What's The BEST MOC TOE BOOT? - (ft. Trenton & Heath and Stridewise)
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Red Wings vs Danner vs Thorogood vs Thursday vs Whites vs Carhartt vs Rock Rooster - It's finally time to find out what the best boot is Moctober Edition!!! Trenton and Heath, Stridewise, and myself pick our favorite moc toe boots after a fun and successful Moctober Series. If you think you know which boot each of us think is the best boot you might be surprised!
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Thorogoods all day everyday. I’m sure these are all great boots. But thorogoods have served me fantastically for years, doing welding and sheet metal fabrication.
Have you had any positive resole experiences with them? Or even had the need to resole for that matter?
@@MorganYTHaha My current pair are in pretty desperate need of a resole. But I haven’t gotten around to it yet. I’d like to get it done locally but don’t know of any good cobblers in my area.
@@MorganYTHaha I’ve had my current thorogoods resoled twice, no problem
@@electricstartclint that’s awesome. I just ordered some soft toes yesterday. I cant wait to wear em out, in a reasonable timeframe lol
@@MorganYTHaha I wear my soles out in 9/10 months doing pipe fitting/big HVACR, have multiple pairs that take turns getting new soles. They suck in the winter so I throw on my logger heal red wing or Chippewas(USA/ union made on all)
Thorogood has been my work boot of choice for years. The steel toe makes some difference in fit/comfort. Easy to break in, last forever, and fairly priced. I'd try White's if the add a safety toe, though.
What do you think is the best steel toe boot?
I’m from australia wanting to try something new
@@tysonmitchem9 Thorogood, Red Wing, Ariat are all good, depending on the style and fit of your foot.
@Nathan Bake those are all the best 👍
I’ve had my Danners for two years and I’m contemplating re-stitching the moc toe top or grabbing some thoroughgoods discounted on GovX. I’ve only ever had Danners so looking at this video I’m upgrading either way I go lol
Thorogoods for me are a plus.
I bought Thorogood.They were $80 cheaper than Red Wing. I had never heard of Thursday or White’s before watching your UA-cam. Enjoy your UA-cam channel.
White’s are king in the north woods and with smoke jumpers. They probably still make caulks (spiked soles) for log walking and rafting.
thursdays makes great boots
Thorogoods, worn mine every day of the past two years. They have never failed me through hikes, hunting, fishing, wading, vehicle maintenance, remediation work, warehouse work, raw construction, hardcore concerts, 2miles every other of trail running, riding my bike, walking the beach, walking the streets and even in the sheets.
Best possible boots you can buy for the money in my opinion.
"Toaster is not a boot." 😆
I joked at Trenton and Heath's that my only concern for this vid was the presence of Toaster
Yeah I’m lowkey afraid Toaster’s feline curiosity will make him hop towards the saw one of these days
Not yet....
Best line ever.
Thorogoods hands down. When it comes down to it, what matters most is how well the boots hold up under real world conditions and really testing the ability of the boots to handle harsh working conditions. I’m a union electrician, working in all kinds of conditions from indoors on concrete all day to outside in the rain snow and mud, working on uneven terrain and inside gravel or rock ditches doing trench work for unground duct banks, and finally some days working on rebar all day with the boots constantly getting scratched and cut up. My current pair of thorogoods are soon to be on their 4th year of service and they ate still going strong. They have lost most of their factory waterproofing but an occasional mink oil treatment fixes that pretty good. Other than that, they are just as durable as the day I bought them, still with very little cuts in the leather besides small nicks from rebar. They started off as the most comfortable pair of boots I have ever worn, and some how have gotten even more comfortable. I have had molten hot metal from cad-welding spilled on them and the boots appear as if nothing had happened. I have watched coworkers blow through multiple pairs of red-wings, danners, timberlands, Carolinas and ariats over the last almost 4 years and my thorogoods are still going strong. On top of that, they are both USA AND UNION made. Until some other company can make a pair of boots that is USA and union made, can match the comfort, AND can out last the thorogoods as far as standing up to actual working conditions, no other company besides thorogood will get my money when it comes to work boots. You just can not beat them. And it shows when you go out onto a jobsite and easily 75% of the job is rocking thorogoods on their feet.,
Because nobody wants to wear their nice moc toes to work. They wear thorogoods. That's why thorogoods will never rank higher. Their just throw aways.
@BOOGiNS Disagree. I have went through Nicks and Redwings and still choose Thoroughgood. They just fit well. If we can get insane comfort for a decent price and a few years of wear it just makes sense to buy them.
@@BOOGiNS HAHAHAHA throw away boots? The are just as expensive as the other top brands if not more. I buy 804-3600 and they run $279+taxes. In my opinion they are also better looking than the rest of the moc toes out there!
