Hey team, we have 22 slots still open. Once they are gone it's done! Just wanted you to know... I had thought we would go into next week, but I'm thinking it will sell out today.
Also, I want to thank you all for being so thorough about sizing. I'm anxious to see what the sizing returns look like ultimately. I'm banking on a low number given all the emails I've received.
Thanks! Rob
Looking to order my first pair of backcountry's but trying to decide on between walnut timberjack and cognac bison.
These will be an all around pair for me; casual everyday wear, general hiking, and travel boot (occasionally a nice meal when traveling). I have a pair timberjack knockaround boots and a bison pair of Nicks. So neither will be a first for the leather.
Any help is appreciated, I'm look forward to your feedback and opinions to help make a decision. Also if you have any photos of your wear with the bison or timberjack, feel free to post them.
Thanks!
Finally after a long waited 7 months! My boots are finally here and I couldn’t be happier with how they turned out, as far as I can see! No defects, crooked stitches or any signs of sloppiness from the people at RM which I am very happy for regarding all of the recent activity of the moderators/owners
immediately out of the box they fit me perfect, I was worried because I usually wear an E in any other heritage boot and thought i might be trying my luck with these, that wide tox box and last is perfect for my feet.
These were originally ordered in November, I should’ve had them a month and a half ago but unfortunately they failed inspection at the last stage so I waited about 3 weeks and woke up to the tracking number!
I’d like to thank Sheila and Rob for all he’s done with helping with customer service and making the months not so hard to watch go by.
Onto the boots. The leather here is very supple, factory oiling and greasing is perfect no defects, only small creases were the leather is pinched from the stitch in some areas, not too thin but not thick enough where it’s uncomfortable. I really couldn’t be happier with everything.
Only downside is that it seems there’s no laces that came with the shoes! So i will need to contact CS unless someone has a spare pair.
I really like my backcountry’s. Walnut Timberjack leather is a great leather. Soft and forms around my foot and ankle. I added some chocolate Bison kilties I had laying around and wearing my Camel City compression socks, helps for circulation.
Happy 4th of July everyone.
Sure didn’t take them long to sale out.
Did they stop making the Forester all together ?
I am actually a Forester in Northern California, that got my degree from UW-Stevens Point just up the road and just discovered this company.
I think it would be cool to get a pair.
I've been a Russell Moccasin customer for a long time and I've purchased quite a few boots from RM over the years and love everyone of them. Regarding the RM website, I have to be honest, I find the website confusing, even convoluted. . Under "Ready to wear" there are so many items that are listed as "Sold Out." If they're sold out, why do they appear here? Another topic I don't understand is collaborations. Case in point, "The Iron Snail All-Rounder is returning, Going Live July 3rd." The website states "Sold Out" already. So what does "Going Live July 3rd" mean?
I'm pretty new to Russell Moccasin. They were unknown to me up until about a year or two ago. I've got to say, I'm quite impressed with these Oneidas! They feel pretty good out of the box, but I can tell they're only going to get better as I wear them! I'll post another picture in a year or so to show the miles I've put on them🙌
Hey Everyone, occasionally we see people posting on here with issues about fit or construction, and while we certainly respect your right to vent, it's best if you reach out to me directly (at customerservice@russellmoccasin.com) as soon as absolutely possible so we can try to rectify the situation. If your boots or shoes don't fit, for whatever reason, let's deal with it. The chances are that if they are too big, they will remain too big, and if they are too small (with a slight exception) they will remain too small. So put them back in the box and shoot me an email. We know there was a significant gap in customer service response earlier this year, but we are busting our butts to make sure that that is no longer the case. However we can't help you if you don't let us know that you have an issue.
I will say, this one thing, and you will hear me continue to harp on it.... If you are going to order some Russells PLEASE make the effort to get sized on a brannock device, by a reputable shoe (not sneaker) store (wearing socks) and circle back to me with the size and width for both feet. If possible try to get pictures of your feet on the brannock. You can't base your size on what "custom" Russells show as their size, only those since we stopped the custom builds. Even if you are a well established client, it can't hurt to be measured, your feet will change! We really don't find any sizing issues when people have gotten on a brannock.... Almost every sizing return relates to folks using their "known size."
Thanks everyone!
Rob
Firstly, the build time was excellent for my order. Placed on May 19, 2026 and they arrived at my door June 30, so 6.5 weeks total. I plan in wearing these around the house and short trips around town to run errands.
Upon arrival, I was greeted with really good packaging and unboxing experience. I was not expecting these to have the amount of heft to them in hand. They "feel" substantial and expensive if that makes sense. The quality as well as fit an finish are nothing short of spectacular. There's not a single misaligned stitch or panel. The builder was on their A game for sure.
