RM Williams Craftsman/Comfort Craftsman/Dynamic Flex Craftsman boots for $315 + 2000 QFF points (worth $20). It's the cheapest I have seen. Many colours and sizes available as of posting.
RM Williams Craftsman Range $315 + 2000 Qantas FF Points ($545 RRP) @ Qantas Store
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Mjamie on 04/09/2018 - 13:38 qantasstore.com.au (18181 clicks)
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freaking awesome price !!
Ughh only have 1k qantas points :(
See my and ozlegacy's links here https://www.ozbargain.com.au/comment/6329623/redir
You can buy them without points for not a lot more
I have comfort craftsmans and they sometimes squeak while walking, any idea how I can stop this?
Sit down.
Savage.
Take the mouse out.
haah if you work it out let me know, I have 3 pairs all comfort craftsmans and only 1 of the 3 squeak!
I think it is the leather rubbing in the folds as the shoe bends.
I have had it happen on leather and canvas shoes.
Take the laptop off them
I had this problem as well and I found that the squeaking was actually due to the socks I was wearing, I now wear them with Nike Sports socks rather than 'Happy Socks"
my dynamic flex do that - was the insoles - you can either spray glue some material to the plastic part or replace the insoles (gel for me)
Despite all the funny responses the best way is talcum powder under the insole. The noise is the insole rubbing on the sole of the shoe.
Fix lasts me 8 to 10 months.
the soles of my craftsmen dont come out? hmm
Windex
I visited a store with my squeaky boots and they sent them off to be fixed.
**sorry already said*** Just a touch of talcum powder in the boot will do the trick.
Am I the only one here who got the shoe size according to my regular shoe size? I'm a US 10.5. I got a 9.5 which is what the guy in store fit me for, and it equates to a US 10.5 as the Australian sizing is akin to the US sizing.
Or is everyone else just wearing the wrong sized sneakers?
For what it's worth i'm usually an 11 but my RM's are a 10H
That's correct if you convert the RM sizing to US sizing.
Edit: Aus sizing = UK sizing. Thus 9.5 Aus/RM/UK = 10.5 US
I'm the same I'm usually a US 10 in sneakers and wear a 9G in RMs. I must say though I have 5 pairs of varying ages (2yrs - 20yrs) and the sizing isn't consistent with the newer ones feeling larger than the old. I've now moved to the Dynamic Flex which "fill" the boot for me with it's insole.
Thanks OP! Been waiting for these (already tried on a while ago in RM store for correct size in readiness). I see you've also nominated the smarter option using just 2,000 points (rather than nearly 57,000 points which is on sale at Qantas rewards 40% off - down from nearly 100,000 Qantas points). Sweet deal!
These are great boots. Well worth the retail price as they are well made and last forever. Even better at this price, thanks for posting O.P.
It's a really good price. If I had QFF then I'd be tempted to get another pair, so it's probably a good idea I don't. Great find OP!
See my and ozlegacy's links here for options without points!
Heh. The beauty of OB is there’s always another option to get rid of your money!
Thanks for the heads-up but I bought my two pairs at a local retailer in town who have similar pricing so I don’t need to go far. We also have an RMW outlet that has awesome clearance sales every year on runout stock; I actually avoided it the past two seasons to save myself money on things I didn’t need! I’m almost embarrassed to admit a large portion of my wardrobe is RMW but I find the clothes and footwear fit really well and they always seem to last a long time. I gave away a shirt to the Salvos recently that was easily 6yo and had been worn regularly, but it was still in good condition.
Am I the only of a few who doesn't see the appeal of these boots?
Yes
They're pretty nice looking boots. What don't you find appealing about them? Or do you prefer square toes?
I don't like the gusset or the large loops at the top but I am not the target market… (neither bloke nor from the country)
God damn, need 200 points.
thanks OP finally got one for the missus
dammit dont have 2000 points
RM Williams are still good, but no where near as good as they use to be. Having said that they havent kept up with inflation so there is that.
I have a black comfort craftsman from 10 years back, barely scruffed, other than the stitching when polished it still looks new.
BUT I have a tan pair 8years old which I threw away last year… that pair had been permanently scuffed within 2 years, polish makes it look nice for a couple of weeks, then the scuff shows again. The left small toe side also wearing so thin that it wouldnt take much to poke through
I had a country girl tell me 5-6 years ago, that RM Williams had moved the tanning process to China, that's why they the boots fall apart more quickly.
I did buy a replacement pair last year, but dont/won't expect much. That pair is already showing wear and tear.
If you want your pair to last make sure it doesnt come into contact with anything… i accidentally kick a table.. much less wear it for actual country wear.
Inflation wise they should probably be around $700+, I'd pay that if the quality was there, dont think many people would though.
Here's a list of RM Williams suppliers, I don't know which one provides the leather.
https://www.rmwilliams.com.au/supply-chain-table/Supply_Chai…
The guy in the shop today told me they use French tanneries. Not sure where the leather is sourced from, but that contradicts what Baghern was told.
maybe they have it tanned at multiple places, but I'd like to know how they're saving costs using a developed nation
Either way they're selling boots for cheaper inflation wise, so they're cost cutting somewhere
According to this article from 2017 they haven't changed tanneries
https://trimly.com.au/blogs/trimlymusings/how-to-find-discou…Both their 100-year old screw machine and Pfaff sewing machines - labeled 'Made in West Germany'- still make up important steps in the production process. The leather is still sourced from the same tanneries.
