I really appreciate that you don't edit out your er's and um's. So many tubers dice their videos up to seem a bit too perfect. Your style comes across as far more genuine and trustworthy. Keep up the good work. I'm not much of a boot-head, but I love your videos.
Love the deep dive on Nick's. Pretty much any content that is Rose Anvil + Nick's boots is a win. You can't go wrong here Weston. Side note: as always, we love your transparency.
Thanks for the in-depth look into an entire product line. I am a few inches taller than Weston but am a huge fan of the 55 last. It is much more stable for what I do as a tradesman and motorcyclist, really locking in that heel and having the thicker arch leather on ladders, pegs, and all sorts of terrain. I agree that the steel toes always get a little colder faster than other toe boxes, but when I tried on both types of safety toes at Nick's I felt the steel toe allowed me more room in the toe box vs composite, and drags less on the ground when I'm working on my knees than my Thoroughgoods as it is a little slimmer design. I don't see myself going for a Chelsea boot as I like the stability of lacing systems, but it is interesting to see Nick's expanding their lineup and creating this level of Chelsea for those who love them.
Weston, I really like the format of these videos. You do well on all of your videos, however these feel more casual relaxed. Of course, the additional information is greatly appreciated, too.
Not sure exactly what you’d classify as “hard work” but I wore redbacks in the auto industry and loved them. I was walking on concrete all day, stepping in chemicals all the time and wore them with an average of 5 years each (went through 2 until the foam became exposed on the sole). Might give these a try next pretty much just off the possibility to re sole because it’s the one feature I wish I had on my redbacks.
I tried the Redbacks off the Matco truck and I will never buy again They lasted me 2 years and t took them to local Cobbler and he refused to work on them I said they are non repairable and can't be resoled .So I never invest in a non good year welded boots again PNW boot are resoled and rebuild and they will last me the rest of my life
@@johnversluis3084 I think that’s the point he’s making about these. They should theoretically last you your whole life being able to be re soled, however, the point I was making is that I do not doubt that as I have had a boot that ran me under $200 off a tool truck last as long as they did and would have had even more life if it could be re soled. Which I’m willing to bet yours did too if you only had them for 2 years. What did you switch to/what are you currently wearing?
The comfort of the Redbacks cannot be denied, but in less than a year as a DIY Dave the sole seperated at the toe and I sent an email showing how it just separated and the response was from Redback was basically like, "yeah, that'll happen" no %off, no sorry, no sticker... just "yup, that's the nature of the sole. what do you want us to do, it's only our product"
Love this video! It’s really handy to see a direct comparison of Nicks 55 last vs HNW, plus factoring in what outsole you choose. Really useful info, not just for Chelseas, but Nicks boots across the board. Thanks!
This is the video I needed. Nicks should sponsor you, I’m currently on their website now since I’ve been in the market for a comfortable sleek work boot. Also got the SBB wallet from your store last week, quality product. Keep up with the dope content!
@AndyGKaufman he's explained many times how his sponsorships can't affect his bias when he's legitimately cutting them in half and dissecting layers, he also doesn't earn a portion of sales from the video like almost all youtubers, instead he gets a lower flat rate and uses the normal kickback to get a discount for viewers. He makes extremely helpful videos, has spent a lot of time and money making those videos, and deserves to be compensated in my opinion. He has been sponsored by Nicks MANY times before by the way.
I appreciated a deeper dive on the Nicks options, especially the discussion of the lasts. I have flat feet, high insteps, and wide toes. This video let me know that if I did decide to pull the trigger on a pair of Nicks, I definitely don't want the 55, or any structure in the toes. The HNW and soft toe seem like my best options for these boots.
This kind of video is seriously needed. If I can0t decide on a product among many options I end up not buying anything or going for something basic. When investing a couple hundreds into a product, we the custumers 1000% want to know what the value proposition is.
18:00 For whatever it's worth, my Florsheim Chelsea safety-toe boots have leather covering the elastic. They've been making them that way for 15 years that I know of. They *are* cemented construction (and who knows what's actually inside of them), but I wore my first pair everyday all day, even on vacation, for a few years. They finally started coming apart when I was running into the ocean scooping up water to put out a beach fire. I've had my second pair for more than ten years now, but these days I only wear them when I have to go to the shop for work (a couple hours every week or so). Sorry, didn't mean to go off on a ramble there; it's past my bed time.
I doubt they replace the goring but I think that is a fantastic idea. One of the cool things about the majority of Nicks boots is that they're not only resoleable but also rebuildable. They will essentially build you a brand new pair of boots on your old uppers. The chelsea boots are only resoleable so being able to replace the goring as well would be amazing!
