I have owned these exact boots as well as several other Chippewa boots. They’re great boots! Look good, comfortable, and no long break-in period like other brands I’ve owned. But this boot lasted me less than 1 year. Mind you, I wear my boots everyday in all manner of conditions. Snow, mud, driving, kicking around the office, etc. I wouldn’t hesitate to buy another pair at all! But if you’re like me and you wear your boots everyday these will not last 5 years. Your dog really is awesome. Thanks for the review.
Perhaps buy two pairs so you can rotate and let the boots breath and dry out. Wearing the same boot every day builds up sweat and moisture and that degrades the boot. Use shoe trees to stretch them and the cedar wood can dry them out as well.
My boot journey started with this very pair of Chippewa boots and then I bought the redwing iron rangers and the roughnecks followed by Truman boots and finally a couple of pairs of Nick's boots. My understanding is boots has come a long way since I used to adore my chipping boots and I simply can't seem to ever want to wear anything of less quality than the Nick's boots anymore. The construction,the materials used, the mileage off those Nick's boots are insane and you can add to that the comfort of wearing them ,plus the aesthetics itself. I appreciate your review on the Chippewa boots and I believe that you've made that transition from that perspective you held 5 years ago. I'm a Nicks, White's and Wesco guy now and hope to understand the finer details of boot craftsmanship and own a pair of Viberg boots now and probably a pair of flame panda boots. Cheers
Love the puppy. Love the way it tolerated you occupying its spot on the couch and yakking away. Oh...thanks for the look at the boots too. I never would have thought of Chippewa as a top quality boot until I saw this.
I bought the Original Chippewa 6 Inch Service Boot in oxblood almost 3 years ago as my first investment in a good pair of boots -- to this day, I absolutely love them. They still see heavy rotation in my wardrobe and still look/feel amazing, even in comparison to my Red Wings, Oak Streets, Red Wings, and other heritage boots. A wonderful purchase which I highly recommend to someone wanting to get into the boot game.
In my humble opinion (I know I am a few years late) this is one of the better reviews, mainly because of the dog.. But seriously, I have seen some reviews for Whites, Nicks, and other boots. I have no doubt they are amazing boots and I have been very lucky and blessed I could afford a pair but $600 for a pair of "work" boots just hurts the heart for me. I worked as a mechanic, did 20 years in the Navy as a aircraft mechanic and now work around the house and rebuild cars in the shop. There is no way a hard working family can afford those high end work boots instead of putting food on the table or even just a little vacation/special night out money. This is where the Red Wing line and other similar price points come in handy and you can still get great boots. yet some of the reviewers unintentionally advertise for these top end boots that IMO the target audience can't afford (actual working people) then they are fashion boots period. As stated, most people aren't going to go working on a construction site where you can get paint, cement, oil, items all dropped on your $600 boots. Not without complaining about it, that is for sure. The poor intern/appretace is the real person who needs $600 boots so they are not all stoved up when they are 50 (about the time you really should be able to afford them).
Chips are more than what i need. I love their quality and fit. I have their packer, wellington, and Bay Apache logger. Im not in construction nor do i work as a firefighter or national park ranger so i dont need Nick's or White's level of construction. Chips are mkre than my needs, especially now that im retired. These appear to he Chip's version of Red Wings Iron Rangers and Wolverines 1000 Miler boots.
Just received the boots today. Got them for $130 thanks to eBay! So far the boots fit perfectly and are pretty comfy. I wear a size 10 in running shoes, I bought these in a size 9 Wide and fits on point. Enough space on side and not feeling tight or narrow. Length size I prob have 1/4 of inch space between boot and toes. Can’t wait to break them in!
I think your dog stole the show...lol. Very nice boots. Love your site and all the content. I know you probably have a lot on your plate but I echo others here who would love to see more videos from you.
