Caterpillar Men's Second Shift Steel Toe Work Boot, Dark Brown, 11

Due to the fact that I have serious Neuropathy in both feet, and my left foot is larger than my right foot, I'm always hesitant to purchase shoes or boots--any shoes or boots. And, I'm even more hesitant to purchase work boots without having the opportunity to first try them. So, it was with great trepidation that I purchased this pair of Caterpillar Work Boots. Nevertheless, I just sort of "let it rip." Once the Caterpillar Work Boots arrived, I tried them on, and wore them inside my house. Obviously, I figured if the fit was less-than-acceptable, or they hurt my feet, I'd simply box them up and return them to Amazon. Amazingly, not only did they NOT hurt my feet, they fit spectacularly well; and they were even comfortable. Now, I've purchased far-too-many pairs of work boots throughout my life to even attempt to keep count, and NEVER have I ever had a pair of work boots fit as well as the Caterpillar Work Boots. They are simply amazing--I have no other way to describe them. Since receiving these Caterpillar Work Boots back in February 2020, I've worn them a number of times; and when I've worn them, I've had them on for an extended period of hours. I'm serious when I say these Caterpillar Work Boots are even more comfortable than any of my New Balance athletic shoes. Due to my severe Neuropathy, my Podiatrist suggested that I wear New Balance athletic shoes. New Balance athletic shoes are supposed to be "the poor man's answer to severe Neuropathy." And, I do agree that they ARE for "poor men"; I wear New Balance athletic shoes because my Podiatrist wanted to sell me a pair of custom-maid Diabetic shoes at the very pricey sum of $1,050.00 (one thousand fifty dollars, and zero cents). Since my health insurance plan will not cover the custom made Diabetic shoes, and custom-made insoles (i.e.; inserts), also at the extremely pricey sum of $450.00 (four hundred fifty dollars, and zero cents), I'm on-my-own for modalities. Well, heck, wearing the Caterpillar Work Boots is so comfortable I just might make them my "everyday shoes." After all I'm a resident of deep-south southwestern North Carolina, way up in the Blue Ridge Mountains, so around these here-parts, the Caterpillar Work Boots just might be considered "very down-home; and very, very stylish." Y'all never know! But, I'd definitely recommend these Caterpillar Work Boots: they're very comfortable; exceptionally durable (they haven't even begun to show the slightest bit of wear); they have a great safety track record; and they're quite affordable. And, if you doubt me about the "affordable" part of my review, just check the prices on some of the competitor's work boots. You'll be shocked! The Caterpillar Work Boots are definitely deserving of Five Stars!

Excelente! Já tive outras duas destas, continua como sempre. Confortável e excelente proteção para os pés!

The quality of this show was more than I had expected

This is a product that I found very satisfying in my recent purchases from Amazon. These are well made, the fit is excellent and comfortable without much break in. They are very good looking and the finish is almost dress shoe appearance. I am not a huge fan of the yellow name on them, however, I feel that since the quality is so good, Caterpillar should be known as a boot maker that also builds some nice machinery ! Buy these in your regular size, and buy with confidence.

It's a good boot for the money, but a few minor improvements would make it a lot better. On the "negative" side, the tongue is attached to the sides only about half way up and the upper part of the tongue is narrow and won't stay centered. That leaves a gap on one side or the other, where dirt can get inside the boot. If you don't mind the dirt getting inside, you might as well wear shoes instead of boots. The grooves on the bottom of the soles should be redesigned so as to carry less mud into your car / truck / house. There are too many grooves and they're too deep. The big, yellow logos on both sides of each boot, and its tongue, are way too much. We're not being paid to advertise. On the "positive" side, the leather seems to be fairly good quality. The boots are comfortable. Steel toe and steel shank are a "must", and these boots have both. I tried to see if the soles would leave streak marks on the kitchen floor, and they didn't. Summary: For the money, these may be the best available boots, but with a few minor improvements, they could be a lot better.