5.0 out of 5 stars Built to Last…………

m.r. · 3 January 2025

The quality of this boot is second to none.They are very strong and the leather looks durable.On the feet they are comfortable and will definitely improve once broken in,like all Redwing footwear.Pay the asking price,these boots are repairable and will last for years.

5.0 out of 5 stars Best boots of all time

L.L.d.S. · 7 October 2019

The high quality of this leather, it's colour, the perfect rubber material of the Vibram outsole, the sensation of comfort and protection you feel once you put these boots on, ready to hit all kinds of terrain either earth or asfalt, all of this makes these boots top of the list for any boot lover !And the break in period ? After all the figth I had to go through to break in the 8119 Iron Rangers these turned out to be surprisingly easy. I've worn them non stop since day one ! The secret ? the right size - I've sized down half a size from my normal shoe size while for the IR I had to go down a full size - and the 23 shoe last which is more in agreement with my feet's configuration than the 8 shoe last of the Iron Ranger.So, to make it the best or one the best boots of all times, all one needs is to like it's design. Me ? I'm a Moc Toes' guy !!!!!

5.0 out of 5 stars What colour you want .

m.p. · 17 August 2019

These boots where a gift for my husband which he’d wanted for sometime . Not cheep but they” fit like a glove” he said. Well worth money .

5.0 out of 5 stars Just brilliant. I received these as a birthday present and ...

a. · 29 January 2016

Just brilliant. I received these as a birthday present and they are perfect. They needed a bit of breaking in as the leather is very tough but after a few long walks and some dubbin they are like a second skin.

5.0 out of 5 stars These boots were made for ...... anything you like really

G. · 12 May 2015

I bought these as a replacement for a pair I had worn to death - really pleased with them and the price was very competitive.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent

V. · 4 January 2017

The best boots I have ever owned.

Respire la qualité

U. · 6 January 2017

J'ai longtemps hésité avant d'investir dans ces chaussures.Au final je ne regrette pas mon achat.Le produit respire la qualité, cuir épais qui va vraiment durer dans le temps, couture parfaite. Du made in USA.Je chausse du 45 en New balance ou Reebok.J'ai pris du 44 pour cette paire comme j'avais lu que ca chaussait grand et c'est la taille idéal.

Fits normal size for me

M.P. · 29 August 2017

On this particular offering from Bolo, there appears to be multiple different Red Wing boots depending on which color you click on. The ones I got were style #8146, which are the moc toe version with the Briar oil slick leather. I have previously and currently own numerous pair of 6" and 8" lace up boots from Red Wing, Alden, and Allen Edmonds, all of which are made in America (at least for the Red Wing Heritage line). The latter two tend to be more expensive and for this higher expense you get a better quality leather and IMO a little better fit. However, I have always liked Red Wing boots, and while I have had problems with their foreign made products, the Heritage line is as good as Red Wings ever have been.The construction of this boot includes Goodyear welt, Vibram lug sole, cork midsole, nickle riveted eyelets, and a steel shank, all of which are what you want in a good work boot. If you need at good boot for 8 hours + on your feet wear, do not compromise on any of these features. Just a note on the Vibram sole, I had a pair of Red Wings that I wore regularly for 10 years and it took that long for the Vibram lugs to wear down to the rest of the sole. The 8146 does not have speed lacers, which I don't particularly like for 6" boots.As far as sizing and break-in goes, I recommend you have your foot measured or do some research online regarding measuring them yourself rather than going with your size in some other footwear. For an unlined work boot, I will always wear thick wool socks and with such I find these boots are very much true to size. I've owned other Red Wing boots made on the same last and I knew what to expect. For best results, visit a Red Wing store and have yourself properly fitted. I suspect some of the complaints with comfort others have experienced are due to improper fittings. You can also expect the boot to feel different after break-in as your feet settle into the cork midsole. I recommend going with your measured size initially, then sizing up or down as needed to get the right fit rather than relying on what someone else did, who may or may not have been every properly sized and/or may have a very different foot shape. The reason the 23 last has been used by Red Wing for decades is because it fits most people well. I also recommend that when you are getting measured or are trying these on, wear the type of socks you intend on wearing with them. Personally for work boots I go with a thick good quality wool blend that has a high wool content. Anything else and you're inviting blisters and poor comfort. Always wash wool socks inside out in cold water and hang them to dry.The leather on these boots is pretty typical of Red Wing boots. It's mid-range in terms of quality, but the leather is made thicker for higher durability. This means it's going to take longer to break in, but will eventually soften up nicely and flex the way your feet move once the creases form. The oil impregnated leather is going to last for many years even if you do nothing in the way of care, but if you want them to stay looking good keep them clean and brushed regularly and hit them with some leather conditioner and polish a couple of times per year.All-in-all I'd have to say I'm pretty pleased with my purchase. I have no reason to believe I won't get many years of good service from them as I have had from my other most favored pairs of Red Wings. Considering the quality of construction and proper elements of a good boot, these are an excellent value.Edit: So I'm more than a year into these boots. I wear them about once or twice a week as I have several other boots as well. They did break in quite nicely and after a bit of wear they look better than new. My only real complaint is I don't really like the Vibram sole on this boot. I have Vibram on other heavier boots, but I think I'd prefer the nitrile cork sole that's on some of the others in the Heritage line. Vibram might be a good thing if you needed the off-pavement traction. Otherwise it isn't well suited to this boot.

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Perfect Classic Boot

d. · 1 January 2019

I am very impressed! The leather is very thick and soft and seems like it will age nicely. The Vibram lug sole seems a little softer than a Vibram kletterlift or montagna which is nice in the cold. This is a no frills classic boot that looks great! There is room to add an insole which is probably a good idea seeing as these are built without any cushioning material between the footbed and sole. I would say they are a proper boot fit made to wear with thick socks, otherwise sizing down is probably a good idea. These are exactly what I was looking for!

Good service

J.y. · 17 August 2020

I should have ordered sizDD otherwise all good.