I really dig these. Got cheap NOS with BFG gumlites. Slick in winter & def not non slip, but super comfortable all day in garage, gonna try these as riding boots too
I just bought a pair of those Ellison boots locally about 1 month ago. (April 2021 = closeout = 1/2 price) I really like them, but have a question. = There is a slight roughness (not smooth) to the APACHE leather, I like that, but not sure what to use on them. Boot Oil? Neatsfoot Oil? Conditioner? Saddle Soap? What have you used on yours? How did it affect the leather? Did you like the results? They say don't use many of those products on Suede, Nubuck or roughout type leathers. (???) Thanks.
@@jims1942 When I started buying them around 2003 I believe they were not rough like,but they did change towards the end I think around the time that Chippewa was bought out.I usually got 3 years out of them and used them hard for work in a wood shop.I never treated them.
Great review and awesome dog. Please help me with sizing. I'm in a 8.5 Nike running shoe, 8 Thursday Captain, 8 Blundstone. Would you agree size 8 in the Apache's or half size down to 7.5? Thanks again
Disappointing that they discontinued this boot. It was their only good looking safety boot and no one else makes this style quite the same way. Not cool, Chippewa.
Nice review, love the dog! I am really perplexed as to what "heritage" boot to get, Iron Ranger, 1000 mile or this Chippewa. I did see some recent review about quality control issues with the Chippewa's, e.g. the heal twisting apart from the boot, seams coming undone, etc... have you noticed any QC problems like these with your Chippewas? Thx, and Happy New Year.
I haven't had any issues like that. Between those 3, you'll end up with a great pair of boots. Main factor to consider is how rugged you want them to look. In order from most rugged to most refined it would be Chippewa > Iron Ranger > 1000 Mile.
Now I know why! Because I subscribe to your channel , GG! No, he doesn't! Stop encouraging him! There are too many people doing boots already. Unless he makes videos on that dog! If he's half the man his dog believes him to be, he's super nice! 😊
Chippewa books are great quality as soon as you pick up a pair you can feel the quality. However I have had a couple pair of their 11" engineer boots with steel toe and those have both been the most uncomfortable boots ever, I cannot wear them longer than 20 mins have to take them off. Anyone have a similar experience with Chippewa Engineer boots ? They look great and are the most Rugged Engineer boot you will ever find, received many compliments by strangers but again hard to wear them longer than 20 mins, big bummer , Peace
Thanks! It's a Levi's Trucker in Rigid Two color. You'll want to err on the small side because it will stretch and contour to your body for a perfect fit. I discussed it in a video from several years ago, here's the relevant portion: ua-cam.com/video/QltavADWd9Q/v-deo.html
I've owned these for 5 years too now. Mine don't look as good as yours but I still love them. Few months back, I bought Wolverine 1000 mile boots for $200 CAD from a store that was closing, so no returns. I wore them 3 times and all three times, I got nasty blisters on my heel, from the top of the curve on the heel of the boot on the inside. I removed the insoles that came with the boots, and put in my own orthotic insoles and I think the height of the soles is what's causing the issue since I'm not fitting into the heel curve. Now i'm afraid to wear them, and I'm afraid i just wasted 200 bucks on them. Any advice? I'm thinking of getting some custom insoles for them, maybe that can solve my problem
nbafanboi23 ah that’s a bummer. You can try this lacing technique that helps with heel slippage. This may be part of the breaking in process also. Boots like this can be uncomfortable until they bend and crease and form to your foot. However, there is obviously a threshold to how much discomfort you should have to go through for a pair of expensive boots! www.primermagazine.com/2014/learn/use-this-simple-lacing-method-to-make-your-boots-fit-better
I also have the Service Boot. They are different, very similar shapes, but the Service Boot is a dressier boot with less traction on the sole and smoother leather. I had thought about doing a comparison video.