Hey there! I haven't even started the video yet but I just wanted to thank you so much in advance for making this! I am going to be flying out to Washington state in a couple of weeks to visit my best friend and his family and one of the things I plan on doing with them is going out to Spokane to visit the Nick's headquarters. I plan on getting fitted for, and ordering a custom pair of their Chelsea boots!
Man you have to have one of the coolest boots collections ever. Thank you for all the knowledge, I jave learn so much thanks to all your videos, keep them coming
This was awesome! I’ve got my heart set on a pair of Nick’s in the near future and was thinking Chelseas make sense for how I work. This deep dive gave a lot of context to how the different lasts and soles work together which I think will really help mitigate some risk when spending $600 sight unseen on a pair of boots. Not that you need another kiss ass in here, but your channel and your content are fantastic and much appreciated.
I have some whites ramblers with the 2021 wedge, and I gotta say it's become my favorite outsole. Comfort is insane, especially working on smooth concrete.
The most nerve wracking part of ordering boots like these is sizing. I have a pair of JK Arctic boots and Nicks Hotshots and I spent hours trying to research sizing from any source I could. If you could add how your size in a boot like this (last dependant) compared to your sneaker size relates, it would be very helpful. These NW brands offer a try on process, but it adds a significant cost. An "order this if you are this" in whatever brand isn't necessary, but how your sizing works for you would offer helpful context
Agreed. Sizing is one of the most important things to me. It’s $100 for Nicks’ sizing process but I suggest people use their ready-to-ship (RTS) offerings. The RTS page is updated every day with new boots. Use Nicks sizing recommendations as a starting point and go from there. RTS boots ship free, just try ‘em on and pay the return shipping through USPS. I was able to try 2 different boots and spent $60 total. I could of ordered another pair and still be under Nicks Try On process price. Hopefully this helps someone
@@ColinZwirner brannock is ideal. If you can’t, take your current boot size and go half size down. Each case is different depending how you want them to fit
Brannock is great if the manufacturers use lasts and methods to be true to that size standard. Even then it’s a crap shoot to find proper fit. I have odd feet that measure as the same size R/L on the Brannock, yet my left foot is flat and my right normal, not high arch. I’ve been this way all my life, no injuries etc. Fitting shoes my right needs at least half-size larger than my left, so I’ve compromised fit on footwear most of my life. If I can find budget athletic shoes on sale, I will buy two pair two get a good fit for each foot. Sorry, but then I just donate my mismatched pair to the thrift store🤷♂️. Hopefully someone else finds its the perfect fit for them or they can tolerate the fit for cheap. 😉👌🏻
i had a chance to do in-store try-on at nick's and i'm glad i did before ordering because it was the first time in my life i ever had to get a wide shoe. i'm consistently a women's US 9/UK 7/EU 40 but had to get a 7EE at nick's. turns out the top of my foot was too high to fit into their shoes; the solution given to me was to go with a wider width. that's not something i've ever seen addressed on any online fit guides, not even nick's.
This type of comparison video within a product line is extremely useful. Because of this video I decided to subscribe hoping for more, so I hope it does well and you decide to continue doing them. If you do I will continue to watch and hit the like button.
Weston you have a major opportunity to get all the PNW boot makers in a room. Do a trade show, and do a meeting to standardize all the sizing together. Theres no reason this cant be done..
Great overview. As I get older, my idea of a dream boot would be something like a Nick’s take on a Georgia boot Wellington-a bit shorter, no goring, pull tab on back, a better outsole (vibram blocky), no safety toe, easy break in. My life is past “hard labor”, but I still work outside-mow, move sprinklers, work on my compost pile, garden etc…the reality is that my cheap overseas Georgia Wellies will last a lifetime at this pace, but I wouldn’t mind paying a premium for a made in USA option that slightly outperforms what I have today…given that they don’t have to survive what Nicks are normally built for, maybe the cost could be reduced slightly? call it the Ultimate Yard Boot!
Love this style of video. I would probably stick with the 55 last fits my foot better and I like the support. But this would definitely have helped me when I first started my boot journey. Really in-depth and gives a lot of detail to make purchases easier.
I would get the wedge sole as you suggest. I do not have a hard work job or life. I teach middle school shop so I don't even need boots, but I love the look of the wedge sole.
Thanks for this. I am really interested in these boots and appreciate the information! I'm 52, have super flat feet and just got my first PNW boots in December from Frank's with the high arch. My feet are in heaven but I like a pull on boot like my Blundstones so when Nicks came out with these I got REAL excited. I need a pair of these and could care less if I look like Frankenstein's Monster wearing a pair with shorts this summer as long as my feet are happy.
