Why the Best Moc Toe Is Grant Stone's Brass Boot (Grant Stone vs Red Wing)
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- Опубликовано: 7 авг 2024
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Grant Stone has made a name for themselves with their top notch smart casual and business casual boots, and they've finally ventured into the world of firmly casual footwear - with luxury touches, though. Indeed, the best way to describe the Brass Boot is as a "luxury work boot" because while the classic moc-and-wedge-sole design is firmly casual and reminiscent of classic mocs from Red Wing, the construction and leather are of a far higher quality than you're likely to find from any work boot.
00:00 Intro
00:44 The History of the Brass Boot
01:15 Grant Stone vs Red Wing
03:00 The Brass Boot's Build and Last
04:42 Brass Boot Leather (Saddle Tan)
07:20 Brass Boot Sole and Construction
08:58 Brass Boot Sizing
09:57 Brass Boot Price
11:08 Brass Boot Pros
11:52 Brass Boot Cons
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What size is your thorogood MOC toe size 11½?
it's a real shame you don't do as many deep dive reviews on individual boots anymore. some of those individual boot reviews are some of my favorite videos. I've always appreciated the level of detail that you have put into them! I work as a warehouse supervisor and I need a Soto and unfortunately having more than one motto just doesn't make sense for me right now but I absolutely love these boots.
Noted! Yeah eve I was surprised this got so long but I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Troy did the Beckett Simonon review last week though and he's got another Grant Stone Diesel coming out soon too!
Bro, individual boot reviews are the reason most of your viewers (including me) are still here. That’s the heart of your channel. Don’t abandon that.
yeah man. no one cares about that other hipster lifestyle crap haha
You along with Trenton and Heath got me interested in mens shoes and boots in the first place. Your boot reviews are the reason why I bought the shoes and boots that I now own. I can't believe you get more reviews on some niche market Japan jeans that are way too overpriced then your boot and jacket reviews.. I do enjoy your channel, please keep the boot and show reviews coming our way..
Thanks for the shout, Nick! Means a ton cuz you were a huge inspiration to me before I even started my channel. I’ve watched most of your videos at least twice! Haha…Anyways, great review as always 🙌🏽
I really like your individual boot reviews. That's what brought me to your channel over a year ago!
Couldnt agree more!
Individual boot reviews don't get you hits any more??? Seriously? Your channel is one of the reasons I have a boot collection now. I always value your opinions because you go in depth and spend some time wearing the boots.
If it wasn't going to be crazy expensive to import a pair of Grant Stones, I would definitely buy a pair.
Maybe they do this already but I wish Shoe/Boot Companies would put on their websites a printable copy of the insole of each size so we can have a better idea of the fit before ordering.
Thanks for the video Nick! As soon as you said Veg Tanned Leather I went straight to the computer and ordered a pair. Can't wait to get these on my feet! They will be my first Grant Stones!
More boot reviews! It’s why I keep coming back to your channel. This was great!
I just got this in saddle tan, as a job site visit boot (I’m a project manager) with the idea that once the wedge sole wears down, I will put a lug sole on them and retire them to motorcycle and hiking duty, with the worlds best patina. They are SO COMFORTABLE. And although I’m not a work boot style guy (I grew up in construction and it just seems weird) I do think they look cool out and about. Thanks for this review, it helped! These replaces my old ass iron rangers, and I’m not looking back.
Great video, Nick; very well execution on this one, especially, I'd have to say. My youtube player automatically started playing it and did not realize that its a new video until a few minutes passed by, so rewinded it from the beginning, LOL Anyways, Happy new year!
This”Old Timer” has had a lot of boots but I have been super impressed with my Grant Stones… I have a pair of the green Kudu boots and the construction and quality is awesome… For the money you spend, you are getting really exceptional quality… For $300 to $360 your getting a $500 to $600 boot… Nick you must be getting tired hauling that Filson duffle bag and Filson backpack all over town… LOL… Another great video Nick…!👍 Greg.. IN
Another fine video Nick. Congratulations on passing 50,000 subscribers. Hope all is well with you and wishing you a very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year…Ed
Ed F! Been a while, thanks so much for your congratulations! Such a longggg slog getting here!
