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@pepepepito623
9 ай бұрын
What about caguama' skin boots...it that a real thing?
@koobs4549
4 ай бұрын
Test kangaroo leather next, I’ve heard similar claims to Ostrich leather
@usmnt4423
10 ай бұрын
Happy bird day
@styleandtheman4333
10 ай бұрын
Very topical
@Turbo_TechnoLogic
10 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@johnnyxmusic
10 ай бұрын
Turkey or Ostrich. Both tasty!
@MrCyrablak
10 ай бұрын
From the stories that I’ve been told as a Texan, ostrich leather is mostly appealing due to it’s freshness. Wearing thicker boots in this heat is not always the most comfortable, so this leather offers a nice little balance
@خالدتركاوي-و6ي
10 ай бұрын
جيد ولكن عندما نمتطي الخيل والماشية يخرب بسرعة
@williamdavis8513
10 ай бұрын
Fun story. I bought a pair of these Ariat Ostrich at a thrift store for $50. They squeaked like mad. Lots of baby powder fixed that. I’ve found the leather to be very tight(doesn’t breathe) making my feet sweat. Very comfortable though.
@calebtate6723
10 ай бұрын
Baby powder? My year old kangaroo grant stones squeak like a bitch as of 2 months ago. How do I apply it?
@z00011001
10 ай бұрын
You got fake one. Ostrich leather is very airy. That price should have been the hint. Try mezlan for genuine one.
@glasslantern5439
9 ай бұрын
@@z00011001or Justin’s but that’s fine too
@AirplaneDoctor_
10 ай бұрын
Ostrich feathers are still used to make feather bonnets worn by pipe bands and Highland regiments. Ostrich also make for a pretty good burger as well.
@AliceBowie
10 ай бұрын
I used to eat ostrich meat all the time in the late 90s/ early 00s, but I haven't seen it on sale in years. I guess you can get it online, I'll have to look.
@Danlikescheesteaks
10 ай бұрын
Never really thought about the history of ostrich leather specifically. Pretty interesting! I only have a belt made from it so I wouldn't be able to test maximum durability, but it's held up great over at least 6 years and I love the look. It's a little too loud for me on shoes but a great look on a belt. It was surprising how weak it seemed compared to its reputation.
@testpleaseignore
10 ай бұрын
I love how careful Wes is being with say KK ... LK
@gavincross2902
14 күн бұрын
I bought a pair of ostrich skin cowboy boots in the early 90's in Kentucky(?). Black. I still have them. They are super light, still super flexible and I am very happy with them. They have been re-soled a couple of times. These boots are for show, not for working on the ranch. Great video.
@stevehall735
10 ай бұрын
@RoseAnvil could you do an episode or two on wide width boots? It would be great to know which use wider footbeds versus which just add extra fabric onto the D bed. Also, knowing which have wider toe boxes would be helpful.
@Striker50_
10 ай бұрын
Are you even Mexican if you've never had ostrich boots? 🤠🇲🇽
@applejuice9468
10 ай бұрын
Depends, its an aquired look
@bradscott7994
10 ай бұрын
Ostrich leather is soft, supple, and incredibly comfortable. I tend to wear my ostrich boots more than my others.
@wullieg7269
10 ай бұрын
my sis had a hand bag
@elandy
9 ай бұрын
Agreed, same here
@B1970T
9 ай бұрын
I have been wearing ostrich boots for over 30years , but my favorite bootmaker is Lucchese : and yes , it’s all about the feel and look. Love those bumps. My second fav skin is kangaroo. I have a couple of dozen boots of different skins. Nice vid!
@MyRebel44
4 ай бұрын
That’s what I have a pair of Randells.
@jackmarks2176
10 ай бұрын
I've always loved my ostrich boots over the years but never knew the history, thanks. Only thing is now I have to know the history of all my other exotic leather boots.
@selcukyildiz2759
10 ай бұрын
I would like to see a stingray leather video aswell from you.
