Grant Stone Brass Boot vs Parkhurst Allen

104 facts in comparison

Based on 177 Reddit opinions. Close race—Parkhurst Allen edges ahead.

177 opinions
Parkhurst Allen leads by 5pts
GS
Brass Boot
76%
B
Based on
288 Redditors

Grant Stone Brass Boot

75 opinions

tldr; Best value in goodyear welt boots. Chinese made but excellent quality. Diesel boot is the standout.

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Reddit's Pick
PA
Parkhurst Allen
81%
B+
Based on
279 Redditors
Winner

Parkhurst Allen

102 opinions

tldr; Small batch American maker. Excellent materials, handmade quality. Allen model is beloved.

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Leather QualityConstructionComfort & Break-inDurabilityFit & Sizing
LEA
CON
❤️COM
🔧DUR
📐FIT
74
Points
85
Points

Score by Category

Leather Quality
100%100%
Construction
75%82%
Comfort & Break-in
33%88%
Durability
100%100%
Fit & Sizing
49%38%

Why is Parkhurst Allen better than Stone Brass Boot?

  • Higher Reddit score (81% vs 76%)
  • Better comfort (88% vs 33%)
  • Better value (100% vs 89%)
  • Better construction (82% vs 75%)
  • Made in Pennsylvania
  • GYW construction
  • Service boot silhouette
Based on 567 Reddit opinions
Slight Edge

Reddit prefers the Parkhurst Allen

Winning by 5 points (81% vs 76%)

Better comfort
Better value
Better construction
High confidence (567 mentions)

💬Reddit Sentiment

Based on 567 Reddit mentions

Overall Rating

Brass Boot
7.6/10
288 mentions
Parkhurst Allen
8.1/10
279 mentions
DURABILITY
Brass Boot10.0/10
Parkhurst Allen10.0/10
VALUE
Brass Boot8.9/10
Parkhurst Allen10.0/10
LEATHER QUALITY
Brass Boot10.0/10
Parkhurst Allen10.0/10
FIT
Brass Boot4.9/10
Parkhurst Allen3.8/10
CONSTRUCTION
Brass Boot7.5/10
Parkhurst Allen8.2/10
COMFORT
Brass Boot3.3/10
Parkhurst Allen8.8/10
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Head to Head

Head to Head

Brass Boot: 1|Parkhurst Allen: 3
Durability
Brass Boot100%
Parkhurst Allen100%
ValueParkhurst Allen
Brass Boot89%
Parkhurst Allen100%
Leather Quality
Brass Boot100%
Parkhurst Allen100%
FitBrass Boot
Brass Boot49%
Parkhurst Allen38%
ConstructionParkhurst Allen
Brass Boot75%
Parkhurst Allen82%
ComfortParkhurst Allen
Brass Boot33%
Parkhurst Allen88%
Brass Boot76%
Parkhurst Allen81%
Parkhurst Allen wins by 5 points

Key Specs

SpecGrant Stone Brass BootParkhurst Allen
Last
Floyd last
602 last
Construction
Goodyear welt (360-degree split-reverse or flat welt)
Goodyear Welted
Lining
Full-grain kip leather lining
Leather lining at the vamp area
Insole Midsole
Vegetable-tanned leather insole, welt, and midsole with cork filler and steel shank
Sole
Lug rubber outsole (also available with Natural wedge outsole)
Dainite studded rubber sole

Key Highlights

Grant Stone Brass Boot
💰 Excellent value at $350 range
🪡 GYW construction, resoleable
🎨 Crimson CXL popular colorway
📏 Leo last - size down 0.5
👍 Better finishing than Thursday
Parkhurst AllenWinner
🇺🇸 Made in Pennsylvania
🪡 GYW construction
👞 Service boot silhouette
💰 Great value at $350-400
📏 Runs TTS

