamp which is far superior to a cotton one. Even the tongue stamp is fabric and stitched on. You cannot knock American made Red Wings. The break in can be a bit of a bitch but once formed to your foot they are the only thing you will want to put on your feet.
@EDHBlvd6 жыл бұрын
They have changed these a lot. I bought a pair about 9 years ago and they were a bit different. Older ones have inferior leather and only 270 welt. Cap toe as well.
@danwood54913 жыл бұрын
Just give me a link to buy and check out the boot.
@demetriusbadua40374 жыл бұрын
LL bean is my jelly bean
@myvenusinuranus4 жыл бұрын
too bad there's no stores in Canada to try them on......it's even hard to find Red Wings where I am
@nates5.7hemi706 жыл бұрын
Nice job!
@Saw_Squatch4 жыл бұрын
So these are the secret cheaper version of the service boots? Like that's the exact same boot
@saleemwaheed99566 жыл бұрын
Chips are the best!
@billwhite70153 жыл бұрын
I love these boots -- but as for "made in America" -- mine are clearly labeled "Made in Vietnam".
@roberttwist51902 жыл бұрын
Chippewa closed their last U.S. factories (both in Missouri) in 2020. They only import boots now.
@akawale6 жыл бұрын
How much grip would these boots offer on icy sidewalks?
@TheBootGuyreviews6 жыл бұрын
Not well. Better than cheap soled boots. but still. Ice is ice and ice will do what ice does.
@dumpwoodhere5 жыл бұрын
Those are beautiful boots. Whats the website address?
@kenzie9065 жыл бұрын
💯
@jim-ue8ir6 жыл бұрын
Nice shirt, whats that?
@TheBootGuyreviews6 жыл бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/adZ2h8iap6iwmI0.html
@MrSlicer24243 жыл бұрын
So there is a bit of cork?
@myvenusinuranus4 жыл бұрын
is there any difference between this and the second version?
@trevbarlow97194 жыл бұрын
Where can you order these online? Are they discontinued?
@czynski36 жыл бұрын
Anyone know where the leather is sourced from?
@TheBootGuyreviews6 жыл бұрын
It's a Chippewa by nature. So, Texas or Wyoming.
@czynski36 жыл бұрын
Stop yourself, lol. I was hoping the "tanned product" came from Elston and Armitage !
@TheBootGuyreviews6 жыл бұрын
No Horween here!
@czynski36 жыл бұрын
Thnaks
@Mike-jp8en3 жыл бұрын
Do they still sell these boots ? I can’t find them
@insomniaforgames25873 жыл бұрын
Уже из коробки у моих ботинок отклеивается каблук.
@railroadskater28963 жыл бұрын
Katahdin? Are these made from Katahdin sheepskin??
@justindurante17402 жыл бұрын
Just got these love em but there stiff af
@justindurante17402 жыл бұрын
Actually mine is cap toe and better eyelets
@justindurante17402 жыл бұрын
I own these but mine r way nicer they have rugged brass eyelets and hooks and dark rich chocolate color
@ELEVOPR3 жыл бұрын
Looks like everyone is trying to Copy Red Wing and Wolverine 🤦🏼♂️
@Pharto_Stinkus3 жыл бұрын
Chippewa boots have been around since 1901. They are just as legit as a "heritage" bootmaker as Redwing and Wolverine, they aren't copying anyone. Pretty much all heritage styles are similar.
@ELEVOPR3 жыл бұрын
@@Pharto_Stinkus Yes. That's true all the heritage look alike.
@MarcP52676 жыл бұрын
Every pair of Chippewa’s I’ve gotten I had to return cause QC issues.
@maxwellhouseranch10046 жыл бұрын
That footboard breaks. I had these and the foot bed broke in half on both of my boots. It’s not a great boot. There are a lot better heritage boots out there.
@kingsanchez816 жыл бұрын
Can you throw a timberlands pro insole in those things I’m a heavyweight and my heritage boots kill my feet
@MysterFade6 жыл бұрын
Bought a pair of these in black a couple years ago and they're good boots but they don't have "swag". Ruggedly good boot, quite comfortable but nothing more...kinda boring-looking as with most Chippewas. Not a slight against them really just something I've noticed. Once I bought a pair of Red Wing 8114s, I've relegated my Katahdins to beater status and haven't looked back. RW just puts together a better quality boot plus they exude style AND swag on top of great construction . I get plenty of compliments in those. It's worth the extra $$$ IMO. Really nice review however.