YeH don’t feel too bad. He has a very specific taste. Honestly I think his taste in boot styles is horrible. They may be high quality, but unless you’re working in construction, they ugly af 😂
Confessions of a middle aged woman: just turned 50 and instead of dying my hair purple(I’m a hair stylist that’s too cliche) I bought a pair of these boots in white. To my surprise I was able to work in them all day no problem. One of my only pairs of docs that didn’t require break in, everyone’s feet are different so I think I just got lucky. My husband hates them but I think he’d hate purple hair more. 😂😂😂😂😂
mine were broken in after only a day of wear so pretty similar to your experience i suppose :)) love my jadons & they’ve been going strong for over two years now! i find them way comfier than my made in england 1460s as well
They just wear out super quickkk and then aren’t as comfortable. The foam in them super comfortable, but wears out quick and unevenly. Once they wear out, they aren’t as supportive and put stress on your ligaments and muscles.
YES PLEASE do a women's boot series! I work in the ag industry and I'm hiking or standing in the lab all day- my work boots seem to be much lower quality than the men I work with, or maybe I'm just cheap haha, I'd love to find out! Also, that's such a sweet pretty kitty!!! Lots of interesting info too haha, great stuff.
One of my friends is a boot snob, and she's had some trouble finding some work boots that go down to her size. But she does get very expensive high quality boots
Recently got a pair of these in white, honestly the break in was (and still is) pretty much nothing for me, no blisters, no discomfort nothing! Didn’t even have to oil or condition but I still put some mink oil on them. My fave pair of boots style wise!
For anyone who’s worried about breaking the tongue in on these, the Sinclairs have a single piece tongue and when the zip piece is removed look very similar to the Jadons, but without the stiff two part tongue! they do have a slightly different toe cap and no zip on the side but I’ve found them much comfier and longer lasting than the Jadons (I wear them all day when I work as a barber comfortably) :)
I’ve just bought a pair 💗 they’ll be my first docs so I’m hoping they’ll be okay. Edit - They arrived damaged, got another and those were damaged too 😭 terrible
For me the sinclairs were absolutely unbreakable. The stiff single piece tongue hurt SO much, my feet become numb after like 1 min of wearing it. I have jadons and they were so much better for my feet so idk
I have a pair of Jadons, I love how they look and stuff and they’ve lasted much longer than I thought they would. I really love the thick sole, but that’s really the only good part for me. One bad thing about the sole, that I’ve experienced, is that they make it difficult to take normal steps because they are so wide and heavy. I have very small feet and I am used to being close to the ground with something more like converse, so they were difficult for me to get used to. The leather is very stiff, even after three years of fairly regular wear. And while it is still stiff, it also seems to act like pleather is some spots and I have even found some splits in the leather, which I was hoping were just holes in the coating or something. The tongue was very hard to deal with when I first got them, but I’ve gotten used to it. I have a terrible dislike for the side zippers, and the seam in the very back(caused many blisters). The zippers made it difficult to pull the boot on straight, and this lead to the leather right around the heal area, to wear away very quickly, causing awful blisters(this happened even when I made sure to loosen all the eyelets properly, so I eventually gave up and started yanking them on like an idiot). They do get very hot, if you’re not wearing thicker socks, your feet can sweat and start slipping around in the boot. These boots didn’t take me very long to break in, but that’s because I wore them for almost three weeks straight. I find that even after three years, they still have almost zero flexibility in the soles. Also, one last point of issue for me would be the insoles, or half insoles. These insoles were very uncomfortable for me in the beginning, and I don’t know why it’s built this way. At the end of the day, I do still love them and the way they look, but there are quite a few aspects that I would definitely encourage people to consider when looking into making a purchase. They are about $230.00 Canadian, at least they were when I bought mine, and I don’t know if I would buy them again, just after my experience(the very painful experience might I add), at least not that this price point. If you don’t feel that you can break them in yourself, there is a large market for gently used doc martens, so I’m sure that there would be a nearly new, broken in pair of boots in your size, and for a much more reasonable price. Sorry for the long comment but I think it’s important that people consider this heavily before buying a pair of boots, only to find out that they don’t like the look or feel, or even the quality of the boots.
I loved how detailed you got in your comment because I've been considering buying a pair pf these once my knock off ones finally fall apart. But I'll keep your words in mind. Thank you!!
The soles weren't really a problem for me walking wise, but I'm used to heavy shoes and platforms, they were actually quite low for me 😅, but they gave me blisters on the bottom of my feet. I also had literal wounds on my toes and heel. After that they are comfortable as fuck to me tho. The tounge for me wasn't really an issue at all, nor do my feet get hot and sweaty in them. But that might be because I wear them mostly in winter and rainy cold weather. The half sole pad thing however is driving me nuts because it unsticks from the boot and I have to rearrange it into place every single time. As far as putting them on goes that's a breeze for me, but again is probably because i had a pair of undercover boots that were higher and didn't have the zipper on them so it took me like at least 5 minutes to put them on. It's intresting to see the diffrent experiences people have and what they prefer in their shoes tbh.
Jadon soft leather $339 AUD .. I'm 57yrs & i purchased MY FIRST ever pair today - May 21 2022. I'm short, so the chunky made me feel that much taller. Believe it or not, my feet are wide, and I usually struggle to push my feet into boots. BUT size 7 perfect. I'm an 8 shoe. Very happy. Can't wait to wear these in, and wear more often. Ps, my daughter bought herself a pair of these few weeks ago, she loves hers.
If you do a series on womens boots, consider including one from Carmina. I think their womens models are made exactly the same as their mens models, and very good for their price category. They don‘t seem to be afraid of tear downs, so maybe they‘d even send you some to review.
RA: "Interesting stitch pattern there." DM: "fuck." EDIT: forgot to put "/s" lol. Sorry for the misunderstandings. I Was just joking and I don't believe at all it was intentional.
Used to love Docs, had two pairs. Both pairs wore out within a couple years, thought that is just how long all boots last. Love the idea of women's vs men's boot comparison video.
Love the mini cooper analagy. You are definitely buying into the look as a fashion accessory with Docs. In the rock/metal community it's definitely part of the look and go to for boots
But them used!!! That way they are most likely broken in and ur saving money and with pics u can see which ones are in decent shape or not I have 10 pairs and have never bought from their site.