Topic Battles

Brass Boot: 1|Tied: 2|Parkhurst Allen: 2
Leather Quality
Brass Boot
100%
Parkhurst Allen
100%
Construction
Parkhurst Allen wins
Brass Boot
75%
Parkhurst Allen
82%
❤️Comfort & Break-in
Parkhurst Allen wins
Brass Boot
33%
Parkhurst Allen
88%
🔧Durability
Brass Boot
100%
Parkhurst Allen
100%
📐Fit & Sizing
Brass Boot wins
Brass Boot
49%
Parkhurst Allen
38%

Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories

📈Where They Rank

💬What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Parkhurst Allen

Best Praise
+51 pts
Parkhurst is a damn fine boot and Andrew is a good dude.
r/goodyearwelt
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Top Criticism
+3 pts
**Parkhurst - The Allen - Dune Roughout (Read Notes!)** **Size: 9 - 9.5D** **Price:** **~~$300~~** **$205 shipped via USPS Ground Advantage to CONUS** **Pictures:** [HERE](https://imgur.com/a/URGRzGW) **Notes on Sizing**: This pair does not have a size label on it. I am speculating that they are 9 or 9.5D. For context, I typically wear 9.5EE in Red Wing and Grant Stone. This pair has a slightly low instep and is too narrow for me. Based on the [Parkhurst FAQ](https://www.parkhurstbrand.com/pages/faq), I believe these are 9-9.5D. In the photo album, I tried my best to provide measurements from the outsole of the boot. **Due to the uncertainty in sizing, I will allow returns (you will have to pay for return shipping)**. **Other Notes:** I have confirmed with Parkhurst (see end of photo album) that these are Dune Roughout boots. As far as I can tell, they are in new condition, if not tried on a few times as there is no wear on the sole and the leather seems untouched. I'll note that the waxed cotton laces seem too short and may need replacement. Otherwise, nothing else seems wrong with the boots. **All transactions will be through PayPal. The price will drop with every BST thread! Please message with any questions or photo requests.**
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What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Grant Stone Brass Boot

Best Praise
+7 pts
Absolutely gorgeous boots. That kudu is spectacular. Personally, I think the Brass Boot is GS's best silhouette by a mile.
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Top Criticism
+2 pts
Cool to see them next to one another. I love the black cypress teacore leather. The one thing I don’t like about the brass boot is how high on the boot the moc band is.
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📈Historical Price Data

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Which is Better?

Parkhurst Allen Wins
81%
Allen
vs
76%
Boot

Close race, but Parkhurst Allen edges ahead by 5 points based on 567 Reddit opinions.

Why Parkhurst AllenWinner
  • Better Value for Money (100% vs 89%)
Why Brass Boot
  • 💰 Excellent value at $350 range
  • 🪡 GYW construction, resoleable

❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown

Sentiment Breakdown

30%Positive
Positive
30%
Neutral
64%
Negative
6%
Based on 279 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

20%Positive
Positive
20%
Neutral
74%
Negative
6%
Based on 288 Reddit opinions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Parkhurst Allen or Grant Stone Brass Boot?
Based on 567 Reddit comments, Parkhurst Allen has a slight edge with 81% positive sentiment vs Grant Stone Brass Boot's 76%. The difference is small, so both are solid choices.
Should I buy Parkhurst Allen or Grant Stone Brass Boot?
Both have similar approval ratings (81% vs 76%), so focus on specific features, pricing, and what matters most to you.
What do Redditors love about Parkhurst Allen?
Reddit users highlight: Made in Pennsylvania. GYW construction. Service boot silhouette. With 279 mentions and 81% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about Grant Stone Brass Boot?
Reddit users highlight: Excellent value at $350 range. GYW construction, resoleable. Crimson CXL popular colorway. With 288 mentions and 76% approval, it remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 567 Reddit comments: 279 about Parkhurst Allen and 288 about Grant Stone Brass Boot. Data was sourced from Quality Boots community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.

177 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 7/15/2026