Why are Blundstones SO popular?
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- A few weeks ago I stumbled on a video by Levi Hildebrand about why Birkenstocks are so popular. The best part was that his thoughts about those were my same thoughts about Blundstone! And as a hardcore boot fan, I wanted to look into what the hype was all about, so I got myself a pair! Thanks to Levi for the inspiration, I hope I did him justice - go check out his channel!
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It's like the unofficial boot of Toronto.
Haha really?! I got to take the trip up there from New York and see! Do you own a pair?
Yeah! Just got blessed with the a sale on the 558s. [Black Leather] Had them for maybe a month now.
It's common to see Blunnies out here, I could see 3 or 4 pairs on any given subway ride.
They're the perfect mix of versatility, resilience and comfort especially when transitioning from indoor to outdoor in the winter. Great for downtown Toronto or anywhere in Canada.
And Toronto would love to host you man! It's a great city!! Love to NY and Australia.
Yeah the versatility and simplicity of the blundstones in my opinion is what makes them so appealing! And Toronto isn’t too far, only a five hour drive or so! Maybe Ill come up when my rangers are playing the maple leafs!
Yes, I think Toronto boasts more Blunnies than any other city. They’re great for winter!
@@Rolz Massive in London, 60% fashion and 40% are worn by construction workers in there safety form ( loads of tradies on the metro transport in them)
but these are a fashion must for middle class Italian families, and I mean the entire family.
In the north big fashion for both men and women but go to any city or town and you will find men/young lads in blundies, even in the hottest of months.
Israelis love then too
First feel in love with it as a government sponsored student to New Zealand in the 90s. Now that I lived in England, had my pair for 15 years. Love it. Wearing it daily.
Nice job! The quality of your videos are steadily improving.
Thank you! I appreciate you noticing and hanging around to see it! Anything you’d want to see me make a video about?
This was a top notch review!
Daniel's why thank you Daniel! What do you want to see next?
I had no idea our Blunnies were so popular overseas. I'm from Hobart Tasmania and though they are super popular in Tasmania I thought they were not as well known in the rest of Australia let alone the USA, etc.
I had an older pair of 500s that I got from the Australia Fair shop in San Francisco. After several years the soles fell apart just as you described. I contacted Blundstone and they replaced my boots, I just had to pay for shipping. Great company with great customer service. I’m wearing them right now!
See I love that they actually stood behind their product and gave you a new pair. To me several years is enough out of boots that I think they have done a great service to the wearer. Seems too many people want their boots lasting for eternity!
My daughter and I bought pairs on the weekend. I got Stout Brown 500 and she got Rustic Brown 550. I just ordered a second pair - Antique Brown 550. It's important to give your boots a day between wears to dry out from all the moisture they absorb from your feet, so I always have two pairs of whatever I'm wearing. I grew up in Australia and my Dad would always wear Blundstones. Wore each pair until they were falling apart, which was a long time. I didn't grow to appreciate boots until I was older.
That’s awesome! My favorite part of your comment is that the same product has been used by three generations in your family now! I think it really attests to the greatness of a brand when they can be worn by generation after generation and hopefully they’ll still be around for many many more! And damn I gotta get another pair now haha
I'm going back and forth between the walnut, rustic, and antique brown. Any advice?
@@Andrew_Dominik It's really a matter of personal preference. I have the Stout Brown (#500), which is almost black. That is the traditional color of Blundstones and looks better as it gets scratched up. I wear those when I don't care about wear and tear. They look just like work boots and that isn't going to appeal to people who buy Blunnies for fashion, unless you are John Butler and don't give a shit. When you see those pictures of Blunnies that are really scratched up and worn and cool-looking, those are old #500 boots that have seen some life. I also have a pair of Antique Brown boots (#1609) and these are leather lined and have a tighter fit than the #500 boots. These accumulate stains, etc and I don't like wearing them if things are going to get messy. They are my dressing up boots, to the extent I do that... The walnut boots would be the most dressy option and I'd probably fret about scratching those. My daughter's rustic brown boots look like #500 boots that are really old and totally have the finish scratched off them. I guess that's cool but I prefer to age my boots myself.
