+Robert C. Danner They are the only boots I wear Robert. From light hiking boots to my heavier back country boots, they are all Danner! I think I have 6 total pairs of them at this point. Your grandfather started a great company. They are hands down, all things considered, the best boots for the money in my book. Thanks for the comment. It's actually an honor to hear from you. I can't even begin to imagine how many miles in the back country I've covered wearing Danner Boots. Cheers, Casey
Robert C. Danner they're the best boots you can get in the Marine Corps, I'm wearing my Rat boots right now. Looking forward to saving up for a pair of reckonings!
I bought a pair of Danner Matterhorns when I was stationed in Italy back in '96. I still have them, and have been re-soled once while I was still on Active Duty. They are beat up, a little rough around the edges, still water proof and occasionally wear them, even to just kick around in. Danner makes an awesome boot!
Danner boy!!! I mean boot... lol... Danner is a great boot, that is all I wear at work, but they are heavy,!! That is the only thing I have against them is the weight. But they will last you a long time... Great video... Like to see what other people wear..
Danners work well for me as well. I have been using them since the late 1980s and have always had great luck with them. Currently I have 4 pairs; the 1 pair Rainforest, 2 pairs Lite II and one pair of Jacks for casual wear. Absolutely love the brand.
i just bought the pronghorn 800g for this winter after watching you're videos. every boot i had got my feet wet in the snow and slush i'm hoping this will be my last pair of boots..
Hi - cool video. I can't find too much about the Danner Recon boots. Are they super heavy? I am looking for one pair of great boots --- for 3 seasons if year-round. I like the idea of all leather and layering with socks, treating the leather and being able to resole. But I'm a big guy and dont want to weight to be a deterrent. Any advice.
Good looking boots, I like the Realtree XTRA Cordura H20 Boots there waterproof with a rubber outsole with 1,000 g Thinsulate and 1,000 Denier Cordura upper, perfect for my Canadian cold climate....
I'll have to check those out. I do wear Sorrel pack style boots for mucking around locally in the snow and mud sometimes. And I do sometimes wear light hiking boots around town, or for a short trail walk.
Been wearing Danner's almost 40 years. Favorite is the USA made 'Elk Hunter'. USA made Acadia without GTX another favorite but it seems they stopped making them, too bad if so, it was a real versatile workhorse boot and superbly comfortable. Wore the 'FT Lewis' boot in the Army during black boot days. Tried the 'RAT' but its longevity was sub par. Seems quality has slipped some since La Crosse bought Danner out. Then, it seems, a Japanese parent company came into the picture, don't know a dern thing about them.
Yeah I’ve always had the best luck with the USA made Danners. I’ve had mixed luck with their foreign made models. And I’ve noticed that too. Some of the old models that I really liked they have stopped making.
@@CoyoteWorks01 Yep. Things are strange these days. Company's who owe their reputations to outdoorsmen of many stripes, seem to have forgotten or don't care about them. I've noticed this all over the place. Another example is Filson. I used to be a poster boy for them, but most of what they offer now I wouldn't wear if I were at the business end of a boarding saber being made to walk the plank!
+Bryce Paris That's a good point. I think they were one of the earlier ones to offer it consistently though. I could be wrong. I just really like, and have had good luck with my Danners. Cheers! Thanks for the comment.
Love my Danner hunting boots. Have had em nearly 20 years. Might be adding some recons after watching this vid. Ever been to the factory In PDX? Heard they have excellent deals on seconds.
Sweet! Good hearing from you, Bob. Btw, if you haven't had a chance to check out this guy's channel, try it. Good bush craft stuff. He's on air with us once a week.
