The pioneer of Jim Green USA and here we are a year later with our own depot and a second bulk order currently in production to head that way. Thanks again for the kind words and we feel you’ve hit the nail on the head with the reference to the watch collection. Hopefully we will continue to be added to many boot collections and become a go to option for most. All the best Carl
@@KR-jg7gc 80-90 kg is heavy? That's like average weight for 6' 1 guy, give or take. (then again im saying this as an American.... so..... we are 'larger' than most)
Jim Green’s are legendary in Southern Africa. Game Rangers, Farmers (Ranchers), Miners and Forestry Workers love them. Know of plenty Jim Green’s that have been resoled multiple times. The Razorback Steelcap is my default work boot.
I got some and love them. Not so expensive that you mind beating them uo but not so cheap that they're flimsy or poor quality. I replaced their insert with a red wing leather and foam one and they gave me a bit more cushion while still keeping my foot on leather. The boots have enough room that you can also pop in a hiking boot insole like a Super feet or similar. Great boots with nice thick leather.
@JimGreenFootwearOfficial Please dont do like our American boot companies and cheap out and sell out to justin or some other garbage company. Redwing and Chippewa used to be some solid boots, but they sold out and now won't last a walk around the block.
Coming into this summer I needed a nee pair of works boots. I tried everything from Carhartts (the most comfortable out of the box but questionable quality), Timberland Pros and Keens. I would be using them mostly for landscaping my storage properties primarily. However after watching your video as well as Rose Anvil’s; I decided to try the razorbacks. The quality stood out immediately, on first try they felt sturdy (I have bad ankles and knees this is a must), but pliable. After mulling it over, then replacing the leather insole with my own they felt amazing but needed a little breaking in. Well after three weeks they are really getting almost as comfortable as my Blundstones but much more confident in stability. I could see myself going back packing in these, or using these as my hiking boots when photographing elopements (get quite a few of those in the ADK). They remind me of Danner Mountain Lites but I don’t mine beating the crap out of these. Tomorrow I plan on cleaning the dirt off my Jim Greens and giving it a nice coat of conditioner. Can’t wait for these to really break in.
Wore these for close on twenty years. When I loved to NZ from SA forgot to buy a pair before I left. Friends are bringing a pair of Rangers over to me this year. Can't wait. Gareth, my wife said to tell Peter that Marcia from Fligtt Centre says hello..
This is awesome to read and see🙌 my early days at the factory i did liaise with Marcia on many occasions. Looking forward to you trying out the African Ranger soon. Thanks for the comment and reaching out
I got myself a pair after your first video of them. I highly value your two cents. I purchased Naked & Famous and enjoy rockin my Diesel Grant Stones as well. Keep it up
I don't mind the thin insole of my vellies. That just gives me an option to choose many (probably in the hundreds) of after market insoles I can buy and get the right amount of support I want. I can easily replace when they wear out. Jim Green offers the solid base/foundation to build ur grail boot and customize it to your tastes.
“That ski-boot feel” LOLOL I know exactly what you mean. I have some double-sole Carminas (80184) that are like that. I know they’ll last forever, and I could kick through a wall, but it’s got that unbending feel just like a ski boot without the ski. Great video, thanks man!
YES! C-Clunk, C-Clunk! Thats what it feels like. I know you cant have everything- Hard core build quality AND flexibility, but holy hell they can be hard to wear at first.
I'm going to Oregon for Thanksgiving which is being turned into a Camping Thanksgiving. We're gonna be hiking quite a bit around Crater Lake. I'm not a fan of synthetic material hiking boots. Don't get me wrong, they do their job very well, but I would use it for the trip and they would be stored (got hunting boots already), cause wouldn't need them much in the flat lands and concrete jungle of Houston, TX. Saw your video on cheap boots, along with about 10 other videos on a binge, and said "hey, I can break them in at work, wear them in Oregon, and put them in my work boot rotation after I get back...if not I'll give them away around xmas. Well, ordered the brown ones on Amazon, arrived in 2 days, it's been about 1.5 months with them and they are like a glove. Stiff 1st two days, after a week I could wear them all day, after a month they are as comfortable as my LEGENDARY Redwing Irish Setter 83606 which needed no break in at all. You should really check out those Irish Setters, they have a non-aluminum toe too. I did change out the insole for an Easyfeet insole on amazon. After day 1 I used Saphir Renovateur leather conditioner to speed up the break in. Even though I love the laces, I did change them out for DELELE Wave Shape Non Slip Heavy Duty Laces in dark green and coffee. The green laces are eye catching, but slick and the boot's lace rings don't offer friction, so if you like to tie your boots snug or tight forget about it. The Delele laces are slightly wavy...or bumpy, and they give you just enough slip resistance to give you that snug fit, plus the color is a perfect fit with that bit of green in honor of the original laces. I'm a 9.5EE to 10EE in most boots. The 9.5D in these are just right, even after changing the insole. NOTE: The included insole is so thin that just about any other insole you swap it for will reduce the amount of room in the shoe...but there is a lot of room. These are going to sever me well for years to come I believe. I'm even looking at some of their other boot styles by Jim Green, we'll see. I am going to have to waterproof these for my trip, so some oil, snowseal, or something. Followed by a water based waterproofer. Any recomendations? Thanks for introducing me to these boots Carl. Keep up the good work...review some laces, no-tie laces like lock laces are cool, as well as Xpand laces. Not 100% slip on with 6" or higher boots, but I can literally take my boot's on and off in about 8 seconds, and they never untie.
Got my pair on right now. I love the way Timberlands look, but they just don’t last anymore. The price is right like you said, I’m definitely converted now.
I've added a few Jim Green boots to my daily wear assortment. They are great for the price, from the Vellies to the Stockman and the Razorback I'm a fan.
I love my Razorbacks. I wear them daily for work (I'm a mostly rural Amazon delivery driver). Super duper comfortable for all-day wear. Even running stairs on the occasions I get stuck doing apartments all day. And, they look so damn good ( my opinion ) I find myself wearing them when not at work even over "nicer" boots. They are some of my favorite boots, period.
