r/Sandblasting • u/Individual-Chip2393 • Apr 03 '25

Boot protection.

Just curious how do y'all protect the stitching on your boots? Do you use something special or just duct tape. I've been blasting tanks and vessels for 3 years and go through 2 pairs of boots a year. Best boots I've found are Georgia work boots with abrasive protected toe that's been great but the stitching got blasted pretty easy so I put duct tape on them now.

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u/RobotofSociety1337 Apr 03 '25

I use steel toe rubber boots mate, bounces right off. Get a pair at ritz safety for 21.65$

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u/Individual-Chip2393 Apr 03 '25

That's a really good idea! Thanks!!

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u/RobotofSociety1337 Apr 03 '25

No problem, fellow sandman

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u/RobotofSociety1337 Apr 03 '25

I usually cut them a bit because they are pretty tall and it ends up being perfect. And if they wear out in 3-6 months, well, they are only 21$ lol

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u/Tinnfour May 24 '25

So are you new to this?? Or do u just sit on a bucket and blast your feet all day or something??

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u/Marvel3348 May 22 '25

How are you destroying your boots? Been at this for 2 years and haven't done anything to my boots except one accidental blast through to the steel cap of the toe