A work buddy came into the shop one day excited that he had just ordered an "awesome" pair of new boots. When I asked him what kind, he said it was a new, up and coming brand that I probably hadn't heard of, and he couldn't remember the name anyway. In my head, I remember thinking - I sure hope they aren't Brunts or Portlands... A week later, homeboy comes in in shiny new Brunts. I didn't say anything because he's a nice guy and seemed stoked on his new kicks. Maybe all the trusted and negative reviews I had seen were overkill... Sure enough, in about three weeks, the poor guy's boots started falling apart. Pretty bad too. It was as if one thing held them together, and that one key piece had broken. Anyway, it made his day hell and he had to go to the local farm and feed after work and buy some Thourogoods off the shelf. This was about a year or so ago, give or take. His Thourogoods are holding up just fine...
@kenrankin5814
10 ай бұрын
I am on my 4th year wearing my Georgia boots, great boots and perfectly happy with them. I've seen these and others in the price range, and that sketchy advertising (I actually had just watched another popular boot reviewer comment on the same kind of advertising on another brand, (funny how the lower tiers are coming out to make a buck) before watching this one) the worst pair of work boots I ever had were a pair of Wolverines that the stitching, practically all of it, broke within 6 months. I resewed them and they lasted about a year. Great video, love your content and I am sure the owners of Brunt all wear loafers 😀
@ike780
8 ай бұрын
At an arborcare company, we had half the guys buy the same model of brunt type workbooks. Non US made, cheap. The only pair left is hanging in a tree. A guy bought US made Thorogood mock toes and another guy bought Nicks. 2 years later, both are still going.
@guyfawkesuThe1
2 ай бұрын
Ya do you know that people who work for Caterpillar company do NOT wear Caterpillar boots?? Never saw anyone wearing them.
@myhomiealex6
27 күн бұрын
@@guyfawkesuThe1 this reminds me of when I worked at chrysler. And NOONE, owned any of the vehicles we sold from the lot. Only hondas, Subaru, or Toyotas.
@myhomiealex6
27 күн бұрын
This reminds me of where I work. I work in a warehouse, and seeing everyone either wear tennis shoes, hokkas, or cemented work boots. (anything under 120$) I'm the only one who wears Thorogoods. The only other boot brand I've seen are from the mechanics who wear georgia boots. And some people who wear romeos. Even when I told people the benefits of owning a wedge sole boot. They literally still go out and buy the same shoe, or buy hokas.
@Niznuts123
10 ай бұрын
I remember I use to follow this contractor on IG and really liked brunt. I was looking to upgrade my boots so I was going to purchase these. Literally about to pay and thankfully got distracted. Later that night saw a video from rose anvil about the new whites moc toes. Bit the bullet and dropped $365 for boots. Kind of regretted it but also excited and curious? That was 3 years ago. Still wearing them, resoled once, and still the most comfortable anything I’ve ever worn on my feet. Can stand all day and walk all day, no pain. And still in great shape. Will be retiring them soon.
@shanewatters4967
8 ай бұрын
I screwed up and bought the Brunt Marin about a year ago. They lasted about 4 to 5 months and they were WORE OUT. This review is spot on. They felt great for about 45 days with no break in period and then your foot felt like it was standing on the floor itself. I would recommend spending a hundred bucks more and get a boot that will last several years. You will have to break them in but they will form to your foot and last.
@ShouUFu
6 ай бұрын
Jesus thank god for this comment … literally had my cart ready to go on my other web page … I ran with thorogoods for a while and wanted to maybe switch up … anybody have any recommendations or should I just stick to what I know ?
@shanewatters4967
6 ай бұрын
@@ShouUFu stick with what you know brother.
@larrybohlken147
10 ай бұрын
When i got my nicks 2 years ago, my wife being concerned with the price tried to convince me to buy a pair of these. Thank goodness i was able to convince her that it was a terrible idea.
@Keepgoing9919
9 ай бұрын
Pretty sad that your wife dictates what you can buy for your own feet
@boejiden1065
9 ай бұрын
Thank goodness he was able to convince her “this time” 🤣
@jamesbriangaultier3247
8 ай бұрын
@@Keepgoing9919 from what I read she didn't 'dictate' but aimed at discussing it since it's probably THEIR money he's spending and Nick's cost 4-5x the Brunts
@Keepgoing9919
8 ай бұрын
@@jamesbriangaultier3247 yeah I guess that makes sense if it’s their money together
@noone-pg4lr
8 ай бұрын
@@jamesbriangaultier3247 nah it’s his money
@andrewpeterson554
9 ай бұрын
My favorite thing is when I see their add comparing the sole of their boots to the “off brand” read the room Brunt you are the off brand.
