I've had my 3345s for a little over a year now, and I couldn't be happier. I use them at the office and for casual day to day use. They have become so comfortable despite the thin sole. I can easily get my 10 thousand steps in and not be crying at the end of the day. The brown leather is peeking through in a few spots here and there, but I feel that it only adds to the beauty of these gorgeous boots. I love your channel and how you've expanded to more than just boots.
I love the way that the prairie leather like the klondike fades to brown. Usually black leather fades to grey but fading to brown is so much better. When shopping for a black leather jacket I will look for one in a "teacore" leather.
Love the review. The black leather is aging beautifully. I'd be very interested in seeing a review on something from Dawson Denim. They're based in Sussex and seem to have an original take on their jeans. Love the channel
Thank you for posting this review. The subtle brown showing through the black is amazing patina! Your first impression video of the Black Prairie Blacksmiths inspired me to get my own, and this video is only affirming what a good boot decision these are. Thank you for the conditioner experiment too.
Over pronation is when your foot rolls too far inwards and under pronation is when your foot rolls further to the outside than it should. Usually your foot will land at the outside corner of your heel and roll forward towards the big toe to absorb shock. If your heel counter and back of the shoe is bent and leaning inward that's a sign of over pronation though it can be more subtle than that. If your forefoot wears towards the outside of the front of the sole rather than over the ball of the foot that's a sign of under pronation. It can be a lot more complex than that with all sorts of information about the ideal angle different parts of your body should be at different points in the gait cycle but most of us have adapted to our imperfect gait and biomechanics and in most cases it's only worth correcting if it's causing you an issue.
@@wescobts not sure how you have approached breaking in but half an hour or so a day around the house before going for any long periods has always been helpful for me
@@jamesmarkham7489 Yes thank you . I should have been more clear, mine are the first generation Beckmans, and I feel the rear cut of the boot in the shaft area is a bit tight. I am unable to lace to the top and skip the very top. On the other hand my Iron Rangers are the bomb !!
YES!! The patina is spectacular. Been waiting for a Devon Reviewer Red Wing video and here you are; thank you so much, sir. BTW ... did you see the Beckman is being re-released? Immediately thought of you. Cheers from Minnesota ... just down the road from Red Wing.
Devon! I just saw your review of the Victorinox Farmer back from 2014 that was a 2 year review, could you do a 10 year review if you still use that? Id love to see a long term review 😄
I like the toe curl that your Blacksmith are getting! I don't know if you use shoetrees in those, but I say don't and let the boot curl up some more! It gives it great character
It’s funny.. I have those exact boots on my feet right now, and my breaks aren’t as nearly as pipey as yours 🤔 Don’t get me wrong, they’re well creased, but all the breaks are finer, like a series of small cracks. The black finish actually gives the creases more texture, because what you’re seeing is more than the folds/creases in the leather, you’re seeing the finish give, and crack along the surface where it’s being bent. Also I’m noticing by the worn pair you showed in the sun.. the antique brass is just a finish 🤦🏻♂️ it wears off and exposes bright brass beneath, fu**. I’m getting my hooks swapped for eyes, so maybe I’ll run the 9060 hardware. Do you use shoe trees? Maybe that’s why mine don’t have that loose grain pipey-ness 🤷🏻♂️ They look great though man, good video, great taste. People sleep on the 3345, let’s wake em up 😎
I've been having my eye on some Red Wings just because of the value for what you get. Wonder how they compare to the Beckmans. Beckmans look a bit less casual
Do you use boot trees? My pair which is 3 years older still retained much of its original shape because of it. The only model that I am having trouble with retaining shape even with boot trees are any of the roughout models. Although they are from the same material, I think the roughout acts like a sponge and just don't naturally dry out fast enough before its next usage.
No I don’t use trees on my redwings… I don’t mind them losing a little shape, I prefer the slightly beaten up look.. I do use them for my more formal shoes
You will not get the toe collapse with blacksmith or current beckman. They both have extra material that prevents the toe from collapsing or shaping to your foot shape. It’s a shame really. Next time you resole, you can ask the cobbler to remove the insert and relast the boots.
I’ve had a pair of these for about two years. The patina has come through nicely and I use RW neutral cream twice a year x
I've had my 3345s for a little over a year now, and I couldn't be happier. I use them at the office and for casual day to day use. They have become so comfortable despite the thin sole. I can easily get my 10 thousand steps in and not be crying at the end of the day. The brown leather is peeking through in a few spots here and there, but I feel that it only adds to the beauty of these gorgeous boots. I love your channel and how you've expanded to more than just boots.
Thank you, I hope you enjoy your boots evolving as much as I do!
I love the way that the prairie leather like the klondike fades to brown. Usually black leather fades to grey but fading to brown is so much better. When shopping for a black leather jacket I will look for one in a "teacore" leather.
Love the review. The black leather is aging beautifully.
I'd be very interested in seeing a review on something from Dawson Denim. They're based in Sussex and seem to have an original take on their jeans.
