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  • DANNER USMC RAT [ The Boot Guy Reviews ]
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    NUBUCK LEATHER & 1000 DENIER NYLON UPPER
    For superior abrasion- and scuff-resistance, we use full grain nubuck leather combined with lightweight, breathable Denier nylon. This combination offers some of the best protection in cold and wet environments.
    MESH LINING
    Lightweight and breathable for total foot comfort.
    USMC CERTIFIED
    Developed side by side with the United States Marine Corps, the RAT (Rugged All Terrain) earned its name among elite warfighters as being the only proven USMC rugged all terrain boot available.
    SPEED LACE SYSTEM
    Our special hardware allows you to tighten from toe to top with one swift tug for a secure, tight fit.
    VIBRAM® 360 DRI ICE OUTSOLE
    An advanced lug design combined with Vibram's Dri-Ice compound keeps this outsole flexible and stable in extreme cold.
    EXTENDED SIZES
    To accommodate more people, we've made this boot in extended sizes. We recommend women select 1.5 to 2 full sizes down for correct fit.
    STITCHDOWN CONSTRUCTION
    Handcrafted to provide a wider platform, our legendary stitch-down construction offers increased stability underfoot. Many of our stitchdown boots can be recrafted.
    HOW IT FITS
    The 610 is our most universal last and can be worn by all foot shapes and sizes. It provides a snug fit through the heel while allowing ample toe room for most versatile fit. This allows more support and side-to-side movement.
    RECRAFTABLE
    Extend the life of your boot with our recrafting services. This boot is eligible for a number of services, including part replacement, leather care and restitching

КОМЕНТАРІ • 222

  • @Mutiny00
    @Mutiny00 3 роки тому +80

    I wore these boots over 12 years on and off. Went overseas, did a 7500 mile motorcycle trip, climbed a 17,000 volcano, did a bunch of hiking and recently wore them almost every day for the past 2 years to work and finally am retiring them because I've worn through the rubber on the bottom. I didn't even remember how the bottom pattern was. Truly great boots. I could probably get them resole and keep them going.

    • @donaldchalfy7811
      @donaldchalfy7811 3 роки тому +22

      Sergio, sounds like you had great times with your R.A.T. boots. Just so you know, Danner has a recrafting service that will put new soles on your boots. No need to retire them, time for chapter two in those boots!

    • @abdullahal-shimri3091
      @abdullahal-shimri3091 2 роки тому +5

      Please don’t retire them - get them resoled and sold on eBay.

    • @hankhill3417
      @hankhill3417 2 роки тому +3

      Vibram sole is best you can buy

    • @joyceofdriving4954
      @joyceofdriving4954 2 роки тому +3

      Did you have the steel toe model or not? I'm looking for a motorcycle boot, the non steel looks like an affordable option.

    • @hankhill3417
      @hankhill3417 2 роки тому +1

      @@joyceofdriving4954 eBay

  • @kcnebeker307
    @kcnebeker307 4 роки тому +33

    Literally the best boot I ever wore. Did great for 6 years!

  • @markmullen9919
    @markmullen9919 3 роки тому +32

    Most comfortable out of the box boots I've ever had. And I've owned a LOT of boots over the last 25 years. Danners are my favorite. I now own 8 different pairs of Danner boots. Each pair is fantastic.

  • @burtvhulberthyhbn7583
    @burtvhulberthyhbn7583 5 років тому +46

    78-86 in the USMC we had black leather. I'm now 64 and wearing these RAT's over a month now.
    They're outrageous.

    • @audreymota8423
      @audreymota8423 4 роки тому +3

      Burt Hulbert the black leather were shit though the jungle boot is superior to it

    • @donaldchalfy7811
      @donaldchalfy7811 3 роки тому +3

      Burt Hulbert, I was in the Corps from 79-91 and wore those same, crappy boots you did. The updated black speed lace boots were no better. I bought my Danner RAT boots w/Goretex three years ago and right out of the box, they were fantastic. I live in Minnesota and have used them through winters, summers and they are a joy on my feet. Yesterday, I ordered the Danner USMC MEB boots, as a cooler option and different look. I have high hopes for those boots. That will make my third pair of Danner boots.
      Semper fi!

    • @burtvhulberthyhbn7583
      @burtvhulberthyhbn7583 3 роки тому +2

      @@donaldchalfy7811 I've got Danner That's on my feet right now and 2 brand new pairs in my closet right now.
      Dang they sure am good!!!!

    • @burtvhulberthyhbn7583
      @burtvhulberthyhbn7583 3 роки тому +1

      @@audreymota8423 I wore the jungles back in the 70's but they're not for old feet.

    • @ericnortan9012
      @ericnortan9012 2 роки тому

      @@audreymota8423 Ya, we had both. I licked the jungle boots way better.