@kelsydean6902
10 ай бұрын
Great video, again. I like getting real, honest reviews from real blue collar workers. I know you have done plenty of recommendation videos for work boots. Can you do one for mechanics? What did you use when you were working with solvents, oils and on the concrete all day that lasts longer than a year? Keep up the good work
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
For sure man! I have a mechanic buddy of mine doing some testing right now.
@bobbed81xs650
10 ай бұрын
I was a tech for 20 years and got out of the business 1.5 years ago. I found Thorogoods to be the best bang for the buck.
@PRSguy94
10 ай бұрын
You described my experience with Brunt down to a T. I purchased a set of Ryng low comp toes, and they were, by a fair margin, the worst boots I've purchased. The plastic eyes broke within a week, they were uncomfortable, and began tearing the stitching after a few weeks of use. I got a pair of Red Wing 2406's after that, and a year and a half later they're still holding up
@nickstahl1920
7 ай бұрын
I've worn 2406s for years....usually get a year or a year and a half out of them.....last pair would not break in....decided to try the ryngs. Out of the box, they were awesome....6 months later they are falling apart....really disappointing. I'm a finish carpenter. I'm not nearly as hard on boots as a lot of tradesmen. Back to the 2406s I go...
@robfelts8076
10 ай бұрын
I bought a Marin a few years ago. They were pretty comfortable at first. After about a month, the sole really started breaking down. I don't think the boots lasted 3 months.
@Skinnymoose
3 ай бұрын
Same here. That guy on the ad sure is proud to have his name on that crappy chinese boot, though...haha.
@falconfabrications
10 ай бұрын
I absolutely can't stand that brand!! I'm glad to see someone roasting them. After years of seeing their annoying ads, there are 2 things that bug me the most: 1) Anytime someone comments on their ads asking about country of origin, they give the same generic response about how they could only find manufacturers in China to make those boots to their comfort and quality specifications. Like a garbage throw-away cemented boot is so rare and only special Chinese factories could meet those rigorous standards. 2) They claim to cut out the middle man and pass the savings onto the customer. Except the prices aren't even good for how low quality their stuff is. I think they use the extra profit on all their annoying ad campaigns and fake reviews.
@andrewacton5885
10 ай бұрын
The best cheap boots are the Irish Setter Ashby. Same price range as Brunt, wayyyy better cheap boot
@stus1171
9 ай бұрын
I’ve had a pair for three years, but I only use them around the house and in the woods. They are sufficiently comfortable, quality was questionable though. After less than a year, the boot started to split (the sole from the boot), which allowed water to get in very easily. I still use them for a pair of junk boots, but when it came time to buy a new pair, I went with Danner.
@KingSatura
10 ай бұрын
These guys delete comments and reviews as well. The company is more trash than the boots. I had a debate with one of my technicians a bit ago about these boots. He was 2 weeks into them claiming how comfortable they were. 2 months later he was wearing Thorogoods. 😂
@brianbutler6782
8 ай бұрын
The worst thing that ever happened for workwear was having it become fashionable. These seem like a great example of a casual fashion boot masquerading as a work boot. For me, if I can't get at least 4 years out of a construction boot I feel cheated.
@shaunlehman9158
8 ай бұрын
4 years!! You must be a electrician or a plumber 🤣 I have to buy a new pair of boots once a year as a structural welder / Ironworker
@StartSomething93
8 ай бұрын
4 years??? What boots you got??
@brianbutler6782
8 ай бұрын
@@StartSomething93 I'm a mechanical insulator, and I wear Red Wing 2406 steel toe boots.
@Skinnymoose
3 ай бұрын
Im lucky if i get 6 months
@Alienspecies635
Ай бұрын
@@shaunlehman9158hahaha you got it right I don't know what he is but I'm an HVAC technician and my boots timberlands always last me 4-5 years. Got the brunt Marin's and 9 months later the insides all torn up on both boots and they're no longer water proof. Make sense though an iron workers boots go through hell compared to plumbers, electricians and hvac guys
@timothyk4125
10 ай бұрын
bro, your super honest reviews are awesome. thank you
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@timothyk4125
10 ай бұрын
@@CarlMurawski your welcome. keep the channel going reviews of workwear by tradesmen like you who actually works and will give no BS reviews is really helpful
@TechMechMen
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for your honest review. I totally agree about reviews that are bought and payed for. It’s rather infuriating that the internet is full of BS review blogs and top ten list with Amazon links and a million ads for dumb products, written by someone who has never even held those products in their hands. Honest reviews of products are harder and harder to find.
