Army Boots

[guest18]

I just get the second hand British army issue boot, thhe one with the self locking eye half way up. I bought a pair 1 size too big so I can fit lots of sock inside for winter. Thinking of buying the right size now and using them for general plodding about with the pooch. My over size pair can start to rub if you walk too far.

I can't argue against them, think the ones I've got cost me £24 and I've had them years!

They can be a bargain if they suit your feet, but if you plan a lot of walking in them (esp carrying weight) or worse yet running (don't ask!) then they can cause problems with your achilles tendons.
I can't wear them for any length of time now and have to choose other boots and shoes carefully due to damage to the sheaths of the tendons on my ankles 
You may find they suit you and it's not a problem, the majority do, but be careful!

As far as breaking in goes, lots of polish/leather grease and wear, getting them soaked through can help but only if you give them loads of polish/dubbin/leather food as they air dry (no sticking them on the radiator!)

Edited to add: remember they are made to be used with an insole added!

[guest7]

Agree totally Smudge, mine have a nasty effect when laced too tight and when yomping around. I also find the heel a bit high.

My £25 leather work boots knock spots off the army boots for comfort (and strength), but aren't as water-resistant. This is the model I wear:



I get at least a year's wear out of a pair, worn all day every day.

GC

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I get at least a year's wear out of a pair, worn all day every day and to Bed !!!

GC

[guest7]

You said you wouldn't tell... 

GC

[robG]

Agree totally Smudge, mine have a nasty effect when laced too tight and when yomping around. I also find the heel a bit high.
GC

Compared to your 'going out shoes' , the heel's much lower and not nearly so pointy.

Rob.

[guest27]

Not to mention his spike heeled Altbergs he has for those interesting (k)nights in....

R