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Post by gaseousclay on Dec 31, 2014 21:12:18 GMT -6
I'm thinking of picking up a pair of Moc toe boots and was curious who else makes them? I already own a pair of Indys and know that Redwing has their 1907 moc toe line. Thorogood boots makes a moc toe as well. I'm fairly certain they also make the Field N Forest branded boots for Mills Fleet Farm here in Minnesota.
I guess what I'm looking for is an inexpensive moc toe boot under $150. The Field N Forest moc toes fit that bill but I'd like to know what else is out there.
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Post by exophobe on Dec 31, 2014 22:31:13 GMT -6
I'm thinking of picking up a pair of Moc toe boots and was curious who else makes them? I already own a pair of Indys and know that Redwing has their 1907 moc toe line. Thorogood boots makes a moc toe as well. I'm fairly certain they also make the Field N Forest branded boots for Mills Fleet Farm here in Minnesota. I guess what I'm looking for is an inexpensive moc toe boot under $150. The Field N Forest moc toes fit that bill but I'd like to know what else is out there. If you're looking for us made at that price point, Amazon has the thorogoods at that price. If you don't care about that, then there are options from timberland, wolverine, etc for less. If I wanted them and had that budget, I'd probably go thorogood. |
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 1, 2015 6:38:08 GMT -6
I prefer US made with a GYW. I emailed Thorogood about the Field N Forest brand and am waiting for their response. Those are about the same price range and US made, but I don't know if they're GYW. I honestly cant see why the Redwing 1907's are so damned expensive
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 1, 2015 14:09:16 GMT -6
  Here's a couple of pics of the Field N Forest 6" moc toe by Mills Fleet Farm. These are in fact made by Thorogood and are storm welted. $140. I'm usually a 9D in dress shoes but they were out of that size. I tried an 8.5EE and although they felt ok my high instep didn't give me enough confidence to pull the trigger until I'm able to try a 9D |
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Post by exophobe on Jan 1, 2015 16:54:17 GMT -6
  Here's a couple of pics of the Field N Forest 6" moc toe by Mills Fleet Farm. These are in fact made by Thorogood and are storm welted. $140. I'm usually a 9D in dress shoes but they were out of that size. I tried an 8.5EE and although they felt ok my high instep didn't give me enough confidence to pull the trigger until I'm able to try a 9D broken pics. |
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 1, 2015 18:09:44 GMT -6
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 2, 2015 6:47:59 GMT -6
 here's the boot made by Thorogood which retails for about $184 through other vendors, cheaper if you look elsewhere. It's the same 6" moc toe boot. The only difference I can see is the branded logo on the side of the boot and the placement of the 'Made In The USA' patch that's sewn onto the tongue. -Union Made in Wisconsin -Seidel Tanning Co. Tobacco oil-tanned leather upper -Goodyear storm welt construction -Cotton drill vamp -Removable dual-density ultimate shock absorption footbed on Poron comfort cushion insole -Rubber midsole -Engineered composite shank -Single-density polyurethane MAXwear Wedge outsole |
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Post by gusjin on Jan 2, 2015 7:01:43 GMT -6
Not a fan of the USA tag on the side
Easily removable?
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 2, 2015 7:26:57 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Jan 2, 2015 12:40:44 GMT -6
My opinion on Moc Toe is either getting a pair of Red Wing or not getting at all.
Moc Toe boots are normally being worn by construction workers and they are not very fashionable. If I recall correctly, the whole Moc Toe boots fashion movement was from Japan about 15+ years ago after a pair of RW 875 were being worn by one of the most famous singer/TV/movie star (Takuya_Kimura) in Japan and everyone was wearing them in Asia since then.
If you are planning to get one, Nordstrom always have one of the color during the sales for $159 at least twice to three times a year. I would definitely wait for it.
