RM Gardeners are easily the best chelsea boots I've ever had. It's a perfectly crafted, expertly honed last. I would put RM's in the same shoemaking league as Crockett and Jones honestly.
Nice review and seems fair. In UK the only options I can find are the Blunnies and RM Williams and I own both. Neither has steel toes so I can’t use them for farm work if I want to keep my toes in tact. The Gardeners are great but at that price I would feel guilty if I gave them a really hard life so for me the Blunnies are my knock-about boots when I don’t need a steel toe and the Gardeners are kept for slightly more civilised (and less dirty) activities. Both are great and the Gardeners will last for years and years so it really comes down to personal circumstances but I’d recommend them both.
Probably my favorite style of boot. Don't forget Mongrel and rossi. They're both an Australian made boot! I have the Jim green and it photographs well. It's a savage on toughness. I've also had a set of redbacks survive a chemical environment, warehouse work, and arborcare. 2 years before a phosphorus spill finally killed them.
I've been wearing m Jim Greens very regularly for a while now and I just love them. I am not a fan of standing on squishy foam even during hard work, so they seem the best for me. Thank you for introducing me to some new boots!
Great reviews! I'm a fan of the commando sole on Chelsea's. I scored some Wolverine BLVD for a great discount, and they feel so solid with the commando soles.
New subscriber here. I've been really enjoying your videos. This one is especially useful as I am in the early stages of researching my first pair of Chelseas.
I am newcomer Tiek. I am also an admirer of you work. You have the passion spark, the integrity and efficacy that makes you not only appreciate Boots more, but want to be a better man (human). I personally call that genius.
Watched this again because I just got a pair of Redbacks. Wanted a work boot. I love them so far. The store I got them from said they are very popular. I would have liked to buy the RM Williams BUT they don’t look like a work boot and would look funny with my work uniform.
Cheers for that. I've a dressy looking pair of Feild & Moor boots I love and I always lust after a pair of RM Gardeners but I find myself wearing the cheaper worky looking boots all the time. Seems to fit my lifestyle on the farm here a lot better. Interesting to see a shoot-out between options I might wear more often 👍
But but those RMW can be resoled easily...they deserve ONE more point at the conclusion---but when you started I'd already predicted the outcome (but giving RMW that smallest edge over the Isidro). Nicely done, very helpful, honest and informative.
Good comparison, well done video. Thank you for doing it. I do think your final chart at 13:00 is missing one thing... the PRICE. With the price also included it would help you determine the VALUE/PRICE/JUSTIFICATION to 'YOU' personally. Just because a boot has a higher SCORE does not mean you could, or would, justify spending 2 or 3 times as much money to buy it. ...Just my thoughts... :)
I find my RM Williams Gardeners far to narrow for my UK size 10H. Painful for my wide foot. They felt good in the shop in Newcastle NSW, but back in pommy land they are not comfortable. My Bunnies are my favourite for now. However I continue my search. Next pair of Chelsea boots ordered from William Lennon and they will be made of Horse leather and I will have to wait 20 weeks as they are very busy.
@@Bootlosophygood idea, but RM Williams here are now more expensive than Church’s custom grade Oxfords at £1,200 a pair. Bunnies are easily available for £120 online.
@@Bootlosophy I just bought a pair of K9s today and I love them! They’re thinner leather but so soft and comfortable out of the box. I went in the shop to try the Redbacks but my feet have high insteps and were pinching quite a lot with them.
I've only owned 2 pair of Chelsea boots. First the Thorogood Chelsea which hasn't been offered for years and the Danner Bull run Chelsea. The Thorogoods run small, The Danners are very comfortable and run true.
Love your videos, good work on breaking each boot down. I usually need wide toe box for my boots, out of these would RM and Isidro have wide toe boxes ?
Thank you for your extremely informative reviews. Is there any chance of perhaps you reviewing British made boots please? Like Lanx Shoes or Loake? Perhaps expensive stuff like Crockett and Jones might be out but the more affordable makers might be possible. Thanks
Hey, listen, James, on that subject, can you recommend a few "mid-range" good and Goodyear Welted English bootmakers? That would be great to identify them.
@@BootlosophyProbably Loake is mid range Goodyear welt and most of there range is still made in UK. Lanx is the other but Loake more accessible at some of better department stores and independent clothes shops sale.
I have recently purchased the Iron Ranger. I graduated into bootdom. I would very much like to contact and support Fortis (Sunny) and that community as well. I sent a message in what’s App. The digits you gave in the Collaboration video 3 months ago. I wanted to send my high regards. Keep stepping in style my friend. Jason Plum from Southern New Jersey beach town.
Hello Tiek, I just recently found your awesome channel. I need a Chelsea work boot to work in and around my yard with the occasional walk in the bush with dog. I live in Arizona, USA. I can't decide on the Blundstone or the Redback. My normal US shoe size is 10.5 and I wear a 10 in the Redwing 875. So should I order a 9 in Australian size? thank you!
