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After 169 years are White's still the best boots made in the USA?
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- Опубликовано: 30 июл 2024
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:19 Boot info
0:26 What is this boot?
1:41 History of White’s
4:33 Leather info
7:13 What is a last?
9:07 Handwelting info
11:49 Cut in Half
13:33 Analysis
16:37 Are they worth $650
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Hey at least they stuck with the "spend a weeks pay" for a pair of boots pricing model 😂 joking aside these look magnificent, great job man can't wait to see what else you guys cook up
My Nick's and White's were "only" about a 1/3 of a week's wages for me. However, even at that it took me 3-4 years to finally order a pair after I heard about them... I kept thinking that it's a lot of money for boots! Now I have a pair of each with a pair of Nick's hiking boots on order. The price is soon forgotten but the quality lasts for years...
@@thecolonialcraftsman4014 yeah I was mostly just going for a bit of humor 😂 but hey whatever the price if they're worth it you can't argue, especially with how much work goes into them.. glad that you find them to your liking , I've had my builder pro's for a few years now and wish I had snagged them sooner myself
@@thecolonialcraftsman4014 heck, i can buy these with a days work, after taxes, and 650$ for boots is still a tough pill to swallow.
@@1hdoilfielddad244 man I need to quick construction and do whatever you do 😮
@@FgtRtd oilfield. at least youll have a job you can retire from and you probably get to sleep in the same bed every night. pros and cons to everything.
As a smokejumper I bought my White's smokejumper boots 50 years ago and paid $150 for them. Still have those most comfortable boots ever and well worth the money. Quality never grows tiresome.
Sick brag dog
I remember buying my first pair of 12” Nick’s Hot Shots in 1988 almost 20 later they had worn into racing slicks and the shafts were so rotten, they told me they couldn’t rebuild them. Enter the 2 pair. That pair were Lineman’s.
I really hope they keep doing it this way. But the fact they are owned by a massive buying group will someday see one dickhead on the board say "let's cut costs & use machines to make them instead and keep charging the same price" I really really hope that doesn't happen like it has to almost all boot makers the world over.
They already do that on their lower end boots. The uppers on some of them are being made in the Dominican Republic.
I had a really bad experience with them rebuilding a pair of boots years ago, I had to send them back a second time and they were still unwearable and they said they would charge for another rebuild. As far as I am concerned it was the end of the real White's when the company got sold, now it's just investors running the brand into the ground as a #heritage #menswear cash grab for the Huckberry crowd.
Stop lying, the uppers are not made in Dominican Republic. The “lower end” Whites Boots have a good year welt construction instead of handsewn stitchdown which is the reason they’re cheaper.
@@googeluser7098 the uppers for the lower tier Goodyear welted White's are made in the Dominican Republic. White's have confirmed this themselves.
@@JustBenInLA You sure you're talking about the same brand (White's)?
As much as I hate to see so many nice boots cut in half I have to think that the sales of these boots have seen a massive increase thanks to this channel. I've become a lot more obsessed with boots since finding this channel and seeing what goes into them is fascinating to me.
I’m a welder, ranch hand, seasonal wildland firefighter and retired Army Infantryman. I’ve worn a lot of different boots and Whites are hands down the best boots I’ve ever put on my feet. Great video!
Fellow infantryman... you know how boots are important.
Appreciate your service and your work ethic!
what fucking year bro?… 1940?
@@infitada I don’t understand your question. If you’re asking how old I am, I was born in the early 80s my friend.
You forgot Brain Surgeon and Walmart Greeter
My father worked as a forester. He only ever had two pairs of boots, both Whites Smokejumpers. he got hit first pair in the 60's and wore them daily for over 40 years. If that does not speak to the quality of the boot nothing ever will. BTW I got his first pair as a hand-me-down and wore them until my feet grew out of them.
Dang he wore the same pair the entire time?
@@fishkluch yes, and was in the field 90% of that time. he had them resoled once I believe.
That is truly incredible
This is why selling quality leads to eventual bankruptcy. A business can't survive if it's product is purchased once every 40 years. Buy a quality boot every year even if you don't need them or suffer with mass production from overseas.
