Why Clarks' Desert Boot Is the Most Popular Chukka on Earth (Review)
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Based off of a shoe worn by British soldiers in North Africa during World War 2, the Desert boot is indisputably the most popular chukka boot on Earth and quite possibly one of the most iconic shoes of all time.
It’s also cheap, shapeless, and the sole is a mess. So why is it so darn popular?
FIRST GLANCE
Made in Vietnam, the Oakwood suede is the most popular version of the shoe. Ankle height with barely any laces to speak of, this is about as minimalist and no frills as a boot can get.
This is a basic, unpretentious, super informal boot. You’d have to be crazy to wear these with a suit or slacks, not just because they have practically no structure and just four eyelets per shoe, the sole is something else: it gets black with dirt almost immediately after you try them on and there’s very little stability.
But man oh man, is this a comfortable, good looking boot. Ever wanted to be able to walk outside in slippers? This is about as close as you’ll get, plus they’re great at dressing up casual outfits even - I’m going there - outfits with shorts. (Sometimes, anyway.)
LEATHER
A suede that, contrary to popular belief, is made in Vietnam by applying a small amount of wax to the suede in order to enhance its character. The Oakwood is a light sandy color that has no structyre and isn’t the strongest or dressiest suede around. It’s not waterproof, either (this is a Desert boot, after all) but it’s soft, comfy, and it breathes well in warm weather.
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LEATHER CARE
Clarks recommends using a suede brush to clean off dirt and for stains, use a rubber suede cleaner or just a regular pencil eraser. (Seriously.)
It’s unusual for people to use oils on suede because it can wreck the nappy finish, but you can try a wax like Otter Wax if you really want to care for this.
Want to waterproof the leather? I get the temptation and Kiwi’s suede protector would work, but the welt and the sole aren’t waterproof at all so it might not be worth it when you actually step into the rain.
SOLE
A crude form of natural rubber that is very soft, very cheap, and very informal. The comfort is a double-edged sword: it feels like you’re walking around in slippers, but you can also feel the ground beneath you when you step on gaps in the pavement and the like. You don’t feel well supported in these shoes. (Again, think slippers.)
It’s also pretty sensitive: it gets black with dirt on the first wear (so there’s no real point cleaning it), it gets stiff in the cold, it can melt in extreme heat, and it’s not all that waterproof.
But again, it’s very comfy and it’s actually able to be resoled if you hate it, although you have to ask if it’s worth paying half the price of the boots to do so.
A goodyear welted version of these, called the Desert Welt, is available for about $300 if the sole is your sticking point (and the cost isn’t).
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FIT & SIZING
I’m between 11.5 and 12 on a Brannock and I got these in an 11. I considered moving up to an 11.5 because the 11 was a little snug, but this suede stretches really quickly - I could feel it happening as I walked around their store on Madison Avenue here in New York. It’s true you can kind of see my toes if you take a close look and the 11.5 fit me fine enough, but I like a firm fit.
Just one width is available and there was no break in period at all.
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PRICE
About $130, sometimes closer to $120 on Amazon. Note that there are over a dozen varieties of this shoe, all of which vary in price - I’ve seen the khaki leather on sale for $60 per pair. Don’t expect the Oakwood to go on sale as often as other varieties, since it’s so popular.
PROS
Comfortable
Versatile with informal outfits
Inexpensive
Stylish (for the price)
CONS
Just one width available
Shapeless and blobby
Not durable
Kind of cheap looking
VERDICT
Just because they don’t cost $300 doesn’t mean they’re not worth getting. I like the way they spruce up informal outfits, I like the soft sole, and while it has a zillion and one issues I think at this price point it’s worth a buy. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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Started wearing these in 1968, we called them brothel creepers when I was in the royal navy
Very nostalgic. I haven’t worn desert boots in decades but what I remember was super comfortable, and they look great with jeans. For just kicking around they really are like outdoor slippers.
Totally agree, Mike!
the amount of research you put into these videos makes you stand out from other youtubers, keep up the good work!
Thank you so much, Vincent!
Great review, used to hear that Clarks makes great shoes, but never have the chance to try any yet. But I heard these boots are just legend. Hope could try one real soon
I wore these back in the 1960s with a pair of Levis.. Favourite mod fashion.
