Corcoran Field Boots; Luxury For Your Feet!
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- I just tried on my new boots today, and they are nice. I have been wearing Corcorans for many years while working as a forester, and they are the most comfortable boot that I have found. They will get a good coat of Pecard's and be ready for going to the timber.
Please show that leather some love. The uppers will last for years with proper care.
During summer I let them get too dry. It is winter now, and my boots are thoroughly doctored up with Pecard's.
@@DavidN23Skidoo don't get them too dry man, nourish them and they'll last forever, the soles may worn out but the leather won't with proper care
@@luutanbao11 They are doctored up with Pecard's
@@DavidN23Skidoo use polish I’m a cadet and I’ve been taught to high shine mine with melted black polish and after years of rough use with one pair I still use them and look like they got broken in a week ago
I used to do reenacting so I had the brown paratrooper style and I also owned the exact black Corcoran boot when I used to do armored truck for years. The para boot is a stiffer leather so the break in period is much longer and it can be a painful break in. But once broken in, they’re made for your feet/shins and they’re amazing.
The black field boot uses a softer leather so they break in fast and are more comfortable, but he’s right about the leather’s weak point. No matter how much you take care of them, that point will eventually fail with high intensity work.
But don’t let that sway you. These boots are great and they can be worked on easily by a cobbler.
Best boot ive worn. i put them on and never had to break them in . They are good to go rite out of the box.
Some leather honey will moisten the leather right up and it may extend the life of the crease behind the toe! Lookin’ slick. Wore some vintage HH jump boots as a cadet in CAP for several years and grew fond of them. Days worth of spit shining!
Funny I am getting theses boots for cap
They get Pecard's regularly.
I have a pair in WW2 brown and in black. Best damn things I ever put on my feet. Edit: you should polish them to make them last longer. Leather is organic material so it naturally decays over time. Get some black shoe wax, it will moisturize the leather, make it weather resistant, and restore color. Just apply a good coating of that every few months and your boots will last exponentially longer. That’s why you can find corcorans that are 30+ years old that are still useable because the soldiers would polish them every evening.
They get Pecard's regularly. I mix it with black shoe wax occasionally.
bought mine in 1996 while on active duty and the leather is just as strong, flexible non cracked still look fresh. just boot polish. I hike in them and can clean them polish the toe and heels to a gloss and wear them with jeans and they look sharp
I found an old pair of Corcoran boots in a thrift store years ago. The dang things fit so perfect I never even put laces in them. These days I wear their tanker boots. Even with the change in quality over the last few years I think i'll be wearing Corcoran for a long time.
50 years ago, they were probably Carolina Para-Troopers model #975s
That you bought at that surplus store.😁
I have a pair of Corcoran jump boots. I jad the smooth hard sole replaced with a Vibram sole for field use.
I wear a pair of Corcoran tanker boots now, and had a steel toed version for work. They have always served me well and i'd replace them in a heartbeat if need be.
So you're saying they suck but would by more?
@@ccunit666 oh they are fantastic boots. I lost my old boots do to workplace related contamination, my current pair has lasted for several years and they feel better than new. I wouldn't want to be without my boots.
I got mine early on as an infantryman and I'm sure glad I did. They lasted about 3 years since we didn't travel on pavement much.
Mine were different as they didn't have extra leather on the toe like a jump boot. We called them Cadillacs.
Good for hiking and rucking then?
@@daxisperry7644 well, I must say that anyone who is accustomed to having padded and well ventilated boots will be dissatisfied with these.
At the time my feet needed max protection with all that sturdy leather. Sometimes for charging through thick undergrowth or diving and slamming down onto sharp rocky terrain in order to quickly position my rifle effectively.
Don't get me wrong, it was peacetime but we were ready at any moment to do whatever was needed.
If you do get all leather boots I highly recommend no padding inside but absolutely do get socks with as much wool as possible. Wool doesn't stop up and hold sweat like cotton.
I used USN 100% wool socks.
Those are the same ones I have! Amazing boots!!!
They are!
Im getting into wildland firefighting would these be good?
I only ever wore these with my Class A and B uniforms. They needed to be shined up like patent leather dress shoes.
They rough up walking in timber, but boy are they comfortable. I mix black polish with water proofing and apply with a brush, then set them on the hearth to soak it up.
@@DavidN23Skidoo a heat gun was definitely considered essential equipment for that effect. Eventually when I got a few promotions I had the cash to pay for a professional shine on them at the barber shop just off post. I think it was only like $20. And $20 to save yourself a couple hours of work and garauntee you'll never get gigged on your boots was an easy decision to make.
I'm considering a new pair today as motorcycle boots. I've noticed black leather has gone out of favor and most shops carry 95% brown leather these days.
I think that the Cocoran field boots and Altima jungle boots are the best boots in the world. Only problem with jungle boots is that you don't get the same strong ankle support as full grain leather. The cotton canvas flexes and you can roll your ankles. Buy both of them sombitches. My daddy wore both when he was in the army back in the 60's. Oh by the way I use to know an old man that was in 182 airborne back in WW2. His nick name was Popeye. He said that General Patton was his general. Part of there training was to March from a U.S Army base in Florida all the way to California. It took them a month or so marching on highways then camping on the side of them at night. He wore the soles out on three pair of Cocoran combat boots buy the time the battalion arrived in California. Soldiers were really tough sombitches back then. Popeye said that they were good boots though.
