i really appriciate a company that makes every attempt to stay american made and sourced i don't think people understand how neccesary it is for any country to thrive, than to enable and promote skilled labor, i understand the common argument against buying a boot this expensive my immediate solution is to save and have a few quality items rather than a large quantity of cheaply made items produced overseas in countries that care little about liberty and freedom i wish nicks and other companies more success and prosperity as they attempt to make america great again
In the "how it's made" videos no questions are answered about why things are done. Like skiving. Wasn't totally sure why it was done and this vid answers all that. Thanks so much!!
Very cool! 2-3 hours touch time, interesting...sounds like real efficiency to put together such a quality product in that amount of time. These folks are pros. These boots are amazing.
I mean honestly I can't see why people gripe about a $500-600 boot. The man just showed you how these boots are hand crafted. I love watching these videos especially the craftsmanship that goes into these boots. You get what you pay for people, your making an investment in something that could last for years and years if properly taken care of like anything else. Just my thoughts. Thank you.
Very cool! I was in town in June to get properly fitted and place an order. I grew up in Spokane and I’ve wanted a pair of Nick’s since I was a kid…only 13-19 more weeks to go!
@@nicksusa 😍. As an amateur/hobbiest bootmaker I always thought the (painstaking) traditional welt I've been hand sewing was the pinnacle of construction. I naively didnt think about the fine dust/dirt that could eventually creep under the welt as you demonstrated in another recent video about your newer rubber 365 welted boots. Dang. Thank you for your transparency to show how you make things and why you do. One day when i have enough cash set up I'll buy my holy grail boots from you guys in colour no8. -virtus leather ryan
Can’t wait to finally get my Nicks boots. Ordered back in October, was told 16-20 weeks lead time. Apparently when custom fitted, a measurement was missed and wasn’t contacted until 2 months later, further delaying my order ( don’t understand why when order was payed in full and Nicks had the order and weren’t going to make the boots for another 4 months). Still no update to the status of my boots.
It's not unusual for a smaller business to have a customer pay up front for anything considered a custom job, which most of their boots are. Even if you're buying a 'stock configuration', it still involves a lot of hands on work and time investment.
I am surprised both by how small the footprint of your production space is compared to your brand presence, and to the short hands-on time (~2.5 hrs) to make a pair of boots (or was that per boot?). In either case. That really speaks to the experience and skill the staff has, particularly in considering the quality of your boots. Great tour!
Thanks for the tour Grant , now I know how my current boots have been thru all these stages and how my Merryman boots will be done in several weeks from now . With all the additional styles added to your catalog is Nicks going to have to expand to keep up with demand ? I sure hope the quality doesn't slip , you guys have some fantastic craftsmen there......better keep them all happy !!
@@nicksusa I hope not ! Be nice if we get to see some of your team in person if they don't mind being on camera . The biker fellow that does the sewing looks to be a hard worker and treats the machine with TLC as I'm sure he does with his bike. 👍
Nicks USA how common is it to need a larger upper compared to the lower? can you maybe do a video on that, showing what a size 10 or 11 upper looks like compared to a size 9 for example.
hi there i ordered some boots with 4 row toe cap i ordered the smooth side out for top and bottom, but im kinda curious have you ever done smooth out bottom and top with ruff out for the toe cap? im wondering if that would be a good idea im getting the toe cap because im nervous i'll wear out the toe leather usally have rubber toe caps or tuff toe applicated, but wasnt going to do that with my nicks
I have to say y’all make an amazing product even though the wait time isn’t fun especially when you buy something new and you want to put it on right away. Things aren’t easy right now especially in the hiring process. Keep up the great work!
To me, hand made means one craftsman making the boots from start to finish using traditional methods. Each pair is custom made for a particular customer. I doubt anyone does that anymore due to cost.
Thanks Grant, I've been waiting for something like this. You do a very good job of explaining the whole process.
Glad you like it!
i really appriciate a company that makes every attempt to stay american made and sourced i don't think people understand how neccesary it is for any country to thrive, than to enable and promote skilled labor, i understand the common argument against buying a boot this expensive my immediate solution is to save and have a few quality items rather than a large quantity of cheaply made items produced overseas in countries that care little about liberty and freedom i wish nicks and other companies more success and prosperity as they attempt to make america great again
In the "how it's made" videos no questions are answered about why things are done. Like skiving. Wasn't totally sure why it was done and this vid answers all that. Thanks so much!!
That's the purpose of this new channel. Glad you liked it!
Very cool! 2-3 hours touch time, interesting...sounds like real efficiency to put together such a quality product in that amount of time. These folks are pros. These boots are amazing.
Thank you, I find it fascinating to see the shop!!
Thanks, Grant! Wonderful overview.
Pretty cool to see how the entire production line actually works!
For sure!
I mean honestly I can't see why people gripe about a $500-600 boot. The man just showed you how these boots are hand crafted. I love watching these videos especially the craftsmanship that goes into these boots. You get what you pay for people, your making an investment in something that could last for years and years if properly taken care of like anything else. Just my thoughts. Thank you.
