Don't underestimate the Safari and lactae hevea sole. I've done a lot of miles in mine. Admittedly in Florida, no rocks and mountains, but they're phenomenal as a minimalist hiking shoe.
Russell makes great boots. I have the back country in the darker leather and I love them. For me they fit perfectly true to size. Outstanding quality and very good customer service.
I'm so glad you pointed out their sizing app! I ran into that a few days ago and couldn't understand why more businesses weren't using something like it. Brilliant innovation.
I have three pairs: single buffalo moccasin, PH Safari (canvas upper, buffalo lower) & most recent the Fishing oxford. The single vamp buffalo moccasin & PH Safari's are custom fitted back when they did that (you send in your foot tracing and key measurements) and it took over a year to receive them after ordering but they fit perfect. The "under new management" fishing oxford is beautiful but not custom fitted and they fit the worst despite using their fitting guide. I would rather wait over a year to get truly custom made (& fitted) boots than ordering off the shelf as they are now offering.
Glad to see a Russell unboxing. These are on my radar. They are made 3 hours away from me. So, I will await your verdict on them and they are worth the price. Thanks again for all of your content you put out.
I have been curious about when the Rose Anvil team would get to the Russel moccasin boot. I expected it to be some October because *obvious*; but these, unlike all of the “mock”-toe boots are actual moc-boots. I’d love to see a good shop tour of the construction on these boots as well. Maybe that video already exists and I just need to put in the effort to search for it.
Love Russell! Be careful with sizing, however. I was sent a pair of the backcountry marked as an E width, but they were actually their D width. This has not been a problem with my other 2 pairs, but the customer service was difficult to get ahold of. I ended up paying shipping back. My other two pairs are my most comfortable boots, so readers should definitely consider a pair!
I have a Kershaw automatic that looks like the same size. Automatic knives with a blade of two inches or longer are illegal in California, where I live. Therefore, the blade on my Kershaw is 1.9 inches. 😊
Pretty much the perfect designed overall boot in my opinion. Now if I only knew how to get a pair to fit my 9c foot like when they were made to your measurements. Although to be fair, mine took forever to get and didn’t fit. The second pair didn’t take as long but did fit perfect. Loved the boots but sadly got stolen soon after I got them in the middle of nowhere fishing! Go figure 🤦🏻♂️🤬
So I'm wondering on the pricing as of current date of my post......I see this video is from 3 months ago and the price for the Backcountry is $685, then you have another video from 1 month ago regarding a price of $765 for the same Backcountry (at least I think it's the same model, perhaps I'm missing something). The question, if they're indeed the same make/model, is how did the price jump that much between this video from 3 months ago and the most recent video 1 month ago??? Of course, I respect the process and the charge, I'm just looking to understand what the pricing is currently and why this fluctuation. Any info or clarification is greatly appreciated as I'd love to invest in a pair, but would like to understand the price point. Thanks! Love the channel and vids!
Hi Rose Anvil, at 17:52, you said 9E is better for you. but when you stand up, you said 9.5E is better. In the Mountain PH boots video, you said, 9E is better for you as well. Not sure if Moccasin sizing is consistent? I think I have a similar feet size to you ( I saw your Red wing 875 video), I am good fit at 9D redwing 877. Do you think 9E for Russell Moccasin is okay for me? btw, your said you are 10C to D in the 875 video haha. I think it really helps people to understand the sizing of Moccasin. Thank you.
If I've bought "custom" boots and they didn't fit? You mean like the ones YOU designed last year that should have been wider? These don't seem to have the arch support, though.
Reminds me, I still have to call back one company and haggle about partial refund and then other company that IS NOT MTO still hasn't shipped my order from three weeks ago already.
That’s what cutting it in half does. 😂 I get what your sayin and it would be cool as well but u can’t see everything u need to see abt how it’s made by cutting it in half.