Andrew Cutts how fucking old are you
I still wear them with Levi’s a Fred Perry an a G9 jacket . Wore them to school 35 years ago too
@@user-yi3oi1om8l old enough to wear them in the 1960s with a pair of Levis, so anywhere from a child to a vampire
@@borp6912 I forgot I even made that comment 😭
CLARKS DESERT BOOTS,AND BASS WEEJUNS WAS OUR GO TO'S IN THE 60'S ISTILL HAVE MANY PAIRS OF BOTH AND STILL WEAR TODAY AT 72
Great review as always! Keep cranking out amazing content Nick! :)
You're the best! Thank you.
There's multiple different variations of this boot, and depending on the price is where the source materials come from. The gentleman's gazette did an informational piece on these if you're interested
Exactly like you said, I too get more questions and compliments about my Clarks Desert boots. I've worn the sand suede color for more than 20 years. Nothing looks letter with a pair of jeans than desert boots. Top-tip: Timberland insoles for and amazing feeling.
Desert boots were never worn in WW2 by Commonwealth soldiers with consistency. It's some kind of a legend: the standard issued boots were the black pebble-grained Ammo Boots - which are still made by William Lennon if you want to review it eventually (WM is some kind of a low-key-White uk company). It's true that they were discovered by the Western world thanks to the soldiers, but regarding the combat issuing, they were more of a private purchase made by officers or very small units.
Also, thanks for pointing out these are not "WINTER BOOTS", it's a concept quite hard to grasp for most of the people. I live in a very warm weather and they never bothered me but I always get the odd looks if I sport chukkas in hot seasons
Proper ammo boots come with hobnails, a metal toe piece and a metal horseshoe-shaped heel piece. Nick will NOT enjoy wearing those around NYC.
For a future video could you do a follow up with the made in Italy and England versions? I read they just reopened a plant in England. I've owned a Vietnamese made pair in Beeswax for a while and loved them and recently picked up a pair of Original Desert boots off of ebay. They were practically new and the orange stitching they had caught my eye. I discovered in the inside they were labeled made in England. Point is that they just feel of a higher quality. Great channel, I made sure to subscribe.
Thanks Victor! Yeah I really want to take a look at the Desert Welt some day and maybe compare it to Thursday's Scout, two solid Goodyear welted chukkas for under $200.
Clarks desert boots are iconic, been wearing them for years, love them.
VERY iconic. Just got the one pair?
Stridewise Three pairs. It's essential that I own a leather pair for UK winters.
I had a pair for about 15 yes then my dog decided to eat one
Best review I've found on TH-cam..very informative and covers all area....great job!
Thanks so much Yossavin! Stay a while and watch some others :)
hi thanks for the video. What is your opinion about J Crew Kenton Men’s Leather Boots? may be you can say something about their quality and are they worthy to buy. May be review one day? Thanks
Just got my third pair of Desert boot last week. The Clarks are what I wear these days (I wanted to get away from wearing running shoes all of the time). For more "formal" occasions, I wear Clarks Wallabees (an upgraded desert boot). I've been wearing Clarks shoes for more than 30 years. I find them to be stylish for my "look", and a good value for the money.
man i knew about the Bushacres and the Desert Welt but not the Wallabees, those are like moc toe Desert boots. Interesting! Glad you like them, Michael.
I Do prefer the Desert Trek model:) I’ve gotten 2 pairs of that particular model, a suede one (beigne) and a beeswax one (brown). So comfortable!!!! I wear them everyday to work!!!
Great Review as always!
Thanks my man, glad to see you came back!
Good, in depth review. Love mine.
There were all the rage in the late 70s when I was a teen. They would sell for 50 French francs, and we'd go thru two pairs a year...
I fell in love with this shoes in 2020,i have 3 pairs of different colors now... Can literally wear them with anything
Is oakwood suede the same as sand suede? Because I can't find oakwood on Clarks's website.
1 of my favorite summer footwear. Have you reviewed / compared Astroflex?
Hello i want buy this shoes but confused with the size.. do i need to actual size or one size bigger? Thank you for your answer
I wear some Clark's in High School and girls liked them ;)
Absolute classic, look great with jeans and available in quite a few colours plus the beeswax leather which are killer...
I appreciate the honest review. I had this boot on my "to get list" but the way you laid out the pros and cons made me realize I can pass on these boots. Nothing against them, they're just not for me.
I'm new to your channel and I hope it continues to grow. Good stuff.