I get the durability argument, as I'm in construction. The thing I can't get over though, is comfort, fatigue induced on the wearer, and just how hard these type of boots are on your feet. Then there's the weight. The military has done studies on the effect of weight on your feet, and 1# on your foot is equal to 7# on your back. So just wearing boots this heavy will by default cause much more fatigue over a day wearing them, and they're hard on your feet/not very comfortable (to me anyway). So yeah, I stick with heavier duty hiking types, Asolo, Salomon, etc. So much more comfortable, more dexterity, less fatigue, and far less expensive. I try to understand why people go nuts over these boots, but other than just the craftsmanship (which is impressive), and durability, I don't really get it.
Just look how little insole there is covering those clench nails... hell no. Those are hot spots, pressure points no matter what socks you wear.
You caught Mine attention with this one, Weston... i had no idea White's does that with their stitching.
This is the type of stuff that keeps Me in the PNW BootsGame.
Awesome Content!
Awesome Boots!!
Awesome Channel!!!
Thank You!
Yeah same I thought for the longest time they were just normal stitchdown boots
@@RoseAnvil This last has a very shallow toe box. Not much room for your toes !
@@RoseAnvil wonder if Nicks, Franks or JK do this with their boots as well?
Your videos are not only educational, but they bring to light the truth about what we are getting our feet in to. I will always look for your reviews before making shoe purchases. Thank you.
Check out the 30 min dive on how and why I designed this boot to be the most versatile boot in whole wide 🌎 on the Rose Anvil 2 channel here! ruclips.net/video/uGP1_dVDAZw/видео.html
Wish I could’ve gotten a pair… just don’t have the most net at the moment man… have my ND1s though and still love them!
wow nice boots $650 to work !! No thanks it hurts watching cut threw a great pair great boots !!!!!
Hi Weston.
is this a pair of boots that could last a lifetime if looked after like getting resoled at whites store because that beautiful red dog leather looks really tough and to hard to wear down naturally?
I felt a little sick to see you cutting into the Boots after seeing those guys working on them,I bet their hands are as tough as their leather 😥 but the are worth the effort and keeping the way of making boots alive 🙂👍🏻✌🏻🇬🇧❤️☕
Please cut a pair of Truman Boots in half! 🙏🏼
@@johnversluis3084 If you can still find a cobbler, they can be repaired a grip of times. Theyll last longer than any other boot that way by 10 fold.
🚨The Drifter Boot is LIVE Only 200 Pairs!!!! shop.whitesboots.com/collaborations/rose-anvil-x-whites-drifter-boot/
My White's Smoke Jumpers have been my every day wear for a few years now. Super comfy once broken in. I wear them like shoes and they feel just as light after wearing for so long.
Don't they get hot in the summer?
@@SplitHairz A lil warm, but doesn't bother too much. Thin socks in summer, nice wool ones in winter.
I have two questions if I got a pair will they be too hot to wear in North Florida and are they tough because I've never wore a boot that lasted more than 2 years ?
@@rdf4315 They've lasted me for a good while. Few years and haven't had any trouble with wear. I don't know about Florida, as I haven't been anywhere with comparable humidity.
When I worked for the USFS in East Oregon high desert, I wore my SJ's in 115 degree summers, even on fires in that heat. I would also jog in them after a full day working in the forest. Best pair of footeare I've ever owned in 65 years.
I owned a pair while in the Marine Corps. I remember wearing them on a 20 mile hike with packs and gear, and though my feet were sore I had no blisters at all while many other Marines had blisters and a few lost their entire heel pad (one huge blister). My take away was that no matter the boot it must fit properly, and secondly that the White's with it's excellent support and fit was an outstanding boot.
which one? legacy / fire / smokejumper?
@@patrickhan1710 I had the Smokejumper.
I just want to congratulate you for your videos that are very interesting and you teach us more every day about the history of shoes, boots, and sneakers shoes, my respects and my best wishes from Reynosa Tamauli-paz Mex 🇲🇽
this was the first of your videos i couldn't watch all the way through Weston... I tapped out after 11 minutes. You had just explained the beauty and history of White's so well, I couldn't bear to see you cut the boots up!
These are definitely on my "Grail boots" list now.
You better get a pair quick then, only 200 are being made, and they are almost out of spots.
Here's the link before it's too late shop.whitesboots.com/collaborations/rose-anvil-x-whites-drifter-boot/
Well, now we need a head-to-head between Nick's and White's and maybe one of the other brands, I like Wesco's 'cause they are the only one that provide inside leather lining from the start... There can be only one!