  • @Gath8mm
    @Gath8mm 2 роки тому +5

    I have two pair of Wellco Military contract with one pair cold weather and one pair hot weather. Best damn boots I've had in my life. USMC two tour Iraq veteran. Life long Danner fan boy.

  • @tuntavern5757
    @tuntavern5757 7 років тому +30

    wish we had those when I was a ground pounder in the Marines ! Danner got this right !

    • @ericnortan9012
      @ericnortan9012 2 роки тому +2

      I was a jar head in the early 90's, our boots were shit.

  • @arsinix13
    @arsinix13 3 роки тому +9

    Used em when I was in The Marines and I still use them in my civilian life

  • @goldfishi5776
    @goldfishi5776 3 роки тому +9

    I’m about to get these. Retiring my Bates hot weather after 10 years of active service and 2 years of my far more physically demanding civilian job. Running 6-8 hours a day idgaf about the weight i want a strong supporting boot with the stamp of my ethos.. Danner is about to get put to the test of all terrain and climate and if i roll an ankle in these mofos they’ll hear about it. Semper Fi

  • @Tancred2494
    @Tancred2494 4 роки тому +13

    Very surprised to hear the boots described as "heavy". I found them to be a great weight and really good in various conditions and surfaces.

    • @exexpat11
      @exexpat11 3 роки тому +5

      If you are doing 10 mile marches they are heavy. If you are wearing them for work or casual they are perfect. Light hiking are this boot's bread and butter.

    • @carknower
      @carknower 2 роки тому +3

      @@exexpat11 I used them for 12 miles rucks with 75lbs in A&S. I only changed the arch support that has lasted me just as long and gives me great posture. Only reason I didn’t use them for ITC is because I needed jungle boots 🥾 for all the water ops. Back then when I had mine issued they only had the combat boots available. Now they have the jungle version.

  • @exexpat11
    @exexpat11 3 роки тому +6

    Danner, Wellco, and Bates made versions of this boot. Danner was the most wanted. Bates are a close second. Wellco are the most common on the market now that they have all been discontinued. I love my Wellco RATs. Danner should have kept making them as an option because these are so nice.

    • @bigjohnson1092
      @bigjohnson1092 3 роки тому +1

      Check out the Danner Marine Expeditionary Boot.

    • @onseki1774
      @onseki1774 Рік тому +2

      The contrasty look with the functional toe and heel guards was a critical feature for me. I know they ditched the USMC classics and the rats to sell the MEB, but until they're $70 on ebay I won't try them lol

    • @MemphisCorollaS
      @MemphisCorollaS Рік тому

      They’d probably be very popular as Danner hiking or work boots to continue making & selling them.

  • @aztlanahauc
    @aztlanahauc 11 місяців тому +1

    Just picked these up to put in my rotation of Nicks Builder Pro's for work. So far, so good. I say they are true to size and got my regular sneaker size and fit was spot on. I did change out the insole for Powerstep Max Support on the advise of my veteran friends because I have flat feet. I picked them up from the Army Navy Surplus. Still brand new in their original Danner box for $89 dollars.

  • @dansouthcomb5439
    @dansouthcomb5439 Рік тому +4

    Thanks for the great review. It doesn't appear Danner makes this model anymore. But I found a Brand New pair on Ebay. I'll let you know how this 66 year old Jarhead likes them.

    • @AaaAaa-jh9os
      @AaaAaa-jh9os Рік тому

      К нам в Москву привезли целый контейнер с армейского склада из США.Модель 2016 года.Купил.Кайфую)))

  • @russellromig8969
    @russellromig8969 Рік тому +2

    Basically a modernized jungle boot, looks well made!

  • @carknower
    @carknower 2 роки тому +5

    My all time favorite boots!
    Got them in 2010 to patrol the fields in Marjah and used them through land navigation in A&S. 12 years later and they still hold very well but maybe I need to get them refurbished.
    My only complaint is that they loved to pick up mud while patrolling those irrigation fields and felt heavier than a firefighters boot.

    • @westphxdm1933
      @westphxdm1933 9 місяців тому +1

      I also wore mine in marjah in 2010...

  • @JB-1138
    @JB-1138 11 місяців тому +1

    I used Obenauf's leather oil on all the leather parts of this boot. It darkens the leather to match the polyurethane toe and heel caps. And overall looks much better plus it will out perform non-oil boots.

  • @chrismayo4902
    @chrismayo4902 2 роки тому +2

    Best out of the box boot ever’ I live and breathe every day in RATS’ wear them from 5am until whenever I can fall asleep and start over the next day, comfort is 5 star and the traction is amazing’ from concrete to carpet and every terrain in between they are amazing! The easy on and easy off speed lace system makes them a breeze to pull on and pull off’ they also clean up really well’ I have 3 pairs’ a pair for work’ a pair for casual wear with jeans’ and an extra pair still in box in my closet, the Everyday Pair still looks as good as the first day 17 months later and that is saying something since my job as OSP electrician takes me into a lot of varying terrains and weather at its worst’ they dry super fast when wet thank you Goretex and Danner.

