O.T. Bison - Canyon

These boots have been on my feet daily for almost a year now. I am a fire sprinkler fitter in Vermont and through the job demand and my own work style, I am properly hard on my gear. These boots have taken everything and then asked for more! I went custom to accommodate my screwed up toes and to perform the way I want on the job. I am climbing up and down ladders, squeezing into weird spots, working on all manner of terrain and surfaces, even physically using them to hold up a length of 6” pipe in a chaseway off a ladder while my partner gripped it. They are absolutely another great tool in my arsenal to pipe sprinklers! I can’t recommend JK enough. I even experienced the phenomenal customer service when they originally showed up with a nail right through the footbed in the toe box. They handled it professionally and as quick as the mail system could go. I brush the construction crud off every other day and have oiled them 3 times so far, it doesn’t take much to take care of them to make them last. My feet are happy at the end of the day and I take great pride wearing a badass product made here in the U.S. by hardworking folks.

It’s been a month boots have held up good so far I split and sell firewood and also climb trees almost daily. The only problem I have is the inside arch of my right boot has a crease and starts to hurt the arch of my foot after a few hours. JK said they would fix them but it would take like 14 weeks so I just decided to keep wearing them cause it’s not the worst but it’s anoying. Pictures are the first day I got them and the second pic is a month later

From beginning to end, this has just been the best purchase I have ever made. The sizing guide helped me perfectly size my boot. Ordering was a breeze. Great communication throughout the process. Then when the boots arrived they were just perfect. Amazing fit, minimal break in and loved the instruction that easily explained what to do when you receive them and maintenance for them. Love the boot and love the company. THANK YOU JK BOOTS!!!!!

Wow! These boots are fantastic—but I do wish the finish was lighter, as shown in the photos. The leather in person leans more red/brown than the tannish shade I was hoping for. Additionally, some finer touches on the boot, especially around the sole, could be better executed.

That said, the leather is stunning—warm, dynamic, and impressive in both feel and appearance. Now, onto the big positives:

Zero break-in needed. These are the perfect hybrid work boots—rugged and tough yet flexible and mobile.

Balanced weight. Not too heavy, not too light—just right.

Bison leather is incredible. Soft, strong, and flexible, with a beautiful contrast from the white stitching.

Excellent traction. The honey sole handled snow well, and the leather stayed dry.

Soft toe comfort. I personally prefer a celastic toe for added protection, but the thick leather still provides decent padding.

Unique midsole stitching. It looks like a Goodyear welt with an extra row of stitch-down at the toe, which could make resoling easier down the road.

Potential for design improvements. I’d love to see the O.T. version with a small leather heel instead of the Vibram single sole—something like the ***** Overlander—to keep weight manageable while adding a more heritage look.

Areas for Improvement:

Finishing details. The sanding around the sole looks like it was done with 80 grit—rougher than expected. Not a deal breaker, but it makes the boot feel more rugged and unfinished than the polished look in the…