@@mdc123-v2v they still look good and if one rotates shoes they can easily last more years. Also I bought them new for half the price. One can find such bargains
Looking forward to your men's vs. women's shoe construction. I'm a woman with wide feet, and I've sometimes bought men's shoes because the last fits me better. I've thought the shoes wear better than women's. It will be interesting to see what you find.
Same here. I like simple shoes and since I have a bad hip I need shoes with good tread that wear well because my gait is abnormal and I find women's shoes wear out much faster than men's.
I discovered that I not only have flat feet, but also somewhat wide feet. I never had to get wide shoes until I got a pair of Merrell boots. The regular size was crushing my feet, but the wide size was comfortable as a cloud. I tried Bates, but even their Xtra wide sizing is too narrow for me. I guess I got wide feet. My feet being flat also made me have to get special insoles that flatten out the inside of the shoes so that they don't hurt my feet.
IM SO EXCITED FOR YOUR WOMENS BOOTS VIDEOS!!! I was just talking about this exact thing the other day because my red wing moc toes seemed weirdly flimsy in comparison to some of the men’s version I had seen. I will DEFINITELY be tuning in! Also, thank you for doing this! It’s so so so so so hard to find reviews of women’s products from brands that make great men’s products. I am super appreciative and excited!
Me, a 6’ tall woman wondering if I should buy the FrankenDocs: *is already taller than all the boyfriends* Also me: I hate leg day but I do love Mary Shelley
@@rachelhowell4600 hahahahah YESSS we LOVE tall women in heels! anytime I wear heels my smol friends are like “why?”. Never had a good answer until now, which is to say “obviously I wear heels because I’d like to assert my dominance over the Villagers of an ambiguous Swiss town” 🧟♀️
If you like the look of that boot, you should check out english Grinders boots or Gripfast boots. Even though they're quite expensive, they're going to last you an eternity
Zippers are great for disabled people. And when more accessible options are readily available instead of having to search for special options, it makes our lives much easier. Keep that in mind!
I've been wearing these for 3 years now and they are extremely comfortable and durable, I have had back surgery and these are the only boots that don't hurt my back after wearing them for 9 hours
That's funny, because this is exactly what Dr. Martems were originally designed for: For people with ankle or bag problems who need lots of support and soft cushioning.
I am 38 years old I wore this type boot in highschool over 22 years ago. I have always loved this type of style, even when it "goes out of style" they will be a staple in my closet! I love love love this style, don't care what the kids are doing these days lol
I own a pair of Jadons and I can tell you that tounge gave me nightmares for A MONTH. It cut RIGHT into the tendon and it literally became so painful after a couple of weeks that it felt like i was getting stabbed. The pain was so bad that i even felt it when wearing other shoes, like old chucks, which are basically SOCKS. They took forever to break in, and if you don't wear them for a while you gotta break them in again, cause your feet get softer again.
I have a pair of docs and I was told up until I bought them what a pain the break in process was. I never had to break mine in! They were super comfortable right away. I have a worse time breaking in slip on vans than I did wearing those boots hahaha
@TheGoodOlRebel ah I don’t think it’s one shoes fault over the other, though hahahaI have an odd shape to my feet so docs have way more wiggle room than a skin tight shoe 😅
Breaking in Vans is like a two to three part process! Just when I think I’m comfy, something goes wrong. And by the time I’m actually comfy, I’ve found a hole forming in the outsole
Okay same. I bought mine like 2 years ago. I’m typically a size 7 or 7.5 and the 7 fits perfectly. They were not much of a pain at all and I have wide feet, so I was little shocked when I kept hearing about these needing to be broken into.
Mystery solved thank you! I've been wearing the 1460 safety docs on the railway all my life and my most recent pair were a nightmare to break in. I thought they had changed design or something but what you mentioned about the two piece tongue across the tendon makes absolute sense. Disappointing seeing the cost compared to the poor design.
I remember when all Docs were made in England.I had a pair of brown shoes ,they were the most comfortable shoes I ever had .They were worth the price and they lasted me a long time.I also had a pair of sandles they were comfy but real heavy.
I never thought I would love watching boots getting cut in half. It is so awesome to see, the inner workings of the different levels of quality. Sure makes me happy I grew up so close to the home of Red Wing Shoes. Also, I am really stoked for my belt I just ordered from you, I’m sure it will be phenomenal!
@@jobdylan5782 you know there's a thing called "shower". It's very good for smells ;) And no my shoes don't smell bad. My socks... another problem, but for that we have a thing called "washing machine" :p
I'd like to see a video on tht Harley Davidson boots cut in half. I've been wearing a pair for the past three years and they seem to have held up well!
When we were youngsters (im now 61) Doc Martens were the thing in London. I had a pair when I was in my 20s but they did not suit me and were clunky. They were work boots really, then Punks wore them, and also skinheads and suedeheads in the mid 70s and the 1980s. They were an appropriation of workmens gear and they were hardwearing. Very soon they moved over to a fashion boot and adapted, workmen went over to cheaper boots with better steel toe caps. The two groups, punks and skinheads hated each other- but both wore Doc martens, Punks often wore Black and Skinheads always wore red ones, with lots of eyelets. Techies on music gigs and theatres workers always wore them (many still do) as they went with the black jeans and tee shirts they work backstage. They were a symbol of youth rebellion. I retired from teaching last year and Docs were still prized, mostly by girls BUT banned as school attire, which gave them even more kudos. I see them on young people on the underground and when you look hard they are always split where the foot creases along the front and the sole seems to wear thin. They have been a boot of the rebel for 50 years now, I wonder when that will change. Mark from london UK
Calling these the Frankenstein boot only makes me love them more! Interesting video. Cool to see what is inside of them. I like zippers on boots. It's easier to get them on.
“Do you wish that everyday was leg day?” LMAO!!! Bought a pair for my 17yr old daughter. She loves them. Bought myself a pair of 1460s but this finished leather just doesn’t break in nicely. It cracks in the creases. Meh...