  • @RandytheKiltedTrucker
    @RandytheKiltedTrucker 6 років тому +18

    I've had my RAT STs for 2 and a half years and really like them. Comfortable and durable. However, the vibram soles have worn down to slicks, the liner shredded, heel support (plastic) crumbled to pieces, and stitching has unraveled in some places...all within the past year. I was hoping that a $250-pair of boots would last longer, but at least I can send them back to be recrafted. THAT is what sold me on these! Good review btw!

    • @croft88
      @croft88 6 років тому +1

      How's the sizing on these?

    • @RandytheKiltedTrucker
      @RandytheKiltedTrucker 6 років тому +2

      They start a little stiff and a little snug width-wise, but break in easily.

    • @hcr1248
      @hcr1248 6 років тому +1

      I had a pair of the USMC hot weather boots and the plastic heel support broke down before anything else did which sucked and it made them a pain to get on! But the soles and uppers were still great.

    • @blauer2551
      @blauer2551 Рік тому

      Just picked some up for $71 so if they start breaking down at work no big deal

  • @liberatorwhackypastry141
    @liberatorwhackypastry141 5 років тому +7

    Danner R.A.T. Boots are one of my favorite boots I've got. I used to have Danner Acadia boots were my first true combat boots I had. From Acadia to R.A.T. Boots I think they are a little lighter from them. I love this boots Danner R.A.T. Boots I like.

  • @viper26ja79
    @viper26ja79 2 роки тому +2

    I love my Danner rat boots I just got a pair of cold weather ones today and I'm going to be testing them out

  • @burgundypoint
    @burgundypoint 6 років тому +8

    Super comfrotable sole. These boots were made to stomp on jagged rocks and not feel a thing.

  • @gaberamirez12
    @gaberamirez12 7 років тому +9

    So glad I saw this review. Love my pair. Semper yut

  • @dustbinbroom
    @dustbinbroom 3 місяці тому

    Ive been wearing wellco ratboots for years now, just switched to danner super rainforest. I kind of miss my rat boots... they kick ass.

  • @abdullahal-shimri3091
    @abdullahal-shimri3091 2 роки тому +1

    I’m a civilian but used these boots to hike through northern India into the Himalayas. These are very tough boots and got beat up during my trip. I wore them in icy rivers and thick mud and they held up good.

    • @Antonio18677
      @Antonio18677 2 роки тому

      What about water?? Will it protect from rain

    • @abdullahal-shimri3091
      @abdullahal-shimri3091 2 роки тому +1

      @@Antonio18677 yes they’re completely waterproof

    • @Antonio18677
      @Antonio18677 2 роки тому +1

      @@abdullahal-shimri3091 nice thank you

  • @CenturianCornelious
    @CenturianCornelious 2 роки тому +3

    Question
    Why are the prices so wildly varied from different sources? I see them at $300+ and at $79.

  • @BrennanRogers
    @BrennanRogers 7 років тому +5

    Got myself a nice pair of Marine boots from a local surplus store.. they aren't RAT boots, which I dream and drool over, but they're really comfy and cool boots to wear 24/7. Love the vents in the side, to help cool my feet and help me wear them constantly.. I never feel like I have to switch them out :) love these boots

  • @Mahasattva27
    @Mahasattva27 7 років тому +2

    I have a pair of these. I really like them. Rugged on the outside, comfortable on the inside.

  • @anibalbabilonia1867
    @anibalbabilonia1867 6 років тому +3

    I want those! They look comfortable and cool looking. And what I love most they are made in the good ole USA!

  • @enlightenedpreparingep4006
    @enlightenedpreparingep4006 7 місяців тому

    I have a pair of Wellco USMC RATs with the Goretex
    Im about to put them on my feet right now. Its about 10 degrees out with a inch of light powder ( and no im not talking about Hunters bugger suger) whereas my feet will be chilly they still get the job done
    ive been wearing the boot pretty much every day for about 4 months now. That wear includes , tree work, construction, casual wear & over 800 miles riding a bicycle.
    It's a great boot my favorite part is the EGA thats embossed on the heel as i am a 03 vet.
    There have been a few issues though.
    1 of the metal grommets pulled in ( the highest one on the outside of the left boot)
    The ridged part thats inside the boot wrapping around the heel has kinda cracked as if it is was plastic and got brittle.
    AND the EGA is wearing off...
    I will admit im a rough dude and this has been daily wear with some hard use but i expected better.
    Id have no problem buying another pair.

  • @lewisward4359
    @lewisward4359 6 років тому +6

    Excellent boot. I picked up a pair a pair in 2016. Even worked well when I was in San Antonio in the summer. I suggested to Danner to consider making a mid height version so it would even be cooler!

