Back in the early 90s, I bought a pair of Danner combat boots. I absolutely LOVED them. Great support. Durable, and rugged. Best boots I wore while in the Marines. Used them for a decade and a half after getting out, in construction work. I miss those boots.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
@@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.
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
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.
In my 68 years, I have never had a more comfortable pair of boots right of the box. I have two pair that I rotate, and wear them everyday except in summer if it's hot. Mine are rated "temperate." When the soles are gone, I'll ship them back to Danner for a re-build.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
@@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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
França, entra no site da Danner Boots e compra, vai pagar um absurdo de imposto pra trazer mas vc poderá ter uma, ou então vai lá nos EUA e compra pessoalmente na faixa dos 300 dólares. Tem poder quem age.
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.
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.
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
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.
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...
+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.
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.
Back in the early 90s, I bought a pair of Danner combat boots. I absolutely LOVED them. Great support. Durable, and rugged. Best boots I wore while in the Marines. Used them for a decade and a half after getting out, in construction work. I miss those boots.
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.
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!
Please don’t retire them - get them resoled and sold on eBay.
Vibram sole is best you can buy
Did you have the steel toe model or not? I'm looking for a motorcycle boot, the non steel looks like an affordable option.
@@joyceofdriving4954 eBay
Literally the best boot I ever wore. Did great for 6 years!
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.
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.
Burt Hulbert the black leather were shit though the jungle boot is superior to it
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!
@@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!!!!
@@audreymota8423 I wore the jungles back in the 70's but they're not for old feet.
@@audreymota8423 Ya, we had both. I licked the jungle boots way better.
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.
wish we had those when I was a ground pounder in the Marines ! Danner got this right !
I was a jar head in the early 90's, our boots were shit.
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.
Used em when I was in The Marines and I still use them in my civilian life
Semper fi!
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.
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.
I also wore mine in marjah in 2010...
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.
Check out the Danner Marine Expeditionary Boot.
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
They’d probably be very popular as Danner hiking or work boots to continue making & selling them.
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.
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.
@@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.
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
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
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.
In my 68 years, I have never had a more comfortable pair of boots right of the box. I have two pair that I rotate, and wear them everyday except in summer if it's hot. Mine are rated "temperate." When the soles are gone, I'll ship them back to Danner for a re-build.
So glad I saw this review. Love my pair. Semper yut
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.
What about water?? Will it protect from rain
@@Antonio18677 yes they’re completely waterproof
@@abdullahal-shimri3091 nice thank you
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.
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!
How's the sizing on these?
They start a little stiff and a little snug width-wise, but break in easily.
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.
Just picked some up for $71 so if they start breaking down at work no big deal
Super comfrotable sole. These boots were made to stomp on jagged rocks and not feel a thing.
Ive been wearing wellco ratboots for years now, just switched to danner super rainforest. I kind of miss my rat boots... they kick ass.
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.
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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.
Basically a modernized jungle boot, looks well made!
I have a pair of these. I really like them. Rugged on the outside, comfortable on the inside.
I want those! They look comfortable and cool looking. And what I love most they are made in the good ole USA!
Question
Why are the prices so wildly varied from different sources? I see them at $300+ and at $79.
catipalism
Notice the holes in the tip (front) of the soal bottoms for nail tips.
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.
Giulio Gemino, Altama got bought out. Get some of their NOS made in the USA berry complaint stuff.
Try getting some AltBerg Defender from the UK. Widely available on Ebay.
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.
I’m debating between 10.5w and 11 . I wear a size 11 runner
Size 11.
Looks like a perfect summer boot
They feel light considering I grew up with cowboy boots although I'm not used to having to tie laces lol
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
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
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.
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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
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.
These boots are not issued in boot.
Unlike the"gymshoe boots",these look like damn good boots!
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
I wear a size 10 a shoe. Are these boots an exact fit?
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.
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.
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.
@@Raykahn good shit bro, ill absolutely pass along. I really appreciate the g2 and your time!
@@mattbegley8613 np, the best sock brand is Darn Tough. Can't emphasize that enough.
Can this boot be resoled? This boot worth to resole?
Yes and yes.
