Still Worth It? A year and a half in my Red Wing Iron Rangers

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Hello All

Жыл бұрын

See how my Red Wing Iron Ranger 8083 Hawthorne Muleskinners are holding up after a year and a half of real wear.

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@Rokaize 8 ай бұрын

Finally someone reviews these with proper wear. Most of the videos on KZfaq, it’s just so guy who wears them around the city. Instead of for work our outdoors stuff. To me, these aren’t fashion boots. These are old school work boots, so they should be reviewed as such

@Michael-nd3rs 5 ай бұрын

They aren’t work boots but I do use them for outdoor stuff

@Rokaize 5 ай бұрын

@@Michael-nd3rs They are work boots though. That was the whole point of them originally.

@jgo8305 5 ай бұрын

Red Wing will tell you when you go into the store that the heritage line are not for work. I get what you mean but they literally have a WORK line of boots that is completely different than the heritage. They are fantastic and you can work in them since they are tough... but they are quite literally not work boots and not in the actual work line that red wing makes lmao@@Rokaize

@Commander_HW 3 ай бұрын

These aren't work boots....... Red Wine Heritage line is for fashion. The workwears are in the Work section.....

@Rokaize 3 ай бұрын

@@Commander_HW they were made for iron miners. And are super heavily built. If you don’t think they are work boots then I guess you can keep up your delusion

@nickm9129 8 ай бұрын

Nice to see someone who actually wears his boots

@luisdesantis6035 Жыл бұрын

Excellent series! Please, keep up the good work!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@MichaelPlum Жыл бұрын

That's a beautiful patina showing on these. I got the same pair recently but have been hesitant to wear them but seeing how nice the color change is I think I'll stop babying mine as much

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I did the exact same thing. These are waaay tougher than i gave them credit for. I wish you a million healthy miles in your pair.

@GavinPershey Жыл бұрын

Cleaning them and hydrating the boots with red wings branded oil will probably revive the original color a bit as well. I own red wing work boots and had a surprising result when I gave them maintenance

@curtisthomson4209 Жыл бұрын

love how they've weathered. thanks for sharing.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@orlog3343 Жыл бұрын

More proof that boots look even better worn in. Great, honest review

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, much appreciated.

@Davepool_TF-69 Жыл бұрын

Love mine. Once broken in they're the most comfortable shoes I've ever had. Great video!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@richyclubsport5155 19 күн бұрын

Can't beat a well worn in patina, they look absolutely fantastic.

@chandlerburrell3001 Жыл бұрын

Yess!! Glad to see everything is going well! Mine are also looking the same! We have had them around the same amount of time!!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@bastardbad4ss424 Жыл бұрын

I like that you came back, awesome vids!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@zncuentertainment712 Жыл бұрын

This is an interesting review because you've really put yours to the test. I've had a pair for almost 3 years now but I've babied the hell out of them and they look new.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I babied mine too. They are much tougher than I thought.

@blauer2551 Жыл бұрын

I decided my moc toes were for work and the rangers were for dog walks and trails, mine are gonna be with me for a while

@shanemcnamara6974 7 ай бұрын

I am a couple of months into my Iron rangers. The brake in period was pretty intense for me, had a couple of hot spots. But now that I’ve broken them in they are a dream. I can relate to what you said about the individualisation of the boots, you look forward to wearing them.

@johnfarel3152 Жыл бұрын

The grip is better then I expected with the mini lug. I’m new to iron rangers but I’ve worn mine on a short rocky hike, about 2 miles and had no issues at all with grip. It was very dry but lots loose dirt and stones.

@fanos23 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the update!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@parkersherman1707 Жыл бұрын

Just grabbed some Moc Toe 1907s yesterday! Excited to see how they break in over the next couple of months. Great video!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Awesome. I wish you many happy healthy miles in them!

@Native_love 11 ай бұрын

Oh those are beautiful! I'd get em resoled tomorrow.

