What Makes Bison Leather Special? JK Boots Customers Share Their Experience
Not all leather is created equal, and customers who've tried bison leather tend to agree there's nothing quite like it. Soft enough to skip the painful break-in period most boots put you through, but tough enough to hold up to rugged environments and hard work. These ten verified buyers share what makes JK Boots bison leather worth every penny.
1. “Money I should have spent years ago!“
"I researched and watched reviews for 3 years before buying these boots due to the price and finally one day I said “***** it they’ve got to be worth a try!”
I am a bit of a boot junkie, I rotated 3 pairs of Thorogood boots for work along with multiple different cowboy boots, none of them a cheap boot! I believe if you’re going to spend 12-14 hours a day on your feet you should spend the money on good boots. That being said, I work in excavation, and after a days work my feet would always be sore. That’s why I decided to pull the trigger on JK boots after numerous reviews stating their comfort.
After Two weeks of 12-14 hours a day of hard labor on these Bison Superduty boots i will be a life long customer! My feet actually feel rejuvenated, no more sore feet at the end of the day! There was literally no break in, as the bison leather is soft and malleable, but super strong, the ankle support is very sturdy, and the arch support is awesome! I’ve had no experience of hot spots, or any bit of discomfort. The weight of the boots is comparable to the thorogood boots I already had, and they’ve been water tight so far!
If you’ve been looking into these boots and the price is what’s hanging you up, just spend the money! They are worth it, your feet deserve it! The quality is great, the craftsmanship is excellent, they are made here in America, by Americans! What more could you ask for?
Thank you to the folks at JK for doing what you do, and making a boot that I really don’t want to take off my feet! Already looking forward to my next pair!!"
★★★★★ Eugene C. | Verified Buyer - Honey Bison Owner
2. “Most comfortable right from the beginning.“
"The first time I pulled them on I could tell this leather was something special. Soo soft. Like your wool socks fell when you lace them up. I did not have any break in and worked all day. Not the same as the logger. You can put them on all day and go."
★★★★★ Edwin C. | Verified Buyer - O.T. Bison Owner
3. “Look great and feel great!“
"I bought these for my son for Christmas and he absolutely loves them. They look amazing and he loves the way they feel. He has an excavation business and goes through a lot of boots. He said these are the best quality and best wearing boots he's had. Thank you for making exceptional products!"
★★★★★ Tina L. | Verified Buyer - O.T. Bison Owner
4. “Great boots“
"Really enjoy the boots. They were comfortable right out of the box. I attribute that to the bison leather. I didn't really need to break them in at all. I did give them a coat of boot oil after the first week, but none since then. The leather flexes and moves with my ankles well. I don't experience any hot spots unless I stand in one place for a while. I work on concrete floors, so take that into consideration. I think I prefer the wedge sole on these boots over a heeled sole. The wedge seems more comfortable. Overall, I'm happy with the boots and I would recommend them."
★★★★★ Elizabeth B. | Verified Buyer - Forefront Bison Owner
5. “Works of art“
"Best boots I’ve ever seen. Can’t stop looking at them. Wonderful customer service. Sizing is easy and exact. I live in the UK and had to work out my size and then translate it into UK sizing. Still found it easy to do. They arrived when I was told they would and the quality control was spot on. People who love moaning have the loudest voice. Don’t believe the negative reviews. These boots are INCREDIBLE and the company does itself proud. I’ve bought a second pair and they’re perfect too. Keep it up JK Boots"
★★★★★ Paul H. | Verified Buyer - O.T. Bison Owner
6. “Great so far!“
"Just got my first pair of JK's and I'm pretty happy so far! I followed sizing instructions and measured wearing wool socks, and it was spot on. My Brannock size was a 12.5 and I measured 11" around the foot and a 11.5 EEE was right on. If anything, I could go up one step in width if I were only wearing them with heavy wool socks, but as it stands, these should break in nicely.
Im blown away by the color on these boots. At first glance they may seem brown, but the crimson hues are beautiful, and the texture of the bison is great. They feel nice and stable under foot.
I wore them for a few hours around the house before deciding to keep them, My first outing was about a two mile hike out into the woods here in New England. They did not disappoint. So far I'm very happy with these boots."
★★★★★ Jacob B. | Verified Buyer - O.T. Bison Owner
7. “Love some Bison leather“
"found some abandoned bison superduty. love the softness of the leather and the break in will be very easy. next pair will be in bison ot's, hopefully jk will have more leather color options in all leathers :)"
★★★★★ SUN S. | Verified Buyer - Superduty Bison Owner
8. “"Killer" Boots“
"I love these boots. I purchased them because I usually love any collaboration Rose Anvil does with PNW boots, and I was in the market for a new hiking/casual boot. With the honey Vibram soles and soft bison uppers, I decided to pull the trigger. When they arrived, the Bear Slayer tag got me so excited to wear them out and I couldn't stop telling people about how my boots were made of bison that looked like bear fur and that they were called "bear slayers." After wearing them for a few weeks, my appreciation has only increased, as they are lighter in comparison to my other PNW boots and much more flexible, which were the exact marketing points Weston from Rose Anvil mentioned in his promotional videos. Every aspect of this boot is different in a way that sets it apart from others, and specifically because of the unusually thick nap of the bison flesh out, they always get compliments. 10/10 would buy again."
★★★★★ Graham G. | Verified Buyer - Bear Slayer Owner
9. “Ultimate work boots“
"I have been wearing my Bison Superduty boots for about a month now. These are without a doubt the best boots that I have ever owned. The build quality and materials are second to none. I work on vehicles daily, and work around my ranch out in the high desert of California, while not the PNW, we do have a harsh dry climate that wears things out quickly. These boots have excelled for outdoor work and being out on the trail.
They are not as comfortable when being used on hard concrete surfaces, but still work well around the shop.
As far as sizing goes, the JK sizing guide worked perfect for me. I am a 10.5EE in a ****** Perry, 11EE in Red Wing Moc Toe, & tennis shoes. JK sizing has me in a 10EEE, and this fits perfect."
★★★★★ JASON C. | Verified Buyer - Superduty Bison Owner
10. “Honey Bison“
"Great fit and the easiest break in of any boots I’ve owned, 1 week in them and absolutely no complaints. Straight from the box into the woods and couldn’t be more pleased!! Highly recommend the bison!!"
★★★★★ Chris K. | Verified Buyer - Honey Bison Owner
For these customers that are putting in 12-hour shifts or heading straight into the woods with boots right out of the box, bison leather consistently gives something most of them aren't expecting. Equal amounts of comfort and toughness. The softness that makes break-in nearly painless is the same leather that holds up to harsh weather, hard labor, and years of heavy use. When you add in the unique texture and colors that draw compliments, it's easy to see why customer who try bison leather quickly fall in love with it. Want to read more? Browse additional verified JK Boots reviews below to see what other customers have to say.
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