Weston sounds like my mom. ;) "Those are Frankenstein boots. You're going to regret wearing that in 10 years!" 20 years later and still no regrets. I still love stompy boots; I'm still stylish AF.
can you do salamander winter boots made in Germany and compare them with the ones made in India? they were outrageously popular in USSR. if u bought a pair it usually meant ur set for life.
I have a pair of 1460's for daily wear since 3+ years, but with the "crazy horse" brown leather. They don't have this gnarly tongue and broke in quite nicely so I'm really glad i avoided this thing ! Alos the way you say "Doctor Martens" instead of just "Doc" weirds me out every time x)
I'm really happy with my jadons but all your points are sound. Still, they kinda work. The leather seems really durable, the sole is very comfortable despite that weird construction, the 2-piece tongue is fine, overall the build feels really solid. Maybe I got lucky? They've been making similar styles for 20 years or more but these are definitely getting more popular (it's the only platform boot I've seen guys wearing), and they manage to stand out even from all the imitations out there. Yes they are a bit overpriced but somehow Docs get away with it. Oh yes, I'm a guy 😆
A different sort of boot but a current trend with *big* questions about quality: Roller skates! (or I guess ice skates as well, lots of the same companies) Some are hand made in Red Wing Minnesota, some are good quality made in China, some are so cheap they're dangerous.
A series I’d like to see would be of different iterations of military/combat boots over the years, as well as the different boots issued to people deployed in different climate zones; desert, jungle, arctic. Then compare a “combat” style boot to see how similar/different they are to actual combat boots. Maybe even do it near July for Independence Day Also, I know how much you love your Redbacks, and I’m not sure if you’ve heard, but Redback has a new line called Blue Tongue Footwear. They’re a bit cheaper ($106), but unfortunately made in China, and as such I’m cautious about purchasing them (the Station specially). Think you could cut them in half and see if their quality is just as good or if the lower price reflects some cost cutting measures?
Thanks for the video. I’m in my 50’s and bought Jadons about half a year ago. I wear them occasionally when I want to look a little edgy. The good: I actually didn’t need to break them in, and they are comfortable and easy to walk in. Also on rainy days my feet stay dry. The bad: Despite being easy to walk in, you WILL feel your legs getting a work out on longer walks so you won’t be able to walk as far or as fast due to fatigue. Also the tongue on one of the boots keeps slipping sideways; I don’t feel it but can see it.
I'll be honest, I wasn't expecting a ton on this video, but this was one of your best ones yet I think. I really like how you present the material. You also do a really good job of criticizing the company appropriately for justifiable reasons. Let's just hope that zipper stitch is an unlucky coincidence, big yikes.
for the zipper/no zipper, they also make another style (cannot for the life of me remember what it's called) that looks pretty much identical to the jadons that has no zipper, it is usually pictured with ribbon-type laces but you could obviously just change those! Not sure it they make it in mens sizes though, pretty sure i've only ever seen them listed as womens (and go up to an EU size 43) edit: the style is called Molly!
Would really love a series on women’s boots. I picked up a pair of Grenson Nanette boots about a year ago, and am very curious how they would hold up to the men’s boots. I know they really push the fact that they’re Goodyear welted, but am curious about the rest of the construction. Love the channel; I’ve been watching several videos at night for like a week now.
A little too negative. From a fashion standpoint, these boots are singular in a class of their own. Also they are unisex not just for women. In my opinion, the Jadons aren’t workboots and their impact on the fashion world cannot be understated. Definitely a buy!
I have a pair of these shoes. I bought them this year in August and I’ve worn them pretty much every day. I didn’t have to break into mine, they aren’t the most comfortable shoe ever but they aren’t a nightmare to walk long in, though you really have to pick up your feet when you’re walking. I got my shoes in a size 6 and they’re a little big on me, but I don’t mind because I’ll be able to wear them longer without my feet outgrowing them. Within about two or three weeks of wearing them the leather began to crease only in the left shoe. About two weeks ago I noticed that a small piece of leather in the front beginning to peel. Trying to figure out how to fix it. I’m honestly kind of disappointed since a lot of people have reported them being durable and comfy, but they started to crease and the leather peeled off within a month. I still really love the design though and plan on buying other pairs of docs
I bought Dr Martens in the 90's, they used to last a long time. Last pair I bought in 2012 lasted barely 6 months before the shank came through the sole. Never again! I mostly buy Corcoran now.
Would be amazing to see the Prada Monolith boots cut in half. They're still surprisingly popular, so many luxury and affordable brands are still replicating the silhoutte and I remember people going broke for them when they first came out.
My friend, your channel is great and I`ll promote it with that perticular clip. The zip stitching and the mini cuper comarisson was just great! I loved it!
omg a women's series, thanks so much esp because alot of the shoes you recommend aren't available in a women's 7/men's 5. Moreover, many of these shoe brands (I thought feet were similar in men/women exc size?) like thursday, goral, etc only make the cool shoes for guys (sneakers) and just do heeled boots etc for girls and don't go down to a men's 4/5.
They really aren't the best as far as longevity goes, but they certainly are comfortable. I found them incredibly easy to break in since the leather was fairly soft and pliable to begin with, minimal heel sores, but I have always worn the cheapest possible socks or just none in general. But even after 3(4?) years of regular maintenance the leather didn't hold up so now they're absolutely cracked to shit. That's seems to be pretty bad for a pair of boots nearing the price of grensons on sale, and one that wasn't exposed to harsh environments as well as being maintained. Funny you mention the zipper because that's exactly what I was deliberating over for a while as my reason for not buying them, I hate the the appearance of it so much but fuck me if it isn't convenient.
I've been contemplating buying that exact pair for so long now, but wasn't 100% sure because of the price and wasn't sure on quality. I'm so happy you did this video!
@@pineapplesideways3820 I've never heard of those, I'll look them up! Thank you! I just want a nice fashion-y type that'll last a long time and are comfortable lol
How about a motorcycle boot series including the Thursday boots casa moto. Really want to see if its a decent riding option cause I love my other thursdays.
I brought a pair of Rockport boots with a zip up the side because it appealed to my lazy sensibilities. However, I still undo the laces as I am so conditioned to undo my laces to take off shoes/boots.
Nice video! I was anticipating this one considering I've been a sucker and purchased four of these since they were first released... I just keep wearing through them unfortunately. What would be a similar high-quality platform boot similar to this style and around this price range?