I work, trek, and go to town in only one pair of boots, my Razorback by Jim Green. Living in the cooler high Drakensberg, whilst managing a farm, my feet experience every conceivable range of conditions you can think of. Spring with new veld grass wet with recent rain, rushing streams, stables, towing stuck cars from the deep mud on the un-serviced district road, ( When will this service ever happen?), and workshop with oil and grease. High summer, maintaining roads and hiking trails, mowing, gardening, general concrete construction, forestry, and fencing, you name it, it is probably on my list of tasks. Autumn, burning firebreaks and preparing the property for winter, with its cold frost and occasional snow, dry veld fighting runaway fires. then in the same boots after a lick and polish, I go to town once in a while, (one has to, unfortunately) I am happy to walk around, proud to be a countryman in my Razorbacks. The only times I don't wear my Razorbacks are when I shower, and in bed, for obvious reasons, I think. All in all, I wear them because I don't have to think about them. They just become a natural part of me and who I am. Now here is the thing. Right from the go, I will in the future replace the inner sole with a custom sole. My feet and rough lifestyle wear out the factory-fitted fiber sole very quickly. and secondly, I will wear gumboots on the district road in the future. Give these Razorbacks by Jim Green of South Africa a go. I have never been disappointed with them. And another thing, perhaps I will buy two pairs next time round, one for all the hard work, and the other as my "going out" pair, but I will wear my work pair when I have to meet my bank manager. It will show him I'm still strong and hard-working.
No, when you go to meet your bank manager, don't wear the work pair but the going out, he will thing that now you don't need to do hard work anymore coz you are now the manager who give orders to others.
I'm about to put a pair of razorbacks through some serious abuse! Everything from landscaping, lawn care, snow removal, even concrete work. Curious to see how they hold up! Excited as well.
@@DanielTAGyota I got a good year out of them. That's with everyday wear. I now have alico summits that I wear everyday and I like them better but they are getting hard to find.
I find these boots to be almost too wide for me, and I have a wide foot. I agree on the insole. I will be getting inserts to take up the slack as they feel a half size too big. These will be for thick socks only. Which means here in Texas only a winter boot.
Great review on a lesser known boot. Although more a hiker than a true work boot, add an after market insole and BAM! Two birds, one stone. And a big thanks to whatever international trade rules allow this product to be priced so well...
Absolutely! Another thing that I like about Jim Green is that they pay 100% of the wage rate to their employees. In a country where a lot of companies gouge their workers, Jim Green seems to be doing it right.
I had no idea that one could buy a good quality work boot for $139. Thanks for enlightening me. I must have missed your original review on the Jim Green boot. Glad I caught this video. Very informative and interesting video Carl. Another fine production! Keep up the good work and i hope that all is well with you and the family...Ed.
Glad to help! These are really a stellar boot for their price. If you had asked me what a good work boot under $150 was a year ago I'm not sure I could give a good answer, but these are fantastic.
@@kosta2177i know this is a really late comment but ive been rocking them for the last year and a half just currently looking for a new pair cause i’ve worn them out. great boots man not one stitching has fallen out and i’ve put them through hell. they actually fixed my plantar fasciitis to
Hey Carl, after watching this video I decided to go ahead and get a pair, it was not easy but my boots are on the way to Cancun, Mexico. Let's see if they can stand the hard wear and tropical weather. Cheers!
I’m a footwear guy. My oldest boy is working as a window cleaner for the summer while attending school for electrical engineering. He needed a pair of boots for hiking and work. I pressured him into a pair of these with the wedge sole. He loves them. I have a pair of African Rangers buffalo. While they are nowhere near as good as some of my nicer boots/ shoes they are a tremendous value for the money.
Thank you for the great info about these boots! I see that Jim green offers customizable boots. If you had to customize these razorbacks to make them even better work boots, what would you do differently? Or would you choose a different platform?
Jim Green Last is fabulous...comfortable no toe pinch, lighter and more comfortable than Nicks...A better boot for hiking. Taking wildland firefighting boots is great if you need that tool... For most of us green horns or civilians we can get along with a boot like Jim Green. The dark lugged sole seems every bit as rigid and tough as a vibram. Its a nice boot and on the feet comfy.
I live in The City. Most of my wear is urban. I have the regular, and the steel toe. Both are heavy. 2 layers of leather are thick and stiff. Your break in will be harsh. Once broken in to your feet, these are very comfortable. The lug soles are rigid. In my use, walking on city sidewalks, they have good traction. Offroad, dirt, sand, mud, earth..... I haven't slipped yet going to the beach, park, or hikes. I have felt surefooted on bar room floors, and marble lobbies. The leather is locally sourced from a South African tannery. I know nothing about how to grade leather. It cleans up well with saddle soap. This leather seems to really like mink oil. The John Lincoln Company makes a shoe polish which seems to rub right in and effectively creates a barrier against moisture. The leather is thick enough to withstand a lot of abuse. Regular cleaning and oiling will prevent it from drying and cracking. The footbed inserts are nothing special. They are leather, on top of foam, which is nicer than just foam. It doesn't appear to be anything that is orthopedic, nor built for support. You may want to use your own. Jim Green describes the insole lasting board and midsole as "poly woven fibreboard". I have no complaints with the way it feels under the foot or the durability. The fibreboard does flex and break in easier. They should last as long as the lifetime of the shoe. The soles are simply glued to the midsole. Unless you are in an environment with harsh chemical solvents, the glue should hold until a cobbler peels the sole off. As seen in the Jim Green videos, resoles are easily accomplished by peeling off the old sole, and gluing on a new sole. Jim Green sells replacement soles on their website. No resole service is offered in The USA. When you wear through the upper layers of leather, or the stitching holding the vamp to the midsole breaks, you should buy another pair of boots. It would be cheaper than to find an artisan cobbler to recraft the shoe.
Hey Carl, I got a pair of Razorbacks this past July after seeing your original video. I've worn them a number of times and have stopped wearing them because the toe box is too low. I think if they heightened the toe box it's be killer. Widthwise the toe box is wide enough and the construction is good. I commented on another video about them and the Jim Green rep e mailed me with a few suggestions about my concerns. Maybe I just got an odd man out, although it took three pairs of return until I got a pair that felt ok. But I'm not ready to call it quits yet. Maybe I'll try a pair of Monsters - it looks like they have a higher toe box.Or maybe I'll fly down to SA and get a pair custom made a the factory. More important, I liked your update video. Why not make an end of the line video when they finally do wear out.
That's a really cool idea! End of the line for these may take some time, but I'll get there. I'm intrigued by your toe box situation. It's definitely a little lower than typical but I didn't find them uncomfortable at all. I'm glad the good folks over there got you hooked up though!
@@CarlMurawski I have a fairly high arch, so I think my instep is higher than usual. Even before I bought 'em I thought the toe box looked a little low. But I'm m to see JG starting to make inroads in the US market. Happy Monday.
Carl as you own so many brand boots could you do a video with audience help compiling a chart that helps with boot size across brands , ordering online is so hit and miss as some brands you have to order larger or smaller . RM Williams 9 Redback 9 1/2 Yuketen 10 Corcoran 9 Last & Loom 9 1/2 Belmore 9 1/2 LL Bean 9 Cheers
Thats an interesting idea, but I think it may be hard to figure out exactly what the sizes are. Maybe like you suggested, I can create a shared document where people can add their experience? I can certainly add to this and then make a video on the findings.