Bob Walker Bob I was checking out the Air Force ones. Glad to hear you like them. I'm about due to add another pair to my collection and I am seriously considering those. Thanks for watching!
do you normally store these boots on those shelves behind you? lol jk im thinking about getting those recons, but worried about the sole wearing thin quickly. yes it will be for bugging out. considering the usmc boot and options for long road travel
+Robert My experience has been those soles last forever. I have one pair that I have about 5 years on and I'm just starting to think about replacing the soles. They still have another season in them but they are getting rounded out enough that the traction isn't as good now. Oh... they live on a shelf in the garage when they are not on my feet. As much as I think they would make fine display pieces in the house ;-) lol
Do you have any break-in suggestions for your danners? I just got a pair of the acadias and I'm thinking of doing the bathtub soak.... Thanks for the content.
I just wear mine. I wear them around town, doing yard work, short hikes, etc. They do take a bit to break in but part of the process is for them to mold to my feet. So I like breaking them in by wearing them. Cheers!
I was looking at Danner boots in my local Sportsman's Warehouse. Nearly $300 and no Goodyear welt. Inferior to the $80 Red Wings I bought in 1981. In fairness, everything else is also inferior.
Hello, I just ordered danner quarry boots not realizing they were the EE width, I have narrow feet, kind of a stupid question but do you think they would be alright in my size without wearing thick socks? I hear they run narrow and EE is more like normal but I don't know. I wont hold you to it, just curioius what of your response.
Question are they steel caps, I ask this as whether it be for hiking or general purpose walking I would aways suggest something with a steel cap, in a shtf scenario footwear you can kick with may save your life.. If I'm going to be an area incase with water I would be inclined to stock shoes designed to be used I a water envioronment I wold also look at wetsuit pants atleast
Jason howe One of the pairs I wear does have steel toes. I think the others just have some kind of heavy duty polymer toe cap. They are pretty rigid. And around my country it's pretty dry. But I do carry a set of Gortex pants in my pack usually. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hmm for a thermal layer I would of thought the divers wear would be more prudent to stock, I was also thinking of an urban environment situation and if you have to go native and go bush I would of thought shoe designed for water use was an option let's face it ipf you gotta cros a river wearing an soaking the foot wear isn't an ideal thing todo..
Hi Coyote, just a question: before buying did you find the Danner Recon/Acadia 200mg Thinsulate boots came up a little small (especially to fit an insole), and did you size up, whether a whole or half a size to your usual size? Thanks.
+Sandy Dandy Hi Sandy. Yes. I typically buy a 1/2 size up from my exact fit with the Danners so I have room for a good insole, and some thicker socks. Also, especially if I am going to be wearing them in cold weather I like a little bit of room in the boot. I find for me it helps my feet stay warmer if my boots aren't too tight. Hope that answers your question.;-) Cheers Casey
+AJ Sorenson I just looked and I can't find that model either. I wonder if they discontinued it, or maybe now call it something else? I'll do some looking around and let you know if I find something.
+AJ Sorenson The Raptor have been discontinued by Danner. They also made an exact boot like the Raptor, but these were all leather construction (Raptors have upper Cordura) and were called the Santiam. These are discontinued as well. You may find some online retailers that still have a couple of these discontinued styles in stock, but otherwise, keep an eye on eBay and some will show up eventually. I have a few pairs of the Santiam (as well as a ton of other Danner boots) and they are awesome! It's a shame they discontinued them.
Honest question here. I have nothing but utmost respect for our troops, but having never served myself, is it frowned upon for me to wear tactical style military boots? My terrain I play in is southern Commiefornia and I have given up on suede/mesh hiker style boots they just don't do well for me. I've been thinking about trying a pair of the Tanicus or maybe the USMC Rats. Keens and Lowas all just look ugly to me.
No my friend. Most of the boots I wear are some kind of military model of Danners. But several other brands make good Miltary Tactical boots. In my experience they just tend to be better built, last longer, and honestly offer better comfort and support. Currently I’m still wearing Danners. I’ve even started using the newer Danner Tachyon which is a really light weight minimalist boot that’s great for hot weather. And they last a ton longer and look cooler than any of the Keens, Lowes, Merrills, etc.
