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Amazon Customer
August 25, 2025
Order 1.5 sizes smaller than your
Order 1.5 sizes smaller than normal on US sizing.Sounds crazy, but I needed a 10.5 when I have always worn a 12.Wide is Super super wide.So far great boots and really stable / comfortable.Amazing quality feel for the price.
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Best boot I ever got
blown away by their quality and performance! These boots are a game-changer for anyone needing durable, comfortable work footwear.First off, the safety toe feels solid without being bulky—perfect for my construction job where hazards are a daily reality. The boots are surprisingly lightweight, so my feet don’t feel weighed down after a 10-hour shift. The slip-resistant sole grips like a champ, even on wet or oily surfaces, giving me confidence on the job site.Comfort is where these boots shine. The cushioned insole and padded collar make them feel broken-in right out of the box—no blisters or sore feet! The leather is tough yet flexible, and the stitching looks built to last. I’ve worn them in mud, rain, and heat, and they’ve held up flawlessly while keeping my feet dry.Style-wise, they’re rugged but sharp enough to wear off-site without looking out of place. Sizing was spot-on, and the price feels like a steal for this level of quality. Iron Age nailed it with the IA5017—highly recommend for anyone needing reliable, comfy safety boots that don’t quit!
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Industrial Strength.......and comfortable too.
I'm currently on my fourth pair of IRON AGE groundbreaker boots,changed annually. As a welder,blacksmith and metal fabricator my boots are exposed to harsh conditions constantly for 60-70 hours a week.Safety,comfort and durability are a must and these deliver.After 30 years with another brand(C*r*l**a) I was forced to switch after developing horrible heel and ankle pain from a poorly constructed pair.IRON AGE turned out to be a blessing and I healed up quickly after a trial run and plan to stay with the groundbreaker.One quality issue on my third pair. The stiching on the upper let loose in one area....pic #2....the leather on the bottom overlapped the top piece and created a spot to catch sparks. I was really happy to see that my latest pair is stiched with a top overlap,sparks should roll right off now.....see pic #3.....Kudos to IRON AGE for continuous improvement.Sizing runs a tad large so I wear a half size smaller than any other shoe or boot. This has been consistent over the four pairs.Besides the overall comfort my favorite feature is the sole. The VIBRAM has proven to be industructible and the double stiching around the toe will NOT let loose. Fantastic!This flat-footed middle-aged metal-man heartily endorses this work boot by IRON AGE!
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William
December 11, 2023
Good protective boots
I like the protection and comfort, I didn't like how many sizes I had to try, the boots run about 1 and a half bigger, I wear 10.5 and had to get size 9 to be comfortable but now Im Happy 😁
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Better than my redwings ....
Better than my redwings .....Very tuff boot thick leather fit greatThis is probably the best work boot I have ever hadThey are also nice and wide
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Heydi Murcia
July 26, 2025
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Conor G.
February 17, 2023
Extremely comfortable out of the box!
I was a bit skeptical about these when I first saw them, however after reading some good reviews I decided to give them a try. And I must say, they're definitely some great boots! To be honest they're probably the most comfortable boot right out of the box that I've ever owned. I also liked how they offer all their sizes in a wide version, as I have wide feet and not many boot companies make theirs wide in all sizes.One thing to note, is that they definitely run large. I wear a 9.5 shoe size, so when I first ordered them I got that size because I thought they would be a good fit. When I got them, they were HUGE. I previously had a pair of size 10 Doc Martens Ironbridge boots, and the 9.5 wides I got of these were a whole inch longer than my Docs. I sent them back and got an 8.5 wide and they're a near perfect fit. All in all, very good boots for the price, very comfortable and tough as all the rest!
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