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I used to be addicted to mid-century combat boots. My first choice was always Jump-boots. Of course, I wouldn't jump off of a doghouse.




I'm not complaining; these boots served me well throughout high school, a little college, and life beyond. I feel adoration for this model boot, but times change.

My last pair were Tanker Boots:




Alas and alack, I decided to go with something more modern. With Boomershoot coming up and the quail hunting performed in the last several months, I decided I needed a post-Vietnam era boot.




These boots came in Friday. I've been trying to break them in and reconcile them with my existing wardrobe. I got tired of uncomfortable boots that really had no advantage over commercial offerings. The Altimas seem to have a very sturdy lower (i.e. sole, leather, etc.), while retaining a light-weight, breathable upper.

I can't make a recommendation yet, except if you need shoes, jump boots will not fail. Other than that, I hope to have the desert boots broken in within a month.