@@steventure7939 Danner Vital boots and Irish setter elk trackers (uninsulated options for southern cali) are good alternatives to the military boots if you wanted to go a different route.
All USA made. I only wear the USA made Danners. I've tried the foreign made ones and I've had mixed results with them. I had a pair that were okay, but I've also had some that were absolute crap so I don't buy the foreign made Danners any more.
Hi, my name is Robert Danner, and my late grandfather founded Danner Boots. I'm glad you have so many Danner Boots. :-)
+Robert C. Danner They are the only boots I wear Robert. From light hiking boots to my heavier back country boots, they are all Danner! I think I have 6 total pairs of them at this point.
Your grandfather started a great company. They are hands down, all things considered, the best boots for the money in my book.
Thanks for the comment. It's actually an honor to hear from you. I can't even begin to imagine how many miles in the back country I've covered wearing Danner Boots.
Cheers,
Casey
Robert C. Danner they're the best boots you can get in the Marine Corps, I'm wearing my Rat boots right now. Looking forward to saving up for a pair of reckonings!
@@Jstalhzet I just wish the Rat boots weren't so...ugly... It's mostly that front toe cap that does it.
@@Jstalhzet No Goodyear welt. Not good.
Robert C. Danner hopefully you're a millionaire billionaire
I bought a pair of Danner Matterhorns when I was stationed in Italy back in '96. I still have them, and have been re-soled once while I was still on Active Duty. They are beat up, a little rough around the edges, still water proof and occasionally wear them, even to just kick around in. Danner makes an awesome boot!
Danner boy!!! I mean boot... lol... Danner is a great boot, that is all I wear at work, but they are heavy,!! That is the only thing I have against them is the weight. But they will last you a long time... Great video... Like to see what other people wear..
Danners work well for me as well. I have been using them since the late 1980s and have always had great luck with them. Currently I have 4 pairs; the 1 pair Rainforest, 2 pairs Lite II and one pair of Jacks for casual wear. Absolutely love the brand.
Me too. Still wearing them. Currently have 4 pairs myself. Cheers!
i just bought the pronghorn 800g for this winter after watching you're videos. every boot i had got my feet wet in the snow and slush i'm hoping this will be my last pair of boots..
Hi, what's the best Danner hunting boots for tropical jungle?
Great boots. My sons are bath Marines and swear by Danvers. I get them when they wear them out, have them resoled, then off I go.
I have a pair that I have had resoled twice. They feel like they are just getting broke in ;-)
what's a bath marine?
Great vid! Stay warm bro!
For sure! You too. Thanks for watching!
i just traded a pair of keen steel toe boots for a pair of steel toe Danners and so far i love them
I have had great experience with Danner’s for years now. Cheers!
Hi - cool video. I can't find too much about the Danner Recon boots. Are they super heavy? I am looking for one pair of great boots --- for 3 seasons if year-round. I like the idea of all leather and layering with socks, treating the leather and being able to resole. But I'm a big guy and dont want to weight to be a deterrent. Any advice.
Hi, what size do you wear? I need help with sizes
Good looking boots, I like the Realtree XTRA Cordura H20 Boots there waterproof with a rubber outsole with 1,000 g Thinsulate and 1,000 Denier Cordura upper, perfect for my Canadian cold climate....
I'll have to check those out. I do wear Sorrel pack style boots for mucking around locally in the snow and mud sometimes. And I do sometimes wear light hiking boots around town, or for a short trail walk.
Been wearing Danner's almost 40 years. Favorite is the USA made 'Elk Hunter'. USA made Acadia without GTX another favorite but it seems they stopped making them, too bad if so, it was a real versatile workhorse boot and superbly comfortable. Wore the 'FT Lewis' boot in the Army during black boot days. Tried the 'RAT' but its longevity was sub par. Seems quality has slipped some since La Crosse bought Danner out. Then, it seems, a Japanese parent company came into the picture, don't know a dern thing about them.
