You hit the nail on the head with 1000 Mile being on sale a lot and I personally would never pay retail. My limit is around $250. They may use leatherboard in the heel stack, heel counter and insole but feel their selection outweighs that. RW Heritage doesn't do it for me with options. I have one pair, IR 8111. If those were to wear out, I'd get another pair of 8111s. However, those IR are my most go to boot.
I have both wolverine 1000 mile and redwing IR. For me, I really do like the work boot look of the IR but when I want to dress it up a little bit, the wolverine 1000 mile boot is the one I go to. Also, as much as I like the IR, I find the 1000 mile boot fits me better. Great video, keep them coming!
I own both, I prefer the last on the 1000 mile boots, they are the more comfortable boot of the two. Regarding cost; I recently scored some 1000 mile boots for 140$ Canadian, brand-new in box. It's my second pair of 1000 mile's, but at that price I couldn't justify NOT buying them.
I totally agree with your last comment about adding the leather insole. It is really the same and really better than the Redwing construction. Another comment about Ross Anvil. I believe he has gotten to big for his britches. Also, he waists a lot of good boots by cutting them in half. It’s not necessary to analyze boots in that fashion. I much prefer the way that you analyze the difference between two similar boots. P.S. I have owned both boots and currently own the Redwing Iron Ranger. Thanks, Ben Northcutt Birmingham, AL
I have 3 pair of 1000 mile boots, I think they feel great on my feet regardless of the materials. Bought them all on sale. I have 3 pair of Redwings and like them as well but they cost more and for the most part aren’t as comfortable.
also,, the comparison is often between 1000 Mile and Iron Ranger.. and although the 1000 Mile doesn't have the thick veg insole.., atleast it actually has a leather midsole... the IR doesn't even have a midsole.. i think a leather midsole is a very important component to have.. you can always slip in a leather insole.. but if its made without a mid sole.., you got a whole bigger problem
As of late-November 2024, Wolverine has their 1000 Mile boots on sale for 50% off (essentially $200). I picked up a pair in Havana Brown, though my wife said I have to wait until Christmas to open and wear them. 😂😢.
To anyone else interested, I just tried this and it says it is now expired. Thanks for posting though! I will have to keep a lookout. $400 is too much for these boots (I’ll get some Grant Stone or Parkhurst at that price), but $200 and now we’re talking!
@@sschoon86 I'm sure they'll have another sale before Christmas. However, you'll probably have to sign up for their marketing emails to be notified of any new sales on the 1000 Mile boots.
@@YouShoe-1985 It all comes down to your feet. How they feel on your feet, should be the deciding factor. Both are good boots which could be rebuilt. A good cobbler could rebuild the 1000 with a leather insole, and replace the synthetic lasting board. A good cobbler could rebuild an Iron Ranger with a leather midsole.
i can agree.. i think the Thousand Mile still has alot of merit/appeal... and they have such a rich history.. its a heritage boot i'd still like to get.. along with Alden Indy,, if and when I get out of my PNW phase lol they even made some Cordovan Thousand Mile models.. they're just harder to find.. Also, I seen one on ebay that featured a Role Club outsole.. looked great.. but I blinked and it got sold.. Thanks for the content! i think your channel has been a nice addition to the youtube boot community : )
@@toneohmThanks I really appreciate it! I’ve seen those Shell cordovan 1000 miles before and they are really nice. With they would run those again. Also, love that Nutshell cover on your channel!
The RedWings don’t have a midsole. But wouldn’t it really make them even one tier higher if during the first re-sole you have a leather midsole be added? I want em to be just right out of the box, but, the idea of adding that midsole makes them even more appealing long term.
I have both. Wolverine is broken in and super comfy. Red Wing on the other hand, I can't completely break in yet. I'm only 145 lbs and the foot bed haven't molded to my feet completely. (I've got a lot of boots in rotation; so, it can take a while before it break in.) Wolverine is a good deal, expect to pay around $200 for a pair.
Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots and Red Wing Heritage Boots are different boots. Each brand has it's own merits. Weston Kay downgrades any product which will not pay him. That is how he promotes products which do pay him. 1000 Mile Boots and Alden Indy Boots? Bad. Thursday, Rock Rooster, and Golden Fox? Good! Rose Anvil is not credible.