@randynovick7972 Жыл бұрын

I love this boot. Had mine, now, for a couple years, and they're not my only boots. I've been dying to have a grippier, softer sole since day one. Personally, if it's an uncomfortable sole to walk in and it makes you slip and fall, it's not the right sole. So my IRs get worn in the garden, yard, or out in the woods but not hiking. When the time comes for a resole, I'm going to go with vibram honey lugs... for tread and softness.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for the comment. I agree, the softer sole will be a nice addition when the time comes.

@Bearded360 Жыл бұрын

The honey lug is a great idea.

@patrickmiao1698 9 ай бұрын

I also plan on resoling my iron rangers with a honey sole and a leather midsole. From other reviews, it doesn't make the boot that much more softer but it does help a little especially on long walks.

@aelx69420 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous 1st gen, I love the red on red.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks! It’s been a really fun car.

@TheFrontyer Жыл бұрын

The stitching on the outsole is no issue, sole does not lose any structural strenth. Love how they age, looks better now then new imo.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Good to know. Thanks!

@willhuang238 Жыл бұрын

Nice review! Not so many videos about 8083, pleased to watch such throughout records about how it ages.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@themoor5498 9 ай бұрын

I bought a pair of IR Hawthorne Muleskinners this past weekend. I was on the fence about whether to keep them, how to maintain them, what the roughout might look like once it gets dirty. I appreciate you stating "This is what MY boots look like..." This is very important to consider since you wore yours every day. Mine will look totally different since I will not wear them daily, live a more sedentary lifestyle, plan to try to keep them clean, etc. Your review has persuaded me to keep them. Your IRs look well loved. Thank you!

@stevej.6674 6 ай бұрын

Dude, they look better with some wear! Even if you want to keep them for a more “sedentary” life style. Think of how raw denim jeans become more awesome with each wear & fade that develops. That’s how these boots go. It gains character. A brand new looking boot is boring and characterless! I’ve tested mine like sh!t for ages and they’re looking so cool! Ooh, just a quick FYI, I treated/nourished them from the “INSIDE” with my own dubbin concoction made with tallow, lard, lanolin and a few drops of tea tree oil as an anti microbial. Then I put them out in the sun hear the boot up & allow the stuff to soak in. DONT use stuff with neatsfoot oil which will oxidise inside the leather fibres and literally break down the fibres.

@themoor5498 6 ай бұрын

@@stevej.6674 Thank you for drawing the analogy of my well-loved Naked & Famous LHTs to how I should wear my boots. I look forward to wearing my jeans, experiencing the fades, and seeing how they age over time! Thank you.

@Tharification Жыл бұрын

Great to see another video from you! The boots are looking good. For me, the heels are always replaced once or twice before I get the outsoles replaced on the heeled boots I own. If you want to resole them with something grippier and soft, but still want the lugs and some longevity go for the Vibram 132 commando lug sole (as used on the red wing 4585 and the 4556's) - They come in black, brown and a honey wheat colour. You could also go super soft and get some Vibram gumlite or vi-lite soles instead. Also, don't forget to have a leather midsole slapped on there and the cork refilled!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

great info as always! Thanks. Is the cork layer a must? Doesnt it break down and clump up at the flex point?

@Tharification Жыл бұрын

@@hell0all You welcome - Thanks. I would say a filler is definetly needed, as a goodyear welt creates a void between the midsole and the insole. But if you are iffy about it being cork, just have the cobbler replace the cork with a piece of veg-tan leather instead - Most good cobblers should be able to do this.

@seungjaeko7268 9 ай бұрын

Hey!!!! Waiting for an update!!!

@JacobFrodsham Жыл бұрын

Yes!! I've been waiting for this video.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Hope you are doing well.

@mattbutler3292 Жыл бұрын

Nice one , thanks for posting .

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@hubriscube Жыл бұрын

Really hoping to see a 2yr update!

