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Old 07-10-2006, 12:06   #42
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Originally Posted by Christophe
Reaper,
thanks for the info,I´ll go look around.
What I am currently looking for are sturdy boots, leather, with a sole that doesn´t melt right away when walking through fire.During molotov training all the guys wearing Hi-Tecs and the likes had their soles melt.The only boots that hold up to that kind of abuse are our issued Belgian army boots,but they are uncomfortable to wear.
I would look for an oil-resistant sole, maybe like the jungle boots or Wellcos. The sole will be the key.

Doubtful that the 5.11s would hold up to that.

Good luck.

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