I've only just discovered your channel since Ive been interested in investing into a pair of blundstones , thankyou to your video I've made my mind up thankyou so much I will definitely be subscribing and following your Instagram 👍
Thanks so much! I’m really glad I was able to give you some inspiration 💪🏽
Awesome video, just subscribed man! I just got some Blundstones and did a review on them too. I actually think I like the dark smooth leather ones better after this video...hopefully some oil will darken mine!
hahah thanks so much glad you dig my the channel! Thats so funny because now that I have the dark ones I think I like the lighter ones better lol -- I think if there was ever a boot that I could really call a beater boot, one that I just wanted to rough up as much as I could, it would be bunnies. theyre meant to get beat up
The Mensch on Menswear i feel the exact same actually! I have a few leather boots but for some reason I’m gentle in them. When it comes to Blundstones though I dont mind them getting super beat up!
Hey Mensch. Love your channel, definitely one of the best menswear channels on TH-cam! You should have 220k followers!
Haha Ryan! That means so much to me! I will remember this comment if I ever get there and give you a big shoutout!!! 😝
The Mensch on Menswear thanks man! I hope you do get there and I’m sure you will! Happy holidays!
Rossi boots are probably, Australia's most underrated boot. I owned three pairs of Blundstone boots in the past, one pair made in Australia, the two pairs were made in Vietnam. The pair made in Australia lasted me for five years, the two pairs that were made in Vietnam lasted me 6 months and 8 months respectively. The pair that lasted for 6 months, the inside lining just worn through, and the elastic sides became frayed. The pair that lasted for 8 months, a split occurred across the sole of one boot. Both of these pairs were quickly trashed. However, I purchased a pair of Rossi 303 soft toe boots in 2008. Early this year, the soles disintegrated, and the boots got trashed. At first, I worn them as casual boots, (very comfortable for long periods of walking). A few years later, I used them as gardening boots, and were treated roughly. After a few years of gardening abused, I decided to wear them to work. I filled in all the divots in the leather with polish. Gave the boots a good polish, and were good-as to wear to work. After a couple of years wearing the boots to work, I bought a pair of Rossi 301 to wear to work. The 303's were again relegated back to the garden for more abuse. Finally, the soles gave way. The leather was still good. So I cut away the leather from the sole to be used for a leather hobby project. Not bad for a pair of boots that lasted for 11 years. The other issue that I have with Blundstone is the cost. I went to tradesman shop to look for another pair of Rossi boots. Whilst there, I compared the prices between the Blundstone boots (made in Vietnam) and the Rossi boots. The Rossi boots were only an extra 7 dollars. For an Australian made quality footwear, that's excellent value. The reason why Blundstone boots are so popular, is because of the marketing hype as a casual boot for street wear. Put the Blundstone boots into really hard yakka, and they will not last a year. Give Rossi Boots a go! Compare them with Blundstone thoroughly and you make the choice. A thicker leather, and slightly heavier sole will be the only con. A boot for both work...and...play.
Hey! Thanks so much for this insightful comment- I really appreciate it! Yes, I totally agree with you the cost of the Blundstone is insane when you look at the product you’re getting. It’s a shame I never got to pick up a pair of the made in Australia ones - im too young to have gotten that opportunity - but it seems like that’s what made them so popular in the first place. The ones I got In this video I actually bought as factory seconds for $70 USD which i think is what these boots should probably be priced at. As a business, it’s hard to fault them because I’m sure they realized most people that wear them are people more into the lifestyle than the actual performance of the boot so they cut costs by manufacturing overseas. I’ve been meaning to get my hands on a pair of Rossi especially becuase they’re actually $50 less than blundstones retail price! They look nearly identical too in a good way. Seems especially based on your experience that they are the hands down better value. Let’s see if they catch on as well as the blundstones did!
You know all these moving production to the far east. It's not just the labour becoming unskilled, the fabricants also take a deep dive in quality of the materials used. So even a good vietnamese worker, can't do anything, cause they are using shitty threads, and poor sole rubber, and it's the fabricant who is to blame for the short lifespan. If the shoe arrives with faults, it's the unskilled worker. If the sole goes of it's the glue that's shitty, if the thread breaks it's a bad quality thread. These things are the western CEO. He did not just hire cheaper labour, he also went with cheaper materials. He thinks life is a game of monopoly.
The ones who are getting praise, like Meermin, are the ones who did move the production to the far east, but did not reduce quality of materials used. In other words, there were issues in the beginning, but as the workers got better, those issues disappeared. Not so with others, like Dr Martens, who also lowered quality of materials while they were at it.