@zardlu1972 Жыл бұрын

The most attractive me is the manifestation of the soles. I noticed in your video that the place you went to almost on some cross-country occasions but the soles are still well-preserved. Honestly, it is much more durable than I thought before.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Yes, very durable. Thanks for watching.

@user-zz6qz3lk9t Жыл бұрын

oh wow these age more beautiful than I thought

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

I really like them too. Thanks for watching.

@trevdustin6357 Жыл бұрын

really love the honey vibram rubber. i have zero education i picked it for astethics only, but it was noticably softer, squishier, springier

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’ll look into this. Sounds very interesting.

@obliqueorder Жыл бұрын

I'd get your boots resoled right away! Might as wear something you like! Great video. Thanks for putting it together

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! It’s tough for me to throw away a sole that has good life left though. It’s the principal of the thing lol.

@OGBunney Жыл бұрын

I just brought IR to get resoled and the tred was worn completely flat. I wore through to the stitching just like yours are but it never split or separated at all. I would not worry about the stitches at all

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Ok great, thanks for the info. Let me know how the resole works out.

@18YoungFLY Жыл бұрын

I've had my 8083s for 6 years now, and I love them!

@Sac_153 Жыл бұрын

That Toyota 4Runner has a gooch air blaster 3000 don’t see those everyday

@djc4962 2 ай бұрын

I have two of them for dress up one in black and brown they go well with suits. And white loging boots for working

@shogekimura 6 ай бұрын

my hawthorne muleksinners are my favorite by far. so comfortable. i recently bought a pair of the copper and holy shit is there such a big difference. They're so incredibly stiff, even more so than the amber harness i have.

@westod5502 Жыл бұрын

You can dye the boots back to the original colour easily if you remove the waterproof coating, usually with acetone.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks, very interesting.

@toastybuns5281 Жыл бұрын

Have driven a lot of vehicles (from a Civic to an old Toyota like yours to big rigs) in my RW's. Can definitely be a bit clumsy with Rangers. My Harvesters are my fav for driving stick in.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Awesome. These old toyota trucks are really quite small.

@263sparky3 Жыл бұрын

Just ordered mine. Should be on my feet in a couple weeks. I plan on using them as a legit work boot

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Awesome. I wish you a million happy, healthy miles in them.

@MachineGod69 Жыл бұрын

I have the mule skinners also, mine are very dark. Soles look like yours, not the most comfortable, just ok. I’ll have mine resolved as well, at some point. I’ve been wearing my “nicks overlanders”for work lately. My Nicks Americana’s are my Favorite though. Cool video👍

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I think when i get them resoled i’ll go with a leather midsole. I suspect the cork has disintegrated at the flex point and clumped up around my big toe. Its giving me some discomfort there. That may actually fast forward my resole.

@freeatlast7262 Жыл бұрын

Just bought my first pair about 9 days ago. They're breaking in nicely. I'm going back to get the cleaning kit. I figure it will be worth it for the long term.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Cool! Good luck with your pair.

@freeatlast9741 Жыл бұрын

@@hell0all Thank you. Have a marvelous day.

@fistofice Жыл бұрын

When you get them resoled, if you are going to get a softer rubber, you might want thicker/more aggressive lugged soles. better grip and will last longer even with the softer material.

@fessendenful 13 күн бұрын

I went to the local Red Wing store and tried on IR's - no dice for me! Went home and ordered Truman Boots for not much more $. Very happy now. IR's are good, but there are much better options that are local American companies and not corporations. I love my Trumans!

@jacoblowe387 2 ай бұрын

really want a pair but in the uk it rains alot so not sure cant choose between these or the 1907 moc

@EvilSSP Жыл бұрын

I almost bought these until I found the Jim Green AR8. They're a different style but IMO far higher quality boot for less money.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

very cool looking boot

@R.J._Lewis Жыл бұрын

Sole wear is a personal preference, obviously, but you have a long way to go before I'd consider resoling them if they were mine. Some people do replace the heels and not the sole when they get too rounded, depending on how their footfall feels in the boot.