Thanks a ton! I've had a couple of people say this review convinced them not to buy the shoes - and I thought this was a pretty positive review! Haha
Stridewise LOL
@@Stridewise It is a positive review; these boots are an acquired taste; they’re not for every guy; I love mine as I suspect you do!
I'm sorry, but I let out a good chuckle when you have those with shorts haha
Nice review, and nice polo shirt, I wear the same one often. 😉
Haha the one from Uniqlo? Mine is so shapeless (like the boots) I need a new one. Been looking at the Vesper from Mack Weldon but I don't like how meshy it is.
Stridewise lol.. the lighting tricked me. I thought you may have had on a Sunspel. 😉
Hey hi!!! Great video. When do you bought your Clarks?????
Thanks Chitesh! These were a couple of weeks old when I reviewed them, so not all that old. The sole gets black like that after the first day haha
Trendy, yet old-school,...timeless.
You say that the crepe sole is soft and squishy, but I swear mine are stiff and not squishy. Think it will soften up with use or am I stuck with it?
Any chance you'll review the Red Wing Work Chukka? Seems like a nice blend of Americana esthetic with a British chukka boot.
I think they are cool looking, but when I tried them on in the store I found that they were very narrow. Clarks doesn't offer wide widths so I tried on the next size up which were too long and still too narrow. They look good on you.
I recently bought a new pair of suede Sanders Holborn Chukkas, but I also looked at the Church's Ryder lll, Loake Kempton and a couple of others. The Sanders are a G UK fit which is equivalent to a EE US width. The Sanders are a bit wide on me so I think I'm going to send them back. Not positive which boot I will buy, but if you have had any experience with quality suede chukkas, I'd appreciate your thoughts. Thanks, Brian
Hey Brian, I'm afraid I'm not quite an expert in chukkas! I quite like Red Wing's and Thursdays, can't quite remember off the top of my head what their suede is like, though.
Could you tell me. Which type of this Clark ? And color? Of this Cool ur one
I wear the Bushacre 2 and I find it quite nice, if not a bit uncomfortable (which is probably because it was my first boot).
I think I should do a comparison of the two one day, though I feel like the whole video would just be "the sole has more grip" haha
In my experience, the sand color is very versatile and can be worn with more formal chinos and say a herringbone sports jacket, as well as navy blue jeans.
Monkey boots, Doc Martens, Clark’s Desert boots.... the classic footwear of 60s 70s and 80s British youth subcultures .
From the land where ‘brutally hot asphalt’ doesn’t exist.
These brands will always be fantastic
Good question i have a pair of iron rangers that need a sole. Should i resole those for just under 150 or would it be good just to buy some of these clarks?
I'd resole the Iron Rangers, honestly! They'll last a lot longer.
Would you say Clark's boots run about as large as Red Wings? I had to go down a full size when I bought a pair of Red Wing Rovers.
Is this the SUede leather ?looks very soft
As always love your reviews man. I just get myself to like those crepe soles, though.
You know Red Wing's moc toe boots are made with a much more durable crepe sole if you kinda like them and kinda don't!
Stridewise more than the material or the feel it's the way it looks that I don't like.
I get that. I honestly had no idea it was the same material as Red Wing's moc toe though, turns out there can be a ton of difference in softness/durability among different crepe soles. Clark's is definitely on the softer/crappier side, haha. Keep an eye out for a review of Red Wing's moc toe in the future.
Stridewise I will, thank you.
I've wanted a pair for quite some time. You just talked me out of it. Thanks for being honest.
Haha here I thought this was a somewhat positive review! We all value different aspects differently, I guess. Glad I could have been helpful :) As many have suggested, the Bushacre is pretty much the same but with a sturdier sole if that's your main issue, though I can't see it in Oakwood suede amzn.to/2uBVZrP
Try the bushacre 2 or 3 beeswax
I wear ‘em (dark chocolate) with a gray flannel heavy chalk stripe suite with a matching suede belt. Got the idea from the late Sen. DPM (D-NY).
nice review. good shoe. mayo
wore these when i was a kid 1960-1970s don't step in gasoline ,the gum rubber sole will melt instantly,good and comfy shoe,kinda like a moccasin..
Oh I'm glad I mentioned the gasoline thing in the video! I was worried it might have been a myth, haha.
Who is spilling puddles of gasoline on the streets lol?
I wear the bushacre 2 beeswax leather all summer long working hvac. They hold up for years. Takes months to break in though
Bushacres as work boots? Wow, I'll have to try them out, Shawn!