They have never been the same since they moved production offshore. The original 505 Blundstones were the best. Australian made and lasted years.
BPR ,, short question ,,
I will buy ROSSI 303 but I am just wandering about the size ,, ( before I had a pair Blundstone 500 size 9 )
it is the same size like ROSSI ?
Thx
they are extreemly comfortable and the slip on thing is big, I have been wearing them for years, before they were so popular and probably after
Haha so you’re one of the real genuine fans! Yeah I really think the slip on is such a big convenience and makes all the difference. Do you have any made in Australia boots?
@@TheMensch no, I have had some originals and some chisel toes all made in Vietnam and China they last quite a few years, very sturdy, I find the originals to be the sturdiest and the leather lined, oddly to be the least so, I have been wearing Blundstones for 15-20 years, I am on my fourth pair
That’s awesome!! I also opted for the 500s just because I think they would breathe better and so far they have. I’m really curious what yours look like after so many years of wear!
@@TheMensch I had a pair I wore almost everyday for 4 years, the soles wore out, the leather part was like new- through, rain and snow and sidewalk walking, I live in the city(Montreal) walk everywhere, the only time I didn't wear them was with shorts in the very hot humid days. Now, I wear them sort of year round but alternate with Vans, desert boots and Palladium waterproof boots. I find them very functional for my casual urban lifestyle:-)
@@carolinefiller4898 wow that seems like definitely getting your moneys worth out of them hahaa did you try to get them resoled by a shoe maker since the leather was still in good shape?
Blundstones are great! The crumbling on the sole used to happen with the older models... but blundstone has fixed those or replaced them for their customers. Which is great customer service. For the blundstones for kids those are called blunnies. So cute.
Haha I’ve heard they stand behind their products when there are defects and that is really important! And man I got to get some kids blunnies for my nephew!
I bought my first pair of 500's in the late 90's directly from Australia, they held up great for years, but the soles started coming apart a chunk at a time about three years ago. I just ordered a pair of 550's and look forward to wearing one of my favorite bots again.
Thanks so sharing your experience- I’m hoping that the new pair you got will hold true to the same as the original pair you owned. You’ll have to keep me posted! ✌️
I have owned these. I have owned a pair of Red Backs. The best version of this type of boot that I have found are the ones offered by Outback Survival Gear, of Australia. I highly highly suggest getting a pair and doing a review.
Thanks so much! I just added the outback survival gear boots to the list - I’m always looking to bridge the gap between style and quality and so these def do that!
Check out Rossi - a similar boot company, which still makes a number of their boots in South Australia.
The King of Australian boots and what more people wear here though are R.M. Williams - handcrafted in Adelaide. At $500 AUD a pop they're not cheap, but they genuinely last 20 years and are the best boots on the market.
Definitely wanna five Rossi a try - but RM Williams look so amazing! At my day job an Australian dude walked in wearing them and he said he literally wears them every day. I really want a pair but you have to pay big money for big quality! It just seems likes they’re dressier and wouldn’t be good getting beat up but seems like they can really take a number!
I love my blunnies! Good review:)
thanks for watching! They definitely are a fan favorite! I love seeing other people wearing them -It gives us an instant connection!
I wear my Red Wings all the time and and love them...but it does take a solid few minutes to get em laced up and ready to go...these look great and seem nice!
I wasn't familiar with Blundstones, but they are on my to buy list now.
Haha sweet! Blundstones are getting pretty popular here in NY so keep an eye out! I’m sure they’re trending upwards
I just bought my second pair of blundstones, first pair lasted five years (do not dry them near a fire!). I’ll check out your Birkenstock’s video. I recently bought a pair of their boots which sadly are no longer in production, they’re also super comfy. Nice vid.
Ps. Check out Glerups.
5 years seems like enough time for these to be well worth the money! Also thanks for the recommendation I’m always on the hunt for some kickass boots haha
The reason why the bottoms and the souls of the boot crumbles is because they have air pockets so they have to be worn often so as long as you wear them a lot the air pockets will distribute the air properly through the boot and they won’t crumble
I wear mine mainly when I know I'm going to rough them up. I use otterwax leather care kit to clean, condition and waterproof them.
What I coincidence! I was just checking out otterwax yesterday and might pull the trigger! I’m curious how does otterwax compare to other conditioners? Does it have a higher wax content?
they work as my winter boots in -25 degree weather as long as you stay moving.