I ordered my Builder Pros with the try-boot process. For a work boot used for work they fit fine. However, while the upper offers great support they are too loose in width for trail walking and hiking, particularly on slopes with side slopes. With that in mind, when I ordered my Nick's Ridgelines I changed to a "C" width instead of the "D" width with the other measurements being the same. That was a huge improvement. In regards to how to pick the right size, I'd suggest the try-boot method for your first pair. After breaking in and wearing the boots for a while you will know what isn't quite right and can make adjustments to your sizing for the next pair... I imagine that by the third pair everyone would be dialed in well!
I like the more casual style and it's cool to see all the different boots in a single video. Kinda dig the high heel ones lol Indy 3 Chelsea style boot?
Of the sole options, I would go for the V-Bar (or Vibram mini lug if they had them). I like the heavy lug soles, but probably not in a Chelsea. If I was performing any activity that needed that heavy duty of a sole, I would opt for a lace-up boot, instead. As for the wedge soles, I'm just not a fan of the looks. The white foam rubber looks cheap to me. I'm sure they are all great, though.
You might want to have a look at Australian brand Rossi Boots. Their Shearer boot in particular is very interesting and has a great heritage. Their Ripple Sole boots are very famous down here and many of us wore them with our school uniform.
Amazing video!! Really appreciate the in-depth of these boots because I’m really indecisive between nicks and jk but I’ll most likely be trying both out .
I like both channels and think both styles are great. Hey, maybe you should do a series on the main channel to find the best boots for slogging in the messy stuff on the farm, then a more detailed look at the best option or two here on Rose Anvil 2. I know you have some farmers in your life, Weston! We need good boots too!
My Blundstones were on their last leg months ago, and need to replace them. I would LOVE one of these, but honestly can't decide. I have a pair of Roberts and love the arch support of the 55, but that wedge sole option seems really nice.
I agree that I prefer the looks of the wedge, however, I like the functionality of the 55 last with the lug soles. I also have super high arches, like the extra traction, and want it to last for the rest of my life. I also like the idea of these videos. I think they will continue to get more views as people are researching a boot they would like to purchase. Especially when they get to be at this price point and you can't go into a store to see them in person easily.
I've been wearing White's since 1971. I have had boots resoled or rebuilt by Nick's, White's and Frank's. I think they are pretty much equally comparable. When you compare the cost of Nick's chelsea boot to 3 pairs of Blundstones you might also add the cost of rebuilding or resoling the Nick's for a fair price comparison. I recently got my first pair of Blundstones. I like them because they are light in weight, easy on and off and comfortable. I got the model 1440 and I would not consider them a serious work boot.
I dont have boot names but i have seen the goring covered many times with leather even before nicks did it, it is often a desgin feature but still practical
Love this video and would love to see more. If nothing else I would love do see you do this with a pair of White's going through all of their lasts. Speaking of which I think Nicks 67 last is based on White's Smoke Jumper last. But I could be wrong.
My understanding of the 11067 last is that it was a 55 but with a sprung toe that forces toes upward. My personal guess is this allows the wearer to alter their gait, but I also read a few discussions that suggested it could cause issues with muscle tightness and sprains. I’ll have to look into it again, though.
Great video. My one quibble would be resoling once a year; in my experience (25+ years in hard rock mining) a Vibram 100 sole will last 3+ years. The stitching is the vulnerable area, susceptible to cuts and burns, it will be interesting to see if the goring holds up as long as the soles.
Man if I didn't already have a pair of Jim Green Chelsea's I like I'd definitely be looking at getting a pair of those. I really like the leather over the gore that's a nice touch.
Another nice video Weston. Bot of your channels are great. I like how get into if the boot is worth the price. You got me to get a pair of Whites with all of your reviews. And, I am glad I got them. There is a boot brand made in Wisconsin called Russell Moccasin. They are priced like White's and Nick's. I am wondering if you could look at them and see if they are worth the price and if the build quality is good or just okay...
Interesting and VERY helpful video! I really like the look of the covered goring and would want it with the dark brown flesh-out but I don't think that's available as a combo. I live too far north to use wedge sole boots outdoors but the comfort sounds alluring.
I have a question. As what Weston said "the work Chelsea is unique and cool looking the leather covers the Goring. But in the heritage Chelsea the Goring is showing." Can we as a customer request the heritage boot leather cover the Goring? I would pay extra for it, for me personally i don't like the Goring showing it looks weird, IMO.
