Friday, February 9, 2018

READER MAIL - MY TOP 10 FOR AMAZING BOOTS UNDER $1K


Hi,

My name is Jay & I live in Seattle. I am very interested in finding an amazing pair of engineer boots. I wear size 10m ... can you help me?

Jay

www.vintageengineerboots.com
Chippewa 27899 (classic buckle)

Jay, 

Thanks for the e-mail! While the Chippewa 27899s might be considered a place holder or gateway boots, they are still one of my favorites with regard to price, durability and classic styling. The other boots on my list definitely fall into the "amazing" category. 

The spreadsheet I whipped up below shows my top picks for boots under $1,000 and while I personally have paid well over this on a number of occasions, I feel this price is the threshold for what I consider to be reasonably acceptable. The only time I would ever consider spending more than a grand on boots again is if I run across something vintage and it has to be something spectacular--stick with the boots on this list and you will not be disappointed. 


Red Wing 2966

It appears they have one size left that happens to be a 10D!

Re:Broth (Godfather last)

Wesco 7400

Viberg (2050 last)
Source: Viberg.com

Attractions Lot.444

Black Sign Aviator/Engineer
Source: bs_nishiura

This is more for someone with an established collection and looking for something different. Not recommended for a first pair. I'm definitely considering adding this to my collection.

 Black Sign Aviator/Engineer
Source: bs_nishiura

Dappers Lot.1142
Source: Dappers.jp

Mister Freedom® Road Champ


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