I’ll definitely do it one day! They all build boots basically the same way on the same lasts with minor differences like the extra stitched welt on this whites boots that I don’t think any of the other brands do
@@RoseAnvil Viberg does the same thing.
I have 2prs wesco, their quality went down the toilet. I'm getting fitted for either Nick's or JK. (I wear corks). I might have to look into these.
@@johnvelas70 no way. What issues? I have had mr lou for 4 yrs and they are still in great shape. I am sure if you email Chris Warren he would take care of you
@@MattieXMoto ha time for bed, but to answer you I sent 1 pr in for a resole they sent them back in vibram not corks & the other pair the gusset came back unsewn to the vamp. Mine are 12 years old, resoled 2x and rebuilt once.
I was only passingly familiar with the Whites brand but was surprised to learn that one of the family members lived in the Shenendoah Valley, where I live. I now am very set on one day owning a pair of these boots. It would be really cool to walk around the home of the founder in a pair of boots his family had a hand in crafting.
As someone born and raised in Spokane, these boots are criminally underrated. I have weird shaped feet and no boot I’ve ever found has been comfortable for me to work in. I was suggested a pair of whites by an old construction general. I’m glad he did that. These are the only boots I’ll ever wear and I wish more people knew about this gem of our city.
Try Frank's boots most of whites work force left the company when they sold out and formed Frank's and they are still in spokane
Love your content. Just found you last year. I'm 73 so no need now for long lasting boots but I wish I had your knowledge at my fingertips 60yrs ago. would have made my working life so much better. Good luck to you.
I would really like a spreadsheet with all of the details from your reviews! I came across you less than a week ago and I've watched a lot of your videos. Well done!
Was gifted a pre-owned pair of these when I got my licensure with EMS, wore them on ambulance calls through the pandemic. Still have them, probably the best boots I've ever had.
I could see where a virus would put a pair of boots to the test.
I was in line construction for 43 years. I've worn White's and Norco's. Whites are incredible, but I always found Norco's more comfortable and durable for climbing. Thanks for your work. I really appreciate your takes. Cheers.
Great review. I have a pair of 20+ year old Smoke Jumper boots I special ordered in brown when, at the time, you could only get them in black, and I am still trying to wear them out. I also have a pair of their new Chore boot. They are lighter weight, but still a terrific choice for day to day work on multiple surfaces.
Am I a fan? Absolutely!! Best boot made in the US of A!!
I'm impressed with the construction. I made boots at the old Kaufman Footwear plant in Kitchener Ontario Canada, that made the old Canadian made Sorels that were good. But this boot is impressive. We did have our high end hunting boots that would be comparable in ways, but the stitching all done by hand and the materials are obviously high end and amazingly put together. I've been out of the boot trade since the 90's but still remember it well, and I'd buy a pair of these for sure. Great video outlining some very hard work and construction. I didn't know they were made in Spokane and it doesn't surprise me, as I seem to get along with lots of people in Spokane. They're a very industrial community, from my experience of driving truck now thru there. My favorite guys to help me with breakdowns on my truck are in Spokane, WA as well. From my experience they're a good hard working city, so hats off to them from me! Industries in North America have mostly closed up and moved oversea's but it's good to see some of the iconic products still hanging in there. I still try and buy Canadian and American if at all possible, so this product is strongly noted in my mind from now on.
I have been wearing my 2 pair of smoke jumpers for well over 10 years. They go back to get new soles or rebuilt annually, they are the only thing that I put on my feet (Except house slippers).
I am a bit interested in this new dress boot.
Keep up the great work at White's
Thank you
God bless America
Jake Hanks
You nailed this design. The 10" is perfect...I bought a pair.
I graduated from high school in 1966 and got a summer job with the US Forest Service on the East slope of the Cascade Mountains in Washington State. My boots were some version of Red Wings which served me well but I soon learned that everyone who took the job seriously eventually got measured for White's in Spokane. I went with Danner's but White's were the Holy Grail.
Alright you got me with this one. I passed on the last two collabs but I had to grab a pair of these. These look great and I love the knife pocket.
What’s even more interesting to me is that they still use a holdfast method as opposed to the gemming. I bought a pair of the MP Sherman’s and was really excited about this when I found out they were constructed like this
I am researching Whites as I want a pair of MP. Today they are $700.00
So you like them?
What sole did you get?
Half lug or the flat one?
