KEEN Utility Men's Braddock Low Soft-Toe Work Shoe

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These are safety toe boots, so there’s a little bit of a weight penalty for the extra protection. Keen Utility mitigates a lot of that with carbon fiber as the material choice. Looking for a soft toe work boot ,but prefer a waterproof option? Our men's Cincinnati 6" waterproof boot adds a KEEN.DRY waterproof, breathable membrane to our classic Cincinnati boot. Many workers prefer wedge boots because of comfort, and if you are looking for waterproof wedge boots, you do have plenty of options. Most all major boot brands offer waterproof wedge work boots. Very comfortable right out of the box. I was working 12-hour days, seven days a week when I received them. I wore them all day right out of the box while working on a boiler job. Tough environment — cutting, welding, climbing, on my feet all day. No complaints. I will definitely buy again.” — James

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Material – This boot is built tough from 100% full-grain leather with flexible Goodyear welt construction. The only boots I have that are made with the injection molding process are the Logandales. They are very comfortable. The uppers are part leather and part synthetic. The midsole is a very resilient PU foam. These are medium duty boots which should last longer than the Manchesters in medium to heavy work. All the boots made in the Portland, OR facility are built with the direct attach process. I heard a lot of good things about Keen boots and the comfort and support they provide, I’d love to get a chance to get a new pair of boots. It’s about time I finally get a new pair as my current boots have seen better days, but even then I still had to buy inserts for my current shoes to help give my feet support. I’m hoping that Keen will be able to provide that, along with a wide selection of different styles of shoes as well.Wet climates demand a waterproof work boot, while dry climates or indoor work do not. Choose between a waterproof, breathable KEEN.DRY membrane or a traditional leather built to match your environment. Plus, every Cincinnati boot has a spacious toe box that gives your toes the freedom to move naturally, as well as a snug heel cup for a sure-footed feel. Our list contains both plain toe and safety toe wedge work boots. And if you prefer USA made work boots, the Thorogood boots listed above are made here in the USA. I bought these to use on a farm. I was thinking maybe the 8” would be too tall. Wow, I can be on my feet all day long. I have no more pain in my feet. — Jen B. “I often work around power tools, extension cords, and live circuits. Electrical hazard protection is important for my job.” Being a union electrician in the construction industry for 24 years strong, I can truly say this keen boot is the best boot ever!! I’ve tried every boot brand known to man/woman, and, hands down, this boot is the best.” — Chanel B.

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We are pleased to partner with KEEN Utility to bring you a boot giveaway. I also want to share with you what has made my boot buying an easier process with the best results for my needs. It’s the first tool I use everyday.The most durable method of constructing KEEN Utility boots is the Goodyear Welt method. Welt Construction is a tried and true method of construction and the oldest practice for footwear manufacturing. How is it built? First, a welt (A heavy strip of leather, rubber or plastic) is stitched to the bottom edge of the upper. Then, a strip of canvas or leather is cemented to the insole of the shoe as a point of attachment for the sole. After that, the space that is enclosed by the welt is filled with cork or another material that is breathable. Finally, the outsole is both cemented and stitched to the welt. Not only is it stronger and more durable, it is also possible to resole. This adds even more to the durability. Nice write up about boots in general. I couldn’t agree more about boots being an important tool that we use everyday. I don’t understand guys who buy cheap boots and have feet problems. Did you really save money? Is the pain worth it? I’m like you, I’ve worn almost every major brand of boot and LOVE Keens. I think I’m on my 6th pair now. I love the Pittsburghs. They fit me well and serve a variety of applications. I also have the Logandales. Hopefully I’ll get another pair! Comfort – Not only is this a wedge sole, which provides comfort, these boots do have cushioned footbeds to help reduce more stress off your foot. Given the style and comfort we’ve experienced, we think it competes well against other brands’ premium boots in the same price range. Carrying building supplies, wearing a tool belt all day, or simply working in a construction zone can take a toll on your body. Everything you can do to support your feet and ankles helps make your work day a little safer.

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Keen’s removable insole is the final piece of the comfort puzzle. It’s a dual-density polyurethane material that tops it off with an aerated pillow-top cushioning.

Due to this diversity and because I have some pretty harsh foot and ankle problems, I use different boots for different days. Sometimes I need a waterproof boot. Sometimes I need a boot that breathes. I normally wear a safety toe but I don’t have to every day. The side materials are held together with more typical thinner double and triple stitching. All of the stitches are a lighter contrasting color to the medium brown of the boots we tried. Additional Design Features Keen Utility Cincinnati work boots hit it out of the park for anyone who works long days on concrete, asphalt, steel, and other hard surfaces. It has the comfort of a wedge enhanced by a softer midsole and combined with a more aggressive outsole design than most wedges. One thing that really stands out as unique about Brunt, and why I think you should consider them, is their boots have an adjustable width so that you can match the boot to the shape of your foot. Very nice write up! If I wasn’t already a huge fan of keen boots you would’ve made me take notice of them. I have a similar variety from my work that demands different boots for different days. You’re absolutely right you need more than one tool! My feet have been much happier now that I switch boots out every other day!