I enjoy your individual boot reviews and hope you keep doing them.
Thanks! I've got a few coming up!
I literally searched for this boot and looked for a Stridewise review of it. MAN that #8 leather looks nice.
I just bought a pair of Brass Boots in Natural Chromexcel with a commando sole. They may be my perfect boots.
Quality control is perfect, and they are ridiculously comfortable.
Good stuff. I always like to hear your insight. I have the Red Wings and am trying to decide between the GS Diesel or the GS Brass.
Looks great!
Thanks for a great video! It is because of you that I know own 9 pairs of boots :) I love my black Grant Stone Brass Boots, but my favorite is the Grant Stone burgundy diesel boot.
Troy has a review of his Crimson Diesel coming out! Grant Stone are great. Can't wait to get back to NYC (I'm in London rn) to wear in my kangaroo Ottawas.
The burgundy kudu ones? I really want a pair but they are out of stock. :(
@@somerandomperson8282 hopefully they will get a restock. I LOVE the kudu leather, it is just so unique. I like it better than my CXL leather boots.
Now I want a pair. Thanks Nick! 😂
Was tempted by these but the moc doesn't go out far enough. It's like a dainty moc on top of a rugged boot
Thanks for the review. Love that leather! We’re you the same size as your Red Wing moc toes?
OH YESSSSSSSSSSSS fantastic pick for the BEST moctoe!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I own the brass boot it's great, But Nick's Boot Company has the best.
Those remind me of my Wolverine 1000 Mile moc toe and round toe boots in Essex Tan leather.
It is unfortunate that they do not seem to come in my size, 14D.
Hey Nick, how would you compare Santalum's Mile 85 to these? After watching your video on Santalum I'm seriously considering grabbing myself a pair.
Love your channel!
Great video! Now Now I also want a pair ;D Are these as heavy and combersome to wear as the 875’s?
The ones in black chrom look very good too!!
A review of the nicks moc toe would be cool as well
Nicks makes a very highend moctoe now that would be awesome to review/compare
The problem with the Grant Stone brass boots is that the moc stitching leaks water in like crazy. Just being in the rain for a couple minutes and your socks are wet. If you submerge them for longer than several seconds your feet are soaked.
True. I've noticed this. It does take a little bit to soak through the liner but will get your foot wet eventually.
That’s awful, if true. I thought the moc stitching was aesthetic, or a puckered stitch.
Yeah, that's why I got rid of mine. The one reason most people wear moc toe boots is also the one thing grant stone falls short on and charges almost $100 more than the red wing original.
Yeah, I was able to mitigate the issue by covering the stitches in a few layers of mink oil, but you really shouldn’t have to do that.
I miss your boot reviews
Yeah like I said I've kind of done all the boot reviews that get a good amount of views but sometimes inspiration hits :)
How is the grip of the sole though? Crepe/white wedge soles can get very slippery on just wet concrete or tiles.
Great video but shouldnt this also be compared to nicks new moctoe boot as well?
I wear my Thursday Diplomat to work at a warehouse. I spend about equal parts in an office and out in the warehouse. It's a workboot because I work in it.
It’s a casual boot that you work in. I can wear work boots casually but they’ll still be intended for work at heart.
My favorite boots, too.
I wear a lot of Trickers Stow in UK 10 or US 11, so should I be getting a US 10.5 here?
Nick，would you say they fit just about the same as the redwing 875 moc or they feel differemt in width？
Yes more work style boots plz, it's time for me to get another pair.
bro you should check nicks boots, idk why you talk about boot reviews and yet haven’t check one of them, the best moc toe i think is the Nicks one, hope to see some Nicks content from your channel to know your opinion, keep on with great work!
Ordered nicks 6 months ago … probably be waiting 3 more months… I’m gonna cancel the order after 7 months. Not worth the wait.
@@michaelc9896 damn bro, sorry to hear about that, really hope you get them, whites are a very good alternative in case you cancel it
To be honest they offered me a pair a couple years ago but I had to take a millino measurements of my foot and I couldn't be bothered lol but I sent them measurements a couple months ago and am hoping to get a pair fairly soon, but to Michael's point above, that wait...
