The Iron Ranger Slayer! Nicks Americana Boots
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- čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
- When you're used to the status quo with boots it can be hard to imagine what you're missing out on. If you've only worn a size 11 Red Wing for your entire life and have come to know and love the boot, you're likely to defend it against the competition. But once we accept that there is a world of amazing brands and makers out there, our world becomes much broader and we are privy to hidden gems like this.
The Nicks Americana is a hybrid work boot/casual boot. That may seem like an oxymoron, but these are robust enough to be an everyday work boot in some situations (the mini-lug sole holds it back from most work in the dirt) or it could easily be worn casually since it's in a fancy leather with such ruggedly handsome looks. Better yet this boot can tackle almost anything the day will throw at you with ease and ask for more. You don't have to be at work to appreciate the build quality of a boot like this!
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Reviews of clothing, boots, and accessories for men, along with style advice and life philosophy. I've been working with my hands for my entire life as a mechanic, tow truck driver, and eventually a licensed electrician. Being a blue collar guy, I look for certain elements in a product: is it durable? Is it high-quality? Will it perform well over its service life? Whether boots, pants, jackets, or tools I believe it's best to buy once and cry once by getting the best you can afford. With so many options these days, choosing the best product can become a difficult decision, but that's where I come in. Helping you stay stylish, rugged, and handsome.
I don't care where it's made as long as it's made well, and allows you to buy less and buy better. - Jak na to + styl
As a former driller, I can 100% attest to the "blue collar Olympics".
I remember when I was about 19, working an average of 95 hours a week in a tough and arguably dangerous job, I was talking to a 50 year old pipefitter on a job site. He said we were insane to work that much, and that he would never do it anymore. He wanted to live his life, etc. My coworkers and I scoffed and said he was weak.
Boy oh boy were we dumb. That dude had it made in the shade and wasn't ashamed, while we were breaking our backs in the hot sun, thinking we were better than him for working more/dirtier/more dangerously.
Bad mindset to have, glad I grew out of it.
well u needed the dough, he didn't
@@jonathanjonathan7386 Yeah fair point. Those were the "get paid Friday and be broke again by Monday" days 😂
I'm with you, Carl. This weird sort of reverse elitism where guys say, "You can't wear these boots, you're a college student not a construction worker" or "No real man spends $500 on a pair of boots", is just ridiculous. Wear what you want, buy what makes you happy, don't worry about what the other guy's doing.
EXACTLY!
If you can afford it, and it makes you happy. Buy it. It’s a simple mantra to live by.
@@AesirUnlimited Exactly, 'If you can afford it' being the operative phrase there. As much as I loved the NYG Nailshank boots that Carl did a video on, I know that I'm not going to rack up $100 on my credit card to buy them, knowing that I can't really afford them. But, you know, if anybody's thinking about any last-minute Christmas gifts for me...
I'll take the partially dissenting opinion where I believe the tool should match the need, and if we are talking college/university student, I will assume that in this case they do not come from money, especially at how expensive post-secondary education is in the US.
I kind of agree that you should wear what you want, and not to listen to what others say. I also think that not all good ideas at the time are good ideas in the future.
As an aside, I hate the qualifier, "real". All men are real men and, more commonly, all women are real women.
I consider it, long term investment for foot health, comfort, and price. With Nick's and Whites you can send em back, have em redone, when really bad fully rebuilt and custom fitted plus the arch support is significant. The custom fit and customization options are pretty nice too so whether you're a college student, retail worker, F1 driver, hunter, actor or a Hotshot /smokejumper. Theres a boot for you and as everyone said, buy what you wish. USA.
As the old saying goes: "Never skimp on boots or mattresses, because when you're not in one, you're in the other."
so if you spend a lot of time driving get a rolls
I'm wearing flip flops right now.
@@edrader Not actually a bad point but I think the reason a Rolls doesn't quite qualify is because you are so far into diminishing returns by that point.
Damn right
My ex wife is the same, when ones not in her, she's with the other 🤣
For me, if they are going to be the Ranger killers, they have to be in the same price point. 50% more puts them in a slightly different demographic. Great looking boots though.