2:46 "I am going to cut this video in two parts" well played sir
I found a pair of thorogoods in my size at my thrift store!!! I was so shook and excited bc I've been looking at some for the longest time but didn't want to pay 200 bucks for it instead I got them for 24 dollars!!! They're still in a very good condition as well but the insole doesn't really fit to my feet as my toes aren't flat on it but sticking out of it. Other than that they're great.
Thorogood. I have worn many boots in my years of dirt work and thorogood’s are by far the most comfortable!
What brand has better sole? I dont like to resole my shoes so id prefer the one that has better sole
I love my Thorogood they are extremely comfortable and I work in construction they fit like a glove I couldn’t imagine having a more comfortable boot to wear every day
Same here Im a mason and my Thorogood boots have been through more than I want to admit but man are there comfortable. Plus the shank help when climbing scaffolding to the moon and back every darn day lol.
I have zero experience with any of these boots but the ones I feel like I want the most are the White's Perry Boots. They have the looks of the red wings but with thicker leather and a shank, while still being less expensive.
Only by 10 bucks....
@@dallinnevitt_444 It still classifies as being less expensive, even by 10 $
the only thing I don't like about the perry... is the cardboard counter.
@@KenSilvers I agree and thinner leather insole as compare to red wing
@@dallinnevitt_444 well for a college students every bit helps
I'm a lineman, spend most my day in a bucket, a man basket or walking uneven terrain. I wore the thorogoods for 2 years and loved them from day 1. I did tear them up pretty good but working 70 plus hours a week for 2 full years will do that. I recently switched to the Irish setter because of the waterproofing. Have had them a month and I'll say the break in was definately hard. I'm hoping they'll have slightly better construction along the lines of Red Wing. They're comfortable now. Look great, feel great. When It comes time to climb a pole or tower I choose a Red Wing logger with a shank. Standing on a flat hard surface all day moc toe is where it's at!
If White's makes their Perry in a more Oro-styled leather, and comes out with an 8-inch version I'm sold.
I have the thourogood boots shown here in 6”. Price was nice. By far the best boot I’ve owned. Boots usually don’t hold up for diesel mechanics but, these do. I’m waiting almost 2.5 years for them to wear out and they just don’t. Once I cleaned all the grease and oil off with the steamer they were like brand new. So happy with them.
Wishing for a speedy recovery! My personal favs are the 8in Thorogood with Red Wing as a very, very close second (even tho I took my 875’s to S. Korea). But, Thorogoods are just so darn comfy even with a supportive insert like Superfeet!
Yeah it's a pity that most of these brands focus on heritage and tradition rather than something practical like removable insoles that can be replaced with an orthotic!
@@akawale any great boots you know that can replace the soles?
I have the Thorogood’s and they are really comfortable.
I wear orthodecs in my shoes due surgeries over the years. Also I have to get XXXor wider widths. Most companies don't make these widths or are custom made. The only company that I have seen that offers these widths are Thorogood Boots. I have four pair and they are reasonably priced and no break in time which is very important to me.
White's started off as an orthopedic boot company. I would look into them if cost isn't a huge issue as they are step above the others on this list
My sons love their Red Wings. They are a quality boot and come in wide widths, so they are beautiful and comfortable.
Thorogoods are the winner for me! Got a pair because of this series!
For you
They’re definitely the best if you want a work boot
Not with that foot bed and welt.
Had my thorogoods about 5 years now and have had no issues. The break in is virtually non existent and as long as you keep them clean and oiled up theyll last. I think it all depends on your line of work too. Mine have been on concrete to wood floor to asphalt shingles and the sole hasnt worn much at all.
Yes sir, Thorogoods and Carolina moc toes. They're great for walking on concrete all day and break the bank.
I am a carpenter but I've been a roofer most of my life and therefore I would usually wear a great pair of sneakers on the roof for tons of reasons but now that I'm getting older primarily I really like being able to be on the ground doing what I am very passionate about and that is framing and all sorts of carpentry so now I'm looking through pages and they came across your page and let me tell you you're doing a great job brother and I mean that really do......
I chose the "whites" great looking boot and your channelallowed me to see things I would never even know about and I think it's amazing...
You wouldn't happen to have a pair of boots that are used and just hanging around the shop? Basically financially I don't really the money right now to purchase a brand new pair of boots I was out of work for some time after falling or actually cutting myself out of a tree at 25 ft and I had to get back on my feet and still getting back on my feet but I'm working with a contractor now framing and trying to rebuild and get back above the water LOL..
But maybe and I'm just hypothetically speaking if you have something laying around the shop and you are able to send them to me I couldn't even tell you how much I would appreciate that and I can return the favor by helping you and your channel or basically anything anything I can do to help promote.
203-802-0461 is my number and thank you very much for all the information this is by far one of the best channels I've seen about the truth of the truth of work boots for the men of the blue collar industry.