I had a pair very similar (actually still have them in my closet) that they made back in the early 2000's that they called "Crazy Bombs" back then, the issue with mine was that the two layers of sole separated (don't judge it was a different time). Also my boots did not have a zipper (in my Bernie voice) and that's a good thing.
In the uk keycobbler.co.uk should be able to fix the sole on your crazy bombs (it looks as if they use heat activated glue). Or any cobbler with a hot knife to reseal the PVC sole can do the same... or you could even...
Holy shit this explains so much. My first pair of “real shoes” I bought for a trip involving a lot of walking were low rise docs, which ripped my ankles to shit, are very hard to get into even today, and barely look the same now that they can’t shine up to how they started
Yes yes yes more womens boots!! The idea for the series sounds great, although it would also be really nice to analyse boots from brands that focus more on womens shoes rather than both for example. But yeah, please first do the comparison, since that would make it easier to understand certain differences between them better
Looks like a combo of Dr. Marten and creepers. Everything good about Dr. Martens died when they started making them outside of England. If you want some really good boots made by one of the original factories that made Dr. Martens try a pair of Solovair boots.
Sir, I would have to disagree with your statement "zippers dont belong on boots" (3:28). I 100% disagree, if done properly, zippers can make getting in and out of your boots quick and easy. Yes usually zippers indicate a crap boot, but some have figured out how to do it well. Or if your like me and dont want to have to worry about if the zipper fails then the boots junk unless you go get the zipper fixed. I myself get the zipper that is laced into the boot, if the zipper fails you can take it out and just put in your normal boot laces. And yes being able to jump in and out of your boots in a must for some people, first responders, military, or just construction workers who like to sleep in alot, zippers have their place in boots and if your worried about the zipper being crappy then the entire quality of the boot is probably crap. I'm sure the company didnt only skimp on the zipper quality.
I bought these exact same boots for my gf a couple years ago and you're exactly right...they're for style and nothing else. She rarely wears them but still loves them, thats all that matters at the end of the day. These arent every day boots, at least not for most women.
just bought a set of Linesmens from Carolina. Was looking for a review of any by the brand on here and couldn't find one. Would LOVE to know more about what I just bought!
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Doc Martens sees their name pop up on Rose Anvil. “Not again! NOT AGAIN!!!”
“What bad things could he say about our boots he hasn’t already?”
*finds a swastika stitch*
“Dammit!”
And they still advertise on this site!
Love my 2000 Xterra.
Some of their boots are not terrible. The prices however can be.
@@satsrunner6741 plot twist: they're made in Germany.
me: "those are so cute!"
him: "these might be the ugliest doc martens ever"
.....oh👁👄👁
They’re ugly , bad quality and basic. 🤮
@@oOpurplebeautyOo okay debbie downer
YeH don’t feel too bad. He has a very specific taste.
Honestly I think his taste in boot styles is horrible. They may be high quality, but unless you’re working in construction, they ugly af 😂
@@oOpurplebeautyOo you know nothing! They're BEAUTIFUL!
@@wendyberrios5957 Amen. The man likes these weird af LL Bean boots and has the gall to call Jadons ugly lmao
Confessions of a middle aged woman: just turned 50 and instead of dying my hair purple(I’m a hair stylist that’s too cliche) I bought a pair of these boots in white. To my surprise I was able to work in them all day no problem. One of my only pairs of docs that didn’t require break in, everyone’s feet are different so I think I just got lucky. My husband hates them but I think he’d hate purple hair more. 😂😂😂😂😂
mine were broken in after only a day of wear so pretty similar to your experience i suppose :)) love my jadons & they’ve been going strong for over two years now! i find them way comfier than my made in england 1460s as well
Back in the day, when goth chicks would wear these with fishnets would always have incredible legs ;)
They just wear out super quickkk and then aren’t as comfortable. The foam in them super comfortable, but wears out quick and unevenly. Once they wear out, they aren’t as supportive and put stress on your ligaments and muscles.
Love the white.
Tell your husband he doesn’t know what’s up because white docs are cool as hell
YES PLEASE do a women's boot series! I work in the ag industry and I'm hiking or standing in the lab all day- my work boots seem to be much lower quality than the men I work with, or maybe I'm just cheap haha, I'd love to find out! Also, that's such a sweet pretty kitty!!! Lots of interesting info too haha, great stuff.
One of my friends is a boot snob, and she's had some trouble finding some work boots that go down to her size. But she does get very expensive high quality boots
if these are frankenstein boots to you then you’ve obviously never seen a pair of demonia’s
that’s exactly what i was thinking hahaha
im not allowed to be laughing so hard at this comment 😐✋
@@user-jq3ij2yg8l fr 😭
HAHAHA YEAH wait till the demonias show up
demonias are shit he made a video on them lol. they don't even look like 'frankenstein boots.'
I bought a pair for my wife about a month ago, all I know is she looks crazy hot wearing them! Thanks again for a great video
Recently got a pair of these in white, honestly the break in was (and still is) pretty much nothing for me, no blisters, no discomfort nothing! Didn’t even have to oil or condition but I still put some mink oil on them. My fave pair of boots style wise!
For anyone who’s worried about breaking the tongue in on these, the Sinclairs have a single piece tongue and when the zip piece is removed look very similar to the Jadons, but without the stiff two part tongue! they do have a slightly different toe cap and no zip on the side but I’ve found them much comfier and longer lasting than the Jadons (I wear them all day when I work as a barber comfortably) :)
I LOOOOVE my Sinclairs
What are the Sinclaire boots called?