They are not bad boots but they don’t worth that much money. There is a difference between a bad boot and over priced boot. Let’s be honest when it comes to quality not many company can beat Red wing boots in that price range. So Rose Anvil is right.
What strikes me seeing those two boots is how much more volume the Wolverines appear to have. The Red Wings look more sleek. But I bet the Wolverines would be easier to break in and more comfortable. My Iron Rangers are fairly snug! Thankfully they go on fine despite my high instep, but the Wolverines look more forgiving in that regard.
I guess I forgot t' compare the two before I returned the RW because wrong fit for size. Added half sole t' the Wolver t' save the leather, but may throw off proportion e'er so slightly much. They could be a smidge roomier toes, I guess, but overall I like them what little I have worn. I'm sure I'll recall something else momentarily that seems t' slip the mind...
"Rose" also said the RW was a WORK leather and I thought it was thin compared t' what I expected. The others I viewed more as a "heritage" boot, so maybe I was biased already e'en tho I already had some chrome xl Thirsty boots that likely cost less. [I forget was some coupon sale? I doubt I paid full price for Wolver unlike the other.]
"Heritage", o' course, just means mostly what WAS considered work boots back in the 30s or 40s before all the foam padding stuff was added, which may have started in the 70s or sooner... Except now they cut the corners t' make the heritage boots less "worky" according t' Rose? I think we all know this already, but just in case...
Well, like ye said about the heel stack, the inners o' the 1000 mile can likely be replaced later, too, but might cost more than most would consider worthwhile rather than just replace, etc. [I'm only half thru. Did I give something away there? spoiler?]
Weston does also say they DO last 1000 miles, tho. Some vids he's more pleased than others or something. I didn't buy them first way back when I saw whate'er vid that was because I was just on the market for something less generic at the time, but when I saw them discounted, I figured they were still worth a go and neigh totally hopeless like some other brands he's trashed.
Wolverines have more interesting leather selections and leather soles on most models, and are better looking-but the redwings are great as well. The 1K Miles don’t get reviewed as well on youtube but It hasn’t been my experience that there is one that one is much better than the other- just slight differences. I like this review as I feels it’s most fair and accurate-AMEN!
What model redwing are you looking at? That does not seem to have a bump toe which is why I routinely chose Wolverine 1000 mile over red wing because Wolverine has less the spring.
13:07 Like these videos of older models. Importantly you want to do some interviews get with Ben from Stitchdown interview him first and ask him to help you get interviews to grow the channel. Also steal my idea start doing micro documentaries on the boot companies and find a PNW historian to give you segments. I would do it but my health is all messed up.
What leather midsole are you taking about?? That's the outsole that's leather with a pathetic fibreboard lasting board. Plus the redwing uppers are full grain compared to cxl which is technically corrected grain !! This was an extremely opinionated argument you make ,on the basis of your personal aesthetic preferences. Also the clicking of the cxl on Wolverine boots isn't great , you could end up with a ton of loose grain. Oh yeah, that " novice / layman's" argument was the icing on the cake. Jeez man😂😂
With your subtlety in displaying in expertise and positive winning personality, I’m sure we can look forward great things from your channel. Hope you take a break from great comments like this to focus on that. 😊
You hit the nail on the head with 1000 Mile being on sale a lot and I personally would never pay retail. My limit is around $250. They may use leatherboard in the heel stack, heel counter and insole but feel their selection outweighs that. RW Heritage doesn't do it for me with options. I have one pair, IR 8111. If those were to wear out, I'd get another pair of 8111s. However, those IR are my most go to boot.
I have both wolverine 1000 mile and redwing IR. For me, I really do like the work boot look of the IR but when I want to dress it up a little bit, the wolverine 1000 mile boot is the one I go to. Also, as much as I like the IR, I find the 1000 mile boot fits me better. Great video, keep them coming!
@@tennesseetom8687 thank you!
I own both, I prefer the last on the 1000 mile boots, they are the more comfortable boot of the two. Regarding cost; I recently scored some 1000 mile boots for 140$ Canadian, brand-new in box. It's my second pair of 1000 mile's, but at that price I couldn't justify NOT buying them.
The redwing for me. I just prefer the leather insole. I think redwing is slightly better in their leather quality.
I totally agree with your last comment about adding the leather insole. It is really the same and really better than the Redwing construction.