@scottulrich2725
10 ай бұрын
I will never buy another pair of work boots not made by Nicks. The quality, the customer service -- amazing. I burned through dozens of pairs of $200.00 boots before stepping up to a PNW boot. Never looking back.
@andrewacton5885
10 ай бұрын
I can say that buying these marins got me really into boots. I realized how terrible they were and started getting into real heritage style boots
@aaronwidder9624
10 ай бұрын
Carl, great video on these brands that spam and market down your throat to make a buck! As an electrician, and a electrical teacher at the IEC, Ive seen countless apprentices walk in with a new pair of brunt's, and about a month later, they're trashed! I always tell them to just save a few pay checks, and invest into your footwear! It's a night and day difference in being able to work hard in good pair of boots, compared to trash like Brunt! Great stuff Carl!
@goodfellamoto5787
10 ай бұрын
I work in construction and I’m a firm believer in thorogood boots. I always have guys ask me about them and end up buying these brunt’s only to have them fall apart in a month or 2. It’s nothing for me to get 1 or 2 years out of thorogoods and the comfort never declines
@sbentsen2714
8 ай бұрын
Amen, I work in a glass shop where I'm on my feet all day on hard concrete and after several shoes I finally pulled the trigger on some thorogoods, man oh man the best decision I ever made. So comfortable, even pain I had in my left hip and knee has gone away since wearing these 👌🏼
@shaunlehman9158
8 ай бұрын
Thorogood is the best boots on the market followed closely by redwings. I wear both brands just depends on where I’m at when it time for a new lie of boots and what I can find in a store because I refuse to order my work boots online
@GuardianOfTheDamned
7 ай бұрын
Thorogood is hands down the worst and most uncomfortable boots i ever own. @@shaunlehman9158
@kennethscott4130
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for this honest review. I definitely will be looking elsewhere to buy a work boot.
@CarlMurawski
2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@StewartAntonio
10 ай бұрын
The intro was great and you made so many good points that encapsulate the core values of your channel very well. Which is why many of us watch I think, there's just not enough good work wear and quality mans clothing reviews out there. I recently have been shopping for new boots after my favorite redwing CRV's which are no longer produced have reached the end of a good 4 year run of real work 40hrs a week on jobsites as a commercial electrician. The critical aspect for me aside from durability and quality is some toe room I can't have my toes feel like they're in a cast and so so many boots seem to overlook this anatomical feature, one of the only reasons I didn't go ahead and spend on a PNW boot, I was scared my forefoot would suffer, thus landing me on trying out some of the higher end Keens for the first time. Look forward to seeing future video reviews from you on various models and brands of major work boots.
@scottc77
9 ай бұрын
I’m a 30 year machinist from Washington state and started in the 90’s with Wolverine, went to Georgia than Thorogood and Redwing. Finally in my late 40’s ponied up to Whites first and recently Frank’s. The durability and craftsmanship is so far ahead of any of them. I don’t miss spending $200 plus a year on disposable boots.
@johnnyb6067
7 ай бұрын
I’ve been a machinist for about 25 years. I wore redwing almost exclusively until I ended up with a pair of wolverines because of a time crunch needing steel toe for a new job. They’re holding up better than I expected but after two years, I just sent in fit sheets for a pair of Frank’s. I’m probably 6 months away from receiving them but I’m excited and don’t mind the wait.
@scottc77
7 ай бұрын
@@johnnyb6067 they’ll be worth it brother, my Frank’s are the inexpensive Patriot model which I kind knew my size but since I am a 3 1/2 drive I’ll be headed there soon for a proper fitting. I’m going to get a pair of 4” boots for weekends. After that I’m thinking of getting a pair of T1 Commander’s, 8” and full custom with toe caps and pull holes. What model did you order??
@stevenr5534
6 ай бұрын
I was happy to hear you mention Keens as a good quality affordable brand for work boots. Have you reviewed Keens work boots yet? Of course, they're not on the same level of quality as brands like Nick's or White's, but they are good, IMHO.
@scottc77
4 ай бұрын
@@johnnyb6067 did you ever get your Franks yet
@MNDmanIII
4 ай бұрын
So I got my my 6" Brunt Toe Marins last year in July or August of 2023. I was running a scooter & bike logistics company and put a ton of sidewalk and pavement walking into these boots. I use the upper foot of the boot to lift and spin around rentable electric scooters. The boots held up ok until maybe 2 or three weeks ago when I used the rear leather loop to pull the boots onto my feet and the stitching ripped and caused one of the leather pull straps to peel from the back of the boot. I also notice a wear pattern on the rear sole of the boot but that is to be expected. I've done a few tree jobs with the boots over the last month or so and they are taking a beating now. Honestly the most comfortable boots I've ever worn but I'm really put off with the fact that the leather pull on eyelette tore from the back of the boot. Then I see this review and kind of shake my head in agreement. I'll probably try the new Brunt welted and the black brunt before I completely call it quits with them based on how good my knees and little fatigue I get while wearing them but long term, I may look into something else. I appreciate the video here.