  • @giuliogemino6407
    @giuliogemino6407 6 років тому +6

    The heel shank is a rigid layering in thin black plastic with a sticky spongy mat... when interior textile worn out they went broken.
    You cannot clean properly leather parts so stains rest (so you get sort of multicam effect, if you please...).
    Over time you also discover that this boots are a patchwork of different bucks cuts because discoloring is different in different stitched parts... polyurethane cover on heel and toe once abraded can't return tip top.
    At first this are really excellent boots, really you will sleep with 'em on, more comfortable and light than a pair of very very good gym shoes, over time, in 5 years of light civilian urban usage they are still usable and comfy (both rear shanks broken, insole fabric gone) but not presentable anymore.
    I have the RAT and Hoodwinter light and a pair of Corcoran Marauder black to compare, today, after 5~7 years of not everyday usage I think Danner is tons of marketing and overpriced products, they are still comfortable boots but not as finest and durable as they claim, they are good products sold as top. This my two cents.
    Now I want try Black hawk, Altama, and Bates, interesting also Chiruca with boa system and Terra, they seems to me more serious industrial manufacturers than marketers.

    • @nsatoday
      @nsatoday 5 років тому

      Giulio Gemino, Altama got bought out. Get some of their NOS made in the USA berry complaint stuff.

    • @1337Mo
      @1337Mo 4 роки тому

      Try getting some AltBerg Defender from the UK. Widely available on Ebay.

    • @enlightenedpreparingep4006
      @enlightenedpreparingep4006 7 місяців тому

      I LOVE the BOA lace system but I've only used it on Red Wings. And I dont like Red wings. Talk about over priced mediicracy.
      I'd like to see a boot with both a BOA lace and a speed lace system just incase and because.

  • @racingred115
    @racingred115 7 років тому +2

    Looks like a perfect summer boot

  • @griggstyler23
    @griggstyler23 4 роки тому +4

    I hate these boots with a passion. I got issued these in boot camp and they’re super heavy and seems like it doesn’t protect against water that much. Switched to the bates lites and oh boy what a difference. Probs my favorite combat boot I’ve worn.

    • @edl653
      @edl653 3 роки тому

      These boots are not issued in boot.

  • @davidmerlino2193
    @davidmerlino2193 7 років тому +1

    Can't wait to get my Boots I been wanting A pair of the Danner RAT COMBAT BOOTS for a long time when I GET the combat boots

  • @hhhhhhhfjjrjrjrjrirh148
    @hhhhhhhfjjrjrjrjrirh148 Рік тому

    They feel light considering I grew up with cowboy boots although I'm not used to having to tie laces lol

  • @claudesledge9102
    @claudesledge9102 4 роки тому +7

    Unlike the"gymshoe boots",these look like damn good boots!

  • @justrucking2waterloo879
    @justrucking2waterloo879 5 років тому +2

    I own a pair of these, steel toe, non-insulated. I wore them in the oil fields in North Dakota hauling water and gas for roughly four years throughout the non winter months. The darn things take a beating, still in great shape considering the abuse they have been through. Tested and tough.

  • @rickstandke3098
    @rickstandke3098 6 років тому +1

    Notice the holes in the tip (front) of the soal bottoms for nail tips.

  • @LynchE1
    @LynchE1 3 роки тому +2

    Me and my dad went all the way down to sand Diego for a pair for me

  • @fernandorosales4569
    @fernandorosales4569 2 роки тому

    A weak ago got a new pair of tempered wellco and hot weather danners I'm good for 20 years I'm thinking about buying 2 more pair

  • @pakfrd7887
    @pakfrd7887 6 років тому +12

    I just realized the toe protection shoe variant isn't waterproof. The waterproof variant isn't toe protected. So, these are out for me. I couldn't find the waterproof with toe protection.

  • @solodad001
    @solodad001 2 роки тому +2

    Will these stretch a bit in the toe box? I bought a pair of 11.5W for my son. They fit me fairly well, but are a little tight in the width of the toes. I'm considering a 11.5 X-wide. Any info, thanks.

  • @lestermacias2492
    @lestermacias2492 6 років тому +2

    I got mines from a marine who bought em at the base but they were tight on him he paid 250 i bought em of him for 100 brand new 😁. best boots ive ever had i loveee em. Danner💪 made in the USA baby

  • @semperfi978
    @semperfi978 6 років тому +1

    I have this rat boots in goretex they good boots but after a year they don't fit from speed lacing to top the stretched out and lost the support and the plastic heel cup cracked so I either buy an new pair or have them recrafted. I wear a size 8.5 regular

  • @cardoc9231
    @cardoc9231 3 роки тому +1

    I got issued a pair of the Wellco Rat boots before a deployment in 2011 and wore them to death. There was a love hate relationship as the counters were very painful when they cracked and made my feet like ground beef. The counters (Heel caps) broke through the liners but when I ripped them out so the boots felt like a sock. My rat boots came back a mess held together with tent glue in multiple locations, and I duck-taped 2 dildos to the side for added ankle support, but they served me well overall.
    I was wondering if anyone has had issues with the counters (heel caps) on the Danners. I would suspect the Danners would be built better, and I am kind of interested in taking a pair of rats for another ride.

