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Arctic No. 1 - Black

Regular price$649.99 Sale price $599.99 Save $50.00
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The heavy-weight champion of winter boots

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
11 Reviews
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Exchanges & Returns

30-Day Money Back Guarantee!

Clean boots are returnable boots. Standard AND Custom Boot styles can be returned or exchanged within 30 days of the delivery date if they are in new condition, without having been worn outside.

If you wish to return/exchange custom boots, the amount of the boots will be refunded or issued to store credit minus the "build fee" due to its one-of-a-kind nature. Learn More

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
Based on 11 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 8 Total 4 star reviews: 2 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
91%would recommend these products
11 reviews
  • Stephen N.
    Verified Buyer
    Arctic No. 1 - Brown
    Reviewing
    Arctic No. 1 - Brown
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 45 - 54
    Weekly hrs spent in boots 50-60
    Occupation Carpentry
    What I love about JK Quality Craftsmanship, Comfort, Durability, Attention to Detail, Old World Craftsmanship
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    Ready for Cold Weather

    Took advantage of the cooler temperatures and have worn them 4 days. Easy break in. Hiked each evening and after the first 2 days nice and comfortable. They are 3 ounces heavier than my 8 in bisons but feel lighter. Definitely more nimble. Heats returning so into the closet for a few months.

  • Clayton B.
    Verified Buyer
    Custom Arctic
    Reviewing
    Custom Arctic
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Too Pretty to use for work.

    This is my second pair of JK’s first Bison. The leather is Thicc compared to my Superduty in regular work leather along with the Arctic 2 insulation its been a beast to break in. The first day I wore them all day at work felt great no leakage stayed warm no pinching great snow traction. Second day oh boy had to swap out for my Superduty and use these as around the house and going to town shoes but after a week of that they are feeling much better. The low heel was strange at first but equally as comfortable as the standard high heel Superduty not as much arch support but enough even with flat feet. The White X sole might be my new favorite over the Honey sole for year round use time will tell though. These are also physically larger due to the insulation but fit the same if you have had a custom pair before the fit is exactly as expected.

  • Corbett C.
    Verified Buyer
    Arctic No. 1 - Black
    Reviewing
    Arctic No. 1 - Black
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 45 - 54
    Weekly hrs spent in boots 60+
    Occupation Other
    What I love about JK Made in USA, Old World Craftsmanship, Customer Service, Ordering Process, Quality Craftsmanship
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    Perfect boots

    These boots are put together perfectly, fit and finish are amazing. Thank you to Tim and Jarod for your time helping me with sizing, you all should be very proud of your work as I am proud to be wearing them.

  • jeff m.
    Verified Buyer
    Arctic No. 1 - Black
    Reviewing
    Arctic No. 1 - Black
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 55 - 64
    Weekly hrs spent in boots 50-60
    Occupation Forestry
    What I love about JK Quality Craftsmanship, Customer Service, Comfort, Made in USA, Attention to Detail
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Jeff M.

    Been wearing handmade logger/wildland fire boots for 36 years and FINALLY purchased an insulated pair. Have tried numerous other insulated boots when the cold and snow arrives but always miss my handmade loggers and can't wait until warmer weather and getting back to wearing a comfortable pair of boots. My feet and lower back really notice the difference. Not my issue anymore! There is always a break in period with new handmade boots, so as they say, "trust the process". I saw these on the JK's site and they were on the shelf and seemed to be the correct size since I wanted to wear an insole in my boots for added warmth. Shout to to Cory at JK's as he was awesome to talk with and assisted in determining info about the Arctic No. 1 and if the size in stock may work for me. Only reason for 4 stars and not 5 is that I have not had the opportunity to try them in cold and snow yet. Have put some break in miles on them and so far so good but too warm to wear for every day use for now. My only regret is that I waited this long to purchase a pair of handmade insulated boots!!!

  • Jon T.
    Verified Buyer
    Custom Arctic
    Reviewing
    Custom Arctic
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Mr Jon Taylor

    An exceptional boot,wore only 5 days to start the break in. Extremely comfortable with all the insulation, like wearing slippers to me. Can't wait for it to get cold and give them a real test under bitter conditions in the NEK of Vermont.

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