I'd love to be able to try these my only problem is that I need a safety toe for work and I would kind of like waterproof if I could get it maybe one day I'll be able to get Jim Green's that fit my job site requirements
I think this is one of your best videos Carl. It's useful that you mentioned the width of the boot. Something that surprisingly often gets left out. I wanted to ask you, do your feet sweat more in these than in boots made with better materials?
Thank you! Sizing is something I dont mention often because I feel that my experience might be misleading to some since everyones feet are different. I didnt notice any issues with sweat, and in fact these breathe pretty well - much better than my synthetic "waterproof" boots. Plus they're used in their homeland of South Africa where it gets much hotter than New England I'd bet.
They also do custom boot production; maybe you could do a limited Carl Murawski edition with the couple design changes you'd like to make and take pre orders? Might be a fun project for you and us viewers.
That would be cool. I got a pair of Rose anvil/ Nick's Collab boots and it'd be neat to have pair of Carl Murawski/ Jim Green boots. Carl? JG? Whaddya think?
They look and are very affordable thanks for the commerce import benefits they get. I will like to try them but honestly a boot without leather midsole is not for me ... I'm so comfort with the good quality than I can't let basic 877 RW aside for Joe Green. If they only apply more quality, definitely I will buy them.
Instead of a replacement insole, I use a pair of Birkenstock arches designed for boots with a little heel height. The seamless upper is something I haven't enjoyed on a boot since my Pivettas from way back when.
I've been looking at Jim Green boots but noticed they only come in one width. You've mentioned before that you have a wide foot, as do I. (I also have fallen arches) Since you rave about the comfort of the Jim Greens, is it safe to assume that they have a roomy toebox?
Hello everyone, I’m new to the boot scene and just recently bought a pair of Razorbacks. Love the boots but the low toe box is snug at the top of the toes, will this go away in time as I break them in?
Just picked up a pair directly from them for $250 CAD after shipping, fees, extra leather insoles, and some leather product. Excited to get them. More than the quality..I love the look..nothing else really looks like them. I’m sure the price will start to go up once they find better NA distribution.
I agree, they look like nothing else really. I hope they keep their prices in the same ballpark though, since they're really such a great entry level option.
@@CarlMurawski I’m excited to use them for camping and fishing next summer, and dog walks here in Canada when there is not a foot of snow on the ground. Nice to have a pair of beater boots. You compared it to the Weekender, but I think they will serve more as a g-shock. I am more into watches than boots, so excuse the nerdiness.
Could be. Boots definitely break down faster worn daily, they never really dry out, and basically start to rot Do you use a boot dryer at all? Rotating in another pair would make a huge difference
@@jairocatalan4974 A bit of love, care and rest for the uppers they should last a lot longer. Thanks for the support of the second pair, much appreciated and we always an email away if you need any assistance.
I just bought the chelsea Jim Green boots for work because I wanted a slip on...But I'm wondering if I f'd up. Should I have gotten the Razorback? I feel like I can just put my insoles in them, and work, but maybe I'm wrong. I guess I could have them re-soled and have cristy soles and a leather midsole maybe put on.
Im a farmer and have a pair of Jim Greens and they can take abuse from drowning them in water and mud and into the cow pens to planters and fertiliser they can take it. I just put in memory foam insoles
I Think the Jim Green bushcat boot is a better work boot. Exactly the same as a razorback but lower cut around the ankle for more flexible movement. Especially for those bending down. Razorback is more of a hiker.
Hi! I know that you normally cover workwear, but do you have any style advice for a male teacher? I can't find anything definitive, and most of my coworkers dress like they don't care. I've also been looking for some decent leather bags and planners, but haven't found anything great. I've also been wondering about what your advice would be on boots. I have to stand on hard ground for most of the day, and I have to wear footwear with a decent heel, since I was injured during my time in the military. All the best, Matt
Hi Matt, first off thank you for your service both in the military and in teaching as well. When it comes to boots on hard surfaces, I'm expecting that you're standing on tile which is on concrete slab floors. In my experience a wedge sole is best for these applications since they tend to spread out the pressure across your entire foot. Luckily there are a lot of options in this category, including a collaboration I'll be doing with Nicks (top secret). Please feel free to email me at: info@carlmurawski.com if you'd like to discuss further, I'd be happy to help.
Hi Carl, what can I do to protect leather boots such as these if my work involves a lot of puddles of nasty water mixed with cement and concrete sludge and mud. I do have a pair of PVC Wellingtons which I use when the puddles are extra deep and when I have to stand in them for a while, but I just do not enjoy wearing PVC Wellingtons all day for driving and stuff. So I'm thinking of getting something like the razorbacks but I worry that the cement might destroy the leather. I currently wear a slip on which is made of fake leather and is non welted. The waterproofness has already been compromised from being wet with cement and dried many many times. Will something like obenhaufs do the trick? Thanks
Obenaufs LP is great, but you may be best serves with something a bit more hardcore like Sno Seal. LP is really good, but I feel like its best in roughout since it gets under the nap of the fibers. Of course, it also depends on how often you reapply. Sno Seal is pretty tough stuff and I've used it on leather gloves with pretty good success.
@@CarlMurawski Thank you for your suggestion. Do you think that leather can take that kind of abuse (with proper cleaning and maintenance)? What would you choose if you were in my situation? Just found out that my fake leather slip ons already has a tear in the uppers and it hasn't even been a year yet.
Looking at some boots for casual wear and another pair for work. Really looking to replace my Irish Setter Marshall soft toe cowboy boots. I work in the fast food industry and am up on my feet up from 8 to sometimes 10 hours a day, would these be the right boot for that or would it be worth the money going for the Thorogood Moctoe or even the White's Perry Moctoe?
I'm shopping for boots that will last forever.. lol with my weight they will. I'm South African. So the issue is comfort? This is clearly visiting even by looking at these vs Caterpillars (which are currently on sale but still 3 - 6 hundred rand more than JG). If this is the case I think I should go for them and get inners with 🤔, which they sell as well. Along with oil, and jts still cheaper than Caterpillars
Glad i found your channel! subbed! Question: i seriously wonder how these Jim Green compare to Thursday - Commander. is it worth spending more for Thursday Commander?