Haha wow! I think you’re pushing them a bit especially because they have no insulation! But keep rocking them!
Merino wool socks are your friend and road salt is your enemy!
I like the slip on factor but I have this weird thing about rugged boots and the lack of laces. My feet are slightly narrow and most slip ons allow too much dead space which then lead to friction if there’s no lock down support. How do these fit as far as dead space in the boot? Do you feel your foot traveling around or is it pretty snug?
I feel EXACTLY the same way and know exactly what u mean. My foot is pretty average sized but I feel that dead space that results in friction due to the lack of laces holding your foot in place. I have a video due for next week talking about how boots should fit so stay tuned! Still I think for more robust feet the slip on factor is a big one
They fixed the exploding sole issue many years ago! (thankfully)
I'm on my 4th pair, all of them are still in great shape, even my ones for construction work.
normally I get 6 months out of work boots. the blundstones for work are going on 2 years
Absolutely my favourite boots. Spend the extra few dollars and get the leather lining. Really, no break in. Tough as nails and very comfortable. I understand people’s disappointment when a manufacturer moves to a second or third world country but that does not always equate to poorer quality. Very high end mountain bikes have been built in the Far East for decades. The quality is in the brand. You benefit from a better price point. It’s a misconception that jobs are being taken away. These are jobs that most first world kids do not aspire to. If you want to be an artisan cobbler and you’re driven and talented you will succeed... but you won’t be happy selling your boots for this price.
looking for my next pair of boots, I just don’t know if I can give up on my docs 😂🤷🏻♀️💕
viridity I love docs! They have such character and history! I really want a pair of their made in UK 1450s 😩
docs are aboutt he worst quality and comfort boot ive ever had trust me try blundstone and ull be able to walk and stand all day unlike with docs since they give no actuall foot support
Great video man hows your shoe holding up
Pretty good so far! Sole looks like it has a lot of life left 👍
The thing about blunt stones is you cannot let them sit in your closet for a long period of time because that will cause them to decompose they were made to be worn. I had a pair which I had packed away when we moved and unfortunately we didn’t find them for almost 2 years when I finally did find the shoes I’ve made mistake of wearing them to the CES convention which I was working at the time three hours later I had to call my wife and say bring me some shoes now because my Blundstone ones had actually completely decomposed on me while I was wearing them at work. Of course for some reason all my coworkers found it extremely funny at the time this year I have purchased myself another pair because I know that when you’re working on a hard cement floor Blundstone’s are the only shoes to wear. I am in the process right now of breaking them in and hopefully I won’t have the same problem as I did a couple years ago LOL
They used to be great when made here in Australia and have worn them for years . I bought a pair recently to replace my Rossi's which lasted 8 years everyday wear and after 6 months they still hurt in the uppers .I Will goodwill these and go back to Rossi or try Redbacks for work . I have RM's for casual which are awesome .
Nice one. Stick to Aus made. I have 2 pairs of Aus made Rossi
RM are def on the top of my list of boots to try and Rossi too - it’s sad to see such an iconic company not offer a premium line for those who care more about quality than branding
The generic term for these is riding boots, they save you when you are riding a horse and there is a fall and your boot gets caught in the stirrup. Rather than getting caught up and maybe dragged along the boot will slip off.
Wow that’s really interesting to know! Makes a lot of sense too! I can’t imagine what that would feel like if the boot didn’t slip off 💀
Sparkes-Halls patented elastic ankle boots in 1837 in England. Originally called Congress boots they became more popular when vulcanized rubber was developed. A general wear and dress boot not specifically for horse riding. The designs from the turn of the century are pretty close to what we see now in the leather sole versions.
love the video!
Thanks! Should I do more of these styled videos?
@@TheMensch yeh for sure
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@@TheMensch i really do like dickies pants think they are really durable and good for a working man i am a plumber so they get beat on and hold up fine the cloth is a little stiff but once it breaks in its nice and durable cloth
SKITTLESRYUMM great idea I’ll definite take a look! 🙏
Outsoles crumpling is because of the material the outsole is made of. Polyurethane. They will fall apart if you don't wear the boots, stored away in some closet for a couple of years.
Got a Pair of Blundstones Chelsea Boots- Love EM!
Good to hear it! Which leather did you get?
I just got mine and they are super nice but hard to get on and nearly impossible to get off! Will this improve with time or do I need to size up? I'm confused!!
