It’s a close one, but Blundstone wins due to having half sizes available. They mostly run true to size, though a bit on the big side. The Docs, unfortunately, do not come in half sizes at all.
When it comes to size it’s an overall length that affects the size of the boot. The extra insoles the boots come with can make the fit a bit snugger. With fitted clothes, either shoe can look just as good.īlundstones tend to fit somewhat on the loose side. The Blunds can kick it with slim-cut trousers. We’re assuming white-collar office job, business casual. Neither one is the best idea for a long-distance trek, but when it comes down to it, Blunnies manage to edge out. The Docs have good ankle support too but just aren’t up for long hikes. There’s some good ankle support, grippy treads and a cushiony footbed to absorb shock. Let’s call it even.īlundstones got stuff going in the hiking department. Docs are great for walking too, once you get them broken in. It looks like the Blunnies are getting a second wind!Īs said before, Blundstones are great for walking in, if you keep the pace moderate. Other than regular maintenance, no other treatment is needed. Their all-season leather is fully waterproof with oil-infused leather and seams that won’t let a drop go through. There is a line of completely waterproof Docs if that’s what you need.īlundstone was made to take on the unpredictable conditions of Tasmania. The classic 1460 may need to be treated with something before you go puddle jumping, however. The water resistance varies based on material as well as cut and shape. The Docs were born in the cold and damp of Germany, bred to be a lady’s gardening shoe but came of age in soggy Seattle. This one’s a close one, but in the end, DM edges out for having a line of sandals. They’ve also got the Chelsea boots that are also water repellent and anti-microbial. Blundstone’s got their Ultra Lightweight line that’s breathable and flexible. They even have a line of sandals if you prefer something more open. There’s also the lower cut Pressler canvas. The canvas Easons have a nice bit of ventilation going. Doc Marten wins by a TKO.ĭM has plenty of styles fit for summer. While Blunnies are popular with the Canucks, even the nicest of them will have to tell Blundstone to take off if they plan to stroll down an icy walk to get some Timmy’s. The Grip-Tex tread repels water so you don’t have to worry a bit about slipping. The uppers of the WinterGrip line are made out of Snowplow, a patented form of leather that won’t bend to grit or salt. And being winter-ready doesn’t begin and end with a grippy sole. The sole features grooved cleats that grip on and provide excellent traction on the iciest surfaces. It looks like this one’s a tie, no pun intended! No laces to trip over with Blunnies, but nothing to adjust the fit with either. But when it comes to serious hiking, the Blunnies start to lag. That eleven-and-a-half-ounce weight difference may be an advantage here. In come the Blunnies, super comfortable after less than a week of breaking in. They don’t become comfortable until at least a month or so of breaking in, which can get painful. For something so tough, they may be the most comfortable boots out there. The DM’s have a cushioned sole that makes it feel like walking on air. Greasy Kip leather has its uses, but it’s just one flavor. And the Napa and the Quilon and the suede and of course their signature Carpathian leather. You like the greasy leather? DM’s got the greasy leather. They can be cleaned with diluted vinegar and need to be conditioned with natural products. This is a durable leather infused with oils to make them super water repellent but still breathable.
Remember that fashion is fickle!īlundstones are made from a Greasy Kip Leather. It seems that Blundstone is the most popular, for now. However, according to GQ magazine, DM’s association with certain clothing styles makes them less versatile than the Blunds. The Classic 1460’s are still hot and popular among many people, but look out! In Canada, people have to put initials on their Blundstones so they don’t get mixed up at parties! Several well-known celebrities have been seen wearing the Blundstones.īut the champ isn’t down yet! Meanwhile, a few others were seen in DM’s.
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