THE 10 BEST WINTER BOOTS FOR MEN (that actually look good!)

* Links below!

If you've ever looked for boots that can handle a winter, you know that most of them are puffy, lumpy, and not too easy on the eyes. This is the list of the best stylish winter boots I wish I had when I first moved to New York City from the tropics, all arranged from cheapest to most expensive.

With better grip than most Thursday boots and made with an extra weather resistant, oil tanned "Rugged and Resilient" leather, this is Thursday's best value boot for winter. I like Chelseas for their ease of putting on, but if you want to spend an extra $50 you can get their 8-inch high Explorer boot as well.

Pros: Great value, extra weather resistant leather, grippier than most Thursdays
Cons: Not a storm welt, fewer leathers available than other Thursday boots

A dressier boot that's easy to wear to the office, this snappy boot is fully lined with shearling wool to keep your toes toasty warm and it's made with calfskin from the famous Tannerie D'annonay.

Pros: Dressy, lined with wool, storm welt
Cons: Not super grippy or versatile

Unlike most Red Wing boots, the Sawmill is lined with felt, it's got a water resistant storm welt, and it's extremely grippy — this is the Red Wing Heritage boot for winter.

Pros: Storm welt, moisture wicking lining, felt footbed, grippy sole
Cons: Not super versatile

Made by a family in Northern Sweden — not too far from the Arctic Circle — this is a beautiful boot that stands out not just for its design but also its Arctic Grip sole, which may be the best sole on Earth for icy conditions.

Pros: Storm welt, maybe the best sole for ice, small family-owned shop
Cons: Takes 1-2 months to be made, not insulated

My pick for the best looking winter boot, this guy is made with a storm welt, a grippy Vibram Kletterlift sole, it's 8 inches high, and it's lined with shearling. Also, it's just the best looking boot.

Pros: 8 inches high, lined with shearling, made with storm welt, grippy
Cons: Takes 3-4 weeks to be made

A dressy twist on the side zip boot design, Allen Edmonds' boot is made with gorgeous Chromexcel leather but it's extra functional: it comes with a storm welt and it's fully lined with shearling.

Pros: Pretty dressy, classic leather, lined with shearling
Cons: Not very grippy

This one takes anywhere from 12 to 20 weeks to be made, so it's not ideal for a lot of guys, but it makes up for it with the option of 400 grams of Thinsulate, plus it comes with a unique double vamp for extra water resistance.

Pros: Double vamp for water resistance, insulated, Aspen Gumlite sole
Cons: Can take up to 5 months

Everything here can be customized, and to make the best boots for winter, I'd pick a 7-inch tall Hendrik with Thinsulate and a Vibram Raptor sole. If you keep everything else pretty basic the cost is $678, plus you can customize the thread color, every piece of leather, the works.

Pros: Fully customizable, can have 400g Thinsulate and Vibram Raptor sole
Cons: Takes 12 weeks to be made

Viberg suggested this as their best winter boot: it's lined with Thinsulate, it's got extra volume for thick socks/liners, and super water resistant.

Pros: Single piece of leather, water resistant split welt, extra volume for liners
Cons: Not the grippiest sole

The fanciest shoe company that makes James Bond's oxfords, this is ultra dressy, comes with a suede collar for warmth, looks beautiful, and is very water resistant.

Pros: Waterproof waxed leather, grippy, storm welt
Cons: Expensive, not insulated

00:00 Intro
01:07 Best Value Winter Boot: Thursday Boot Company Legend
02:14 Thursday Boot Company's Explorer
02:33 Best Lined Winter Boot: Meermin 114787 Softcalf E
03:22 Best Red Wing Winter Boot: The Sawmill
04:26 Best Boot for Ice: Vemodalen Design Saint Denis - Duotöne
05:26 Best Looking Winter Boot: Rancourt Freeman
06:24 Best Side Zip Winter Boot: Allen Edmonds Himalaya
07:21 Best Moc Toe for Winter: Russell Double Vamp Birdshooter
08:03 Best Custom Winter Boot: Wesco Hendrik
08:57 Best Viberg Winter Boot: Hiker Fog Waxed Veldt
10:08 Best Luxury Winter Boot: Crockett & Jones Ross

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[shane]

Nice pistol squat Nick! My creaky knees would have burst attempting those!

[Stridewise]

These are ordered by price, lowest to highest! The criteria were Goodyear welted, full grain leather boots with extra function for winter: grip, water resistance, insulation, etc. Links in the description.

[fullmetalroyal]

I might have thrown blundstones or jim green in this list but I forgot the rest of the title was "that actually look good" lol still love my greens tho!

[djswany]

I'd be very interested in your review in April. How these boots held up to multiple cleanings, treatment, salt etc.

As always thanks for the video.

[frankb]

Thanks for showing us all these options Nick. Your extensive research really shows in this one. I am hoping for a warm winter but we have already had snow in Boston.

[TuanAnhNguyen-ejug]

I'm looking forward to you to review Thursday boot white sneaker 😍

[RodneyPerolina]

will there be a review on the Thursday Boots Legend from you in the near future? I haven't seen one on YouTube yet

[SeptienPatterson]

My man cleaned up the pros and cons onscreen! Fancy!

[JonathanGrandt]

I’d like to see some reviews on overland boots.

[roskes]

Damn it, now I will have to buy the Ross. Great video!!

[ForTheLoveOfSuits]

Hi NIck, excellent idea and a great list. The Crocket & Jones look fantastic.

[CS]

Pajar's Thomas G is pretty decent for the price. Made in Montréal, Canada. Features a pretty cool hinged "ice gripper" cleat that can be put away when not on iced surfaces. Best grip of any boot with the style you are going for but not the prettiest of them all by any means.

[gboy]

Found you from your collab with Rose Anvil! Love your channel!

[pvalentinep]

Rancourts and the AE's looks the nicest and most comfortable!

[davidjohnston]

The ariat turbo chelsea is a little cheaper than the thursday if not the same price. And they are more water resistant and have a carbon toe

[RyanFeeley]

Great work Nick! I’ve been looking forward to a video like this for years. I am ashamed that there aren’t more Canadian manufacturers on this list. We know snow! We should own this boot category.

[MyPointofPew]

So far, I've had such great luck with Timberlands - Britton Hill and another version, both discontinued of course. Both lasted over 5 years, and the only reason I retired them is because they are waterproof and insulated and my feet sweat like crazy. It's hard to find good looking boots, that aren't insulated (which I'll suddenly want when it is cold again) that are truly waterproof

[HandballMr]

Phenomenal list and great research!! I kind of missed the Danner Mountain Light. Such a classic boot and perfect for the colder months. ;)

[nasaspacemanwho]

Came across your video after looking for some new snow boots that can handle ice. its almost 3am. Man really enjoying your channel. Looking at boots now with vibram artic grip. BTW have you come across DOLOMITE 54 WARM 2 WP SHOE? Stay awesome.

[georgeb.wolffsohn]

For $700.00 I want someone to CARRY ME through the rain and snow.
I guess I'm just cheap.