I like the Thorogoods because of the replaceable insole, I love wearing Superfeet insoles in my shoes.
Are those Superfeet insoles thin or thick? Cuz everytime I try an insole, it raises the foot bed and my toe starts to rub the steel toe.
@@conductorcammon I don't own a pair of Thorogoods, but have considered buying them.
You get insoles of different thicknesses so you can see what works for you. I think the removable factory insole is thick enough that at least a thin Superfeet would work! Hope it works for you!
I have the Danners and love them despite the tough break-in period (the leather was very stiff on mine). There's only two things I would change about them: I think the insoles are too flat for my feet and I'm not a fan of the lace hooks. I would prefer regular eyelets on the whole boot and a thicker insole at the ball of the foot.
Oh, and Carhartt boots are made by Black Diamond Footwear. They used to have a partnership with Red Wing back in the early 2010s.
I have some danners and the stitching ripped on both of them
Danners going strong steel toe and all
I like the Red Wings best. Have owned both them and Thorogood and they last much longer. I dislike the floppy tumbled leather of the Thorogoods. Not a fan of the look of the Thursday boot. I am interested in trying a pair of the White's out in the future. I enjoyed this series 👍🙂
Same here, the Thursdays have an ugly look in my opinion and I get the impression they don't last nearly as long.
I was on the fence, but if it last the amount of hikes you go on with your wonderful dogs, then I am in!
i am ordering the perry moc toe in an eight inch upper as soon as they come out... should be Jan/Feb... but, I live in Wa. and love Whites boots.
Go for the whites, I own a a pair of red wings mocs and white's service boots and while they aren't the same boot the quality is on a different level.
Honey Badger don't care!
Red Wing 1907👍 Amazingly comfortable when they're broken in. I may also try those Whites Perry boots in the future but it'll be a while till these Red Wing boots wear out.
Where i live in the midwest there three main moc toes redwing, thorogood, and Carolina. I would pick thorogood but i would like to see you cut open a Carolina just to see how it compares to the thorogood and the redwing
I was wondering where Carolina was too.
This guy sleeps BIG TIME on Carolinas.
Georgia boots have a good one too. Carolina has a damn good one though.
I wear redwings to work and thorogoods for casual wear and I think that’s just right
Get well soon. I like the looks of the thorogood, with the build quality of the Red wings and whites. But for this comparison I choose the Whites.
I think the most important factor in any footwear decision is the health of your feet. And an important aspect of that is having an insole that is proper for your foot ergonomics. Everyone's feet are different and the ability to use custom or off the shelf orthotics is paramount. I can appreciate the fact that leather insoles if made properly can shape to your foot and they do a great job in my ostrich dress boots or my around town shit kickers. But when it comes to the shoe I am wearing every day at work while carrying equipment through job sites and spending all day on my feet it has to have a slip in insole or Im not buying it. And the main gripe the coblers had with the thorogoods was that the flimsy foam insole that comes with it wore out... Its meant to be easily replaceable if not replaced immediately before even breaking them in. You dont need to be a cobbler to replace them and I think that may have been why they didnt like it, less business for them.
Kyle, you're on to something. The single most important factor in choosing a boot is Fit. Problem is, most folks go about selecting Fit by trial and error. Knowledge of the 'last' proportions and fit character and how it relates to your foot dimensions, proportions and geometry is a good start. A shoe-maker offering a wide selection of Widths will represent a commitment to Fit: The manufacturing economics with a much larger investment Lasts, Dies and Patterns will greatly improve your chances for a Great Fit. And, with a highly structured, well built boot, Fit ought to be the main objective. Compromise in fit means conflict, conflict means pain.
My advise? Go to a local Boot Guy that knows his/her stuff, measures both feet, makes small modifications, has a large investment in in-stock Inventory. Someone that will take care of you with after-sale service, (that means they want to keep you happy and be your Boot guy long-term)
I'm one of those Boot Guys, fifty years as a fitter, Cped... We're busy because folks that rely on their feet to earn a living have discovered the difference. Moc-Toes? We have 8 different styles, which one was made with you in mind?
The ability to keep your feet dry after a couple years of abuse is priority number one. Anything short of that isn’t a quality work boot.
Exactly. I made a mistake of buying an expensive heritage boot without regard to comfort. I just went by reviews and the material the boot was made with. I ordered the boots. When I got them they looked beautiful. The problem is they are not comfortable at all and a huge pain to break in. I would have much better off getting a comfortable boot I could wear daily. The boots I have are an expensive ornament in my closet.
Great video, I have 4 pair of assorted Redwing moc toes,and also the Thorogood, but usually end up wearing the Thorogoods because of the comfort.