My only gripe is the 6 months wait.
Who does your machine maintenance?
Very cool! I was in town in June to get properly fitted and place an order. I grew up in Spokane and I’ve wanted a pair of Nick’s since I was a kid…only 13-19 more weeks to go!
Bam! My video suggestion came to life. Thanks Nicks!
We listen ; )
@@nicksusa 😍. As an amateur/hobbiest bootmaker I always thought the (painstaking) traditional welt I've been hand sewing was the pinnacle of construction. I naively didnt think about the fine dust/dirt that could eventually creep under the welt as you demonstrated in another recent video about your newer rubber 365 welted boots. Dang. Thank you for your transparency to show how you make things and why you do. One day when i have enough cash set up I'll buy my holy grail boots from you guys in colour no8. -virtus leather ryan
I really enjoyed the tour. I'm looking forward to a pair of Nick's Boots on day.
Thanks a lot Grant and team for the video. This is why this boots take time and are the best of the best.
Thanks!
Very cool to see, I'm excited for my custom boots to enter production in the next month or so.
Thank you for the nice tour
You are welcome!
Well thanks for the tour fellas! 😊👍🏻
Great video, Grant ! Sounds like you've spent some years on the production line.
Truth be told, I, Grant, have not, but I work very closely with the production team everyday!
Can’t wait to finally get my Nicks boots. Ordered back in October, was told 16-20 weeks lead time. Apparently when custom fitted, a measurement was missed and wasn’t contacted until 2 months later, further delaying my order ( don’t understand why when order was payed in full and Nicks had the order and weren’t going to make the boots for another 4 months). Still no update to the status of my boots.
You'd be better off ordering quick ship
It's not unusual for a smaller business to have a customer pay up front for anything considered a custom job, which most of their boots are. Even if you're buying a 'stock configuration', it still involves a lot of hands on work and time investment.
They have lead times, these boots take awhile to make, it was something you had to acknowledge before placing the order
Go ahead and reach out and we can get all your questions answered: customerservice@nicksboots.com.
I am surprised both by how small the footprint of your production space is compared to your brand presence, and to the short hands-on time (~2.5 hrs) to make a pair of boots (or was that per boot?). In either case. That really speaks to the experience and skill the staff has, particularly in considering the quality of your boots. Great tour!
Thanks for the tour Grant , now I know how my current boots have been thru all these stages and how my Merryman boots will be done in several weeks from now .
With all the additional styles added to your catalog is Nicks going to have to expand to keep up with demand ? I sure hope the quality doesn't slip , you guys have some fantastic craftsmen there......better keep them all happy !!
Truth be told, our quality has improved as the business has grown.
@@nicksusa I hope not !
Be nice if we get to see some of your team in person if they don't mind being on camera . The biker fellow that does the sewing looks to be a hard worker and treats the machine with TLC as I'm sure he does with his bike. 👍
Hi grant ,I see u have a lot of new sewing machines,wat did u do with old ones
Peter from South africa
Nicks USA how common is it to need a larger upper compared to the lower? can you maybe do a video on that, showing what a size 10 or 11 upper looks like compared to a size 9 for example.
Great walk through Grant! What happens when there are no more Rapid E machines?
Excellent.
Thank you for posting. Your best video yet!
i bet that leather room smells darn good
Great vid, Grant.
Very nice
Thank u,nice tour,am from South Africa,it would cost me 100 dollars = r1500 the boots will cost r7500 + shipping 70 dollars wowo nice boots
Peter
I want buy nicks boots but the delivery to UK 🇬🇧 is too expensive 😫
Are those my Olive LTT’s I see? 👀
hi there i ordered some boots with 4 row toe cap i ordered the smooth side out for top and bottom, but im kinda curious have you ever done smooth out bottom and top with ruff out for the toe cap? im wondering if that would be a good idea im getting the toe cap because im nervous i'll wear out the toe leather usally have rubber toe caps or tuff toe applicated, but wasnt going to do that with my nicks
Do you rebuild any brand boots or just nicks boots ? . Thanks Dan
Currently we're rebuilding most boots with a handmade construction. Email us with your specific model and we can let you know there)
@@nicksusa OK good
If I tan my own leather from a bear elk or deer and send it will you make a boot out of it
Great video, 👍
Замечательно!
I would have bet the shop would have been at least twice this size
I know. Thats why I think they take soooo looong to to deliver a pair of boots.
I have to say y’all make an amazing product even though the wait time isn’t fun especially when you buy something new and you want to put it on right away. Things aren’t easy right now especially in the hiring process. Keep up the great work!
after hours. employees gone for the day. that makes a statement
To me, hand made means one craftsman making the boots from start to finish using traditional methods. Each pair is custom made for a particular customer. I doubt anyone does that anymore due to cost.
There are bespoke shoe makers out there still. The cost can get crazy though. And the wait time? Many make Nicks wait times seem quick.
this is not hand made anymore