British Ammo Boots Without Toe Caps

These boots are suitable for British soldiers during The Great War. They were also used by the RAF and Royal Marines during WWII. The Canadian Army used a similar pattern without a toe cap. They can also be used for 19th-century Victorian portrayals.

Yes, these boots come with hobnails and heel and toe irons installed. The heel plates are held on with square-headed nails, and the toe plate is screwed into the leather. Some impressions, such as RFC re-enactment, would require the hobnails to be removed. Some boots are supplied with extra nails.

The boots are stiff out of the box and will not fit right away. Soaking them in warm water and wearing them until dry is a common method for breaking them in. Alternatively, wearing them every day for a week or two before a heavy re-enactment weekend will also help. Greasing the laces after lacing them can help with tightening the boots.

The leather is thick and the stitching is tight, contributing to sturdy construction. Some boots are described as having pebbled leather. However, some boots have shown deep scars after only one event of use, and the black leather paint can come off. The quality of the leather and construction is inconsistent across boots.