I've never considered getting a pair of Chelsea's because I hate the way the goering looks on the side. Leave it to Nick's to come out with a Chelsea I actually want. Good job! 👍
I messaged Nick's to make a steel toe wedge sole Chelsea. It's the only way that I'd move away from my redbacks for work, and the only thing that would interest me in getting a Nick's boot. Hopefully they add that as an option so I can fly out to Washington to order and get sized for that boot.
I have a pair on order. I got the work style in the HNW last with the VBar sole and composite toe. Ordered on Black Friday and hope to get them by April or May.
I love the look of the 55last boots the chelsea with the logger type sole and the chunky heel looks great . I have the Wolverine 1000 mile axel boots in Grey rough out. And the Axel model is one that has the logger sole on it, instead of the leather sole. Anyway, just saying that I like the brown color and black lug sole. With all the leather that is on the heel, it looks great!!
Rose Anvil 2 should be able to just post whatever you want to make. As for the question of the video, I’d get the chromexcel on the v-bar sole. They look great.
Very cool and informative video. I do like this concept. As a European, the 55 last is a no go, but I do have a pair of HNW Nicks - which are still quite "cluncky".
Thanks so much for the great watch! I'm new to the channel, but greatly appreciate the comprehensive review and unfiltered opinions from a knowledgeable source. I'm in the market for some chelsea boots, but not sure I want to go straight into something that is a totally new design, even if the company has history and clout. I'm still very drawn to those heritage chelseas. Other brands I'm considering for the chelsea are (in descending price) RM Williams, Grant Stone, and Canada West. I'm curious how you think the RM Williams stack up against the Nick's. Thanks so much!
You know what’s unique about these? The vamp panel being a separate piece. They make it a true stitchdown this way. Then they nail the heel down like they do on their other boots. That’s rare especially on a wedge. Even if you find a stitchdown you’ll see it’s a welted 360 on the rest. Did you mention this? I skipped a few parts. Look at a Viberg wedge for example. Even Truman, they’ll have a welt 270 and stitching continues to a 360. I haven’t seen this before and I instantly noticed all the panels. If you count the backstay and counter it’s a 5 piece? Typically Chelsea’s are a 2 piece and in some cases a Wholecut. I don’t even wear Chelseas but hey man they’re boots.. and that’s what I do homie 😏
I would like the wedge if it were the black-which might even be an option, I haven’t looked. The V-bar makes most sense for my usage. Love the format and the content-please do more. ND3 with cap toe, just ‘cause I like that look…
5:20 At Boeing in Tukwila, WA we send planes off to customer pilots and fix anything caught on a walk through, we almost all wear that sole for in plane ✈️ work
Just wanted to chime in on the leather over goring here. I’ve seen this done far before Nicks and I’ve been keeping an eye out recently at my job (I work at a red wing store) and have seen a few examples since. Although the most recent ones have been non branded leather shoes from other counties (Mexico, Brazil, Portugal) I can email some photos I’ve taken if you’re interested
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I really appreciate that you don't edit out your er's and um's. So many tubers dice their videos up to seem a bit too perfect. Your style comes across as far more genuine and trustworthy. Keep up the good work. I'm not much of a boot-head, but I love your videos.
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Love the deep dive on Nick's. Pretty much any content that is Rose Anvil + Nick's boots is a win. You can't go wrong here Weston. Side note: as always, we love your transparency.
Thanks for the in-depth look into an entire product line. I am a few inches taller than Weston but am a huge fan of the 55 last. It is much more stable for what I do as a tradesman and motorcyclist, really locking in that heel and having the thicker arch leather on ladders, pegs, and all sorts of terrain. I agree that the steel toes always get a little colder faster than other toe boxes, but when I tried on both types of safety toes at Nick's I felt the steel toe allowed me more room in the toe box vs composite, and drags less on the ground when I'm working on my knees than my Thoroughgoods as it is a little slimmer design. I don't see myself going for a Chelsea boot as I like the stability of lacing systems, but it is interesting to see Nick's expanding their lineup and creating this level of Chelsea for those who love them.
I dig this "after hours" content.
This style of video is awesome. I love deep dives that cover all available options! Hyper fixation for the win.
Weston, I really like the format of these videos. You do well on all of your videos, however these feel more casual relaxed. Of course, the additional information is greatly appreciated, too.
Nicks boots + Darn Tough sox cured my painful corns and offensive smell! Worth every penny!
Not sure exactly what you’d classify as “hard work” but I wore redbacks in the auto industry and loved them. I was walking on concrete all day, stepping in chemicals all the time and wore them with an average of 5 years each (went through 2 until the foam became exposed on the sole). Might give these a try next pretty much just off the possibility to re sole because it’s the one feature I wish I had on my redbacks.
