This is the best representation of the Red Wing cigar color online. After a ton of Google images and instagram searches, which depict the cigar color as a dark chocolate brown, I visited a Red Wing store to see these boots in person. I was also interested in the black cherry color, which the store didn't stock, but now I know what to expect if I decide to go with that colorway. Thanks!
Another great video. I love the history tidbits. Never owned a pair of Redwings but they look super high quality. Currently my fav is the Danner Mountain light mid.
I have both. In my opinion the Cigar ages better, developing a better patina, and as you say, is more interesting to look at. But...the colour of the Black Cherry is superb when new.
Just picked up a pair of Black Cherry Beckmans today. Normally would be in a 9.5 or 10 US, but the 9's were the best fit once I got my foot into the boot. Very difficult getting into these due to the gusseted tongue. Once in, completely different feel. Snug on width with nice toe room without any toe touching the top or front. Wore them around the house for past 8 hrs and ouch, the top around my lower leg is painful as well as a couple pressure points on the top of my feet under the lace area. Definitely going to need awhile for break in. I wouldn't recommend slapping these things on and setting about town for the first few times of wear. Love the look of them and can't wait to have them broken in! My employer subsidizes workboot purchases, (sshhhh! don't tell on me for these personal boots) of $100 plus Red Wing offers 10% discount to employees of my employer on top of that, so I walked away with a $350 pair of boots for $215!
Something is up with the colors. The 9016s are way darker in person. The 9016 in this video resembles the 9013 (chestnut) more. Maybe they changed the model colors for the fall line or something.
There seems to be quite a variation in colour in the cigar featherstone. Some are sort of orangey brown where others are chestnut brown. I have some of the lighter, orangey brown and they do get darker, just add some brown balm thinly until the desired could is attained.
I own two of these boots. I started my work life cutting trees and doing demolition work and am ending it behind a desk. I have always owned Red Wings after relying on them for so long. These are true Red Wing boots. They are narrow and very hard to brake in, but they are so well made you will never need another dress boot. Red Wing will resole them with no questions asked. One side note. I actually have seen people on resale sites actually selling their heritage boots used. Don't waste your money on Red Wing Heritage boots that have been broken in by someone else. Once broken in (which is hard with this boot) that's it. They are molded to that foot. Having broken in these boots twice I don't see how they would ever fit another person correctly.
I have never heard them called that until now but I couldn't agree more. when I'm traveling I only bring 2 shoes. over the years I have learned to pack light. whether I'm going for 2 weeks or 2 months I always leave with these on my feet. each new city I visit I walk a lot almost never take a cab.
I love your in depth reviews! Any chance you'll ever review the Red Wing Iron Rangers? I'm thinking of buying them this fall, but there are almost no reviews of them on youtube
Alexander Arduini Thanks very much for watching! I will consider picking some up for myself! I have a brother-in-law who loves his Rangers. They are a classic for sure.
They were discontinued but seem to be reintroduced now as the Wiliston never reached projected sales. I buy used from Ebay...definitely worth it, if you're careful
got my pair of 9016 really love them, but just realized that label stitched to the tong does not specified "IMPORTED SOLE" also the lay out about sizes is sideways, not downwards, know why? By the way love the video. i also own the 4522, love them too.
I love em'. They're built like tanks. I've also bought the blacksmith 2955's. Both pair are wearing well. They really make you stand out from the crowd. I too plan on buying the iron ranger. I may get the same color as you did. Thanks for asking.
mnoell35 Thanks for reply to me. I love my iron rangers and want to get a pair of Beckmans soon, not sure of the color yet but need to check out the Red Wing store...
how do you keep the yellow leather soles look prestine on the sides? is there a way because I really like the contrast look but I also know soles get dirty and worn?
Sort of confused, the description says cap toes but these are plain toes? Either way nice review, I own a pair of Wolverine 1000 Miles that use Horween Chromexcel leather. Leather soles. I plan on getting Beckmans or Iron rangers in the near future. I dig the lug soles these come with.
I have the 9011's and I'm having trouble with discoloration across the toe on both boots. I've only heard 1 other complaint about this. Anybody have experience with that?
I prefer the more natural look of Beckmann’s or iron rangers. But it has more to do with the way I would wear them. My personality is pretty natural and I guess less polished. I don’t have clothing that would suit the more polished appearance of the Beckmans hah.
