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Before you start reading our Wolverine boots reviews, you should know that they have been in the business of making quality work boots for 137 years.
Their motto is “Strong Soles for Sturdy Shoulders” which reflects what the company makes for its customers. Engineered for comfort and highly durable, Wolverine strives to deliver premium work boots for men and women at an affordable cost.
Wolverine boots are a top brand name in work boots, and they have made it to our list of the best.
Best Wolverine Boots
Wolverine Steel Toe Raider Boot
The men’s Steel Toe Raider Boot has classic style, premium leather and long-lasting comfort.
Wolverine MultiShox technology responds to the way you move with individual compression pads across the outsole that absorb shock and return energy in each step, providing maximum comfort all day long.
Pros
- STM F2413-18 M I/75 C/75 EH rated steel toe
- Full grain leather upper and Wolverine MultiShox® rubber lug outsole that is slip, oil and abrasion resistant
- Wolverine MultiShox® removable full-cushion insole and advanced comfort PU midsole
- Moisture managing mesh lining and Comfort Flex arch
- Wolverine ContourWelt® construction engineered for flexibility
Cons
- Some complain that it runs narrow. Fortunately, it’s available in wide widths!
Wolverine Buccaneer Boot
This flexible, lightweight, waterproofed Buccaneer Boot for men is designed for movement. Stay comfortable with thick cushioning in the footbed and padded collar.
A 6” lace-up leather shaft keeps your ankle supported while the mesh lining manages moisture content. The outer portion of the boot is constructed with smooth, full grain leather with a rounded toe.
Pros
- The Wolverine Buccaneer is completely waterproof, which is essential for an individual who works outdoors. Not only do your feet stay dry, they also remain warm in colder temperatures.
- Excellent support for feet and ankles, after the initial break in the boot, fits like it was made specifically for you.
- These boots are created for long wear and walking. Feet are kept comfortable from the thick cushioning, alleviating any pressure or shock from continuous movement.
Cons
- Break in time takes a little longer than expected, however very comfortable after that initial time. Plus, Wolverine offers a 30-day comfort guarantee, and will offer you a full refund if you find these boots aren’t right for you.
- These boots are not made for ice and snow, however, they are sufficient for wet and cold weather conditions
- Laces tend to break easily; this probably can be prevented by tightening boot from the bottom up.
Wolverine Durashock SR Boot
The Durashock SR boot is as tough as they come for a work boot. They offer every aspect needed to feel confident on the job knowing these boots are designed to keep you safe.
The advanced slip-resistant tread keeps you secure on your feet even in wet conditions. A polyurethane outsole resists stains such as oil.
Plus, the leather upper keeps water out but allows your feet to breath, keeping them comfortable and dry. Absorbing four times the shock force as rubber, but lighter by 1/3, the removable dual-density, polymer footbed is an added comfort.
Pros
- The tread on the Durashock SR boot is designed to divert water away, allowing for greater traction by gripping to surfaces and avoiding slips and falls in wet environments
- Extremely comfortable, fit like a glove and is more like wearing slippers than boots
- Tough and durable, they last a long time even when tested in extreme working conditions
Cons
- There was only one issue that we could find with these boots, they are not waterproof just water resistant. However, waterproofing applications could help with this.
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Wolverine boots rock! They are comfortable, affordable, durable, and customer service is premo!
I have no association with Wolverine except being their customer …for life, now. Thank you Wolverine.
Don Wooley
Lawton, OK
Have purchased several pairs of Wolverine work boots over my 35 years in construction and have always loved them. Thank you for a great product that feels great the moment I put them on.
Wolverine boots with durashock soles have Hydrolysis issues. They crumble and fall apart.
Hydrolysis affects the polyurethane soles of many boots these days. Polyurethane is a great sole material since it is lightweight, flexible, shock absorbent, and hard wearing. Unfortunately, it deteriorates with age. Be sure to always put your boots away dry since that can speed up the aging process.
Wolverine Buccaneers I’d bought about 5-6 yrsback were so comfortable, I’d wear them even when I wasn’t working. More comfortable than my $120 sneakers. They endured quite a bit of punishment, till after an abusive 3 1/2 yrs they fell apart, love wolverine boots
I really like both my pairs of wolverine boots, however I am disappointed that my older pair is falling apart. They have been used occasionally for about 8 years. They are splitting at the back seam despite the leather being nearly perfect. My “cheap” carhart boots from the hardware store lasted longer…
8 years is a long time to keep a pair of boots! A lot of it depends on the method used to bind the boot to the sole and sole material.
I bought my boots over five years ago. The heel broke so I put them away. Bought another pair so didn’t use them for years. I decided to paint my fence today and take out some old boots. When I took out these Wolverines and started to walk the hill started to disintegrate is that normal after five years with your boots? I have pictures if you like.
Unfortunately, this is a common problem with Polyurethane soles called hydrolysis. We talk about what causes it and how to prevent it in a Facebook post here:
https://www.facebook.com/bootratings/posts/458100181771201
Bought 2 pair. Very comfortable but lasted 6 months and the second different model look terrible after 1 month.
Wolverine Boot claims over 130 years of quality . That used to be true . I have a pair of 150 dollar wolverine boots . The boot is actually a pair that the company sent to me as a replacement pair . The reason they sent this replacement pair is because the soles actually rotted on the pair they replaced after hardly being worn . Now after two years , yep , two years the soles on this replacement pair have rotted and breaking up . Come on these are wolverine boots ! I wear these boots four to five days a week and five to six hours a day , around the farm and they are not abused , just used . The best they could do is give an offer of thirty percent off on a new pair to replace them . That is still 105 bucks for poor quality . Why would I do that when I have seen the poor quality soles first hand ? Why would I do that when I can go and get a pair of china made boots , very near the looks to the wolverine boot and will last just as long . Then after the sole dies , I can go back and purchase another pair and still be ahead . I hate your poor quality at unreal prices . People , if you want quality boots , I just can not recommend wolverine . They just ain’t what they used to be and they can’t afford to back them .
There are only a handful of Wolverine boots that are still made in the USA, including their “1000 Mile” collection. All of the rest are made in China. If you prefer only USA-made and higher quality, check out boots from Bates, Belleville, Keen, and Thorogood.
I have purchased 5 pairs of Wolverine boots in the last 6 years and so has my son. They all do well except for one thing with every pair for both of us. The soles end up splitting within a year to a year and a half regardless of what they are used for. My son wears them in a dry environment at work and only at work. The present pair I have are less than a year and a half old and I am pitching them today because they leak due to the soles absolutely falling apart. 4 places on the left boot and 5 on the right. It’s a shame, because I really do like the boot otherwise and so does my son. He has purchased 4 pair in the last 5 years with the same results. Wishing that Wolverine could come up with a better sole. I would purchase them exclusively
Yes – more and more companies are changing the outsole material to be more comfortable, but they don’t last as long. This is especially true if they get wet and are stored damp.
Wolverine Buccaneer vs Raider are from the same classic line of top-quality boots from America. Most of their editions are manufactured with the finest leather, making them the best for heavy duties. Of course, each series has its strength and unique features, yet they share some similarities. So, it is hard to make a comment which one is better.