Yeah they should def improve over time as the back leather by the Achilles’ tendon gets looser - I always recommend sizing down and letting the boots stretch and shape to your foot so I’d say as long as your foot is snug inside the boot stick with it
@@TheMensch Thank you so much that is very helpful!
Also, what is the proper way to clean blunnies? I have a nick wax but it causes it to become darker than usual. I have the brown as well. I was told that the winter versions in Canada are pre treated so most have that matte look that I adore.
Hmm depends on what you have - I’d recommend walrus oil leather wax or otter wax boot wax. The wax content gives them that Matte finish you’re looking for and they still condition more than nikwax does!
In Oz we always used dubbin.
They have changed the outsole material. The especially make sense in snow climates where you need to take your boots on and off frequently.
damn I just can't imagine they are saving that much money by lowering the quality of outsole but I guess they feel like their boots are more of a fashion statement than a functional tool.
The Mensch on Menswear I meant they’ve actually improved the outsole - they’re using a more durable material that doesn’t deteriorate so quickly - particularly in the snow. They aren’t realty designed for super cold weather - it doesn’t snow in most parts of Australia.
@@datfly3034 oh! Thats great to hear! I wonder If thats very very recent because people seem to be really nostalgic about "the old Blunnies" that didn't crumble. Go on amazon and see the reviews if u wanna see what I mean! Glad u approve of their quality!
Hello! Thanks for this video. How does the Blundstone sizing compare to Doc Martens? I know what I am in DMs but I really want some Blundstones! 😎
I would say the same! I wear 9 in docs and 9 in blunnies
The Mensch on Menswear thank you!
I had to throw my pair away after a half a year because the inside of the leather where the rubber toe is started to crack and would hurt my toe when I would wear them.
thats really disappointing to hear! half a year is not enough time even with frequent wear to have that happen. Another person commented here and said he commented on Blundstones FB post and they responded saying they wanted to make it right (prob send him a free pair) so maybe you can try getting in touch with them about replacing them. Of course now you know they simply aren't the most durable shoes but at least you can get something out of the experience.
Growing up in Australia they were pretty popular. it seems like now they are shunned for brands like redback or steel blue.
Yeah it’s interesting how there is a real rivalry between blundstones and those brands where enthusiasts tend to dismiss blundstones for moving manufacturing over to cheaper labor countries. Personally I think there is merit to being the original and they’re still well built so I went with these for now. I’d love to try those out soon though!
How is the arch support? I have been wearing Birkenstocks sandals for years. I am now going back-and-forth between ordering the new Chelsea Birkenstock boots or these.
If you’re a fan of berkenstocks arch then you may want to go with a pair of berks boots - there isn’t much arch support on these blunnies
The Mensch, that’s just what I wanted to get! Unfortunately they have been out of my size so I thought I would try the Bluntstones. I do need the arch support so we will see....they come Monday.
Blundstones have removable insoles. Just take them out and add orthotics and as much arch support as you like. To go that kind of tailored-for-you-way might be the best solution anyway.
great review.... wanna buy one now. lol
Haha that means I did a pretty good job! Def get yourself a pair and try Sierra.com I saw some for under $100
So its always been a 50/50 between wearing blundies for the banging comfort, style, work rate, there all around - year in - year out, wear them on a construction site - and then to a red carpet event class act.
To those people who identify blundstone as part of a dress code of an upwardly mobile middle class urban trendsetter.
We all know the type!
Like English made DMs the originals are still the best and you can get them direct from Tasmania in Oz.
BTW - You look banging in yours pair!
Haha thanks! Totally agree with you- the versatility of blundies are what makes them unique, functional, and iconic. Would love to own a pair of original, and I’ve been on the hunt for original doc marten made in England too! There’s a bunch on eBay I’ve had my eye on for a while, will pull the trigger one of these days!
@@TheMensch what's your US & UK boot size?
Hi there, I LOVE Blundstones, have 6 pair in different colours. Im in Canada, wear them all year round, amazing grip in the winter on ice, snow, etc, I never slip or fall wearing Blundstones. Great looking tough well made boots, look good always and made to last. I wear them with shorts in the summer until it gets too hot. Can't say enough good about them, glad I have every pair!
Sounds like you’re a super fan! Glad to hear they can handle anything you throw at them!
that jacket looks nice
thanks so much! Really glad you like it! Its from an awesome brand called Cockpit USA which makes the best leather jackets on the planet, and produce them here in NY! I put a link in the description do check them out!
