Came here because I have been thinking of getting myself some Timbs for some time now, and thought this would be the Christmas that I do that. But finding out that a $200 boot is cement welted was a wake-up call to me. If I'm paying that amount for a lesser known brand, I will get shoes that last me a life-time if well taken care of. I bought €150 shoes back in 2016 with my first paycheck and not only are they good looking, they are also good to use until this day. Thank you for your service
I’ve owned 3 pairs of timberland pros waterproof in black for blue collar work. They last for about 3 years under heavy use. The glue separates and the bottom of the shoe eventually flaps. They were paid for by the company so it didn’t bother me. If it was my choice, I’d go with red wings or anything with a welt
I owned a pair of Timberlands when I was maybe 9 years old; I remember the tops of the toes started to warp, buckle, and collapse in on themselves, and the waterproofing lasted exactly 2 wears. They're definitely a better urban fashion piece than work book or hiking boot!
Unless you are 10 right now, your experience doesn’t represent the present. They have a verity of different boots with different styles and materials. I have three pairs, each a different style, color and for a different purpose, and none are the yellow ones shown here. I’m not saying they are the best boots But for $200 and under they definitely should have a place in one’s closet
I wouldn’t wear regular Timberlands, but for work, the Timb Pro line should suit many well. Lots of guys I knew when I worked outdoor labor wore them. I’m a redwing guy personally but I’d say Timb Pros are probably worth it, not sure about regular Timbs.
Our company financed us a small stipend to get timberland pros. I'm heavier so I burned through the soles quickly. One of the pairs I received had poor waterproofing. I will say they were quite comfortable.
I am an Allen Edmonds guy. I have three pairs of Higgins Mill, one in black, brown, and Camo. They have served me very, very well and I feel that with proper care, quality shoe trees, and rotation, they will outlive me.
I've been wearing Timberland boots for decades. Don't care about any of the style aspects. I've just been buying the same 2 styles as I've always gotten. Just daily drivers that can fit my size 15 feet. It's hard finding good shoes at my size. Also, it gives me support and is waterproof. Not marry to Timberland but enjoy the shoes
Made the switch to Thorogood and never going back. Timberland along with many others have sacrificed quality for profit. But you know what they say about opinions. Thanks gents keep up the superb work.
I wear my timberline everyday and I like them the most compared to other shoes or sneakers I have because when I stand or walk a lot due the work that’s the only boot helps me not having knee or back pain at end of the day. The only thing I would recommend is having a anti fatigue insole in them it changes the boot completely.
I don't know about work boots, but Timberlands are the only hiking boots I'll buy. They fit perfectly, they last a long time and they are lightweight and comfortable. works well for me
The premiums aren’t ‘snow’ boots to wear on an alpine hike but they are sufficiently insulated and have a grippy sole that are more than enough to work in an icy New York winter⛄️
I am 62 years old. Been wearing these boots since I was 18 . The 8" high boots. The best boot on this earth. My wife wears them too!!!! Every 3 years I bought a new pair!!!!!
As work boots, no (but the Timberland Pro line is pretty good for that) As a fashion item, lining up with the purpose of this channel, yes. They look nice and are very versityle, going along with lots of different looks
Timberlands are having one bad feature- silicone insoles. They are the main reason for your feet to sweat. I used to remove them or replace with real leather ones without silicone cushioning. About the quality - the originals are of very good quality. But I had bought two dressier pairs. One - chukka: had a sole glued off at heel part after 4 months of wear, got fixed by the seller and afterwards worn for 7 years until the sole became so thin that I punctured it by finger. Other ones were chelsy boots. Wore them occasionally - once a week for two in between seasons. Opted for a heel top replacement and no cobbler was able to glue this- all heeltops fell off after a day of walking. I wonder what kind of a sole it was if no glue can fix it. Nailing for this sole was not an option.
Timberland Pro boots are decent boots especially for a brand that is more widely sold but most of their boots are little more than a heavy sneaker because of how many standard features are missing.
I don't know what happened with Timberland in the late 90s. I bought a pair in the UK and they were lethal when walking on a mopped floor. I might as well have been wearing skates. I eventually gave up on them after some near-misses, almost breaking my neck and haven't worn them since.