Fair point!
The Nicks are about twice the price as the Iron Rangers. They should be way cooler. Nice boots, but $$$.
Nick Trnka “cooler” is personal preference though. Personally I prefer the “cool” of Nick’s but that isn’t the reason I wear Them. For me it’s an assessment of value vs price and what you get with higher end boot makers, value far exceeds price and thus isn’t considered “expensive.”
@@zachthompson5335 I see your point. There is a great deal of subjectivity in a personal preference and value. My thought was that it is not unexpected that the Nicks are better than the Iron Rangers because they do cost twice the price; they should be better. Certainly, one would expect more in value and quality for $500 vs $250 even in a boot. For example, while both excellent on the track, a Porsche Cayman is cooler than a Subaru BRZ. Now the issue is how to justify Nicks when I have lots of boots that are still in good shape; don't want to be wasteful...
Nick Trnka agreed. It’s different strokes for different folks. Just like anything in life that we spend our hard earned money on, it’s whatever fits you needs, wants, budget and most importantly, whatever makes you happy. So long as it makes you happy, that’s a win in my book.
Low sided with my RW Iron Rangers at 25mph and the leather of the toe cap held up great, looks better than before. When I realize a $330 boot is only a mid level mass produced boot, I start to wonder what a high level custom boot gets me...
Well you'll be getting everything plus the benefit of a custom fit and much more substantial build. It's pretty dramatic actually! Keep the rubber side down and the shiny side up bro, and thanks for watching.
@@CarlMurawski lol this is no custom fit its still not a bespoke shoe
Hey Carl. I appreciate your comments at the beginning. Part of why I like your videos is your positivity.
Keep it up.
I always enjoy your videos, Carl. Most military styles from boots to coats endure. They were designed to be functional, and functional never goes out of style.
Nick's boots are really great. They're liked by my non-fashion friends, and fashion friends. Some associate cuban heels as 'feminine', but most agree it looks awesome.
I don't work directly in a "Blue Collar" job, but you made a great point.
This boot reminds me of the 1970’s enduro duel purpose motorcycle. Hit the streets and trails.
One bike to cover a lot of bases, although usually not so well. These Nicks seem like they cover a lot of uses, as you mentioned. They do it very well. Just stunning boots,love them
Karol oglądam twoje y tube videos i sporo się uczę. Dzięki. Carl I really enjoy learning from you about boots. Thanks for all your work and effort.
Carl you nailed it! Though I recomend that my friends take a few days vacation to Spokane and be fitted at the store. This goes for both Nicks and Whites. As to affordablity, as these boots are resoleable and later rebuildable when necessary by the factory. What you end up with is a verturaly factory new boot. This adds up to a sizable saving over your life time. I have seen fellow electricians and lineman go their entire working lives alternating with just two sets.
I really appreciate you addressing those people who make those comments. Very well said!
“Great Men and Women of character from all walks of lives” Amen brother, great opening monologue.
Thanks for confirming my next purchase. I have been eyeing the Americana for a few weeks now. I prefer the brown waxed leather. They look amazing! Your channel is costing me. But I can't stop watching. Love your reviews! We have similar taste.
Carl your boot game is sick!
1:48 for the next 60 seconds... well said! my first job was in a junkyard, and I turned wrenches till my late 20's.. now I'm in corporate America, I appreciate the look, feel, durability AND YES the style of work-boot inspired footwear.
Carl never disappoints with a video. Looking forward to getting my first MTM boots in the near future.
Much appreciated! You won't look back once you go MTM
Great review. Nicks will be my next pair of work boots. Got rangers and love them
Their silhouette is beautiful. Perfect balance between boot and heel.
Dude, grat preface before the video. I wear my White's and Nicks for casual wear. Not cause I'm trying to look like a bad ass but because for one - I have tricky feet and two - the comfort and support. Great reviews. I think I may look into these once I start wanting versatility from my curved heel pnw boots.
Ok Carl, you sold me on the Nicks and I have ordered a fit sheet.