“Give me belly rubs, hooman!” Looks like the boots have held up really well. Curious to know your thoughts about the “tribes” aspect of the boot brands and what they say. I have 2 pairs of Thursday boots I’ve worn for about 2 years now; I’ve only had 2 people say something about them in that time.
haha! Not so much the brands but the styles. For example, AE wintip boots vs Lucchese cowboy boots is a more obvious example. Red Wing Iron Rangers are more Americana/rugged/country and Thursday Boots suede chelseas are more sleek/dressed up/city. I have like 4 pairs of Thursday Boots and love them. The olive suede captoe is probably one of my most worn boots.
Plain coconut oil will work. I make my own stuff that's just beeswax and coconut oil. Makes things shiny and supple, but not too soft as to lose shape.
Aww! Dog! 😊 That's such a cute little furball! Just want you to know I watched the video thrice just to relish the very obvious affection you two share. You love that dog! Why not feature him in every video? That could be your USP , so to speak. I like boots, but they're just stuff. I love dogs; they keep me humble and grounded ! Gotta get priorities right, right?
There's a guy that took these apart and they are disappointing. $200 for these boots is not worth it. Invest in a pair of custom made Nicks boots. Those will last you a lifetime.
Those are over 2.5x the cost of the Chippewas. I disagree, based on my long-term wear of my boots. I'm sure Nick's are fantastic for those that can invest in them.
Don’t bother trying to get these boots, Chippewa is out of most boots and have been for quite a while. Their customer service is horrible, they should post a statement of why they have no stock and when they are expecting to stock boots.
yours barely look fucking worn lol. mine are trashed, about to get them resoled after 4 years, but i've pretty much worn them every day half the year as a carpenter.
5years??? Yes if you wear them once a week tops, walking in grass, and that's it. Let's be real here these aren't real work boots unless your looking for a one year boot.
Love how they had a safety toe version! Allowed me to wear it in the factory & in the office without missing a beat
I have owned these exact boots as well as several other Chippewa boots. They’re great boots! Look good, comfortable, and no long break-in period like other brands I’ve owned. But this boot lasted me less than 1 year. Mind you, I wear my boots everyday in all manner of conditions. Snow, mud, driving, kicking around the office, etc. I wouldn’t hesitate to buy another pair at all! But if you’re like me and you wear your boots everyday these will not last 5 years. Your dog really is awesome. Thanks for the review.
Perhaps buy two pairs so you can rotate and let the boots breath and dry out. Wearing the same boot every day builds up sweat and moisture and that degrades the boot. Use shoe trees to stretch them and the cedar wood can dry them out as well.
My boot journey started with this very pair of Chippewa boots and then I bought the redwing iron rangers and the roughnecks followed by Truman boots and finally a couple of pairs of Nick's boots. My understanding is boots has come a long way since I used to adore my chipping boots and I simply can't seem to ever want to wear anything of less quality than the Nick's boots anymore. The construction,the materials used, the mileage off those Nick's boots are insane and you can add to that the comfort of wearing them ,plus the aesthetics itself. I appreciate your review on the Chippewa boots and I believe that you've made that transition from that perspective you held 5 years ago. I'm a Nicks, White's and Wesco guy now and hope to understand the finer details of boot craftsmanship and own a pair of Viberg boots now and probably a pair of flame panda boots. Cheers
Love the puppy. Love the way it tolerated you occupying its spot on the couch and yakking away. Oh...thanks for the look at the boots too. I never would have thought of Chippewa as a top quality boot until I saw this.
I bought the Original Chippewa 6 Inch Service Boot in oxblood almost 3 years ago as my first investment in a good pair of boots -- to this day, I absolutely love them. They still see heavy rotation in my wardrobe and still look/feel amazing, even in comparison to my Red Wings, Oak Streets, Red Wings, and other heritage boots. A wonderful purchase which I highly recommend to someone wanting to get into the boot game.
That's awesome to hear! 🙌 I have a similar experience.
Im a Chippewa and Redwing guy. Love something that is made in the US.