Do you think they are better than the Whites moc toe?
Iphones are designed in CA and assembled in china yet people dont associate them with being cheap. These boots are gorgeous next on the list
Alden of Carmel has Alden Indy’s in natural cxl with wedge soles.
Nick, Weston Kay (Rose Anvil) believes Nicks Handmade Boots makes the best moc toe, for about $550.
Just ordered the field boot in dark burgundy kudu. Cannot wait
burgundy = cool
kudu = cool
burgundy kudu = FIRRRRE
THANK YOU!! I love these boots but 340 for a boot made in China irked me to no end. I just didn't know if they were going to be worth it or not. also are they paying their workers well? so many questions which you answered. thx!!!
hey video idea: have you done a video on boot fit? like take a pic of the footbed of some of your boots and tell us which one is perfect and why. thx again. great channel!! 👍👍
You will not regret getting a pair of Grantstone boots. I was skeptical of the made in china but that has no impact. Grantstone boots are extremely well made and I’ll put them up against my Red Wings, Wolverines, and Parkhurst boots. I like Grantstone boots so much I purchased three pairs in the last 30 days and will be getting a pair of these when they are available in my size. Cheers!
@@TLC2034 thanks for the reply! I think that clinches the deal👍👍
They do look like they are a work boot that requires a nice thick sock. I prefer medium/ standard socks with work boots. But if you work in the cold weather this may be a good boot to purchase.
Do you have a grant stone coupon code?
The white/cream crispy sole just don't age well imo.
Red Wings makes the Sawmill which is a MOC toe, but with a "logger" style sole instead.
Brass boot vs ottawa boot which wins? Love your content! One more question I have a lot of lace up more service boots iron rangers, 1000 mile, and captain but I’m looking for something different….should I get a moc toe, chelsea, or????
Moc.toes are addicting. The right pair feels like a sneaker
@@MrKinghuman so is that the direction you’d point? What’s your favorite pair? I’m looking to expand collection maybe try a different brand
Boots are so freaking addictive. I have a pair of these in black with the lug sole and I feel like they're different enough that I could still justify getting 1907 Red Wing mocs with the wedge.
@@Nick-ul2bp yes very addicting….so what would you suggest as a boot efficientato? Moc toe? Red wing or brass boot? Or? Chelsea it’s a hard decision!
The Ottawa is more suitable in the office or dressed up. The brass is probably more outside or on your feet because of the “Christy” wedge sole
My natural chrome xl brass boots are beasts. 2.5 lbs each and very stiff leather that hasn’t fully broken in after a dozen wears. In other words, you can work in them if you don’t mind marring the good leather. I’ll use for hiking and yard work and kicking around with the gf.
Looking at a pair of these in dark burgundy Kudu actually 🤔
I recently purchased two pairs of Grant Stone boots (Brass in Dune CXL and Diesel Jungle Kangaroo) due in large part to your channel. Have to say I owe you a debt of gratitude! These boots are amazing. I hope to pick up more as my finances allow. Thanks for the great content.
AWESOME, my favorite thing to hear is that i inspired someone to get Grant Stones, they're so good. Just bought a pair for my uncle last week!
Did you buy these for casual wear? And if you did, do you think they are more versatile than RW moc toe?
@@NogGonnaMakeItdid you even watch the video??
@@whereRbearsTeeth I don't need to watch any video to know you're fat
Do they feel as big, heavy and bulky as the red wing mocs? Is the fit and comfort better? I've tried to like the 875 just because I like the look but I don't like them at all.
Grow a pair kid
How is the break-period? My 1907s were miserable for a month before my heal stopped slipping and my toes stopped blistering.
Well it's veg tanned leather and solid lasting so you should probably expect a break in. I actually didn't have one but it seems like this was more by random chance than because of the materials!
what leather conditioner do you recommend for these boots, Would you still recommend cobblers choice on Badalassi vegetable tanned leather or will it darken to much
Saphir renovator, brick 4, should do good
Venetian shoe cream
Is the insole removable so I can replace it with a gel insole?
