Your boots carry you through every part of a shoot day, from the walk to the first peg to the last climb back to the vehicles. Good shooting boots keep your feet warm, dry and supported whatever the ground throws at you, whether that is heather on a grouse moor in August, a sodden pheasant drive in December or a long day walking up hedgerows behind a spaniel.
Boots or Wellingtons?
Many Guns own both. Wellingtons are traditional and hard to beat on wet lowland shoots with short walks between drives, and our shooting wellington boots cover that side of things. Shoot boots come into their own when the day involves real distance, steep or uneven ground and walked-up or rough shooting, where ankle support and a secure fit reduce fatigue. If you walk more than you stand, a lace-up leather or Cordura boot is usually the better choice.
What to Look For in Shooting Boots
A waterproof, breathable membrane keeps water out while letting sweat escape on warmer days. A grippy sole matters on wet grass and slippery banks, and height is worth thinking about: a taller boot keeps out heather and wet vegetation, while a mid-height boot feels lighter over farmland. Our range of mens shooting boots and womens shooting boots includes premium leather boots from Crispi, Dedito, Harkila and Zamberlan, with further choice from Aigle and Ariat. Many are made in Italy, home to much of the finest waterproof outdoor footwear.
Fit, Socks and Breaking In
Fit matters more than brand. Try boots on with the socks you will shoot in, and allow room for your feet to swell over a long day. New leather boots need time to soften, so wear them around the house and on shorter walks well before the season starts. Our guide to breaking in new boots explains how to do it properly. On wet ground or in heather, shooting gaiters stop water and debris getting over the top of your boots and keep your socks dry.
Shop Shooting Boots at ArdMoor
Browse our full range of shooting boots below, or explore our wider boots and shooting collections. Choose a pair that suits the ground you shoot and the distance you cover, look after them properly, and they will serve you well for many seasons to come.