These boots are outrageously priced at (MSRP) $350. I bought mine on clearance for $199. But they're not even worth that much. They're deceptively comfy for the first five days of wear. But become increasingly painful to wear afterwards. Even my knees hurt from wearing them now. It feels like the entire bottom is made of solid oak (even with gel insoles).
Beckmans are notorious for being a tough break in. if you had done any research, you would have known this beforehand. this doesn't really speak to the quality of the boot. Featherstone leather is a rigid leather. And the sole is also rigid. with regard to price, these are handmade boots that you got for the great deal of $199. Wear them around the house when you can and wear them for short errands during the initial break-in. You really should give them a chance. They're great boots.
This is the best representation of the Red Wing cigar color online. After a ton of Google images and instagram searches, which depict the cigar color as a dark chocolate brown, I visited a Red Wing store to see these boots in person. I was also interested in the black cherry color, which the store didn't stock, but now I know what to expect if I decide to go with that colorway. Thanks!
Just bought some brand new 9011s off ebay. They discontinued them in the US. Super hyped on my first pair of Goodyear welted boots.
Another great video. I love the history tidbits. Never owned a pair of Redwings but they look super high quality. Currently my fav is the Danner Mountain light mid.
I would love to get a pair of Mountain Lights! Thanks for watching.
I have both.
In my opinion the Cigar ages better, developing a better patina, and as you say, is more interesting to look at.
But...the colour of the Black Cherry is superb when new.
Just picked up a pair of Black Cherry Beckmans today. Normally would be in a 9.5 or 10 US, but the 9's were the best fit once I got my foot into the boot. Very difficult getting into these due to the gusseted tongue. Once in, completely different feel. Snug on width with nice toe room without any toe touching the top or front. Wore them around the house for past 8 hrs and ouch, the top around my lower leg is painful as well as a couple pressure points on the top of my feet under the lace area. Definitely going to need awhile for break in. I wouldn't recommend slapping these things on and setting about town for the first few times of wear. Love the look of them and can't wait to have them broken in! My employer subsidizes workboot purchases, (sshhhh! don't tell on me for these personal boots) of $100 plus Red Wing offers 10% discount to employees of my employer on top of that, so I walked away with a $350 pair of boots for $215!
I have the 9016, great boot and I expect it to last a lifetime.
Something is up with the colors. The 9016s are way darker in person. The 9016 in this video resembles the 9013 (chestnut) more. Maybe they changed the model colors for the fall line or something.
There seems to be quite a variation in colour in the cigar featherstone. Some are sort of orangey brown where others are chestnut brown. I have some of the lighter, orangey brown and they do get darker, just add some brown balm thinly until the desired could is attained.
I own two of these boots. I started my work life cutting trees and doing demolition work and am ending it behind a desk. I have always owned Red Wings after relying on them for so long. These are true Red Wing boots. They are narrow and very hard to brake in, but they are so well made you will never need another dress boot. Red Wing will resole them with no questions asked. One side note. I actually have seen people on resale sites actually selling their heritage boots used. Don't waste your money on Red Wing Heritage boots that have been broken in by someone else. Once broken in (which is hard with this boot) that's it. They are molded to that foot. Having broken in these boots twice I don't see how they would ever fit another person correctly.
I have never heard them called that until now but I couldn't agree more. when I'm traveling I only bring 2 shoes. over the years I have learned to pack light. whether I'm going for 2 weeks or 2 months I always leave with these on my feet. each new city I visit I walk a lot almost never take a cab.
Just got a pair of Black Cherry. I wouldn't call them borderline formal like you said. To me definitely a more casual / light work boot.
Like an industrial work boot look.
Marc Possoff they definitely are borderline formal if paired the right outfit. slim fit hudson jeans and a pea coat...im ready to go anywhere.
Great vid! Just bought the Beckman Cigars!
Thanks for watching!
How are they holding up
Just what i was looking for. Thanks
I love your in depth reviews! Any chance you'll ever review the Red Wing Iron Rangers? I'm thinking of buying them this fall, but there are almost no reviews of them on youtube
Alexander Arduini Thanks very much for watching! I will consider picking some up for myself! I have a brother-in-law who loves his Rangers. They are a classic for sure.
555 Gear, thanks for the review. Are you sure these are cigar? These look chestnut to me and I'm torn between cigar and chestnut
The label number he mentioned is cigar.
I would love to see a comparison about the 9013 and 9016 since those two are more alike.
Yeah, I'd love to compare those two as well as the 9022's. Great suggestion!
Are the Beckman’s being discontinued? Are pre-owned used Beckman’s worth buying? Thanks for the video !
