I would put the jk 300s against grant stones all day though. Those are the mini tanks. Stitchdown pnw for under 400 usd. But I appreciate any finely crafted product with good work practices regardless of source.
I would definitely agree with everything you mentioned. Initially, I wasn't a fan of the Field Boot tread pattern, but I honestly haven't had one issue with footing so it's grown on me. My issue with the Field boot is 1) those stinking D-rings (I hate them), the laces (replaced them for a few bucks), and the last they use. I had to drop 1/2 size from the last used on the Diesel/Ottawa boot (high toe box and slightly longer) and also had to insert a leather heel since my foot tends to ride forward with this boot. Still..I really like it, but hopefully Grant Stone releases a v2.0. We shall see. Cheers.
Good comparison sir. I was really pleased with my Fulton boot at first but after a month or so of regular wear the sole on the right boot started to separate. White’s customer service has been very easy to deal with on the upside.
From all the research I did it seems like Grant Stone deals with a factory that treats their workers well and offers a good wage. I have no trouble supporting a foreign company that works that way. I love my Grant Stone boots and feel they measure up well with my MP’s at half the price.
@@Bootlosophyoh I admit my MP’s are much more hardy than GS, but for a casual boot GS is hard to beat. The break in on my MP’s are a work in progress that GS doesn’t have. As an overall package GS is very very good.
The perry, fulton, millwood and the chore boot are not hand lasted, but machine instead. That and the goodyear welt machine keep it under 400. The next cheapest boot whites has is like $550 plus, those are the hand lasted ones
I agree completely. Grant Stone quality is hard to beat. I'm lucky enough to have a pair or White MP M1 that pushed $700. The stitching on my $380 Grant Stones is better.
Just picked up my pair of Truman dark coyote roughout boots with the unstructured toe box. Looking forward to spending years with my pair of PNW boots.
They're are great so far. Didn't expect the quality to feel that significant. It's very noticeable. The last restock I finally saw my size, and I figured I may never see them again so i pulled the trigger haha
Man, I really love Truman boots, and the dark coyote rough out is an awesome option, but I scored a sweet deal on some John Lofgren M43 natural rough out boots so I can't justify the purchase of another similar rough out boot lol 😂
I recently(ish) got a pair of moss waxy mohawks from truman on the 79 last. Love them. Although I've noticed the Eugene sole wears fairly quickly compared vibrams or dainites.
The Field Boot is definitely a more refined boot. There's no doubting that. Again I own a pair of Fultons that have been nothing but great boots for me. So I may be a bit biased. That being said? I want a pair of Field Boots someday as well. The way I see it though? The Field Boot is a bit too refined and luxurious for me to wear as an everyday work boot. I'm sure it's performance would stand up quite well. But it's just such a beautiful boot. I prefer the lug sole and leather on the Fulton more for a work boot. That leather can get wrecked on the jobsite and it still cleans up great. It's very scuff resistant and forgiving. The lug sole (in similar environments) will easily outlast the blown rubber as well. And I do think it's fine for casual use as well. It's great looking boot in it's own right. Just in a more rugged way. Now all that being said? I'm not saying it's a better boot than the Field Boot. But it is a bit cheaper, easier to come by for me here in the States, and again due to the sole and leather type is much more suited for work IMO. I'd definitely rock the Field Boots in casual arenas for sure though. And the true answer as far as I'm concerned is....I need both boots LOL!
Always an enjoyable education to watch your fantastically informative boot reviews. I've been interested in White's Chore Boot because I prefer a plain toe to the moc toe on the Field Boot. They are both in the same $300-$400 price range (US). Do you tnink it is safe to a assume that the Chore Boot has a gusseted tongue and storm welt like the Field Boot? I ask because I find White's online product descriptions to be somewhat lacking in detail. Or perhaps, as a beginning boot guy, I'm not smart enough to properly interpret the product information they do provide. I've loved your other Grant Stone reviews, particularly on the Edward which I recently ordered in Waxy Commander leather. Thank you and keep up the great videos.
I’ve owned the chore boot. It does not have a fully gusseted tongue and the welt is kind of a storm welt. Also note that Whites will not resole their lesser priced GYW models.
@@Bootlosophy yes. But even in my large city they are becoming rarer. It’s been an anxiety producing exercise dropping off an expensive pair of boots at a un vetted shop. Now I just ship to more expensive experts like unsung house for the work.
Teik, I would never shoot you, have others, but that is a story for another time. I enjoy your channel and my Holy Grail of boot is Viberg. Expensive but worth it. Take care a be safe.
I just buy boots and shoes made from anywhere. I buy for the design, construction, and function. It doesn’t matter where they are made as long as they are good for purpose.