I went with a half size larger compared to my Big Cambos at a 12.5E. I had already decided I was going to supplement the extra room with a Rose Anvil boot breaker insole. I tested this theory already and they fit fantastic with a nice and semi snug fit.
I have a pair of Wassookeag bison mocs I bought before they closed their doors and the build quality are on different planets. The extra thick bullhide moulded sole on the RM feels like it can withstand ALOT more abuse by comparison.
Extremely happy with my order and to be apart of some serious heritage that has been held by the Oneida!
Good Morning, I have a question concerning how the Excalibur leather will mold to the wearers foot. I have experience with the Walnut Timberjack and found it to be quite comfortable as once it has warmed up to body temperature it just wraps around your feet. Specifically, I have a bunion and the Timberjack leather takes on the shape of my foot quite well. Does the Excalibur leather have the same or similar mailability properties?
I’m a bit of an in betweener. 12 in most sneakers.
11 E in higher arch white’s are just right. I also have a pair of RW iron rangers in 11.5 E that are very slightly too long but wearable and comfortable. I have a pair of RW Mocs that are 11 E that are the slightest bit tight even after break in, but again still comfortable enough to wear. I’m thinking 11.5 E for the oneidas but am also thinking maybe 11 is fine. Anyone have an opinion?
Planning on purchasing a premier build Zephyr in the near future. Trying to decide between the chocolate bison, cognac bison and the weathered oak. Website has limited photos and wanted to see if anyone had photos of the zephyr in these materials they could share.
just picked these up for right under $600. Always wanted a pair and couldn't resist. Appear to be worn once or twice at most.
I’ll keep this short and sweet. I have a daughter heading off to college in the fall, so I thought I would sell a few things I have not used and put it towards her education. As the title states these are brand new Russell Moccasin Gustin Bird Shooter Premier Build Boots in 10.5D. I had these built with Walnut Timberjack Leather and the Vibram Montagna Outsole.
If you are looking to or thinking about ordering these boots from Russell Moccasin, and don’t want to wait the 6-month lead-time, here you go. These are brand new and still in the box so the price is what I paid for them. I’m not open to offers.
Price: $930 plus shipping
Hey team, this is your opportunity to ask us about anything you need to know relating to the Iron Snail collab which will be dropping soon.
Also, we would VERY much like everyone interested in getting in on this to get measured on a brannock device at a reputable shoe store. More than 40% of our first time clients end up returning their footwear to us to exchange for a different (usually smaller) size. Given that we really won't be building these after the initial production is complete, you will have to wait for the next collab if want the same boot and mis-size yourself. By getting measured on a brannock and discussing with Rob at customerservice@russellmoccasin.com we can pretty much eliminate this opportunity for failure.
NB: by "getting measured on a brannock" We don't mean guessing based on your New Balance size, what you ordered in a White's six years ago, or using the Volumental system at Red Wing..... Go get measured on a brannock (see photo below) device by someone that knows how to use one. IF you don't have access to a place to do that, you can actually purchase a brannock on Amazon and have it tomorrow. Now.... What can we tell y'all?
I posted about these boots when they arrived a few weeks ago: Shrunken bison leather, Sierra Wedge sole. Broke these in walking around the neighborhood and on a few short day hikes. Just got back from a backpacking trip and have enough time on these for a proper review.
The short: Wow, I love these boots. For the first time in decades my feet didn't hurt after hiking all day. These are the best backpacking boots I've had the privilege to wear, and I've been doing this for 35 years.
Details: I used these on a 3 day 25 mile trek through the Sawtooth Mountains in Idaho. Very rocky trails. Early season conditions with snow covered passes, so spent time with Micro Spikes on. Lots of wet trails and stream crossings. The boots held up very well (picture is after brushing them clean). My feet stayed dry the entire trip. The Sierra Wedge plus layers of leather under foot provides just the right amount of support and squish for long days carrying heavy loads on rocky trails. If anyone from RM is reading this, I really hope you bring the Sierra Wedge back as a option in the future.
Negatives: Some of the stitching that holds the upper part of the inner vamp near the ankle came undone. Doesn't seem to affect performance, doesn't seem to be an issue structurally so I'm not worried about it. I may get it repaired at some point in the off season.
Overall, love these boots and am very happy with how these performed on the trail.
I have kind of skinny ankles but wide feet, so I may just be paranoid about whether or not these look too big haha.
They look beautiful though and I'd hate to have to wait another 5 months by swapping them