You mentioned how those boots have the leather crack where the vamp and top of the boot meet, on my pair I cut some squares of thin leather I got from an old wallet and glued them inside the boots at the joint. I used contact cement and seems to work good so far. Would use rather thin leather for this so you don't feel the patch while wearing
Thanks for this great tip! The cracks in my old boots are an aggravation because weed seeds come in. I will fix that!
My boot also broke at that exact same spot. I use plenty of shoe oil and grease (Huberd's, the good stuff) and brush them, keep them clean, with wood inserts to dry my sweat. Still had the exact same failure.
Bought a new pair maybe 6 months ago. They changed the soles. No longer Vibram, but honestly the new soles seem less compressible (positive for me, I don't like to bounce around on my feet) and more durable.
Thanks for sharing. I have been trying to order another pair, and the common sizes are out of stock everywhere I check. The pair I show in the video is now two years old and holding up well.
@@DavidN23Skidoo It seems they discontinued this model, the 985 (the ones with the zippers) and the tankers. Someone posted a video about it.
If true, it's the end of an era.
@@andychow5509 OH NO! I was thinking about ordering Tankers!
Ah, David, so those comfort boots is also why you shoot so well. Testable - head out behind the barn and shoot a few at your plate both wearing those and some other shoe - what do you expect as a result? (As usual an interesting video.)
Thank's for this video. I still have two brandnew pairs in stock ('Made in USA', therefore old stock, not that 'Assembled in USA with international components' kinda stuff) for my personal use, as they've really, really become hard to get here in Germany. Sadly no military-shop imports them anymore in my country, therefore I had to buy from US and Canadian dealers, with all the trouble involved (import taxes, etc.).
Btw. when it comes to taking care of leather: I use products which were originally designed for horse-saddles. You won't get Your boots shiny with that kinda stuff, anyway it'll protect the leather and the seams extremely good.
To be honest, this is the only type of boot which comes close to the 'old' German Bundeswehr boot, I mean the model used by the Bundeswehr up until the late 1990s. The Corcoran boots are way more comfortable to wear, compared to the old leather Bundeswehr boots. Anyway the Corcoran boots are not as durable as the classic Bundeswehr boot, for sure.
Thanks for the comment! I have been using Pecards, but am going to start using mink oil to soften the leather, and then put Pecards on after that to repel water. I hope it adds time to their service.
@@DavidN23Skidoo Try products to keep saddles alive. That's what I've made best experience on boots, things like saddle-oil or saddle-fat or saddle-wax. Even products based on bees-wax. All natural and keeping Your boots alive and water-sealed for a long time. Such products won't keep Your boots shiny, but they'll keep them sealed from water and make them live long.
Depends where You wanna go. If You wanna keep them shiny, You'll ruin them. If You wanna keep that leather water-proof, it takes a lot of care and they may look awful after that kinda treatment. Always remember ... the Mekong ate more feet of US-soldiers not caring about dry socks, than the wet trenches of WWI.
If you put shoe polish on them it will last longer. Or mink oil.
I use both
They get Pecard's regularly.
I use Obenauffs heavy duty LP on all my leather.
So do I, it works so well
Is there much difference between that and mink oil?
@@Ojthemighty
Yes, and if you have to use an oil use neatsfoot oil.
Mink oil can degrade stitching over time.
Obensufs is really just great stuff, all natural, skin safe, and smells pretty good.
Your old boots looked dry, try putting extra conditioning oil in the new pair
They get Pecard's regularly.
Very cool
high heels are for women's shoes. I felt the same way about my Engineer boots. I had a Cobbler cut the heel down like a Corcoran to 1 5/8. from 2". MUCH better.
You should get a pair of Nicks hot shots for your next pair of boots.
I will check that out. Thanks for the tip! As I age, good shoes become ever more important.
DavidN23Skidoo You might think that I am crazy for suggesting that, But it is a boot made specifically for your foot. I think custom boots are worth it it in the long run.
Question about the ankle support.
Mine got soft after a year of wear and mink oil conditioning around the shaft/ankle area. Now they don’t offer much resistance against ankle twists no matter how tight I lace them.
Is yours also soft enough to not offer ankle support anymore?
Coc oran field boot, the best been a trooper for 37 years and never failed me
I actually like the tall logger style heel, but I am interested in these due to your good review and their good price. My two year old Red Wings that i only wear two days a week are starting to have the toe of the sole come off already! Disappointed in them since they are supposed to be the top of the line. Are these made in the USA?
Cove Shoe Company, Martinsburg, PA.
As much as I love these tall black boots, walking and running around on pavement with these is killing my knees! I'm only 22 and I put in thick, high quality insoles.
I noticed that mine have the really hard 90s era outsoles. Maybe my knees wouldn't hurt if I had a cobbler put soft, modern soles on these? If anyone knows something please fill me in on it.