Same. Plus the vinyl on the ankle padding split and flaked off. I haven't touched them since, although was gifted a nice watch once, which i still have....... somewhere.
a change in sole material, construction quality and _country of origin_ are what happened. 🙄 last pair i bought that were fine was in 1988 and that was already new old stock. just had them upgraded in the mid-90s with a new mid sole and some Vibram soles by a cobbler when the original ones got wonky. still comfy 35 years and two resoles later but they would not have lasted this long if worn every day. good care and rotation can go a long way for that kind of boots too. that said, those are not proper work boots nor hiking ones. check Trenton & Heath videos on the same kind of restomod they did on more recent ones. 😉
They’re okay given their price. For outdoor use (motorcycling) or light working conditions (garden) I’ve gotten a cobbler to put more sturdy vibram soles on them. Also, together with my boots looking really worn (I do shine them), this added a personal touch.
I have Timberlands! I like them and got them for the culturrrrre :) They are highly scuffed up. I didn’t take care of them. They’re still waterproof and keep my foot warm.
Rose Anvil already covered this months ago. No, the regular ones are junk and the upgrades are still probably not as good as Red Wings or something for the price.
That's not what "irony" means, but since this is mostly about "streetwear" which is just for trendy idiots who throw away their shoes every other season, it doesn't really matter how long the shoes last, either.
Um, I think you're also using "utilitarian" wrong. The hiking boots and such are maybe more use case specific, which would be sort-of the opposite when describing an all-around outdoorsy boot that is MEANT to be more utilitarian even if they are used more for fashion. The fact that they are actually LOUSY for outdoorsy use and workwear is just an overall failure of construction or whatever, not original design intent.
If I were in construction on a budget I’d pass on these and go with either Rock rooster wedge or caterpillar. Otherwise, their a boot you’d were for a date night but not a serious work wear boot.
Bought Salamander goretex timberland style boots for the winter. Sadly they slip a lot when its cold and wet. I appled shoe shine not realizing it would change its color. Now my pairs have full dark brown color.😂
I've got a pair of 'Premium' Timbies and they're great as a style item with a little bit of weather resilience. But because the leather has been coated with some sort of plastic to waterproof them, they don't breathe at all. You'll start soaking your socks with sweat before long. Material wise, Timberland has been cutting some serious corners to make an extra buck. Rose Anvil has done a nice cut through and analysis recently. No longer worth the money they charge...
The fact is because of the hue in leather you almost need two pairs. One to keep pristine and one for work. And because of that I’d rather go with a more universal red wing. But again the toe cap is all I want to see in a new model and I’d swap back.
Had them in high school, 90s hip hop of course, and would have them as work boots if that were my choice of work. Yes, Timbs will always be worth it to me.
I have tried them on. I was looking for some durable boots to work in, and took a look at Timberland boots. My opinion is that they are not boots, in any traditional sense of the word. They are sneakers. Hightop sneakers with tread. The construction and fit are like sneakers, and they seem to fit into the style market where sneakers would otherwise be worn. Understand that this isn't an attack on the boots. That isn't what I want out of boots, but that doesn't mean others might. Looking at the opposite end of the spectrum, dress boots are typically boot versions of dress shoes. You wouldn't wear them for work either, in spite of the Goodyear welt. And they make lousy sneakers. If I wear a dress boot, I expect it to fit and feel like a dress shoe. This means some break-in, as you'd expect. They eventually become like extensions of your feet, and are completely comfortable. Sneakers are comfortable right away, but they don't become more comfortable over time. And eventually you wear them out and throw them away. Dress boots and work boots can't be replaced with sneakers to my satisfaction, even if you dress them up as boots.
I go for a Panama Jack over a Timberlands every day of the year. It's way to cheaply made for the price. And in my eyes a Panama Jack looks and feels better
I’ve had 2 pairs in my life, they haven’t lasted me that long. Last pair got a hole in the soul of of it, not a grey work boot. Saving up to get a pair of JK Fire Inlanders.
I don’t own any, but I can see why someone would. They’re attractive enough and not outrageously expensive. If I had to pick between them and Coogis (which I have owned, due to my dad’s unfortunate enjoyment of them), I’d definitely pick the boots.
Good Brand, I have _(brown)_ *Forest Hill* shoes, I believe they are pre Timberland or have been brought by Timberland! I believe they are called _"Boat Shoes?"_ Can any one tell me about *Forest Hill* shoes? Are they the same as *Timberland?*
I’d be interested in a philosophical discussion of where ‘heritage fashion’ as a whole fits into the concept of ‘classic style’. Do you guys consider it as just a subset?