In my humble opinion (I know I am a few years late) this is one of the better reviews, mainly because of the dog.. But seriously, I have seen some reviews for Whites, Nicks, and other boots. I have no doubt they are amazing boots and I have been very lucky and blessed I could afford a pair but $600 for a pair of "work" boots just hurts the heart for me. I worked as a mechanic, did 20 years in the Navy as a aircraft mechanic and now work around the house and rebuild cars in the shop. There is no way a hard working family can afford those high end work boots instead of putting food on the table or even just a little vacation/special night out money. This is where the Red Wing line and other similar price points come in handy and you can still get great boots. yet some of the reviewers unintentionally advertise for these top end boots that IMO the target audience can't afford (actual working people) then they are fashion boots period.
As stated, most people aren't going to go working on a construction site where you can get paint, cement, oil, items all dropped on your $600 boots. Not without complaining about it, that is for sure. The poor intern/appretace is the real person who needs $600 boots so they are not all stoved up when they are 50 (about the time you really should be able to afford them).
Thanks so much Jason, I couldn't agree more!
Chips are more than what i need. I love their quality and fit. I have their packer, wellington, and Bay Apache logger. Im not in construction nor do i work as a firefighter or national park ranger so i dont need Nick's or White's level of construction. Chips are mkre than my needs, especially now that im retired.
These appear to he Chip's version of Red Wings Iron Rangers and Wolverines 1000 Miler boots.
Just received the boots today. Got them for $130 thanks to eBay! So far the boots fit perfectly and are pretty comfy. I wear a size 10 in running shoes, I bought these in a size 9 Wide and fits on point. Enough space on side and not feeling tight or narrow. Length size I prob have 1/4 of inch space between boot and toes. Can’t wait to break them in!
Awesome!!! Glad to hear that!
I think your dog stole the show...lol.
Very nice boots. Love your site and all the content. I know you probably have a lot on your plate but I echo others here who would love to see more videos from you.
Thanks so much Erik, I really appreciate that. :)
I really dig these. Got cheap NOS with BFG gumlites. Slick in winter & def not non slip, but super comfortable all day in garage, gonna try these as riding boots too
Came here to learn about boots. Stayed to see what the puppers would do next
I have that exact boot and a pair of their snake boots, which I can personally tell you they work.
Have you walked long distance in these , like gone on a trek or something ?Have you worn them during rain? Thanks.
Really thinking of buying this boot,
Love your dog btw thank you for the video:)
Awesome! You're very welcome. :) Hope they work out for you.
Best boot I ever bought. Like the chocolate Apache color.
I wore the Ellison’s for years,I believe those and these have been discontinued
I just bought a pair of those Ellison boots locally about 1 month ago. (April 2021 = closeout = 1/2 price) I really like them, but have a question. = There is a slight roughness (not smooth) to the APACHE leather, I like that, but not sure what to use on them. Boot Oil? Neatsfoot Oil? Conditioner? Saddle Soap? What have you used on yours? How did it affect the leather? Did you like the results? They say don't use many of those products on Suede, Nubuck or roughout type leathers. (???) Thanks.
@@jims1942 When I started buying them around 2003 I believe they were not rough like,but they did change towards the end I think around the time that Chippewa was bought out.I usually got 3 years out of them and used them hard for work in a wood shop.I never treated them.
*YOUR DOG IS BEAUTIFUL*
Thank you! That's Leela. :)
These might end up being my first nice boots
Can you advice boot that quality and price is the best? Thanks
Great review and awesome dog. Please help me with sizing. I'm in a 8.5 Nike running shoe, 8 Thursday Captain, 8 Blundstone. Would you agree size 8 in the Apache's or half size down to 7.5? Thanks again
Thanks! I also have the Thursday Captains and my Chippewas are the same size, both 9.5.
Disappointing that they discontinued this boot. It was their only good looking safety boot and no one else makes this style quite the same way. Not cool, Chippewa.