😂😂😂
now i need to have one lol!
My Brannock is 8.5/9, I wear 8s in Nikes and I ordered 7.5 for the brass boot. Wish me luck!
How did it work out with the sizing?
@@somerandomperson8282 haven’t received the boots yet!
@@user-hc5pi5zh5j oops! Please update when you do! :)
How was the sizing?
@@stephenbayley1441 felt quite large to be honest. Bought some cheap insoles and I only wear them with thick wool socks so its not bad. My foot was knocking around in them pretty bad initially though.
I learned a little something today, not about boots 😔 but I learned a little something
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What about Nick's?
Never any mention of the insoles? removable? not removable,? quality etc. Pretty important component.
Insoles aren't removable, they're made of veg tanned leather, I believe they also have a leather and cork midsole. Solid quality, as good as, if not better than the insoles on my Iron Rangers and definitely higher quality than my Thursday Captain insoles.
They look like the 8075 redwing exclusive Japan release
A little, yeah! So jealous of Japan's offerings...
So since you wear a 12 in sneakers and 11 in these do you also wear an 11 in something like Thursdays?
Dude I have no luck in Thursdays, sometimes I'm 11.5 and sometimes I'm 11! I'm 11.5 in Cavaliers and Diplomats and Duke, 11 in Captains and Presidents, I dunno man
Does the Brass Boot have a gusseted tongue?
Why do moc toe boots have to be compared all the time to work boots? They look good however you wear them?
Because they’re mainly used as work boots. Mocs definitely wouldn’t look good with a suit haha.
So size 11 fit good for you?
yup, with 11.5 brannock
Is CXL veg tanned?
yes and no, it's combination tanned so it gets veg tan and chrome tanned. best of both worlds!
Yes, in saddle tan, and possibly in bison
I'll buy a pair if it comes with soles in brown or black. To me, white soles is like a tire with white sidewall. I can't see myself wearing shoes in white soles.
That's fair! Just remember most of the Brass Boots actually come with a subtler lug sole you'd prefer.
Bonjour de France, pour ma part, les meilleurs boots américaines sont red wing iron ranger et les Alden indy ;)
Nick's Boots Moc Toe for the win, hands down
I really hope they dont up the price on those. Maybe i saw wrong but if not congratulate new on blue dial watch
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@@Stridewise looks great!
Great video, although you might've just convinced me to buy a pair, which is unfortunate for my wallet lol.
I wear and have been wearing my redwing 875 for the past 12 years for work. I am a full time carpenter and I get 8 months out of a pair
you don't resole them?
Grant Stone are clearly a very, very good company. Incredible bang for the buck. I really get the impression the moc toe stitching on the Brass Boot, and/or the last used, was intentionally designed to avoid comparisons to the Alden Indy, especially since Grant Stone themselves always get so many (usually favourable) comparisons to Alden. But, there's just something about the moc toe stitching on the Brass Boot that doesn't do it for me - it's just not as refined as the Indy, and not as rugged as a Red Wing or similar. I won't knock anyone who loves it, but it's just shy of perfection to me.
American made Alden > Chinese made Grant Stone… every IF the quality of construction is comparable
@@BC08 Well, that's a completely different conversation.
@@BC08anyone who is knowledgeable about these two brands will tell you that GS is actually a better made boot than Alden, price aside.
@@whereRbearsTeeth I think you’re missing the point of my comment
I want one everytime i see that filson journeyman.
They took it off the market!!!! Production is moving to Asia. Which isn't bad in and of itself I just hope the design doesn't change!
@@Stridewise , I saw that. Prices on ebay go through the roof. Folks are asking $5-600 for them now. Glad I was able to purchase a lightly used one for $250 about 6 months ago. All your fault. Thanks for spending my money :-)
you compare the two boots but never mention comfort. redwing mocs are not the most comfortable. what about the GS?
Aren't these made in China? What would a boot like this cost in USA? Would it be around same price?
$500-$600
how come you NEVER mention weight?
Cool. But everything has been sold out for months. I’ve been eying these and the diesel or edwards.