Another comment about Ross Anvil. I believe he has gotten to big for his britches.
Also, he waists a lot of good boots by cutting them in half. It’s not necessary to analyze boots in that fashion. I much prefer the way that you analyze the difference between two similar boots.
P.S. I have owned both boots and currently own the Redwing Iron Ranger.
Thanks,
Ben Northcutt
Birmingham, AL
@@williamb.northcutt9096 Thanks Ben!
Oooo that audio upgrade.
@@cowcrapper thanks for noticing!
I have 3 pair of 1000 mile boots, I think they feel great on my feet regardless of the materials. Bought them all on sale. I have 3 pair of Redwings and like them as well but they cost more and for the most part aren’t as comfortable.
also,, the comparison is often between 1000 Mile and Iron Ranger.. and although the 1000 Mile doesn't have the thick veg insole.., atleast it actually has a leather midsole... the IR doesn't even have a midsole.. i think a leather midsole is a very important component to have.. you can always slip in a leather insole..
but if its made without a mid sole.., you got a whole bigger problem
* see around 11:00 you mention the aftermarket insoles ; )
glad were on the same page lol
@@toneohm Some 1000 Mile Boots also have a leather outsole.
Wolverine has sales and coupons. Red Wing does not.
As of late-November 2024, Wolverine has their 1000 Mile boots on sale for 50% off (essentially $200). I picked up a pair in Havana Brown, though my wife said I have to wait until Christmas to open and wear them. 😂😢.
The coupon code is 1000MILEDEAL .
To anyone else interested, I just tried this and it says it is now expired. Thanks for posting though! I will have to keep a lookout. $400 is too much for these boots (I’ll get some Grant Stone or Parkhurst at that price), but $200 and now we’re talking!
@@sschoon86 I'm sure they'll have another sale before Christmas. However, you'll probably have to sign up for their marketing emails to be notified of any new sales on the 1000 Mile boots.
@@jeffe4297 thanks for the advice!
@sschoon86 there will be another discount. It's not even black Friday or Cyber Monday yet.
Great comparison Ryan! Both boots have their own magic, and I do respect both brands.
@@Theheritagetribute Thanks Ely, I truly appreciate it!
Wolverine uses Horween Chromexcel. Some people like that.
@@馬伕 I know I do!
@@YouShoe-1985 It all comes down to your feet. How they feel on your feet, should be the deciding factor. Both are good boots which could be rebuilt. A good cobbler could rebuild the 1000 with a leather insole, and replace the synthetic lasting board. A good cobbler could rebuild an Iron Ranger with a leather midsole.
i can agree.. i think the Thousand Mile still has alot of merit/appeal... and they have such a rich history..
its a heritage boot i'd still like to get.. along with Alden Indy,, if and when I get out of my PNW phase lol
they even made some Cordovan Thousand Mile models.. they're just harder to find.. Also, I seen one on
ebay that featured a Role Club outsole.. looked great.. but I blinked and it got sold.. Thanks for the content!
i think your channel has been a nice addition to the youtube boot community : )
@@toneohmThanks I really appreciate it! I’ve seen those Shell cordovan 1000 miles before and they are really nice. With they would run those again. Also, love that Nutshell cover on your channel!
I got a used pair of 1000 miles for 40$ online and had a cobbler resole with a vibram mini lug on it for 80. I really like them.
The RedWings don’t have a midsole. But wouldn’t it really make them even one tier higher if during the first re-sole you have a leather midsole be added? I want em to be just right out of the box, but, the idea of adding that midsole makes them even more appealing long term.
I have both. Wolverine is broken in and super comfy. Red Wing on the other hand, I can't completely break in yet. I'm only 145 lbs and the foot bed haven't molded to my feet completely. (I've got a lot of boots in rotation; so, it can take a while before it break in.)
Wolverine is a good deal, expect to pay around $200 for a pair.
I do really like my wolverine boots looks.
Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots and Red Wing Heritage Boots are different boots. Each brand has it's own merits. Weston Kay downgrades any product which will not pay him. That is how he promotes products which do pay him. 1000 Mile Boots and Alden Indy Boots? Bad. Thursday, Rock Rooster, and Golden Fox? Good! Rose Anvil is not credible.