Can you review Tecovas The Earl boot? it's a western boot but not gaudy or anything.
Not planning on doing Western boots any time soon, Miguel, but maybe down the line!
Isn’t it funny how these get you so many compliments. Some of my cheaper boots - such as Dr Martens (my work boots) and Red Wing moc toe (that I gave to my Dad) - have gotten me loads of compliments. Yet some of my more expensive boots, such as the Snowdon, Skye and Russian Radnor by Crockett & Jones, seldom get compliments outside of hardcore shoe and boot lovers.
Exactly!
That’s because most people have no idea about good shoes.
Great review. By that, I mean an honest overview of the pros and cons of the boot by someone who knows a bit about them. I like the look but decided they are not for me.
Thanks a bunch, Keefe! It's funny I've had some people say it's a positive review and others say this review talked them out of buying the shoes, which I think means I did my job.
Agreed, I watched the video because i was interested in getting a pair. The review was very well presented and informative. However, after watching, I dont think they're for me. Thank you.
Hello friend, this beautiful boot of the desert clarks, I would like to know what her color is, thank you
Oakwood suede
@@Stridewisetks friend
Out of curiosity, what would you say is the color? The oak suede is much brighter on the website.
Eh. Tan? Light khaki?
Because it the best chuka, following the Originals made in Egypt for North African troops especially Sas etc. I have 2 pairs and love them, well for summer, not really winter in Britain that's for sure. Oh and i wear mine with Jeans and Chinos all the time.
Chinos would be fine but slacks I would protest haha
Do you think these are better than Thursday's Scout chukka? I have them and they look so much better than Clark's. I believe I paid 130 for my Thursday's too
sparater no I think Thursdays chukkas are miles better in quality. They’re just a tiny bit pricier ($150) but I should note that some varieties of Clark’s , like khaki leather, can fall all the way to $60/pair.
So Clark’s is cheaper but Thursday better value
I have chukkas of this particular commonly seen style, but also 2 really good pairs of UK military pattern desert boots directly styled after the ones issued in WW2 to all british and UK forces. Clark's chukka boots are very nice indeed and quite comfortable for everyday use and wear, but being a military historian/reenactor, i prefer the "issued look". If anyone wants to see what i'm talking about just look up whatpriceglory or onlinemilitaria, online . they sell reproductions of the issued boots i speak of,plus others like ammo boots as well as U.S. G.I. boots.(i paid 65 bucks for my desert boots and they are great cause they can be resoled if need be).
Habitat skateboarding company made a pair i loved em as a kid I looked goofy as hell because Osiris an DVS were the shiznez
The most amazing footwear in the sixties here in the UK.
The 190 dollar boots suede upper and textured crepe sole is very nice, considering that leather is from Stead. I’d like to see a review on that.
Yeah I like the idea of comparing this CDB to the fancy one, or the Asian made Doc Martens 1460 to the UK made, etc. etc. Popular versions and their fancier counterparts. Something for down the line!
Stridewise I just got the brown suede on sale 30% off so it came out to the same price As the Vietnam desert boot. The high end one is really nice, but I still wouldn’t pay 190 since it’s not worth the extra 60 bucks when compared to the 130. The 30% ford sealed the deal
At 15 seconds, what kind of jeans are those? They look great with these boots.
Those are Levi's 513 slim straight, which they don't make much of anymore! You'd have to check to see if they're still available in that color.
@@Stridewise gotta be levis
HEADS UP if you're ever in London get yourself to Blackmans on Cheshire st, just off Brick Lane in - you can get basically the same boot but for £20, cant go wrong!
If I'm in London I'm getting some Loake boots !
£20, mate!
Best boots ever 👌😍
Looks comfy for a day off by the beach
Hey, Desert boots are made for sand, after all :)
Stridewise yeah the dust from the beach match the boot also
which is better
I think they are expensive for what they are, but they still look nice. They are definitely iconic, heritage from the 60s, George Harrison and Steve Mc QUeen. They look coo if you have a british style, but they can be more or less formal, You can go to a concert or put them with a smart look in the office. Very versatile.
how do they compare to the red wing weekender chukka!?
way lighter, more flexible, and less durable. so it depends on your priorities!
@@Stridewise cool thanks :)
Awesome
Thanks Harold!