How'd the fit sheet go? I'm about to put an order in for the Americana
@@skycorrigan6511 I was nervous that I would mess something up. If you feel like you did something wrong you can let them know what you think might be wrong. The odds are that your try on pair will still feel like what you'd want. The phone call helps you discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
@@skycorrigan6511 ordered my Americana/predator orange, back in January 29 2021. Still waiting.. I went through an App called “Eclo” digital 3D imaging of feet that nicks partners with. Let me know how you like your Americana’s ✌️👍
The higher quality things about the nicks over the redwings are what make the redwings better for many people.
- The leather on the redwings is softer, still pretty tough. But the overall size/weight and slim profile goes to redwings.
- The nicks foot bed/sole has more layers, the redwing is simpler with a real good durable sole. Again lower profile less weight, less bulk.
It is like comparing a Humvee with a Wrangler.
And the above is even more clear when comparing to other nicks models.
Nice boots. Love my iron rangers for weekends. Could see myself rocking a pair of Nicks.
This boot looks like it belongs in a museum. I'd be afraid to wear it. Lol.
I must say, your reviews are excellent. You are very professional in your delivery and very informative.
Thank you!!!
Retired now, having wore redwings during 30 plus years of hard, physical work. They were the best boots then that I was aware of and could afford. So I thought. Now having worn boots such as the Nicks, Whites, Wesco’s etc I realize I was wrong. For many valid reasons. Wish I could go back in time and change things
Hey Daniel out of the wesco, nicks, and whites which is your go to?
Man.. these are beefed up red wing rangers!!!
Really nice!
Middle of summer, I need Americana sandals version!
Great video and above all great channel. You’ve done a wonder job providing info and perspectives on some wonderful products. I am hoping that you could do a review on Truman boots. I am completely sold on Nicks because of the customization but I feel my feet size fall into a more common/general sizing pattern (thank god). But before I make the dive into a Nicks boot I was hoping you’d eventually do a review on Truman’s. 🤙🏽🤙🏽
Great review, I'm thinking of my next boot purchase and your helping me as I only have enough money for one chance so I have to get it right!
Awesome boots. Definitely on my wish list
I'm with you on the heel styles. I love how aesthetically appealing this boot is but I'll never go back to block heels. Cuban/logger/dogger for me. I used to need custom made inserts for my footwear due to back, hip, knee, and foot pain but threw them all out after I got a pair of loggers from Franks and have a pair of roberts from Nicks on order for casual wear!
Why not try wedge soles
I love this style
Excellent point regarding the MTM aspect of these. Worth the price for that feature alone.
I agree. It's truly an eye-opener.
Great work as always.
Much appreciated!!!
I can see now that when I get my work boots, I'll be ready to purchase these soon after
Great content. I always like the clearness in your speech! I think I‘m going to take the next boot-level. :-) Flirting with Viberg. :-D But this brand (Nick) sounds also very attractive! Thanks for indicating.
Hey man - still keeping an eye out for that 'intro to hats' video!
Keep up the good work!
Hi Carl! You’re video reviews are great. Don’t even react to the negative comments, I would bet that is all they’re going for. (USMC vet)
This is something I’ve been contemplating for awhile. I love my Redwings and Helms, but am drawn to Nick’s or perhaps Role Club.
Somebody asked “ how many life-time boots do you need?” The answer? Just one more pair!!
Great video. I just got my first pair of Iron Rangers after wearing Rockport boots for years. I paid $349 (in 2023) and think that’s a decent price for 🇺🇸 quality.
I will look into Nicks Americana ($629) in a couple years as a custom fit sounds pretty cool. 🤘🏼
“Lumbersexuals” I blew my coffee out of my nose, that’s hilarious. I’m right there with you though I have a masters degree, but I started out as a saw hand (had to pay for college), then timber cruiser and log scaler at a very large mill complex. Long hot days either on the mill yard or in the woods, then moved into logging contract supervision. I put in 10 years in the field (admittedly some was part time during college). Then someone took notice and I moved to the office as a forest manager (think forester on steroids) and now wood guru for our manufacturing facilities as well. I need a boot that can walk into an office and look presentable, walk onto a wood yard and hold up to that nasty environment, and possibly cruise timber all in the same day. If it had a steel toe this one could fit the bill, I’m currently looking at a custom Builder Pro because I need the safety toe in the mill, though I love my Iron Rangers if I’m not going to need steel toes. If these had a safety toe they would be perfect for my needs!