When the Spring arrives again, I'm going to buy my first pair of non-winter boots. I'm in between the RW Iron Ranger and the Belstaff MARSHALL. I haven't really found many reviews on the Belstaff's, so I was wondering if you (or anyone of your viewers) have any experience with them. They look really good, but the 'Designer' mark on the website makes me a bit sceptical. Any help would be appreciated. Love the videos!
Funny that you mentioned watch collecting. I’ve been considering a pair of Nick’s Boots but after hearing some of your thoughts, I’m wondering if sticking with my Zamberlans is best. I live in the North Carolina mountains where winters are harsh (heavy winds, lots of snow) and summers moderate (mid 70s most of the time). Perhaps a west coast boot isn’t the right choice.
Yeah, that really depends. The Nicks/Whites boots use thick leather, but leather isnt a great insulator. I've found past the socks I wear with those boots, they're not great in the cold. Zamberlain looks like a really interesting company, I need to check them out.
@@CarlMurawski The Zamberlans started as a search for a robust cold weather work boot that provided good ankle stability while on slopes. I’ve had them for two seasons and have been impressed overall. It took a month or two until they were completely broken in.
I have both, and I like the darker brown personally. It's just a little more subdued and doesnt look like a Timberland. As to your next question, you CAN hike in them but I wouldnt buy them specifically for that purpose. There isnt much side traction, and I think the Jim Green Monster is more suited to that role.
Yes indeed! Those are okay... but the one thing that bothers me is how far apart the eyelets are. They kind of put pressure on your foot in a weird way, and if they come unlaced they just open right up. I keep mine in my car in case I need a change of footwear.
Thanks for getting in touch and interest in Jim Green Footwear, below clears up your concerns on the price jump. World wide products have just got more expensive too but we continue to offer the best boot in the market for the price. Below is a few factors: - We have had 2 wage increases since our first batch of boots arrived in the US - The US Dollar has then depreciated by 20% to the South African Rand making exports more expensive - The cost of shipping has tripled - We have had raw material increases and also now using better quality leather more suitable for wet/snow conditions. - We have also added in a new and improved insert/footbed into our boots (although still old stock in the US with the older option) - and finally when we launched we had our boots priced at a special price, sort of a early bird special All this being said if you can show us a boot that is like like more affordable than us we will match that price
@@Artemis-v8i had to return both pairs. Too tight. I don't blame Jim Green. My foot shape is awkward.Size 14 in some brands,in others 14.5 and 15 . My feet are extremely flat and my left foot has been broken 4 times and healed in bad I'm sure if I had normal feet or if Jim Green makes a size 15 wide. They'd fit just fine. There 14 isn't the American sized. I think we have bigger feet than any other country.
Mine only lasted a year and they were covered in deep cuts and holes and the sole started coming off on one. Considering the punishment I gave them at work they are brilliant
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The pioneer of Jim Green USA and here we are a year later with our own depot and a second bulk order currently in production to head that way.
Thanks again for the kind words and we feel you’ve hit the nail on the head with the reference to the watch collection. Hopefully we will continue to be added to many boot collections and become a go to option for most.
All the best Carl
Are they true to size ?
Say if I wear an 9 RM Williams will an 9 Jim Green be the same ?
Cheers
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Will the waterproof Monster boot be coming to America?
Hi, will you sell those in Europe?
Just checked the website - do you have any sizing advice? I’d like to purchase.
Still wearing mine, 20 years later, just resoled it 4 years ago. Brilliant products.
20 years!? Holy cow then I will definetely get these
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@@inderjit3125 I am actually South African so I know what I'm talking about
Long term reviews really do allow us as the audience to get a better idea of what a product can do and how it will hold up. Thanks
I've seen heavy men have jim greens for well over 5 years.
I'm a very light guy, 60kg ..
I'm talking about men in the 80-90 kg range.
@@KR-jg7gc 80-90 kg is heavy? That's like average weight for 6' 1 guy, give or take. (then again im saying this as an American.... so..... we are 'larger' than most)
I’m 6.1 and I’m 100 kilos (220 pounds) lol And there are no fat at all. So I don’t know, should I consider myself a heavy 😅
Jim Green’s are legendary in Southern Africa. Game Rangers, Farmers (Ranchers), Miners and Forestry Workers love them. Know of plenty Jim Green’s that have been resoled multiple times. The Razorback Steelcap is my default work boot.
I live in South Africa and have been wearing Jim Green Razorback boots for over 20 years!
I wear nothing else.
Awesome boots!
Thanks for the support and kind words, much appreciated
I got some and love them. Not so expensive that you mind beating them uo but not so cheap that they're flimsy or poor quality. I replaced their insert with a red wing leather and foam one and they gave me a bit more cushion while still keeping my foot on leather. The boots have enough room that you can also pop in a hiking boot insole like a Super feet or similar. Great boots with nice thick leather.
Thanks for the support, much appreciated. Keep us up to date on how they go
@JimGreenFootwearOfficial Please dont do like our American boot companies and cheap out and sell out to justin or some other garbage company. Redwing and Chippewa used to be some solid boots, but they sold out and now won't last a walk around the block.
Coming into this summer I needed a nee pair of works boots. I tried everything from Carhartts (the most comfortable out of the box but questionable quality), Timberland Pros and Keens. I would be using them mostly for landscaping my storage properties primarily. However after watching your video as well as Rose Anvil’s; I decided to try the razorbacks. The quality stood out immediately, on first try they felt sturdy (I have bad ankles and knees this is a must), but pliable. After mulling it over, then replacing the leather insole with my own they felt amazing but needed a little breaking in. Well after three weeks they are really getting almost as comfortable as my Blundstones but much more confident in stability. I could see myself going back packing in these, or using these as my hiking boots when photographing elopements (get quite a few of those in the ADK). They remind me of Danner Mountain Lites but I don’t mine beating the crap out of these. Tomorrow I plan on cleaning the dirt off my Jim Greens and giving it a nice coat of conditioner. Can’t wait for these to really break in.
Wore these for close on twenty years. When I loved to NZ from SA forgot to buy a pair before I left. Friends are bringing a pair of Rangers over to me this year. Can't wait. Gareth, my wife said to tell Peter that Marcia from Fligtt Centre says hello..
This is awesome to read and see🙌 my early days at the factory i did liaise with Marcia on many occasions. Looking forward to you trying out the African Ranger soon.
Thanks for the comment and reaching out
Thanks for the review, I just ordered a pair for $90 on Amazon (Black Friday deal). I couldn't pass them up!
I just did a bush hike with these in the Vredefort area SA. Best boots I’ve ever owned.
Got a pr for Christmas and they were very comfortable right out of the box. Look very well made and should hold up well.
