They're made by one of White's old boot-makers. They're functionally the same boot. The Hotshots had a somewhat thicker sole than their White's counterpart but other than that it's personal preference. For a while White's was using shitty Mexican leather and they were falling apart after 2 or 3 wildland/off-trail field seasons so I switched to Nick's and haven't had the same issues. I prefer the rough-out toe and heel too.
They're made by one of White's old boot-makers. They're functionally the same boot. The Hotshots had a somewhat thicker sole than their White's counterpart but other than that it's personal preference. For a while White's was using shitty Mexican leather and they were falling apart after 2 or 3 wildland/off-trail field seasons so I switched to Nick's and haven't had the same issues. I prefer the rough-out toe and heel too.
Nice. Competition is a good thing. Glad to see other companies making good stuff.
Nice. Competition is a good thing. Glad to see other companies making good stuff.
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