Can anyone compare the quality of Chippewa boots to Red Wing?

[sixdogs]

Normally, I buy a Red Wing farmer type 6" leather work boot but recently I saw a similar pair of Chippewa work boots that looked really nice and well made. Comments on their site were excellent but they are excellent for Red Wing as well. The Chippewa costs about $100 more per pair but a good boot is worth it.

Has anyone owned both or can anyone offer any comments on comparing the Red Wing boot with the Chippewa boot?

 

[RandyT]

I can't remember if I ever wore Chippewa boots other than maybe a pair of logger boots, But I could never get a pair of Red Wings to last more than 6 months without coming apart. Either the heel would tear loose from the leather upper, or the toe would delaminate from the base material.

 

[RNeumann]

I’ve had both. The Chippewa “station boot” has always been a very nice boot- not the style you are looking for. They are American Made. The Red Wing boots have also treated me well. Red Wing offers both American Made boots that are on their high end and sourced boots that are more competitive in price. You won’t go wrong with either in my opinion.
If I was ordering off a website and couldn’t try them on I’d go Chips. I think they tend to run a little truer to length and width with regards to my foot.

 

[Lineman North Florida]

I've had a pair of climbing boots of each and I much preferred the Chippewa's, I thought I would never wear them out, the only other better pair of climbing boots I had were Wesco's.

 

[Peter 315]

I get this boot , I get 1 or 2 years out of them I wear them 24/7 Red Wing STYLE #4417
Men's LoggerMax

 

[sixdogs]

I now wear the Red Wing 952 below. It's a nice boot, American made and I like it a lot. Sometimes it's a little tiring and hard on the feet.
Men's 952 Electrical Hazard SuperSole^(R) 6-inch Boot | Red Wing Work Boots


Here's the comparable Chippewa. It's basically $120 more but I'm told they are much easier on the feet after a long day.
CHIPPEWA BOOTS #191G47 SMITH TAN 6

If I bought the Chippewa, I can buy it at LL Bean for less money and have their great return policy if something goes wrong.

 

[RNeumann]

Does the sole on the chip look thinner? Just making sure it’s the type of sole you want.

 

[sixdogs]

Does the sole on the chip look thinner? Just making sure it’s the type of sole you want.

Sole looks good. My for use these boots is dry weather, medium duty ag and field use and around the house. They will never get more than a little wet, if that and no woods or hills, swamps, etc.

 

[rhunt]

As is stated in post #3, made in USA or not? For comparison purposes I have found big difference between where they are made. USA boots to me are better. Bob

 

[sixdogs]

As is stated in post #3, made in USA or not? For comparison purposes I have found big difference between where they are made. USA boots to me are better. Bob

Made in USA.

 

[Slowpoke Slim]

I can't remember if I ever wore Chippewa boots other than maybe a pair of logger boots, But I could never get a pair of Red Wings to last more than 6 months without coming apart. Either the heel would tear loose from the leather upper, or the toe would delaminate from the base material.

Funny, I've worn Red Wing's for decades. I think I've had my oldest pair resoled twice, I'm sure they're at least 10 years old, and I still use them for hunting (put logger lug sole on them last time). My current work pair is a steel toe, and I've had them for almost 3 years. They are still holding up pretty solid. When I worked in the factory in town (machinist), I bought another pair for that job that needed met-guard protection. That pair got pretty tore up cosmetically from all the steel work, but the structure and the stitching are still solid.

I guess you can turn some guys loose in an empty room with only a plastic hammer and an iron anvil, and they will break the anvil and lose the hammer...

:laughing: :laughing:

 

[STx]

My wife and I both have Chippewa Snakeproof Boots, they are insanely uncomfortable but there aren't that many options in pull on snakeproof boots, even fewer for ladies so, we wear them because it beats the alternative.

I looked at Redwings recently when I changed from lace-up to pull on work boots, I ended up buying Ariat and have been very happy with them.

Based on my experience, I would say that the Chippewa are very well made boots but, I would not want to wear them all day, every day.