@@Enrico- it’s quite a niche difference I’ll grant you but I associate the term heritage fashion with a trend of wearing clothing inspired by heritage workwear or military wear as casual clothing. This wasn’t necessarily done in period and therefore not necessarily part of classic style. An example may be the use of workwear or military inspired boots casually when in period they wouldn’t have been. People would have been much more likely to wear a lace up shoe (e.g. derby or brogue) or loafers when going out socially rather than the work boots that they spent their work week in (assuming they could afford more than one pair of shoes/boots). However today seeing some Redwing boots in a casual setting is totally normal, is that an example of modern “heritage” fashion or still classic style? I’m interested in the debate
Interesting take. I bet the presenters haven't seen a goodyear welt, much less worn one. To begin with, the thing is ungodly heavy. Usual hard-wearing boot in that style (think Iron rangers), lasts for ~7 years with 3 or more resoles. timbs last 3 years max. I haven't seen anyone in heritage space claiming 20 year track records, unless you wear your boots storing them in your wardrobe.
These look like old school work boots but they very much are not the same. I've worn many boots like this over the years and the sole glue always starts to fail after a short time. They are more delicate than dress shoes, just perfect for so-called "work boots". If you want legitimate work boots, might be worth a look in your country's army's surplus stores. My country's army sells the boots they use, they're under 180€ and have some nice features. Should be good for rough terrain and hard work. The thick leather should withstand a hard beating, plus way easier to clean than suede (that is, if you wax them, you should always do that with leather shoes).
I prefer other Timberland boots than the classic one ... Timberland has a strong brand name, so it reflects on the price - i.e. expensive for what it is. On the other hand, it often goes on sale, so wait for a sale, never buy full price. These days, I really love my Rockroosters. Made in China, goodyear-welted, Vibram soles, reasonable price, looks good.
Dude! I was just thinking that. I live in Salt Lake UT and these soles are slippery. The only reason why I got these was to not slip in the snow ❄️ 🤦♀️
When it comes to boots, I wear only military-issue boots such as Altama, Belleville, and OTB, if I'm dressing casually with blue jeans. I live in Northern Minnesota, and much like rural Northern Indiana (where I come from), functionality trumps style. Timberland is for brand normies who are buying for style rather than value, IMHO.
@@michaelwilliams-nq6zgdepends you are alright with cheap materials and fast fashion then yes they are worth it. If you want them well made to last longer then no they aren't
@@elcfilesthey always say yes or something along the lines of "depends if that's what you like". These are objectively bad work boots but for casual wear they're still a big upgrade over something like trainers. Personally I find it insulting that work boots cannot survive anything more than mildly demanding work environments, but to each their own.
I love mine, they're exceedingly comfortable, but.. after maybe a month of use the "cushion" at the top of the boot 🥾 started coming apart from the leather and the sole started to separate too. I'll be honest, I bought them as a daily boot, and they are now a good 5-6 years old, so they HAVE lasted.. in that state.. but for a pair of €200 "fashion" boots to "fail" so quickly AND then I got NO after sales service. I'd say not worth it.
No they are not I absolutely hate them. Bought mine 4 years. They are not warm you need to use thick warm socks to keep warm and to cushion your feet because of how hard inside they are. Oh and be prepared to slide around if there’s even a little ice slippery on the ground.
@@dragonoidx Best value prob Meermin linea meastro, TLB Mallorca, top 5 best brands: probably bespoke handwelted lines from London or Italian high end shoemakers like Bontoni etc. But for the price I'd always go with a bespoke shoemaker that you can visit and where you like the style. Handwelted if possible.
I tend to prefer my boots to be more utilitarian, so Timberlands don't really do it for me on that front when something like a Merrell moab or thermo runs around $110-150. If i'm getting boots for non-active wear, I'd rather go for a goodyear welt since those last forever
Im always split on things like this. On one hand, wear what you like because thats your right. But in the other hand, why are you wearing workwear as fashion? The worst I've seen is people wearing Carhartt doublefront duck pants to lunch with me. Maybe its because I wear workwear 5 days a week for my career but it just seems pointless.
I currently own 6 of these and they've been great, they are indeed waterproof enough for rain and walking on a few inches of water. Certainly more waterproof than my Redwings. You don't necessarily have to pay full price for these as they routinely go on sale for big discounts if you wait for one, I got two of the 6in classic for under $100. Additionally, do note that the ones you usually see are the casual fashion ones. If you want the real working people line, they have another range of models for that, steel toes and everything and costs a lot more.