Exactly. I made a mistake of buying an expensive heritage boot without regard to comfort. I just went by reviews and the material the boot was made with. I ordered the boots. When I got them they looked beautiful. The problem is they are not comfortable at all and a huge pain to break in. I would have much better off getting a comfortable boot I would wear daily. The boots I have are an expensive ornament in my closet.
Exactly. I made a mistake of buying an expensive heritage boot without regard to comfort. I just went by reviews and the material the boot was made with. I ordered the boots. When I got them they looked beautiful. The problem is they are not comfortable at all and a huge pain to break in. I would have much better off getting a comfortable boot I could wear daily. The boots I have are an expensive ornament in my closet.
Facilities Manager for a 500,000sf building. The women's Red Wing moc took me three weeks of daily wear to break them in. It was rough. But nine months later, they feel great and I get a ton of compliments. Even the guys on my project and trades teams compliment the boots. They're the winner in my book!
In my opinion Red Wings were always the solid choice for “looking good” but on the pricier side. Not to mention they are sold EVERYWHERE and the smaller companies could always use the love. The leather is great, the consistency is great, all around great boot. Tough to beat.
Thorogoods always the choice for the job site on account of affordability, durability, and COMFORT. I go through boots every 10-12 months before my feet are crying. Quality can be inconsistent. I’ve had boots being stitched incorrectly, laces not being lined correctly, and one boot being stained more than the other.
Never cared for Thursday...
But I can say My next pair of boots will be a pair of Whites. I’ve been eager to try them for years, but always been out of my price range.
Really enjoyed this series 🤙🏼❤️
Red Wings here. I’m in Australia & they’re the best part of $500 here so I’m glad I got it right. But no one is caught dead here wearing them on a work-site, just too expensive. 😂 I love mine.
Hey man, first off please do take care and wish you a really quick recovery. I've used the Red Wing boots for a while and I love them, but I'd be lying if I didn't say I'd pick the White's boots ,they have the thickest leather upper and that's my thing when I'm looking for Goodyear welted boots.
I never hear people talk about Keen moc toe boots. I got a pair and I'm loving them so far. Super quick break-in too
I got a pair of thorogoods in every color been wearing them over 5 years
Good channel. I've been wearing red wing logger boots for 20 + years. I've still got my last American made ones plus newer Chinese ism pairs. Cut one up. When you can. I've worked as an iron worker, drywall finisher & marine construction. Almost 70, yrs. old & like good leather boots.
I'm waiting on the Whites crew to call me with my measurements so I can order the Perry's. I've owned the Redwings (875) and hated them. I could not break them in. But I have the cheaper Redwing Irish setters and LOVE them. So comfortable! My son's wear Thorogoods and they think they are the best. Lol
The Thursdays look like a more feminine style moc toe to me, I wouldn't even consider them. That's just my taste though...
Awesome series, Sir.
I like that the Thursday boot are more slimmed down as me I have a narrow toe box. As a traditional work boot it's definitely not good enough but like Stridewise I live in NYC and having to walk around trying to break in Red Wings would be annoying as you only walk and never drive here.
I just found this video in Feb of 2023. I've been wearing mocs wedged for years. Worn through many brands and resoled a few. Currently have a set of chips and they are kick ass. Vibram soles and baby soft leather with very little break in. Right up there with the 8 in thoroughgoods as far as durability and comfort.
My pick will be the redwings,since they’ve been proven to be extremely durable and trustworthy. Plus the Oro legacy leather is just too sexy. But I would love to give whites a shot too though. Ps Hope you get well soon!
Yea I have the 877s and they’ve become my favorite boot.
For next Moctober I'd love to see you throw Carolina Shoe into the mix!
I was bout to say same thing...I have pair of Carolina's steel toe mac toe, and they are superb 👌
I agree!! My Carolina moc toe (CA7502) has held up just as long as my thorogood (814-4200) and it feels pounds lighter on my feet. Bonus points for American made (assembled really, but better than nothing)
My Carolinas split at the outsole near the shank within 2 weeks of use... They aren’t the moc toes, but I’m bummed.
@@seanmichael8202 it happens...I'm surprised, cuz I'm hard on my boots and after almost year and a half they are still holding up with plenty of life in them. Did you try to contact them?
@@betterdeadthanred839; Nah... I figured after some time that it probably has to do with the material they used for the welt? I do industrial refrigeration which can put me in 0 degrees and below for extended periods of time. I think if the welt were leather, or maybe a stronger material, it could’ve held up. I just chalk it up to working in freezers. Sucks, because I’ve been looking for an end all boot. But I guess for what I do, they’re hard to find. I’ve used Refrigiwear boots before, and they work for freezers! But they’re clunky and can be a bit TOO insulated, since I’m not always working in a freezer... Damned if I do, damned if I don’t...
