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Average Ratings for Brasher Hillmaster

  • Comfort3.8 stars
  • Style3.5 stars
  • Value for Money2.6 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings2.7 stars
  • Overall Rating2.7 stars

31 Reviews For Brasher Hillmaster

  • Bedbugs52 14th Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I am just moving into my third season using my Hillmaster GTX's. During this time I have probably walked about 800 miles over all kinds of terrain. The boots have stood up to the test of time pretty well with only modest wear to the soles and creasing around the toe rolls. Straight from the box, the boots were supremely comfortable and I have yet to suffer a blister. The boots have also remained watertight throughout this time. The only downsides are they may be a little low cut for some peoples taste and I find the soles a little slippy on hard wet surfaces. However, a friend who swapped his Hillmasters for boots with vibram soles tells me that he still has the same problem. I would certainly recommend these boots and would definately buy them again

  • Guest 22nd Sep 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    I mistakenly thought I would be getting quality when I purchased my Brasher Hillmaster GTX boots. After only 8 months they were returned as the sole had worn so badly, particularly on the outside of the heel, that it was affecting the way I walked. The leather had also split and they leaked badly. Brashers opinion? It's normal and any problems are my fault. 8 months wear for £100 plus? Never, ever again.

  • Guest 29th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    A fantastic boot. I have looked everywhere for a boot that is comfortable and supportive enough. These Brasher Hillmasters feel great from the moment you put them on and wear well. Well done!

  • Guest 29th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I have had these Brasher Hillmaster boots for 11 years and have walked over various terains in them. I have never had a blister from them, they are still waterproof to the ankle and are in great condition. I am so impressed by them that after finally wearing out the sole I will be having them re-soled.


    I can honestly say there is nothing that I don't like about them. If I can't have them resoled I will buy a new pair. There's a distinct lack of leather boots on the market and I've heard to ...

  • Guest 10th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Myself and my partner bought these Brasher Hillmaster boots 18mths and 2yrs ago. I would definitely not recommend them. The soles do not have a good grip and they leak. I did the leakage test as suggested by Brasher and there was 150ml of water in one of my boots and 125ml in the other - not as much as this in my partner's boots. We are experienced walkers and we take very good care of our boots. The recommended cream has been used on the boots after every walk. Whilst the company have sai ...

  • Guest 17th Jul 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Ist pair returned within 30 days due to fault with rand. Replacement pair returned within 30 days due to heels coming off both boot. Waiting for my refund even though they have my boots. Was warned about Brasher Hillmaster boots falling to bits. Didnt believe them to my detrement. Wish I had read this review first. Brasher boots, they are a disgrace.

  • Guest 23rd Apr 2009

    Reviewer rating: 2.5 stars


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    I have just returned my second pair of Brasher hillmasters. i am very disappointed with them. I have always worn brashers and the quality seems to have deteriated.

  • classic0904 17th Apr 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    brasher hillmaster boots are well made and finished, and very easy to break in. Never had any problems with these boots and find them comfortable with no blister problems at all.

  • Guest 12th Apr 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I work in these Brasher Hillmaster boots 12 hours a day.Only replace when the sole is flat and becomes dangerous.I get through three pairs a year.Never once treated the leather with anything and always water proof.Today 5 hrs watering plants on the nursery feet perfectly dry.All day comfort and great support.Easy boot to drive in booth car and HGV.

  • Guest 10th Mar 2009

    Reviewer rating: 3 stars


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    Brasher Hillmaster walking boots are very comfortable after break in. Lasted 5 years various conditions of use from road to fells and Glastobury fayre. Bad points are: Very poor ankle support.turned ankle twice with these boots,heal far to high.Overpriced by 25%.Must have regular leather cleaning and polish to keep waterproof. A moderate walking boot.

  • mardavrio 30th Jan 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    I was looking forward to my new Brashers 2 and a half years ago. they were the most expensive boot i had ever invested in . unfortunately I've discovered big price does not mean big results . I wear walking boots minimum 3 times a week 52 weeks a year on uneven slippy terrain . Brashers have let me down seriously on support and grip after a short period . when I pay good money it takes a while to admit ( after perseverance ) that I may have spent unwisely . Pity as they remain very waterproof an ...

  • paramotorclub Rank: Lance Corporal 21st Oct 2008

    Reviewer rating: 0 stars


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    Here is my complaint about my nice new walking boots from brasherDuring the Tip to Tip 2008 expedition which was raining loads, I decided to buy a nice new pair of brasher walking boots in Inverness.They were lovely and warm and dry and comfy and everything that you want from a £130 pair of boots. Until I walked through some wet grass for the first time.While walking around a 9 acre field of short wet grass, i felt what seemed to be water? no way, water? Gor Tex? Brasher? but indeed, 15 m ...

  • Guest 5th Oct 2008

    Reviewer rating: 2.5 stars


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    Within 2 years welt pealed away and had excessive heel and sole wear. Waste of money given that my predceeding zamberlans lasted for 10 years with greater annual usage, until I split leather!

  • sara p cliff 28th Sep 2008

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    Reputation high quality boot. I bought a pair pf women's Hillmaster's in March as a birthday treat. I have worn them on road two or three times since. On a recent trip to Iona I have suffered severe heel blisters and damage, very painful. Do I take them back to the shop ??

  • Guest 2nd Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 3.5 stars


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    Wore these while walking the WEST HIGHLAND WAY. Not one blister.... Good socks help of course.

  • Guest 22nd Jun 2008

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    If you look around you can get these boots on the web for just short of £100. They are widely touted as the most popular hill walking boots in the UK, however, for an extra £20 or less if you webtraw,l and get the slightly older model, you can get a pair of Scarpa Ranger GTX - better quality leather, Vibram sole unit (there's a good reason that the majority of boots with a RRP over £100 use Vibram) and hardly any trade off in weight. I've just made this replacement and have ...

  • Guest 9th Apr 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I've had a pair of Hillmasters since 1995 (the same pair!) I've had the sole replaced once but wouldn't swap them, they were comfortable straight away and with a decent pair of socks I've had no chaffing problems at all.

  • hillgardener 8th Mar 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    The Brasher Hillmaster boots are fantastic. I have even forgotten how long ago I purchase mine - 5-7 years ago - EXCELLENT - so comfortable, ladies BUT with leather heel cuff. So good, I persuaded my husband - his are superb and so very comfortable BUt with a stupid suede ankle cuff which has torn severel times - so old shirts and copydex - looksd horrid but very pracical - what a shame to cheapen such maginificent boots. I will still buy again (when they finally wear out) - but so far they look ...

  • hikerfromcanada 14th Feb 2008

    Reviewer rating: 2 stars


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    Thinking I was buying a quality product , after two years of fairly easy hiking, I was disappointed with the premature wear of the heels and portions of both soles which have worn completely smooth, with one heel actually 'peeling' away. I say premature wear since my last pair of 'sundowner' boots which were similarly - priced gave me many years of fairly rugged hiking over rocky terrain with no such wear on the soles.

  • ericforster 30th Dec 2007

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Good all round boot that offers good support and a blister free walking experience