I would agree with this review. They’re reasonable well made and iconic. Not the most practical or cheapest so buy if it’s looks and brand you’re after My CATs boots are still going strong after 15 years. Tough as nails
Interesting, I've wondered what had happened to this style of boot. Had no idea they'd become fashionable again in certain spheres. When I was a teen in VT, a look-alike (possibly the original?) was made/sold by a brand named Dunham (now Rockport) and were popular w/blue-collar workers (i.e. nearly all workers there at the time) and their kids. It helped that they were made in VT and that there was a Dunham's outlet store nearby. I wore mine on my paper delivery job (100% on foot) and they were fairly waterproof, as well as on my burger joint job where they were pretty good about resisting grease and other stains. These boots, along with a fixed-blade buck knife in a holster on your belt (yes, at school too!) were what you wore if you wanted to signal that you were just a modest, working-class Joe, among your modest, working-class peers, even if you *were* going to Harvard when you graduated.
I owe a pair of the OG Tan Timbs. I like the look but I don’t think I’d use them as workboots, more for casual wear. Now I have another pair for the winter that has a rubber cover over the toes, fur around the ankle, have great tread on the bottom, and have a thermal rating of 200g. These boots are amazing and completely changed my mind on Timbs. I believe they would be considered “hiking boots” which I always recommend for working on roofs. These boots have held up much better than my Merril boots or Columbia boots. Also one HUGE plus for these is they surprisingly don’t crease around the toes when bending unlike the OG Timbs. I work on roofs in Chicago doing solar all throughout the year no matter the weather. So quality footwear is a must.
Quality REALLY changes from country to country. In Eastern Europe (particulary Ukraine) Timberlands is the worst you can but. It's overpriced and poor quality. Catarpillar is much more honest boots.
Came here because I have been thinking of getting myself some Timbs for some time now, and thought this would be the Christmas that I do that. But finding out that a $200 boot is cement welted was a wake-up call to me. If I'm paying that amount for a lesser known brand, I will get shoes that last me a life-time if well taken care of. I bought €150 shoes back in 2016 with my first paycheck and not only are they good looking, they are also good to use until this day. Thank you for your service
I’ve owned 3 pairs of timberland pros waterproof in black for blue collar work. They last for about 3 years under heavy use. The glue separates and the bottom of the shoe eventually flaps. They were paid for by the company so it didn’t bother me. If it was my choice, I’d go with red wings or anything with a welt
I owned a pair of Timberlands when I was maybe 9 years old; I remember the tops of the toes started to warp, buckle, and collapse in on themselves, and the waterproofing lasted exactly 2 wears. They're definitely a better urban fashion piece than work book or hiking boot!
Unless you are 10 right now, your experience doesn’t represent the present. They have a verity of different boots with different styles and materials. I have three pairs, each a different style, color and for a different purpose, and none are the yellow ones shown here.
I’m not saying they are the best boots
But for $200 and under they definitely should have a place in one’s closet
Did a lot of serious work and technical hiking when you were nine, huh? I feel ya...
@@tucobakunin8250 Children don’t work in coal mines enough anymore and it’s making the country weak! Chinese children are working laps around us!😂
I wouldn’t wear regular Timberlands, but for work, the Timb Pro line should suit many well. Lots of guys I knew when I worked outdoor labor wore them. I’m a redwing guy personally but I’d say Timb Pros are probably worth it, not sure about regular Timbs.
Glad to hear your insight! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Our company financed us a small stipend to get timberland pros. I'm heavier so I burned through the soles quickly. One of the pairs I received had poor waterproofing. I will say they were quite comfortable.
I am an Allen Edmonds guy. I have three pairs of Higgins Mill, one in black, brown, and Camo. They have served me very, very well and I feel that with proper care, quality shoe trees, and rotation, they will outlive me.
Great video. Very informative. I’ve worn Timberland’s for years. I’ve always been pleased with their fit and quality.
I've been wearing Timberland boots for decades. Don't care about any of the style aspects. I've just been buying the same 2 styles as I've always gotten. Just daily drivers that can fit my size 15 feet. It's hard finding good shoes at my size. Also, it gives me support and is waterproof. Not marry to Timberland but enjoy the shoes
Made the switch to Thorogood and never going back. Timberland along with many others have sacrificed quality for profit. But you know what they say about opinions. Thanks gents keep up the superb work.
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I wear my timberline everyday and I like them the most compared to other shoes or sneakers I have because when I stand or walk a lot due the work that’s the only boot helps me not having knee or back pain at end of the day. The only thing I would recommend is having a anti fatigue insole in them it changes the boot completely.
I don't know about work boots, but Timberlands are the only hiking boots I'll buy. They fit perfectly, they last a long time and they are lightweight and comfortable. works well for me
The Timberland White Ledge is my favorite hiker. I have gone through three pair over the years.