Good comparison and imo GS makes the best quality boot in their price range, especially when they mark them down. At the same time I don’t see a problem with going out of your way to support homegrown companies. I would have no issue buying more boots from Grant Stone but if a MITUSA company offers a similar product for the same or slightly higher price I will go with them. And there is nothing wrong with that. At the same time GS makes a hell of a loafer and I have chosen them over Alden.
Very nice Teik, as always. Unfortunately, some people can't seem to separate a government from its people, and the "patriotism" in the US is pretty extreme sometimes. We are all part of the human race, and Chinese people need jobs too. While it is impossible to know for sure, it seems that high quality products, such as those made by GS, requires a certain commitment to your employees - it seems likely that GS treats their production workers better than the average chinese factory. GS seems to be proud of the Xiamen factory, and it also seems unlikely they would be willing to risk their reputation by treating their employees with sweatshop conditions. I am looking forward to owning some Grant Stones some day soon.
I'm in England, some of the biggest names, including Grenson, Loake, Jeffrey West, started manufacturing overseas, it's backfired, quality and customer complaints increased massively. Would i purchase premium brands made in China or India? No
My 2 pair of Whites Perry boots have been very comfortable, durable, problem free working and playing in the desert for over a year and a half for the original Perry, and purchased on Black Friday at $270-325 I feel makes them an amazing deal. I can't ignore the transgressions of the Chinese regime and thus I refuse to support any entity that will in any way profit that regime. I say this knowing full well that my own government plays dirty when it suits them.
What kind of phone do you got? Or how about computer. Or you got any power tools, Dewalt, milwaukee. I willing to bet you got plenty of products made in China. Is impossible not to
@@ianmccoy9475 Unfortunately you have to do without some items to avoid China but my Dewalt cordless tools, old Craftsman hand tools, Whites, Redwing, Danner, Origin and Oak street boots, Brave Star denim and canvas jackets, Diamond Gusset and Union line Jeans, American Giant, Wek, Camber and All American Hoodies, Camber, Goodwear and all American shirts, Darn Tough and Grip 6 socks are all purchases that don't support China. As a matter of fact these are all Made in USA, the vast majority of the materials sourced in USA. My Chinese purchases are limited to emergency fastener purchases and the miscellaneous parts in my vehicles. I will only buy MIC as a last resort or in an emergency. I've had Apple phones and computers for years but when I replace them I'm going Korean.
Having 8 pairs of boots specifically made of badalassi Minerva from different makers id never refer to it as supple, at least not without a few months wear but everyone’s experience is different. 🤷♂️
Hello. I'm having trouble finding my width in Pacific Northwest boots. I measure 8.5 brannock, so I know to go to an 8 for pnw boots. My width measurements for Sitting right ball of foot is 9 1/2 inches around My Sitting left ball of foot is 9 1/4 inches around
I really suggest you contact them with measurements, they’re really good like that. But you say you know your length on the Brannock, didn’t you measure your width and ball length?
@@Bootlosophy Yes I measured my width and I fall between either a C or a D width. I have a Nicks Robert in a D width, but it's a half size too big, so im wondering if going a half size down will make the D width work, or if I need a C. Thank you
Good video. I have many boots from all the US companies and imports from Canada, South Africa and the GS from China. Not a fan of Canada and China, but when I look at everything in my house, I realize most of it is imported. Served 26 years in the Army with most of it in other countries. Most average people just want to be left alone and live their lives in peace.
I think you call them Fulton and Field Boot is the first is a name while the second is a style. If the first was a style you would likely say a "fulton boot"
You don’t have to travel outside of the United States (to china) to find better quality control and a lower price than what White’s is putting out in their lower cost work boots. Red Wing, and Thorogood, have the quality and value nailed down (in my opinion) over what White’s is churning out right now. I own the Fulton, been working in them for two weeks. Quality control was poor, but I am liking the boots. But for the price? There are plenty of $200-$250 options out there that can meet (or exceed) the Fulton.
I would put the jk 300s against grant stones all day though. Those are the mini tanks. Stitchdown pnw for under 400 usd.
But I appreciate any finely crafted product with good work practices regardless of source.
I would definitely agree with everything you mentioned. Initially, I wasn't a fan of the Field Boot tread pattern, but I honestly haven't had one issue with footing so it's grown on me. My issue with the Field boot is 1) those stinking D-rings (I hate them), the laces (replaced them for a few bucks), and the last they use. I had to drop 1/2 size from the last used on the Diesel/Ottawa boot (high toe box and slightly longer) and also had to insert a leather heel since my foot tends to ride forward with this boot. Still..I really like it, but hopefully Grant Stone releases a v2.0. We shall see. Cheers.