Either way they're selling boots for cheaper inflation wise, so they're cost cutting somewhere
Or they are willing to make a lower margin or their raw materials are getting cheaper from production advances or their newer products (t-shirts etc) are subsidising the higher cost items to help keep the price where it is.
*Edit - not sure if this is applicable only for flights
Just came across this(although it seems targeted) not bad when you combine all - $275 plus 2k points - this is good as it gets!
Thanks for sharing. I saved it to my card just now, 30 minutes after making the purchase. AMEX customer service said i am still eligible for it, even though i saved it after purchase.
Phew, I was about to flip lol
These are of high quality and are really comfortable however they are the equivalent to straight jeans in the boots world. They look bulky and round and will suit you if you dress like Barnaby Joyce.
When in rome…
I've been measured in store and need a size F wide boot (narrow foot). However Qantas only stocks G and H widths, does anyone think it'd possible to order from the Qantas website and exchange in store for the correct size?
One of the other posts in this thread alluded to this being perfectly fine, assuming they weren't worn. YMMV though
I agree, they seem to treat customers properly, it's unusual these days!
Ordered a black comfort craftsman to go with my dynamic flex in chestnut :)
Hey just wondering what your opinion of the difference between the comfort craftsman and the dynamic flex, can't decide which one to get, will be for everyday wear
Just copped a pair. Thanks OP!!
Whoops forgot my manners - big thanks to the OP for sharing!
I have one pair of these, bought it 4 years ago and still new.
very good shoes.
When I log in it shows that it's 56900 points with non options to pay $315. Am I missing something?
Gotta use the slider to say "use 2000 points"
Quickest way to get 2k points fast?????
Find someone willing to transfer them to you.
Buy wine from Qantas wine is always pretty quick.
$2k worth of wine needed though, lmao
cool
Check bonus points deals. Points usually post the next day.
Buy points on Ozb classifieds. Worth around 1.3c per point but since you're buying so little there might be a premium.
yep, typical. 6000 points expired 3 days ago!
Qantas points expire. ?
If you don't earn any for like, 18 months, yeah.
Didn't know they expired either, one way to keep them active would be to use woolworths rewards and set your points to convert to Qantas points which gives you like 870 points whenever you earn 2000 points, something like that
Have a look to see if you have any receipts from the affiliated suppliers in the last 9 months - you can email them the receipt and the expiry will undo.
Accounting for 2000 points + delivery, is this approx $340?
I didn't have to pay for delivery. Total was $315 + 2000 pts ~ $335. Sydney.
10 How much is the delivery charge for my product?
The delivery charge is included in the points quoted for a product.The 2000 points is the delivery charge
Total legend thanks OP
thanks OP. Bought a comfort pair (rubber sole). Now I think i need a second pair with the leather sole for my wedding… And need a Chestnut brown pair, perhaps, too……
hmm, Black or chestnut?
both?
both at this price!
Hi Guys
I am normally US 10 + Wide feet, what size/type would you recommend?
I am after a Chestnut colour :)Cheers in advance
I'm a US10 with wide feet and I have 7.5H, but best to get sized if you have the time to =)
I'm the exact same size as you and I'm wearing an 8H.
Hope that helps although I'd still recommend you try for yourself in store though.
Honestly would recommend you go in and get them sized. Chelsea boots always fit a bit funny at the best of times. I Just did it then, normally a US9ish and was 7.5H.
Great deal! Just bought a black pair of Dynamic Flex. Very comfortable shoe. Worn my brown pair close to 4-5 days a week for almost 4 years and still great!!!!!
Thanks OP
Note to others… I've had about 8-9 pairs of RMs over the years and disappointed with the dynamic flex. Problem I had (and may be my wear style, etc) is where the leather meets the rubber always split and required early resole.. For this reason if you're after rubber go the comfort model
Is it a big issue? I have the Comfort Craftsman and was thinking of picking up the Dynamic Flex from this sale in a different colour.
I've only had the one pair of dynamic flex but if you look at where the leather meets the rubber it's actually a weak point (shoe repairer said the same) comfort has this all in one piece
Mmm I get what you mean. Guess I'll just get another Comfort Craftsman in Chestnut then
@Menzoberranzan: i walk heavy on my heels and burn through them but RM genuine heels seem to cope the longest out of most shoes ive worn eg julius marlows were flat out a couple of weeks, ecco etc
Will this match my flexible waist line paints?
Thanks OP! Have been contemplating a second pair for a while now but this tipped me over the edge!
TRs too 😍
so with TRS .. assume i have to take them with ? going abroad before they will get to me …
did anyone get a narrow size (F)?
Got a pair. Thanks OP!
Ordered! Thanks OP!
I have almost 40,000 Qantas points. I've never got anything from the store before, but is it better to use as many points as I can or just the 2000 points?
Ideally, I'd like to only get one pair, but can't decide on colour. I'm leaning more on black, but chestnut does look nice too. Anyway, I'm definitely going to have to visit a store for sizing as I'm a size 10.5 with wide feet. I'll probably get the Comfort Craftsman boot as I'll likely just wear this occasionally on a night out with jeans or chinos.
If you have a use for the points in future (whether travel or anything else), stick to the 2000 points.
However, if you won't use the points at all, better to use them up now and save some cash instead of letting them expire.
Thanks OP!! i didnt have enough points, but you can buy points blocks here: https://www.qantas.com/au/en/frequent-flyer/your-account/poi… which made it a total of $363 for me (already had 1200 points). 2000 points cost ~$75 so it would bring the total to $390, which is still cheaper than nungar trading and portphilipshop.
Also says 'Low In Stock'