The premiums aren’t ‘snow’ boots to wear on an alpine hike but they are sufficiently insulated and have a grippy sole that are more than enough to work in an icy New York winter⛄️
And their genuine hiking boots are reasonably priced and are far more durable than those silly hip-hop fashion boots.
I am 62 years old. Been wearing these boots since I was 18 . The 8" high boots. The best boot on this earth. My wife wears them too!!!! Every 3 years I bought a new pair!!!!!
As work boots, no (but the Timberland Pro line is pretty good for that)
As a fashion item, lining up with the purpose of this channel, yes. They look nice and are very versityle, going along with lots of different looks
Timberlands are having one bad feature- silicone insoles. They are the main reason for your feet to sweat. I used to remove them or replace with real leather ones without silicone cushioning. About the quality - the originals are of very good quality. But I had bought two dressier pairs. One - chukka: had a sole glued off at heel part after 4 months of wear, got fixed by the seller and afterwards worn for 7 years until the sole became so thin that I punctured it by finger. Other ones were chelsy boots. Wore them occasionally - once a week for two in between seasons. Opted for a heel top replacement and no cobbler was able to glue this- all heeltops fell off after a day of walking. I wonder what kind of a sole it was if no glue can fix it. Nailing for this sole was not an option.
Timberland Pro boots are decent boots especially for a brand that is more widely sold but most of their boots are little more than a heavy sneaker because of how many standard features are missing.
I've been thinking about getting some of these, your video definitely helped me in my decision. Thank you.
Glad to be of assistance!
I don't know what happened with Timberland in the late 90s. I bought a pair in the UK and they were lethal when walking on a mopped floor. I might as well have been wearing skates. I eventually gave up on them after some near-misses, almost breaking my neck and haven't worn them since.
Same. Plus the vinyl on the ankle padding split and flaked off. I haven't touched them since, although was gifted a nice watch once, which i still have....... somewhere.
a change in sole material, construction quality and _country of origin_ are what happened. 🙄
last pair i bought that were fine was in 1988 and that was already new old stock. just had them upgraded in the mid-90s with a new mid sole and some Vibram soles by a cobbler when the original ones got wonky. still comfy 35 years and two resoles later but they would not have lasted this long if worn every day. good care and rotation can go a long way for that kind of boots too. that said, those are not proper work boots nor hiking ones.
check Trenton & Heath videos on the same kind of restomod they did on more recent ones. 😉
@@BoroBootBoythat's coz you bought the Basic not the Premium.
that's coz you bought the Basic not the Premium.
@@horitauri heard you the 1st time.... lol
I lived in Portland ME for a few years and usually went up to LL Bean for boots and other outdoor stuff. Thanks for your time, work and posting.....
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Im in Bath ⚓️🇺🇸
If you are into higher end work boots, some Pacific Northwest brands like White's, Nicks, and Viberg are definitely the ons to go.
Sam Neill wore the 8” Premium “Wheat” color as Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park 1993 film.
Thanks for that ROARsome fact! 🦖
@@gentlemansgazette No problem. Glad to inform🤠
This winter I wear black 6 inch model with yellow or orange laces. It's only second season so I cant judge the quality jet.
They’re okay given their price. For outdoor use (motorcycling) or light working conditions (garden) I’ve gotten a cobbler to put more sturdy vibram soles on them. Also, together with my boots looking really worn (I do shine them), this added a personal touch.
I have Timberlands! I like them and got them for the culturrrrre :)
They are highly scuffed up. I didn’t take care of them. They’re still waterproof and keep my foot warm.
I still wear my Timbs or as we in Philly call them "Butters" . Nas, Biggie and a bunch of East Coast rappers were rockin them hard.
My husband, who was a journeyman plumber/pipefitter, swore by his Timberlands.
Rose Anvil already covered this months ago. No, the regular ones are junk and the upgrades are still probably not as good as Red Wings or something for the price.
That's not what "irony" means, but since this is mostly about "streetwear" which is just for trendy idiots who throw away their shoes every other season, it doesn't really matter how long the shoes last, either.
brands I have never bought... [long list]
actually RUN true-to-size??? shrugs
Um, I think you're also using "utilitarian" wrong. The hiking boots and such are maybe more use case specific, which would be sort-of the opposite when describing an all-around outdoorsy boot that is MEANT to be more utilitarian even if they are used more for fashion. The fact that they are actually LOUSY for outdoorsy use and workwear is just an overall failure of construction or whatever, not original design intent.
Don´t like work boots at all. I have chukka boots from Berwick. Good year welted. Same price more or less.
