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Carpenters Footwear

JDRHI | Posted in General Discussion on April 26, 2007 04:33am

For the past 25 yrs, I have finished getting dressed for work every morning, by pulling on a pair of shin high Timberlands. I’m looking for a change.

Very little of my work these days is outside. Not doing nearly as much framing. About half the time is spent in the shop. The other half is spent inside of finished homes.

I am looking for footwear to accomodate.

Not a fan of sneakers, but work boots are too much.

Some sort of a hybrid I suppose.

Hiking shoes?

Whatcha got?

J. D. Reynolds
Home Improvements

 

 


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  1. woodguy99 | Apr 26, 2007 04:37am | #1

    I've been wearing something similar to these for a couple of years, depending on the project:  http://www.merrellboot.com/Shop/Detail.aspx?NavID=FT-O-CHM&PID=11492

    Merrells are really tough shoes and quite comfortable, at least for me.

     

     

  2. imperialseamlessdotcom | Apr 26, 2007 04:57am | #2

    I love these View Image they're roofing shoes by Thorogood. Made in the USA, flat but very grippy sole, great on a ladder. They also look pretty cool. Thorogood make lots of others too.

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      JDRHI | Apr 26, 2007 05:02am | #3

      Thanks man....lookin' at thier site now.

      J. D. ReynoldsHome Improvements

       

       

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    FatRoman | Apr 26, 2007 05:21am | #4

    FWIW, I've had these for about 8 months and really like them. They've stood up very well to interior demo and kicking junk around. Plus they are soooo comfortable.

    http://www.keenfootwear.com/pdp_page.cfm?productID=148

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      user-246028 | Apr 27, 2007 01:30am | #14

      I have a similar pair. There great. Cost me about a hundred bucks. With a little luck I might get a year or two out of them. For me that's great. I'm pretty hard on foot wear.

      I generally like the mid high boots that cover the ankle bone. For inside finished homes I go for the leather running shoe with a fine tread. I find it a whole lot more comfortable when installing flooring or trim.

      Dave

       

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        JDRHI | Apr 27, 2007 05:55am | #15

        Thanks all. Several suggestions have piqued my interest.

        Some I've never even considered, but will be checking out.

        Keep em coming.

        J. D. ReynoldsHome Improvements

         

         

        1. ChicagoMike | Apr 27, 2007 06:53am | #16

          I wear these.View Image

          Rocky 5005 Duty shoes. Cops were them and they are VERY comfotable for a big guy like myself. Very spongy and they last me about a year. 

          "May the forces of evil be confused on the way to your house." -George Carlin

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    Matt | Apr 26, 2007 05:31am | #5

    For working inside I like something with smooth bottoms.  That way I don't have to worry so much about tracking something inside, and when they to get dirty (muddy) they wipe off quite easy.  I'm actually wearing some Redwinds these days for this purpose, however they are "work boots" so probably not what you are lookig for.

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    Huck | Apr 26, 2007 04:26pm | #6

    love these boots! View Image

     

    "...never charged nothing for his preaching, and it was worth it, too" - Mark Twain

  6. calvin | Apr 26, 2007 04:43pm | #7

    Mars oxfords (says on the tongue)  from Wolverine.  Had a previous pair of lowcuts from them.  Pretty darn comfortable, light and no stone lodging soles to worry about. 

    A great place for Information, Comraderie, and a sucker punch.

    Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.

    http://www.quittintime.com/

     

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    Gunner | Apr 26, 2007 08:16pm | #8

        I've got a pair of these for kicking around in, and I love them. I've had em at least five years now and they are still great.

     http://www.redwingshoes.com/productdetails.aspx?prodid=1460

       Here's another link to Redwings casual line of shoes.

    http://www.redwingshoes.com/ProductResults.aspx?shoefinder=1&ProductType=&SubType=Oxford/Chukka&Gender=Mens&Style=

     

     

     

        Who dares, wins.

     

     

    http://thewoodwhisperer.com/

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      JDRHI | Apr 26, 2007 09:40pm | #9

      That looks like the direction I'm looking to go in.

      But damn..... a buck sixty-four. Hard to drop those clams without knowing for sure.

      Thanks....I'll have to give em consideration.

      J. D. ReynoldsHome Improvements

       

       

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        Gunner | Apr 26, 2007 09:44pm | #10

           Shop around. I didn't pay near that for them. I don't remember what it was but it wasn't near that much. I think Redwing shows the max price for everything then when you find them cheaper you feel like you got a good deal.

         

         

         

            Who dares, wins.

         

         

        http://thewoodwhisperer.com/

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        EricPaulson | Apr 27, 2007 12:35pm | #19

        Look at the 6610 on Gunner's second page.

        My everyday. A bit heavy but comfy.[email protected]

         

         

         

         

  8. OldGuy | Apr 27, 2007 12:49am | #11

    My daytime job requires steel toes and I always wore heavy boots when logging. The last few years after hours footware is Coleman hiking boots. Just over the ankle for support, light weight, inexpensive, seem to wear well, and stick to rock (mountains around Lake Placid) as well as roofs.

  9. girlbuilder | Apr 27, 2007 01:10am | #12

    I would highly recommend Doc Martin oxfords. They are neat and clean looking, have good support, are well made and have a sole that gives good traction (lug) and yet also is non-marking. I actually have two pairs, one I wear for appointments and the other (I've had over six years) I wear for light finish work jobs.

  10. joesifer | Apr 27, 2007 01:22am | #13

    i wear these

     

    http://www.onlineshoes.com/productpage.asp?type=style&styleid=2&stylecatid=208&ageid=1&gen=m&pcid=2589

     

    sorry, i dont know how to post pictures on here. theyre awesome. i would go as far as saying its the best money i spent all of last year .... the no lacing is my favorite part .... i too never leave the shop, and i too am very sick of work boots

    when its hot though, i just wear sneakers. im considering getting a pair with no laces though, cause i really really like not having to tie them

  11. harryv | Apr 27, 2007 07:14am | #17

    You might want to look at Georgia Boots  "Romeo" with the smooth sole.

  12. IdahoDon | Apr 27, 2007 08:43am | #18

     

    These are my summer shoes.  About $90 at Sierra Trading Post.  They are more boot than shoe, but the stiff sole is perfect for days with lots of ladder time.  Lesser shoes hurt my arches after a long day.

    View Image

     

    Beer was created so carpenters wouldn't rule the world.

  13. seeyou | Apr 27, 2007 02:06pm | #20

    I've had lot's of foot troubles from the constant pounding on a concrete shop floor. Here's what I've been wearing in the shop for the last 3-4 years and my foot problems have stopped.

    http://catalog.birkenstockcentral.com/vc3bc/partnumber/%5E56046$/template-b//

    http://grantlogan.net/

    1. Spalted | Apr 27, 2007 02:13pm | #21

      You'll have to send that link again...or post a pic it just goes to the main page. I spend all my day ona n uneven concrete shop floor(it used to be a cheese factory so all the floors have daylight drains)and would love to have a comfy shoe again....

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    skip555 | Apr 27, 2007 03:56pm | #22

    Ive worn these for about 10 years or so
    http://rckp.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/pG01-1332849dt.jpg

    http://shop.rockport.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1758629&cp=1780801&page=2&doVSearch=no&pageBucket=0&parentPage=family

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