Herman Survivors Men's Oakridge 6" Steel Toe Work Boots

There are a lot of work boot son the market. A good portion of those boots look good but are cheaply made. I'm not sure that these Herman Survivors will fit into the category of stylish footwear, but they certainly are well made and built to last. Top grain leather uppers that are anchored to the sole with a Goodyear welt is one of the most obvious signs. The majority of modern shoes and boots have their uppers glued to the soles. That method looks nice and sleek, but a Goodyear Welt is significantly more robust. By sewing the uppers to welt that encircles the entire footbed and then sewing the welt to the sole, the boot can be made to be significantly more waterproof and durable. It also allows the sole to be replaced comparatively easily. For years, this was the way all shows were made. Not so much anymore. The method is too expensive and makes the shows last too long so you cannot sell a second pair. Beyond the welt, these boots have removeable insoles, an antimicrobial lining, and a steel toe. The only negative to the boots is the steel toe design. You will need a relatively narrow foot to feel comfortable in these boots. The steel toes in on the restrictive size. So, make sure you try these on with the socks you would normally wear. Do that and you will have a pair of great boots that will last you a long long time.

I live on a 5-acre farm and I do a variety of chores including using pole saws, hammers, ax, hole diggers, etc. I need a boot that will keep my feet safe yet are comfortable to wear. These Oakridge Painter Boot fit my feet perfectly and were comfy from the moment I put them on. They are easy to lace up and tie, with enough strings to do a double knot, so they will not come untied. I love the steel toe feature as I am prone to drop heavy items on my feet from time to time. The thick soles protect my feet from nails and other sharp things. The soles also let me stomp on a shovel and not hurt my feet. They are well made, I have worn them daily and put them in tough situations, but they still look as good as when I got them.