 

[Tomtint]

I have had Chips for a very long time. Never owned a pair of Redwings. The Chips have worn well and quality has always been excellent. The soles are hard and can make my feet tired at the end of the day if on concrete all the time. 7-8 hours, no problem. 10-12.. and I want them off my feet. They are heavy, but I guess that comes with the package.very thick leather and well built.

 

[geteh]

Funny, I've worn Red Wing's for decades. I think I've had my oldest pair resoled twice, I'm sure they're at least 10 years old, and I still use them for hunting (put logger lug sole on them last time). My current work pair is a steel toe, and I've had them for almost 3 years. They are still holding up pretty solid. When I worked in the factory in town (machinist), I bought another pair for that job that needed met-guard protection. That pair got pretty tore up cosmetically from all the steel work, but the structure and the stitching are still solid.

I guess you can turn some guys loose in an empty room with only a plastic hammer and an iron anvil, and they will break the anvil and lose the hammer...

welche schuhe bei Plantarfasziitis

Both Red Wing and Chippewa boots are excellent choices, known for durability and comfort. Red Wing boots are renowned for their ruggedness and long-lasting quality, often providing great arch support. Chippewa boots, while costing a bit more, are lighter, more flexible, and have a modern design. If you’re looking for a more traditional, sturdy boot, Red Wing is a solid choice. However, if you prefer a slightly more comfortable fit with a modern look, Chippewa could be worth the extra $100. Both brands are highly respected, so it depends on your personal preference for fit and style.

 

[JeepHead]

WOW talking about bringing something back from the dead! LOL this post is from almost 7 years ago!

I have wore boots every day my entire adulthood, either logger or pull-on western work boots. I recently switched to these boots and it's a night/day difference for comfort. This type of sole really supports the foot in a way no others do. I resisted going to this type of boot because I didn't find the appearance appealing, but after I wore them for a week I was sold forever.

Men's 6" Thorogood Wedge Sole Boots (U.S.A.) 814-4203: MidwestBoots.com

www.midwestboots.com

 

[ultrarunner]

I guess I’m the odd one out…

I really liked Chippewa but my last pair had a perfectly good sole separate…

I wear them when brush cutting hillsides which puts a lot of side angle force on the boots…

 

[NoTrespassing]

WOW talking about bringing something back from the dead! LOL this post is from almost 7 years ago!

I have wore boots every day my entire adulthood, either logger or pull-on western work boots. I recently switched to these boots and it's a night/day difference for comfort. This type of sole really supports the foot in a way no others do. I resisted going to this type of boot because I didn't find the appearance appealing, but after I wore them for a week I was sold forever.

Men's 6" Thorogood Wedge Sole Boots (U.S.A.) 814-4203: MidwestBoots.com

www.midwestboots.com

I'm wearing Thorogood work shoes, US Postal type. The soles on these shoes are incredible. Being a machinist, my Redwing boots and shoes have always picked up chips and carried them into my car and house. That's not the case with the Thorogood shoes. The soles still look great after about a year, they're comfortable, and don't track metal chips. Supposedly they're USA made.

 

[jyoutz]

Both Chippewa and Red Wing have their higher line of USA made boots and cheaper imported boots. Read their website descriptions.

 

[Cycledude]

WOW talking about bringing something back from the dead! LOL this post is from almost 7 years ago!

I have wore boots every day my entire adulthood, either logger or pull-on western work boots. I recently switched to these boots and it's a night/day difference for comfort. This type of sole really supports the foot in a way no others do. I resisted going to this type of boot because I didn't find the appearance appealing, but after I wore them for a week I was sold forever.

Men's 6" Thorogood Wedge Sole Boots (U.S.A.) 814-4203: MidwestBoots.com

www.midwestboots.com

I live about 30 miles from the Thorogood factory in Merrill Wisconsin, they have huge selection and some pretty nice discounts for walk in customers.
They do have limits on how many pairs you can get the discount on per month, last time I was there there was a guy from California attempting to buy more than the limit but they wouldn’t allow it unless he paid the regular non discounted price for the extra pairs.

 

[JeepHead]

I live about 30 miles from the Thorogood factory in Merrill Wisconsin, they have huge selection and some pretty nice discounts for walk in customers

That would be sweet!