@@jimmylarge1148 I make shoes/boots as a hobby, and thrust me you don't see how these boots are made without cutting down the seams. There is a sock like liner inside and you don't see how they finish heel counters
@jimmylarge1148 he's referring to a unique layered construction in these boots that isn't easy to visualize from just a cross section. It's possible to see how they were made but not really appreciate the whole design.
Right off the bat...you lost me. When I heard you say you "were supposed to ship them back...but you didn't". says it is all about your integrity and word. For me...That is a loser not worth listening to. Sorry.
Have both Russell and Gokey…. Russell not what they used to be..new guys left the quality that mad them superior boots.. Gokey a much better boot. as is Schnees JMO but own all three
@@joejulian3594 Called them to see about getting a new pair made . In 9 on boot and 8.5 in the other like you could have fitted in the past..told the no longer do that! Maybe I used the wrong term ..quality..should have said service..again JMO… Im sticking to my Gokey and Schnees…and Meindle you go your way again I own all 4 brands and jmo
@@joejulian3594 I If that’s so how did they reduce the wait time to having ready mage boots. Also wanted to see if I could get a new pair made in slightly different size ing. One 8.5 and one 9…like the pair I have..told they don’t do that anymore….that tells me you are just getting standard sized boots..no longer custom made to your exact size… Where am I wrong in my thinking?
@@davidcarpenters7031 they will make a custom pair, but require you to be measured/remeasured in person, by their staff. The old way of sending in measurements did not work before. Russell ended up losing money when the measurements were off and had to make multiple pairs using the customers measurements. With the liability being so high for a custom pair of boots, they have to make sure that the boots could be produced to the customer’s satisfaction. As much as everyone loves the old way, it simply did not work. People are welcome to tour the factory and get measured properly. Also, Russell has many events throughout the year that they will answer all your questions and give you the personalized experience youre looking for. I hope this helps.
Try Every Man Jacks new Cold Plunge Bundle here - amzn.to/3UzpvL3 and go take an ice bath for yourself to see how refreshing it is.
I've worn Russells for about twelve years now on my dad's recommendation. Best boots I've ever owned.
Don't underestimate the Safari and lactae hevea sole. I've done a lot of miles in mine. Admittedly in Florida, no rocks and mountains, but they're phenomenal as a minimalist hiking shoe.
Russell makes great boots. I have the back country in the darker leather and I love them. For me they fit perfectly true to size. Outstanding quality and very good customer service.
Thank you! Glad to hear you are enjoying them.
Right on! Outstanding boots! I was glad to see these on the ready to wear selection now. Very good idea! Thanks for the great products!
I'm so glad you pointed out their sizing app! I ran into that a few days ago and couldn't understand why more businesses weren't using something like it.
Brilliant innovation.
FWIW I've never worn Russell's before but I ordered a pair using their sizing tool and the boots fit perfectly.
Talking of the Rose Anvil Builds channel. Haven't seen a new video there for a while and I miss them. 😔
When will there be new videos?
I have three pairs: single buffalo moccasin, PH Safari (canvas upper, buffalo lower) & most recent the Fishing oxford. The single vamp buffalo moccasin & PH Safari's are custom fitted back when they did that (you send in your foot tracing and key measurements) and it took over a year to receive them after ordering but they fit perfect. The "under new management" fishing oxford is beautiful but not custom fitted and they fit the worst despite using their fitting guide. I would rather wait over a year to get truly custom made (& fitted) boots than ordering off the shelf as they are now offering.
i have a pair of Russell upland bird shooters purchased in 1971. They are beatup but still functional. Vibram soles. Burn marks, blood stains (mine).
Have had my pair of weathered oak backcountry as my first high quality boot for a few months now and I absolutely love them!
I love mine, much more foot conforming than any of my Goodyear welted boots
Ok Weston, you have enough Russell’s now.
Let’s see the inside of one.
The Russell Moccasins look awesome, but are out of my price range. I did just order the Jim Green African Rangers in Barefoot/Green.