@applejuice9468
10 ай бұрын
Totally agree stingray leather is toughhhhh
@comicog3
10 ай бұрын
Love seeing the knocked loose hat
@Suit_and_tie_reptile_guy
Ай бұрын
Professional leather worker here- in my experience ostrich is basically exactly how you depicted it. It sucks in terms of durability, but it looks different and people like that. The only way to keep it from ripping or shriveling is to cement it to a nice thick slab of veg. I got a complaint a few years back from a guy who ordered a ostrich holster for a colt python. He said that I cheated him because it was just "wrapped" in ostrich. I tried explaining to him that yeah, of course its wrapped. Without a backing it would basically be a very weak stretchy sock
@stevencochrane115
10 ай бұрын
I live in Thailand and one of the main sources of leather here ia buffalo hide, from the Asian water buffalo. When I was lad (a long, long time ago) I had some saddle bags custom made for my big bike. I was advised to use buffalo leather, because it does not burn, the bags being located right above the exhaust when in situ.They never did burn too, so I guess I was well advised. Any thoughts or knowledge on this fact?
@baylglenn
10 ай бұрын
loving the knocked loose hat weston!!
@scottlewis2372
10 ай бұрын
Decades ago I bought a pair of ostrich Justin's that were ostrich all the way to the top. They seemed like that hide was significantly thicker than described here, but whatever, I liked them and they were comfortable and durable enough for the occasions I wore them. These Ariats are better built than I thought, being 3/4 welt, pretty traditional builds. I thought they'd be tennis shoe garbage. Good video.
@mazzeimazgaj
Ай бұрын
kislux I love you so much and watching your videos makes my day brighter
@ManikasKathern
2 ай бұрын
I felt this wonderful feeling in my mind, body and soul when she said “I prefer kislux
@fbch32
10 ай бұрын
Never really thought about the functional aspect of ostrich leather so for me, ostrich leather has always been purely aesthetics. Not in a bad way cause I do love the look, but like I said, never thought about the actual durability and stuff
@djmuller2349
9 ай бұрын
I have Ostrich in leg, smooth, and of course quilled. In quality boots my favorite thing is how they go on a bit snug and loosen just right in the first few minutes. Correct fitting ostrich boots should do this every time. The leather also breathes better than bovine, and most other leathers. One of my favorite hides…and I have all the hides Ariat “donated” and many more. Ostrich, in all its forms remains one of my favorite.
@punkbutcher5321
10 ай бұрын
Just found your channel, so maybe this is a bit too off topic. I am curious on your evaluation of motorbike boots, Daytona is the alleged peak in quality. Of course the safety aspects are rather special, with metal plates in the sole and such, but the judgement of a professional would be very interesting :)
@ml8067
10 ай бұрын
Ian Harold gardener boots, another aussie Chelsea boot. Could be worthy to cut up. See how they compare to RM Williams. They look funky too
@pepleatherlab3872
10 ай бұрын
It's an odd aspect of Ostrich leather. The strongest flesh segment of ostrich is the calf and foot, which isn't cherished as much because it lacks the signature plumage pattern. It does however have an interesting, almost reptilian pattern that's quite nice. I occasionally use it in crafting wallets and it's inexpensive, handsome, light weight and extremely long lasting. *shrugs*
@zachsteelers09
10 ай бұрын
Check out Silverado boots. Made by Abilene boot company. Based in Somerset PA. Claims to be USA made
@paul_domici
10 ай бұрын
I remember the first time I saw a guy wearing them in the 90s and thinking how cool is that!!!
@joeguzman3558
10 ай бұрын
There's a few videos on KZitem of the mexico boots fabrication and it looks like they make them in lots and lots of parts , some thing gos for the leather jackets are shoes in general, all the videos I've seen are the same and that's why they are so affordable.
@timbattle3415
10 ай бұрын
Knocked loose for the win
@patientzero291
10 ай бұрын
They should use the ostrich skin for smaller part of the upper lining like for cap toe's only to look unique.
@timothyweers8054
10 ай бұрын
My experience with ostrich boots is that they stretch a lot more than leather. They are soo soft wearing. If you purchase a pair, try them on, you may need to get a more narrow pair to fit properly after they stretch.