@joe_ferreira
10 ай бұрын
I contacted them because I was looking for a cheap pair of boots to destroy around my yard, and needed sizing information. They could not give me CM or JP sizing and kept telling me that they don't sell in Europe or Asia. CM or JP sizing is based on actual measurements and after a week and a half of going back and forth I gave up. They just kept saying that they fit true to size. But the US vs EU sizing didn't match up as they normally do with other brands.If they can't answer sizing information then they don't deserve my money.
@tstewardson
10 ай бұрын
What is JP sizing? Assuming cm in centimeters?
@joe_ferreira
10 ай бұрын
@@tstewardson yes CM is centimeters and JP is Japan. JP is also centimeters. They are both the same thing. There is also Mondo sizing sometimes which is Millimeters. Those 3 are the only sizing that uses actual measurements. To properly measure your feet, place a piece of paper against a wall. Stand on the paper with one foot and your heal against the wall. Trace your foot with a pen/pencil. Repeat for the other foot. Then measure the length of your outline from heal to the top of the big toe in CM/MM with a metric measuring tape.
@tstewardson
10 ай бұрын
And do you know of any direct correlations to the industry standards for each measurement? Meaning , are all size 9's a certain measurement?@@joe_ferreira
@joe_ferreira
10 ай бұрын
@@tstewardson each company from last to last the sizing doesn't compare to brannock sizing. So the issue is not specific to one company vs another but also exists within the same shoes/boots if they have different lasts also. This is not specific to boots but applies to all footwear. I first learned this trying to find inline skates that fit properly many years ago.
@Mrb00st
9 ай бұрын
I'm a mechanic, my coworker bought some of these and returned them pretty quickly- said they were very uncomfortable. The fake welt is lame. At this price point I'd probably get Wolverines
@memorosls5583
6 ай бұрын
I got a pair 9 months ago and the sole is gone already, my Dr. Marten Chelsea Industrial lasted about 3 years, each pair.
@provendbg3202
10 ай бұрын
It took me about 2 months to figure out that these boots were the reason my calf was cramping up. So past the 30 day return mark. I left a review of them that they deleted. And gave them to my son. I have JKs now
@HARMAN7777
10 ай бұрын
HAPPY THANKSGIVING 🦃
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
Same to you!
@kurtinfl
10 ай бұрын
I feel like Taft/Taft 365 and Portland Leather Goods/Patina deserve this sort review as well.
@pacibaco
3 ай бұрын
I’ve been wearing Red Wings for 3 plus decades. I simultaneously wear 3 pair throughout the week , each being of varying stages of wear . I can and do wear them to mow the lawn or do various home related tasks as well , I never race home to take them off either. My favorite boots or shoes period.
@JoeSmith-pm8is
10 ай бұрын
A young journeyman on the job bought these and was surprised when I told him they were made in China. They fell apart in a month and they gave him a new pair but pretty much the same result. I told him I’ve been wearing redwings for 30 years and he should give them a shot
@joepeterbilly2922
10 ай бұрын
Nice Carl. Nailed it. Buy better, buy less. And for Crissakes be comfortable.
@titocuevasseattle
10 ай бұрын
Irish setter boots go for around the same price and have a Goodyear welt sole, thicker leather and are a proven brand. Made in Vietnam so that can be a con for some.
@richardjohnson6053
6 ай бұрын
I get ya red flag first was were almost out of stock. I called them out, but never a definitive answer. So I declined the purchase. Luv ur good reviews.
@CarlMurawski
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience man, hopefully that will clue in others.
@JuanCarlos-hz3cy
3 ай бұрын
I fell for the advertisement too . I made it till 4 till they blew out from the side
@matthewgleason9605
6 ай бұрын
Brunt's are the absolute worst boots on the market. I've found Thorogood to be the best boots that money can buy.
@kyledavis7292
8 ай бұрын
My brother, I couldn't agree more. I'm a truck driver and he's boots after 2 weeks. Your phone apart and again sliced Up just threw not gonna last
@StAustin101
10 ай бұрын
You should have included photos of the boots after the test period. Some nice before and after pictures would be great. Show the real life wear.