Nordstrom rack had some new and factory seconds about a month ago. I ordered a pair of new ones for under 200 usd. Idk if they are still available.
They were discontinued but seem to be reintroduced now as the Wiliston never reached projected sales.
I buy used from Ebay...definitely worth it, if you're careful
got my pair of 9016 really love them, but just realized that label stitched to the tong does not specified "IMPORTED SOLE" also the lay out about sizes is sideways, not downwards, know why? By the way love the video. i also own the 4522, love them too.
l wanted the cigar Featherstone, but wasn't instock. l got the black cherry. she sized me for 12's. these boots will stomp,the shit out of anything!
mnoell35 I wanted to ask how do,you like your boots this far out? I just bough the iron rangers oxblood color and love them ...
I love em'. They're built like tanks. I've also bought the blacksmith 2955's. Both pair are wearing well. They really make you stand out from the crowd. I too plan on buying the iron ranger. I may get the same color as you did. Thanks for asking.
mnoell35 Thanks for reply to me. I love my iron rangers and want to get a pair of Beckmans soon, not sure of the color yet but need to check out the Red Wing store...
Just got a pair of brand new seconds for $180. So hyped to get them in the mail.
Great score man
I wish they never discontinued these boots
They have been reintroduced I hear.
@@monkeyface6139 really? they need to bring back the spitfire leather too
@@myvenusinuranus
I don't think the Williston model really took off. Hence the rethink.
hi the lighter boot in the video looks like the chestnut featherstone, i think the cigar is darker.
I wish they still made these
They’re coming back.
Great boots
I wear Naked & Famous Left Hand Twill jeans. Which color of Beckmans would work best with them?
wearing red wing is a great feeling ....
how do you keep the yellow leather soles look prestine on the sides? is there a way because I really like the contrast look but I also know soles get dirty and worn?
I'm deciding between these two colors right now.
Let me know what you pick!!
same here i think i might have to get both
Nice no BS video
Sort of confused, the description says cap toes but these are plain toes? Either way nice review, I own a pair of Wolverine 1000 Miles that use Horween Chromexcel leather. Leather soles. I plan on getting Beckmans or Iron rangers in the near future. I dig the lug soles these come with.
+Dan Goldsmith Thanks! They are plain toes. I think these would compliment your 1000 Miles nicely.
Excellent review!
Love the 9016! Kinda remind me of my Bean's engineer boot
Yeah, those Engineer boots are made in the USA by Chippewa, another great footwear company! Would love to get a pair of them.
Just one question, i have a size 8.5 in a Red Wing classic chukka, do i need a size 8 in these or even lower ?
i love my beckman. i got the black one though.
King of Boots
What are good boot stores.? I want to look and try on a couple before I purchase since most of these are over 200$+
Nordstrom is a good choice.
hey i want to purchase this boot pls....send me your online purchase link.......
I have the 9011's and I'm having trouble with discoloration across the toe on both boots. I've only heard 1 other complaint about this. Anybody have experience with that?
Just received mine in the mail and one toe seemed brighter than the other
I prefer the more natural look of Beckmann’s or iron rangers. But it has more to do with the way I would wear them. My personality is pretty natural and I guess less polished. I don’t have clothing that would suit the more polished appearance of the Beckmans hah.
Redwing boots are the best in the world! These are all I wear. Incredible boots!
Thanks
Thank you!
i want to resole my beckman is it possible to replace the sole with a heritage sole?
i mean can i replace it with a white sole? just like the irish setter's sole?
A good cobbler should be able to do that for you
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Fall is upon us...
time for another boot -related video ?
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+Finn Blu great idea!
Fancy boots!
They are!
Check out my latest Red Wing vid! ruclips.net/video/b3iSCRflwbA/видео.html
Me want !!!!
These boots are outrageously priced at (MSRP) $350. I bought mine on clearance for $199. But they're not even worth that much. They're deceptively comfy for the first five days of wear. But become increasingly painful to wear afterwards. Even my knees hurt from wearing them now. It feels like the entire bottom is made of solid oak (even with gel insoles).
Beckmans are notorious for being a tough break in. if you had done any research, you would have known this beforehand. this doesn't really speak to the quality of the boot. Featherstone leather is a rigid leather. And the sole is also rigid. with regard to price, these are handmade boots that you got for the great deal of $199. Wear them around the house when you can and wear them for short errands during the initial break-in. You really should give them a chance. They're great boots.
Maybe you should lose some wait fatso
Great boots.