@@Liz-bu6tn Sinclair
I’ve just bought a pair 💗 they’ll be my first docs so I’m hoping they’ll be okay. Edit - They arrived damaged, got another and those were damaged too 😭 terrible
For me the sinclairs were absolutely unbreakable. The stiff single piece tongue hurt SO much, my feet become numb after like 1 min of wearing it. I have jadons and they were so much better for my feet so idk
I have a pair of Jadons, I love how they look and stuff and they’ve lasted much longer than I thought they would. I really love the thick sole, but that’s really the only good part for me. One bad thing about the sole, that I’ve experienced, is that they make it difficult to take normal steps because they are so wide and heavy. I have very small feet and I am used to being close to the ground with something more like converse, so they were difficult for me to get used to. The leather is very stiff, even after three years of fairly regular wear. And while it is still stiff, it also seems to act like pleather is some spots and I have even found some splits in the leather, which I was hoping were just holes in the coating or something. The tongue was very hard to deal with when I first got them, but I’ve gotten used to it. I have a terrible dislike for the side zippers, and the seam in the very back(caused many blisters). The zippers made it difficult to pull the boot on straight, and this lead to the leather right around the heal area, to wear away very quickly, causing awful blisters(this happened even when I made sure to loosen all the eyelets properly, so I eventually gave up and started yanking them on like an idiot). They do get very hot, if you’re not wearing thicker socks, your feet can sweat and start slipping around in the boot. These boots didn’t take me very long to break in, but that’s because I wore them for almost three weeks straight. I find that even after three years, they still have almost zero flexibility in the soles. Also, one last point of issue for me would be the insoles, or half insoles. These insoles were very uncomfortable for me in the beginning, and I don’t know why it’s built this way.
At the end of the day, I do still love them and the way they look, but there are quite a few aspects that I would definitely encourage people to consider when looking into making a purchase. They are about $230.00 Canadian, at least they were when I bought mine, and I don’t know if I would buy them again, just after my experience(the very painful experience might I add), at least not that this price point. If you don’t feel that you can break them in yourself, there is a large market for gently used doc martens, so I’m sure that there would be a nearly new, broken in pair of boots in your size, and for a much more reasonable price. Sorry for the long comment but I think it’s important that people consider this heavily before buying a pair of boots, only to find out that they don’t like the look or feel, or even the quality of the boots.
I loved how detailed you got in your comment because I've been considering buying a pair pf these once my knock off ones finally fall apart.
But I'll keep your words in mind. Thank you!!
The soles weren't really a problem for me walking wise, but I'm used to heavy shoes and platforms, they were actually quite low for me 😅, but they gave me blisters on the bottom of my feet. I also had literal wounds on my toes and heel. After that they are comfortable as fuck to me tho. The tounge for me wasn't really an issue at all, nor do my feet get hot and sweaty in them. But that might be because I wear them mostly in winter and rainy cold weather. The half sole pad thing however is driving me nuts because it unsticks from the boot and I have to rearrange it into place every single time. As far as putting them on goes that's a breeze for me, but again is probably because i had a pair of undercover boots that were higher and didn't have the zipper on them so it took me like at least 5 minutes to put them on. It's intresting to see the diffrent experiences people have and what they prefer in their shoes tbh.
Jadon soft leather $339 AUD .. I'm 57yrs & i purchased MY FIRST ever pair today - May 21 2022. I'm short, so the chunky made me feel that much taller. Believe it or not, my feet are wide, and I usually struggle to push my feet into boots. BUT size 7 perfect. I'm an 8 shoe. Very happy. Can't wait to wear these in, and wear more often. Ps, my daughter bought herself a pair of these few weeks ago, she loves hers.
If you do a series on womens boots, consider including one from Carmina. I think their womens models are made exactly the same as their mens models, and very good for their price category. They don‘t seem to be afraid of tear downs, so maybe they‘d even send you some to review.
RA: "Interesting stitch pattern there."
DM: "fuck."
EDIT: forgot to put "/s" lol. Sorry for the misunderstandings. I Was just joking and I don't believe at all it was intentional.
LOL. Wonder if that is a secret message, or just random coincidence! Viral potential there!
It's probably a coincidence but I was kinda shocked to see that!
Catering to a certain buying segment?
@@mariagiuliacecchini4305 They're made in Thailand which, imo, is important to note.
DM: “OH SHIT they find out the secret message oh no we are done as a brand”
Used to love Docs, had two pairs. Both pairs wore out within a couple years, thought that is just how long all boots last.
Love the idea of women's vs men's boot comparison video.
Red wings last a LOT longer
@@PibrochPonder Peak reddit boots for soy males
@@glopsnopper3806 If you talk about "soy males" you're probably one of them.
Look into Solovair for the old made in England quality, where they easily last 10 years.
@@Bread_n_Roses One can say that without being one. You ooze insecurity.
Love the mini cooper analagy. You are definitely buying into the look as a fashion accessory with Docs. In the rock/metal community it's definitely part of the look and go to for boots
I REALLY REALLY want this boot! My hubby says they don’t make great boots don’t buy them. However, I’m ordering them today!
But them used!!! That way they are most likely broken in and ur saving money and with pics u can see which ones are in decent shape or not I have 10 pairs and have never bought from their site.
Consoooooom
Then you're an utter fool. Did you even watch the video?
@@mdc123-v2v they still look good and if one rotates shoes they can easily last more years.
Also I bought them new for half the price. One can find such bargains
Looking forward to your men's vs. women's shoe construction. I'm a woman with wide feet, and I've sometimes bought men's shoes because the last fits me better. I've thought the shoes wear better than women's. It will be interesting to see what you find.
Same here. I like simple shoes and since I have a bad hip I need shoes with good tread that wear well because my gait is abnormal and I find women's shoes wear out much faster than men's.
Stuff for men tend to last longer imo. And they have pockets!
I discovered that I not only have flat feet, but also somewhat wide feet. I never had to get wide shoes until I got a pair of Merrell boots. The regular size was crushing my feet, but the wide size was comfortable as a cloud. I tried Bates, but even their Xtra wide sizing is too narrow for me. I guess I got wide feet.
My feet being flat also made me have to get special insoles that flatten out the inside of the shoes so that they don't hurt my feet.
IM SO EXCITED FOR YOUR WOMENS BOOTS VIDEOS!!! I was just talking about this exact thing the other day because my red wing moc toes seemed weirdly flimsy in comparison to some of the men’s version I had seen. I will DEFINITELY be tuning in!
Also, thank you for doing this! It’s so so so so so hard to find reviews of women’s products from brands that make great men’s products. I am super appreciative and excited!