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I tried the Redbacks off the Matco truck and I will never buy again They lasted me 2 years and t took them to local Cobbler and he refused to work on them I said they are non repairable and can't be resoled .So I never invest in a non good year welded boots again PNW boot are resoled and rebuild and they will last me the rest of my life
@@johnversluis3084 I think that’s the point he’s making about these. They should theoretically last you your whole life being able to be re soled, however, the point I was making is that I do not doubt that as I have had a boot that ran me under $200 off a tool truck last as long as they did and would have had even more life if it could be re soled. Which I’m willing to bet yours did too if you only had them for 2 years. What did you switch to/what are you currently wearing?
The comfort of the Redbacks cannot be denied, but in less than a year as a DIY Dave the sole seperated at the toe and I sent an email showing how it just separated and the response was from Redback was basically like, "yeah, that'll happen" no %off, no sorry, no sticker... just "yup, that's the nature of the sole. what do you want us to do, it's only our product"
Love this video! It’s really handy to see a direct comparison of Nicks 55 last vs HNW, plus factoring in what outsole you choose. Really useful info, not just for Chelseas, but Nicks boots across the board. Thanks!
Love these long term video’s ~ thanks for doing these Weston!
This is the video I needed. Nicks should sponsor you, I’m currently on their website now since I’ve been in the market for a comfortable sleek work boot. Also got the SBB wallet from your store last week, quality product. Keep up with the dope content!
@AndyGKaufman he's explained many times how his sponsorships can't affect his bias when he's legitimately cutting them in half and dissecting layers, he also doesn't earn a portion of sales from the video like almost all youtubers, instead he gets a lower flat rate and uses the normal kickback to get a discount for viewers. He makes extremely helpful videos, has spent a lot of time and money making those videos, and deserves to be compensated in my opinion. He has been sponsored by Nicks MANY times before by the way.
I appreciated a deeper dive on the Nicks options, especially the discussion of the lasts. I have flat feet, high insteps, and wide toes. This video let me know that if I did decide to pull the trigger on a pair of Nicks, I definitely don't want the 55, or any structure in the toes. The HNW and soft toe seem like my best options for these boots.
This kind of video is seriously needed. If I can0t decide on a product among many options I end up not buying anything or going for something basic. When investing a couple hundreds into a product, we the custumers 1000% want to know what the value proposition is.
This was really helpful. Most helpful aspect is going over the last differences.
i literally just subscribed to this channel because of this video. Please keep these kinds of videos coming.
the long format style video is fantastic. very informative and entertaining - thank you
18:00 For whatever it's worth, my Florsheim Chelsea safety-toe boots have leather covering the elastic. They've been making them that way for 15 years that I know of.
They *are* cemented construction (and who knows what's actually inside of them), but I wore my first pair everyday all day, even on vacation, for a few years. They finally started coming apart when I was running into the ocean scooping up water to put out a beach fire. I've had my second pair for more than ten years now, but these days I only wear them when I have to go to the shop for work (a couple hours every week or so).
Sorry, didn't mean to go off on a ramble there; it's past my bed time.
I'm digging this channel brother please keep it up
Love the long form comparisons! Keep up the great work!
Have to admit the explanation of the lasts is the most useful part of this video. I'm not crazy about Chelseas myself, but these look great.
I doubt they replace the goring but I think that is a fantastic idea. One of the cool things about the majority of Nicks boots is that they're not only resoleable but also rebuildable. They will essentially build you a brand new pair of boots on your old uppers. The chelsea boots are only resoleable so being able to replace the goring as well would be amazing!
Bar owner here, love the idea of trying out the wedge soled boots
Hey there! I haven't even started the video yet but I just wanted to thank you so much in advance for making this! I am going to be flying out to Washington state in a couple of weeks to visit my best friend and his family and one of the things I plan on doing with them is going out to Spokane to visit the Nick's headquarters. I plan on getting fitted for, and ordering a custom pair of their Chelsea boots!
Gotta say, that hidden elastic gore is really clever. Definitely intrigues me.
I really like the rambling/long videos!
I really like these long form videos on this channel. I especially enjoy the PNW boot videos.
Man you have to have one of the coolest boots collections ever.
Thank you for all the knowledge, I jave learn so much thanks to all your videos, keep them coming
"Words are hard" - Weston 🤣🤣🤣 seemed like you were having one of those days buddy. I dig this style video btw.