My problem all the time is how you wear your jeans with blunnies. Sometimes, ppl fold their jeans. Others just let it lay loose. When I lay it loose, it sorta just drops and covers the boot. I find skinny jeans work the best. The way I want to wear them is how David Beckham wears them. Suggestions?
Yeah I agree- I think skinny jeans works best. They kind of look like potatoes when totally covered up by the pant leg! 🥔 I think part of the look is to have the jeans casually stack above the pull tabs and you get that best with skinny jeans ✌️
What size do I buy if I were a size 11US sizing In dress shoes and sneakers. I have a wider foot not super wide but a wider foot None the less. High end step I guess What size do I buy Help please!!!!
Haha well I would always recommend trying on if possible at a store near you but if you’re a sneaker size 11 then a 10 would be best in my opinion but if you have a wide foot the safer move is the 11 - but remember that u have to make sure it’s US sizing where you’re buying from! Some sites go by the original AU sizing in which case you would be one more down ie 10US = 9AU
Once you go R.M. Williams... it is hard to go back.
Haha I know I’d love to get my hands on a pair at the right price! Blundstones is definitely the more popular boot you have to admit
Given that RM Williams are at least 4 times the price, it’s not hard to see why they’re more popular. I love them, even though they aren’t made in Australia anymore.
They’ve got a 50% off sale on some of their boots right now!
Dylan Hall they sure do!
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I have lower back problems with most boots so Blundstone Boots is the fix, also I,ve always wanted a boot that feels like a pair of Crocks and these are it. I am getting a lot of compliments from people so who knows maybe they will catch on here in the Bay Area, hmmm?
What kind of boots where the once’s you laced up?
Those are my red wing blacksmiths - great boots in their own right! I actually have a video review up I did a couple weeks ago take a look! 👀
Is the actual leather portion of the boot on the Stout Browns brown or black?
Very very very dark brown! I guess that’s why they call it stout! But it does lighten up withwear
Love the style 585 boot. but only complain is my right foot give me my heel start hurt from rubbing.
What r those lace ups in the times section of the video
haha those are my Red Wing Heritage Blacksmith boots in copper rough and tough - pretty amazing boots in their own right! I have a review on them on my channel if you wanna check them out in depth! th-cam.com/video/hoBDWdQX2IU/w-d-xo.html
@@TheMensch ok thanks
You will not have the sole crumbling problem - the new ones are made with a TPU insole rather than a PU insole which is another type of polymer. Heuken - Blundstone is aware of this so take pics of yours and send to them.
Thanks for the info! The soles have been holding up really well so far so hopefully I won’t have any issue!
Rossi's and Baxters boots are still made in australia and their soling materials don't break down (and they also tend to be a more "classy" style similiar to RM's)
Yeah I’m def going to have to try a pair of those next! Which do u recommend more the Rossi or Baxter ?
Heey hello. I like the video.. i have a qts.. how wide these shoes are?
Noone in Australia calls them "Blundstins". ok just wanted to clear that up. good vid
It's more like "Blundstens" - also hi from Tasmania :D
I didn’t know they are popular. I wouldn’t be caught dead in them.
Anyone I'm open for suggestions on sizing thank you people
Aussie Aussie Aussie go go go !
Hey guys! Sierra actually has some Blunnies on sale for $99 but act quick because they sell out so fast! They are factory seconds (like the ones I featured here in this video) but seem just as good as normal Blundstones.
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Hey Mensch thanks for the tip. I am size 13 Regular in Red wing boots. Do these blunnies run big or small? What size you recommend I get if I were to buy? Also in snow, do you always need thick socks for these boots? I usually like thin socks in boots, so are they quite insulated inside so that I can wear thin socks in cold weather with these boots?
Good questions! I got the same size as my red wings (size 9US) but be careful how they size! They run according to AU sizing so I bought an 8AU and they say US9 inside so just be aware. They are actually decently insulated but becuase the collar is a Chelsea elastic there is more space for air to leak through that with an air tight seal from laces. I find them totally fine in cold weather but I wouldn’t go for them below 30 Fahrenheit! Lmk your thoughts
Not a fan but I can see there purpose. They do look comfy.
Yeah they’re definitely a lot more soft and cushiony than any other boot I own. What boots do you own or prefer?