Me, a 6’ tall woman wondering if I should buy the FrankenDocs: *is already taller than all the boyfriends*
Also me: I hate leg day but I do love Mary Shelley
my gf wear these and they give her over 2inch of height. with me on vans she's my height now 🤪
I’m 5’11 and I have the Chelsea version of these and I’m almost Weston’s height when I wear them. Haha
@@rachelhowell4600 hahahahah YESSS we LOVE tall women in heels! anytime I wear heels my smol friends are like “why?”. Never had a good answer until now, which is to say “obviously I wear heels because I’d like to assert my dominance over the Villagers of an ambiguous Swiss town” 🧟♀️
If you like the look of that boot, you should check out english Grinders boots or Gripfast boots. Even though they're quite expensive, they're going to last you an eternity
Well if you were already taller than them you weren’t gonna get any shorter 👀👀 i say go for it!
Zippers are great for disabled people. And when more accessible options are readily available instead of having to search for special options, it makes our lives much easier. Keep that in mind!
I've been wearing these for 3 years now and they are extremely comfortable and durable, I have had back surgery and these are the only boots that don't hurt my back after wearing them for 9 hours
That's funny, because this is exactly what Dr. Martems were originally designed for: For people with ankle or bag problems who need lots of support and soft cushioning.
I am 38 years old I wore this type boot in highschool over 22 years ago. I have always loved this type of style, even when it "goes out of style" they will be a staple in my closet! I love love love this style, don't care what the kids are doing these days lol
I own a pair of Jadons and I can tell you that tounge gave me nightmares for A MONTH.
It cut RIGHT into the tendon and it literally became so painful after a couple of weeks that it felt like i was getting stabbed. The pain was so bad that i even felt it when wearing other shoes, like old chucks, which are basically SOCKS. They took forever to break in, and if you don't wear them for a while you gotta break them in again, cause your feet get softer again.
I have a pair of docs and I was told up until I bought them what a pain the break in process was. I never had to break mine in! They were super comfortable right away. I have a worse time breaking in slip on vans than I did wearing those boots hahaha
@TheGoodOlRebel ah I don’t think it’s one shoes fault over the other, though hahahaI have an odd shape to my feet so docs have way more wiggle room than a skin tight shoe 😅
Breaking in Vans is like a two to three part process! Just when I think I’m comfy, something goes wrong. And by the time I’m actually comfy, I’ve found a hole forming in the outsole
Okay same. I bought mine like 2 years ago. I’m typically a size 7 or 7.5 and the 7 fits perfectly. They were not much of a pain at all and I have wide feet, so I was little shocked when I kept hearing about these needing to be broken into.
Mystery solved thank you! I've been wearing the 1460 safety docs on the railway all my life and my most recent pair were a nightmare to break in. I thought they had changed design or something but what you mentioned about the two piece tongue across the tendon makes absolute sense. Disappointing seeing the cost compared to the poor design.
I remember when all Docs were made in England.I had a pair of brown shoes ,they were the most comfortable shoes I ever had .They were worth the price and they lasted me a long time.I also had a pair of sandles they were comfy but real heavy.
I never thought I would love watching boots getting cut in half. It is so awesome to see, the inner workings of the different levels of quality. Sure makes me happy I grew up so close to the home of Red Wing Shoes. Also, I am really stoked for my belt I just ordered from you, I’m sure it will be phenomenal!
Been waiting for this Jadons cut in half since because for the longest i was planning to buy a pair, which I did last December 😂
Zipper is YKK, but stiching is KKK
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Stitching is SS
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I wear these boots nearly every day since 2 years now and never had any comfort problem or anything :3
They're perfect to my eyes (and feet) :)
i can only imagine the smell
@@jobdylan5782 wth xD
@@jobdylan5782 you know there's a thing called "shower". It's very good for smells ;)
And no my shoes don't smell bad. My socks... another problem, but for that we have a thing called "washing machine" :p
I have a question! Does the platform of the boot get soft after a while and collapse or does it stay hard and secure?
@@skaxstx mine didn't collapse but I can't assure you others won't 🤷♀️
Jadon model is not worth it if you live in cold climate. The soles got holes in them at 20F (-6C) and started pumping water inside the shoe
Wtf? :O
Haven't heard about that issue yet, thanks!
@@PrypeciowyHovnozer mine were replaced by the store. I did not try them second time in the snow
@@dotbeyond idk they arent rlly snow shoes lol
First sentence says it all: Do you wish you had that Frankenstein aesthetic? THUMBS UP!
Yay....Toaster the cat made an appearance!! The most charismatic cat I have ever seen...he really is a star!!
I'd like to see a video on tht Harley Davidson boots cut in half. I've been wearing a pair for the past three years and they seem to have held up well!
my dad swears by harley davidson boots, hes owned at least 5 pairs in the past 20 years
mine lasted me 7 yrs! couldve gone for one more but i couldnt get them fixed this year
i got a sneak peak of this video when i saw jadon docs cut in half lay on the shelf in the last video
When we were youngsters (im now 61) Doc Martens were the thing in London. I had a pair when I was in my 20s but they did not suit me and were clunky. They were work boots really, then Punks wore them, and also skinheads and suedeheads in the mid 70s and the 1980s. They were an appropriation of workmens gear and they were hardwearing. Very soon they moved over to a fashion boot and adapted, workmen went over to cheaper boots with better steel toe caps. The two groups, punks and skinheads hated each other- but both wore Doc martens, Punks often wore Black and Skinheads always wore red ones, with lots of eyelets. Techies on music gigs and theatres workers always wore them (many still do) as they went with the black jeans and tee shirts they work backstage. They were a symbol of youth rebellion. I retired from teaching last year and Docs were still prized, mostly by girls BUT banned as school attire, which gave them even more kudos. I see them on young people on the underground and when you look hard they are always split where the foot creases along the front and the sole seems to wear thin. They have been a boot of the rebel for 50 years now, I wonder when that will change. Mark from london UK
I love these style boots but its good to know what's going on inside. Really excited for the women's boot series too!
@TheGoodOlRebel thats awesome! Tbh it would be fun to see RA do a follow up vid with that pair. I'd imagine they are better made.
@TheGoodOlRebel Really? Where’d you find out? I’d love to know more
Calling these the Frankenstein boot only makes me love them more! Interesting video. Cool to see what is inside of them. I like zippers on boots. It's easier to get them on.
