Russian Army VKPO (VKBO) Winter Leather Boots Black

These are really great boots for the worst of winter. Deep snow, below freezing temps, they keep my feet nice and warm. They also have pretty good traction on ice, definitely makes them a solid pair of winter boots. They're made very well, and can fit snug and be stiff on your ankle, but that can be relieved by loosening the laces.

By far the best winter boots I have ever worn. Warm, comfortable, excellent traction. The quality and craftsmanship are superior to the Chinese-made American name brands that sell for much higher prices.

These boots were shipped fast and arrived two days earlier than predicted so very cool.

The actual boots seem to be a combination of a more standard military boot and mountain boots.
There is a protective rubber like material covering the toe box and it goes all the way around the boot to the heal. This is something seriously lacking on the US issue gear.
The boots upper is a sturdy leather that looks to be treated for water resistance.
Not to fret as there is a gortex type liner on the inside to make sure your good.
Living here in the mitten state it will be a little while before I can give them a good once over in the snow.
But judging by the other reviewers that live much farther and colder north than I do I see no issues with these.

I may switch the laces out but I tend to use 550 cord laces for everything.

Solid 5/5 for me right now.

These boots are Simply the best winter boots ever! I wore mine last year In N.B Canada and they were very Warm, comfortable, lightweight and exceptional ice traction. (you might want extra laces because they are 100% brand new and have to create tounge folds by pressing & tightining them over time) Just about to buy the summer ones!

There still kicking! Have wore them every day since I got them. I live in Alaska, in the mountains on the coast. Since I have had these boots, I have climbed several mountains, crossed numerous rivers, swam in the ocean and hiked 20 to 30 miles a day. They have never gotten wet on inside . (as long as I kept the tops out of water. Hasn't been possible some times.) I've had no break in problems. Fit good from the start. An there still going. Will give another review end of season, let you know how they did. ....Jim