If I were in construction on a budget I’d pass on these and go with either Rock rooster wedge or caterpillar. Otherwise, their a boot you’d were for a date night but not a serious work wear boot.
Why so much hate on the boots? I really like them.
poor construction.
@@joe18750 how so?
The quality used to be great for boots, but that's gone. I still like the boat shoes, though.
Sweet christmas! I haven't worn a pair of Timberlands since high school
Bought Salamander goretex timberland style boots for the winter. Sadly they slip a lot when its cold and wet. I appled shoe shine not realizing it would change its color. Now my pairs have full dark brown color.😂
I've got a pair of 'Premium' Timbies and they're great as a style item with a little bit of weather resilience. But because the leather has been coated with some sort of plastic to waterproof them, they don't breathe at all. You'll start soaking your socks with sweat before long.
Material wise, Timberland has been cutting some serious corners to make an extra buck. Rose Anvil has done a nice cut through and analysis recently.
No longer worth the money they charge...
The fact is because of the hue in leather you almost need two pairs. One to keep pristine and one for work. And because of that I’d rather go with a more universal red wing. But again the toe cap is all I want to see in a new model and I’d swap back.
The key is that they are waterproof. That puts them a step above the others.
Had them in high school, 90s hip hop of course, and would have them as work boots if that were my choice of work. Yes, Timbs will always be worth it to me.
Same reason I wore Timbs
I have tried them on. I was looking for some durable boots to work in, and took a look at Timberland boots.
My opinion is that they are not boots, in any traditional sense of the word. They are sneakers. Hightop sneakers with tread. The construction and fit are like sneakers, and they seem to fit into the style market where sneakers would otherwise be worn.
Understand that this isn't an attack on the boots. That isn't what I want out of boots, but that doesn't mean others might.
Looking at the opposite end of the spectrum, dress boots are typically boot versions of dress shoes. You wouldn't wear them for work either, in spite of the Goodyear welt. And they make lousy sneakers.
If I wear a dress boot, I expect it to fit and feel like a dress shoe. This means some break-in, as you'd expect. They eventually become like extensions of your feet, and are completely comfortable.
Sneakers are comfortable right away, but they don't become more comfortable over time. And eventually you wear them out and throw them away.
Dress boots and work boots can't be replaced with sneakers to my satisfaction, even if you dress them up as boots.
I go for a Panama Jack over a Timberlands every day of the year. It's way to cheaply made for the price. And in my eyes a Panama Jack looks and feels better
i have mine for about two years and they are holding up pretty well.
I'm saving up for then as i could actually see them working with my favorite combo of chinos dark turtle neck shirt and my window painted sports coat
Great review, thanks!
I was going to buy some not long ago but after looking at the review sites I didn't bother so many people have said there garbage
I’ve had 2 pairs in my life, they haven’t lasted me that long. Last pair got a hole in the soul of of it, not a grey work boot. Saving up to get a pair of JK Fire Inlanders.
Agreed, the working class/outdoorsman style has a certain charm that can go with a more classic style.
This is for the winter season
Be prepared to be cold and lock like Bambie on ice 😂
I don’t own any, but I can see why someone would. They’re attractive enough and not outrageously expensive. If I had to pick between them and Coogis (which I have owned, due to my dad’s unfortunate enjoyment of them), I’d definitely pick the boots.
Good Brand, I have _(brown)_ *Forest Hill* shoes, I believe they are pre Timberland or have been brought by Timberland! I believe they are called _"Boat Shoes?"_
Can any one tell me about *Forest Hill* shoes? Are they the same as *Timberland?*
I’ve been wearing Timberland Pros for work for years now. Personally, I haven’t found another work boot to match it.
I’d be interested in a philosophical discussion of where ‘heritage fashion’ as a whole fits into the concept of ‘classic style’. Do you guys consider it as just a subset?
What do you mean? They very much seem the same thing.
@@Enrico- it’s quite a niche difference I’ll grant you but I associate the term heritage fashion with a trend of wearing clothing inspired by heritage workwear or military wear as casual clothing. This wasn’t necessarily done in period and therefore not necessarily part of classic style. An example may be the use of workwear or military inspired boots casually when in period they wouldn’t have been. People would have been much more likely to wear a lace up shoe (e.g. derby or brogue) or loafers when going out socially rather than the work boots that they spent their work week in (assuming they could afford more than one pair of shoes/boots). However today seeing some Redwing boots in a casual setting is totally normal, is that an example of modern “heritage” fashion or still classic style? I’m interested in the debate
I love timberland boots!
