Product Description
Our number 1 selling black boot - this lightweight, side zipper boot provides all day comfort.
| List Price: | $109.95 |
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Product Details
- Size: 10 D(M) US
- Color: Black
- Brand: Bates
- Model: 8" Tactical Sport Side Zip-M
- Fabric type: Leather and fabric
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 5.00 pounds
Features
- Full grain leather upper with 1680 denier nylon
- YKK nylon side zipper
- Cushioned removable insert
- Slip resistant rubber outsole
- Athletic cement construction
From the Manufacturer
Founded in 1885 as a dress shoe manufacturer, today Bates Footwear is dedicated to the development and manufacturing of uniform footwear for all branches of the military and civilian police forces. In 2003, the company joined the billion-dollar footwear giant, Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. and is headquartered in Rockford, Michigan. Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is one of the world’s leading marketers of branded casual, active lifestyle, work, outdoor sport and uniform footwear. The company’s portfolio of highly recognized brands includes: Bates, Chaco, Cushe, Hush Puppies, HYTEST, Merrell, Sebago and Wolverine. The company is also the exclusive footwear licensee of popular brands including Cat Footwear, Harley-Davidson Footwear, and Patagonia Footwear. The company’s products are carried by leading retailers in the U.S. and globally in 190 countries or territories.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
By George Swing
First of all this criteria needed to be met for my Fire Cadet program(Kind of like an apprenticeship for fire fighting)
1.) Needed to be about 8"
2.) Needed to be polishable
3.) Needed to look professional
4.) Needed Side Zippers
5.) Be comfortable for 13 hour shifts
And these boots easily met all of these criteria. I've been using them for about 3 months and I expect to keep using them for 6 more. I did put some Dr. Scholls in them because they are absolutely amazing, and now they're even more comfortable than my sneakers.
Pros:
1.) Look incredibly sharp and professional.
2.) Zipper has been working great so far.
3.) Incredibly comfortable and provides great support.
4.) Very durable.
5.) Very light.
Cons:
1.) Made in China, but, I haven't had any problems with that. (I'd rather it be $90-$100 than $180)
2.) Although the sole is "oil resistant" and has worked well so far I would have preferred a Vibram one.
In conclusion, if you're in need of a black boot and you don't feel like spending $150+ on a pair get these. To avoid getting a "lemon" buy it from a retail store and check it out before you buy. I also suggest buying some Dr. Scholls for work boots, they are a God Send. Great buy, highly highly recommended. 9.6/10
15 of 19 people found the following review helpful.
By Laszlo
These fit great and work very well. I plan to buy more, BUT...
The good news:
I wear mine all day every day, walking or hiking about 4 miles a day, plus ridiculous amounts of desk work, as well as rugged beach rock/cliff climbing exercise. They work and feel great!
The neutral news:
They aren't great "running" shoes. However, they are not being billed as "running" shoes, so I am NOT taking off points for this! It's just a warning that these may not be the best choice for your running style training. When I used these for running I began to have some shin splint issues. Another person might not have the same problem. However they are great for walking, hiking, rugged terrain (!), all-day wear, and sure, some occasional running.
The bad news:
(1) They're made in China! (sigh!!) So of course the last pair I got had about a 2-inch section of stitching next to the lower laces that missed the mark, leaving a completely un-sewn gap big enough to slip a finger through, and making it impossible to tighten the laces without ripping open even more of the seam. For me (!) this particular issue was not a problem, as I was able make repairs myself (one of my hobbies is making my own clothing). But this is exactly the sort of lack-of-quality issue that seems to come so very often from trade with Communist China (good move, Bates!).
(2) The tread on these is a little unusual and wears unusually fast in some places. Much of the tread is in the shape of little cylinders about 15mm across. This seems to make the sole a little more flexible than soles with other treads, but the individual cylinders wear down very quickly. This combination allows the pressure points of the foot to push a select few of these cylinders down against the ground harder than others, causing a strange wear pattern where five or six cylinders are worn down completely (!), but right next to them they are surrounded by other cylinders that appear almost new. This results in accelerated wear in some spots, forcing you to replace while the rest of the shoe is still in great condition (planned obsolescence maybe?).
I'd gladly give these another star if they had more durable tread, or if they were at least made in the USA. Conversely, I plan to give an even lower review if my next pair also has any manufacturing errors (and possibly switch to another brand).
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
By UTMorpheus
I bought these boots initially because I worked retail and was on my feet 8+ hours a day, and shoes were just not comfortable enough even with padding and insoles. After buying these boots I immediately felt better, and even had more energy. My feet no longer hurt, and I was not tired after a full day of work, and even jogging for a few miles they did not hurt my feet. They are by far the most comfortable footwear I have owned. I have had my pair for over two years of daily use, and they are just beginning to wear down. The traction and sole life on them is incredible, the ankle support is amazing, the overall quality is perfect for urban work wear. I have since quit my retail job and am now working for a company with a strict dress code, and the boot looks professional enough to be considered acceptable footwear. Overall I am more than impressed with the quality, fit, durability, price, and look of these boots.
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