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German Military Surplus Rubber Overboots Like New
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SKU: WX2*0702305
Overview
Built for wet, sloppy conditions, these surplus overboots are meant to go over your footwear and help keep your feet and shoes dry, clean, and protected. The mini-cleat-pattern outsole adds traction on slick ground, while the full front zipper makes them easier to put on and take off. A fully gusseted design helps block water and debris, making them a practical choice for muddy chores, field work, or travel through messy terrain. After use, they can be rinsed off and left to dry with minimal cleanup.
Why Hunters Choose the Surplus
Keeps Feet
Shoes dry, clean, and protected
Mini-cleat-pattern Non-skid
Outsole adds traction on sloppy
Full 9.5-inch
Front zipper allows easy on
Fully Gusseted
Design helps keep out water
Easy Hose
Off after use for simple
Key Features
- Keeps feet and shoes dry, clean, and protected in muddy terrain.
- Mini-cleat-pattern non-skid outsole for added traction.
- Full 9.5-inch front zipper for easy on and off.
- Fully gusseted design helps keep out water and debris.
- Easy to hose off and let dry after use.
Best Used For
- Hunters crossing muddy ground who want shoes kept dry and clean
- Users needing quick on-and-off overboots with a full front zipper
- Anyone moving through sloppy terrain that sheds debris and water easily
- Outdoorsmen wanting a simple hose-off option after wet, dirty outings
- Field users who need added traction from a mini-cleat-pattern outsole
Specifications
| Condition | Like New |
|---|---|
| Gusseted | Fully gusseted |
| Outsole | Mini-cleat-pattern non-skid outsole |
| Water Protection | Keeps out water and debris |
| Zipper Length | 9.5 in front zipper |
Pros
- Keeps feet and shoes dry, clean, and protected in muddy conditions.
- Mini-cleat-pattern non-skid outsole adds traction on sloppy terrain.
- Full 9.5-inch front zipper allows easy on and off.
- Fully gusseted design helps keep out water and debris.
- Easy to hose off after use for simple cleanup.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as overboots, so they are meant to be worn over existing shoes rather than as standalone footwear.
- The full front zipper makes entry and exit easier, but it also adds a closure component that should be kept fully secured for the intended protection.
- The mini-cleat-pattern outsole is intended for traction, but it is still a rubber overboot and not a substitute for dedicated boots in all terrain.
- Because these are military surplus items, condition is described as like new, but surplus stock can still vary in appearance from pair to pair.
Suggested Comparisons
- Rubber overboots
- Waterproof overshoes
- Mud boots
- Slip-on boot covers
Suggested Accessories
- Boot dryer
- Waterproof boot socks
- Gaiters
- Boot brush
Frequently Asked Questions
What are these overboots designed to do in wet or muddy conditions?
They are described as keeping your feet and the shoes inside dry, clean, and protected in mud, muck, and mire.
How do you put them on and take them off?
They have a full 9.5" front zipper for easy on and off.
Do these overboots help keep out water and debris?
Yes. The description says they are fully gusseted to help keep out water and debris.
What kind of outsole do they have for traction?
They feature a mini-cleat-pattern non-skid outsole.
How should they be cleaned after use?
The description says to hose them off and set them outside to dry.