Yeah I’ve always had the best luck with the USA made Danners. I’ve had mixed luck with their foreign made models. And I’ve noticed that too. Some of the old models that I really liked they have stopped making.
@@CoyoteWorks01 Yep. Things are strange these days. Company's who owe their reputations to outdoorsmen of many stripes, seem to have forgotten or don't care about them. I've noticed this all over the place. Another example is Filson. I used to be a poster boy for them, but most of what they offer now I wouldn't wear if I were at the business end of a boarding saber being made to walk the plank!
Danner boots is what I been using for a year or longer now. Not sure what they are , But they been rocking the woods .
I knew you were a good man ;-)
LOL
From most of the higher quality boot manufacturers you can get the lace to toe, so Danner isn't the only company that has that option.
+Bryce Paris That's a good point. I think they were one of the earlier ones to offer it consistently though. I could be wrong. I just really like, and have had good luck with my Danners.
Cheers! Thanks for the comment.
Love my Danner hunting boots. Have had em nearly 20 years. Might be adding some recons after watching this vid. Ever been to the factory In PDX? Heard they have excellent deals on seconds.
I just purchased a brand new pair last year. I got their Air Force green ones, logo and everything. Love 'em!
Sweet! Good hearing from you, Bob. Btw, if you haven't had a chance to check out this guy's channel, try it. Good bush craft stuff. He's on air with us once a week.
Bob Walker Bob I was checking out the Air Force ones. Glad to hear you like them. I'm about due to add another pair to my collection and I am seriously considering those.
Thanks for watching!
By the way...I'm still looking good for Wednesday. About 9:00 work? Looking forward to seeing you and KC!
for the backwoods
You should wear Danner tan combat boots men’s
My Danner COMBAT BOOTS fit WELL I my feet I wear a 8.5 w
do you normally store these boots on those shelves behind you? lol jk im thinking about getting those recons, but worried about the sole wearing thin quickly. yes it will be for bugging out. considering the usmc boot and options for long road travel
+Robert My experience has been those soles last forever. I have one pair that I have about 5 years on and I'm just starting to think about replacing the soles. They still have another season in them but they are getting rounded out enough that the traction isn't as good now.
Oh... they live on a shelf in the garage when they are not on my feet. As much as I think they would make fine display pieces in the house ;-) lol
Do you have any break-in suggestions for your danners? I just got a pair of the acadias and I'm thinking of doing the bathtub soak.... Thanks for the content.
I just wear mine. I wear them around town, doing yard work, short hikes, etc. They do take a bit to break in but part of the process is for them to mold to my feet. So I like breaking them in by wearing them. Cheers!
I was looking at Danner boots in my local Sportsman's Warehouse. Nearly $300 and no Goodyear welt. Inferior to the $80 Red Wings I bought in 1981. In fairness, everything else is also inferior.
Hello, I just ordered danner quarry boots not realizing they were the EE width, I have narrow feet, kind of a stupid question but do you think they would be alright in my size without wearing thick socks? I hear they run narrow and EE is more like normal but I don't know. I wont hold you to it, just curioius what of your response.
They do run a little narrow so they may work okay for you. I would definitely try them on and see.
Question are they steel caps, I ask this as whether it be for hiking or general purpose walking I would aways suggest something with a steel cap, in a shtf scenario footwear you can kick with may save your life..
If I'm going to be an area incase with water I would be inclined to stock shoes designed to be used I a water envioronment I wold also look at wetsuit pants atleast
Jason howe One of the pairs I wear does have steel toes. I think the others just have some kind of heavy duty polymer toe cap. They are pretty rigid.
And around my country it's pretty dry. But I do carry a set of Gortex pants in my pack usually.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hmm for a thermal layer I would of thought the divers wear would be more prudent to stock, I was also thinking of an urban environment situation and if you have to go native and go bush I would of thought shoe designed for water use was an option let's face it ipf you gotta cros a river wearing an soaking the foot wear isn't an ideal thing todo..