@martyshields5047 Жыл бұрын

When might your next update be posted?

@qltyboots Жыл бұрын

Great boots. I have them also

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@deXXXXter2 Жыл бұрын

Have you resoled them now? Or still keeping them with original soles?

@jquill6 Жыл бұрын

My blacksmith (same soles) are about 18mths and are showing the same amount of sole wear, particularly the heels. I wish they’d cut a channel for the stickers around the edges of the sole so that you get a little longer before you blow through them , cost issues I guess. Pretty happy with the sole’s otherwise. I think I’ll probably resole these in the spring. Overall delighted with the boots and am currently thinking of getting a pair of iron rangers.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Awesome, What sole are you thinking of putting on?

@jquill6 Жыл бұрын

@@hell0all I haven’t had much trouble with slippage with the mini lug sole though they are firm on long walks on concrete. I was thinking of getting them resoled with black Christie soles like those used in their Moc toes (the boots are charcoal)

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

@@jquill6 Whoa that sounds sick.

@jquill6 Жыл бұрын

@@hell0all yeah I’m not too sure it would work tho with the steel shanks in the blacksmiths 🤔

@jquill6 Жыл бұрын

Plus I like the “work boot” look of them with the current soles .

@jonathanjonathan7386 9 ай бұрын

how many miles do u reckon uve walked in them in the 1.5 year period? and can u recommend a shoe tree with a tight fit? thanks

@Manlopsan2 8 ай бұрын

Hey it’s been a while since you last posted some videos….. Do you still have the Iron Rangers?

@matshallin6141 4 ай бұрын

Hey there! How are the shoes going on? :-)

@edyue1 Жыл бұрын

The nitrile cork on the former 8113’s are way more grippy with what feels like a higher rubber content and the bits of cork. I only have 1 pair of Iron Rangers (4313 Spirit Lakes) that have the Vibram mini-lug and it feels mor plasticky and way less grip. Too bad Reed Wing seems to be moving away from the Nitrile Corks in favor of the Vibram mini-lug 🤦🏻‍♂️

@Trex100 Жыл бұрын

Really cool vid Hello All. Thanks.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Trex100 5 ай бұрын

@@hell0all Hey, have you re-soled them yet?

@hell0all 5 ай бұрын

@@Trex100 Not yet, I’ll make an update video for 3 years in March. Then they are going for the swap. Suggestions?

@Trex100 5 ай бұрын

@@hell0all Oh, cool. No, I have no suggestions. I would probably stick with the standard mini lug - but I'm thinking a veg-tan midsole might be nice as a wee upgrade.I look forward to seeing what you decide on. Thanks again for your videos.

@lafandio8954 Жыл бұрын

I really want to love these boots but In my experience they're mad uncomfortable even after breaking them in. I've had mine for over a year now and I can't usually stand in them for more than a few hours. I think part of it is a sizing issue though which is unfortunate, and I've kind of messed up the toungue on one of them trying to make it stay straight.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Yea sizing is tricky. I ordered a few pairs so i could try them on and ended up going a full size down.

@dsonyay Жыл бұрын

Are the guy from Law and Order and Full Metal Jacket?

@markmullen1852 Жыл бұрын

Lots of comments below about ppl babying their Iron Rangers. Don't. The more you wear them, the better the patina. Every 6 months with heavy use, clean them and use Obenaufs leather conditioner. Get some different conditioner for the roughout leather like the 8083 Muleskinners in this video. I have the 8111's and these 8083's. They look better the more you wear them. 2.5 years of wear and they're fantastic.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Good advice here.

@SirBigChungus Жыл бұрын

Red Wing should pay you commission. Your videos make me want a pair!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

I like your thinking lol. Thanks for watching.

@Jay-rd6fe Жыл бұрын

if you want flat soles id say try danite their alot softer but not to soft itl give you some more grip /and when to resole it truly depends on how much you ware them id say you ware them everyday usually every 2 years aso depending what soles

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

thanks for the advice

@Nyelands 7 ай бұрын

Have you ever cleaned them?