@@user-sh2mk8ew4c I got the MP Sherman plain toe half lug in natural chromexcel. To be honest I haven’t gotten an opportunity to break em in but I love the way they look out of the box though lol for the longest I coveted the Beckmans by redwing but they were discontinued before I could build up the capital to buy some. Long story short I found these, in which I found a new obsession, and when I finally had the money I bought em. Thank God I waited as I like the style and construction on these a lot better. I would say they do run a little slim so I would suggest getting them a little wide or doing some exact measurements with whites. As for comfort, again, haven’t had much opportunity to wear them, but they are a typical heritage boot, and they wear like one, so I can’t imagine there being any pleasant break in with these lol although chromexcel is more pliable than veg tan, so I don’t the the upper will be as harsh to break in as opposed to the sole itself. All in all I don’t care what the break in feels like. I’m happy with my eye candy lol
Whites are by far one of the most difficult boots to break in, but, now I see why it is so awesome to have a pair of these and break them in. I would love to see a boot breakdown of the Drews Boots Wildland Firefighter. I've heard, the Drews Boots are on par with the Nicks and the Whites, maybe even a little better? It would be cool to see a cross section of the Drews Boots.
Incredible. Thank you, and all the people at Whites for their dedication.
Bro ive had a pair of Whites for almost two years and i bought them before i ever saw this video, i feel like ive been wearing a piece of art on my feet this whole time and now i feel like i have to take care of them better. great video.
My dad was a heavy duty Diesel mechanic and wore White's boots. His feet were 13AAA, but White had a last for them. He had two pair and would switch off from one week to the next. I seem to remember him having them rebuilt a couple times for each pair, until there was no longer enough material to sew on new soles.
I've watched your videos since I've been working from home and it is because of your reputation and honesty, I just ordered a pair of these boots, sight unseen, and without trying them on, and at this price. You look to be honest and reputable and if you say these are best boots made here, then I just plunked down my money for 'em. Feel free to call or reach out. Thanks for what you do to make sure we don't waste $$ on crappy boots. This will be the most expensive clothing item I've ever bought in my life haha
I have nicks, pretty much the same thing... and they are nowhere near as comfortable as $100 timberlands bought on sale with all the foam in the sole. I've almost had them for a year now and wear them for everything besides why I initially bought them, for work. If you're working on concrete, these boots aren't it. It almost feels like you're wearing wooden shoes, they're that stiff and I've had them for almost a year.. They'll last you a long time though.
Why? I'm not paying that much for boots unless I have them sized to my foot. To each his own though.
Thanks for cutting your pair to show us what's going on inside the boot. Wish I could afford these cuz they're worth every cent for the amount of effort put into them.
Great vid! I love my White's smoke jumpers (custom built in brown leather). When I rebuild next, I might consider the thinner sole like your colab boot. Truth be told, I will probably go to Nick's when it is time for a rebuild. Frankly, I just feel I am treated better in their showroom(local to the Spokane area).
I have owned a few pair of their smoke jumpers and I still occasionally wear my old packers. They literally look better now than when I bought them 15 years ago.
Very nice boots.
Great video Weston! Can’t believe you went through the whole video without mentioning Nick’s once.
Yeah I found that odd too considering his last two collaborations were with Nick’s. Although his opinion is these are the best handmade boots in the USA, I still don’t think they would compare to a custom Made to Measure Nick’s boot with comparable construction, to a more generic fitting boot. Just my opinion. And yes, I own all the three big PNW brands and I’m not a fanboy of any.
I got my smokejumpers in 2010, so far only had one rebuild on the soles. Best boots I’ve ever bought. They are worth the price tag
So glad you reviewed these boots. Three pairs so far here in NZ and they hold up very well. Worth the money and shipping to NZ, It is $$$, but for what we have here it's worth it.
Regarding a Pacific Northwest boot company I’d love to see you tackle JK’s new 300 line. It’s their new budget line that’s about 30% cheaper than the mainline. Would be great to see you take a deep dive into where they cut costs in the construction.
Same
Isn’t JK out of Arizona? Not PNW?
@@TheCelticHitman They have a few stores, one in Arizona, but are made in Spokane Washington.
They actually put a video on their own channel of exactly this. Cutting the 300 boot in half and explaining how it was made. ruclips.net/video/xdFmqnU4ViU/видео.html
@@gooserex6569 JK Boots gave me hands down the absolute worst customer service experience I have ever had with any company.
