| Foot Length (Inch) | US Size |
| 9.65" | 7 |
| 9.75" | 7 ½ |
| 9.85" | 8 |
| 10.125" | 8 ½ |
| 10.24" | 9 |
| 10.4375" | 9 ½ |
| 10.63" | 10 |
| 10.75" | 10 ½ |
| 11.02" | 11 |
| 11.125" | 11 ½ |
| 11.42" | 12 |
| 11.81" | 13 |
| 12.20" | 14 |
Rugged African Trooper – Houston Black
$289.99
For every 10 pairs sold we donate a pair to a Ranger
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The Rugged African Trooper Boot: Built Tough
Introducing the new Rugged African Trooper boot, a collaboration between Jim Green Footwear and Rose Anvil. A new variation of our Barefoot African Troopers with a twist of added durability. These boots are built to tackle any terrain with added comfort thanks to our Veg Tan leather midsole. This new collaboration not only brings together the history of Jim Green and knowledge of Rose Anvil but also the traditions of American and South African boot-making techniques.
The Rugged African Trooper boot combines style, comfort and durability into the ultimate outdoor boot. Its sturdy design and high ankle support provide necessary protection, while the spacious toe box allow your feet to move comfortably.
With a mixture of our smooth Nubuck leather and rough out Nubuck leather, this boot is designed for any terrain. The rough out leather vamp and heel counter allows for you to go through life without worrying about scuffing up your boots. The added benefit of a smooth finish Nubuck on the boots quarters is a beautiful patina that will come with time and wear.
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- Manufactured with a double layer of leather (2.2mm Nubuck leather, lined with 1.6mm calf leather).
- Double layer of leather aids in the boots’ water-resistant properties (not waterproof).
- Due to the double layer of leather, the Rugged African Trooper can tackle all kinds of terrain, making it ideal for the outdoor worker or hiker requiring that extra bit of toughness.
- 8-inch height for excellent support, comfort, and protection.
- Thermoplastic toe puff and a heel stiffener for extra support.
- A steel shank between the insole board and sole offers extra support and stability.
- A fully gusseted tongue.
- A 5mm leather midsole and 3mm leather lasting board for added comfort and durability.
- Sole is made from genuine rubber.
- The leather midsole is secured to the upper with a full 360-degree double-stitched 2.2mm braided nylon cord.
- As with all our boots, these can be resoled due to their double stitch down construction.
- STC last – This last has a 2E wide fit and offers a roomy and rounded toe box.
- Sole: JG (This sole is our lug option and is designed for grip. It is a genuine rubber and of a firm feel to provide stability underfoot).
- Laces: 175 cm.
- Weight: 1.8 kg (Size 8 US).
- 100% Made in South Africa.
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Conner Bailey (verified owner) –
True to size and the only boot I’ve ever had that doesn’t make my toes rub against the sides, the leather is super soft and feels durable, they weren’t too bad to break in only my heels rubbed a bit the first day.
[...]Tim (verified owner) –
I received these boots a few weeks ago. they have broken in very well. the break in was harder than my other Jim Green boots but still nothing compared to my whites boots. they have quickly joined my African rangers as my go to boots.
[...]Benjamin Hall (verified owner) –
What a great pair of boots. I placed an order pretty much as soon as the Rose Anvil video came out (arrived 12/12/2024 after several days delay from postal volume). These are exactly what I wanted in a pair of boots: an excellent design (all leather!), a generous toe box, quality materials, excellent workmanship, all rolled together for a fantastic boot value! For under $300, I think Jim Green has hit a home run here. I’m just a hair under 11.5 US on the Brannock, and since I’ve got some poorly healed broken toes that cause my toes to splay out some, so I went with an 11.5 US / 10.5 UK and the size is PERFECT for me. They will take some breaking in for sure, but I think these are going to become a favorite of mine. I’d LOVE to see a steel toe cap version of this exact boot, I’d for sure order a pair of them. The ONLY thing that I’d change on them would be some black dye on the exposed tan midsole to fully black out the boot. In fact, I’ll probably dye them black myself.
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