Is this a auction was the auctioneer selling boots ?
I started wearing Blundstone years ago as a firefighter station boot.. they are much better than Georgia boot because the sole last so much longer!
The outsoles last forever. My first pair of AU boots were mongrels. The outsoles still look almost brand new after 2 years of 60+ hours work per week.
I can’t find where on the boat it is where they’re made.
Maybe you can do a blundstone vs redback?
Yeah that’s a great idea! I really want to get a pair for review - do you own either?
@@TheMensch not yet! Planning on getting blundstones for a trip to europe though lol
Tome like !
Is the lining leather too?
The leather is not lined but there’s a bit of fabric on the inside of the vamp - I like that it’s unlined I feel like it makes it more breathable
about sizing,,, they run true or big ?,,usually I am 9us 27,3cm? thx
I’d say they run slightly big. I’m usually a 9.5 in boots and went with the 9 and they’re perfect
@@TheMensch thanks
Got mine from REI💙
REI is the best! Which color did you get?
Rustic Brown👍🏼
I got one blundstone, the sole only last for a year!!!!
no way really?! Thats so disappointing! Did you reach out to them to see if they would replace them for you?
The Mensch on Menswear my local dealer only said thats “human factor”? I dont know whats that mean? And they do nothing to me😂! I reallt disappoint with this brand!
Fung Lam that is disappointing! That should never happen - do u wear them a lot? Maybe you worked them too hard!
The Mensch on Menswear i work at home mostly, and its hard to wear it daily in hong kong tropical weather!!! Anyway.....bad luck to me!!!!
@@funglam2636 yeah it definitely looks like they should have held up better than that. they responded to you though on that facebook post you posted on their page! looks like they wanted to help you out!
Really helpful video' I would reccomend getting at least a size down if your a woman
Do I size up or down for these boots ?????
I went down from my sneaker size since they are a bit wide and also don’t have laces!
Where are your 500s made in?
Where this blunstone sale I wish to buy right now please
Size 6 1/2
In the Pacific Northwest that the everyday boot.
Need to go visit - want to check out mount Rainer soon!
hows the sizing?
Since they go in half sizes I went down from my 9.5 in Clark’s to a 9 and that was the right call. I’m a 9 in red wings so go with the same size there
How about timberlands?
Not a bad suggestion! Do you own a pair? What do u think of them?
What is the model please? 510 black?
These are the 500 stout brown
Bought a pair after I saw David Beckham rocking them. Then I noticed the entire city wearing them..😒
hahah david beckham is pretty damn cool so im not surprised in influenced you into getting them!! Which city are you from?
I live in Toronto and was looking for a fall boot at the time. He was wearing a pair of the rustic brown chistle toes. I was like what are those rugged vintage looking Chelsea style field boots..? Bought them and as soon I stepped outside I realized I was late to the party..lol oh well, still a great boot.
@@progressivelibertarianview8832 nice! I hope they served you well during the winter in the great white north! Did u get the regular 500's or the dress version with the chisel toe?
Thinking about buying them, but the sole gives me some pause. It doesn’t seem like it’s a quality sole. And the boot as a whole doesn’t seem like it’s a quality shoe. It seems cheap to me. Even the weight, to me, suggests they’re cheap, but overpriced. It’s especially the sole I have concerns with, and the clip you showed where somebody had a bust out sole doesn’t seem surprising to me from my examination and opinion of the sole just from visual examination. I may be wrong about these concerns, and I hope I am. But I get the suspicion that they’re not as good as they seem to be said to be. I suspect, and you mention, they used to be good, and as with many products these days, the company was sold to another outfit or something and they got greedy and started cutting corners, so they’re not really good anymore, kind of surviving on their previous reputation which they probably don’t have anymore. I hope I am wrong, and I may be, but my impression of them is they’re kind of crappy but overpriced. And as often happen, when people pay a lot for something they’re reluctant to admit it’s a waste! They try to justify it and hype it and convince themselves it really worth the value they attach to it. Maybe that’s what’s going on with these boots at about $200 today. Again, I hope I am wrong. What would be helpful is if somebody was able to cut them lengthwise and see what the sole is really like! My impression is it’s one of those cheaper Chinese hollow soles. I hope I am wrong. Perhaps the person with the bust soles really abused them too much! But then again as outback boots they need to be able to take the beating!
