Australian work boots, anyone wear them?
Posted: Sat Oct 01, 2016 10:26 pm
I'm talking about this particular style of boot:
I'm on my third pair of Blundstones now, and their lifespan is almost up. This pair lasted me two seasons (May thru October) of outdoor work, which is as long as any work boot I've worn has lasted. They're exactly what I want in a summer work boot...light weight, no laces to get destroyed from welding spatter and no toe cap stitching to come apart. What I don't like is the price, $200 (in Canada) for a no-frills, no safety boot that's made in Vietnam. Unfortunately, I can't find any similar boots from other manufacturers on the market up here to compare them to.
So, is there anyone else wearing this style of boot, and what brand would you recommend? I'd like to know if there's anything better out there for the price. I'm not averse to ordering from Australia and having them shipped here.
Thanks!
I'm on my third pair of Blundstones now, and their lifespan is almost up. This pair lasted me two seasons (May thru October) of outdoor work, which is as long as any work boot I've worn has lasted. They're exactly what I want in a summer work boot...light weight, no laces to get destroyed from welding spatter and no toe cap stitching to come apart. What I don't like is the price, $200 (in Canada) for a no-frills, no safety boot that's made in Vietnam. Unfortunately, I can't find any similar boots from other manufacturers on the market up here to compare them to.
So, is there anyone else wearing this style of boot, and what brand would you recommend? I'd like to know if there's anything better out there for the price. I'm not averse to ordering from Australia and having them shipped here.
Thanks!