Only for style..thats it thats all..wont keep your feet warm,crease quick ....love ll bean boots more as far as keeping feet warm
I’m thinking about getting a pair of their low boots for winter. Would they be good for that? I found a cheap eye lightly used pair in black.
I have a black pair and i think its totally worth the investment
Interesting take. I bet the presenters haven't seen a goodyear welt, much less worn one. To begin with, the thing is ungodly heavy.
Usual hard-wearing boot in that style (think Iron rangers), lasts for ~7 years with 3 or more resoles. timbs last 3 years max. I haven't seen anyone in heritage space claiming 20 year track records, unless you wear your boots storing them in your wardrobe.
I was ill-fitting boots on a' hike.But I still completely it was a one day hike
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These look like old school work boots but they very much are not the same. I've worn many boots like this over the years and the sole glue always starts to fail after a short time. They are more delicate than dress shoes, just perfect for so-called "work boots".
If you want legitimate work boots, might be worth a look in your country's army's surplus stores. My country's army sells the boots they use, they're under 180€ and have some nice features. Should be good for rough terrain and hard work. The thick leather should withstand a hard beating, plus way easier to clean than suede (that is, if you wax them, you should always do that with leather shoes).
I prefer other Timberland boots than the classic one ... Timberland has a strong brand name, so it reflects on the price - i.e. expensive for what it is. On the other hand, it often goes on sale, so wait for a sale, never buy full price.
These days, I really love my Rockroosters. Made in China, goodyear-welted, Vibram soles, reasonable price, looks good.
The 6 inch boots is great for the city. For nature get the hiking Timbs.
I'm from nyc yes they are I just brought 2 pairs
Am I the only one who finds these shoes extremely slippery in the snow?
No it’s crazy I’m just glad I’m not the only one 😂
Dude! I was just thinking that. I live in Salt Lake UT and these soles are slippery. The only reason why I got these was to not slip in the snow ❄️ 🤦♀️
Kyle always rocks the boot-trouser break! :)
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I like the desert boot, this looks more like a soft leather deck shoe with squared off, stitched toes.
When it comes to boots, I wear only military-issue boots such as Altama, Belleville, and OTB, if I'm dressing casually with blue jeans. I live in Northern Minnesota, and much like rural Northern Indiana (where I come from), functionality trumps style. Timberland is for brand normies who are buying for style rather than value, IMHO.
No. Saved you 10 minutes.
Thanks
@@michaelwilliams-nq6zgdepends you are alright with cheap materials and fast fashion then yes they are worth it. If you want them well made to last longer then no they aren't
Thank god (and you ;))!
Lol you didn't even watch it 😅 he says "yes"
@@elcfilesthey always say yes or something along the lines of "depends if that's what you like".
These are objectively bad work boots but for casual wear they're still a big upgrade over something like trainers. Personally I find it insulting that work boots cannot survive anything more than mildly demanding work environments, but to each their own.
Still in heavy rotation and that’s not my NY biased
I love mine, they're exceedingly comfortable, but.. after maybe a month of use the "cushion" at the top of the boot 🥾 started coming apart from the leather and the sole started to separate too. I'll be honest, I bought them as a daily boot, and they are now a good 5-6 years old, so they HAVE lasted.. in that state.. but for a pair of €200 "fashion" boots to "fail" so quickly AND then I got NO after sales service. I'd say not worth it.
It's very cute either for man or woman...his combination was beautiful
Watching this while wearing Timberland‘s.
does Fort belvedere ship to India
US only
We ship worldwide!
We do.
@@gentlemansgazette Ok, thank you so much, I am looking to buy a wedding cravat for the wedding season
Is an "Is it worth it" video for Spier and Mackay suits going to be coming out soon? 👀👀
Definitely worth it. Best/cheapest entry level brand out there imo.
Short answer, yes
Had one before it was ok, not super comfy in my opinion and I have wider feet so it didn’t wear in all that great
I only wear my timberlands as work boots
those eyelets might shred laces less than some i've seen. bonus.
no, you just said they're not being used for their intended purpose because there are better boots for those purposes.
for some reason I had to start second thread
Please do a Thursday boot company review
I think they look good
No they are not I absolutely hate them. Bought mine 4 years. They are not warm you need to use thick warm socks to keep warm and to cushion your feet because of how hard inside they are.
Oh and be prepared to slide around if there’s even a little ice slippery on the ground.
Exactly! I have been slipping in the snow and they are sooo slippery ughh
What are the top 5 best boot brands to buy from?
I WOULD GO WITH THURSDAY BOOTS! THEY ARE AWESOME!