I've been watching these boots on Nick's website. Really like them!
I think they did a great job with these. The Roberts look great too. But how many boots does one need?
@@CarlMurawski The answer has been the same for years: One more pair.
All of them... All the boots... Lol
I have to get the Charley next in natural CXL.
I have the Robert's, man they are nice. More of a narrow toe though.
absolutely love the look of this boot in fact putting it on my lists to get. I was wondering have you looked into Drews boots they make work and cowboy boots they have also caught mu eye?
That’s a great looking boot
i work “harder” than most i lay pipe, but i loved your intro i agree 100% I’d never wear ether of these to work because 1 i need waterproof steel toes and 2 because it would ruin them. That said Id love to have both of them for when I’m not at work i was eyeing the redwings but now you have me thinking about the nicks
Ty for the Review 👍🏼
Nice review bud. I love the Roberts I have.
I’m a electrician also & have been wearing the most comfortable & lightweight slippers to work for many years, they are actually Red Wing king toe boots & they are literally more comfortable than some of my home slippers & last me about two years of 6 day weeks so they are totally worth the money for more reasons than one.
That’s true I have a pair of Sendra cowboy boots and they have a tapered heel love them
I love the Americana in brown and could buy immediatly. I would be very pleased if Nick's Boots would have a shop in Germany!!!!!
I have been wearing Iron Rangers as my primary footwear since I was 8 yrs old, when my dad got sick of buying me new shoes every month because i was so hard on shoes...... Im 57 yrs old, Change my mind!.... I Live 1.5 hrs away from Spokane,
If I lived that close I'd drive to Nick's and ask them to change my mind.
"How dirty you get at work" love it! Thanks for the review.
At some point you have to ask yourself: " How many pairs of '100 year wear' boots can one person legitimately utilize in one lifetime..."
Personally, there is no limit.
100
Not really.
For a great reviewer, just one of the benefits
Effectively I’d say 7 or so, for collection purposes there’s only money as the limit
New subscriber, love your channel.
Thank you!!!
Love the boots but I also love the shirt your wearing there.
Never be cheap on Toilet Paper (not possible with CV-19), Laundry Detergent, or Boots! Nick's boots are incredible buddy! However, I like the way the IRs looks compared to Nick's. Sleek enough, and rigged enough. The look is perfect on the IR, and it's just hard to beat. Great video!!! The Nick's sure are special though!
Do a 1 year update on these! Would love to see how these age
He cut em in half
I like how you made this video and the things you said. You said a lot of things I've been saying and tthinking for a while. Been wearing "work" boots since 1985 on construction sites. That blue collar "thinking " you mentioned , Spot on! I tried the iron Rangers, being a red Wing _ Danner guy for WORK and the iron Ranger for weekends. I just didn't like them. Found Origin, theyre the ones for me now. Great Review Bud
Just received a pair of these boots, bought largely because of this video, and they are the best fitting boots I have ever had. Even straight out of the box, they fit great and are very comfortable. The nice part is that I can now order other pairs from Nick's and get them faster since the fitting process is on file. Definitely worth the price of admission. I have a lot of boots, and while you don't always get what you pay for, I feel like these boots are a good deal.
Hey, just wanted to ask if you went for the comfot insole ie a size up? I recently bought a pair as well but I'm unsure about this option. Thank you
In the 80s, I wore Indy's, Levi's and t-shirts. I still have those Aiden's, and still wear jeans and t-shirts. Looking back, that look stood the test of time. Fads are nonsense. Stick to classics and you can't go wrong.
Carl Rest classics never go out of style. Just like how leather jackets, denim jackets, dark jeans, and white tees are never going out of style just like flannel shirts.