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 2, 2015 13:17:21 GMT -6
My opinion on Moc Toe is either getting a pair of Red Wing or not getting at all. Moc Toe boots are normally being worn by construction workers and they are not very fashionable. If I recall correctly, the whole Moc Toe boots fashion movement was from Japan about 15+ years ago after a pair of RW 875 were being worn by one of the most famous singer/TV/movie star (Takuya_Kimura) in Japan and everyone was wearing them in Asia since then. If you are planning to get one, Nordstrom always have one of the color during the sales for $159 at least twice to three times a year. I would definitely wait for it. My opinion is that if one is going to buy a high quality moc toe then the Indy boot is the one and only choice, because the Indy boot is king. But since I already have a pair of Indys I was looking for a less expensive brand. I'm sure some will deride my reference to the Indy as being a true moc toe when we're really only looking at the stitch pattern on the toe of the boot, but it's a moc toe nonetheless. I don't really see a qualitative difference between Red Wings and Thorogoods. If anything Red Wing has more name recognition than Thorogood, but that's about it. Stylistically they're both the same. If someone saw me walking down the street with a pair of moc toe boots on they wouldn't be able to tell what brand i'm wearing, nor would they care. My interest in the moc toe is partly for comfort and partly for aesthetics. I'm on my feet all day and need something with more arch support and ankle support. My tennis shoes just aren't cutting it anymore. I like the look of the moc toe and wanted a US made, GYW boot at a lower price point. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 2, 2015 13:38:06 GMT -6
My opinion on Moc Toe is either getting a pair of Red Wing or not getting at all. Moc Toe boots are normally being worn by construction workers and they are not very fashionable. If I recall correctly, the whole Moc Toe boots fashion movement was from Japan about 15+ years ago after a pair of RW 875 were being worn by one of the most famous singer/TV/movie star (Takuya_Kimura) in Japan and everyone was wearing them in Asia since then. If you are planning to get one, Nordstrom always have one of the color during the sales for $159 at least twice to three times a year. I would definitely wait for it. My opinion is that if one is going to buy a high quality moc toe then the Indy boot is the one and only choice, because the Indy boot is king. But since I already have a pair of Indys I was looking for a less expensive brand. I'm sure some will deride my reference to the Indy as being a true moc toe when we're really only looking at the stitch pattern on the toe of the boot, but it's a moc toe nonetheless. I don't really see a qualitative difference between Red Wings and Thorogoods. If anything Red Wing has more name recognition than Thorogood, but that's about it. Stylistically they're both the same. If someone saw me walking down the street with a pair of moc toe boots on they wouldn't be able to tell what brand i'm wearing, nor would they care. My interest in the moc toe is partly for comfort and partly for aesthetics. I'm on my feet all day and need something with more arch support and ankle support. My tennis shoes just aren't cutting it anymore. I like the look of the moc toe and wanted a US made, GYW boot at a lower price point. Yeah, if you are looking for a boot for functional use, it makes no difference and there are many options out there. If you are going for look/fashion, there is no substitute of the Red Wing Moc Toe. I bought my first pair of RW Moc Toe (875) about 12 years ago, so my experience is definitely not typical compared to others. Today, I can spot the Redwing moc toe compared to other brand moc toe by the combination of the toe shape, sole color/thickness and eyelet color combination. About the price, I think $160 is a great price for a pair of Red Wing with the combination of the brand, leather quality and resole. |
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Post by exophobe on Jan 2, 2015 19:53:31 GMT -6
My opinion is that if one is going to buy a high quality moc toe then the Indy boot is the one and only choice, because the Indy boot is king. But since I already have a pair of Indys I was looking for a less expensive brand. I'm sure some will deride my reference to the Indy as being a true moc toe when we're really only looking at the stitch pattern on the toe of the boot, but it's a moc toe nonetheless. I don't think the Indy qualifies as a moc-toe, but if it does it's certainly a totally different class. I mentioned them before, but the Woolrich Yankee is a pretty straight across Indy-style boot, and I've mentioned my Woodrights here before, but they have a different look than the Indy. All this talk of boots has me craving some OSB Cap-toe Trench boot, though. Still debating whether it's those or the Iron Rangers come spring. |
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 2, 2015 20:48:10 GMT -6
I think it would be appropriate to describe the Indy as a moc toe style boot rather than a true moc toe. Again, I'm referencing the stitch pattern on the boot rather than the shape.