My aunt still has platform docs from when she was in high school. I think they’re timeless
“Do you wish that everyday was leg day?” LMAO!!! Bought a pair for my 17yr old daughter. She loves them. Bought myself a pair of 1460s but this finished leather just doesn’t break in nicely. It cracks in the creases. Meh...
The cracks make em’ look more grungey, i creased mine on purpose
@@shrek2508 I completely agree with you!
You need to condition them so that they don't crack.
Weston sounds like my mom. ;) "Those are Frankenstein boots. You're going to regret wearing that in 10 years!" 20 years later and still no regrets. I still love stompy boots; I'm still stylish AF.
Please can you do some loake made in England shoes and boots. I hear they’re really good for what you pay for.
I have Loakes and they're incredible.
I second this
can you do salamander winter boots made in Germany and compare them with the ones made in India? they were outrageously popular in USSR. if u bought a pair it usually meant ur set for life.
Or Tricker's! Both great English shoe/boot makers
I vote for loake
I have a pair of 1460's for daily wear since 3+ years, but with the "crazy horse" brown leather. They don't have this gnarly tongue and broke in quite nicely so I'm really glad i avoided this thing !
Alos the way you say "Doctor Martens" instead of just "Doc" weirds me out every time x)
I'm really happy with my jadons but all your points are sound. Still, they kinda work. The leather seems really durable, the sole is very comfortable despite that weird construction, the 2-piece tongue is fine, overall the build feels really solid. Maybe I got lucky? They've been making similar styles for 20 years or more but these are definitely getting more popular (it's the only platform boot I've seen guys wearing), and they manage to stand out even from all the imitations out there. Yes they are a bit overpriced but somehow Docs get away with it. Oh yes, I'm a guy 😆
I just got a pair and I love them!
You should do their "capper" boots. See if they actually have a real toe cap and how effective it is...
A different sort of boot but a current trend with *big* questions about quality: Roller skates! (or I guess ice skates as well, lots of the same companies) Some are hand made in Red Wing Minnesota, some are good quality made in China, some are so cheap they're dangerous.
A series I’d like to see would be of different iterations of military/combat boots over the years, as well as the different boots issued to people deployed in different climate zones; desert, jungle, arctic. Then compare a “combat” style boot to see how similar/different they are to actual combat boots. Maybe even do it near July for Independence Day
Also, I know how much you love your Redbacks, and I’m not sure if you’ve heard, but Redback has a new line called Blue Tongue Footwear. They’re a bit cheaper ($106), but unfortunately made in China, and as such I’m cautious about purchasing them (the Station specially). Think you could cut them in half and see if their quality is just as good or if the lower price reflects some cost cutting measures?
Thanks for the video. I’m in my 50’s and bought Jadons about half a year ago. I wear them occasionally when I want to look a little edgy.
The good: I actually didn’t need to break them in, and they are comfortable and easy to walk in. Also on rainy days my feet stay dry.
The bad: Despite being easy to walk in, you WILL feel your legs getting a work out on longer walks so you won’t be able to walk as far or as fast due to fatigue. Also the tongue on one of the boots keeps slipping sideways; I don’t feel it but can see it.
I'll be honest, I wasn't expecting a ton on this video, but this was one of your best ones yet I think. I really like how you present the material. You also do a really good job of criticizing the company appropriately for justifiable reasons. Let's just hope that zipper stitch is an unlucky coincidence, big yikes.
for the zipper/no zipper, they also make another style (cannot for the life of me remember what it's called) that looks pretty much identical to the jadons that has no zipper, it is usually pictured with ribbon-type laces but you could obviously just change those! Not sure it they make it in mens sizes though, pretty sure i've only ever seen them listed as womens (and go up to an EU size 43)
edit: the style is called Molly!
The tongue bit of the Jadon actually gave me some blisters once - when breaking in 😅 otherwise haven’t had much issues with it!
Just got my first pair of docs a few days ago, this pair in particular!! I love them so far 😁🥰
his commentary on his thoughts on the boots was the most millennial commentary i’ve ever heard
they’re big lol they’re weird lol
Definitely love the idea of comparing women's and men's versions of the same boots, curious to see what the differences are!
Really looking forward to the new series! Please do the Red Wing Moc Toe for women! I’ve been curious since I got a pair for Xmas...
I got the glitter boots in this style and I absolutely love themmm, Im afraid to continue watching 😂😂
Would really love a series on women’s boots. I picked up a pair of Grenson Nanette boots about a year ago, and am very curious how they would hold up to the men’s boots. I know they really push the fact that they’re Goodyear welted, but am curious about the rest of the construction. Love the channel; I’ve been watching several videos at night for like a week now.
I got a DM ad while watching! haha!
Itd be great to see a high quality modern trekking boot like one of Meindls trekking boots. Those boots are solid and full of interesting materials.
3 pairs of Jadons. I love them, no issues breaking in, and they are comfortable!
Would love to see you do a video on some Rick Owens boots!
Right on, that would be cool. I’m wanting him to tear down a pair of Guidis
A little too negative. From a fashion standpoint, these boots are singular in a class of their own. Also they are unisex not just for women. In my opinion, the Jadons aren’t workboots and their impact on the fashion world cannot be understated. Definitely a buy!
I wear them as workboots (vegan version) at a scrapyard. sharp metal things and nails cannot penetrate the soles.
Hey Wes. Any possibility of doing a Frye boots video this year?
I love that I had a Dr. Martens ad pop up in the middle of this video while you're just $#!++ing on 'em!
High-quality leather lined wellies would be cool. Le Chameau Chasseur maybe?
I have a pair of these shoes. I bought them this year in August and I’ve worn them pretty much every day. I didn’t have to break into mine, they aren’t the most comfortable shoe ever but they aren’t a nightmare to walk long in, though you really have to pick up your feet when you’re walking. I got my shoes in a size 6 and they’re a little big on me, but I don’t mind because I’ll be able to wear them longer without my feet outgrowing them. Within about two or three weeks of wearing them the leather began to crease only in the left shoe. About two weeks ago I noticed that a small piece of leather in the front beginning to peel. Trying to figure out how to fix it. I’m honestly kind of disappointed since a lot of people have reported them being durable and comfy, but they started to crease and the leather peeled off within a month. I still really love the design though and plan on buying other pairs of docs
have you conditoned the leather of the boots? usually they sit in a warehouse for months and get really really dry there
@@phipschi4255 I bought the dr. Martens wonder balsam a week or two ago. Haven’t tried it out yet though
Hey you should do some steel/safety toe boots now that you’ve got that band saw. I’d be interested to see how some of the safety toe boots stack up.