I have a pair of Weathered Oak Backcountry and they are so good!
Glad you are enjoying them!!
Glad to see a Russell unboxing. These are on my radar. They are made 3 hours away from me. So, I will await your verdict on them and they are worth the price. Thanks again for all of your content you put out.
Kershaw has tremendous value. Love the action and dimensions of mine
I have a pair of Backcountry's....and they are damn amazing!! I love them!!
Thanks! Glad to hear you are enjoying them!
I have been curious about when the Rose Anvil team would get to the Russel moccasin boot. I expected it to be some October because *obvious*; but these, unlike all of the “mock”-toe boots are actual moc-boots. I’d love to see a good shop tour of the construction on these boots as well. Maybe that video already exists and I just need to put in the effort to search for it.
Love Russell! Be careful with sizing, however. I was sent a pair of the backcountry marked as an E width, but they were actually their D width. This has not been a problem with my other 2 pairs, but the customer service was difficult to get ahold of. I ended up paying shipping back. My other two pairs are my most comfortable boots, so readers should definitely consider a pair!
That scale material is called Ultem. California legal automatic. Kershaw makes great autos for a reasonable price.
If you want another of those knives it is called a Kershaw Leek. Great knife with a partial assist opener.
The ice plunge always makes me crack up! 😂
Wow, price increase within a month of video release! Awesome info.
I found that exact model of Kershaw on the trail in green.
Awesome!! I’d love to see these side by side with Gokeys
My SAS side gores are supposedly true moccasins and they're supremely comfortable.
I'm too poor/cheap to afford these but dang those are the best looking hiking boots I've seen
I just got pecos south 40 seconds. VERY soft under foot. Wore them to work rather than hiking. Not a work boot. Will save for the hikes.
Oh, and I went with my sneaker size. I couldn't size down. Not right for me.
My uppers close shut. I think they are just generous up the leg.
Those boots are so sick
I have a Kershaw automatic that looks like the same size. Automatic knives with a blade of two inches or longer are illegal in California, where I live. Therefore, the blade on my Kershaw is 1.9 inches. 😊
I believe Gokey makes a hiking Moccosin.
Pretty much the perfect designed overall boot in my opinion. Now if I only knew how to get a pair to fit my 9c foot like when they were made to your measurements. Although to be fair, mine took forever to get and didn’t fit. The second pair didn’t take as long but did fit perfect. Loved the boots but sadly got stolen soon after I got them in the middle of nowhere fishing! Go figure 🤦🏻♂️🤬
Those Hanes socks arent bad by the way, wearing some myself today.
Would you do a video on some James Bond shoes, Church's - Diplomat & Chetwynd? That would be super cool.
When cutting these in half, please talk about their ability to be rebuilt.
So I'm wondering on the pricing as of current date of my post......I see this video is from 3 months ago and the price for the Backcountry is $685, then you have another video from 1 month ago regarding a price of $765 for the same Backcountry (at least I think it's the same model, perhaps I'm missing something). The question, if they're indeed the same make/model, is how did the price jump that much between this video from 3 months ago and the most recent video 1 month ago??? Of course, I respect the process and the charge, I'm just looking to understand what the pricing is currently and why this fluctuation. Any info or clarification is greatly appreciated as I'd love to invest in a pair, but would like to understand the price point. Thanks! Love the channel and vids!
I really wish they hadn't discontinued their plantation birdshooter, those are my dream boots that I was saving up for but they got discontinued .
Hi Rose Anvil, at 17:52, you said 9E is better for you. but when you stand up, you said 9.5E is better. In the Mountain PH boots video, you said, 9E is better for you as well. Not sure if Moccasin sizing is consistent?
I think I have a similar feet size to you ( I saw your Red wing 875 video), I am good fit at 9D redwing 877. Do you think 9E for Russell Moccasin is okay for me?
btw, your said you are 10C to D in the 875 video haha. I think it really helps people to understand the sizing of Moccasin. Thank you.