Good comparison sir. I was really pleased with my Fulton boot at first but after a month or so of regular wear the sole on the right boot started to separate. White’s customer service has been very easy to deal with on the upside.
From all the research I did it seems like Grant Stone deals with a factory that treats their workers well and offers a good wage. I have no trouble supporting a foreign company that works that way. I love my Grant Stone boots and feel they measure up well with my MP’s at half the price.
Ooh, I’m not sure I’d go so far as to say they match MPs. Those are tanks!
@@Bootlosophyoh I admit my MP’s are much more hardy than GS, but for a casual boot GS is hard to beat. The break in on my MP’s are a work in progress that GS doesn’t have. As an overall package GS is very very good.
The perry, fulton, millwood and the chore boot are not hand lasted, but machine instead. That and the goodyear welt machine keep it under 400. The next cheapest boot whites has is like $550 plus, those are the hand lasted ones
OH YEAHHHHH EXCELLENT COMPARISON TEIK!!!!
I agree completely. Grant Stone quality is hard to beat. I'm lucky enough to have a pair or White MP M1 that pushed $700. The stitching on my $380 Grant Stones is better.
Just picked up my pair of Truman dark coyote roughout boots with the unstructured toe box. Looking forward to spending years with my pair of PNW boots.
They’re awesome!
Last restock sold out super fast and I missed out. I'm hoping they do another restock.
They're are great so far. Didn't expect the quality to feel that significant. It's very noticeable. The last restock I finally saw my size, and I figured I may never see them again so i pulled the trigger haha
Man, I really love Truman boots, and the dark coyote rough out is an awesome option, but I scored a sweet deal on some John Lofgren M43 natural rough out boots so I can't justify the purchase of another similar rough out boot lol 😂
I recently(ish) got a pair of moss waxy mohawks from truman on the 79 last. Love them. Although I've noticed the Eugene sole wears fairly quickly compared vibrams or dainites.
The Field Boot is definitely a more refined boot. There's no doubting that. Again I own a pair of Fultons that have been nothing but great boots for me. So I may be a bit biased. That being said? I want a pair of Field Boots someday as well. The way I see it though? The Field Boot is a bit too refined and luxurious for me to wear as an everyday work boot. I'm sure it's performance would stand up quite well. But it's just such a beautiful boot. I prefer the lug sole and leather on the Fulton more for a work boot. That leather can get wrecked on the jobsite and it still cleans up great. It's very scuff resistant and forgiving. The lug sole (in similar environments) will easily outlast the blown rubber as well. And I do think it's fine for casual use as well. It's great looking boot in it's own right. Just in a more rugged way. Now all that being said? I'm not saying it's a better boot than the Field Boot. But it is a bit cheaper, easier to come by for me here in the States, and again due to the sole and leather type is much more suited for work IMO. I'd definitely rock the Field Boots in casual arenas for sure though. And the true answer as far as I'm concerned is....I need both boots LOL!
Hey Tek I just listed some boots on eBay and I wear the same size
I got a pair of Nicks Falcon / Truman / older pair of Whites and Grant Stone Ottawa
Hi , i just bought the whites chore boots , question whats the difference between the chore and the perry and those falcon ?
Always an enjoyable education to watch your fantastically informative boot reviews. I've been interested in White's Chore Boot because I prefer a plain toe to the moc toe on the Field Boot. They are both in the same $300-$400 price range (US). Do you tnink it is safe to a assume that the Chore Boot has a gusseted tongue and storm welt like the Field Boot? I ask because I find White's online product descriptions to be somewhat lacking in detail. Or perhaps, as a beginning boot guy, I'm not smart enough to properly interpret the product information they do provide. I've loved your other Grant Stone reviews, particularly on the Edward which I recently ordered in Waxy Commander leather. Thank you and keep up the great videos.
I’ve owned the chore boot. It does not have a fully gusseted tongue and the welt is kind of a storm welt. Also note that Whites will not resole their lesser priced GYW models.
@@franky3fingers337 but being GYW, you should be able to find a cobbler, right?
@@Bootlosophy yes. But even in my large city they are becoming rarer. It’s been an anxiety producing exercise dropping off an expensive pair of boots at a un vetted shop. Now I just ship to more expensive experts like unsung house for the work.
Thank you for your help
Very thorough.
Teik, I would never shoot you, have others, but that is a story for another time. I enjoy your channel and my Holy Grail of boot is Viberg. Expensive but worth it. Take care a be safe.
Sounds like an interesting story!
I just buy boots and shoes made from anywhere. I buy for the design, construction, and function. It doesn’t matter where they are made as long as they are good for purpose.