619 OG Am I missing something? What is funny?
619 OG Git ut. I have Dickies too. Still prefer 501s.
Got it. Sorry autocorrected
@619 OG how are Levi's dead? Everyone still wears them
I've been thinking about getting a pair of these, they look awesome they have that Nick's name behind them so u know they're going to last for years, it's just that initial cost that's holding me back, and the break in time.
These newer Vibram soles are for walking flat ground. They have crappy bite when climbing a steep grade due to the gripping tread stops before where the tread counts, towards the inside edge of the ball of your foot
Great review, I'm not gonna lie my two pairs of Nick's have seriously spoiled me. I'm not sure I can afford a 3rd pair yet though!
They tend to do that. Once you're accustomed to that fit and build quality it's hard to go backward.
Smooth, just casually including your resume, absolutely not a lumbersexual.
Great video. I've watched it twice now. A couple of questions for lifestyle rather than work use: any advantage of 8" rather than 6"? Yours are standard top. Any pros or cons for a roll top.
Your are great!
My first pr of shoes were boots,cowboy boots! I don't own a pr of shoes only have boots.All my dress boots are cowboy boots and my every day wear boots are redwing, thorogood and a few parkhurst. I will be looking into these for my next pr.
Great video, very informative. As an electrician and now a general contractor of sorts, I've see the reverse elitism on the sites for years. Its like the guys who only have the bare minimum of skill and are stuck doing the shit work don't respect the men who work smarter. It's like their hard work is all they have and they separate themselves into a class all of their own so then can berate others and not regret their life choices. Work smarter, not harder. I respect the mud but I also respect the guy who sweeps up the restaurant.
bro ive been looking for a review on these boots
Happy to oblige!
Carl, I’m a fairly new subscriber in my early fifties. I really enjoy your videos. I’ve wanted to kind of up my game in the apparel department and I find you to be a good resource for that. I initially came here a few weeks ago for an Iron Ranger review (a pair otw btw) but now I’m reading about denim and mtm etc....I wouldn’t have even used “mtm” 2 weeks ago but here we are.
Also, I suddenly I need several pairs of boots. Anyway keep up the content, you have a real knack for this. Now off to Nicks website...
Thank you so much! With boots it’s definitely a matter of “buy once, cry once”. Whether you go with Nicks, Whites, Wesco, or another similar brand you’ll be shocked how much different a made to measure boot will feel.
To me Nicks boots look like they really are the boots (and service) that Red Wing makes you believe you’re buying if you step into a Red Wing store.
I think the information is presented great! I love how you mentioned it's not really for a job site but you did mention blue collar people talking about getting dirty and sweaty to measure work ethic, which is 100% true. At the same time I don't know most people, even the licensed plumbers per say that make $50 plus an hour who would buy these boots because of cost. This is a stereotype for sure as I do know a lot of Sneakerheads pay crazy amount of money for sneakers. To be fair none are blue collar works, So it would be interesting to see who the customer demographics are for these boots.
I say this as I and others would save for a year to get a nice pair of Red Wings when they are starting out at an apprentice and/or school level when in theory you would need the better boot as you are doing 80% of the work, at least all the grunt work.
They looks like Iron Rangers on steroids 👍🏻👍🏻. Well done Nicks Boots and what a great name 🇺🇸.
I’d love to get a pair of nick’s someday. I do wish we had a bit more boots in the 300-500 dollar range besides Redwing, Grant Stone, and maybe Parkhurst. It seems like there’s a quick jump from 400 dollar boots to 650+, so I think there’s definitely more room for higher quality than Red wings while potentially reducing costs by using other tanneries or overseas assembly. I’d really like to see thicker insole and midsole leathers in more lower priced boots.
Great reviews I love your channel And videos. Out of curiosity were those iron rangers and those nicks Americana same size? or does nicks Americana run smaller than the iron rangers ? I’m trying to figure out my size in the Nicks Americana ps I already have the iron ranger in the right size finally haha, thank you :)
I just sent for my fit sheet from Nicks 4 days ago with the intention of getting the Robert boot. I watched your video on that boot also. Is there a significant difference in the heel of the Robert and the Americana boots other than the rolled top of the Robert? Any tips on my fitting process? Another great video. Thanks
Hey Carl, great video sir. This question I have is unrelated to this video but I feel the need to ask it, do you know why Carhartt will discontinue the Detroit jacket and will it ever be made again?