Thurogood for me for the great price and being available in 8 inch
I’m really happy with Thorogood. They break in first day and stay comfortable. Maybe the synthetic materials are to thank for that, maybe they just help profit. I’m pretty loyal, but whites are appealing. If there was one complaint about my thorogoods, it’s that laced up tight the sides are practically touching. I wonder if eventually my oldest pair won’t be able to tighten up anymore.
Yeah that chromexcel has alot of stretch to it. Mine are touching on all pairs but one
Get better soon! I like the looks of Red Wings and White's, so I couldn't choose! 😂
Also, the best not-a-boot is Toaster 😸
I’m sticking with my thorogoods. Great for work as a commercial driver, a lot of up and down, squatting and crouching. I have one pair with a 90 sole and one with a wedge sole that I prefer for Harley riding.
I don't do any hard work, so I value the comfort and style of the Thursday boots the most. The thinner leather doesn't bother me because I'm just walking around in them.
The problem with the redwing is the lace up is a pain and the break in is longer than most. Truthfully, I find it takes the better part of 4 month for the Redwing Moc toe to be fully broke in wearing it 3 days a week.
Let me give you a little bit of my background and forgive me if my comment is long, boring as poorly written. I have a severe sleep disorder that keeps me awake and often I’m exhausted when watching UA-cam and making comments. This is one of those times.
In this grouping, I prefer the Thorogood but agree that the synthetic shoe insert wears out faster than leather inserts. I also love how leather inserts shape themselves to your foot over time and they are easier to slide a quality sock clad foot into and out of. But the synthetic inserts have real advantages in cushioning and custom orthotics if you need the cushion and or orthotics. I find them more comfortable but that is a purely subjective statement.
I work construction near Cleveland Ohio. My boots are wet and coated in clay mud a lot!. NOW..... this is IMPORTANT. I’m older. I grew up on a large 25000+ cattle and sheep ranch in the NM mountains. Leather boots, chaps, saddles, etc. have been a big part of my life. Quality leather products, properly maintained have the potential to lasts lifetime if not many lifetimes! For example, we had saddles that were 150+ years old in the 1970’s! My dad had cowboy boots that he wore all of his adult life!
So back to Moc Toe boots. I agree that the top Moc Toe boots in this review are all excellent. I also agree for longevity, the synthetic shoe inserts wear out faster. I also agree that synthetic materials in the construction can create problems for cobblers during repairs.
However, I think synthetic If used judiciously, make for a more comfortable boot during break in and synthetic are the only real option for orthopedic inserts or extra cushion insoles.
I use inserts that last about a year and are easily replaced and for me, they are more comfortable. Don’t be afraid of synthetic insoles. But understand leather insoles will last forever if properly maintained.
A few years ago I fell on a job site and crushed my calcaneus bone and many of my right foot bones. I also destroyed the cartilage. I’m now developing arthritis in my right foot. I also tore my plantar fascia. In addition I’ve had 4 major back surgeries in my lower back and neck. I still work 6 days a week and average 10 hour days. So the fit and comfort of by shoes and socks are really very important.
Here are some of my personal tips for any of you who work construction. I have 3 pairs of Moc toe work boots. I also have two additional pair of work boots that one pair is steel toed and the other is waterproof.
Now, my boots get wet and muddy often. When I get a pair wet and muddy, at the end of the day, I use warm water a mild scrub brush and saddle soap to clean. I then install a shoe tree and place on a floor grate so they can dry. The next day, I wear a different pair that has been prepared and is ready to wear. At the end of the work day if my second pair of boots are also wet, muddy or both, I’ll repeat the same cleaning process and insert shoe trees.
Now the first pair has dried and I’ll condition the leather using one of a couple of conditioners. I really like Saphir Renovateur shoe cream. It is often all the dry boots need to return them to good condition. If more is needed, I’ll use a shoe cream and often a clear coat of Saphir clear wax (I like to keep the stitches looking original. The clear wax makes that easier.
Anyway I just keep rotating boots. Now, I meet with clients often in an office or home setting. When I know this is going to occur, I’ll make sure my shoes are polished and looking their best the night before. I’m never worried about using any of the work boots for work. I just try to keep a couple of them looking good for such an occasion.
By the way, I just purchased a pair of Revolt Moc toe from Midwest Boots. They have a black wedge sole and the leather is called “Crazy Horse”. So far, I’m impressed with their comfort. I was told they are made in USA by HH Brown?? Anyway they leather always looks new after using the Renovateur product after deep cleaning.
I find it’s important to let wet leather dry and then condition before wearing again. In conjunction with good shoe trees, you can keep work boots for a very very long time.
Well, I’m rambling. Hope I wasn’t too long winded or confusing.