Im looking for a pair that's really comfortable since I walk about 10km four days a week
I bought Dr Martens in the 90's, they used to last a long time. Last pair I bought in 2012 lasted barely 6 months before the shank came through the sole. Never again!
I mostly buy Corcoran now.
Great analysis! Thank you!
😂 😂 😂
Would be amazing to see the Prada Monolith boots cut in half. They're still surprisingly popular, so many luxury and affordable brands are still replicating the silhoutte and I remember people going broke for them when they first came out.
There are better made chonky soled boots out there. I think a brand called Grinders make similar ones.
My friend, your channel is great and I`ll promote it with that perticular clip. The zip stitching and the mini cuper comarisson was just great! I loved it!
omg a women's series, thanks so much esp because alot of the shoes you recommend aren't available in a women's 7/men's 5. Moreover, many of these shoe brands (I thought feet were similar in men/women exc size?) like thursday, goral, etc only make the cool shoes for guys (sneakers) and just do heeled boots etc for girls and don't go down to a men's 4/5.
Ive already watched you cut all the boots I’d buy but i love your channel so much Im still watching
Would love to see your views on the made in England horween standard 1460 boots, really good quality all around!
Big cheers about your upcoming comparison series, very excited for it!
They really aren't the best as far as longevity goes, but they certainly are comfortable. I found them incredibly easy to break in since the leather was fairly soft and pliable to begin with, minimal heel sores, but I have always worn the cheapest possible socks or just none in general. But even after 3(4?) years of regular maintenance the leather didn't hold up so now they're absolutely cracked to shit. That's seems to be pretty bad for a pair of boots nearing the price of grensons on sale, and one that wasn't exposed to harsh environments as well as being maintained.
Funny you mention the zipper because that's exactly what I was deliberating over for a while as my reason for not buying them, I hate the the appearance of it so much but fuck me if it isn't convenient.
I've been contemplating buying that exact pair for so long now, but wasn't 100% sure because of the price and wasn't sure on quality. I'm so happy you did this video!
Instead you should get some Rossi ripples be number 1 of leader of fashion
@@pineapplesideways3820 I've never heard of those, I'll look them up! Thank you! I just want a nice fashion-y type that'll last a long time and are comfortable lol
How about a motorcycle boot series including the Thursday boots casa moto. Really want to see if its a decent riding option cause I love my other thursdays.
YES PLEASE DO THE WOMEN'S VS MEN'S BOOTS! Can you also review New Rock Military boots?
Even though they are officially Dr. Martens it is strange to hear someone call them that instead of Doc Martens.
I brought a pair of Rockport boots with a zip up the side because it appealed to my lazy sensibilities. However, I still undo the laces as I am so conditioned to undo my laces to take off shoes/boots.
In my opinion you can give yourself a nine in that cut centered score
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Nice video! I was anticipating this one considering I've been a sucker and purchased four of these since they were first released... I just keep wearing through them unfortunately. What would be a similar high-quality platform boot similar to this style and around this price range?
I had a pair very similar (actually still have them in my closet) that they made back in the early 2000's that they called "Crazy Bombs" back then, the issue with mine was that the two layers of sole separated (don't judge it was a different time). Also my boots did not have a zipper (in my Bernie voice) and that's a good thing.
In the uk keycobbler.co.uk should be able to fix the sole on your crazy bombs (it looks as if they use heat activated glue). Or any cobbler with a hot knife to reseal the PVC sole can do the same... or you could even...
My feet hurt just by looking at that sole cross-section
Holy shit this explains so much. My first pair of “real shoes” I bought for a trip involving a lot of walking were low rise docs, which ripped my ankles to shit, are very hard to get into even today, and barely look the same now that they can’t shine up to how they started
They’re natzi torture boots designed as the last revenge of the 3rd reich
@@BensCooking shit that sucks. I wear my Jadon's almost everyday and they're super comfy. I put an extra cushioning insole in and way I go..
Yes yes yes more womens boots!! The idea for the series sounds great, although it would also be really nice to analyse boots from brands that focus more on womens shoes rather than both for example. But yeah, please first do the comparison, since that would make it easier to understand certain differences between them better
Looks like a combo of Dr. Marten and creepers.
Everything good about Dr. Martens died when they started making them outside of England. If you want some really good boots made by one of the original factories that made Dr. Martens try a pair of Solovair boots.
I wonder what shoe you wear everyday/most of the time. Make a review too
if im not mistaken, hes rly happy with the REDBACK´S :)
I've got the "Bex smooth" they got the classic dr martens sole (same patern as the jadon) but with a normal height.
Sir, I would have to disagree with your statement "zippers dont belong on boots" (3:28). I 100% disagree, if done properly, zippers can make getting in and out of your boots quick and easy. Yes usually zippers indicate a crap boot, but some have figured out how to do it well. Or if your like me and dont want to have to worry about if the zipper fails then the boots junk unless you go get the zipper fixed. I myself get the zipper that is laced into the boot, if the zipper fails you can take it out and just put in your normal boot laces. And yes being able to jump in and out of your boots in a must for some people, first responders, military, or just construction workers who like to sleep in alot, zippers have their place in boots and if your worried about the zipper being crappy then the entire quality of the boot is probably crap. I'm sure the company didnt only skimp on the zipper quality.
I was so on the edge of buying these and this video just made my decision
I think it would be cool if you did a black cap toe oxford series
Oh I love the mens/womens boot comparison idea!
You can pry my docs from my cold dead hands. I will never surrender!!
I bought these exact same boots for my gf a couple years ago and you're exactly right...they're for style and nothing else. She rarely wears them but still loves them, thats all that matters at the end of the day. These arent every day boots, at least not for most women.
hay weston have you done any Carolina Boot Review?
just bought a set of Linesmens from Carolina. Was looking for a review of any by the brand on here and couldn't find one. Would LOVE to know more about what I just bought!