  • @birdoffire9
    @birdoffire9 Рік тому

    The pair I have really been through hell. Professional rope jumper. Played black jack,Texas Holden and hours of standing in line for my kids ice cream cones. I have done hours of sleep studies, brain storming and bar hoping. I have notice Rocky road ice cream is hard to get out of the laces. Would I buy these again, I DON'T NEED TO. This is the one 🥾 Chuck Norris can get and would lose. Now that's saying alot.

  • @propklep
    @propklep 5 років тому +2

    Hard to get for users outside the USA. Due the taxes and other extra payments, these boots are available in Europe for aproxx $400/500 .

    • @justmeeagainn
      @justmeeagainn 4 роки тому +1

      propklep Who cares about Europeans?

    • @branislavtoth1354
      @branislavtoth1354 3 роки тому

      no easy make a order to Danner and tax is about 50£ i bought it 2 years ago easy

  • @saintsfan9578
    @saintsfan9578 2 роки тому

    i wore these in boot. they were okay. heavy for sure tho. i swapped for bates lights and never regretted it. they may be quick drying but when they are wet they are way too heavy for a combat boot. they are good quality and they are fine for garrison but if you are in the field or running a CFT... these aint it. however they will last longer than other boots for sure. if i had to kick someone in the ribs theyd defiantly be the move lmao.

  • @mattbegley8613
    @mattbegley8613 3 роки тому +2

    Terrific review. I did notice that you said they were on the heavier side. Can you recommend a lighter boot that is as robust as this model? My son is going into Marine Corps ITB and Id like to get him some cadillacs for his feet as a boot camp grad present.

    • @Raykahn
      @Raykahn 2 роки тому +2

      The newer version of these are Danner's Marine Expeditionary Boots (MEB). They weigh about 4.1 lbs vs the RAT 4.4 lbs. I wouldn't worry so much about light weight boots for him yet, he's gonna be hiking around with 90lbs of equipment on his back and he will be better off with a sturdy boot that gives great foot support. Leave the light weight boots for when he gets into the fleet. He will want light boots for CFTs.
      Also a bit of advice for him. Buy the good socks. Spend the money and get the really expensive socks that advertise how they can be worn for 7 days etc etc. Those will last him years and years, where as the cheapo bulk socks will get ruined in a few months and don't have near the cushion or comfort. I got out of the USMC in 2015 and I still use some of those nicer socks because they just never wear out.

    • @mattbegley8613
      @mattbegley8613 2 роки тому

      @@Raykahn good shit bro, ill absolutely pass along. I really appreciate the g2 and your time!

    • @Raykahn
      @Raykahn 2 роки тому +1

      @@mattbegley8613 np, the best sock brand is Darn Tough. Can't emphasize that enough.

  • @matthewsbernier
    @matthewsbernier 7 років тому +6

    Any drawbacks to this as a summer workboot? Seems kind of perfect.

    • @JosephDAndrea0121
      @JosephDAndrea0121 3 роки тому

      Heavy. But im used to wearing redwing with safety toe and met guard.

  • @fuegoenlamano6785
    @fuegoenlamano6785 5 років тому +1

    Nice review

  • @savagefromtheraq
    @savagefromtheraq 2 роки тому

    After wearing them for like a week the inside heel is messed up and theres some hard plastic type material poking out stabbing my heel nonstop. What a shame other than that great boots.

  • @baddealer8914
    @baddealer8914 5 років тому +2

    Traction At 360 Degrees...? 🤔

  • @FAMILIAxMICHOACANA
    @FAMILIAxMICHOACANA 6 років тому +1

    on my second pair, daily work boot heavy duty good in heat climate and desert

  • @OverlandTT
    @OverlandTT 5 днів тому

    How do these size up compared to a Belleville 340, 390 etc?

  • @JohnSmith-bn7bl
    @JohnSmith-bn7bl 2 роки тому

    would the made in usa, make the run a little wider or no? i can get my size in a regular, no wide. im usually a wide fitting though... i guess they will break in, and stretch a little. go for it ? i have a pair of Rivets, in a wide, and they are PLENTY WIDE.

  • @hoosierarcher
    @hoosierarcher 6 років тому +3

    I am having trouble finding a pair in my size. I love Danner boots.

    • @TheBootGuyreviews
      @TheBootGuyreviews  6 років тому +1

      Have you tried using the store locator?

    • @hoosierarcher
      @hoosierarcher 6 років тому

      TheBootGuy I have looked on Danner's website, as well as the websites of a lot of stores. 12 extra wide is listed as out of stock everywhere I have looked.