Good comparison and imo GS makes the best quality boot in their price range, especially when they mark them down. At the same time I don’t see a problem with going out of your way to support homegrown companies.
I would have no issue buying more boots from Grant Stone but if a MITUSA company offers a similar product for the same or slightly higher price I will go with them. And there is nothing wrong with that.
At the same time GS makes a hell of a loafer and I have chosen them over Alden.
Slightly more $ but I love my Truman boots
Great video :)
Very nice Teik, as always. Unfortunately, some people can't seem to separate a government from its people, and the "patriotism" in the US is pretty extreme sometimes. We are all part of the human race, and Chinese people need jobs too. While it is impossible to know for sure, it seems that high quality products, such as those made by GS, requires a certain commitment to your employees - it seems likely that GS treats their production workers better than the average chinese factory. GS seems to be proud of the Xiamen factory, and it also seems unlikely they would be willing to risk their reputation by treating their employees with sweatshop conditions. I am looking forward to owning some Grant Stones some day soon.
Uighur slaves are part of the baseline for Chinese workers. Stop defending that.
I'm in England, some of the biggest names, including Grenson, Loake, Jeffrey West, started manufacturing overseas, it's backfired, quality and customer complaints increased massively. Would i purchase premium brands made in China or India? No
My 2 pair of Whites Perry boots have been very comfortable, durable, problem free working and playing in the desert for over a year and a half for the original Perry, and purchased on Black Friday at $270-325 I feel makes them an amazing deal.
I can't ignore the transgressions of the Chinese regime and thus I refuse to support any entity that will in any way profit that regime. I say this knowing full well that my own government plays dirty when it suits them.
What kind of phone do you got? Or how about computer. Or you got any power tools, Dewalt, milwaukee. I willing to bet you got plenty of products made in China. Is impossible not to
@@ianmccoy9475 Unfortunately you have to do without some items to avoid China but my Dewalt cordless tools, old Craftsman hand tools, Whites, Redwing, Danner, Origin and Oak street boots, Brave Star denim and canvas jackets, Diamond Gusset and Union line Jeans, American Giant, Wek, Camber and All American Hoodies, Camber, Goodwear and all American shirts, Darn Tough and Grip 6 socks are all purchases that don't support China. As a matter of fact these are all Made in USA, the vast majority of the materials sourced in USA. My Chinese purchases are limited to emergency fastener purchases and the miscellaneous parts in my vehicles. I will only buy MIC as a last resort or in an emergency.
I've had Apple phones and computers for years but when I replace them I'm going Korean.
Having 8 pairs of boots specifically made of badalassi Minerva from different makers id never refer to it as supple, at least not without a few months wear but everyone’s experience is different. 🤷♂️
I was told the uppers for the Fulton's were stitched off shore? Dominican Republic?
I don’t think so
Hello. I'm having trouble finding my width in Pacific Northwest boots. I measure 8.5 brannock, so I know to go to an 8 for pnw boots. My width measurements for Sitting right ball of foot is 9 1/2 inches around
My Sitting left ball of foot is 9 1/4 inches around
I really suggest you contact them with measurements, they’re really good like that. But you say you know your length on the Brannock, didn’t you measure your width and ball length?
@@Bootlosophy Yes I measured my width and I fall between either a C or a D width. I have a Nicks Robert in a D width, but it's a half size too big, so im wondering if going a half size down will make the D width work, or if I need a C. Thank you
@@silasmorand8173 the D should still work but email them to check!
@@Bootlosophy thank you!
Good video. I have many boots from all the US companies and imports from Canada, South Africa and the GS from China. Not a fan of Canada and China, but when I look at everything in my house, I realize most of it is imported. Served 26 years in the Army with most of it in other countries. Most average people just want to be left alone and live their lives in peace.
You said it! Person to person we all get along. Then come governments.
After a nearly 3 month wait for my White's, they arrived yesterday. Annnnnnnd they made them wrong. Not a good start.
Oh no!
I think you call them Fulton and Field Boot is the first is a name while the second is a style. If the first was a style you would likely say a "fulton boot"
You don’t have to travel outside of the United States (to china) to find better quality control and a lower price than what White’s is putting out in their lower cost work boots. Red Wing, and Thorogood, have the quality and value nailed down (in my opinion) over what White’s is churning out right now. I own the Fulton, been working in them for two weeks. Quality control was poor, but I am liking the boots. But for the price? There are plenty of $200-$250 options out there that can meet (or exceed) the Fulton.
Some White fans may not be able to stomach your message. Ha ha.
Why would you say that? There is a lot of cross over in the boot community.