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22 February 2012, 21:44 #1Member
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I've owned 4 pair of Danner's over a 20+ year career- I don't have a bad word to say about them, I learned prior to buying my 1st pair from a buddy in the military to only buy Danner's that are made in America. Sorry to hear about your experience with the Vandal's- looking at their web site I see that the Vandal's are part of the 'Import" line.
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22 February 2012, 21:48 #2Contributing Member
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The Vandals lasted two months before busting stitches instead of two weeks. Currently, the imported model has a more impressive track record.
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23 February 2012, 10:44 #3Contributing Member
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I have been wearing various models of LOWA's. My newest pair is the zephyr. The tread is soft but they lasted me a year in AFG. They fit like a hybrid sneaker hiker and I have no problems running in them. The ankle support is great too. I honestly love these boots and will buy a third pair when one goes down.
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25 February 2012, 12:12 #4
For the guys that have Corcoran boots, can you tell me if they have a lining?
I've had Bates and Rockys, and the thing that wears out first for me is the lining, so I'm looking for boots that are just one layer of leather. My boots will have a lining in them - they're called socks!
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22 May 2012, 21:52 #5Member
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The Danner Striker boots I wear for duty are the most durable I have ever worn.
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9 June 2012, 23:45 #6Contributing Member
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I finally found the receipt for the Vandals. I sent them back to Danner and they sent me a brand new pair no questions asked. We'll see how they hold up.
The RAT boots wore a LOT for that first month or so, but have since sort of stabilized. I am a bit disappointed in that, but at least they are functional. These are probably the most breathable boots I have ever worn. (Mine are the no-Goretex version).
A couple days ago I ordered another pair from the website where Danner sells their seconds. They're comfortable, effective boots- even if they do like like they're falling to pieces.-lamarbrog
I sold my Browning High Power because it is a heavy, low-capacity, hammer-biting, magazine disconnecting, stiff manual safetied artifact with uncommon magazines, and it still holds the honored place of being my least favorite pistol I have ever owned.
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10 June 2012, 06:40 #7The RAT boots wore a LOT for that first month or so, but have since sort of stabilized. I am a bit disappointed in that, but at least they are functional. These are probably the most breathable boots I have ever worn. (Mine are the no-Goretex version).
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It doesn't surprise me. I'm quickly becoming convinced that the only way to get boots of acceptable quality would be to have them custom made by someone who really knows what they are doing. It's cost prohibitive.
I'm just going to start buying whatever boots I can get cheap that are a reasonably well-respected brand. I don't think paying more gets you a better product when it comes to footwear (after a certain point, obviously). Get cheap ones, when they fall apart in two months, get a new pair.-lamarbrog
I sold my Browning High Power because it is a heavy, low-capacity, hammer-biting, magazine disconnecting, stiff manual safetied artifact with uncommon magazines, and it still holds the honored place of being my least favorite pistol I have ever owned.
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24 July 2012, 18:30 #9Member
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just got a pair of saloman quest 4d gtx. the best boot i have ever owned
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7 December 2012, 12:06 #10
That mirrors my experience too. I have had the Salomon Quest 4D GTX boots for several months now and they are excellent.
I had a recommendation to try the Salomon boots after being dissatisfied with Danner, Vasque, Merrel etc and after trying, not only their boots, but their trail running shoes and mid height boots I am sold on their quality and value.Last edited by Cameron; 28 December 2012 at 18:34.
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7 December 2012, 19:45 #11Contributing Member
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Wow, this thread is still going... guess it's time for an update.
I still have my Danner RAT boots. After the excessive wear they showed in the first two weeks- they actually haven't gotten substantially worse. Most of the wear that has become evident since that first few weeks is just cosmetic. The soles have gotten a good bit thinner- but I spend every day walking around on a concrete floor, so that's no surprise. No stitches breaking to speak of or further unraveling of any fabric. I ordered a second pair as a backup.
I recently ordered a pair of the non-Goretex Kinetic boots made by Danner. I've worn them for about a week now and am impressed with their comfort. They are imported, made in Vietnam so I hope they don't come apart quickly. I don't believe they can be recrafted. I'm really just breaking them in, and will probably return to my first pair of RAT boots after that and put these in back stock. Very comfortable, though, and light- they might get pulled out if I go on any longer duration backpacking trips. My only complaint so far is the color- they're practically white.-lamarbrog
I sold my Browning High Power because it is a heavy, low-capacity, hammer-biting, magazine disconnecting, stiff manual safetied artifact with uncommon magazines, and it still holds the honored place of being my least favorite pistol I have ever owned.
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27 June 2013, 17:53 #12Contributing Member
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Anyone try SWAT boots? I've been thinking about getting a pair of the side zip ones.
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28 June 2013, 08:39 #13
Been wearing boots for over 35 years. I'm sure there are custom boots and mfg's that we have never heard of and of exreme quality. However, I have to say that I have never been disappointed with any Danner boots I have purchased. I have actually re-soled a few. I just picked up a pair of 453 gtx boots and am completed satisfied.
Boots are like trailers, seems like you need a more than one to suit different applications. One rarely covers all.
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28 June 2013, 19:34 #14
Anyone have a decent recommendation on a low cut boot? During the summer months I like to wear "low - tops" instead of a full size boot.
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3 July 2013, 09:04 #15