    • @jamessakimae9655
      @jamessakimae9655 6 років тому

      hoosierarcher sad to say, but danner has stopped production of these to make way for the new marine expeditionary boots which are exactly like the rats without the leather toe and heel. Your best bet is probably on eBay

  • @paultorres3061
    @paultorres3061 6 місяців тому +1

    I’m debating between 10.5w and 11 . I wear a size 11 runner

    • @4Bobay
      @4Bobay 5 місяців тому

      Size 11.

  • @mdloser1
    @mdloser1 6 років тому +2

    These boots are now around 180 to 220 dollars. Worth every penny. When they were 300 they are worth every penny. Most comfortable combat boots I've ever worn right out of the box. I have a pair of Danner Acadias and a pair of Danner Marine GTX. I love all 3 pairs. I've had so many brands of boots over the last 20 plus years in law enforcement. Danner are by far the best. 100% waterproof with all 3 pairs. The Acadias are the only pair that needed a month to break in. After that month, they feel like sneakers. I've worn my Danners in all types of weather. They exceed any expectation I have. My Acadias are 4 years old and don't even have a stitch loose. You pay more but your feet are worth it. I'll never buy another brand now that I've owned Danners. All the other brands I've bought or been issued have all fallen apart. When I wear my Danners out I'm going to send them back to Danner and get them rebuilt. I love that I can do that. It's like having the best pair of boots for life.

    • @Smiling_mike
      @Smiling_mike 6 років тому

      H. I. McDunnough $340

    • @rickieclark9962
      @rickieclark9962 6 років тому

      H. I. McDunnough danners are shit boots

    • @Smiling_mike
      @Smiling_mike 6 років тому +1

      Rickie Clark -MUST BE A whining Coast Guard liberal... too bad you don’t have a “pair of balls” only men’s boots.
      These are the best boots I have worn in 10 years! Danner USMC RAT.

    • @rickieclark9962
      @rickieclark9962 6 років тому

      Mike Pierson i have a pear of danners their works plus i'm not a coast guard i'm a marine

    • @mdloser1
      @mdloser1 6 років тому

      Colonel Clark Sorry they didn't work for you. Some dudes are tough on boots. I've tried Bates, Magnum, Hi-Tec, Under Armour, Rothco, Rocky and my Danners are BY FAR the best I've owned. To each their own. I hate Under Armour shoes/boots. I'll never own another pair. All have fallen apart in less than a year. I've put my Danners through hell and they've lasted years. They're shit to you but not to me. Sorry you had bad experiences with them. I know a ton of ppl who stand by them and won't own anything but Danners.

  • @bwest8372
    @bwest8372 Рік тому

    The Belleville 500 just looks more classy

  • @Jojo_96_
    @Jojo_96_ 3 роки тому +1

    I have a question, is it ok for a non vet/ military personnel to wear these ? Iv had a pair I found at a swap meet and I wear them for work and hiking and I’d like a new pair but I just wanted to ask so I don’t upset anyone

    • @shanerulloda9198
      @shanerulloda9198 3 роки тому

      Its just a boot nbd . Danner sold it to the public with the logo as long as your not pretending to be in or was in the service you should be ok.

  • @harrytuttle8161
    @harrytuttle8161 2 роки тому

    I wear a 11 I found a NEW pair 10.5W for $63.00 on Amazon Prime . I'd buy two pair but I probably wont live long enough to wear them out . I've always wanted the REAL DANNER RAT BOOT 15660X TW . pack date 07/12 These boots run as high as $375.00 .........what a deal . I think we have a shortage of willing fighters leaving boots unfilled .

    • @AaaAaa-jh9os
      @AaaAaa-jh9os Рік тому +1

      Купил новые в Москве...330 долларов))))

    • @harrytuttle8161
      @harrytuttle8161 11 місяців тому

      @@AaaAaa-jh9os I can not translate , But a Friendly Hello From Savannah .Georgia U.S.A . VODKA !!!!!!!!

    • @AaaAaa-jh9os
      @AaaAaa-jh9os 11 місяців тому

      @@harrytuttle8161 I bought these boots ln Moscow for 330$.From Russia with love))))

  • @mr.joseph7806
    @mr.joseph7806 2 роки тому +1

    I wear a size 10 a shoe. Are these boots an exact fit?

  • @jordanc8581
    @jordanc8581 3 роки тому +1

    Unpopular opinion, I didn’t care for them. My company at Paris Island were among the first to be issued these and I found that they wore out fast, were heavy, and disagreed with my feet. I just placed an order for the new rekoning boots by Danner.

    • @div.1391
      @div.1391 2 роки тому

      How are the reckoning boots?

  • @Jaybuilderjay
    @Jaybuilderjay 7 років тому +2

    very nice rewiew :) i too have a pair of these and i just love them...but can i ask what pants that is in the video ?

    • @TheBootGuyreviews
      @TheBootGuyreviews  7 років тому

      Jaybuilder jay ua-cam.com/video/hrz7SCj0yec/v-deo.html LLBean Riverton Pants.