@@Besalu These shoes look great thank you for the recommendation I appreciate it 😁👍🏾
@@dragonoidx top 5 best value or top 5 best overall?
@@teekue Give me both if you can.
@@dragonoidx Best value prob Meermin linea meastro, TLB Mallorca, top 5 best brands: probably bespoke handwelted lines from London or Italian high end shoemakers like Bontoni etc. But for the price I'd always go with a bespoke shoemaker that you can visit and where you like the style. Handwelted if possible.
The boots look great on you Kyle. However, I never been a fan of the Timberland brand. Not my cup of tea.
Thank you for the compliment, Lisa - as you say, not everything will appeal to everyone! Appreciate your support, as always 🙂
Timberland boots is like how Doc Martens was during the 60 to 80's popular, but eventually just another shoe fad.
I tend to prefer my boots to be more utilitarian, so Timberlands don't really do it for me on that front when something like a Merrell moab or thermo runs around $110-150. If i'm getting boots for non-active wear, I'd rather go for a goodyear welt since those last forever
But the glue can't last long when affected water
Im always split on things like this. On one hand, wear what you like because thats your right. But in the other hand, why are you wearing workwear as fashion? The worst I've seen is people wearing Carhartt doublefront duck pants to lunch with me. Maybe its because I wear workwear 5 days a week for my career but it just seems pointless.
I love this boot, I just wish it had a better sole for hiking
It depends on where you are hiking. I have found that they are better for uphill than going downhill on pea gravel.
Why is Kyle speaking in such a hurry?
I currently own 6 of these and they've been great, they are indeed waterproof enough for rain and walking on a few inches of water. Certainly more waterproof than my Redwings. You don't necessarily have to pay full price for these as they routinely go on sale for big discounts if you wait for one, I got two of the 6in classic for under $100. Additionally, do note that the ones you usually see are the casual fashion ones. If you want the real working people line, they have another range of models for that, steel toes and everything and costs a lot more.
I love my Timberlands
I love Timberlands but I hate it when people tuck their jeans into them and don't lace them tightly.
People do that because they think it looks "hip" or something. They don't realize it just looks silly.
I still wear Timberland boots today.
Don’t you have an angle pain??
Nope. Can’t say that I do. I’ve been rocking Timberland Boots since I was a Junior back in High School.@@invincible1896
I would agree with this review. They’re reasonable well made and iconic. Not the most practical or cheapest so buy if it’s looks and brand you’re after
My CATs boots are still going strong after 15 years. Tough as nails
Thanks for recommendation 😊
Interesting, I've wondered what had happened to this style of boot. Had no idea they'd become fashionable again in certain spheres. When I was a teen in VT, a look-alike (possibly the original?) was made/sold by a brand named Dunham (now Rockport) and were popular w/blue-collar workers (i.e. nearly all workers there at the time) and their kids. It helped that they were made in VT and that there was a Dunham's outlet store nearby. I wore mine on my paper delivery job (100% on foot) and they were fairly waterproof, as well as on my burger joint job where they were pretty good about resisting grease and other stains. These boots, along with a fixed-blade buck knife in a holster on your belt (yes, at school too!) were what you wore if you wanted to signal that you were just a modest, working-class Joe, among your modest, working-class peers, even if you *were* going to Harvard when you graduated.
I owe a pair of the OG Tan Timbs. I like the look but I don’t think I’d use them as workboots, more for casual wear.
Now I have another pair for the winter that has a rubber cover over the toes, fur around the ankle, have great tread on the bottom, and have a thermal rating of 200g. These boots are amazing and completely changed my mind on Timbs. I believe they would be considered “hiking boots” which I always recommend for working on roofs. These boots have held up much better than my Merril boots or Columbia boots. Also one HUGE plus for these is they surprisingly don’t crease around the toes when bending unlike the OG Timbs.
I work on roofs in Chicago doing solar all throughout the year no matter the weather. So quality footwear is a must.
Shoes are very good. But costlier than Woodland shoes.
New Hampshire mentioned💪
This ain't no formal wear
I am proud to be an employee of this brand, I have made these shoes with my own hands and still do I am doing this from Bangladesh Chittagong

Never had Timberland 😮only Dr. Marten 😬
Timberlands were popular before 97. Fact check please.
They haven't been worth it for decades.
Stivaletti fatti molto bene, Amati in Italia
Quality REALLY changes from country to country. In Eastern Europe (particulary Ukraine) Timberlands is the worst you can but. It's overpriced and poor quality. Catarpillar is much more honest boots.
They are uncomfortable for working all day. They are OK for hanging out with friends. Not a work boot.