The leather was used in WWI "Around 1913 Horween Leather Company in Chicago needed to diversify their product offerings and developed Chromexcel for mechanical uses. One of the main uses for Chromexcel at the time was for use in motor seals and gaskets. With world war 1 starting just after the leather was developed in 1914, Chromexcel became heavily used in the war effort. A lot of Chromexcel was made for motor seals in large trucks and even tanks. A leather seal is preferred by highly-experienced mechanics and engineers because the seal slowly breaks over time. An operator can actually hear the seal failing slowly which them a heads up that it is time to replace the seal . Whereas a synthetic seal fails immediately and completely leaving the operator without notice."

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

THANKS! Pinned!!

I have both Wolverine 1K miles and Thursday Boots, so I can compare them. First of all, my Wolverines (bought in Norway) came with Vibram rubber both front and back, so that was nice. I must say, I prefer the 1K’s, as the TB’s kinda feels like toy boots in comparison. I just like the feeling of heft, and the 1K’s ooze no nonsense and simple construction. The TB’s had much shorter (/non-existent) break in and has softer leather and footbed. The softer (and thinner) leather makes it feel a lot less rugged, though. They are also Made in Mexico, for what it’s worth. In my mind, it’s sort of like raw denim vs stretch denim -both has its pros and cons, and let’s not forget the price difference. Overall I’m happy with both, and rotate between my brown Wolverines and black Thursdays. 🙂 Oh, and thanks for another good video, Mr. Snail!

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Ahhh INTERESTING points, good to know! Gonna pin this too! Also the snail thanks you!

Dawg, I dont know why, but I love your videos. I keep rewatching them cause they're just great

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Wow no YOURE just great

@candshoes1890

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheIronSnail you best shut up before I marry your mom and make you my stepson

I have these and the Thursday boots. I love both . I also like my black Tim's. Good video .

The fit on those black denim jeans 🔥🦵 sick intro too

I love you videos that’s great rewatch value and so binge worthy

Hilarious and informative video!! Keep it up, your video style is awesome.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks!

Hey! Love all your videos! What jeans are you wearing here? I love them too! Thanks Mikey keep up the awesome work. Also the adolescent banter is ….? I just love it lol ✌️

@TheIronSnail

2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks! These are Naked and Famous elephant 7’s!

Hilarious video. First time here and loved it. Subbed

Just found your channel. GREAT stuff, buddy. Keep up the good work!!!

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! I will (try)!

Nice color, well worn in. That's the equivalent of my Redwings 8111. Robust, sturdy, dressy. Better go for Vibram soles...

Hi there, love the video, you made fantastic looking boots look even better, love those laces! I have the same boots and will do the same thing and get those same laces.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! Hope you love them!

I’m addicted to these videos

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a top tier compliment!

Man you’re funny😂👌. I love that tanuki jacket!

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

God I love your video style, man. Keep up the good work.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

THANKS!

This guy, is my favorite.

Hi. Do they run true to size? Thank You

These look sooooooo much better than those blundstones that you’re in love with.

Luck of the draw with that loose grain. Maybe try a commando lug sole when/if you do resole em. I've never owned those but Horween leather plus the construction makes em solid. Try some Truman boots. They have pretty unique leather selections. I also hope you do get a pair of shell cordovan boots someday. I know you'll love em.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

I always wanted to try some shell!

@liljuanito123

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheIronSnail you won't be disappointed. I've got the higgins mill from Allen Edmonds, they are the most comfortable boot I own. They won't crease either. By the way your videos are awesome. Keep up the good work.

thorogood boots are a slept on brand, get wide ee and your normal size as they run really narrow

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Deal!

@AlexanderMason1

3 жыл бұрын

No they are not. Maybe you were sleeping on them but that’s just you.

On the WW2 tanks or the Tanker boots?

like ur vids bro.. simple guy simple review

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

I am king simp!

You can glue a vibram rubber soles (ask a cobbler) , without having to resole.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Thinking I’ll do just that!

I bought a Schott pink leather jacket my last time in NYC, I love that thing. So I can understand why you are upset with yourself for selling yours. Maybe get Topy(sp) on the soles, it will save the the leather soles. 😊🇨🇦

The only thing I hate about work boots is when they come with unmatching laces. Always have to change them

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Agreeeed takes away from the looks so much

Good looking boots but I’ve always felt these were inferior to Red Wing in terms of quality.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard that too before!