Hi Coyote, just a question: before buying did you find the Danner Recon/Acadia 200mg Thinsulate boots came up a little small (especially to fit an insole), and did you size up, whether a whole or half a size to your usual size? Thanks.
+Sandy Dandy Hi Sandy. Yes. I typically buy a 1/2 size up from my exact fit with the Danners so I have room for a good insole, and some thicker socks. Also, especially if I am going to be wearing them in cold weather I like a little bit of room in the boot. I find for me it helps my feet stay warmer if my boots aren't too tight.
Hope that answers your question.;-)
Cheers
Casey
+Coyote Works Cheers Casey. Are your 200mg recons 'EE' or 'D' for width? Thanks.
+Sandy Dandy Mine are D width but I have a narrower foot as well. Your welcome ;-). Happy to help!
Coyote Works
Many thanks, Casey. Best wishes from England.
the winter boots are the "Raptors", correct? I'm having a hard time finding any info on them on CZcams... hmm...
+AJ Sorenson I just looked and I can't find that model either. I wonder if they discontinued it, or maybe now call it something else? I'll do some looking around and let you know if I find something.
Thanks a ton!
+AJ Sorenson The Raptor have been discontinued by Danner. They also made an exact boot like the Raptor, but these were all leather construction (Raptors have upper Cordura) and were called the Santiam. These are discontinued as well. You may find some online retailers that still have a couple of these discontinued styles in stock, but otherwise, keep an eye on eBay and some will show up eventually. I have a few pairs of the Santiam (as well as a ton of other Danner boots) and they are awesome! It's a shame they discontinued them.
Honest question here. I have nothing but utmost respect for our troops, but having never served myself, is it frowned upon for me to wear tactical style military boots? My terrain I play in is southern Commiefornia and I have given up on suede/mesh hiker style boots they just don't do well for me. I've been thinking about trying a pair of the Tanicus or maybe the USMC Rats. Keens and Lowas all just look ugly to me.
No my friend. Most of the boots I wear are some kind of military model of Danners. But several other brands make good Miltary Tactical boots. In my experience they just tend to be better built, last longer, and honestly offer better comfort and support. Currently I’m still wearing Danners. I’ve even started using the newer Danner Tachyon which is a really light weight minimalist boot that’s great for hot weather. And they last a ton longer and look cooler than any of the Keens, Lowes, Merrills, etc.
Coyote Works haha much cooler looking indeed. Thanks. I figure if they're good enough for our boys that's a good testament to their durability.
For sure my friend!
@@steventure7939 Danner Vital boots and Irish setter elk trackers (uninsulated options for southern cali) are good alternatives to the military boots if you wanted to go a different route.
@@jakeedgell591 thanks for the added options. Kinda liking those Vitals.
Thanks for the video and thumbs up.
Have you tried the Danner Pronghorn 400g boots?
+Ballenxj Yeah I really liked the Pronghorns as well. I may actually get another pair of those for my next fall/winter season boots.
So u spent all ur money on boots with none left for books? ;p
+rob Ha! All my books are on my IPad now ;-)
"hiking in lava flows"
put somewhere eles
Zamberlan 👌🏻
Fell apart- glued on soles, not stitched. Total junk.
Made in China right?
All USA made. I only wear the USA made Danners. I've tried the foreign made ones and I've had mixed results with them. I had a pair that were okay, but I've also had some that were absolute crap so I don't buy the foreign made Danners any more.
These don’t hold a candle to JK boots
if you have a wide foot stay away from danner boots ..even the advertised so call wide boots are narrow ... danner boots suck
My Danner COMBAT BOOTS fit WELL I my feet I wear a 8.5 w
David Merlino are they true to size or like if my normal size is an 9.5 should I get something smaller like 9 or 8.5?