Samelin
M77 Norwegian Combat Boot — Made by Samelin in Estonia, since 1977
M77 Norwegian Combat Boot — Made by Samelin in Estonia, since 1977
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The M77 Combat Boot
Made by Samelin in Tartu, Estonia, since 1977. Same leather, same sole, same last as the boots issued to the Norwegian armed forces today. NATO AQAP 2110 certified.
★4.9 from 12 verified buyers — see reviews below
What you're buying
2.8–3 mm full-grain bovine leather, water-repellent. PU sole, direct-injected (no welt stitching to fail). Cambrelle lining. Removable anatomical antibacterial insole. EU sizing 32–52, slightly wide last; size down if between.
What to expect
The M77 is a structured boot. It needs 2–3 weeks of regular wear to break in fully. The leather softens and conforms to your foot in that period; this is the trade for a boot that lasts 8+ years rather than 1–2. We have a 14-day break-in guide here.
Water-repellent, not waterproof. There's no Gore-Tex membrane. The leather is the barrier — kept conditioned, it handles rain, mud, snow. Designed for re-conditioning every 6 months.
How it compares
| M77 | M77 2.0 | 511 Black | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Combat | Combat | Urban combat |
| Closure | Lace-only | Lace + zipper | Lace-only |
| Sole | Direct-injected PU | Direct-injected PU | Direct-injected PU |
| Leather | 2.8–3 mm full-grain | 2.8–3 mm full-grain | 2.5 mm full-grain |
| Best for | Heavy work, cold-weather | Daily wear, easy on/off | Urban, daily |
| Weight (pair) | ~1.6 kg | ~1.7 kg | ~1.4 kg |
| Price | €159 | €169 | €129 |
Includes
Pair of M77 boots, dust bag, care card, manufacturer's QC sticker.
Warranty & returns
2-year manufacturer warranty (materials + workmanship). 30-day no-questions returns. Free EU shipping above €149.
From buyers
"I've had my Samelin boots for over a year, and they've taken a serious beating—rain, mud, concrete, you name it. Still look good, still feel good." — Ants
"Never heard of Samelin before, but I took a chance. Glad I did. These boots feel like something my grandfather would've worn." — Jonas
"Good, reliable boots, but they took some time to break in. I also got the size wrong at first. I usually wear a 45, but for these, a 44 fit me." — Aivar
Frequently asked
How long is break-in? 2–3 weeks of regular wear; full break-in by ~6 weeks. 14-day guide.
Are they waterproof? Water-repellent. The leather is the barrier; conditioned, handles wet conditions. No membrane.
Can they be resoled? Yes. Through our repair service. ~3 weeks turnaround.
What size should I order? EU sizing, runs slightly wide. Size down if between. Size guide.
What's the difference between M77 and M77 2.0? Side zipper and slightly wider forefoot on the 2.0. Same leather, sole, factory.
Do you ship to my country? EU shipping included. Outside EU available — see shipping policy.
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I've had my Samelin boots for over a year, and they've taken a serious beating—rain, mud, concrete, you name it. Still look good, still feel good.
The leather is thick, the stitching is on point, and they actually get more comfortable the more I wear them. Feels like a secret I almost don't want to share.
Never heard of Samelin before, but I took a chance. Glad I did. These boots feel like something my grandfather would've worn.
I've hiked, worked, and even gone out in them, and they never let me down. Plus, they don't look like some overdesigned tactical gear—just classic, solid boots.
Good, reliable boots, but they took some time to break in. I also got the size wrong at first. I usually wear a 45, but for these, a 44 fit me.