As far as visual appearance, there’s no real difference. The XC1585’s are patterned after the #995 and are visually identical, just newer materials with lightweight outsoles. They’re not as heavy as the original #995 and usually a bit more expensive.
I’ve never had a problem with the weight of a good pair of combat boots, so I went with the #995’s. I wear them near daily, and have loved them for the few weeks I’ve had them.
Last weekend I ordered Corcoran XC1585 rather than 995 for the lightweight sole. They arrived today and no kidding, the soles really are lightweight.
I bought them from http://www.uspatriotstore.com for $119.50, and shipping was free. If you don’t mind a heavy sole, then the 995 boots are $99.90. These are the lowest prices for a new pair I found on the web (at least from sites that didn’t look sketchy) when I searched last weekend.
I looked at the shipping label, and it turns out they were drop shipped from Cove Shoe Co. which is the parent company of Corcoran. Apparently uspatriotstore.com doesn’t actually stock the boots, or at least they didn’t have my size in stock. This is not a bad thing, as drop shipping direct from Corcoran should mean no difficulty getting any size they make.
i find that the zipper boots zipper dig in so, being military, i just wear the boots i was issued; they were free…
…but this is a good site for boots, flightsuits, or anything military. http://www.kellac.com
hope it helps
jafillz
Have the 995s changed their style since this discussion originally started?
I’m looking at the Corcoran website and despite what Jairus says above, the 995 and XC1585 have very different looking soles.
If they have changed, what is now the most accurate sole?
the 995 has been and is still the most accurate
While a used pair on eBay is always the cheapest way to go I wanted to share this link.
http://www.workbootsuperstore.com/product/995
This is the cheapest pair of new boots I found after a ton of searching.
Also you should get them 1/2 size larger than you normally wear as they run slightly small.
i have the Corcoran 995’s and i love 'em. i think they’re pretty comfortable too…i wear them in everyday life outside of Ghostbusting lol. i got them on ebay for $119 brand new shipped- it was the best price i could find at the time.
My neighbor is a pilot for the Sheriff Department. I mentioned that I was looking for boots. He found me a used pair, 10.5, “ROCKY” logo on the bottom, brass zipper with button lock… Super comfy.
And best part was the price: FREE!
Ask around, you never know.
They are still the same sole style. The XC1585’s soles are made of lightweight polyurethane whereas the 995’s soles are old fashioned rubber. The soles look nearly identical to me, though the photos are taken at different angles and from different distances. Compare the thickness to the rest of the boot’s proportions.
The thing I’d wonder about is how long the polyurethane soles will last compared to the tried and true rubber soles. My 995s aren’t too heavy at all, so I don’t see much advantage in going with XC1585s.
Thanks for the input, guys.
Jairus, as far as the look of the soles, I was referring to the white stitching on the 995. And the three brass…uhh, rivets?
Okay, I’m in need of some help.
I just purchased a pair of Corcoran #995’s 10.5 Medium (based on my shoe size) and they are a TIGHT fit. I’m going to do a return / exchange but am wondering if 11 Wide will be a wise choice.
Any suggestions from those in the comfort zone?
Thanks,
Ted.
Prefect42.
do you have a wide foot?
I didn’t think so as I’ve never had to buy / wear wide shoes. I guess the best thing going forward would be to go measure it at a shoe store before purchasing.
Is there an exact formula for working out actual size vs. boot size?
Thanks,
Ted.
Thanks Vince. That is exactly what I was looking for, size wise.
Well, apparently “looking” isn’t quite the word.
Ted.
hey vince- a 1/2 size larger on the 995’s? i got a 1/2 size smaller bc i heard they run big in general. i’m normally a 12 so i ordered an 11 1/2 and they’re perfect. and its not that i’m doubting your expertise, i’m just wondering lol.
here’s what i used to get a perfect fit:
http://www.camo-store.com/Boots%20Altama/Boot%20Size%20Chart.htm
Punkdude908,
I actually used the exact same size chart and went with 10.5. Way too small. Funny thing is Camo-store also took my money but never returned phone calls, e-mails or smoke signals. It wasn’t until I filed a paypal dispute that the money returned without a word.
Glad to hear your boots fit perfectly.
Ted.
oh damn, sorry to hear that. i triple measured just to make sure…to be honest i got lucky bc i was worried they wouldn’t fit. i didnt buy the boots from them, i got them off someone else on ebay. sorry to hear you didn’t have a good experience with them. hope you get the right size! maybe see if a local military surplus store has them? that way you can actually try them on.
I wear a 12 in just about every brand of shoe/boot. I got the 995’s in a 12 and even with thin dress socks they’re tight on me. I’ve heard a lot of people comment the same also. That’s why I suggest getting them larger.
Did you happen to get a Wide size? That might make the difference. Also were they used?
If they’re good and broken in they might be ok, but it’s a very stiff boot to begin with. They’re made for jumping out of planes so they have to offer a lot of support.
nah i got them brand spankin’ new and the regular (medium) width. i guess i just got lucky or something, bc even with regular socks there’s a little room plus they’re comfy!