Just ordered the Edwards in loden suede!
@@timgeist1450 I’d love the wax tobacco . 9.5 / 10 e
@@stephenkeddy6849 Those are sharp too!
They're not sold out?
Even with the technically faux moc toe on Nick’s new moc toe boots I’d have to give the title of best to them. Pricier for sure, but a nice selection of non-work leather and can be had on a variety of soles and a more casual, lower heel. Plus you can have them built pretty much exactly like the builder pro and even like their fire boots.
C'mon what did that duffel bag ever do to you man
Now, I adore Nick to no end, but it’s just not true that the GS is better than the Red Wing. I’ve had both and the Red Wing is not only cheaper, but has a 5mm veg tan insole, and is a true moc toe that doesn’t leak water through the stitches. And Red Wing leather is bomb proof.
ok ok red wing is not a genuine hand sewn moc but i'll concede it's two pieces sewn together. and like, the brass boot has two layers of veg tan leather and red wing just one! and, i mean you can argue veg tan isn't inherently better than chrome but there's so much more work that goes into the badalassi leather. and the shank! but red wing's is more casual, lightweight, classic, better value, made in america, i get it. and i adore you too
Fair enough!
There is no doubt that the GS is objectively the better boot out of the two. I can’t see how anyone could understand the construction of these two boots and not think that the GS is superior.
@@whereRbearsTeeth How exactly “objectively” is the GS better? The leather is not objectively better; the insole is not objectively better; the outsole and midsole, heel counter and toe lining are not objectively better. So how, exactly, is GS superior? Because of the veg tan leather? Veg tan leather is not objectively better than chrome tan.
@@collectivismkills First of all, I own both and have put hundreds of miles on them. So, unlike many of the trolls on RUclips, I’m speaking from hands on experience. GS uses a veg tan leather midsole, while RW uses rubber. Leather is better than rubber.. surely you won’t deny that?? Secondly, GS uses thick full grain leather heel counters. RW uses leatherboard crap. Leather is better than leatherboard. Surely you won’t deny that? Third, the stitching, stitching density, and overall QC of the GS is leagues above RW. Finally, the badallasi veg tan leather is definitely a step up from RW’s oil tanned leather.
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Maybe Nick's is the best moc toe?
It's good but too pricy for the average dude and not as versatile, two factors important to me
I don't buy Chinese boots, they ruined my feet. it took me two years of watching these videos and going through about 8 boots to finally give up and figure out that this last might fit me best. I have a taller instep, the PNW boots are great but their last is made for children's feet and the breaking in period is torture. I'm in my boots 12 hours plus a day and average 15k steps, when I finally got these and put them on it felt like a revelation. They were snug but comfortable. The last felt it was designed around my foot. I might even be able to go a half size smaller and take an extra day or two of breaking in next time. I'm a 12 in sneakers, 11 on the PNW boots and got these at 11.5, they're absolutely stunning in person. I have them in black cxl with the heel. It was a big expense but I'd rather have one boot for 4 years than 8 in two years. I'm a big boy and annihilate shoes quick.
Nick's makes a sick moc toe haha
Nicks boots makes the BEST MOC TOE BOOT
Nick's Boots now has a moc toe boot that is better than the brass boot in every way but price. You should do a review.
If Grant Stone was a boxer he would be Floyd Mayweather. Pound for pound the best fighter out there.
Adding some decorative stitching to the top of a boot does not make it a moc toe.
"sort of like your first horse... or European girlfriend"
I miss you Katerina
You're getting Nick's quality for $300- $400...its a win-win. China makes excellent products when US companies dont force Chinese factories to cheap out. You guys in America are in for a rude awakening when the new Chinese EVs really start selling there.
What the hell was he doing across the street🤣🤣
These are definitely not a work boot. Sure, maybe in a office setting, but not in most settings you'd wear a work boot. Whether you're a construction foreman, and CNC machinist, a factory worker, logger, etc.
Tough to get over the China bit just me personally
A $340 MocToe Chinese boot is
Haha, handsome boots WILL result in a pinned European gf
I'm in London now so if you know anyone!