I got myself a pair after your first video of them. I highly value your two cents. I purchased Naked & Famous and enjoy rockin my Diesel Grant Stones as well. Keep it up
Well that's very flattering man!!! I hope I haven't let you down, but it sounds like you've made some very good purchases.
I don't mind the thin insole of my vellies. That just gives me an option to choose many (probably in the hundreds) of after market insoles I can buy and get the right amount of support I want. I can easily replace when they wear out. Jim Green offers the solid base/foundation to build ur grail boot and customize it to your tastes.
“That ski-boot feel” LOLOL I know exactly what you mean. I have some double-sole Carminas (80184) that are like that. I know they’ll last forever, and I could kick through a wall, but it’s got that unbending feel just like a ski boot without the ski. Great video, thanks man!
YES! C-Clunk, C-Clunk! Thats what it feels like. I know you cant have everything- Hard core build quality AND flexibility, but holy hell they can be hard to wear at first.
I'm going to Oregon for Thanksgiving which is being turned into a Camping Thanksgiving. We're gonna be hiking quite a bit around Crater Lake. I'm not a fan of synthetic material hiking boots. Don't get me wrong, they do their job very well, but I would use it for the trip and they would be stored (got hunting boots already), cause wouldn't need them much in the flat lands and concrete jungle of Houston, TX. Saw your video on cheap boots, along with about 10 other videos on a binge, and said "hey, I can break them in at work, wear them in Oregon, and put them in my work boot rotation after I get back...if not I'll give them away around xmas. Well, ordered the brown ones on Amazon, arrived in 2 days, it's been about 1.5 months with them and they are like a glove. Stiff 1st two days, after a week I could wear them all day, after a month they are as comfortable as my LEGENDARY Redwing Irish Setter 83606 which needed no break in at all. You should really check out those Irish Setters, they have a non-aluminum toe too.
I did change out the insole for an Easyfeet insole on amazon. After day 1 I used Saphir Renovateur leather conditioner to speed up the break in. Even though I love the laces, I did change them out for DELELE Wave Shape Non Slip Heavy Duty Laces in dark green and coffee. The green laces are eye catching, but slick and the boot's lace rings don't offer friction, so if you like to tie your boots snug or tight forget about it. The Delele laces are slightly wavy...or bumpy, and they give you just enough slip resistance to give you that snug fit, plus the color is a perfect fit with that bit of green in honor of the original laces.
I'm a 9.5EE to 10EE in most boots. The 9.5D in these are just right, even after changing the insole. NOTE: The included insole is so thin that just about any other insole you swap it for will reduce the amount of room in the shoe...but there is a lot of room.
These are going to sever me well for years to come I believe. I'm even looking at some of their other boot styles by Jim Green, we'll see. I am going to have to waterproof these for my trip, so some oil, snowseal, or something. Followed by a water based waterproofer. Any recomendations?
Thanks for introducing me to these boots Carl. Keep up the good work...review some laces, no-tie laces like lock laces are cool, as well as Xpand laces. Not 100% slip on with 6" or higher boots, but I can literally take my boot's on and off in about 8 seconds, and they never untie.
Got my pair on right now. I love the way Timberlands look, but they just don’t last anymore. The price is right like you said, I’m definitely converted now.
I bought some Vellies on your recommendation. Thanks Carl. Amazing. I love them
Long term review ARE SO MUCH BETTER THAN 1 day ones!!!
Good analogy with the timex. I think a G shock is also an appropriate comparison in a collection of expensive watches
I got the Silverado ones from that video but I’ve moved onto a pair of builder pros after seeing your videos never been happier
Were those boots worth it?
@@gregoriojuarez1579 both pairs have easily payed for themselves in the comfort and stability, the nicks is by far better for obvious reasons
I've added a few Jim Green boots to my daily wear assortment. They are great for the price, from the Vellies to the Stockman and the Razorback I'm a fan.
Totally agreed! I love brands like this, and even though they're not marquee brands they deliver a solid value for sure.
Do you use them for work or fashion?
@@Jason-zw2dg work around the property and lots of walking. I have a tree farm.
I love my Razorbacks. I wear them daily for work (I'm a mostly rural Amazon delivery driver). Super duper comfortable for all-day wear. Even running stairs on the occasions I get stuck doing apartments all day. And, they look so damn good ( my opinion ) I find myself wearing them when not at work even over "nicer" boots. They are some of my favorite boots, period.
I work, trek, and go to town in only one pair of boots, my Razorback by Jim Green. Living in the cooler high Drakensberg, whilst managing a farm, my feet experience every conceivable range of conditions you can think of. Spring with new veld grass wet with recent rain, rushing streams, stables, towing stuck cars from the deep mud on the un-serviced district road, ( When will this service ever happen?), and workshop with oil and grease. High summer, maintaining roads and hiking trails, mowing, gardening, general concrete construction, forestry, and fencing, you name it, it is probably on my list of tasks. Autumn, burning firebreaks and preparing the property for winter, with its cold frost and occasional snow, dry veld fighting runaway fires. then in the same boots after a lick and polish, I go to town once in a while, (one has to, unfortunately) I am happy to walk around, proud to be a countryman in my Razorbacks. The only times I don't wear my Razorbacks are when I shower, and in bed, for obvious reasons, I think. All in all, I wear them because I don't have to think about them. They just become a natural part of me and who I am.
Now here is the thing. Right from the go, I will in the future replace the inner sole with a custom sole. My feet and rough lifestyle wear out the factory-fitted fiber sole very quickly. and secondly, I will wear gumboots on the district road in the future. Give these Razorbacks by Jim Green of South Africa a go. I have never been disappointed with them. And another thing, perhaps I will buy two pairs next time round, one for all the hard work, and the other as my "going out" pair, but I will wear my work pair when I have to meet my bank manager. It will show him I'm still strong and hard-working.
No, when you go to meet your bank manager, don't wear the work pair but the going out, he will thing that now you don't need to do hard work anymore coz you are now the manager who give orders to others.
I'm about to put a pair of razorbacks through some serious abuse! Everything from landscaping, lawn care, snow removal, even concrete work. Curious to see how they hold up! Excited as well.
Post a video :)
How have they held up after 2 years past from this comment?
@@DanielTAGyota I got a good year out of them. That's with everyday wear. I now have alico summits that I wear everyday and I like them better but they are getting hard to find.
@@SugarMapleForge 👍
I bought them love. them. I got their vellies and town and country too. all excellent shoes. thanks for the excellent review!!
Those boots have patinaded nicely and I like the pull tab on the back.
I do too, and its not useless like so many other boots.
I find these boots to be almost too wide for me, and I have a wide foot. I agree on the insole. I will be getting inserts to take up the slack as they feel a half size too big. These will be for thick socks only. Which means here in Texas only a winter boot.