2005 I was by chance at a lumber yard across the street from Whites factory/showroom in Spokane. It was a very nice set up and they have quite a variety of choices with windows looking into the factory. If you get a chance....check it out!
Looking forward to seeing these in a different color / options. I ordered a pair of the Wickett & Craig x Nick's double stuffed boots and looking to pick up a pair of Whites. I'd order these now but I'm just not a fan of the color. Great video representing the work and craftsmanship that goes into these boots.
They look great man. That welt looks awesome. I genuinely considered getting a pair but these days I just don't do anything heavy duty enough. But one day I absolutely must have a pair with a knife pocket lol
Seeing how they make their boots is inspirational. I love my Perry boots. And now I want to order another pair of White's.
Agreed that whole lineage of pnw boot brands are a hidden gem of American craftsmanship
@@RoseAnvil from when Made in America meant something. It's like a look back in time to American quality. What was.
It was harder to see these "living" boots cut than the historic pairs.
Also, I will definitely be using the phrase "a diminishing return is still a return".
Bought my first pair of White's 8" smokejumpers in 1982, they've been rebuilt 5 times and I still have them. Favorite boots. My 2nd pair were 10" smokejumpers, 1990. Wish I would've gone with the 8" again. But theyve been rebuilt 3 times, still wearingvthose to. My last pair I bought in 2016, 6" hikers, time to be rebuilt
Excellent video. At some point I would love to see more hunting boot reviews. Especially the Kenetrek Mountain Extreme boots. Thanks for you time.
I have owned 16 pairs of White's Boots. My favorites are the 12" Elk Smoke Jumpers and my newest are the Red Dog with honey Vibram soles in a 10" lace up. Yeah, some are barley broken in, and some are never gonna be, but I will never stop wearing them. They are a joy to own!
$650 sounds like a lot for a pair of boots, but after your excellent and highly detailed analysis, they look totally worth it. The most expensive shoes I ever bought were Allen Edmonds. They’ve cut corners over the years while upping the price. We’re talking $300+ for a dress show if you pay retail. With these boots, you’re talking much more leather and hand crafting. Like I said: the White’s appear to be worth every penny!
Love the channel by the way! Cheers!
Agreed, their prices appear pretty steep. I'm wondering how many hard-hat workers are actually purchasing/wearing these
@@jicalzad None is my guess.
I have own numerous pair of White boots and one pair is over 30 plus years old in my collection of White work boots. Stop at the factory 3 weeks ago and was told White is 8 months I’d I wanted a custom pair of boots made . White is back log. Like I have said been wearing White’s for over thirty years and I love them. No issues at all. Thanks!
7:40 Honestly those guys making White Boots look like Viking blacksmiths making swords. That looks like a tough job, and you can only get huge arms over time doing it. Also, the Predator handshake is a classic and comedy gold. Great video.
I just gotta say, I have size 16 shoes, and it is amazing to see companies actually make my size! Even if it is just a one off.
Do they charge more since it takes so much more leather?
@@F0XD1E no
Size 16 are tiny feet if your shaq
Shaq up in here ordering some drifter? 😉
@@RoseAnvil I did buy a pair. This is the first time I have been able to buy a boot of any kind of high quality. Custom shoe size makers have waiting lists in the years.
i used to think 300$ was expensive for a boot. Now after watching these videos i know $300 is expensive for the value of what you get. That's why i'm now in the market for a dam near $700.00 boot with tax added, because they are a better value than the $300 boots.
Red wing 875's are a great deal for a $300 boot, if you like moc toes
Been watching your reviews. Maybe a little late but, been on the lookout for a new boot, saw the review of the Jim Green African Ranger and got a pair (thanks honey) for my BD. Very good boot for a good price, took about 4 days to arrive, may take while to break in. Got some trips planned, let you know in about 6 months. Thanks for the tip and keep rip'em .
Super nice ! As an youngster in Tillamook, Oregon in the 80's . Whites were the boots Loggers had or talked about .
Damn I wasn't prepared to see such a damn fine boot autopsy... It's a piece of art, almost like watchin a prewar Martin D cut in half or a 1954 Fender Tele "no caster, Squier or Broadcaster" cut in half...
I had a pare of Whites smoke jumpers for 5 years. They are some tough boots. Took me 4 months to break them in. ResoIed them 3 times. I hated the Arch-ease heels. Sold the boots for $100. Now I wear comfortable light weight hiking boots with no heels.