This was awesome! I’ve got my heart set on a pair of Nick’s in the near future and was thinking Chelseas make sense for how I work. This deep dive gave a lot of context to how the different lasts and soles work together which I think will really help mitigate some risk when spending $600 sight unseen on a pair of boots. Not that you need another kiss ass in here, but your channel and your content are fantastic and much appreciated.
I have some whites ramblers with the 2021 wedge, and I gotta say it's become my favorite outsole. Comfort is insane, especially working on smooth concrete.
Liked the video. I've been wanting to buy a pair of these but was not sure what to get. This was helpful.
The most nerve wracking part of ordering boots like these is sizing. I have a pair of JK Arctic boots and Nicks Hotshots and I spent hours trying to research sizing from any source I could. If you could add how your size in a boot like this (last dependant) compared to your sneaker size relates, it would be very helpful.
These NW brands offer a try on process, but it adds a significant cost. An "order this if you are this" in whatever brand isn't necessary, but how your sizing works for you would offer helpful context
Agreed. Sizing is one of the most important things to me. It’s $100 for Nicks’ sizing process but I suggest people use their ready-to-ship (RTS) offerings. The RTS page is updated every day with new boots. Use Nicks sizing recommendations as a starting point and go from there. RTS boots ship free, just try ‘em on and pay the return shipping through USPS. I was able to try 2 different boots and spent $60 total. I could of ordered another pair and still be under Nicks Try On process price. Hopefully this helps someone
Get your brannock measurments and then use the Nicks sizing guide?
@@ColinZwirner brannock is ideal. If you can’t, take your current boot size and go half size down. Each case is different depending how you want them to fit
Brannock is great if the manufacturers use lasts and methods to be true to that size standard. Even then it’s a crap shoot to find proper fit. I have odd feet that measure as the same size R/L on the Brannock, yet my left foot is flat and my right normal, not high arch. I’ve been this way all my life, no injuries etc. Fitting shoes my right needs at least half-size larger than my left, so I’ve compromised fit on footwear most of my life. If I can find budget athletic shoes on sale, I will buy two pair two get a good fit for each foot. Sorry, but then I just donate my mismatched pair to the thrift store🤷♂️. Hopefully someone else finds its the perfect fit for them or they can tolerate the fit for cheap. 😉👌🏻
i had a chance to do in-store try-on at nick's and i'm glad i did before ordering because it was the first time in my life i ever had to get a wide shoe. i'm consistently a women's US 9/UK 7/EU 40 but had to get a 7EE at nick's. turns out the top of my foot was too high to fit into their shoes; the solution given to me was to go with a wider width. that's not something i've ever seen addressed on any online fit guides, not even nick's.
This type of comparison video within a product line is extremely useful. Because of this video I decided to subscribe hoping for more, so I hope it does well and you decide to continue doing them. If you do I will continue to watch and hit the like button.
I'm always down for Nick's boots videos.
Excellent video, I'm gonna get one of these when my current chelseas crap out
Definitely like this style of video. Do your standard video on ra1 then follow it up with an in-depth look on ra2. I'm definitely on board
Awesome video, keep these coming! I love the Heritage boot in CXL with the V-Bar sole.it's beautiful! A commando or Dainite sole would be great.
Weston you have a major opportunity to get all the PNW boot makers in a room. Do a trade show, and do a meeting to standardize all the sizing together. Theres no reason this cant be done..
Great overview. As I get older, my idea of a dream boot would be something like a Nick’s take on a Georgia boot Wellington-a bit shorter, no goring, pull tab on back, a better outsole (vibram blocky), no safety toe, easy break in. My life is past “hard labor”, but I still work outside-mow, move sprinklers, work on my compost pile, garden etc…the reality is that my cheap overseas Georgia Wellies will last a lifetime at this pace, but I wouldn’t mind paying a premium for a made in USA option that slightly outperforms what I have today…given that they don’t have to survive what Nicks are normally built for, maybe the cost could be reduced slightly? call it the Ultimate Yard Boot!
My first nicks were on the 55 last. Urban loggers. Great fit and comfort.
Urban Loggers, 55 last, and brown waxed flesh leather is the best looking work boot ever.
More more more. This vid was one of your best.
Love this style of video. I would probably stick with the 55 last fits my foot better and I like the support. But this would definitely have helped me when I first started my boot journey. Really in-depth and gives a lot of detail to make purchases easier.
I would get the wedge sole as you suggest. I do not have a hard work job or life. I teach middle school shop so I don't even need boots, but I love the look of the wedge sole.
