Great moccasins!

Russell’s run deep in my family’s bloodline, 3 generations of avid hunters and outdoorsmen, I was given my 1st pair of RM at the age of 13 and wore them for 5-6 years before outgrowing them and I passed them to my cousin, so onto these, I bought these to do the Thunderdome Patina challenge and to also have a new pair of backcountry’s, these boots last years, even decades, that all depends on how hard you are on boots, of course you’ll have ppl talk bad about certain things, these are not work boots, so of course using them as one they are not gonna last 10 years, me using them for what I do, and I’m not easy on boots these will last 3-5 years before I need a new resole, in Russell Moccasin the most important part is getting your sizing perfect, then you’ll experience why long term customers brag about this boot…

Day 3 of owning them. I got a 8/D, I'm usually an 8.5D/E in all my leather footwear. These fit a little snug on the sides but otherwise perfect. Should be fine once they're broken in.
If you plan on using these with thick, full weight (wool) socks, i do recommend going true to Brannock. I've found it's a bit harder than usual to find info on how these fit. So if recommend going half a size down if your feet are wide, or a full size if they're narrow. Hope this info helps

With regards to the actual boots themselves. On first impression they definitely live up to the hype regarding look & feel. They feel as premium as my Whites; though not as solid, because of the way they're built, obviously, but definitely just as premium.

Laces so feel premium but are a bit skinny, they feel solid too but idk if their thickness will withstand wear and tear as well as thicker laces. I guess we'll see over time.
A bit long too.

They look amazing

Amazing, genuinely amazing. I personally found that they fit my feet perfectly when I installed the insoles that ship with the boots. They recommend sizing down half of a size. I personally didn’t do that, I wear a 10 but I have a wide foot. I would buy more in the future.

These are my first pair of Russell Moccasins boots. Great fit, great workmanship and a tremendous Boot. I went with the Pecos Chamois Leather with the Vibram Oxford soles through a custom build and couldn’t be happier about the choice. So far, I have found them to be totally waterproof as I’ve been walking through streams without any leaks.

The quintessential Russell Moccasin. Walnut Timberjack leather: trademark color, scuff-resistant—rub it, they disappear. Make sure they fit over thicker socks, these are meant for weather, though I'll wear them with shorts in heat. I quickly tradesman-lace them (https://youtube.com/shorts/nHir6IJCX-M?si=5LVturly13Gco2E3) since they have speed hooks. Roccia sole, classic: sturdy/pliable at the same time. Comfort? Oh, yeah. These are handmade. Bottom-up true moccasin build works as advertised: supportive, sock-like, almost cushioned-feeling because they flex. Overlap stitch and double-vamp: ingeniously watertight. Stiffer than the Safari due to leather quarters vs. canvas twill, but not truly stiff. RMs are the most comfortable footwear I know, sneakers included—only more durable, more reliable. Don't need cushion or air, they perform through form and execution. They also evoke pride, because I don't know any equal. I do know I have the best shoes in the room.

This is my second pair of Russell’s after owning the. Backcountry. These are much lighter and much more wearable everyday especially during the summer months. I am a contractor and I am always walking through wet grass early in the day so I appreciate the double vamp. If I were to order these through the heritage club I would have probably specified the 360 sole but I am super impressed by the comfort of the 2060. I just don’t think it will be durable enough for the long haul. Luckily it is easy enough to have them resoled.

Like a lot of you, I obsess over content that features the “best” of something, and these are no exception. They top a lot of lists. Now that I’ve had them for a little over a month, and worn them almost every day- even in our hot southwest climate, I’m on the bandwagon. The leather is truly different- extremely supple but thick and strong and I’ve had no issues walking for miles and doing hard labor in them. All of this said- they aren’t kidding about getting your size correct. I wear a 12 running shoe, my brannock size is 11.5, and I am wearing a 10.5 backcountry. I thought they were crazy recommending such a small size, but trust them. Once you get the correct size you really will be happy. They are worth the wait.

Beautiful materials, construction, fit, comfort. Top choice for this type of moccasin. Thank you.

Everyone ordering, do please get your size measured by a Brannock device and a qualified person to use it. Placing my order was easy, communication towards the end of the build cycle was quick and clear. The boots themselves are amazing. The quality is exactly what I expected and while I have not yet worn them much they are already comfortable and very water proof in rain and extremely wet tall grasses. Could not recommend more, you get what you pay for and these are as good as it gets.

Quite simply the finest made boots I own and the most comfortable. Half size down from brannok ended up being just about perfect fit, but a word of advice don't try to make a too small Russell boot work. It is 1000% worth it to make sure you get the right size.

I love the comfort, stability, outstanding craftsmanship and customer service.

Best moccasin ever made. Pure American craftsmanship.

I’ve worn boots for most of my adult life. Military boots, work boots, expensive boots. I thought I understood footwear. I was wrong.

The moment I slipped my foot into these Russell Backcountry boots, something changed. The leather gently grabbed my sock, my heel descended into its rightful place, and suddenly the wind shifted. The birds stopped singing. Somewhere in the distance, a wolf raised its head.

Then the spirits of the forest whispered, “We’ve been waiting for you.”

I stood motionless, overwhelmed by the realization that I had not purchased boots. I had been chosen by them.

The leather feels like it was personally selected by an ancient woodland council. Every stitch appears to have been placed by a craftsman operating under divine supervision. The fit is so natural that I briefly questioned whether Russell had obtained a mold of my feet without my knowledge.

Walking in them is extraordinary. The earth doesn’t resist my footsteps. It welcomes them. Rocks move aside. Trees nod respectfully. I made eye contact with a squirrel yesterday, and I’m fairly certain it bowed.

My wife asked why I was standing silently in the hallway wearing boots.

I told her I was listening to the land.

She has concerns.

Five stars. I would give them six, but apparently modern civilization isn’t ready for that.

The leather caught my sock, my heel fell into place, and the wind shifted. Birds went silent. The spirits of the forest softly whispered, “We’ve been waiting for you.” I haven’t worn boots since. I’ve worn a sacred covenant with the earth. My wife is concerned. The squirrels now address me as Lord Backcountry. Five stars.