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I’ve worked in oilfield rifeneries and construction in general since right after high school 20+ years and I’ve had them all been there done that !!!! Steel grading , climbing steel walking steeel , mud , snow, sand in the pipeline, rock , caliche, concrete, extreme heat you name it….. Red wing outwares anything by half!!!! So if you want the best either for work or to be a pretty boy buy red wing!! Nuf said!!!!
Thanks for the great series. I am a dairy farmer who spends 14 to 15 hours a day in my boots. I have worn Red Wing moc toes for years and really like the fact I can get almost a year out of them before they need to be worked on but now I am thinking about getting the White boots. Would like a pair of boots that don’t need a week of solid wear to break them in.
Just bought a pair of redwings about 2 weeks ago if you want the best experience buying boots you’ve ever had go to a redwing store and get sized and fitted they have very experienced people there and it’s really like nothing I’ve ever experienced anywhere else the build quality on a pair of redwing Mocs is unbelievable but you better get ready it will take you a solid 3 weeks of breaking them in but once you do there’s really nothing else that compares !!
I really enjoy my Thorogoods but I really want a pair of Whites
This is the best comment section I've ever seen. All relevant and no one's talking politics!
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This is one of my favorite videos you've posted! I'm a big fan of Trenton ad Heath as well! I also really enjoyed you cutting the Nicks boots (I ended up buying one pair and I'm waiting for Black Friday to order another one) and I just loved how you exposed Common Projects! To be completely honest, a lot of other UA-camrs lost their credibility in my opinion after you exposed Common Projects. I've seen my fair share of videos where they put Common Projects on a pedestal and now I just can't trust their "expertise" any more so thank you for enlightening all of us! Wish you much success and please keep them coming! Can't wait to see you compare "duck boots"!
Thank you for an honest review of Made in USA boots. I get tired of posts on UA-cam that push junk made in china. It’s nice to see honesty when it comes to your review.
I like the Red Wings. I would've picked Thursday, but that one doesn't have the gusseted tongue, and I need that element.
Yes, I also like the gusseted tongue model of boots because I work landscaping and it keeps all the cut grass and stickers out. When I get home, my socks are immaculate. Lol.
I would be lucky to not be crippled by the time I got a pair of Redwings broken in. Thorogood all the way for me
@@paulhopkins1905 Haha. Right???
I do not like the color of the Redwing boots they look to orange .
I have both and love both, the RW is a little more sturdy
Got a pair of Thorogoods. Going on 5yrs. Worn everyday on concrete. The toes plastic inner liner sags now. Which can scrap on the foot. But the leather is in great shape. Sole is heavily worn and unlevel. Same shoe laces from day 1.
Extremely comfortable standing all day in them.
I really enjoyed moctober. I had bought a pair of Thursdays diplomats, around April, after spending a lot of time looking at reviews and videos of literally the whole lineup (except whites). Personally I found that due to the seam at the back of the heel on the Thursday it was the only bit that took any length of time to breakdown and make them really comfortable, and I really enjoy them. But that being said I think the whites look like a really great boot and possibly would have been my choice if they were available at the time. My only pet peeve is that the shank is inside the sole. That would be something to bear in mind when getting them resoled as you'd probably want your cobbler to fit the exact same sole or go for a vibram and a separate shank bedded up into the cork. But to reiterate, unbelievable job done by Weston he's literally made every quality/money conscious buyer aware of the current available options and made our lives a whole lot easier. Great job again!
Gotta be the Red Wings. The break-in period to me just indicates how tough the boots are. My thought is to buy a new pair of Red Wings and wear them around the house for a few weeks before trying to wear them on the job.
Just ordered a pair of the Whites, thanks for all the data, helped make the decision.
How are you liking them? Did you go down a size, and did they fit well? Lastly, did you get the brown, red, or black.
@@davidpalmer9014 I have a pair in black and brown, love them both. The fit tru to size and wear very well.
Even though this video is two years old, it still has value. It amazes me how in every video about boots, Nicks and/or whites are at the top. I’ve been in the market, and I think I’m going to go with either the White’s or the Red Wings. I’ve had a dozen pair of Res Wings over the years and they have been great, but I’ve never had a Moc Toe. I think I want to try the whites. I’m looking forward to it
I’ve been waiting for this video so bad lol, these are my 3 favorite boot channels. Avengers ain’t got shit on this
I’m on my 3rd pair of thorogood.. I find them painful to break in, afterwards I’m happy
My Red Wing Mocs were my second pair of Red Wings and remain some of my favorites.
I’d love to see an Alden Indy at some point, although, I’d hate to see it cut in half...
I actually bought a pair of rock roosters wanting something cheaper than the other boot brands. Didn’t really expect anything too great out of them, being they were only $90. But I’m wearing them over a year and a half later, can’t believe they are still intact because I beat them pretty good. Most surprising was how comfy they still are and how well the insole lasted. Definitely would recommend trying them out. They’re half the price of the others
Got me wanting a pair of the whites!! Redwing close second but there's just something about the design of the whites that I'm feeling.
