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Barnacle Bill The Sailor
September 14, 2019
Typical Rockport quality, value, comfort, and style
Full disclosure, I'm a huge Rockport fan. I've bought their shoes and boots for years because they've always fit me well and they make a really comfortable shoe at a decent price that has always held up pretty well for me.To begin, I bought the "Tan" color and these are anything but tan. These are a dark chocolate brown in a flat finish nubuck leather with a brown / grey synthetic sole. But they look exactly like the photo in the product listing and that's what I wanted so I don't really care what Rockport calls the color.These are also made with Rockport's proprietary "Hydro Shield" design which makes them waterproof and that was important to me because I live in New England. Fall is wet and winters come with snow, slush, ice, and salt. So having a reasonably fashionable Chukka boot that can handle the weather is just practical. I've owned another pair of Rockport Hydro Shield Chukka boots for about three years and they have worked fine for me.Are these a high end fashion boot with stitched leather soles? No! But they look pretty good and the lugged rubber soles will do better in mud and slush than a flat leather sole. Also the waterproof uppers will survive a lot better than dress shoe leather while being much easier to keep looking good. And finally, these are 1/3 to 1/4 the price of a delicate high end fashion boot. That made the decision a lot easier.Also, the Rockport partnership with Adidas has produced a dress boot with near running shoe comfort. These are incredibly comfortable right out of the box. I wear a size 11 D (medium) width. That's what I ordered and they fit me perfectly. A fashion boot is not going to have this level of comfort.Also it's really hard to find a nice looking men's ankle height boot that doesn't have a zipper on the side. I guess I'm old fashioned but those seem like fake boots to me and something a poseur would wear. I want a men's boot styled like a men's boot right down to a functional lacing system not some zipper closure destined to fail or leak water.I bought these boots to go with a new dark brown distressed leather jacket and leather flat cap for fall and winter and I couldn't be happier with my choice. Rockport wins again.
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good boots
I usually wear a 12 wide. I purchased these shoes in an 11.5 wide and the fit is very nice. There is plenty of toe room and my feet don't feel cramped even with thick socks, nor does the boot slip around on my foot. These boots have a great "wear like shoes" quality and are not clunky or too heavy. I wanted a boot that would comfortable for all day wear (light and walkable) but weatherproof and these fit the bill well. I've worn them on snowy days, rainy days and walked through dirt and mud--my feet have stayed nice and dry. A downside is that these shoes do not do much to keep your feet warm. With thick wool socks, this is not a problem.I don't see myself wearing them outside of the late fall/winter/early spring, so hopefully these boots will last several years. They look nice with jeans and even khakis and are comfortable enough to wear all day. Just make sure to order a half to full size down--they do run a bit large.
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Good quality and comfortable boot that won’t break the bank.
This is my second pair of Rockport’s Rugged Bucks, and I really like them. They’re a good quality boot. The wide size fits my wide feet great. They are absolutely waterproof and great for the winter months (or any inclement weather). Only two critiques: laces could be more durable and the boots could use a little more arch support. But besides that they’re my everyday boot that I wear, very comfortable, and don’t need to be “broken in” much at all. There really is no insulation properties so I do recommend a warmer sock in the colder months if you’ll be wearing these while outside.
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KathleenM
August 17, 2025
Great, Affordable Gift for Men and Boys
Well made. Stylish. Comfortable.
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Alex Mays
January 16, 2018
If they last, these will be my new favorite boot.
These boots are incredibly comfortable. The break in period only took about 2 days, but they were still comfortable the first day I tried them on. I've had other boots including DrMartens and I prefer these Rockports. With that being said, some could worry that such a comfortable boot may not last. I can't speak to their longevity as I've only had them for 4 months, but so far, I haven't experienced any premature wear on these. I do worry about the soles wearing down too quickly based on other reviews. I don't wear these everyday, but at least twice a week, including walking on a hard concrete floor all day at my job. I've taken these boots on hikes, worked in a woodshop, and trekked through the snow. I'm very pleased with these boots and sincerely hope they last. I am expecting to get at least 3 years out of these considering the $109 price tag.A few notable features I like about this boot.1. They are incredibly lightweight.2. (Removable) Cushioned soles provide better support and comfort than most other boots I've tried.3. The padded ankle opening/ tongue. Both the ankle and tongue have a little bit of padding. Not too much, but enough to avoid flimsy support around the ankle/ front of shin.4. Waterproofing. Unless water goes above the opening of the shoe, your feet are going to stay dry. The tongue has waterproof material attaching it to the boot so there is no entry for water.5. Style. These boots are sharp, classy, but also rugged. I've had many compliments on them and they go well with my Levi's. They seem to be aging well, only looking better with a few scuffs here and there that add to their character.As far as sizing, I normally wear 11.5 in Vans, usually a 12 in Nike, so I purchased a size 11 in these boots and they fit perfectly.
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These are some nice boots
I bought them to wear everyday. I got some big flat wide size 13 feet and i have plenty of room in these boots. It's amazing how they don't make my feet look so wide like in sneakers or other boots. But wow, they look so good that I want to buy another pair for going out.
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