@StAustin101
10 ай бұрын
Hopefully with your new wear test program you will show before and after images of the products. You images look great and probably instagram worthy but I don’t do any social media. So hopefully on KZitem you will show the after images.
@michaelgee8078
5 ай бұрын
I bought a pair of these a couple years ago, and had a pretty disappointing time with them. I got the smallest size they had in men's (7) and they were still too big, so I had to return them and get a size 9 in women's. That's fine, but they don't sell the women's boots with safety toes. My job didn't require safety toes but they certainly helped from time to time, so I bit the bullet. As soon as I got the new pair, I realized that they fit better. But now they seemed to dig into my shin pretty hard at the top of the tongue. I figured it'd go away once they broke in, but it never did. By the time I got rid of them, my shin hurt even after I took them off. They were comfortable on my feet for 8+ hours a day, but walking on them still hurt that whole time. I really hoped that since their marketing lately has been that their boots are even better than before, I might give them another try. I'm glad I didn't.
@averyj.steele1074
10 ай бұрын
The more hate this brand gets, the better. What junk.
@brading84
10 ай бұрын
Harsh words, but sometimes the truth hurts.. I’m sticking to my red wings! Keep it up Carl! 👍
@dubester1982
10 ай бұрын
Ill take my Jim Greens all day long vs these things!
@bossman4799
10 ай бұрын
I worked manual labor in parks (lots of mud, snow, gravel, brush) till I moved a few months ago. I have a pair of Red Wong Dynaforces that got 1/2 a year of rotated use and 1 year of full use. They’re still going strong and I brought them with me for when I have to do work outside so they’ll last me many years, especially since I don’t work outside anymore. I have no need for something like Brunt’s but thank you for letting others know to look elsewhere.
@scottw7215
3 ай бұрын
Red wings are junk. Give them out free to department of transportation every year. They have to because they fall apart before a year every time!
@danmills2293
7 ай бұрын
I’m working at Yale St.Rays new addition and I love my new Brunt’s. My last pair of Brunt’s lasted over 13 months…..
@CarlMurawski
7 ай бұрын
Im here also, and I'd love to see these boots.
@danmills2293
7 ай бұрын
@@CarlMurawski see you at stretch and flex I’m Forman for Century Drywall
@danmills2293
7 ай бұрын
I’ll bring old ones also for you to see
@CarlMurawski
7 ай бұрын
@@danmills2293 gotcha, I’m with Ducci Electrical. Don’t bury our outlets!!!
@danmills2293
7 ай бұрын
@@CarlMurawski 😂 Ha Ha … see you in the am
@elijahmoua8901
7 ай бұрын
Got a pair of brunt boots and used it for about a year. They’re obviously comfortable due to the foam BUTTT a year later they crease like Air Force ones. Shitty thin quality and a plastic sole instead of wood sole like Redwings. Redwings Ontop💪💪
@michaellyons1926
Ай бұрын
The Rockrooster wedge boots that have the real vibram Christie soles are really Good for the price. I think they are called the norwoods. Have had them for a while now, and they’ve been great.
@wendiecroston5948
5 ай бұрын
My husband bought a pair of these. First day in lousy weather and his feet were SOAKED!! We tried to email customer service, non existent email. Called customer service.TWICE! Said they were helping other customers and would return our call. NOTHING! Wish I had seen your video before he wasted 100+ dollars. Bottom line...DON'T BUY THEM!
@tom_scalisi
10 ай бұрын
Couldn't agree more. I write tool and workwear reviews as well, and Brunt sent me a pair for free. I told the rep they were uncomfortable and bulky (and ugly), and they asked what I was used to (Thorogoods). They offered to send me another pair that were more in line with my taste, but I wasn't interested. Fast-forward to a few weeks ago when I finally wore them on a roofing project, and they didn't make it through a single day without the lace ripping completely off of one boot. Laces are replaceable, yes, but c'mon. I know why they're so popular, but it's just shilling.
@tom_scalisi
10 ай бұрын
I'll also add that you guys found the leather to be thin. My Marin's were the insulated version, and they were extremely stiff. The pressure on the front of my shin was unreal. Just my $0.02.
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
Tom, thank you for the valuable feedback echoing my own experience. I think I may have read some of your work on Bob Villa? Maybe I'm mistaken.
@tom_scalisi
10 ай бұрын
@@CarlMurawski That's me. This Old House, Family Handyman, Pro Tool Reviews.... ah, the list goes on!
@chrisparol1345
10 ай бұрын
They look like they belong in Walmart next to some crocks
@darrelnickels17
10 ай бұрын
Got a pair and i agree the first week or two was great then the sole came off the upper.