Gday Teik, I know you might think you’re already pretty well stocked for Chelsea’s, but given how RMs are becoming out of reach for many have you considered reviewing one of the ‘budget’ alternatives like Baxter/Rossi/ringers? What harm could one more pair do
I love my RM gardeners. I wish I could sort out the Grant Stone sizing. Why on-line stores can’t tell you their last is 28.5 cm size AU10. But instead use an American exceptionalism size that is referenced to nothing else and varies between different manufacturers, is just to arrogant.
@@Bootlosophy Yes I’m RMW au10 should translate to US 11. I ordered US 10.5 half size down. But is to big. Rant over. I would like a pair of GS Chelsea’s though.
If you're wearing long pants rather than shorts, the front pull tabs are somewhat useful for ten seconds out of the day (when you are pulling the boots on) and are in the way for the rest of the day.
Thank you for acknowledging the lands of the indigenous people where you are!
RM Gardeners are easily the best chelsea boots I've ever had. It's a perfectly crafted, expertly honed last. I would put RM's in the same shoemaking league as Crockett and Jones honestly.
I absolutely love your channel, you are the best boot reviewer on the net! Please keep it up mate ❤
Nice review and seems fair. In UK the only options I can find are the Blunnies and RM Williams and I own both. Neither has steel toes so I can’t use them for farm work if I want to keep my toes in tact. The Gardeners are great but at that price I would feel guilty if I gave them a really hard life so for me the Blunnies are my knock-about boots when I don’t need a steel toe and the Gardeners are kept for slightly more civilised (and less dirty) activities. Both are great and the Gardeners will last for years and years so it really comes down to personal circumstances but I’d recommend them both.
Nice gathering of all of these footwear 😊
Bordon are making me a fan of Chelsea boots. Excellent last with great fit, finish and durability. Waxed suede goes very well in wetter conditions.
Probably my favorite style of boot. Don't forget Mongrel and rossi. They're both an Australian made boot! I have the Jim green and it photographs well. It's a savage on toughness. I've also had a set of redbacks survive a chemical environment, warehouse work, and arborcare. 2 years before a phosphorus spill finally killed them.
I've been wearing m Jim Greens very regularly for a while now and I just love them. I am not a fan of standing on squishy foam even during hard work, so they seem the best for me. Thank you for introducing me to some new boots!
Great reviews! I'm a fan of the commando sole on Chelsea's. I scored some Wolverine BLVD for a great discount, and they feel so solid with the commando soles.
Loving the table chart that you have made! Great comparisons of all the Work Chelsea boots.
New subscriber here. I've been really enjoying your videos. This one is especially useful as I am in the early stages of researching my first pair of Chelseas.
I am newcomer Tiek. I am also an admirer of you work. You have the passion spark, the integrity and efficacy that makes you not only appreciate Boots more, but want to be a better man (human).
I personally call that genius.
Welcome! Thanks Jason
Watched this again because I just got a pair of Redbacks. Wanted a work boot. I love them so far. The store I got them from said they are very popular.
I would have liked to buy the RM Williams BUT they don’t look like a work boot and would look funny with my work uniform.
Cheers for that. I've a dressy looking pair of Feild & Moor boots I love and I always lust after a pair of RM Gardeners but I find myself wearing the cheaper worky looking boots all the time. Seems to fit my lifestyle on the farm here a lot better. Interesting to see a shoot-out between options I might wear more often 👍
Great video Teik. I like the format. The Bordon is my favorite looking of the bunch (I do not own any of these specific ones however).
Got add some Rossi Endura boots into the mix. Some are made overseas, but some are made with Australian leather and made in Australia to boot.
What about the elastic bands. Do they all retain tension for about the same time, or are there differences there as well? Thank you for a great video.
I really enjoy your reviews, and you passion for boots. Best Regrds from Dominican Republic
But but those RMW can be resoled easily...they deserve ONE more point at the conclusion---but when you started I'd already predicted the outcome (but giving RMW that smallest edge over the Isidro). Nicely done, very helpful, honest and informative.
Good comparison, well done video. Thank you for doing it. I do think your final chart at 13:00 is missing one thing... the PRICE. With the price also included it would help you determine the VALUE/PRICE/JUSTIFICATION to 'YOU' personally. Just because a boot has a higher SCORE does not mean you could, or would, justify spending 2 or 3 times as much money to buy it. ...Just my thoughts... :)
I find my RM Williams Gardeners far to narrow for my UK size 10H. Painful for my wide foot. They felt good in the shop in Newcastle NSW, but back in pommy land they are not comfortable. My Bunnies are my favourite for now. However I continue my search. Next pair of Chelsea boots ordered from William Lennon and they will be made of Horse leather and I will have to wait 20 weeks as they are very busy.