I wish they made this exact boot but waterproof
3:14 so are they waterproof then?
Nice review, love the dog! I am really perplexed as to what "heritage" boot to get, Iron Ranger, 1000 mile or this Chippewa. I did see some recent review about quality control issues with the Chippewa's, e.g. the heal twisting apart from the boot, seams coming undone, etc... have you noticed any QC problems like these with your Chippewas? Thx, and Happy New Year.
I haven't had any issues like that. Between those 3, you'll end up with a great pair of boots. Main factor to consider is how rugged you want them to look. In order from most rugged to most refined it would be Chippewa > Iron Ranger > 1000 Mile.
@@primermag Thanks for your insight. Cheers!
The dog must think you've gone nuts talking to a black object with a lens you're constantly having your eyes fixed at 😂
haha! Probably! :-D
You need to make more videos my friend!
Gentleman's Gazette okay okayyyyyyy 😁
Now I know why! Because I subscribe to your channel , GG! No, he doesn't! Stop encouraging him! There are too many people doing boots already. Unless he makes videos on that dog! If he's half the man his dog believes him to be, he's super nice! 😊
No! One is enough!!
More videos please! Your dog's absolutely adorable by the way :)
Thank you! She's a sweetheart haha
Hey these don’t look like cowboy boots? How did I get here? Great vid love the production quality
Comfortable Kicking Around Boots. Nice.
Salut from Russia! Good job! Do not stop, Please!
After 5 years they shouldn't look that good even with constant oiling/waxing.
You just don't do heavy work my friend.
Came for the boots! Stayed for the production! Subbed for your sweetheart dog!
Derek thanks so much! 😄😄
Have you used any conditioners or water proofers on them?
I haven't!
Chippewa books are great quality as soon as you pick up a pair you can feel the quality. However I have had a couple pair of their 11" engineer boots with steel toe and those have both been the most uncomfortable boots ever, I cannot wear them longer than 20 mins have to take them off. Anyone have a similar experience with Chippewa Engineer boots ? They look great and are the most Rugged Engineer boot you will ever find, received many compliments by strangers but again hard to wear them longer than 20 mins, big bummer , Peace
What's the jacket model you are wearing? The fit is awesome
Thanks! It's a Levi's Trucker in Rigid Two color. You'll want to err on the small side because it will stretch and contour to your body for a perfect fit. I discussed it in a video from several years ago, here's the relevant portion: ua-cam.com/video/QltavADWd9Q/v-deo.html
@@primermag thanks so much for your answer!
Where is the link to the original review? Where is it? You said it would be in the description? It isn't there. WHERE IS IT?
www.primermagazine.com/2019/spend/chippewa-apache-gq-lacer-boot-review
Have a pair awesome boot👍
Best. Boot. Ever. LOVE my Apaches!
what an awesome dog!!! Great video too!
I've owned these for 5 years too now. Mine don't look as good as yours but I still love them. Few months back, I bought Wolverine 1000 mile boots for $200 CAD from a store that was closing, so no returns. I wore them 3 times and all three times, I got nasty blisters on my heel, from the top of the curve on the heel of the boot on the inside. I removed the insoles that came with the boots, and put in my own orthotic insoles and I think the height of the soles is what's causing the issue since I'm not fitting into the heel curve. Now i'm afraid to wear them, and I'm afraid i just wasted 200 bucks on them. Any advice? I'm thinking of getting some custom insoles for them, maybe that can solve my problem
nbafanboi23 ah that’s a bummer. You can try this lacing technique that helps with heel slippage. This may be part of the breaking in process also. Boots like this can be uncomfortable until they bend and crease and form to your foot. However, there is obviously a threshold to how much discomfort you should have to go through for a pair of expensive boots! www.primermagazine.com/2014/learn/use-this-simple-lacing-method-to-make-your-boots-fit-better
@@primermag Thanks for the article, I'll try it out!
