Whats The Best Boot

[greg64 3,109]

On 20/01/2026 at 11:54, mitre said:

Would not be surprised doc Martine's are made out in China now been a while it's cheaper to make out there and still charge for them

the still do a made in England line

[mackem 31,381]

On 20/01/2026 at 04:54, tatsblisters said:

Seen a comment on social media from a chap who owns and runs a country outdoor clothing unit near me and he reckons the Crispi boots are now made in China. 

Did a bit of research tats "Some component parts" for Crispi are made in China and Romania,I am guessing that could be the laces or the speed hooks?I had solid ice on both boots the other week,kicked them against a rock to break it off,warm feet always even when out in snow and ice daily,I think they are incredibly well made.

[tatsblisters 11,331]

On 01/02/2026 at 00:10, mackem said:

Did a bit of research tats "Some component parts" for Crispi are made in China and Romania,I am guessing that could be the laces or the speed hooks?I had solid ice on both boots the other week,kicked them against a rock to break it off,warm feet always even when out in snow and ice daily,I think they are incredibly well made.

Think I would need to try a pair on before buying a pair mate and from previous experience with Italian made boots they seem to be narrow for my feet. Been tempted to get another pair of the hanwag tatra wide and an outdoor shop in Wales called Crib Goch that's a good outdoor shop to deal with has them at a reduced price of £265 that's a bargain for a quality boot that I've found them to be.