@konradvonschnitzeldorf6506
10 ай бұрын
Most comfortable watch strap I own, also ages beautyfully
@splashpit
10 ай бұрын
Now I need to know where kangaroo leather sits in the durability scale
@smackdadious
9 ай бұрын
Definitely love seeing the history of the leather. Yeah, Ariat kinda came out of left field with those boots, I genuinely did not expect them to make a pair of boots like that. Ok, you got me at the end
@JRenardLeatherCo
10 ай бұрын
as a leatherworker, i can say, for certain, that normal wear & tear has less of an effect on ostrich hide compared to that of cowhide. you can easily scratch boot leather with your thumbnail. the same scratching on ostrich leaves no real marks. with the same amount of use, it will last a noticeably longer, and have less wear marks than cowhide. IMHO, ostrich boots are best for casual wearing, or riding, but they’re a waste of money if one uses them for general choring or as work boots.
@davemurrell2366
8 ай бұрын
What i like about them is zero nreak in time. With proper care they remain consistent over time
@mjwanni
10 ай бұрын
G’day and happy turkey (other bird) day!
@caspar_gomez
10 ай бұрын
the benefits is looking fly as fuck
@sinakaedwards2009
10 ай бұрын
I have never wore this model of boot, but I have three pair of Ariats. The first thing I noticed is they make you walk a little different, which is better for your posture. I think it has to do with their stabilization footbed. They are comfortable right out of the box. All 3 soles are rubber and work well for traction.
@bjgamez
9 ай бұрын
Ostrich, for me, is by for the most comfortable leather once they are broken in. I’ve worn all types of different leathers, and wear boots every day…hands down, ostrich. That’s all I wear. I have smooth ostrich for casual and full quill for everyday/formal wear.
@walterdavisii8936
10 ай бұрын
all i have worn is ostrich since 2016. The look is great. They are more comfortable but that could be just the extras added because of the price. The main thing is they are easier to maintain. My cow leather before took a lot of polishing to keep them good looking, maybe weekly. The ostrich, I would clean and polish once a month. They were fine after rain and easy to knock off dust. I only replaced the Cav's and Lamas because of a bad sole replacement job during covid labor shortage and my normal boot smith was closed. I've had Cavanders, Tony Lama, and BlackJack ostrich.
@hugoyebra2475
8 ай бұрын
It's the look bit also, most importantly, it's so much more comfortable a light. Get a half size down, and they mold to you perfectly.
@vancecolamarino
10 ай бұрын
I got my R Watson ostrich boots because of the light weight and comfortably of them
@axellopez9400
9 ай бұрын
They are very comfortable with very little break in and they do look unique.
@unclegrandfather1
4 ай бұрын
Excellent ! As always, I'm going to ask for a review of my Red Wing Pecos 1155 cut in half 😊
@Code2142Loco
10 ай бұрын
I just bought a pair of the Clanton (Bison), they're super nice, for the money. So comfy, right out the gate!
@KillingTimeKillingYou
10 ай бұрын
that KNOCKED LOOSE hat tho..... my boy weston throwin spinning kicks in these boots
@Myers100684
10 ай бұрын
Well you lost me at "ariat sent me" and affiliate links in the description.😢
@xxarea83xx
9 ай бұрын
I love my Justin full quill ostrich boots. Tho, with the cold weather around, I think I’ll be saving them for spring and summer. My feet were freezing in the fall. Probably too thin a leather. However, so soft and comfortable. I think ostrich is worth the price. But if you don’t want to spend the full quill price, buy smooth ostrich. Same soft leather, but without the extreme quill bumps.
@ThunderMaster1764
9 ай бұрын
11:30 Wtf was that at the end?! 😂
@markedis5902
10 ай бұрын
Ostrich really needs preparing before use. The easiest way to do this is to paint the flesh side with Tokonole and burnish with a glass slicker. If it’s still loose and fuzzy do it again. Next hammer down the bumps so it keeps the look without being rough and always back it with either 3-4oz cow or non stretch membrane and 3-4oz cow
@kinslowrainer3982
10 ай бұрын
You're saying "bench-made", right? 😂 Ostrich has always been for dress boots. This is for going out on the town, not work-related stuff.