Iam a boiler but I have nick boots I only use to go out because they look amazing with levis jeans and I love the classic clean look .
Dirty at work and a masterpiece outside a work environment
Nah Carl, this doesn't "slay" the Iron Ranger. It's much more expensive - hence it's only expected to be somehow "better" than the IRs. If they were at the same price-point, then the title's justified. Other than that, this is like a boxing match wherein the fight is between a middleweight and a heavyweight. Still, great vid!
I agree 💯%!!! I don’t see how the IR looks “clownish”. I don’t think people who makes these claims of the IR has actually compared a clown shoe side by side since there’s zero resemblance.
Well said
I really like stitch down. To me it is much better aesthetically than a regular goodyear welt. And yeah, the Nick's boot is a Panther tank. Real deal. I'll take a pair.
Hey Carl! Been enjoying your CZcams Channel. I'm in Washington State and I am planning on getting my first pair of made to order boots. I have been considering White's Boots MP Service Boot or Nicks Boots Americana. Do you have any tips on which one to go with? Please let me know! Keep the awesome videos comin'!
The same guy that calls someone a lumbersexual for having nice boots to work in is wearing sketchers with velcro straps.
True story!
Plaid shirt, tin pants, goatee with upturned mustache, suspenders, floppy hat, mullet or man bun... $350-$1200 work boots. Works a phone at Amazon. Only thing missing is the Starbucks in hand. LOL! Why do I hear the Monty Python "Lumberjack Song" in my head?
Hahahaha
I’ve been trying to grow a man bun for months... it doesn’t seem to be working.
@@CarlMurawski Of course I am just joking but there are people like that out there.
For the price I love my Chippewa service boot, got them for like $200 on sale, same heritage quality, horween chromexel leather, and in my opinion better silhouette,
Spokane, pronounced spow - can. Grew up there, and when I went back east to school I was asked if we had roads and electricity, and if we still fought with Indians. Always enjoy your reviews.
No, we have antifa and safe zones where cry babies can loot and brood because society isn’t fair to them.
Love my Nicks/Rose Anvil boot. Break in was a bitch. Now, love them.
Nick is Nutts on those prices. Thanks for the review anyways.
Dad always said to never skimp on anything that separates you from the earth: shoes, mattress, tires
Love your reviews Carl, do you what width size do you wear on the Nicks and Red Wing?
My work boots are strictly for safety and function. At the end of the day, they come off and stay in my locker at work. Guys that wear their work boots all the time look to me like they are poor, lazy, or don't give a.f. about their appearance. There is nothing wrong with wearing casual boots that look good and are made well.
When I see someone in work boots outside of work, I see a blue collar worker and respect them even more that I normally would, poor or otherwise. Also, I’ve had a couple occasions where my safety toe protected me outside of work, and a couple occasions where I wish I was wearing them. I guess it really depends on your type of work/boot; If you’re talking about knee-high rubber overboots, I see your point.
I really like your channel's working class profile. I follow other channels like Kirby Allison's Hanger Proyect, I like it, but that's above my budget.
It’s cool 😎
I don't know if you were sponsored by Nicks or not but Truman Boots are Nicks slayers and Red Wing slayers. Check out the new Truman "Norton" boot which is a collaboration with ButterscotchLBC. (Sold by Butterscotch and found on their website)
I wish I were popular enough to be offended sponsorships! Alas, it’s not the case.
I hope your right. I have worn redwings for at least a dozen years buying 7 pairs. I have usually bought “work” boots but recently purchased a pair of Iron Rangers. During the break in process staples came through the insoles in both boots. No response from the customer service email/phone so I returned them. It is my belief that red wing is cutting quality to make a few extra pennies. Giving Nicks a chance.
It’s Spo Can. Being from there know for sure. Nick’s are legends just like Whites. Last you a lifetime. Many boots available and Nick’s built how you want.
They look great! Wonder if they could make it a double layer toe cap like the Iron Ranger? 🤔
I'm not sure, but they are open to customizations!