Wait, so how'd the sizing go? At $680, I want to make sure I get the sizing right
The E width is definitely going to be too wide if you wear a C width in Alden Trubalance
I got curious and checked the brand out. The brand got like 30% more expensive and they took out the custom option.
They also don't make good shit. Unless you're a UA-cam content creator, you'll get trash "quality".
@@phraktl So they went full filson. Bad quality at a higher price. Can you recommend a good moccasin brand? or even a maker that does mto?
Gokey is another.
does russell do resoling?
They have a company-approved vendor that does resolving. It's on their website.
If I've bought "custom" boots and they didn't fit? You mean like the ones YOU designed last year that should have been wider? These don't seem to have the arch support, though.
And, by "custom" he means MADE TO ORDER [or "measure"], fyi.
Reminds me, I still have to call back one company and haggle about partial refund and then other company that IS NOT MTO still hasn't shipped my order from three weeks ago already.
Hello Iron Snail
Trill those R’s lol
The reviews are aligned with how much the maker kicks back to him.
If you don’t like knives we can’t be friends
Knife-head terminology?
Weston once reminded us that “ALL words are made up.”
That is an expensive pair of boots 😮
Aye. Quality will set you back a pretty penny but they're worth it
I don't like moc toe boots. Damn. Those are beautiful, but they'd better be at that price.
weston bath water lfgooo
Please don't cut them as usual, cut the seams down and show us construction of the boot.
That’s what cutting it in half does. 😂 I get what your sayin and it would be cool as well but u can’t see everything u need to see abt how it’s made by cutting it in half.
@@jimmylarge1148 No you can't, you can see materials used but now how and where are they stitched
@@ObelixCMM u can see how they are stitched. U can tell if it’s a real good year or stitch down or glued my man.
@@jimmylarge1148 I make shoes/boots as a hobby, and thrust me you don't see how these boots are made without cutting down the seams. There is a sock like liner inside and you don't see how they finish heel counters
@jimmylarge1148 he's referring to a unique layered construction in these boots that isn't easy to visualize from just a cross section. It's possible to see how they were made but not really appreciate the whole design.
They look extremely overpriced for the style that they are
Right off the bat...you lost me. When I heard you say you "were supposed to ship them back...but you didn't". says it is all about your integrity and word. For me...That is a loser not worth listening to. Sorry.
Have both Russell and Gokey….
Russell not what they used to be..new guys left the quality that mad them superior boots..
Gokey a much better boot. as is Schnees JMO but own all three
You are wrong. You are going on hear say.
@@joejulian3594
Called them to see about getting a new pair made . In 9 on boot and 8.5 in the other like you could have fitted in the past..told the no longer do that!
Maybe I used the wrong term ..quality..should have said service..again JMO…
Im sticking to my Gokey and Schnees…and Meindle you go your way again I own all 4 brands and jmo
@@joejulian3594 I
If that’s so how did they reduce the wait time to having ready mage boots.
Also wanted to see if I could get a new pair made in slightly different size ing.
One 8.5 and one 9…like the pair I have..told they don’t do that anymore….that tells me you are just getting standard sized boots..no longer custom made to your exact size…
Where am I wrong in my thinking?
@@davidcarpenters7031 they will make a custom pair, but require you to be measured/remeasured in person, by their staff. The old way of sending in measurements did not work before. Russell ended up losing money when the measurements were off and had to make multiple pairs using the customers measurements. With the liability being so high for a custom pair of boots, they have to make sure that the boots could be produced to the customer’s satisfaction. As much as everyone loves the old way, it simply did not work. People are welcome to tour the factory and get measured properly. Also, Russell has many events throughout the year that they will answer all your questions and give you the personalized experience youre looking for. I hope this helps.
"does anyone want to buy my bathwater" CRINGE !
Not my favs...