Whatever is cheapest. The old issue black boots were rubbush. I’d upgrade if I were you!
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Are these any good do you think?
I’ve had Haix, they’re good boots. I’d just be a little cautious about the condition.
Having said that, they look in good nick.
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Tell us what you want to do in them first…
The following brands are decent quality - Haix, Alt-berg, Lowa, Aku, Meindl, Iturri - how suitable any pair of particular boots are will depend on whether they fit you and what you want to do in them.
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I have a pair of these. A little weighty, but waterproof and sturdy. Decent pair of insoles and you’re ready for almost anything, but long distance on tarmac… Wouldn’t recommend it.
@angus
Will be mostly on range, on Sqn and ‘light’ AT work
@Giminion
Wouldn’t be silly enough do any kind of long distance tarmac! 
Akus are the best “light” boot IMO. You could also consider the Altberg sneeker or whatever the Lowa equivalent is. Haix are good boots, but definitely more of a hardworking field boot than something to lounge around in at the unit. Altberg defenders / combat high liability are a good all rounder.
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The air/military shows can also be a good source of kit at low prices.
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As an all rounder the Alt-berg Defender/Warrior is hard to beat, Haix boots all have a gore-tex membrane inside which if you have sweaty/hot feet is something to think about - they are very a high quality boot.
If I was running a range in February I’d be wanting to wear a Cold Wet Weather boot - Gore-tex and thinsulate lined - Haix and Iturri do these boots.
If I was running a range in July I wouldn’t want to be wearing a Cold Wet Weather boot…
Its worth having a look around your Sqn and wing at what seems to be the theme - some are a bit arsey about what boots everyone wears, others don’t care as long as it’s brown and meets the trousers.
Couple of staff here wear commercial walking boots and it’s not a problem…
(Personally I think the Haix High Liability boots look like clown shoes, but thats just me…)
This x 1000, I’ve been wearing them for years and they are lighter and more comfortable than anything else I’ve tried and I have a fetish for gucci kit so have been through a few.
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Thanks, will look them up.
Worth every penny!
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I have
Altbergs and magnums. Have never paid more than £39.99 for my magnums fantastic boot for the price lasted me a good many years.
My altbergs are just amazing. Managed to swap
An old pair of black magnums for a pair of altbergs at stores. I won’t be going back to magnums unless I have to.
I have a few different pairs of Aku footwear of various styles. Every time I buy a different brand, I am disappointed.
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Itturis are comfy as soon as you get them, no need to break them in, and the are a super all round boot with good flexibility, they sit lower than the alters.
Yds boots can do one, avoid aac
Altbergs are hard wearing but heavier than itturis decent in terms of comfort, but ankles are a little restricted.
UA boots are absolutely brilliant but I only have them in black and don’t think the right shade of brown is available
AKU pilgrims are the daddy, very very good boot, but you’ll pay for them, and you’ll destroy them on the range
I got my Alt Bergs from my Parent Staion for free.
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well it’s alright for some, isn’t it!
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No more than any other boot. Just rinse off afterwards and they are good as new.
Not so im afraid, pilgrims are a suede style boot, so you scuff them up pretty easily
I own two pairs, they are fine.