@Finalflash9985
4 ай бұрын
I bought a pair after a recommendation of a coworker working assembly/ industrial Painting. I will say they were comfortable. But they lasted about 3-6 months on just concrete. The the comp toes were ripped through the leather. The inside of the heel lining ripped. The soles especially the heels went fast. This is on smooth concrete floors too the amount of lacquer thinner i have to use probably didn't help. The next pair of boots i got a $50 pair of Angry Rams from Amazon have lasted longer.
@snazzypants57
5 ай бұрын
I honestly wanted to love these...but I always get unexplainable knee pain after a few hours when I wear them. I've never had knee pain before. Comfortable enough when moving, but I feel like the fatigue set in for me when just standing.
@johnsradios484
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for a honest non bias review.
@CarlMurawski
5 ай бұрын
No problem!
@mitchgregory4714
5 ай бұрын
I’ll be honest. For the money, I always get my best out of a pair of Georgia boots. I work in a shop 10 hours a day and I can say I easily get about a year or longer if I stretch them and my feet are never sore. ONE TIME I went away from Georgia boots and got a pair of red wings and rolled my ankle due to no ankle support. Cool fact, Georgia boots have ankle locks in some of their boots and they are still under 200 bucks
@Muscovy7
10 ай бұрын
Imagine saying you’re better than Thorogood for workers, crazy.
@johnroyea8866
9 ай бұрын
I happened to buy a pair of the Brunt’s. And definitely didn’t like them. Then got a nice pair of Keen moc toe boots and they lasted almost a year. Now I went with RedWing and love them. The End.. Merry Christmas!
@robertrodney1877
10 күн бұрын
Only people who should wear brunt’s are the office ponies
@doogeerugged89
8 ай бұрын
I bought these with knowing who these company was. I bought these when i was a helper in a body shop. I will admit they are comfortable. I can't add photos here so i add photos on my comments on their Facebook adds. So, 7 months on dry concrete NO OIL, NO CHEMICALS , and the outer souls started peeling. The outer souls is maybe 1mm thick. The outer soul is glued on. You can not replace it because they have a FAKE goodwill stitching. Pry you dont get them wet the leather gets hella dark. 7 months it the ABSOLUTE most you will get out if these boots before the 1mm outer soul's glue comes apart and the tread on these last about 5 month. After that the shoes are slip hazards.
@KDlGG
9 ай бұрын
I kept seeing these and almost debated getting these, something just didn’t feel right though so I never went through with it
@beginscratch
9 ай бұрын
Sounds a lot like Keens. So comfy in the beginning but it only lasted a couple of weeks. I'd spent so much I kept wearing them and my feet hurt. The last straw was walking across a freshly rained on parking lot and my socks were wet.
@bry6781
10 ай бұрын
If you're a desk jockey like a PM, you can probably afford a nicer pair of boots too
@davidingles6265
10 ай бұрын
I've had a pair of Keens for a month now, and they're killing it. Holding up great to aggressive treatment. If you're on a budget, Carolina and Keen are brands I can say from experience hold up great.
@gtiguy1992able
9 ай бұрын
Keen offers a year warranty also against defects but I ran keens and brunt’s also danner, all have been good to me in the construction industry
@stevenr5534
6 ай бұрын
I agree with you about Keens being good quality boots at a good price. Plus, Keens have good foot support and a wide toe box.
@john091077
7 ай бұрын
They remind me of these fake boot slippers I got at Walmart for $10.
@williamo1980
8 ай бұрын
I bought the Brunt Marin soft toe’s because I had the Keen Red Hooks and after a year maybe I wanted a more traditional boot look (moc toe). Saw these all over instagram. The composite toe I first got I immediately sent back cause they were stiff as hell. The soft toe would be fine if the sole / outsole was softer. They suck. Stiff and no real give for a wedge sole. The boot itself if comfortable because I got the lined ones (although they don’t breathe well). I wouldn’t get them again.
@tekufu
10 ай бұрын
Now the real question is, would you rather wear the brunts or a pair of loafers
@eleazarjaime4149
7 ай бұрын
I folded and bought some.. and there straight doo doo never again will I fold to ads man never again.
@redletters633
5 күн бұрын
Pipefitter here, refineries, climbing towers 10-12hr days 6 days a week usually. I actually like brunt, I also bought 2 pairs of thorogoods 300$ each. Thorogoods are ok but are too heavy and stiff for my liking compared to the brunt which has held up almost 2 yrs later. Did i just get a rare great pair? Lol also they are truly the best waterproof ive had compared to others. But i havent wore thorogoods enough to know how comfortable they can be. I Just wear them for woodworking at home.
