African Ranger
The African Ranger offers unparalleled value, featuring a double-layer leather construction and a genuine stitchdown build at a price point usually reserved for disposable boots. It is designed for extreme duty in South African conservation, prioritizing breathability and repairability.
Ingredients & Purity
Uses 2.2mm full-grain leather; the boot is unlined for maximum breathability and to prevent the 'stink' often associated with synthetic waterproof membranes.
Scientific Evidence
Design is based on requirements from park rangers in South Africa; construction is a traditional stitchdown method known for lateral stability.
Brand Transparency
Jim Green is exceptionally transparent about their South African factory conditions and leather sourcing (local South African hides).
Value Assessment
At $189, this is the most affordable resoleable hiking boot on the market that uses high-quality leather.
Why Not Alternatives?
Beats competitors like Merrell or Columbia in the sub-$200 range by using real stitchdown construction instead of glue, and 2.2mm leather instead of thin synthetic overlays.