Love the channel
Thank you for posting this review. The subtle brown showing through the black is amazing patina! Your first impression video of the Black Prairie Blacksmiths inspired me to get my own, and this video is only affirming what a good boot decision these are. Thank you for the conditioner experiment too.
Excellent, please to hear that and enjoy your boots!
Over pronation is when your foot rolls too far inwards and under pronation is when your foot rolls further to the outside than it should.
Usually your foot will land at the outside corner of your heel and roll forward towards the big toe to absorb shock.
If your heel counter and back of the shoe is bent and leaning inward that's a sign of over pronation though it can be more subtle than that. If your forefoot wears towards the outside of the front of the sole rather than over the ball of the foot that's a sign of under pronation.
It can be a lot more complex than that with all sorts of information about the ideal angle different parts of your body should be at different points in the gait cycle but most of us have adapted to our imperfect gait and biomechanics and in most cases it's only worth correcting if it's causing you an issue.
Thanks so much for the update! Greatly appreciated
and those truman boots look amazing
Thanks, will be posting on those very soon!
I have two pairs of Beckmans. Very similar profile and amazingly comfortable. Love the look you have on these.
Thank you, the beckmans are on my list!
I must have had the one off, my Beckmans tear my feet up, going today for new insoles... we can only hope...
@@wescobts not sure how you have approached breaking in but half an hour or so a day around the house before going for any long periods has always been helpful for me
@@wescobts conditioner is very helpful for softening up the upper leather.
@@jamesmarkham7489 Yes thank you . I should have been more clear, mine are the first generation Beckmans, and I feel the rear cut of the boot in the shaft area is a bit tight. I am unable to lace to the top and skip the very top. On the other hand my Iron Rangers are the bomb !!
YES!! The patina is spectacular. Been waiting for a Devon Reviewer Red Wing video and here you are; thank you so much, sir. BTW ... did you see the Beckman is being re-released? Immediately thought of you. Cheers from Minnesota ... just down the road from Red Wing.
My pleasure! The beckmans are on my list!
Devon! I just saw your review of the Victorinox Farmer back from 2014 that was a 2 year review, could you do a 10 year review if you still use that? Id love to see a long term review 😄
Interesting review.
A review of the socks would be great....
Thanks it will come, I have been meaning to do one for ages!
I like the toe curl that your Blacksmith are getting! I don't know if you use shoetrees in those, but I say don't and let the boot curl up some more! It gives it great character
No trees in these, I prefer my RWs to look a bit beaten up!
It’s funny.. I have those exact boots on my feet right now, and my breaks aren’t as nearly as pipey as yours 🤔 Don’t get me wrong, they’re well creased, but all the breaks are finer, like a series of small cracks. The black finish actually gives the creases more texture, because what you’re seeing is more than the folds/creases in the leather, you’re seeing the finish give, and crack along the surface where it’s being bent.
Also I’m noticing by the worn pair you showed in the sun.. the antique brass is just a finish 🤦🏻♂️ it wears off and exposes bright brass beneath, fu**. I’m getting my hooks swapped for eyes, so maybe I’ll run the 9060 hardware. Do you use shoe trees? Maybe that’s why mine don’t have that loose grain pipey-ness 🤷🏻♂️ They look great though man, good video, great taste. People sleep on the 3345, let’s wake em up 😎
Those looks amazing
They do don’t they!
I've been having my eye on some Red Wings just because of the value for what you get. Wonder how they compare to the Beckmans. Beckmans look a bit less casual
Beckmans are fine. They both look identical after being broken in. But blacksmith is more comfortable I find.
I think the beckmans come in some pretty nice leathers and have a slightly lower profile on the toe.. they are lovely boots!
You can always use a natural cream. 1-2 times a year with a light coat. That should not change the tecore effect.
Thank you that is useful to know!
Do you use boot trees? My pair which is 3 years older still retained much of its original shape because of it. The only model that I am having trouble with retaining shape even with boot trees are any of the roughout models. Although they are from the same material, I think the roughout acts like a sponge and just don't naturally dry out fast enough before its next usage.
No I don’t use trees on my redwings… I don’t mind them losing a little shape, I prefer the slightly beaten up look.. I do use them for my more formal shoes
I've read the extra money for boot trees isn't justified, vs shoe trees. I use the latter in all my boots and they've done the job.
Any chance of an update post leather cream?
Sure.. will probably get some pic up on Insta, make sure you follow me over there!
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Great review 👌🏾👍🏾🤩
Thank you 🤗
I can’t wait to get these 😅
I think you will be pleased!
Personally, I black polish mine as like newish look.
It’s nice to have that option, I want these pretty beaten up, but I can always tone that down
Awesome boots!
Yes!
Looking good!
Thanks!
You will not get the toe collapse with blacksmith or current beckman. They both have extra material that prevents the toe from collapsing or shaping to your foot shape. It’s a shame really. Next time you resole, you can ask the cobbler to remove the insert and relast the boots.
Yeah they hold up pretty well don’t they!
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Thank you 😊
That’s a nasty dig on the toe cap, You’ve certainly abused them!