Haha thanks for your comment and I appreciate you saying that u hope you’re wrong - a lot of people are looking for things they can hate on. I think the points you brought up are all valid. I think it depends on what you’re using them for but for sure the soles aren’t anything to brag about. Mine have still held up really well but like you’re saying for close to $200 they’re really relying on reputation more than superior quality. But like I said, I got mine for $80 on Sierra.com as factory seconds and for that price they’re more than a good value. But I ave to agree that if you plan on using these for heavy work, they aren’t a great choice. Cheers ✌️
The Mensch on Menswear I tried out some, and they’re actually really well made and comfy right out of the box. So I can see why they’re popular. They were slightly tight on me in the mid foot area, so I am going to find a size larger at REI and see if it fits better.
Do they make them for kids?
Good question! I don’t belief so - uggs makes some good kids boots my nephew has a pair haha
I have pretty small feet so I can buy the kids ones and they are way cheaper that the adult ones
What’s the biggest kids size they make? Great idea!
Size 3 In kids sadly
I was going to buy a pair, but now I know the are made in the the far East and no longer made in Tasmania add this to the fact that flocks of sheeple are wearing them around the city to pick up their soya mocha lattes, I will be finding a different brand... Redbacks are still made in Australia, better quality, same price point and the hispter haven't discovered them yet 😜
Bro; I really like your videos. You articulate yourself really well. For the love of god please practice speaking slower.
Haha thank you for the buffer! Yeah my biggest problem is speaking too fast and it’s definitely something I’m working on. I think it started because I watch every TH-cam video on double speed!
They were good when they were Aussie made. We wear RM Williams now mate
That’s what I’m hearing - sad to see a brand lose their heritage so quickly
The leather is good but the souls don't last, mine the rubber has literally fallen apart and although I have had them for about 4 years, I haven't really worn them much at all, pretty disappointed, they used to be good when they were made in Australia, now they're shit 👎🏽 (from australia)
Haha yeah I’ve heard that the soles are a big issue with blundstones. It’s really sad to see them downgrade their materials to such a low standard. I’ve heard that hot temperatures are a cause of the rubber sole wearing out so I try not to wear them in the summer!
u want a better uastralian boot made in australia that look like blundstone go for rossi
Blundies for breakfast
Not my style I like my laces 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻.
spotsill haha I kind of agree but still see the benefit to having a slip on boot! They definitely have a calling! Which lace ups do you own?
They have only become popular in the US. Recently as they are now “trendy” the hipsters have picked them up now it’s cool. Here in OZ they have always been here, nothing special, not “trendy” just a blue collar standard boot.
Agreed - I think what starts with hipsters generally moves to the public and so getting more guys in boots instead of trendy sneakers is a good thing imo!
I feel like I was watching this on 1.25x speed
I know I talk really fast! I’m working on it haha
Buy a pair of Australian Redback boots. Way more comfy.
Right, feels more comfy but at the same time more heavier. I made a full review of Blundstone vs Redback here th-cam.com/video/UgQVjdFXO_U/w-d-xo.html don’t forget to turn the English CC on
@@youmayalsolike Thanks. Good review 👍
I dont think it will last here in Fort McMurray AB its just an overrated boots in my opinion
You wouldn’t be wrong - I think in terms of quality it is overrated. I really think it’s more of a trend these days and a fashion thing. But honestly I do enjoy wearing these when I’m feeling lazy or need something quick for a light hike that can take me from the office to the trailhead
Advertisement video. The quality is shite now and I say this as a once proud Australian who has been wearing blunnies on and off since the 80's. Went to buy the 600 recently and it was depressing to see how low they have gone on quality. Redbacks are great but not if you don't need the chunky industrial look.
Don’t ever cuff with these
Do you cover up the pull tabs or let the pants sit on top of them?
The Mensch on Menswear id cover them
Everyone thinks they won't have the 'problem' with the sole, till they do...
Don't believe the hype people these are just a spongey soled chelsea boots that is now manufactured by the lowest bidder. Much better and cheaper alternatives out there.
I wouldn’t disagree with you - def not the best boot you can buy with $170! I think it’s such a shame they don’t offer a AU made version for a bit more money. It would make a big difference in their image and reward loyal fans for sticking with them
@@TheMensch they do still manufacture one model in Hobart, not sure the gumboots will appeal to your viewers.
Redback is a better boot, so comfortable....
Will have to get those next!!
man, those are some hideous boots !!