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Beckett Simonon Gallagher Boot Review | 3 Years Later

The boot world at the $200 range can be a luck of the draw. Between a sea of lackluster anchor store brands and worn out Aldens, you get contenders like the

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Danner vs Thorogood Boots | Best Moc Toes Under $300?

Today, we are looking at two popular moc toe style work boots: the Danner Bull Run in brown, and Thorogood’s American Heritage 6” Moc Toe in black. Danner

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Why Horween Leather Company is America’s Best Tannery

When it comes to leather, few tanneries can match the quality and craftsmanship of Horween Leather Company. Based in Chicago and founded in 1905, Horween has

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The 5 Dumbest Things About Raw Denim

Expert Verified By: Bahzad Trinos, Creative Director & Product Development, Naked & Famous Denim Raw denim has gained a cult following, with hundreds

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How to Break In Doc Martens (Fast) | Expert Advice

Expert Verified By: Weston Kay, Founder & Leather Worker, Rose Anvil This article will discuss how to break in Doc Martens. We'll dispel myths like

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Tom Sachs Nikecraft General Purpose Shoe Review | The Boot Guy’s Favorite Sneaker

If I told you what I was wearing was meant to be a boring tool, used and abused, and resoleable — you would assume I’m wearing a boot, right? But a Nike

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Women’s Dr Martens Review | The Sinclair Platform Boots

One of my many masochistic traits is an undying attraction to difficult people. Give me an emotionally unavailable, hard-to-please, uncompromising, kinda rude

Brunt Boots Review 2024 | Is The Marin Actually a Comfortable Workboot?

If you've spent any time on social media looking at boots, you've likely seen ads for Brunt Workwear. And, if you're wondering whether Brunt Boots are good for

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Rancourt’s Penny Loafer Review | Why Hand Sewn Mocs Matter

Versatility is always something I look for in my footwear. It’s fun to have unique pieces, but with costs rising it can be tough to justify $300 to $400 for

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Are Dievier’s Nomads the Most Affordable Moc Toe Boots?

Dievier is a new boot company based in San Diego that's managing to bring something new to the table: resoleable moc toes that are even cheaper than Thursday

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How to Clean, Condition, and Waterproof Your Blundstone Boots

Blundstone makes comfortable, durable, casual leather boots, but knowing exactly how to care for yours can be tricky. As someone who owns the Blundstone 500 in

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9 Best Leather Sneakers for Men 2025 | Minimalist, Low Profile, Dressy Sneaks

Whether you're a sneakerhead or not, there is no denying the enduring appeal of leather sneakers as staples in any wardrobe. They're easy to walk in, come in

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Can Snakes Bite Through Rubber Boots? (The 5 Best Snake Proof Boots)

Rubber boots can protect you from many things, but they only offer partial protection from snake bites. A rubber boot can be helpful at protecting you from a

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Why Wonder Looper Made (Probably) The World’s Heaviest Hoodie and Tee

Expert Verified By: Bahzad Trinos, Creative Director & Product Development, Naked & Famous Denim & Wonder Looper There's always a subset of guys

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How To Care For Red Wing Boots (and Every Leather They Come In)

Red Wing Heritage boots are a popular choice for work and casual wear due to their durability and timeless style. They're handmade here in the United States,

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Thursday Knockout Boots Review | The Chelseas With Attitude

As a 5’8” woman, I used to be queen of the flat shoe. Residual insecurities from middle school when I was taller than all the boys, I guess. But recently, a

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Caswell Bootmakers Review | Rugged Leathers With Dressy Lasts

I have been a long-time boot fan, an interest I attribute to my time in the National Guard in a Military Police unit. I know I may get flack from other current

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Review: The Classic 8” LL Bean Men’s Bean Boot Is Misunderstood

It would be easy to call the Classic 8” LL Bean Men's Bean Boot “iconic,” and accurate as well, but the Bean Boot does something more. It transcends this

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The 5 Rarest Alden Boots You’ll Never Find

For this article, we found ourselves in the wild suburbs of New Jersey with JD Sasso (make sure to follow him on Instagram). He is the king of all things, Alden

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Tecovas’ Boots Review | Is the Earl the Perfect Cowboy Boot for Everyone?

Whether you’re true blue, honest-to-God cowpuncher, or a Brooklyn hipster looking to add a little bit of Western flair into your folksy wardrobe, odds are

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Thursday Vanguard vs Captain | Is One Boot Better for Your Needs?

For the longest time, newcomers to boots defaulted to the Red Wing Iron Ranger for their first boot. But since the arrival of Thursday Boot Company, there's a

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Thursday Racer Jacket Review | The Best Value Leather Jacket?

A fine leather jacket is a rite of passage. They can be luxurious, elegant, badass, or all of the above. For some, it can even be the defining wardrobe

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How to Distress Leather Boots | 5 Ways to Get The Worn In Look Fast

Leather boots are a classic and stylish choice for any wardrobe, but sometimes a brand-new pair can look too polished and perfect. If you want to give your

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Review: Cockpit USA and their Type 440 USN Carrier Jacket

Leather jackets, like denim jeans, are a wardrobe staple that never goes out of style. They look effortlessly cool, bleed masculinity, and will last for decades

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