Just a great comfortable, kick around chukka with jeans, and dress up your casual with a button down shirt and sport coat. Great shoe, Clark also for years did a version with a moc toe, and crepe sole that was wedge shaped. ..great comfortable casual shoe...
Glad you like yours so much, Ron!
You gotta try ASTORFLEX!!
I don't consider $130 to be cheap. Actually they retail for about $150 now. To me cheap is $50 or less. Granted they are not top grain leather with a Dainite sole, but they are very, very comfortable and they look nice for a casual boot and that has a lot to be said for it. I own a pair in black suede and they will never show dirt. The tops are rugged and they can be resoled should you one want to do that. They go great with jeans or chinos and lets face it, you don't buy these to go with a charcoal suit or any suit for that matter. I consider them a great addition to my wardrobe and they will get a lot of use from me. And Clark is the original desert boot and they know how to make em right. These are not junk by any means.
Clarks were & still are worn with suits . Many youth cultures in the UK & abroad wore them with trousers & suits [ Mods, skins, suedeheads & Jamaican rude boys ect ] . Trousers are cut above the ankle to show off the boots , still see people today wearing Clarks desert boots with suits here in the UK , grey tailored suit with black suede CDB, looks great .
I assumed the suede on clarks was simply synthetic suede, similar to what you would see on many skateboard shoes such as Vans. Are you sure it's real suede?
I just ordered mine today, got a steal (60$ bucks). Size 8.
Nice work!
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Great channel bro! Can you make a doc martens review?
I think I might, Luis!
Are they good year welted?
Stichdown. Still resoelable at pretty much any cobbler though.
No, they are theoretically resoleable. I have heard some cobblers dont want to deal with crepe. I have a five year old pair that are still wearable, and they're sneaker priced.
The guy at Clarks said it was a combination rapid stitch and cemented sole. Definitely not Goodyear welted, though The Desert Welt from Clarks is this boot with a Goodyear welt. To be honest if you want a Goodyear welted Desert boot it's a lot cheaper to get a $150 Scout Chukka from Thursday Boot Company.
Of course you can wear them with shorts.
However, Clarks are now made in the Far East and similar styles by other brands, such as Roamers desert boots, are a lot cheaper. That said, the soles on Roamers don’t last long but they are cheap enough that buying a new pair is cheaper than a resole for a standard leather shoe.
Yeah the resole-ability is always a toss up.
That's weird. My father owns the same pair but they're not lined, it's just leather. Anyway I prefer the Bushacre 2 on the Beeswax finish because they're more structured, the sole is a more modern compound so it will be more comfortable and durable and the beeswax finish is just way more sturdy than suede and will look way better after some wear and tear, as they're coated with oils and waxes they never really stain, they will repel water drops (although I wouldn't purposely use them on wet days because the sole is not attached in a waterproof way).
yeah I hear a lot of guys prefer the Bushacre! I might have to give it a look as well.
I agree that they can work with shorts.
Found a "worn only twice" pair on eBay just now for $35 plus $13 shipping. Figured why not?
Oh yeah, that's a good deal
I have a pair but they're slightly lighter than yours. They say made in Italy inside. They were only £70 and they're pretty much the only thing I have worn this summer. I also used to wear Clarks shoes as a kid and so have my kids when they were young. I've had compliments about them which surprised me ( in a good way ) because these are quite plain, anonymous boots. Then again that's probably part of their appeal. I'll ask my colleagues about the tannery since I work in Leeds. Another great impartial and unbiased review, keep them coming. There's people who have been doing it longer than you and who have more subscribers than you who don't do anywhere as good a job as you. You don't spend all the video saying "beautiful" and " American craftsmanship" , that's all I'm going to say...😉
Thanks so much Gary! CF Stead makes suede for the fancier Desert Welt boots from Clarks but these ones get leather from Vietnam, at least according to the guys on Clarks customer service line I spoke with. There are so many channels where every single review is positive, it's because they're trying to get people to click their 'buy' links so they make a profit. Even if they're not trying to do that, it's boring when a reviewer just likes everything. I'm glad you find my videos impartial :)
Stridewise I get why they do it. If I had a TH-cam channel I'd probably do the same if I was offered enough money. However saying everything is great all the time isn't just unhelpful it's boring to watch because you already know what they're going to say. I googled CF Stead , I know exactly where they are in Leeds. I've been passed many, many times without really noticing it.