The other reason why I'm looking for an inexpensive boot is that I want something I can treat as a beater boot. I take care of my Indys, meaning I baby the shit out of them which I know I don't have to do. It's just hard for me to wear something into the ground that I spent $450+ on. A $140 GYW boot feels like something I can beat the crap out of and not worry about. The Thorogoods are storm welted boots which means it would serve me well in wet weather. Plus, I think they look decent with denim. The problem with threads like these is it just makes you want to run out and buy more boots that you don't necessarily need
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Post by Deleted on Jan 2, 2015 20:57:33 GMT -6
My opinion is that if one is going to buy a high quality moc toe then the Indy boot is the one and only choice, because the Indy boot is king. But since I already have a pair of Indys I was looking for a less expensive brand. I'm sure some will deride my reference to the Indy as being a true moc toe when we're really only looking at the stitch pattern on the toe of the boot, but it's a moc toe nonetheless. I don't think the Indy qualifies as a moc-toe, but if it does it's certainly a totally different class. I mentioned them before, but the Woolrich Yankee is a pretty straight across Indy-style boot, and I've mentioned my Woodrights here before, but they have a different look than the Indy. All this talk of boots has me craving some OSB Cap-toe Trench boot, though. Still debating whether it's those or the Iron Rangers come spring. I have/had both OSB and IR and like my OSB more because of the lower toe profile and workmanship. It also feels more solid. But the difference does reflect in the price. |
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Post by exophobe on Jan 2, 2015 20:58:12 GMT -6
I think it would be appropriate to describe the Indy as a moc toe style boot rather than a true moc toe. Again, I'm referencing the stitch pattern on the boot rather than the shape. The other reason why I'm looking for an inexpensive boot is that I want something I can treat as a beater boot. I take care of my Indys, meaning I baby the shit out of them which I know I don't have to do. It's just hard for me to wear something into the ground that I spent $450+ on. A $140 GYW boot feels like something I can beat the crap out of and not worry about. The Thorogoods are storm welted boots which means it would serve me well in wet weather. Plus, I think they look decent with denim. The problem with threads like these is it just makes you want to run out and buy more boots that you don't necessarily need Just get 'em and tell us how they are!  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 2, 2015 21:10:30 GMT -6
I think it would be appropriate to describe the Indy as a moc toe style boot rather than a true moc toe. Again, I'm referencing the stitch pattern on the boot rather than the shape. The other reason why I'm looking for an inexpensive boot is that I want something I can treat as a beater boot. I take care of my Indys, meaning I baby the shit out of them which I know I don't have to do. It's just hard for me to wear something into the ground that I spent $450+ on. A $140 GYW boot feels like something I can beat the crap out of and not worry about. The Thorogoods are storm welted boots which means it would serve me well in wet weather. Plus, I think they look decent with denim. The problem with threads like these is it just makes you want to run out and buy more boots that you don't necessarily need if there is a Nordstrom Rack in your area, check it out. They may have RW moc toe cheaper than $140. |
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Post by Winterland on Jan 2, 2015 21:16:56 GMT -6
I'm thinking of picking up a pair of Moc toe boots and was curious who else makes them? I already own a pair of Indys and know that Redwing has their 1907 moc toe line. Thorogood boots makes a moc toe as well. I'm fairly certain they also make the Field N Forest branded boots for Mills Fleet Farm here in Minnesota. I guess what I'm looking for is an inexpensive moc toe boot under $150. The Field N Forest moc toes fit that bill but I'd like to know what else is out there. Some Danners to be had for about $100 with discount code. Black and Brown. www.sierratradingpost.com/danner-lace-work-boots-moc-toe-for-men~p~7985u/?filterString=mens-work-boots~d~463%2F&colorFamily=01 |
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 2, 2015 21:39:47 GMT -6
I think it would be appropriate to describe the Indy as a moc toe style boot rather than a true moc toe. Again, I'm referencing the stitch pattern on the boot rather than the shape. The other reason why I'm looking for an inexpensive boot is that I want something I can treat as a beater boot. I take care of my Indys, meaning I baby the shit out of them which I know I don't have to do. It's just hard for me to wear something into the ground that I spent $450+ on. A $140 GYW boot feels like something I can beat the crap out of and not worry about. The Thorogoods are storm welted boots which means it would serve me well in wet weather. Plus, I think they look decent with denim. The problem with threads like these is it just makes you want to run out and buy more boots that you don't necessarily need if there is a Nordstrom Rack in your area, check it out. They may have RW moc toe cheaper than $140. I could just drive to Red Wing and check out their factory. I hear they sell seconds there as well. But I don't really have time to drive there and back just for a pair of boots |
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Post by brentkuz on Jan 3, 2015 9:53:26 GMT -6
I wouldn't call the Indy a moc toe boot. Red wing 877 and 875 yes. Not sure on the technical term for the stitching but the boots are night and day style wise.
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 3, 2015 19:45:51 GMT -6
Chippewa also has their own 6" moc toe boot. Still think I'm gonna go with the Field N Forest/Thorogoods though. I'm gonna have to drive to a different Fleet Farm store since the one I went to didn't have my size. Might try and wait for a sale too since I've seen these priced cheaper
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 11, 2015 13:10:26 GMT -6
Went and bought the Field N Forest moc toes today - they're currently $30 off so I paid $109.99. A note on sizing, I tried on quite a range of sizes and ended up with an 8EE. I wear a 9D dress shoes and an 8.5D on the Alden Tru balance last. I do have a high instep so some of the sizes I tried felt uncomfortable. The moc toes fit big so I went a full size down on a wider last. The boots felt comfortable with thick socks with just enough room in the toe box. For $109.99, US made and for being a Goodyear storm welted boot this is an incredibly good deal. More pics to come
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Post by gaseousclay on Jan 12, 2015 8:52:55 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Oct 7, 2015 2:32:47 GMT -6
Nick's is doing a limited offer of their BEAUTIFUL take on the moc toe boot:  |
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Post by gaseousclay on Oct 7, 2015 5:41:04 GMT -6
those are pretty sweet looking.
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