I’m a thorogood guy. I used to buy cheap boots for work and after buying a pair of thorogoods I’ll never go back. They needed some break in but now they’re the most comfortable piece of footwear I own period
what an amazing series. it was really fun following this. spectacular job! and hope you get well soon
my favorite is actually the Danners btw lol. that color is just mesmerizing
I'm glad I'm colorblind so I can focus on quality, and not be mezmerized!
Hey guys!
I have three pairs of the Red Wings moc toe boots & they are great. One pair has been resoled and the two others haven’t yet. All three boots are used for different task but I’ve spent long days working in all three. The resoled pair are more of my shit kickers, I have a daily work pair & my black pair that I would wear to dinner. Great quality & they are extremely comfortable once broken in. I really recommended the Red Wings comfort foot beds it makes a night & day difference when your walking 5,000 - 20,000 steps a day. Your feet & knees will thank you every day when you take them off. Awesome review!
Cheers,
Micah Davis
I currently have owned two different pairs of Thorogood's and I've never had any issues with them. The one time I did where the uppers fell apart. I called Thorogood and with no questions asked the gave me a new pair of boots.
I live on my feet at 8 to 10 hours a day on them. Redwings for me hurt my feet. I can't spend months with my feet aching while breaking in a new pair of boots.
I've heard of White's but I've never owned any. I only ever heard of really good thing about them save for one thing which they can be a bit expensive. Never verified that so take that information with a grain of salt.
The Northern Tool, Gravel Gear brand moctoe boots are the best boots for the money. Pebble grain leather, durable sole. Over time they will mold to your feet like a baseball glove. Probably not for a hipster boot snob. But for a tradesman they are more than enough.
I think I'm gonna get my dad a pair of the whites.
Had the Danners and they lasted about 4 months before the moc toe stitching broke. Sent them back and just ordered the White's. Looking forward to this Moctober's update.
I like the damners, mostly for warehouse work. Unfortunately being a EE redwings and thorogoods are way too narrow, even in their "wide"
When in doubt, buy Redwings!
Thorogood for me I'm a diesel mechanic and on my feet basically all day and boots are comfortable and hold up great have my first still which I wore for about 3 years the only that gave out on them was the strings .
I work in the swamp. I wear thorogoods everyday. I haven’t wore a swole down but do have chunks missing an cracking from getting wet an drying each day. I have a pair of danners. I ordered a half size to big so I don’t wear a ton but haven’t had any issues out of them. Wish I could post a picture of them.
Thorogoods are always the most underrated boot out there when it comes to these video reviews.
Oh geez, wish you a speedy recovery and minimal post infection problems.
I was taken by the Thursdays and surprisingly the Danners. Hope you can help Carhartt can get their act together.
you know you can think yourself sick? you can also think yourself well, I have seen it, I have done it. Post infection nonsense, you will allow what malady may come... it's that simple... unless you do not! Spiritual Armor, son! Live in accord with the one great and true spirit... not the spirit of competition, but cooperation.
I own right now Thursday, Thorogood, Danner Bull Run. I owned in the past Red Wings moc toe and Beckman. I do not use the boots for work just for walking my dog and around town. I average between 15000 to 20000 steps a day. The most comfortable boots for my use are Bull Runs and Thorogood moc toe followed by Thursday moc toe boots. No break in required. I am able to walk for hours on day one. The only drawback is the soles wear out fast but I don't mind. Red Wing boots are well made, cool looking but not comfortable for long walks; sold them on ebay. Really thinking of getting White's. Well, that's my two cents.
Can you do a review of real work boots. I’m tough on boots based on my occupations. I work in crawlspaces daily, crawling through mud and water, and teach welding in the evenings standing on concrete. The best/longest lasting I have found with a reinforced toe are the keens( 9 mon) and timberland pro (11mon). Made in USA red wings lasted 33 days. Wolverines lasted 3 weeks. I’d like to see a comparison that includes reinforced toe, steel/composite toe, waterproof is mandatory, and support/longevity is a huge plus.
My other boots are danner gore Tex hikers, Justin slip ons with vibram soles, and some carhartt mock toes I purchased last Christmas( haha).
I am a boot wearer. I am in boots all the time. Work, play, on my place doing chores, etc. I am 60, bad knees, bad back, fallen arches. Comfort is king to me. I also think breaking in boots is harder as you age. Thoroughgood for me. I might try the Whites. Had zero info about them until your video.
I had the covid and I was sick for a week. Took aspirin for the fever. No drugs. Load up on zinc, and vitamins, A, D, etc. Get well soon.
I really love my Thorogood’s to death but I’d love to try out a pair of those whites! They seem great.
Get well soon Weston!