Afrikaners in South Africa have been wearing these for centuries. We call them either velskoene (skin shoes) or, more correctly, veldskoene (field shoes). They are traditionally the footwear of farmers, and are very comfortable in stirrups - both as farmers and commandos, Afrikaners spent much time in the saddle. They were never meant to be stylish. They are made in both leather and suede.
Very interesting, Phillip!
I wish that Thursday boots had the desert color with eyelet inserts.
That is surprising they don't have a desert chukka!
@@Stridewise I would purchase a desert chukka so fast if Thursday made it. But they also need to add metal eyelets to their chukka boots I'm afraid that laces would stretch out eyelets.
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I actually prefer the cheaper bush acres with the regular brown rubber sole
You can buy Thursday Boots Chukka boots for $149
and they look a lot better too! Lol
No comment on the half-length footbed?!
I've had multiple pairs of Desert Boots. Unfortunately the construction is horrible. The soles separated from the uppers after a few months of regular wear. Wasn't worth resoling. Good review man!
Yeah that does not surprise me in the least haha. Glad you liked the vid!
My mom always got me on Clark's since I was a kid , my mom knows
Extremely comfortable boot
True!
I love this video but I think the only weird part is he wearing them with shorts I don't know why that rubs me the wrong way but besides that these boots are some of the most comfortable boots ever these are the ones that got me into boots had mine for 2 years
Are they Durable?
Nah, not really.
@@Stridewise but they can be beaten up? Because i am new to boots and really like them
I had a pair and they did not fit correctly, The laces are set too low and they feel like they are falling off my feet
Yeah for a lot of people chukkas just don't feel right.
Steve Clarke i had the same problem, i just punched a few extra lace holes higher up, works good !
Even with socks (white) they go well with "bermudas" (long shorts): Safari style.
I believe it Marco!
Get the bushacre. The sole is much more durable.
Those soles are so damn hard though, and still wear slick in no time.
Ooh, a good compromise between the Desert boot and the Desert Welt. Good recommendation!
Wallabees next, i hope?
I think if I do a "sequel" to this video it'll probably be the Desert Welt, although there does seem to be a lot of interest in a comparison of the Desert Boot and Wallabees so maybe I will write that up!
i just bought the same pair on sale for $ 70.00.
fred perry,vintage levi's and a pair of clarks desert boots classic mod atire
We rock them with anything in 🇯🇲
Clarks is the best🗣
Yeah I hear they're super popular in Jamaica! That's really interesting, I would be interested in learning why
Stridewise got got our independence from the english.... you can check out a few songs on youtube an see how much we love them...Vybz Kartel clarks
I wear Wallabees
I'd say they're not really comfortable, with specific reference to the footbed. When I tried them on at the store, there was a sharp difference in rise between the forefoot bed and the heel, for lack of a shank. I've always wanted one, but I ended up not buying it. I understand that the Desert Coal model has addressed most of the cons of this model.
They say that the crepe sole is soft and squishy and that their are great for standing, but did you find that to be the case? Did you feel pressure in your heels?
@@DwyaneWadeCounty I can understand how crepe soles can be squishy and comfortable. It is, however, the way the sole of the Desert Boot is made, with a heel but with no shank. The downward transition was drastic such that I felt a sharp downward angle between my heels and the rest of my feet. I attribute it to the lack of a shank, which is quite discernible with a squishy sole. Hence, the Wallaby would be more comfortable since it has a flat sole.
I was hoping for more history on the thing in WW2, if it was actually used in combat(doubt it but...) or was just a back at base shoe like how guys in Afghanistan bring stuff like crocs (we ain't as fashionable as the older folk) to wear on FOB when not in their boots. Wish they were cheaper, seems like the name adds more to the price than actual materials considering their materials are apparently lower quality than the originals.
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Not WW2 but makes me wonder.
Yeah it's surprising how much people love the history of these boots! They were made for soldiers during the Western Desert Campaign in North Africa in WW2, whether it was for casual or active use I guess I'm not totally sure but there are a lot of really indepth articles out there about them. Raphael made this video that spends a bit more time on the history: th-cam.com/video/991S_mRpRd0/w-d-xo.html Maybe the title I used for this video made it sound less like a review and more like a documentary!
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Wearing these with shorts is sick 😂
Of course they can be worn with shorts. You can wear anything with shorts. You can wear black oxfords if you want to.
Wear whatever you like. Make your own fashion rules.