The goring is very cool. The Mexican botín charro makes something similar where the leather hides the fabric but it’s not quite similar
Thanks for this. I am really interested in these boots and appreciate the information! I'm 52, have super flat feet and just got my first PNW boots in December from Frank's with the high arch. My feet are in heaven but I like a pull on boot like my Blundstones so when Nicks came out with these I got REAL excited. I need a pair of these and could care less if I look like Frankenstein's Monster wearing a pair with shorts this summer as long as my feet are happy.
I ordered my Builder Pros with the try-boot process. For a work boot used for work they fit fine. However, while the upper offers great support they are too loose in width for trail walking and hiking, particularly on slopes with side slopes. With that in mind, when I ordered my Nick's Ridgelines I changed to a "C" width instead of the "D" width with the other measurements being the same. That was a huge improvement. In regards to how to pick the right size, I'd suggest the try-boot method for your first pair. After breaking in and wearing the boots for a while you will know what isn't quite right and can make adjustments to your sizing for the next pair... I imagine that by the third pair everyone would be dialed in well!
Absolutely love the Rose Anvil 2 channel 🔥🔥🔥👌🏾
I like the more casual style and it's cool to see all the different boots in a single video.
Kinda dig the high heel ones lol
Indy 3 Chelsea style boot?
I love these types of videos 💯
Love this format!
Of the sole options, I would go for the V-Bar (or Vibram mini lug if they had them). I like the heavy lug soles, but probably not in a Chelsea. If I was performing any activity that needed that heavy duty of a sole, I would opt for a lace-up boot, instead. As for the wedge soles, I'm just not a fan of the looks. The white foam rubber looks cheap to me. I'm sure they are all great, though.
I totally agree with you that flap should be available for heritage leather. I asked them but sadly it seems not an option:(
I enjoy this style video. I have been wanting a pair of these and this is helping me choose options.
Definitely would go with the wedge sole.
I think these videos are very interesting, keep up the good work!
I would take the dressy ones. You can do pretty much anything in them, and they look REAL good!
Can you do a video on the best way to reglue a sock liner into a boot? That would be super helpful.
I like this type of video !! Weston can you think about a live chat like what Phil does at Ashland Leather ?
You might want to have a look at Australian brand Rossi Boots. Their Shearer boot in particular is very interesting and has a great heritage. Their Ripple Sole boots are very famous down here and many of us wore them with our school uniform.
Amazing video!! Really appreciate the in-depth of these boots because I’m really indecisive between nicks and jk but I’ll most likely be trying both out .
I like both channels and think both styles are great.
Hey, maybe you should do a series on the main channel to find the best boots for slogging in the messy stuff on the farm, then a more detailed look at the best option or two here on Rose Anvil 2.
I know you have some farmers in your life, Weston! We need good boots too!
I would love to see more like this
My Blundstones were on their last leg months ago, and need to replace them. I would LOVE one of these, but honestly can't decide. I have a pair of Roberts and love the arch support of the 55, but that wedge sole option seems really nice.
Love the deep dive!
Awesome. I needed a video like this.
I agree that I prefer the looks of the wedge, however, I like the functionality of the 55 last with the lug soles. I also have super high arches, like the extra traction, and want it to last for the rest of my life.
I also like the idea of these videos. I think they will continue to get more views as people are researching a boot they would like to purchase. Especially when they get to be at this price point and you can't go into a store to see them in person easily.
Excellent video format
I've been wearing White's since 1971. I have had boots resoled or rebuilt by Nick's, White's and Frank's. I think they are pretty much equally comparable. When you compare the cost of Nick's chelsea boot to 3 pairs of Blundstones you might also add the cost of rebuilding or resoling the Nick's for a fair price comparison. I recently got my first pair of Blundstones. I like them because they are light in weight, easy on and off and comfortable. I got the model 1440 and I would not consider them a serious work boot.
Great video, definitely like all the info
You should make a video on the best boot for an ironworker
I dont have boot names but i have seen the goring covered many times with leather even before nicks did it, it is often a desgin feature but still practical
Love this video and would love to see more. If nothing else I would love do see you do this with a pair of White's going through all of their lasts. Speaking of which I think Nicks 67 last is based on White's Smoke Jumper last. But I could be wrong.
My understanding of the 11067 last is that it was a 55 but with a sprung toe that forces toes upward. My personal guess is this allows the wearer to alter their gait, but I also read a few discussions that suggested it could cause issues with muscle tightness and sprains. I’ll have to look into it again, though.
Great video. My one quibble would be resoling once a year; in my experience (25+ years in hard rock mining) a Vibram 100 sole will last 3+ years. The stitching is the vulnerable area, susceptible to cuts and burns, it will be interesting to see if the goring holds up as long as the soles.
