I need help with combat boots

[dfmacliam]

I would locate a military surplus store, they seem to be everywhere, get some good used military issued boots at a very reasonable price. I bought some recently for a veterans function and I plan to wear them with my kilt also.

[george7]

The best combat boots (if you don't need waterproof boots) is the Corcoran 10" Marauder! I've been wearing these since I got out of basic. I've got two pair, one in black and one in suede. Very comfortable, lightweight, plenty of support, and keeps you feet cool.

[Old Hippie]

The best combat boots (if you don't need waterproof boots) is the Corcoran 10" Marauder!

I still wear a pair of Corcoran Original Jump Boots I bought in...wow, was it that long ago? ... 1981.

Man, I'm gettin' old.

Buff 'em up with Lincoln Black Wax...that smell really takes me back.

:ootd:

[woodchuck2000]

I go to secont hand stores but it might be easer for me because i live next to the biggest army base on the west coast

[horseshoehank]

you can also try Hot Topic in your local mall...look for New Rock brand...

Chuck

[Fit2BKilted]

I'm in the market for some combat boots to wear with my kilts on weekends and also to wear when the weather turns lousy, like today.

I'm finding lot of black leather GI-style combat boots for $40-$50. That would fit the bill nicely. Problem is, I'm just 5-8. I'm concerned the classic 10" combat boot will go too far up my leg and my hose will get lost.

The only 8" boots I'm seeing are a combination of leather and canvas/nylon, and I'd really prefer leather. I just think they look cooler.

Questions:

1) Am I wrong about the boots? Should I even be worried about hose?

2) Does anyone know of a website with black leather 8" boots? Google isn't as helpful as I might like.

For a really good selection of Combat Boots, check out US Cavalry... Maybe they've gone down-hill in the last 15 years; but, the last time I checked most of their catalog was devoted to combat boots of every description: I can't imagine your not finding something to fit the bill from them.

Good Luck!

[socalferg]

Have a look here to see if anything fits the bill for you:
http://www.militaryclothing.com/default.asp

Also check Doc Martens USA store:
http://www.dmusastore.com/

For reference, when I wear a higher boot I do not worry about going to the knee with hose. Usually just scrunch the hose at the top of the boot or wear appropriate socks for the boot height.

[Colonel MacNeal]

I wore combat boots with my kilt - once. I decided that I looked a right prat, and have never done it again.

[J.B. Simpson]

I personally like the 5.11 Tactical boots. I bought a pair of zippered ones to wear for EMS calls, and forgot that they were only for EMS............I wear them all the time. Lightweight and comfortable. A little pricey, but once you wear them you won't mind the cost.

[Steve53]

Yeah for corcoran! I've still got (and even occasionally wear) the only pair I ever bought... 1977, I was stationed at Andrews AFB, MD, and bought them at the Cameron Station, VA PX... Nearly $100 then.

Sadly, they just don't seem to be what they were then... I did hear that they got bought by another boot company, though.

Steve