A hiking boot insole and thinner socks and you're set. For thicker socks a thin red wing leather insole is what you need
Great review on a lesser known boot. Although more a hiker than a true work boot, add an after market insole and BAM! Two birds, one stone.
And a big thanks to whatever international trade rules allow this product to be priced so well...
Absolutely! Another thing that I like about Jim Green is that they pay 100% of the wage rate to their employees. In a country where a lot of companies gouge their workers, Jim Green seems to be doing it right.
South African workers have much better worker rights than than either China or the US ......
Wearing a weekender right now for that very reason you mentioned!
I had no idea that one could buy a good quality work boot for $139. Thanks for enlightening me. I must have missed your original review on the Jim Green boot. Glad I caught this video. Very informative and interesting video Carl. Another fine production! Keep up the good work and i hope that all is well with you and the family...Ed.
Glad to help! These are really a stellar boot for their price. If you had asked me what a good work boot under $150 was a year ago I'm not sure I could give a good answer, but these are fantastic.
@@CarlMurawski what about RedBack boots? They are Australian made, so they can keep their prices lower, while being extremely comfortable
@@kosta2177i know this is a really late comment but ive been rocking them for the last year and a half just currently looking for a new pair cause i’ve worn them out. great boots man not one stitching has fallen out and i’ve put them through hell. they actually fixed my plantar fasciitis to
@@adamdover3868 thanks for the feedback!
Hey Carl, after watching this video I decided to go ahead and get a pair, it was not easy but my boots are on the way to Cancun, Mexico. Let's see if they can stand the hard wear and tropical weather. Cheers!
How are they?
how comfortable are they in the heat?
I’m a footwear guy. My oldest boy is working as a window cleaner for the summer while attending school for electrical engineering. He needed a pair of boots for hiking and work. I pressured him into a pair of these with the wedge sole. He loves them.
I have a pair of African Rangers buffalo. While they are nowhere near as good as some of my nicer boots/ shoes they are a tremendous value for the money.
Thank you for the great info about these boots! I see that Jim green offers customizable boots. If you had to customize these razorbacks to make them even better work boots, what would you do differently? Or would you choose a different platform?
Video was the catalyst to me buying these
Great review as usual. I might take a look at these.
Much appreciated! They’re well worth your time
Jim Green Last is fabulous...comfortable no toe pinch, lighter and more comfortable than Nicks...A better boot for hiking. Taking wildland firefighting boots is great if you need that tool...
For most of us green horns or civilians we can get along with a boot like Jim Green. The dark lugged sole seems every bit as rigid and tough as a vibram.
Its a nice boot and on the feet comfy.
I live in The City. Most of my wear is urban.
I have the regular, and the steel toe. Both are heavy. 2 layers of leather are thick and stiff. Your break in will be harsh. Once broken in to your feet, these are very comfortable.
The lug soles are rigid. In my use, walking on city sidewalks, they have good traction. Offroad, dirt, sand, mud, earth..... I haven't slipped yet going to the beach, park, or hikes. I have felt surefooted on bar room floors, and marble lobbies.
The leather is locally sourced from a South African tannery. I know nothing about how to grade leather. It cleans up well with saddle soap. This leather seems to really like mink oil. The John Lincoln Company makes a shoe polish which seems to rub right in and effectively creates a barrier against moisture. The leather is thick enough to withstand a lot of abuse. Regular cleaning and oiling will prevent it from drying and cracking.
The footbed inserts are nothing special. They are leather, on top of foam, which is nicer than just foam. It doesn't appear to be anything that is orthopedic, nor built for support. You may want to use your own.
Jim Green describes the insole lasting board and midsole as "poly woven fibreboard". I have no complaints with the way it feels under the foot or the durability. The fibreboard does flex and break in easier. They should last as long as the lifetime of the shoe.
The soles are simply glued to the midsole. Unless you are in an environment with harsh chemical solvents, the glue should hold until a cobbler peels the sole off. As seen in the Jim Green videos, resoles are easily accomplished by peeling off the old sole, and gluing on a new sole. Jim Green sells replacement soles on their website. No resole service is offered in The USA.
When you wear through the upper layers of leather, or the stitching holding the vamp to the midsole breaks, you should buy another pair of boots. It would be cheaper than to find an artisan cobbler to recraft the shoe.
Just got my Stockmsn chesleas! Amazing!
Thanks. Appreciate the long term review.
Hey Carl, I got a pair of Razorbacks this past July after seeing your original video. I've worn them a number of times and have stopped wearing them because the toe box is too low. I think if they heightened the toe box it's be killer. Widthwise the toe box is wide enough and the construction is good. I commented on another video about them and the Jim Green rep e mailed me with a few suggestions about my concerns. Maybe I just got an odd man out, although it took three pairs of return until I got a pair that felt ok. But I'm not ready to call it quits yet. Maybe I'll try a pair of Monsters - it looks like they have a higher toe box.Or maybe I'll fly down to SA and get a pair custom made a the factory. More important, I liked your update video. Why not make an end of the line video when they finally do wear out.
That's a really cool idea! End of the line for these may take some time, but I'll get there.
I'm intrigued by your toe box situation. It's definitely a little lower than typical but I didn't find them uncomfortable at all. I'm glad the good folks over there got you hooked up though!
@@CarlMurawski I have a fairly high arch, so I think my instep is higher than usual. Even before I bought 'em I thought the toe box looked a little low. But I'm m to see JG starting to make inroads in the US market. Happy Monday.
Carl as you own so many brand boots could you do a video with audience help compiling a chart that helps with boot size across brands , ordering online is so hit and miss as some brands you have to order larger or smaller .
RM Williams 9
Redback 9 1/2
Yuketen 10
Corcoran 9
Last & Loom 9 1/2
Belmore 9 1/2
LL Bean 9
Cheers
Thats an interesting idea, but I think it may be hard to figure out exactly what the sizes are. Maybe like you suggested, I can create a shared document where people can add their experience? I can certainly add to this and then make a video on the findings.
Really and trully a great boot!
I'd love to be able to try these my only problem is that I need a safety toe for work and I would kind of like waterproof if I could get it maybe one day I'll be able to get Jim Green's that fit my job site requirements
If you look at the international site for Jim Green they have steel toes available.
I think this is one of your best videos Carl. It's useful that you mentioned the width of the boot. Something that surprisingly often gets left out.
I wanted to ask you, do your feet sweat more in these than in boots made with better materials?
Thank you!
