Anyone tried the newer Danner Powderhorn boots?

[sbsyncro]

I've been wearing Irish Setter boots for years and have finally decided that the toe boxes on the newer ones are just not roomy enough for me (I usually wear an 11 or 11.5 EE).

I've never owned Danner boots, and a couple buddies swear by the Pronghorns and say the toe boxes are roomy, but I'm kind of old school and tend to view this "tennis shoe" type boots with glued soles with some skepticism. I like a good "stitched down" or Goodyear welt construction on the sole, which leads me to these newer Powderhorn boots. The price point is within $25 or $30, so thats not a determinant for me.

However, I'm wondering if they are overkill for CA hunting (even uninsulated). Most of my terrain is steep ridges and canyons, with plenty of rocky river bottoms (even while "upland" hunting), so a stout boot is an advantage.

Anyone owned both the Pronghorns and the Powderhorns and can offer any insight?

Thanks,

Brent

[tamalpias]

You have to try them out. I wear regular shoes and the toes feel snug on my danner. As with all hunting boots you want it snug for support. Having said this my danner has been used for over 20 years and without any maintenance it is still going strong. My Irish setter's sole came unglued with 1/10th the use my danner has gone through. I almost exclusively use danner and rockys only now.

[jhillas]

I am out usually at least once per month and I have some Danner hunting boots, they are well worth the $200. The current pair is now several years old and holding up well.

[sbsyncro]

Thanks. Are either of you using the Powderhorn boots?

I like the "old school" style of the Powderhorn, but wondering about the height being overkill and they are 3/4 a pound heavier than a pair of the Pronghorns. But they look like they would far outlast the Pronghorns.

[sbsyncro]

Yes. There are a couple pairs of USA-Made boots. The East Ridge (which is a hybrid nylon/leather boot) is probably the most comparable. I really want an all-leather boot, but the only all-leather USA-made boots now are insulated and around $400.

[ECO]

For what it’s worth I have the East Ridge model (the less insulated version) and am on my second season with them. They’re fantastic and I have zero complaints. I wouldn’t describe the toe boxes as roomy, however I think everyone probably has a different definition of that as it’s personal preference. They definitely aren’t overkill in nasty terrain. I would try a pair before you buy them though. I bought mine through Danner on Amazon and at the time they had free returns, maybe look into that if you can’t source a pair locally.

[bigboarstopper]

I had a pair of pronghorns once. Granted, I probably use my hunting boots more than most so my wear and tear is more than the adverage hunter. They fell apart within 6 months. Last time I wore them the sides blew out and I had to tape them up just to keep them on my feet

[sbsyncro]

Thanks Shay; exactly my concern. What did you end up with?


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[bigboarstopper]

Thanks Shay; exactly my concern. What did you end up with?


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I rolled the dice on a pair of mail order cabelas “outfitter” boots. They are cabelas brand knock off to quality Danners. Best boot for the price I’ve ever owned. They were a nightmare to break in though. If you happen to go with those I suggest wearing them in the bathtub to form them to your feet faster.

[180ls1]

Just picked up a new pair of boots. Had to return one pair (Irish Setters) and switch to Under Armor Infil Ops. Personally I love the high rise, they are excellent at keeping water, dirt and any plant material out. Ill probably forever be sold on the high rise boots.

[tamalpias]

It has been so long that I can’t tell you the exact mode but it is very similar powderhorn model. I do remember it took a few weeks of walking on them at work (retail sales so I was always on my feet) for it to break in. It use to hurt like hell until they where properly worn in.

[drutledge79]

I've got a pair of Danner Mountain Lights. Similar to your wants: full leather and re-craftable. I wanted a taller boot but I went with the decades of history of that model and lighter weight. I'm happy with them. They are clearly an older design and heavier than a glued-together boot, but I feel like a mountain-goat in them.

At 53oz they don't feel light to me. I don't typically wear them for local "trails" (where people walk dogs) unless it's muddy. The extra weight is that noticeable. I personally wouldn't consider a pair of boots that weighed 68oz. I'm skinny for my height, though (155lb).

Good luck w/ your choice.

[sbsyncro]

For what its worth, I just pulled the trigger on a pair of the Powderhorn boots. Danner has been out of my size on their web site (11.5EE); I had a price alert set up for Amazon and they came up for $179 with free shipping and free return, so I went for it. I'll post up my initial thoughts on them as I go through the process of breaking them in.

[zio707]

I retired my ol' Brownings last year for a pair of Danner High Grounds for hunting A zone and extremely happy with them. I have a set of all leather Pronghorns BTW, they are bulky and heavy in comparison.

http://www.danner.com/productfamily/high-ground/men:hunt/

[alks207]

That's all I use and let me tell you. You get what you pay for. You'll be happy with the powderhorns