@Sprice93USAF
7 ай бұрын
I decided to get two pairs of Ariat Benchmade's (Bison & European Elk [Moose]) instead of a pair of Chisos. They're pretty good!
@jessicazaytsoff1494
10 ай бұрын
I would like to see the bison leather!
@smashallpots1428
10 ай бұрын
my grandma got an ostrich purse awhile ago and i was checking the leather out and i could really see the appeal
@KingPlebian
9 ай бұрын
Knocked loose!! Went to high school with those guys!
@jeffburden5035
10 ай бұрын
I’ve owned 3 pairs of ostrich boots. The main thing I noticed was that the vamp just molded to your foot. Literally zero break in period.
@Sosa-gs3rz
10 ай бұрын
Rose anvil can you do more cowboy boots. Boots like double H and Justin boots. Or even heavy hitters like Rios of Mercedes or other brands. We need solid reviews. Thanks man
@hurielmontes1961
10 ай бұрын
funny enough I bought those same kinds of boots for my dad for christmas and they just came in like yesterday. Good looking boots and I know he'll only wear them for like parties so I am not concerned about the durability. Cool to see a video about the benchmade line. Granted I was hoping for more a a wear review but seeing it destroyed for science is pretty cool.
@huggi3z08
7 ай бұрын
You are spot on with this video, great work sir!
@gqfiend
10 ай бұрын
Knocked Loose. Very nice.
@taejaskudva2543
10 ай бұрын
01:41 Props to the script writing (and quasi-kinetic typography). I always appreciate awesome alliteration. 😅
@rustymatheson7701
4 ай бұрын
Let's see some Alfa Western Wear boots
@0num4
10 ай бұрын
I know a guy who used ostrich leather for the upholstery in his Ford Expedition. I think he paid $15000 for the seats, front and back, to be done this way. Did it look cool? Yep. That's about all he got out of this--though it was a show car, for whatever that is worth.
@davethorpe5947
10 ай бұрын
That's some fantastic editing going on there
@bigsmooshflopdong33
10 ай бұрын
holy cow, wearing a knocked loose hat. respect level 9000 my dude, very very unexpected
@planetbern
9 ай бұрын
Went to Ag school about 20ml from Klein Karoo. There is MUCH more to how the birds got to the USA, smuggling, diamond harvesting w/ Ostriches etc. Anyways yes it was a monopoly pretty much still with a name of Saag Jonker.
@bsta1382
9 ай бұрын
🙏 I’ve crossed ostrich off my “someday” list.
@AliceBowie
10 ай бұрын
Like 25 years ago, i used to buy ostrich steaks all the time. It was cheaper than beef. I haven't seen on sale in years.
@notthatproud7453
10 ай бұрын
I have a pair of ostrich skin Luccheses I bought in December 2012. My wife gave me a pair of calf/cow Luccheses as a wedding gift when we got married in September 2013. So, my boots are 10 and almost 11 years old. Between the two, the Ostrich has held up better over time. I was never consistent about conditioning them and the cow leather boots have cracked in a few places. Ostrich has no problems whatsoever. Now, I am not a hard user of these boots. I am not a cowboy (I’m sure you’re shocked). But it may be that Ostrich just wears longer with less maintenance. That quality would be hard to measure and quantify for a KZitem video.
@JamesThomas-et2yf
10 ай бұрын
Love the new series of unique leathers
@ABD5667
10 ай бұрын
Ostrich leather has a nice unique look and it's generally soft
@z00011001
10 ай бұрын
I have had croc, ostrich, deer and pig skin leathers along with cow leather. Ostrich leather is best for summer. It’s extreme airy. Second best is cow leather. Ostrich also lasts longer. Croc, is warm and not so flexible. Deer and pig leathers are very hot.
@nomadicpugilist3480
10 ай бұрын
Great video thank you for doing this. I've been looking into getting a pair of ostrich leather boots and this video has helped me with the "research" on it
@iREALmedia
10 ай бұрын
Maybe try porcupine boots, they’re known for having thick skin also Gophers seem to have a deep thud when you hit a dead one with a rock.