Are these the exact same as the Chippewa service boots?
I think the upper might be but these have a different sole and eyelets
I also have the Service Boot. They are different, very similar shapes, but the Service Boot is a dressier boot with less traction on the sole and smoother leather. I had thought about doing a comparison video.
Did you go with your standard width or EE. TY
greg agnello standard for me!
“Give me belly rubs, hooman!” Looks like the boots have held up really well. Curious to know your thoughts about the “tribes” aspect of the boot brands and what they say. I have 2 pairs of Thursday boots I’ve worn for about 2 years now; I’ve only had 2 people say something about them in that time.
haha! Not so much the brands but the styles. For example, AE wintip boots vs Lucchese cowboy boots is a more obvious example. Red Wing Iron Rangers are more Americana/rugged/country and Thursday Boots suede chelseas are more sleek/dressed up/city. I have like 4 pairs of Thursday Boots and love them. The olive suede captoe is probably one of my most worn boots.
What oil do u use for your chippewas?? Idk which to put on mine.
I haven't use anything on mine!
Plain coconut oil will work. I make my own stuff that's just beeswax and coconut oil. Makes things shiny and supple, but not too soft as to lose shape.
Got the part number??
I wear thorogood Moc toe boots all year around with 501's
Hey! It's 20065 www.chippewaboots.com/footwear/footwear/outdoor/classic/20065
Question: can these be worn for production or construction?
They also come in steel toe if you need that.
Primer thanks
Great dog . Great boots
I do have a pair of thrusday captain boots I love . What does that say about me? I also love dogs !
You have good taste! I love my Thursdays.
Nice boots and great videobombing !
Usual problem here in France they are expensive, like between 250€ and 300€.
You can try paraboot hehe
@@tomasparra720 I wish but Paraboot are even more expensive, around 400€❗️😫
Cheppewa run more tan timberland in size?
what kind of boots does your dog wear? muttlucks , ruffwear seem to be the boots of choice in my hood. lol
Would they last 5 years if worn regularly? Those don’t look well used. Still nice boots though.
make more videos, idiot. you're too good
Sadly, they no longer make the Ellison/Cibola
Sick review bro
Thanks John!
WR Russell boots Berlin Wisconsin - you're poor and if you don't own a pair - your kinda happy!
Aww! Dog! 😊 That's such a cute little furball! Just want you to know I watched the video thrice just to relish the very obvious affection you two share. You love that dog! Why not feature him in every video? That could be your USP , so to speak. I like boots, but they're just stuff. I love dogs; they keep me humble and grounded ! Gotta get priorities right, right?
Thank you so much, couldn't agree more!
There's a guy that took these apart and they are disappointing. $200 for these boots is not worth it. Invest in a pair of custom made Nicks boots. Those will last you a lifetime.
Those are over 2.5x the cost of the Chippewas. I disagree, based on my long-term wear of my boots. I'm sure Nick's are fantastic for those that can invest in them.
Don’t bother trying to get these boots, Chippewa is out of most boots and have been for quite a while. Their customer service is horrible, they should post a statement of why they have no stock and when they are expecting to stock boots.
yours barely look fucking worn lol. mine are trashed, about to get them resoled after 4 years, but i've pretty much worn them every day half the year as a carpenter.
5years??? Yes if you wear them once a week tops, walking in grass, and that's it. Let's be real here these aren't real work boots unless your looking for a one year boot.
great, more vids please
HaZZarD thank you! :)
Boots or dogs. I’m confused.
eh?
finding an empty paper coffee cup and pretending you are drinking coffee can be very tribal. :)
i like your cool friend
A half of a boot for a half of a man! They must look fabulous while he's sitting behind his desk drinking soy lattes?
You say this like I don't read the comments?
Oh, Lord, why?!!! Why do I get these in my recommend videos! Grrrah!!!!😡