    • @Jaybuilderjay
      @Jaybuilderjay 7 років тому

      cheers :)

    • @madmacc040
      @madmacc040 7 років тому

      Jaybuilder jay confident to say they are Kuhl brand. Likely revolver.

    • @Soggys0up85
      @Soggys0up85 3 роки тому

      @@TheBootGuyreviews Could you do a review on the Bates Lites? I'm a marine and have been wearing them for the last year, I'd love to hear what you think of them though.

  • @franciscoroman5171
    @franciscoroman5171 6 років тому

    i have 2 pairs and i use rhem for commercial landscaping and well they get the job done confidence in every step you forget the weight and they break in very easy because of how much nylon there is around the ankle. i have bot hot and waterproof pairs they are so worth it but i never get them straight from danner but online you can almost find the 15 t0 200 bucks cheaper then 350...

  • @JB-1138
    @JB-1138 Рік тому

    What is the material on the toe and heel?
    It looks artificial.
    Thanks.

  • @jmac321
    @jmac321 7 років тому +1

    Love the boots and the video. Nice job! How about those Nick's you got? Video coming soon?

  • @hhhhhhhfjjrjrjrjrirh148
    @hhhhhhhfjjrjrjrjrirh148 Рік тому

    These aren't usmc rats they're
    "Danner combat' similar but not the same

  • @xxgg
    @xxgg 3 роки тому +2

    Can this boot be resoled? This boot worth to resole?

  • @fernandorosales4569
    @fernandorosales4569 2 роки тому

    Tempered gortex 10 years and still have grip,I can get 2 to 3 more years out of this boots

  • @clarkelms2336
    @clarkelms2336 5 років тому

    How does the rat boot fell around the ankle

  • @freedomrings4134
    @freedomrings4134 2 роки тому

    I wear a 14. The toe box seems tight.
    Should I go up to 14.5 or 14 wide?

  • @NoNameNo.5
    @NoNameNo.5 3 роки тому

    Got me a pair of these on a military surplus sight....excellent bang for buck. A real brick shit house

  • @markbravo6842
    @markbravo6842 5 років тому +1

    Alright . I have lived in these Boots . No BS FOR 25 YRS Two Yrs ago even that I happend to be Homless with my last $ 90:oo I took them to be resolde wth vibram soles9,

  • @varun009
    @varun009 6 років тому +26

    It's really not worth constantly have marines get anal about a civilian/non-marine wearing the usmc boot. Wish they'd make one without the marking.

    • @max796428
      @max796428 6 років тому +17

      Any Marine who says something about a civilian wearing these is a chode. You'll find it's almost always young Marines who think they're hot shit. I could care less. It's a good boot. Grab a pair and wear them.

    • @ontargetthomunclesam3926
      @ontargetthomunclesam3926 6 років тому +1

      varun009 I wouldn't mind seeing you have a pair it's not what we wear anyway as long as you don't go around telling people you're a Marine what difference does it make and if they were made without the eagle globe and anchor it wouldn't be a U.S.M.C. rat boot

    • @ontargetthomunclesam3926
      @ontargetthomunclesam3926 6 років тому +2

      HAWG! it's not a logo its called an insignia

    • @ontargetthomunclesam3926
      @ontargetthomunclesam3926 6 років тому +1

      HAWG! I'm very familiar I'm a retired E7 that's gunny sergeant senior PMI MCRD Parris Island

    • @ontargetthomunclesam3926
      @ontargetthomunclesam3926 6 років тому +1

      HAWG! let get something straight first thing no one in my beloved Corps walked around referring to me as gunnery sergeant they all refer to me as Gunny and if you were in the Marine Corps you would know that. 0311

  • @chadpearce3378
    @chadpearce3378 6 років тому +1

    is it possible to get a pair without the toe and heel reinforcements?

    • @20GATE91
      @20GATE91 5 років тому +2

      Chad Pearce the new expeditionary boots are kind of like the rat boots without the toe and heel reinforcements

  • @garrisonjones
    @garrisonjones Рік тому

    How is it in cold weather?

  • @prestong515
    @prestong515 2 роки тому

    What should I get danner or wellco rat boots

  • @dr.drizzle1464
    @dr.drizzle1464 6 років тому +3

    Do these boots run big or small?

    • @SepticXable
      @SepticXable 6 років тому +2

      I have a pair .5 size smaller than I usually wear...fits great

    • @sv1dkr
      @sv1dkr 5 років тому +1

      @@SepticXable I wear Altama 11.5w, Belleville 11.5w, and its 12,5 with Danner Rats

    • @Breal191
      @Breal191 9 місяців тому

      They run smaller

  • @kolinmartz
    @kolinmartz 7 років тому +3

    Well they had to make a boot that fits a lot of people. It's part of any dod boot contract.