I do a lot of heavy shovel work.So the White's perry are my choice because it has that metal shank.Which will help in the long wearing.That metal shank is in the inpack area where the shovel hits the sole of the boot.
Just ordered some Thorogoods hope they serve me well.
As someone who has worked in the construction trade for almost 30 years I believe if you ask any ironworker, earthmover, carpenter or welder 8 out of 10 will be wearing Thorogood steel toe Mocs. Great video!
I think the Thursday Moc Toes have an identity crysis going on. Moc Toes are appealing and stand apart particularly because of their chunkiness. That Thursday boot looks more like a Indy Boot from Alden then like a Moc Toe....
I guess you could say they made a "mock toe" hhhrrrrmmhhmmm
Wishing you a speedy recovery! I just had the Whites, Redwings, and Thursday boots last week for trying on with the intention of returning two pairs and keeping my favorites. It was pretty easy for me to rule the Thursday boots out quickly. They didn’t really have the workweek aesthetic and build that I am looking for. It was much harder to decide between the Redwings and Whites but in the end I kept the Redwings. The Whites were really nice but I felt like they were a little too wide for my foot, whereas some people dislike how narrow the D width Redwings are it actually works well for my feet. I also think that over time the leather on the Redwings (I got the 1907 Copper R&T) will take on a nicer patina but time will tell on that one. Thanks so much for the videos! Looking forward to the winter boot series when your feeling better.
I’m a woman looking to invest in better work boots (I use my boots for a living and women’s work boots are a perpetual disappointment). My dad has worn the Redwing mock toes forever, loves them and swears by them. Watched these videos out of curiosity mostly but found the information contained very insightful.
I had the redwings, breaking them in was a huge pain.... took like a month to break in, then 3 months later the soles melted off... right now I do have the carharts. I think they look really stupid, like I’m walking around with a club foot. I thought after I wore them a while they would look better, they never did. I will say they are built pretty comfortable. And pretty durable so far. Still waterproof after about 8 months which is impressive. My favorite moctoe so far is from Eddie Bauer. It only costs about $40, super comfortable from the start, looks good to me. Lasted me about a year before the leather separated from the sole. Could of lasted longer if I took better care of them. But for $40 can’t go wrong. I’m looking for a 8” boot next.
I've owned a few pairs of redwings including the moc toes for work and have never been disappointed. That said I'm really excited to try a pair of Thursdays for casual wear.
Thursday boots are a very eye catching boot but I am biased being from Minnesota. I love my Redwings and when mine need to be replaced if they ever do I’m getting Redwings again.
Danners and Thorogoods tops in my book I’ve been a Union Ironworker for 27 years they hold up very well
Which means you actually put them to the test, redwings aren’t really that comfortable for me that’s why I’ll always stick to my thorogoods
I've worn Red Wings and love them... I've never had a pair of the White's, obviously, because they are so new, but I'm definitely going to get a pair, thanks to you, Weston!
Wishing you peace, and good health... you're a young guy, you'll beat the dreaded "V"... there's a 99%+ recovery rate... you just have to be sensible about it, eat well, and do what your doc tells you to do. Peace and be well. Praying for you.
As a warehouse worker I walk 7-9 hours out of my 10 hr shift, I've tried different boots & I've concluded that a good pair of boots will last me 12-13 months & that's because the boots become my everyday shoewear for the most part. So far Timberlands are the boots of choice due to their comfort & price point. In a year they get replaced - no cobbler needed.
Similar here. I usually walk over 10000 steps a day. I was doing Tims for years but I recently got rock roosters and holy crap are they comfortable. Yet to see how long that lasts but they are the most comfortable boot I've ever worn. Irish setter are great to.
I like the White's the best. To me they look the best and have good quality. Pluss with all the other boots you get the "they are really durable, but...." or "they are comfortable, but... ". The whites are the only boots that check all the boxes and have no exceptions.
Not a fan of the vibram christy, gotta go with a longer wearing sole
Irish setter for work.. no break in at all. And Thursday for casual wear because they're slimmer as you point out. Especially since I wear a size 9, the Irish Setters are disproportionately tall in the toe for casual wear.
I have danners redwings and thorogoods now I’m gonna have to get the whites hopefully you have a speedy recovery man good luck.
Thorogoods all day. For work originally, but they're so comfortable I wear them out as well.
I just bought a pair of Red Wings this morning.....
I can tell it's going to take a little bit to break them in
How do you like them now that it’s been a few months? How long was the break in?
@@ligitmuffin I'm not on my feet a lot I drive truck for a living so relatively they're still breaking in...... they're a really good shoe but I don't think I'll be buying them again...... I think I'll try something with a little softer easier break-in ......
@@chuckmarquart you think the whites perry boot or maybe thorogoods?
@@ligitmuffin Thorogood boots