Blundstone, move over, there’s a new rugged Chelsea boot in town, and this one is made in France. Kleman, the French manufacturer that’s primarily known for their cemented Tyrolean shoe has much more to offer.
The Tonnant Boot has a cemented lug sole (no welt) with an elastic entry like most Chelseas, but it has a sleeker silhouette that features a much more elegant toe box than the majority of other makers offering rugged pull on boots.
It’s made entirely in France with leather sourced from Spain, and at under $200, it’s an absolute bargain. You can find it in Chestnut, Cognac, and Black leather starting at €170 at Kleman.