Luvachicken Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 I know Hunter wellies have the Queens mark inside but I just wondered what is so special about Hunter wellies. I've bought so many cheap wellies before that end up splitting and are never that comfy, I just wondered if Hunter wellies were any better, or if they are just a really expensive welly boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Funny you should mention that as there was a thread recently on an outdoor sports forum; the general consensus was that their quality had definitely gone downhill of late. I wear Lowthers for really wet stuff and neoprene muck boots in the cold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Agree with DM - there's absolutely nothing special about Hunter wellies. They used to be absolutely brilliant and last for donkey's years. I bought a pair last winter, they cost a small fortune and split across the sole in less than 6 months (on a snowy dog walk no less, so I had a very cold, wet foot!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Agree with DM - there's absolutely nothing special about Hunter wellies. They used to be absolutely brilliant and last for donkey's years. I bought a pair last winter, they cost a small fortune and split across the sole in less than 6 months Same here. I was deeply unimpressed with mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Both OH and I bought Dunlop black wellies last Autumn, and I have found they are the most comfortable wellies I have had. They were about a tenner, including p+p, from ebay. Granted that we don't wear them every day, they will get used at least once a week from now until Spring, and occasionally throughout the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted November 21, 2012 Author Share Posted November 21, 2012 I thought they did really look like normal wellies. Although very shiny I will save my money then, thanks everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfer_chicken Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Another disappointment for Hunter here. I know they used to be very good quality, but a friend bought a pair in September, they leaked. She managed to get them replaced for a new pair, they leak as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickensaregreat Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 They used to be good, but since they have been fashionable and come in different colours they seem to have gone downhill... I bought some last summer and they lasted less than six months before getting leaks in them. Disappointed as they used to be nice wellies!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Thats a shame - I have a pair that are about 15 years old in boring navy. They were always a bit too long and tight around my calves, so i cut them down to 3/4 length. I kept buying fancy coloured wellies which split after a few months, so I went back to my Hunters. They really do get abused, but are as sturdy as ever with no sign of splitting. Haven't bought any fancy wellies for the past couple of years now so the Hunters have been used for daily dog walking for at least the last 2 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 They're totally vital darling, Yah. One needs them in central London on the school run to pick up Miasma and Caractacus from school. I totally couldn't face the other mummies without my hunters. Awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 They're totally vital darling, Yah. One needs them in central London on the school run to pick up Miasma and Caractacus from school. I totally couldn't face the other mummies without my hunters. Awesome. and don't forget the Range Rover that has never seen any mud Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckmum6 Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 I have a pair of 2yr old purple shorties and they have been great, so no complaints here, especially as they were half price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HennyPenny59 Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 I love my Hunters ... I purchased them a couple of years ago, and have worn them everyday for dog walking. They are a nice all over snug fit, meaning your feet don't flop around in them like cheaper wellies, and they have a degree of arch support in the sole. I could walk in them for hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 They're totally vital darling, Yah. One needs them in central London on the school run to pick up Miasma and Caractacus from school. I totally couldn't face the other mummies without my hunters. Awesome. Just sprayed tea all over my laptop screen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daphne Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 I've got a pair of 8 year old Hunter 'Argyll' wellies - black with a thin red top - still going strong, they came from Scats so I don't think that can be a fashion statement! Not sure I'll get anymore though, if the quality has gone downhill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 Don't bother with Joules wellies either 2 pairs went back with an identical problem; retailer said they'd had to return all their stock in that style. I didn't get an answer to my email to Joules Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 DS bought me a lovely pair of purple Joules wellies last Christmas, they look lovely but they are not very comfy and I only wear them occasionally mostly I wear my boring green ones. I won't be getting another Joules pair. Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 I have an ancient pair of wellies from Tayberry bought at a country show. They are spotty and, tho the spots have faded and the 'finish' looks a bit flaky they still seem to be water proof (fingers crossed!) and comfy. However, I always buy wellies a bit big so I can add a pair of wooly socks Had Hunters a couple of decades ago and they were great but no grip at all (bit like me then!) and I had several falls in them (one into a lake which I was crossing on a slippy wooden bridge - took ages to fish me out as everyone - 10 or so 'friends' - were killing themselves laughing! Put me off Hunters ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hilda-and-evadne Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 Another comment to say Hunters used to be brilliant but not any more. The last pair I had I only ever wore in the garden and within a few months they had split. I have a pair of Joules now but they are too close-fitting to wear socks as well (unless, I suppose, I bought a larger size but don't know if that would work). Isn't Camel - or something - said to be the last word in wellies, now? Seem to remember seeing a newspaper photograph of the Duchess of Cambridge in Camel wellies. Very expensive, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 Isn't Camel - or something - said to be the last word in wellies, now? Seem to remember seeing a newspaper photograph of the Duchess of Cambridge in Camel wellies. Very expensive, too. LBB buys the more expensive ones, wears them all day at shoots, and they last fro years, so I guess you get what you pay for in the end. Also don't bother with the Land's End fleece lined ones; they split too I reckon that we ought to set up a review site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted November 22, 2012 Author Share Posted November 22, 2012 A review site would be a brilliant idea. I really need a comfy pair of wellies that last for ages. I have small walking boots but need a decent pair of wellies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 This is a really good & interesting thread! I desperately need some new wellies & don't know what to go for. I have some coolers ( croc like ) wellies that have been great, but are wearing thin. They also are not very warm, but do fit my muscley calves - as they are short wellies. I also have a pair of floral wellies - ok, but don't fit the legs too good, so best worn under jeans, so they can't be seen. Then I have my winter mucker / yard boots which are fleece lined, fab & lace up - but more for frosty Winter weather. I have thought about the neoprene muck boots, but have 2 problems... 1. Will they fit my legs? 2. Know of 3 people who have them & they split in a short lenth of time. So if anyone can recommend some good wellies, preferably long ones to fit muscley legs & that will last & be comfy - without being over expensive..please let me know! Thanks. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 Like I said above Lowthers always do fine for me, they are traditional style wellies, good grip and don't seem to split. A pair lasts me about 3 years or so, with some hard core walking and mud surfing thrown in! Mine cost £20 from a local feed store, which reduces its boots every now and then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 I have thought about the neoprene muck boots, but have 2 problems... 1. Will they fit my legs? 2. Know of 3 people who have them & they split in a short lenth of time. Emma, neoprene muck boots come in shorter lengths if that's what you prefer. I've always found them to be very hard wearing and never had a pair split, in fact I wear them in the snow with my YakTrax on over the top. Do buy the ones with a good cleated sole instead of the smoother ones though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 I also had problems with Joules wellies. I found them VERY comfortable but they just didn't stand up to everyday wear and tear. This was pre-dog, so I only wore them for chooky duties. DM - do the Lowther boots size up the same as Hunters (they are made by Hunter aren't they)? For £20 they look like a good buy and I don't mind if they don't last so long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