A good video to boot of the evening
Man if I didn't already have a pair of Jim Green Chelsea's I like I'd definitely be looking at getting a pair of those. I really like the leather over the gore that's a nice touch.
Another nice video Weston. Bot of your channels are great. I like how get into if the boot is worth the price. You got me to get a pair of Whites with all of your reviews. And, I am glad I got them. There is a boot brand made in Wisconsin called Russell Moccasin. They are priced like White's and Nick's. I am wondering if you could look at them and see if they are worth the price and if the build quality is good or just okay...
Interesting and VERY helpful video!
I really like the look of the covered goring and would want it with the dark brown flesh-out but I don't think that's available as a combo.
I live too far north to use wedge sole boots outdoors but the comfort sounds alluring.
I ordered these in November, I'm crazy excited
Keep it coming!
I have a question. As what Weston said "the work Chelsea is unique and cool looking the leather covers the Goring. But in the heritage Chelsea the Goring is showing." Can we as a customer request the heritage boot leather cover the Goring? I would pay extra for it, for me personally i don't like the Goring showing it looks weird, IMO.
I've never considered getting a pair of Chelsea's because I hate the way the goering looks on the side. Leave it to Nick's to come out with a Chelsea I actually want. Good job! 👍
I messaged Nick's to make a steel toe wedge sole Chelsea. It's the only way that I'd move away from my redbacks for work, and the only thing that would interest me in getting a Nick's boot. Hopefully they add that as an option so I can fly out to Washington to order and get sized for that boot.
I have a pair on order. I got the work style in the HNW last with the VBar sole and composite toe. Ordered on Black Friday and hope to get them by April or May.
Love this style video
I love the look of the 55last boots the chelsea with the logger type sole and the chunky heel looks great . I have the Wolverine 1000 mile axel boots in Grey rough out. And the Axel model is one that has the logger sole on it, instead of the leather sole. Anyway, just saying that I like the brown color and black lug sole. With all the leather that is on the heel, it looks great!!
Rose Anvil 2 should be able to just post whatever you want to make. As for the question of the video, I’d get the chromexcel on the v-bar sole. They look great.
Very cool and informative video. I do like this concept.
As a European, the 55 last is a no go, but I do have a pair of HNW Nicks - which are still quite "cluncky".
The flap is a nice detail, looks way better.
Love your videos. I would love to see a video on White’s cheaper work boots like the hillyards.
Thanks so much for the great watch! I'm new to the channel, but greatly appreciate the comprehensive review and unfiltered opinions from a knowledgeable source. I'm in the market for some chelsea boots, but not sure I want to go straight into something that is a totally new design, even if the company has history and clout. I'm still very drawn to those heritage chelseas. Other brands I'm considering for the chelsea are (in descending price) RM Williams, Grant Stone, and Canada West. I'm curious how you think the RM Williams stack up against the Nick's. Thanks so much!
Really helpful video!
You know what’s unique about these? The vamp panel being a separate piece. They make it a true stitchdown this way. Then they nail the heel down like they do on their other boots. That’s rare especially on a wedge. Even if you find a stitchdown you’ll see it’s a welted 360 on the rest. Did you mention this? I skipped a few parts. Look at a Viberg wedge for example. Even Truman, they’ll have a welt 270 and stitching continues to a 360. I haven’t seen this before and I instantly noticed all the panels. If you count the backstay and counter it’s a 5 piece? Typically Chelsea’s are a 2 piece and in some cases a Wholecut. I don’t even wear Chelseas but hey man they’re boots.. and that’s what I do homie 😏
I still want the Thursday cowboy boot video with with other two boots lol. The current format over overflow is working well I think.
I would like the wedge if it were the black-which might even be an option, I haven’t looked.
The V-bar makes most sense for my usage.
Love the format and the content-please do more.
ND3 with cap toe, just ‘cause I like that look…
5:20 At Boeing in Tukwila, WA we send planes off to customer pilots and fix anything caught on a walk through, we almost all wear that sole for in plane ✈️ work
More Nicks Boots videos!
Just wanted to chime in on the leather over goring here. I’ve seen this done far before Nicks and I’ve been keeping an eye out recently at my job (I work at a red wing store) and have seen a few examples since. Although the most recent ones have been non branded leather shoes from other counties (Mexico, Brazil, Portugal) I can email some photos I’ve taken if you’re interested
1964 Walnut all smooth on a black wedge sole would be my pick.
I have been wearing mongrel brand Chelsea work boots for 3 years now. They are very durable.
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