How Getting Interested in Good Boots Made Me a Better Dresser

I do not necessarily consider myself a well dressed man (yet), however, I do pay attention to the clothes I wear and how I present myself. In a way, I always had. There was always a style that I wanted to capture or an aura that I wanted my clothing to emit. I cannot tell … Read more

Wolverine 1000 Mile Vs. Thursday Captain Boot – Which Boot Is Better?

I’ve been surprised by how many people have asked for a comparison of these two boots, but not that surprised. To me, this comparison seems to embody the state of the industry: old versus new, tradition versus innovation. In one corner we have the old lion of the boot world: the iconic 1000 Mile from … Read more

Red Wing Iron Ranger Vs. Wolverine 1000 Mile – Which Is the Best Men’s Boot?

It’s here: the ultimate boot showdown. The question of Red Wing versus Wolverine has been the most hotly debated since time immemorial (or at least since online message boards were invented) and with good cause. The two companies’ flagship boots — the Iron Ranger and the 1000 Mile — are true icons of American footwear. … Read more

Wolverine 1000 Mile Review — Are They Tough Enough?

Founded all the way back in 1883 — way before the mutton-chopped comic book character — Wolverine has a long history that includes a stint developing pigskin gloves for the U.S. Navy during World War 2. The company launched their iconic 1000 Mile boot in the 1910s after developing an unusual method of processing shell … Read more