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I have searched high and low for a well made boot that I can resole and keep for a long time. I want the leather to wear in and develop a nice patina, even with polishing (this requires a full grain leather, which costs more). I want comfort, especially living in the city and doing a lot of walking. I wanted a great look that I could wear both on the weekend and in the office.I did NOT want your hipster Americana cuff my selvedge denim and let my boots get all scuffed up so people think I make things in a machine shop look.
This fit the bill on all fronts. High quality leather with the toe slightly burnished to give it some character out of the box. The leather has been breaking in very well and with some polish + care will last a while. I've polished it only once so far and it is looking good.
It's comfortable. I can walk 3-4 miles a day in NYC and not have my feet feel tired at all. In fact, they feel great, especially compared to some other boots I've owned (John Varvatos, I'm looking at you... the name "hipster chukka" should've had me running, but I went against my better judgment). It's also breathable (thank you full grain leather) so your feet won't funk up.
The Vibram sole is holding up surprisingly well. I went through the first set of combat boots with Vibram sole and those things disintegrated in no time at all. I was hesitant about the sole, but so far it has held up VERY well.
Style is awesome. I can wear with chinos or dark jeans and it looks good. I wear it to the office no problem. I can wear more casually on the weekend and it also fits in. I get lots of compliments on these bad boys.
The fit runs a bit large. I normally wear a 9.5 and the size 9 is perfect with slightly thicker dress socks.
The only thing I have yet to figure out is how to put these on without a shoe horn. There are laces... there is a zipper... but somehow I have to undo all of it and use a shoe horn to get my foot in there, unless I want to wear out the heel leather by stomping on it. Anyway, small gripe. If you take your shoes on/off at the door you may want to think twice, but if you are on the move and keep your boots on all day this is not a big deal.
If you are looking for a nicer, high quality boot that is extremely versatile and don't want to veer off into $300 Red Wing/Wolverine land, this is the boot to get.
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These are great-looking, versatile, well-made boots, but my size 15s were very long in the toe, though they fit very comfortably in the heel and around the foot. I wear 15s regularly, but I ended up returning them and trying size 14s, which are snug (though by no means uncomfortable), and look a lot less clown-y. I think this long toe thing is a common issue with Timberland, though I think just for larger sizes.P.S. EXCELLENT return policy!!! Completely easy and convenient.
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These boots are very stylish and comfortable. They run large. I bought size 10 which I normally wear and they were much too big. I put insoles inside and now they fit me like a glove! If you are in a market for classy and stylish boots, here you found them. Highly recomended!Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Timberland Men's Earthkeepers 6" Zip Boot Premium Boot
These boots are comfortable right out of the box! Other reviewers have commented about sizing. i wear a 10.5 for some brands, an 11 in others. I got at 10.5 and it's perfect!The color has a nice aged patina. They go with everything from dress slacks to jeans. I throw a good natural (clear)polish on to help with water, and off you go.
I'd recommend them, and might grab them again in the future if available!
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