[RHG]

Can anyone make a recommendation for the most durable work boot for working with pavers and retaining wall blocks. Would prefer waterproof, insulated, and composite or steel toe? Can't seem to find a pair that doesn't shred on the toes or start leaking!

 

[Madmak]

Timberland Pros do it all for me.

 

[jlsconstruction]

I use redwings

 

[wakonako]

Timberland Pros. Pair lasts me just about a year. They come with a year warranty too. Its like 2 pairs of boots for the price of 1.

 

[asevereid]

Finding a great pair of boots for hardscaping is nearly impossible because nobody has come up with a design that satisfies all the requirements. When I was installing pavers and block I was happy to get a full season from a pair. The only thing I can recommend is a pair of Dakotas or Cats with a sturdy toe cap. Composite caps are nice and light, but a little redundant for boots that are going get chucked. Basically, find a decent, comfy, midrange priced pair of boots that'll handle the abuse and hope you get a solid 8 months out of them. Oh, and get a pair of steel toed rubber boots for when you have to muck out a footing or when you're cutting block at the saw.

 

[Exlud]

I've been wearing the Doc Martin Ironbridge steel toes, and they stand up pretty well.
Boot tip covers like these seem like a good idea, but I haven't tried them:
http://www.amazon.com/Boot-Savers-G...r/dp/B006KJL6LC/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1378679741&sr=8-8&keywords=boot+toe+tips

 

[john5mt]

http://www.danner.com/super-quarry-2-0-gtxr-non-metallic-safety-toe-work-boots.html

my buddy bought these for block laying

he swears they are super comfortable (after a long break in time) and the rubber on the outside really makes them outlast leather since that mortar seems to corrode even the best leather boots in 6 months.

I dont deal with that stuff so i can only share that with you second hand.