I was always walking rough ground, not pavement, and needed the hard Vibram soles for going on fires. Softer soles would be a great idea if you are on hard surfaces all the time. Walking in timber must be good for you. I had a knee X-rayed in February and the Tech told me to look at the pictures. She said, "You have GREAT joint space!" The doctor came in the exam room later and he said the same thing!
@@DavidN23Skidoo Interesting. I want to wear the boots on mostly all surfaces. The Corcoran Marauders were excellent for this purpose, but have no water resistance. I'll have to see about the softer soles on the Field Boots in a few months and then report back.
What kind of inserts / insole would they have come with in the service or if what can I put in now ?
I don't know, but Rose Anvil channel has loads of info on old boots. Here is a good vid.ua-cam.com/video/Wtxpzw0jvNg/v-deo.htmlsi=Zj-s0TsHwXuB8iWo
Try olive oil about every 3months & weekly Good no petroleum black polish week w/ Good horse hair natural brush - Winter time hut couple times w/ Sno-Seal - At least once year saddle soap them Good - Will last many years if you do this to two pairs boots alternate back n forth weekly it when wet / dirty / need maintenance - One pair everyday will last 1/4 time two pair alternating plus you can take care of them better for seasonal big maintenance while wearing other pair - Old Soldier here & Spit Shining ruins boot only for looks & So dies kiwi polish as it has Petroleum Diss.
Thank you! Great advice that will help many!
would Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP Leather Preservative ruin these boots? im looking to protect it from salt in the winter
Wildland firefighters and loggers like Obenauf's. I was using Pecard's on them, and now I use a mix of mink oil and Pecard's. The mink oil soaks in and keeps the leather softer than Pecard's alone. Firefighters have to protect their boots from the chemicals in foam, so I think Obenauf's has to be good. I will order some and give it a try.
What's the process for picking the correct size on these?
Go to this site, www.carolinashoe.com/en/10-inch-leather-field-boot-16424.html?dwvar_16424_color=Black Under the sizes listed you will see Size Guide. It shows the US and UK sizes, and the corresponding length of your foot in centimeters. Lay a ruler on the floor, up against the baseboard. Stand with your foot against the baseboard and have a helper read the length of your foot. If you are measuring in inches, multiply that by 2.54 to get the centimeter length of your foot. Click the size guide over to width and pick what works for you.
Put liquid silicone on those jump boots and let it dry for a day. Put another coat of silicone on and let it dry for a day. Them polish them with black kiwi shoe polish and those boots will be waterproof and last forever.
I wear these bad boys all the time
I have the same Black combat boots
do a update on these babies :)
New Corcorans are nothing like the ones I had from the '60s/70s.
They aren't getting my money.
Logger boot heel is ment to hook into tree climbing spikes. Horrible for your back on hard surfaces.
I have three pairs. The best boots I have ever owned. I want to be buried in mine.
I try other boots and none are as good to my feet!
If you take care of your boots, they can live for 100 years.
Where can I purchase this model online?
They are hard to find right now. I did a search for Corcoran Field Boots, and found almost all Jump Boots, which do not have the lug sole. I found one that listed the Field Boots, but do not know anything about them. Google it and then check out any site you find before you order. The pandemic really messed things up. I have some old ones stashed away that I will have re-soled and stitched a bit. I did buy a set of the Tanker Boots, and like them, but they are too pretty with the blonde suede to wear of work....I will have to oil them up before going in the woods with them.
These might not be the a good boot for fires because it has a metal shank that will heat up.
Yeah, if I'm gonna be a firefighter I'm gonna get Nick's handmade Boots
steel shank ?
From the Corcoran website: Corcoran 10 in. Field Boot | Made In USA
These Corcoran Field Boots - 10 inch Leather 1525 (Black)are just the ticket for a military-approved, super protective piece of high performance footwear. Whether you are training in garrison or deployed, doing ruck marches or on patrol, you will appreciate their high quality craftsmanship.
There are certain components that are needed in combat boots and Corcoran knows exactly what those are. Features such as the smooth, responsive leather uppers and high-tech soles will support and protect your feet at all times. There is also superb ankle support and Garrison Army Munson lasts, which make for a roomier fit.
Corcoran has also injected special ribbed steel shanks that are specially engineered for paratroopers. Also, the speed lacing system and 4-way traction outsole are also engineered to keep these outstanding field boots performing better and longer.
Full Grain Leather Upper
High Speed Lace System
Internal Ankle Support
Garrison Army Munson Last For Superior Fit
Spit Shineable Leather Toe Cap & Counter
Unlined
Triple Rib Steel Shank
Goodyear Welt Construction
Vibram® #134 Rubber Outsole
USA Made with Global Parts
@@DavidN23Skidoo Thanks- they look like good boots. You got good videos. Be well.
What are you going to do used onès
How's the midsole?
How high is the gusset on the tounge?
Eight inches. The boots are a bit over ten.
😢 give that leather some love. Would last forever if you just condition and polish that leather
They get Pecard's regularly.
@@DavidN23Skidoo wow obviously get worked hard then