The boots look good. The laces don't. I have Iron Rangers but would consider these too. Or the Blacksmiths but they are so similar.. choices choices eh? Thanks for the videos!

what's size of your Tanuki jacket and what is your height and weight? I'm gonna buy some Tanuki jacket (in Jurai denim I guess) so just for reference

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

I’m 5’9” and 155lbs and I wear a 38!! Moderately slim fit id say true to size unless you want to layer a bit more then size up one

@araki_nago

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheIronSnail I see. Thanks from Ukraine! nice videos. Waiting for review your Tanuki jacket, hope it will be soon

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

It will be, just fading a bit more first!! Also greetings Ukraine!

What jacket are you wearing sir?

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

A Tanuki type II in double indigo!

LOLLLL @ the end. You don't want her to do what with the zucchini huh Michael???????????

It's not just a first boot. I bought 6 pairs.

Gangsta beats!

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you THANK YOU

I guess you know they have rubber on the bottoms now .

lmao absolute madman he almost killed his friend on the slide

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Gotham needed him to go

1000 mile boots look rugged. Best look with heavy indigo jeans. Thursday somewhat a different look. Not as rugged. Me thinks! :)

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Me thinks too!

You had a Schott?!?

In my view the laces wrong colour. Brown colour, me thinks. :)

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah tbh I can kinda see that too! I was of the mindset that hopefully they’ll darken nicely so it won’t be as loud :)

Is that a new jean break in project I see?

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yes INDEED! Although I’m doing a really fun before this that I’m so excited about

@jimmydgrant

3 жыл бұрын

The Iron Snail looking forward to it! I just got my first pair of heavyweights in the elephant 9 21oz by N&F. They’re like a prison for my lower body and I love it.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

I’m breaking in some 21oz rn 🤫

I got an idea. Try using leather conditioner on the laces that will in my opinion change to darker brown colour. Me thinks. :)

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

A perfect idea!

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Me thinks

Watch through to the end... you won’t regret hearing about the Air B&B lol.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Bahahah

Great video. :) You should review Redwing Blacksmiths sometime! I'm considering getting a pair, but I'm curious how you think they compare to the Wolverine 1000 Miles. P.S: If you like this comment I'll name my firstborn after you. (The Iron Snail, not Mike)

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

I plan on reviewing those eventually! Also incredible, iron snails also collect iron off the ocean floor and cover themselves in it so you need to teach them how to do that for the name to truly resonate

I was supposed to be asleep hours ago

Whats the jacket this video man?

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Tanuki double indigo type II ! Incredible jacket

@fakenewsnetwork1035

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, wet jacket as usual, keep it up man!

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Ty! Plenty of soaked jackets to come!!

@fakenewsnetwork1035

3 жыл бұрын

Wet as in dope as usual, but dam man you're gonna keep blowing up, bought a few you recommended already, they're gems thanks

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha I know i was just joking don’t worry, also hell yeah! What did you end up getting?

Gotta admit it would be hard to compete with a mutated zucchini.

Who's Maverick?

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Maverick is a legend in these parts

Lol did she leave you for the zucchini!?

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

I can neither confirm or deny

Size 8? Small feet.

@YouCanChangeYourWorldToday

5 күн бұрын

They run 1/2-full size big

Avoid Wolverine boots. Horrible customer service and misleading information regarding returns. Their website states free returns but they don't mention anywhere that the original shipping charge is not refunded. Lesson learned for $8, never dealing with that company again.

@noone-pg4lr

5 ай бұрын

And the materials inside suck

@smiley-qb3nt

4 ай бұрын

They told me I had to pay shipping costs up front

Dude. Stop playin. Make more videos wtf. You could go far with this forreal.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that so much! Shooting for one a week

You may have copied his video production style perfectly but you'll never match the charisma or looks of the Wool and Lanolin guy.

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Damnit! He had a certain charm i can’t replicate, i am no match

Narcissism much? How about less annoying adolescent banter, extreme closeups of your face, irrelevant comments about yourself, and more about the boots? Barf

@TheIronSnail

3 жыл бұрын

Yikes