Sizing is something I dont mention often because I feel that my experience might be misleading to some since everyones feet are different. I didnt notice any issues with sweat, and in fact these breathe pretty well - much better than my synthetic "waterproof" boots. Plus they're used in their homeland of South Africa where it gets much hotter than New England I'd bet.
They also do custom boot production; maybe you could do a limited Carl Murawski edition with the couple design changes you'd like to make and take pre orders? Might be a fun project for you and us viewers.
That would be cool. I got a pair of Rose anvil/ Nick's Collab boots and it'd be neat to have pair of Carl Murawski/ Jim Green boots. Carl? JG? Whaddya think?
They look and are very affordable thanks for the commerce import benefits they get.
I will like to try them but honestly a boot without leather midsole is not for me ...
I'm so comfort with the good quality than I can't let basic 877 RW aside for Joe Green.
If they only apply more quality, definitely I will buy them.
Instead of a replacement insole, I use a pair of Birkenstock arches designed for boots with a little heel height. The seamless upper is something I haven't enjoyed on a boot since my Pivettas from way back when.
Fair enough!
Have you looked at all the great boots coming out of Italy? DIOTTO for woods. FRACAP for street or mountains. Also CENTURIAN ARMY BOOTS made in Italy?
Great Year Review.
Thank you!!
would be nice to see jim green vs steel blue since steel blues are great australian made boots for working and hella cheap aswell
Lol might be cheap in Australia but hella expensive in the US. Somehow more expensive than the redbacks that I normally buy
@@Beardman56 red backs arent really safe for heavy work tho their just thin phoam sole with a plastic toe
@@Jay-rd6fe they're designed for different things. I stand in a factory all day and they're the best for that also they're steel toed
Hey so I just got a pair and it looks like they did update them with a yellow leather insole now. It's sewn in.
I've been looking at Jim Green boots but noticed they only come in one width. You've mentioned before that you have a wide foot, as do I. (I also have fallen arches) Since you rave about the comfort of the Jim Greens, is it safe to assume that they have a roomy toebox?
“A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.”
Hello everyone, I’m new to the boot scene and just recently bought a pair of Razorbacks. Love the boots but the low toe box is snug at the top of the toes, will this go away in time as I break them in?
Just picked up a pair directly from them for $250 CAD after shipping, fees, extra leather insoles, and some leather product.
Excited to get them. More than the quality..I love the look..nothing else really looks like them.
I’m sure the price will start to go up once they find better NA distribution.
I agree, they look like nothing else really. I hope they keep their prices in the same ballpark though, since they're really such a great entry level option.
@@CarlMurawski I’m excited to use them for camping and fishing next summer, and dog walks here in Canada when there is not a foot of snow on the ground.
Nice to have a pair of beater boots. You compared it to the Weekender, but I think they will serve more as a g-shock. I am more into watches than boots, so excuse the nerdiness.
I’m about to be 3 months in with these boots working mon-fri and they are starting to feel flimsy. Maybe I will upload a video on how mine have worn
Could be. Boots definitely break down faster worn daily, they never really dry out, and basically start to rot Do you use a boot dryer at all? Rotating in another pair would make a huge difference
@@dubester1982 no I don’t have a boot dryer haha I use them everyday mon-fri and I don’t take extra care of them at all.
Now +-6 months in of what sounds like some harsh wear and testing, how they doing?
@@JimGreenFootwearOfficial I bought another pair cause I got a hole in the toe
@@jairocatalan4974 A bit of love, care and rest for the uppers they should last a lot longer. Thanks for the support of the second pair, much appreciated and we always an email away if you need any assistance.
So I will buy a pair - allways believe the electrician ;-) thanks for the review
I just bought the chelsea Jim Green boots for work because I wanted a slip on...But I'm wondering if I f'd up. Should I have gotten the Razorback? I feel like I can just put my insoles in them, and work, but maybe I'm wrong. I guess I could have them re-soled and have cristy soles and a leather midsole maybe put on.
Between this review and Rose Anvil cutting them in half I might need to get a pair now
Totally worth it man! There are a couple color options now too.
Has anybody used the JG boots for inside work only? E.g a warehouse, where it’s mostly concrete or tile flooring?
Im a farmer and have a pair of Jim Greens and they can take abuse from drowning them in water and mud and into the cow pens to planters and fertiliser they can take it. I just put in memory foam insoles
I Think the Jim Green bushcat boot is a better work boot. Exactly the same as a razorback but lower cut around the ankle for more flexible movement. Especially for those bending down. Razorback is more of a hiker.
Good review! Very informative
Glad it was helpful! I think the extended reviews are especially useful with items like these.
I consider most all insoles as being cheap throw away items. They are mostly garbage that get replaced before the boot is even worn.
Hi Carl, great channel, you should try ALTBERG BOOTS, they make military boots and have others styles.
What brands can you compare to? Carolinas,wolverines..?
How much room is there in the toe box ? Height wise?
I heard the new shipments will have leather midsole at same price. Any truth to this?
I literally just got a pair today off amazon. Its true. They do come with the leather insole.
Been trying to break in my razorback. Very comfortable, except I get rubbing on the outside of my right heel.
Hi! I know that you normally cover workwear, but do you have any style advice for a male teacher? I can't find anything definitive, and most of my coworkers dress like they don't care. I've also been looking for some decent leather bags and planners, but haven't found anything great. I've also been wondering about what your advice would be on boots. I have to stand on hard ground for most of the day, and I have to wear footwear with a decent heel, since I was injured during my time in the military.
All the best,
Matt
Hi Matt, first off thank you for your service both in the military and in teaching as well. When it comes to boots on hard surfaces, I'm expecting that you're standing on tile which is on concrete slab floors. In my experience a wedge sole is best for these applications since they tend to spread out the pressure across your entire foot. Luckily there are a lot of options in this category, including a collaboration I'll be doing with Nicks (top secret).
Please feel free to email me at: info@carlmurawski.com if you'd like to discuss further, I'd be happy to help.
Wedge sole chukka boot with goodyear welt
Would these be good for doing yard work, for example cutting grass or moving large logs?
Yes, absolutely
Hi Carl, what can I do to protect leather boots such as these if my work involves a lot of puddles of nasty water mixed with cement and concrete sludge and mud. I do have a pair of PVC Wellingtons which I use when the puddles are extra deep and when I have to stand in them for a while, but I just do not enjoy wearing PVC Wellingtons all day for driving and stuff. So I'm thinking of getting something like the razorbacks but I worry that the cement might destroy the leather. I currently wear a slip on which is made of fake leather and is non welted. The waterproofness has already been compromised from being wet with cement and dried many many times. Will something like obenhaufs do the trick? Thanks
Obenaufs LP is great, but you may be best serves with something a bit more hardcore like Sno Seal. LP is really good, but I feel like its best in roughout since it gets under the nap of the fibers. Of course, it also depends on how often you reapply. Sno Seal is pretty tough stuff and I've used it on leather gloves with pretty good success.