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.
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!
Do these boots run big or small?
I have a pair .5 size smaller than I usually wear...fits great
@@SepticXable I wear Altama 11.5w, Belleville 11.5w, and its 12,5 with Danner Rats
They run smaller
What is the material on the toe and heel?
It looks artificial.
Thanks.
I’m not a US Marine….. could I still buy and wear these in the US ?
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
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.
Wish I could find a pair my size 9 D
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 .
propklep Who cares about Europeans?
no easy make a order to Danner and tax is about 50£ i bought it 2 years ago easy
How is it in cold weather?
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 ?
Jaybuilder jay ua-cam.com/video/hrz7SCj0yec/v-deo.html LLBean Riverton Pants.
cheers :)
Jaybuilder jay confident to say they are Kuhl brand. Likely revolver.
@@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.
Me and my dad went all the way down to sand Diego for a pair for me
Are they true to size?
Are they true to size and should I get a wide
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.
is it possible to get a pair without the toe and heel reinforcements?
Chad Pearce the new expeditionary boots are kind of like the rat boots without the toe and heel reinforcements
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.
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.
Do they fit true to size ?
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.
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.
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
HAWG! it's not a logo its called an insignia
HAWG! I'm very familiar I'm a retired E7 that's gunny sergeant senior PMI MCRD Parris Island
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
How do these size up compared to a Belleville 340, 390 etc?
alright
How does the rat boot fell around the ankle
Any drawbacks to this as a summer workboot? Seems kind of perfect.
Heavy. But im used to wearing redwing with safety toe and met guard.
What should I get danner or wellco rat boots
I wear a 14. The toe box seems tight.
Should I go up to 14.5 or 14 wide?
Nice review
Це найзручніше взуття для війни, яке я мав. Чи є такі для холодної зими?
Ты еще жив?! Какой размер?Могу подогнать из Москвы,с гор-тексом)))
Are they resolable?
Traction At 360 Degrees...? 🤔
Are these reasonable?
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 $375.00 .........what a deal . I think we have a shortage of willing fighters leaving boots unfilled .
Купил новые в Москве...330 долларов))))
@@AaaAaa-jh9os I can not translate , But a Friendly Hello From Savannah .Georgia U.S.A . VODKA !!!!!!!!
@@harrytuttle8161 I bought these boots ln Moscow for 330$.From Russia with love))))
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.
H. I. McDunnough $340
H. I. McDunnough danners are shit boots
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.
Mike Pierson i have a pear of danners their works plus i'm not a coast guard i'm a marine
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.
If there's holes at the side, how is it waterproof
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.
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.
eu interessei na Botina e gostaria de saber o preço
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
Как они не маломерят?
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.
Boa noite gostaria de saber se você tem ela para vender
França, entra no site da Danner Boots e compra, vai pagar um absurdo de imposto pra trazer mas vc poderá ter uma, ou então vai lá nos EUA e compra pessoalmente na faixa dos 300 dólares. Tem poder quem age.
Olá bom dia gostaria de saber como entrar em contato para mim adquirir uma botina dessa aí número 40 ou 42 obrigada
Does water get in through those little vets?
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.
Здравствуйте,братья-американцы,купил Даннер,прикольные ботинки....встретимся в бою)))
I am having trouble finding a pair in my size. I love Danner boots.
Have you tried using the store locator?
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.
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
Hi, what is the conversion of size 4 on danner marine boots how many inches is it?
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.
on my second pair, daily work boot heavy duty good in heat climate and desert
Love the boots and the video. Nice job! How about those Nick's you got? Video coming soon?
where did you get them?
+Seth Doughten danner.com
+TheBootGuy thanks
Mas preferia essa da propaganda da Dani
The Belleville 500 just looks more classy
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.
Tempered gortex 10 years and still have grip,I can get 2 to 3 more years out of this boots
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...
ela pronta entrega
These aren't usmc rats they're
"Danner combat' similar but not the same
Got me a pair of these on a military surplus sight....excellent bang for buck. A real brick shit house
Agreed
Well they had to make a boot that fits a lot of people. It's part of any dod boot contract.
+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.
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.