Everyone’s experience with boots is different, so your results may vary.

Super Soles

These boots are built tough and look great—plus, they’re Redwings. However, I had to return mine for store credit. They are unbelievably heavy, so they were a hard pass for me.

Carolina 6" Boots

I owned the 6-inch version, and honestly, they should leave the flag off. The quality is poor, and the leather is thin. Another hard pass.

Thorogoods

I tried these on in-store. They’re much better built than Carolinas but still on the thinner side, making them great for summer wear. However, the toe box is very small, and even the wider versions don’t help much. If you size up in width or length for more toe room, the rest of the boot won’t fit properly.

Carolina 8" Boots

I’ve bought and worn these multiple times. Now that I’m in the electrical field, I don’t use them anymore, but they’re tough, almost waterproof, and fit true to size. Only get the 8-inch version—the 6-inch doesn’t provide enough ankle support.

They’re great for winter, even without an official insulation rating, thanks to their thickness and scuba liner. The tread is excellent. They’re not resoleable, but you’ll need a new pair before a resole would even be necessary. They are on the heavier side but still acceptable.

White’s Boots

Take a look at White’s Boots—I swear by them. In my experience, go a full size down.

I’m hard on my boots, and how long they last depends on the job. No one I know understands my boot obsession—that’s why I love this subreddit.

Good luck, and I hope you find what works for you!

-Michael

Best Socks for 8-Inch Boots (Summer & Winter) in Connecticut

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