@dtrn750
5 ай бұрын
When I first started seeing these ads I was like hmmm… they look nice. And the reviews seem very positive. Then I started seeing ads all the time. And that’s when I started being suspicious about them. My shoes are the most important tool I use in my line of work. Especially with the planters fascia I have I can’t afford to be led astray. I walk up to 15k steps a day. So I didn’t trust them. Glad I found this video. I’d put these up against my Redwing 1222 any day of the week and they would blow these brunt’s out of the water. Don’t waste your hard earned money. Buy once cry once. Use the right tool for the job.
@doublebase6509
10 ай бұрын
Finally more people are speaking the truth about these boots, they’re JUNK.
@mememachine2681
10 ай бұрын
My Ariats lasted 9 months before I had exposed toe caps and I'm really loving my Irish setters mesabi, but I would love to see your thoughts on them
@jadesumsion
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the review. Not making that purchase. I work to hard for my money. Great channel. You got a subscriber
@CarlMurawski
6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@disoldsoul
10 ай бұрын
Best video on the internet! These brands and their campaigns are beyond shady. They are dishonest. Brunt, if your care about the America worker how about make your boots in the USA.
@gtiguy1992able
9 ай бұрын
They are in the process of building a plant in America
@UnionJG
2 ай бұрын
Brunt work boots are horrible. Toes starting forming bunions because of them. Even their wide boots are too narrow for me. they already starting falling apart, it’s only been a year
@rickybobby6760
10 ай бұрын
My wife bought Keen weatherproof hiking runners for her winter walks. After 1.5 seasons (only wears them on her walks in usually dry winter sidewalks) they're coming apart at the seams. Tread still looks new. So much for Keen quality.
@jacobmiranda5987
10 ай бұрын
I’m a biologist, bought a pair of keens for my field work (4 months of straight hiking and camping). Absolutely the worst boots I’ve ever bought, starting falling apart and I had to keep gluing them together to get through the season.
@byronbilly1969
7 ай бұрын
Keen was awesome when they were made in USA, ever since they started making the overseas complete junk!! Some are still assembled in the USA but still not as good!
@Lochlann13
10 ай бұрын
Thank you for making this review. I'd never heard of Brunt, and would not have been interested in them regardless (not my style), but it's good to hear a popular channel calling out the sponsored marketing!
@KG-rk7qu
10 ай бұрын
I’ll echo a similar sentiment that I can’t stand all the ads on my Facebook. The worst part about that constant stream of ads is the claims that these will outlast the $180-200+ range of boots. I guarantee you these will not last longer than my prized Thorogoods or even my Vietnam made Carolinas. Doing cargo aircraft work isn’t the hardest thing on the planet but the constant walking around and kicking things would destroy these in 6-10 months guaranteed. Forget comfort, I want my boots to last, and for me all the boots that are fairly uncomfortable for the first month are always the ones that have last the longest for me.
@spooner_lv26
10 ай бұрын
Great video, and perfect timing! Brunt just popped up in my feeds recently, and they looked promising. Just goes to show, if it seems to good to be true, it probably is.
@Alienspecies635
Ай бұрын
They pop in my feeds daily even though I continually block them it's so annoying
@gerard5697
10 ай бұрын
I’ll add that their pants are over priced and way too baggy. Their pants sizes are also very off.
@johnnyb6067
7 ай бұрын
The comments are always suspiciously all positive. I’m sick of the ads for these shit boots. I’m copying this link and posting it on their ad right now.
@magicd5780
Ай бұрын
Myself and about a dozen people I've worked around so far have had no issues with these botts and say they're are the most comfortable boot. I know in my experience my marins have lasted 7 months so far. Very comfortable ester proofing had held up I been back and forth on concrete dirt stone gravel and very wet surfaces. They're holding up fine and have normal wear and tear. 🤷
@yardenl1998
10 ай бұрын
This channel is a blessing. Thank you Carl 🙏
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@hectorb3960
10 ай бұрын
So.. you’re saying you don’t trust the 5-star review from legendary Dodgers screwball pitcher “Fernando Valenzuela”?
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
😆 nope!
@minmaxthedm2894
5 ай бұрын
So while I understand it may be a waste of money. They just released a welted boot and I would.love your take on them. Would be nice to see if they are improving or just more nonsense
@tstewardson
10 ай бұрын
Good stuff Carl! If you're looking for a topic, you seem like the right person to further review the term "Made in USA" and what that means. There are a handful that REALLY do it and most that do some version of it and get away with it. If you're interested in a further discussion lmk it would be great to chat. Another topic would be WATERPROOF and expectation vs reality and at different price points.
