Red Wing Mens Beckman Full Grain Leather Boots

Was suprised just how solid of a boot this is. Nice and heavy. Super thick leather. Nice but tough. I dig the lower toe box. I'm in between sizes and I think if I had gotten the blacksmith in my larger size the toe box would have been too much but with the beckman it's perfect. Not worried about the speed hooks. My iron rangers are 5 years old and the tounge is fine

I wanted something more dressy than my Iron Rangers, with a lower toe profile. These boots hit the mark. The black cherry looks great and, in my opinion, better in person than in the pictures on the site. I've gotten quite a few compliments. Very versatile color. I ordered true to size (1/2 size larger than my Iron Rangers) and they seem to fit well. I'm not having issues (mentioned in other reviews) with the speed hooks damaging the tongue. There are some light scuffs on the tongue that are to be expected, but not causing excessive damage or wear. The back of my speed hooks feel relatively smooth to the touch. I like Red Wing heritage boots, but I'm not against purchasing another brand. I looked at other similarly designed options from other brands, but did not find another USA Made boot of this quality at this price point.