I go ½ size up in RMW
@@Bootlosophygood idea, but RM Williams here are now more expensive than Church’s custom grade Oxfords at £1,200 a pair. Bunnies are easily available for £120 online.
I’d love to watch a review on Rossi and Mongrel K9 boots too please!
Mongrel K9 in the works! I just bought a pair this week.
@@Bootlosophy I just bought a pair of K9s today and I love them! They’re thinner leather but so soft and comfortable out of the box. I went in the shop to try the Redbacks but my feet have high insteps and were pinching quite a lot with them.
@@Bootlosophy love to see what you think and comparison to the Blunnies!
I've only owned 2 pair of Chelsea boots. First the Thorogood Chelsea which hasn't been offered for years and the Danner Bull run Chelsea. The Thorogoods run small, The Danners are very comfortable and run true.
Love your videos, good work on breaking each boot down. I usually need wide toe box for my boots, out of these would RM and Isidro have wide toe boxes ?
Isidro does, RMW not so much but they come in wide sizes
I like the Redbacks personally
Thank you for your extremely informative reviews.
Is there any chance of perhaps you reviewing British made boots please? Like Lanx Shoes or Loake? Perhaps expensive stuff like Crockett and Jones might be out but the more affordable makers might be possible. Thanks
I'm trying to save up to get some Northampton brands to do a UK boots series.
Hey, listen, James, on that subject, can you recommend a few "mid-range" good and Goodyear Welted English bootmakers? That would be great to identify them.
@@BootlosophyProbably Loake is mid range Goodyear welt and most of there range is still made in UK. Lanx is the other but Loake more accessible at some of better department stores and independent clothes shops sale.
@@JamesChastney cool, thanks
very good contents!
I have recently purchased the Iron Ranger.
I graduated into bootdom.
I would very much like to contact and support Fortis (Sunny) and that community as well.
I sent a message in what’s App.
The digits you gave in the Collaboration video 3 months ago.
I wanted to send my high regards.
Keep stepping in style my friend.
Jason Plum from Southern New Jersey beach town.
I've seen you got both the standard brown Jim green leather and a crazy horse pair. Which one should I got on my razorbacks.
I like the crazy horse myself
"in the long run What's it matter, we'll all be dead" - too true. wear the best boots because we can't bring them with us to our next life.
Hello Tiek, I just recently found your awesome channel. I need a Chelsea work boot to work in and around my yard with the occasional walk in the bush with dog. I live in Arizona, USA. I can't decide on the Blundstone or the Redback. My normal US shoe size is 10.5 and I wear a 10 in the Redwing 875. So should I order a 9 in Australian size? thank you!
I hate answering size Q's because each foot is different! But yes, on the whole I'd order an Aussie 9
@@Bootlosophy No worries. I went with the Redback's. They said I could exchange if I needed. thank you!
@@dlangston2020 Redbacks are nice, I acquired one recently as well. There're boot shops in AZ that you could go and try them on. JR's is a nice store.
Gday Teik, I know you might think you’re already pretty well stocked for Chelsea’s, but given how RMs are becoming out of reach for many have you considered reviewing one of the ‘budget’ alternatives like Baxter/Rossi/ringers? What harm could one more pair do
LOL, I recently talked myself out of Rossi’s and Mongrels but I might have to revisit!
And Oliver’s too!
I love my RM gardeners. I wish I could sort out the Grant Stone sizing. Why on-line stores can’t tell you their last is 28.5 cm size AU10. But instead use an American exceptionalism size that is referenced to nothing else and varies between different manufacturers, is just to arrogant.
Yeah sizing is a headache. For GS my suggestion is to take the US equivalent of your RMW size, so if you’re RMW 10, order a US9 in Grant Stone.
@@Bootlosophy Yes I’m RMW au10 should translate to US 11.
I ordered US 10.5 half size down. But is to big. Rant over. I would like a pair of GS Chelsea’s though.
What watch are you sporting??
I think in this vid an Invicta Prodiver
Find it strange the Bordon rated so high doesn't have front pull tabs. Mark of a good 'chelsea' boot.
If you're wearing long pants rather than shorts, the front pull tabs are somewhat useful for ten seconds out of the day (when you are pulling the boots on) and are in the way for the rest of the day.
@@patentleatherkicks I've worn Redbacks and a pair of Rms and don't find this to be the case at all. But everyone different.
Really enjoy your reviews. You should have 160,000 subscribers not 16,000.
Haha! Thanks!
I can almost guarantee you that the jim green will outlast the Rm williams because of the thick double leather and the double stitch down construction
Because the jim greens are 2.2mm outer leather and 1.6mm inner leather where as the rmw are single leather between 1.3 tot 1.6 mm leather
Comparing a 600$ chelsea to the cheaper chelsea seems to be a bit unfair.
Recount! Lol!
Lol! Nope! 😂😂😂
Redback is better then Blunds plus unlike Blundies they are 100% made in Australia.