@nilestyle88
10 ай бұрын
Lol the very end of this video killed me, full-blown David Lynch 😂👀🚨👹 love all the vids, love the channel, longtime follower
@linusmedailleu3063
10 ай бұрын
Kangaroo also is famous for thin flexible and resilient leather. RM Williams are a classic
@betulaobscura
10 ай бұрын
Honest review! I appreciated it!
@jp3576
10 ай бұрын
Hey Wes, Happy Thanksgiving you magnificent bastard! Thanks for the Big Bird break down. Off subject, while looking at shoes during a visit to Norstums Rack, sitting on the shelf were a pair of Alan Edmonds "Briggs" for $120 (with credit card subscription.) $160 sale price. After watching so many of your vidies evaluating the boot on sight, less x-ray vision, proved a mix bag of nuts, but the price was soooo tempting. The boots could be a great candidate for a bisection- A diehard fan, JP
@mattspalace
10 ай бұрын
I have these boots. They are well made, comfortable, and a good value. I don’t think mine have lemon wood pegs though. 🤷♂️
@joshuapatrick682
6 ай бұрын
Do Hiking boots please!
@74GenX
10 ай бұрын
Anderson Bean boots are hand made in Mercedes Texas. Traditional all leather cowboy boots. WAY better than Ariat. ❤❤
@jeromeofmiddleton
10 ай бұрын
I agree. I bought a pair of Anderson Bean in Ostrich and they’re amazing!
@TucoDog-ho6fw
10 ай бұрын
I’d be interested to know where kangaroo rates on the various tests. Some of the best boots I ever had were kangaroo from Laramie boot company. If anybody knows what company might have a fit like Laramie had I’d sure like to know. They were my favorites. It was the perfect fit while putting them on it was struggle struggle and then pop as they went on. Perfect 🤩
@caspar_gomez
10 ай бұрын
top choice in motorcycle racing leathers for a reason
@iDigress77times
9 ай бұрын
My Leica M6 from the 80s is wrapped in Ostrich leather.
@kevbonegt
10 ай бұрын
Can you review Scarpa Fuegos? They are a very tough hiking boot meant for wildland firefighting
@yutakab8307
10 ай бұрын
the last bit got me dying he usually isnt goofy!
@corymoore2292
10 ай бұрын
My nickname in high school was ostrich sack.
@Mrwhomeyou
10 ай бұрын
my lucchese ostrich pair felt exactly like your test, thin, and flexible. I won't want to put it under any abuse
@0rkiszPL
10 ай бұрын
You should make a video about the new nocta air force 1s. Nike says that this time it really just has a better quality leather
@williamolliges2622
9 ай бұрын
I was pretty surprised when ostrich started showing up in the equestrian arena. I viewed the durability hype as, well, hype. Do I still sorta want a pair? Sure, but for the dress boot use case they were originally intended. I still think ostrich as an equestrian boot smacks of a cowboy “baller” mentality that screams for attention that the cowboy is so well “heeled” that he can afford to subject the investment of ostrich boots to the horrid conditions of livestock. I was never much of an area cowboy, favoring a nice pair of Anderson Bean cowhide boots, or several pairs of Olathe boots over my years of riding. My thing for nice footwear hasn’t gone away though, and I’m currently trying to justify a pair of PNW Nicks Overlanders that fit my current non-equestrian lifestyle.
@mikeogden5256
Ай бұрын
I love ostrich
@calicops951
10 ай бұрын
could you go over Kangaroo? and I have found there are too few kangaroo boots on the market.
@panaceiasuberes6464
10 ай бұрын
Barman: how much history do you want with your vid, Sir? Rose Anvil:
@2cold76
10 ай бұрын
would love to see double H american made Jase boots cut open!
@rustystuff
10 ай бұрын
Some customers ask for this to be fitted to their Rolls-Royce (an expensive option) it's one of the worst-looking materials I have ever seen. Great video as usual though 👏
@Tallnerdyguy
10 ай бұрын
The comparisons for the leather. Puncture resistance and pull aren't for the same thickness...
@jonfetzek3053
10 ай бұрын
Nice alliteration in this one
@SymRuX
8 ай бұрын
Great! Can you doo stingray boots review at some point? Thanks, I love the channel!
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