I was a wildland firefighter in Oregon when I was 18 in 2000. Every firefighter or logger who invested a decent amount of money on their boots had Whites. I had to settle for Wescos because it was a 3-hour drive to the valley to get the Whites custom made to my foot. But I do remember they cost about $350 then. Not a week's pay but damn expensive. I can't believe what they cost now!
Price and lead time seem very reasonable for that type of constructed boot. The leather working inside is exceptional.
Also, the White’s Millwood is hands down the best wedge sole work boot I own and I only payed $250 for it during one of their sales. Every single aspect of the boot is elevated over other brands in that price point and higher.
Their customer service department is outstanding too.
That is a good point on the Millwood, or as I like to call them the less ugly Perry which is their moc toe version.
My first and only pair of White's are the Perrys in Red Dog leather. Great boots! If these cheapest of White's are any indication of quality, these boots in this video are sure to be excellent. The Red Dog leather has held up well for nearly 2 years. The boots are very comfortable. I am quite happy with my White's boots. I did note that you didn't mention Nicks even once, nor show a photo of Nicks when you were comparing the White's to other high end boots. Falling out with Nicks??? Thanks for this review video.
This is exactly what I noticed. And just recently there was the Nicks-RA collaboration. I think it is time for a non-sponsored head-to-head comparison between Nicks and Whit's, but I am starting to wonder if this should be done by Rose Anvil, since Weston is now completely part of the industry establishment; the voice of the boot makers' marketing departments, if you will. :)
I shed a tear when you cut that boot in half, I wish I could afford a pair of these boots!
They look awesome. Wish I could afford a pair right now. Hope you make more 😎
Beautiful!! The shape is great! I'm curious about the Hathorn boot makers in Spokane. Were they "discount" Whites? Very little history on them.
I believe hawthorns were whites budget line
@@RoseAnvil this is correct. Hawthorn is a budget White.
As a former hockey player, I can appreciate the quality of great footwear.
Several years back, I needed new skates. Tried on a pair of Bauer Vapors. I was shocked at the 950.00 price tag. What was more shocking was.... Made in China. Keep up the great work guys also please keep in the USA !!! I wear red wings. However, after watching your video, I will definitely look into your boots. No, I didn't buy the communist skate.
I've worn White's Smokejumpers for 15 years ( 1'st pair rebuilt 4x's), nothing is more comfortable on my foot!
Great vid, great job explaining that welt. Now I see that Whites are expensive because they are a step up from most boot companies, I’ve seen a video of Viberg being made and they use more machines than Red Wing for an $800 boot. Crazy.
Already bought the ND1s or I would’ve bought these 😭
I couldn't get the ND1's, I didn't know the channel, so I saved since those released 😂😂
The ND3s should release next year!
So they claim to be an American company but are owned by an overseas conglomerate. Say no more.
Right. LOL. If I knew they were Asian owned, I wouldn't have bought them. I wonder if Nick's are US owned.
@@littlejackalo5326 Nicks still is. Their owner/CEO is in one of their posts for a tribute boot for his grandad.
I get where you’re coming from. In my eyes it shouldn’t take away from the guys that actually run whites and all the guys that make the boots by hand in the US.
Yes Nicks as far as I know is still privately owned by some really awesome dudes!
I get where you’re coming from. In my eyes it shouldn’t take away from the guys that actually run whites and all the guys that make the boots by hand in the US.
Yes Nicks as far as I know is still privately owned by some really awesome dudes!
Thank you I would have been a little more than bothered if I'd bought a pair and found out later ....and I almost did
I ordered a pair from White's (not this model.) I was concerned when they told me that I needed to order one size smaller. I need a wide toe box, but decided to try them, after listening to their "sizing" explanation. The toe box was fine, but the boots were so tight around the mid-foot that I knew there was no stretching that would ever fix the problem. I was very impressed with the quality of the boot, but I had to return them.
'Bout DAMN TIME you looked at Whites! Ever since you did your 1st Nick's review, I've wanted to donate my White's Smoke Jumpers (vintage 2002, my1st pair EVER; wore them for almost 15 yrs with 4 rebuilds). Still happy to donate them to the cause of cutting shoes in half. Nick's gave me a terrible fitting experience. Did the at home measure, mail-order correspondence and got a size too big and too wide. White's will always be my choice (even though I have to travel 10hrs to get to my favorite boot fitter)
I have had 2 pair of Whites smoke jumpers throughout my life , did everything in them ! I Love these Boots Lost first pair from theft ! Had to buy another pair , rebuildable for your lifetime !