    • @TheBootGuyreviews
      @TheBootGuyreviews  7 років тому +1

      +Kolin Martz perfectly stated. I sometimes struggle with useing acronyms like that. DOD NSA USMC some people just don't get it. Thank you I'm going to start slipping them in more offeten.

    • @kolinmartz
      @kolinmartz 6 років тому

      TheBootGuy also a lot of the boots that are sold to military personnel all use a common standardized DOD last so across all brands an 8 is an 8 and a 10 is a 10. And an 8 in those lines are way bigger than an 8 in most brands. Even on the non military lineup of the same brand.

  • @user-ch5hj3li3l
    @user-ch5hj3li3l 8 місяців тому

    Как они не маломерят?

  • @billbaggans1799
    @billbaggans1799 8 місяців тому

    Are they true to size?

  • @Smiling_mike
    @Smiling_mike 6 років тому

    Best boots I own.
    Safety steel toe, & gore Tex, indestructible!
    Summer, winter, hiking, range, tactical spec ops, all in these!
    Rain or shine. I rode my HD recently from NM to Michigan & back: in extreme heat, high humidity, pouring rain, they got wet, & dried fast, breathe very well in the desert heat and sun.
    Comfortable fit 10.5 fits normal & as expected. Would buy again, if on sale @ Fathers Day 20% off.

  • @HkMp5Guy
    @HkMp5Guy 2 роки тому

    Do they fit true to size ?

  • @antoniofranca5836
    @antoniofranca5836 5 років тому

    eu interessei na Botina e gostaria de saber o preço

  • @antoniorodrigues630
    @antoniorodrigues630 4 роки тому

    Mas preferia essa da propaganda da Dani

  • @AlexSokol78
    @AlexSokol78 2 роки тому

    Це найзручніше взуття для війни, яке я мав. Чи є такі для холодної зими?

    • @AaaAaa-jh9os
      @AaaAaa-jh9os Рік тому

      Ты еще жив?! Какой размер?Могу подогнать из Москвы,с гор-тексом)))

  • @mensvarswim2690
    @mensvarswim2690 6 років тому

    If there's holes at the side, how is it waterproof

    • @benjaminpeterson1797
      @benjaminpeterson1797 4 роки тому +1

      The protective "plastic" areas are waterproof from general splashes and morning dew. this helps with not getting a wet foot from just a splash. no military boots are 100% waterproof and you dont want them to be either since a foot sweats. the holes allow for water/sweat to drain and get aired out. its a hot weather boot so it they arent made for cold wet winters.

  • @robertellis1281
    @robertellis1281 4 роки тому

    Don't wear your pants up like that too dorky , also be honest many people say inside heal wears too fast and also toes get marked wear fast , other than that thanks

  • @antoniorodrigues630
    @antoniorodrigues630 4 роки тому

    Olá bom dia gostaria de saber como entrar em contato para mim adquirir uma botina dessa aí número 40 ou 42 obrigada

  • @litzyuribe3215
    @litzyuribe3215 7 років тому +1

    hi i love it😀

  • @jimmyjohnjuan
    @jimmyjohnjuan 2 роки тому

    Are these reasonable?

  • @coyoteblue9733
    @coyoteblue9733 2 роки тому

    Are they resolable?

  • @antoniofranca5836
    @antoniofranca5836 5 років тому

    ela pronta entrega

  • @OEFvet0311
    @OEFvet0311 5 років тому +2

    I wore a pair of those when I was in. We first got the initial issue in 2008 before they marked them with the EGAs, and let me tell you....these boots SUCK. Uncomfortable, thin, stiff... I'll take my jungles or ICBs first, every time. wore them in Afghanistan. Finally stuffed them in my pack. Again- FUCK these boots.
    -a former USMC 0311 OEF get.

  • @LeftySurvival
    @LeftySurvival 7 років тому +10

    if only it was available in black...

    • @somekidzenvy
      @somekidzenvy 7 років тому +6

      Peter Pavlovic Marines stopped authorizing black boots back in 2004. I miss them though

  • @pakfrd7887
    @pakfrd7887 6 років тому

    Does water get in through those little vets?

    • @TommyNitro
      @TommyNitro 6 років тому

      pakfrd it can. They aren’t one way, so they’ll let water in, but more importantly, out. Those are the hot weather design. For temperate climates, they make a model without the drains that is also Gortex lined to keep your feet dry.

  • @johndelacruise2110
    @johndelacruise2110 6 років тому

    Hi, what is the conversion of size 4 on danner marine boots how many inches is it?

    • @SuperSmith
      @SuperSmith 6 років тому

      John Dela Cruise Size 4 for shoes are typically about 8.2 inches. If you are still interested they have a tool to find your size on their website.

  • @MartinLopez-ys5dm
    @MartinLopez-ys5dm Рік тому

    Fcking things are heavy AF, but that's ok.

  • @lincolnsouzalopes4875
    @lincolnsouzalopes4875 6 років тому

    The best