Dr. Martens -- 2296 Wellington Boot Review

Recently, I was given the opportunity to test out a pair of
Dr. Martens (Doc Martens) 2296 WELLINGTON GAUCHO VOLCANO pull-on, heavy-duty work boots.

I will tell you straight - I am very impressed. As a Land Surveyor, I'm constantly in all types of weather and all types of terrain. Not to mention the mud and the muck I track through daily.

I need a boot that will take me anywhere and everywhere I have to go and provide comfort, safety, and warmth. The 2296 WELLINGTON GAUCHO VOLCANO not only meets my needs but exceeds them. This is a high quality workboot.

I've put these boots through the wringer. They've been in ditches and culverts, gravel pits, and swamps, deep woods and marshes -- no leaks, no tears, no discomfort. They've done all I've asked of them and more.

The Wellington Gaucho Volcano is a part of the Icon collection.

The 2296 Wellington is a heavy-duty boot, built to Perform in the most demanding of environments. Durable Full-grain leather upper, padded ankle locking supports and Hard-wearing slip-resistant outsole Make this Boot a must have. Electrical Hazard rated.

FEATURES:

Upper:
Water-resistant Full-grain Leather, Padded Ankle Locking Support, Double Stitched, Leather Pull Loops

Lining:
Nylon Mesh

Footbed:
Removable Nylon Mesh Covered EVA Footbed

Shank:
Standard Wood

Outsole:
SAF Patented air-cushioned sole, slip-resistant to oil, fat, petrol, and alkali

Construction:
Stitch Welted Contoured full cushion insole
Full quarter and vamp lining
Patented air cushion sole
Resists oil, fat, acid, petrol
and alkili
SAF sole

Material:
Volcano is a worn /and distressed leather with water resistant properties which provides a rugged appearance.

The boot is very comfortable but it does run a bit narrow and short. I wear a Men's 9 1/2 and would recommend that you buy one (1) size larger and wider-width than your everyday shoe.

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MIKE (Review Daddy)

Woody Armor Hunting Boots (Muck Boots Online): Review

Not long ago, I was given the chance to try out a pair of Woody Armor® Premium Hunting Boots from Muck Boots Online.

I'm a Land Surveyor and often spend my days mired in mud and muck, in swamps and fields, woodlands, marshes -- you name it, I've been there.
Of course, I need work boots that work with me. The Woody Armor® Premium Hunting Boot fits my needs perfectly. It's a must to have a boot that you can trust not to fail. They have to protect your feet from extreme cold and snake-bites, they must keep your feet dry and they must be durable.

So far, I've worn them in the swamps of Ebenezer Creek -- that's a fresh water creek.
The inside stayed dry until I went in over the tops. When I got back to the truck, I cleaned them by dumping the water out and rinsing them with cold, fresh water.
They dried fast... overnight. Next morning, the boots were clean and dry and ready for Day 2.

Later in the week, I was in knee-deep mud at the canal site. The Woody Armor boots stayed dry -- right up until I hit the ditch and went in up to my thighs.

Mud and gravel filled the inside of the boots. So, when I got back home, I had to literally take the garden hose to them to clean them out.
They cleaned up quick. There was no damage to the inside lining at all. They took a bit longer to dry that time. A full day. But that's fine. Other boots I've had took a lot longer than that and didn't fare nearly as well.

While using these boots, I discovered that the insulation inside does NOT hold odors. Thank Heaven. Nothing is worse than stinky boots.
The insoles are easily removed and fit back in easily. After all that I put them through, there were no changes to the insole -- they held up remarkably well.
Even tramping through the mud, I had great traction. The boots didn't try to "pull off". Stability, traction... all the hallmarks of a darn good work boot.

I'm impressed. I highly recommend these Woody Armor® Premium Hunting Boots for any and all outdoor needs. They aren't just for hunting -- as this Land Surveyor will attest.

The Woody Armor features:

*17 inches tall
*CR Neoprene Upper fully coated with rubber protects against punctures and snake bites.
*Blocks human scent with its closed cell neoprene & rubber construction
*100% Waterproof Muck Brand Boots
*Comfortable Airmesh™ Lining
*Comfort range of 70° to -20°
*New Mossy Oak Break-Up Pattern
*Added toe and achilles protection
*Molded, contoured insole for comfort
*Half the weight of competitive boots

All the standard MUCK BOOT™ features plus:

*5mm CR flex-foam bootie with four-way stretch nylon, 100% waterproof, lightweight and flexible
*Boot encapsulated in scent-free camo rubber
*MS-1 molded outsole is rugged, aggressive and durable for maximum protection and stability
*Added toe protection with a wrap-up toe bumper
*New Mossy Oak Break-Up® Camo
*Comfort range of -20ºF to 70ºF

The boots come in Men’s Sizes 5-15 and Women’s Sizes 6-13 (Unisex).

About Muck Boots
The Original Muck Boot Company™ story began in 1999 with the sole purpose of building the most comfortable, high performance footwear on the market. The need for a more comfortable boot for
use in messy and tough conditions led to the design of The Original Muck Boot Company™ brand footwear.

Every boot in the line is expected to deliver the same 100% waterproof quality and comfort that inspired the original footwear. In just a few years, the line has grown to nearly 40 styles of rubber and leather footwear, all designed to tackle tough conditions in work, agriculture, lawn and garden, outdoor sporting, equine and pet care markets.

Today, the MUCK BOOT™ brand defines a standard of comfort and quality that goes beyond the expectations of customers around the country. Quickly establishing a strong and loyal customer base,
the brand has become one of the fastest growing lines in the waterproof footwear market.

Standard Features:

*100% Waterproof Cr-Foam Bootie Construction:
Sock liner is added for additional support and slipper-soft molded comfort in the footbed.

*Removable 6mm Nitracel™ Eva Sock Liner:
This lining provides superior comfort and breathability by wicking away humidity and perspiration.

*Breathable Airmesh Lining:
Vulcanization binds the rubber pieces together to form an extremely durable and lightweight shell.

*Natural Rubber Upper Overlays:
A variety of hands free on/off features including a 10mm kick rim on certain styles. The sturdiness and stretch of the CR-foam bootie makes it easy to step into the shoe or boot without having to pull it on.

*Hands Free Easy On/Easy Off:
The rubber shell and nylon upper are very durable and clean up easily with a spray of water or a gentle scrubbing with soap and water.

Visit Muck Boots Online and see for yourself -- you will not be disappointed!

Mike

Disclosure:
I received a complimentary pair of Woody Armor® Premium Hunting Boots for the purpose of review. I received no monetary compensation.
I was not obligated to write a review. The opinions expressed within this review are my own and based on my usage of and experience with the boots.