No authority on what to do, but I’ve had thick, hard leather turn away 7-8 copperhead strikes. I hope it can turn away a small rattler, but no real clue. Never had one actually get me....but not for lack of trying. I would say I just try not to get bit, but I’ve had my run ins, no matter how careful. Should probably wear snakeproof stuff and carry a kit, at least when spring turkey hunting and fall bow. I’m generally in cell contact and not too long from access. I prep different if I’m truly off grid for long, but nothing snakeproof with regards to boots has ever been suitable for walking very far, at least on my feet. When I get an extra $700, maybe I should call up HG Russell?