The cutting of those marvelous boots made me shed a tear
I'm a retired soldier and I've worn a ridiculous array of boots over the years. In recent years I've been buying Viktos boots and I'm really impressed at the quality and comfort for the money. Can you do a review of Viktos boots?
After realizing THESE are the boots I've been looking for, it was rough watching you cut em up.
I currently own two pairs of White’s, the Perry Moc Toe and the Hillyard. I gotta say the Perry’s are the most comfortable boots I’ve ever owned and the hill yards are great working boots. For $300 for either pair they are an excellent deal in my opinion but I’d love to see the Hillyards cut in half to see what’s inside!
Didn't know White's had a boot named "Hillyard." I grew up in the Hillyard section of Spokane. Near where Nick's old location is at.
One review I saw was that Nick's edges them out when it comes to firefighting (sole heat resistance). That aside, they are some of the best boots ever.
I have a pair of the sawyer steel toe boots they have and they were definitely a beast to break in but now they are extremely comfortable
I wish I could afford a pair of your collaboration drifter boots , but at least I do have two pairs of Whites boots . And they are great . Thanks for the good content once again .
Been wearing whites for 40 yrs....surprised u didn't mention the weight...circumstances dictate if being that heavy is a negative or positive...really great video.
I love whites boots even more now. Best quality boot on the market hands down
I've been wearing White's for over 10 years doing road construction. These are my daily driver and have done the smoke jumper and am now in the packer. I love these boots. The only reason I have them rebuilt is that the sole wears out on me. They last longer than any other pair that I have seen and at the point, you send them for a rebuild they cost the same.
Today was day 1 on site for my RA Drifters. Nice day.
These a super nice. The pockets are super inspired.
I worked in the Montana woods for many years and Westco Jobmasters were always my first choice.
Looks Nice my friend, Been catching up on your videos. Going to order some White's for Christmas. - Tod from Cocoa Beach
I got my custom made whites for $642. They are best boots that I have ever owned. I highly recommend them.
@RoseAnvil - I love my smokejumpers and also my Nick's patrol boots..
BUT! Here's a tip from a professional woodworker for you when using that band saw::
That blade is pulling your cut down to the table, so what ever part of the boot is being cut, it's best you keep that part resting flat.
There's a danger that overhanging/unsupported parts will catch traction and suddenly be pulled to the table.
When that happens, things can shift, the blade can bind, and I'd hate anything to get hurt in the process.
Long-time watcher, thanks for your dedication to showing how epic old-school craft is :]
Got some Whites last year and I love them.
Old world level craftsmanship above all !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh thank God. I was worried you were gonna cut through the well worn ones. But still painful. Appreciate the sacrifice!
I've had my smokejumpers for 18 years. Fought a lot of fires wearing them and they are great for upland game hunting as well. Money well spent.
Where do you go to order them can you get them off Amazon or ebay or do you have to go to their website ?
@@rdf4315 I had mine fitted for me in the early 2000s. Had them rebuilt twice. I would probably recommend going in to a store and get fitted. Break in is kinda painful. We called our scars on the top of our feet "white bite". After you break them in, there's no better boot. Just don't break them in during fire season.
@@ivanrodriguez8966 do you have to go to a store to get fitted first or can you just order them ?
I purchased the farmer/rancher model in red dog with nylon laces. It’s the same boot. Same last, leather, heel, height. It’s sweet.
They are the best boots I have ever had I logged in the late 80's early 90's n swore by them used them for hiking n everything
You should check out JK boots, also made in Spokane. I'd be real interested to see how their new 300 series holds up, though I wear my $95 Rock Roosters and $380 work boots are a bit out of my price range. Could compare them to something like White's Chore Boot, at about the same price.
These look fantastic, and probably function even moreso. Will you ever be releasing some of these Drifter boots in a black leather? I'd love a pair in black!
Amazing boots and video
I have never had a break in time my Whites, comfortable as soon as I put them on. I have had three pairs in 30 years of construction trade and the only footwear I own.
I have some Perry's being made in red dog. It looks a lot better here than on their website, I'm glad I chose that leather.
I love my Smokejumpers! Wish I would have gotten a pair sooner.