They are not bad boots but they don’t worth that much money. There is a difference between a bad boot and over priced boot.
Let’s be honest when it comes to quality not many company can beat Red wing boots in that price range. So Rose Anvil is right.
What strikes me seeing those two boots is how much more volume the Wolverines appear to have. The Red Wings look more sleek. But I bet the Wolverines would be easier to break in and more comfortable. My Iron Rangers are fairly snug! Thankfully they go on fine despite my high instep, but the Wolverines look more forgiving in that regard.
@@RichardGilbert2727 Yeah the last and the CXL of the 1000mile boot make it much more forgiving.
I only buy the 1000 Mile on wedge soles. Makes me feel like I’m not getting shortchanged when they’re on sale.
I guess I forgot t' compare the two before I returned the RW because wrong fit for size. Added half sole t' the Wolver t' save the leather, but may throw off proportion e'er so slightly much. They could be a smidge roomier toes, I guess, but overall I like them what little I have worn. I'm sure I'll recall something else momentarily that seems t' slip the mind...
"Rose" also said the RW was a WORK leather and I thought it was thin compared t' what I expected. The others I viewed more as a "heritage" boot, so maybe I was biased already e'en tho I already had some chrome xl Thirsty boots that likely cost less. [I forget was some coupon sale? I doubt I paid full price for Wolver unlike the other.]
"Heritage", o' course, just means mostly what WAS considered work boots back in the 30s or 40s before all the foam padding stuff was added, which may have started in the 70s or sooner... Except now they cut the corners t' make the heritage boots less "worky" according t' Rose? I think we all know this already, but just in case...
Well, like ye said about the heel stack, the inners o' the 1000 mile can likely be replaced later, too, but might cost more than most would consider worthwhile rather than just replace, etc. [I'm only half thru. Did I give something away there? spoiler?]
Chrome XL is hit-miss, apparently. Neigh my fave, but an easy go-to, like ye said.
Weston does also say they DO last 1000 miles, tho. Some vids he's more pleased than others or something. I didn't buy them first way back when I saw whate'er vid that was because I was just on the market for something less generic at the time, but when I saw them discounted, I figured they were still worth a go and neigh totally hopeless like some other brands he's trashed.
I was about to comment on "This one is never done before" lol
Wolverines have more interesting leather selections and leather soles on most models, and are better looking-but the redwings are great as well. The 1K Miles don’t get reviewed as well on youtube but It hasn’t been my experience that there is one that one is much better than the other- just slight differences. I like this review as I feels it’s most fair and accurate-AMEN!
What happened to “I don’t have a black teacore”? 😆 I have the 3345 too 🤜🤛
The quality of the 1000 Mile does depend on the model and when you purchased it.
Good point
What model redwing are you looking at? That does not seem to have a bump toe which is why I routinely chose Wolverine 1000 mile over red wing because Wolverine has less the spring.
@@MorganUnfreeman should’ve mentioned that. It’s the Blacksmith model
1000 Mile boots with the leather sole, all day every day!
On fit as well, Wolverine is wider. As a 10E I can wear a Wolverine D TTS, on the #8 last? Forget about it, EE or bust.
13:07 Like these videos of older models. Importantly you want to do some interviews get with Ben from Stitchdown interview him first and ask him to help you get interviews to grow the channel. Also steal my idea start doing micro documentaries on the boot companies and find a PNW historian to give you segments. I would do it but my health is all messed up.
Wolverine 1000 mile is not muslim friendly , due to the pigskin lining.
Really? I have some pigskin jackets from Pakistan.
What leather midsole are you taking about?? That's the outsole that's leather with a pathetic fibreboard lasting board. Plus the redwing uppers are full grain compared to cxl which is technically corrected grain !! This was an extremely opinionated argument you make ,on the basis of your personal aesthetic preferences. Also the clicking of the cxl on Wolverine boots isn't great , you could end up with a ton of loose grain. Oh yeah, that " novice / layman's" argument was the icing on the cake. Jeez man😂😂
You should make a video
@@kartikchary I can't wait to watch your video.
With your subtlety in displaying in expertise and positive winning personality, I’m sure we can look forward great things from your channel. Hope you take a break from great comments like this to focus on that. 😊
Hahaha.... About half of the points here are wrong.... Nice take tho 🤦🏽