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
Wow man, thank you!! I did a video years ago about what the requirements are to include "Made in USA" on a label and it was very eye-opening. I remember there being a document which outlines all the specifics for a product which is made in the USA, and some textiles were exempt. Awesome recommendations my friend. Thank you!
@performancehvacr6629
9 ай бұрын
I've been seeing the ads for these a lot. All of the tough/cool guy marketing hype lets you know real quick that these are not great products. Most boots at $99 are going to be junk. Several other brands at that price have lasted me a few months and were falling apart. Tractor Supply offers the Ridgeline brand which looks almost the same as these and they have the same complaints. The boots are falling apart in a few months. Very few things are built to last anymore. And it seems that when companies actually make a good, reliable product, they stop making it or change it. It's almost if, they don't want to make great products and would rather have us constantly shopping to find the best thing.
@jamesb9592
10 ай бұрын
Can you do a Keen work boots video? i'm just starting off as an electrical apprentice. any good tips // idea for realtively cheap work boots that will last a while would be greatly appreciated.
@accordv6er
4 ай бұрын
Used to get about 4 comfortable months out of cheap black walmart "security" steel toes. For $40 that was a legit option for some days or when I was just going to be slogging in crap or painting. Kept a nice pair for when I was walking/in equipment most of the day. Eventually went to nice mucks for wet days and good boots rest of the time. These look cheesy for the $.
@jh1328
9 ай бұрын
When anyone asks me if it’s worth it for Red Wings, I tell them to just pull the trigger and forget all these social media brands. I’ve beaten the absolute sh*t out of 3 pairs which are all still going strong.
@kobeyoung7
2 ай бұрын
Still gonna try some of these, red wings are too expensive and dont last more than a year
@rowdyringsak9448
7 ай бұрын
I just seen a pair of brunt boots at Walmart today for $70 i think. First thing I thought was they are in Walmart ok no
@jimmy5289
8 ай бұрын
Wore mine out in 3 weeks. My thorogoods last 6 months were I work
@moostadon
2 ай бұрын
What would you suggest for a truck driver that delivers fuel in Michigan might be on a farm one minute might be at a gas station the next
@gnomersy1087
10 ай бұрын
I agree that sponsored advertising shady reviews etc are all things to call out. That being said I also don't necessarily expect a company to not do them regardless of the quality of their product. Personally I don't think I'd compare them to something at double the price as "just save a little bit more" I don't think people who are at that price point are the people you should encourage to "save a little extra" That's something that I'd suggest when it's a 10-20% price difference. Save a little bit more for a pair of Jim Greens sure maybe but it's not a bit more for a pair of Red Wings or White's Perry boots. It's full on twice the price which is fine and might be worth it for you but it's not a comparable product range imo. I also am quite tired of heritage/work wear reviewers that put "made in china" as a con or a negative. Like for a review that isn't a con a con is supposed to be where you put the objectively bad things not your personal preferences. If I was reviewing a jacket and put in the cons "Oh I didn't like the color" that would be ridiculous it's a perfectly good personal reason to not keep or buy a jacket but I'd never tell someone else not to buy a jacket because I didn't like the color or I don't like where it was made.
@rickc4317
10 ай бұрын
I believe knowing what not to buy is as, or perhaps even more, important as knowing what to buy. Most reviewers refuse to do negative reviews and just stick to the easy positive ones. Thanks, Carl, for doing the heavy lifting.
@rickoppman
10 ай бұрын
Carl you’re hilarious. Love the cold honesty
@themancaveclub
10 ай бұрын
😂 hilarious Carl! You’re really hitting your stride… with these videos. Love it!
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
lol thank you dude!
@themancaveclub
10 ай бұрын
It’s important that you’re a working guy like me. Very inspiring!
@CarlMurawski
10 ай бұрын
@@themancaveclub I agree. It’s like theoretical knowledge vs real world experience. I also think it’s pretty easy to sniff out the imitators.
@themancaveclub
10 ай бұрын
@@CarlMurawskiI’ve had co-workers complain about their feet hurting after wearing $59 boots they bought at Walmart. 🤔
@vgfy6319
7 ай бұрын
If you like the look of this boot the keen san jose looks pretty similar and they lasted me about a year, which is a pretty decent amount of time with my job. For comparison the pair before was Georgias and they lasted close to the same. Only complaint about the keens is they dont offer a insulated version and the stitching on the front broke.
@chanhmilner2670
8 ай бұрын
Ive read 5 star reviews on products that weren’t even for that product. My guess is there are people out there who my a living by writing fake reviews and every once in a while get a little mixed up
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