@@CarlMurawski Thank you for your suggestion. Do you think that leather can take that kind of abuse (with proper cleaning and maintenance)? What would you choose if you were in my situation? Just found out that my fake leather slip ons already has a tear in the uppers and it hasn't even been a year yet.
Looking at some boots for casual wear and another pair for work. Really looking to replace my Irish Setter Marshall soft toe cowboy boots. I work in the fast food industry and am up on my feet up from 8 to sometimes 10 hours a day, would these be the right boot for that or would it be worth the money going for the Thorogood Moctoe or even the White's Perry Moctoe?
Is that Midnight Oil playing in the closing moments of this video?
Anyone know anything about the stockman boots by them I'm looking at getting some but there are like 0 reviews of them out there.
CARL! please help. i need a GOOD pair of STEEL TOE boots for a factory job. i only have $150 to spend. do you have any recommendations?
I'm not Carl, but here's a suggestion: www.amazon.com/KEEN-Utility-Milwaukee-6-Inch-Steel/dp/B007KA7D6W?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1
I'm shopping for boots that will last forever.. lol with my weight they will.
I'm South African.
So the issue is comfort? This is clearly visiting even by looking at these vs Caterpillars (which are currently on sale but still 3 - 6 hundred rand more than JG).
If this is the case I think I should go for them and get inners with 🤔, which they sell as well. Along with oil, and jts still cheaper than Caterpillars
The music at the end - is it Midnight Oil?
Do these run true to size??
Glad i found your channel! subbed! Question: i seriously wonder how these Jim Green compare to Thursday - Commander. is it worth spending more for Thursday Commander?
I think it depends how you'll wear them. The Jim Greens are probably tougher, but I'd bet they're somewhat bulky for casual wear.
When the Spring arrives again, I'm going to buy my first pair of non-winter boots. I'm in between the RW Iron Ranger and the Belstaff MARSHALL. I haven't really found many reviews on the Belstaff's, so I was wondering if you (or anyone of your viewers) have any experience with them. They look really good, but the 'Designer' mark on the website makes me a bit sceptical. Any help would be appreciated.
Love the videos!
Funny that you mentioned watch collecting. I’ve been considering a pair of Nick’s Boots but after hearing some of your thoughts, I’m wondering if sticking with my Zamberlans is best. I live in the North Carolina mountains where winters are harsh (heavy winds, lots of snow) and summers moderate (mid 70s most of the time). Perhaps a west coast boot isn’t the right choice.
Yeah, that really depends. The Nicks/Whites boots use thick leather, but leather isnt a great insulator. I've found past the socks I wear with those boots, they're not great in the cold. Zamberlain looks like a really interesting company, I need to check them out.
@@CarlMurawski The Zamberlans started as a search for a robust cold weather work boot that provided good ankle stability while on slopes. I’ve had them for two seasons and have been impressed overall. It took a month or two until they were completely broken in.
Did you find that they run bigger, smaller, or true to size?
Two things I’m curious on:
Your thoughts on the lighter brown color vs dark brown?
These as a hiking book and not just a work boot?
Thanks!
I have both, and I like the darker brown personally. It's just a little more subdued and doesnt look like a Timberland. As to your next question, you CAN hike in them but I wouldnt buy them specifically for that purpose. There isnt much side traction, and I think the Jim Green Monster is more suited to that role.
@@CarlMurawski thank you for the quick feedback. That makes sense and I appreciate it (as I do your channel)! I’ll take a look at the Monster.
In the "Cheap but Great Work boots" video you also mentioned Silverado Boots.
Anybody out there try those yet? They look pretty nice.
Yes indeed! Those are okay... but the one thing that bothers me is how far apart the eyelets are. They kind of put pressure on your foot in a weird way, and if they come unlaced they just open right up. I keep mine in my car in case I need a change of footwear.
@@CarlMurawski thanks for the heads-up!
A great review. Nothing theoretical, all practical.
Thank you! In theory these will last me a good many more years.... oops.
Now your 139 boots are 189 with the 50 dollar insoles
Thanks for getting in touch and interest in Jim Green Footwear, below clears up your concerns on the price jump. World wide products have just got more expensive too but we continue to offer the best boot in the market for the price.
Below is a few factors:
- We have had 2 wage increases since our first batch of boots arrived in the US
- The US Dollar has then depreciated by 20% to the South African Rand making exports more expensive
- The cost of shipping has tripled
- We have had raw material increases and also now using better quality leather more suitable for wet/snow conditions.
- We have also added in a new and improved insert/footbed into our boots (although still old stock in the US with the older option)
- and finally when we launched we had our boots priced at a special price, sort of a early bird special
All this being said if you can show us a boot that is like like more affordable than us we will match that price
@@JimGreenFootwearOfficialThank you for the explanation, most companies would have been opaque about their reasoning.
They are $200 now. Still a great boot though.
How do you compare them to the Silverado's??
How log did these take to break in?
Did you like the Silverado boot and how was sizing on it
Would these be a good everyday boot?
Just bought my first pair of Jim Green Tan Razorback boots and their version of the Chukka boots Chocolate.
How is it
@@Artemis-v8i had to return both pairs. Too tight. I don't blame Jim Green. My foot shape is awkward.Size 14 in some brands,in others 14.5 and 15 . My feet are extremely flat and my left foot has been broken 4 times and healed in bad I'm sure if I had normal feet or if Jim Green makes a size 15 wide. They'd fit just fine. There 14 isn't the American sized. I think we have bigger feet than any other country.
So glad I'm not the only one scuffing the heck out of the front of my boots 😅
Mine only lasted a year and they were covered in deep cuts and holes and the sole started coming off on one. Considering the punishment I gave them at work they are brilliant
Is that a sexy Casio Duro on your wrist?
That’s a bad coffee mug. Anyone know where to find one?
I think I left a link in the description bro!
@@CarlMurawski thanks i realized it in a later video. New watcher love the videos!
2yrs on, and my Jim Green boots get more comfortable with each wear.
Have you heard of the new brand QLTY work boots?
I haven't! Do they look any good?
@@CarlMurawski Do you like Moc Toes? Cause that's what they make. I think all Moc Toes look ugly.
Rose anvil has a great video deconstructing these boots
I’ve checked their website and Amazon both sites list these boots at $189.00 not $139.00
Yes, their prices have increased since this video.
I am still planning on purchasing a pair. I like the look and believe they are worth the cost.