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It's a Boot Time
We consult a wide range of industry experts, from cobblers and bootmakers to hobbyists and collectors, to create informative boot guides to help you find the best casual, durable boots.
Don't buy Timberlands until you've read this guide, as many of Timberland boots run big. I learned that the hard way when I bought my premium 6-inch waterproof
What's the story with Doc Martens and their sizing? They don't have half sizes or wide sizes. So, for a large percentage of the population, they won't fit
If you've spent any time shopping for boots, you've come across the never-ending barrage of boot jargon: moc toe, plain toe, cap toe, steel toe — we've not even
Howdy, are you wondering how should cowboy boots fit or planning to pull the trigger on that cowboy look? Whether it is your first time buying a pair of
Note: This article is kind of sponsored by Lefarc, a tannery that supplies leather to brands like Thursday Boot Company, Timberland, and Saddleback. They didn't
Dressing up with boots can seem like a risky endeavor, but there are real benefits to picking boots over oxford shoes! Boots aren't just for factory workers:
A boot isn't necessarily worse if it's made overseas, but there are plenty of legitimate reasons to shop American made. Maybe you want to support your
The best boots are durable, and the most longlasting boots are resoleable, and resoleable boots are more complex than sneakers, so they cost more to make. So
Expert Verified By: Trenton Potter, Cobbler & Footwear Expert Stiffness is the ultimate paradox with a brand-new pair of boots. Sure, one day in the
What exactly is a boot shank? Simply put, the shank is a load-bearing piece of steel (or another hard, inflexible material) that is sandwiched between the
I own well over a hundred pairs of boots; I've traveled the world to find the best boots for men. I've interviewed experts, including bootmakers, cobblers, and
Casual Durable™.
Yup, we even trademarked it. Just because you’re dressed down, doesn’t mean you have to dress bad.
This site started to help guys find the best boots for their dollar and has since expanded to cover the highest quality casual menswear, from leather jackets to selvedge jeans to canvas bags — the kind of simple, fashionproof classics that help you get dressed without overthinking your “style.” Read more
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