@filippocecchelli 7 ай бұрын

hi, where did you get the shoe trees you put inside the boots?

@hell0all 7 ай бұрын

woodlore

@HaydonRyan Жыл бұрын

What are the boot trees you’re using there? Great video!

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Thanks! The trees are made by woodlore.

@brycecrousore1985 Жыл бұрын

Great video. If you ever want updates/upgrades to your RW's, check out Aaron at Revive Shoe Repair. Excellent Red Wing work, and you can see it on his KZfaq channel.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

I checked it out! Awesome stuff. Thanks!

@unclerojelio6320 Жыл бұрын

River place Trail?

@nachos_70firebird66 Жыл бұрын

I own a 8111 Iron Ranger it's 9 year's old. Only complaint very uncomfortable for me while driving a standard transmission vehicle.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Not many of us left lol. Thanks for watching.

@hangles7279 6 ай бұрын

That extra wear on your right shoe is likely from driving, in case that wasn’t commented sooner (I couldn’t find it)

@DB-me3jt Жыл бұрын

Roughout IR’s are the best for patina

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Indeed, i’m really happy with how they are looking.

@pinchpeak5203 Жыл бұрын

Stick shift and Iron Ranger club 🤟

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

good to meet another member!

@slimydick23 Жыл бұрын

2:17 you're showing a pair of Copper Rough and Tough Rangers brand new, the 8085. You're holding the Muleskinners. An entirely different type and color of leather so of course they look different.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

No those are the muleskinners at 2:17.

@mrandmrscorona8658 Жыл бұрын

Yeap I would prefer a bit larger lug

@stevecrawford7814 Жыл бұрын

Cool videos must be time for an update.

@ammary215 Жыл бұрын

Whats the story on the cool 4runner?

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

oh wow, that sure is a story. 16 years with me. 2 engines, repainted, fenders, bumpers, soft top. Camping, cruising etc. Ive had alot of fun with it!

@user-fm6ud3en2y Жыл бұрын

Can I get id of your jeans your wearing?

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Levis 502

@LamondB Жыл бұрын

I have taken my down to leather.

@oledog8391 Жыл бұрын

Waterproofing will can leather color.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

For sure darkened it. Good point.

@Cotivity Жыл бұрын

I've seen no content from others that seems to disparage the Rangers, so it seems like you just really wanted to profess your love of them...got it.

@thomashansen3450 10 ай бұрын

have the same soles on my blacksmiths. In my opinion they are much too hard to walk on pavement. It hurts thge joints.

@travr6 Жыл бұрын

I hate that sole. I resoled mine with Vibram Montagna immediately. Love the Iron Rangers but absolutely hate the sole Redwing uses.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Yea it’s not great. I’ll look into this montagna. Thanks for the suggestion.

@Loganedward29 Жыл бұрын

Can't justify over 300 for a mid tier boot. With Whites and Nick's having much higher quality and entry level shoes like Thursday it's just not ideal for me. Always wanted a pair but not for 300

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Indeed, I suppose they’re not for everyone. Thanks for watching.

@splootan Жыл бұрын

Of course you had to look like a hipster, that’s why I won’t buy Redwings

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Cool.

@spencerd1079 Жыл бұрын

Check out Wyatt and Dad Cobblers, they have Dr. Sole’s now which are much softer and grippier, they can also do a logger sole with super cool or stacked leather.

@hell0all Жыл бұрын

Will do. Thanks for the suggestions.

@aaronbrewer1742 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the video. I have been more convinced that the iron ranger is NOT the boot for me. In between the sloppy / loose fit and the dangerously slick sole, these boots are a complete waste of $350. They look pretty, however they are less functional than a screen door on a submarine. The way that these clunky bricks make it difficult for your to shift gears looks absolutely cumbersome too. Thank you for saving me $350.