Blundstone Style 550 Walnut Brown Boots with Shoe Polishing Brush

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I have some alternatives below that solve these issues, but there’s a big caveat: Blundstone boots have a specific shape to them that I haven’t found elsewhere. They look pretty cool, and they’re trendy and popular. The Blundstone 1615 Chelsea boots, a waxed suede finish boots in Dark Olive leather. The 1615 is an unassuming but sophisticated twist on the Original 500 Series boot. With a Water-repellent upper and strong rubber soles. The Dark Olive Suede boot is a modern twist on a timeless design. One of the best-selling Blundstone boots, the 500 design is made from quality premium leather. A classic pull-on Chelsea boot with elastic side panels to make this effortless. These lightweight boots have PU/TPU rubber outsole with removable insoles. Available in Stout Brown leather. Blundstone boots are not only shaped like a human foot but they also mold to the wearer’s foot over time, making them custom and unique to you. Pull Tabs

I also like that the footbed is removable so you can add your own custom insert if you struggle with foot fatigue or any sort of pain. Blundstones are certainly comfortable, and they have plenty of room in the toe box. If you feel like your feet are wider than most, you’ll love Blundstones because they give you plenty of room around the toes and at the ball of your foot, while keeping your heel snug and secure. Break-in Period For men, finding the right size is pretty simple—just get a full size lower than you normally would in your normal sneakers or dress shoes.

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These systems also help to encourage upstream suppliers to improve their own environmental practices. If you know the Australian brand Blundstone then you know about “The Original” Blundstone 500 boot that is as versatile as it is aesthetically pleasing. For over 50 years not much has changed when it comes to this boot because the initial design and technology continues to prove itself over and over to be a cornerstone for the brand.

I like that I can dress them up with jeans and a nice sweater for a comfortable look, but still wear them with all of my warmest layers and take on a snowstorm. As seen in the pictures above, I wouldn't hesitate to wear them in the snow. The outsoles have more than enough grip to confidently traverse wet, slippery, or slushy situations in the winter. Since the Blundstone 550 and 585 are each made of different leather types, they do require different methods of care, which we will discuss below. 1. Full grain leather of Blundstone 550If after trying on the boots you find that they are a bit big but not enough to warrant dropping down a size, you can lift up the footbed of the boots and insert a thin insole underneath. This will give a snugger fit. Blundstones come in UK/AU sizes, which are different than US sizing. For instance, I’m a size 10.5 in US sizing, which makes me a size 9.5 in AU sizing, which Blundstone uses. If you're after an everyday pair of boots that are comfortable, hardwearing and boast a timeless sense of style, then look no further than these Blundstone 550 pull on boots for men. Now that we’ve covered what makes the Blundstone brand stand out from the others and established that the 500 is their best-selling boot, it’s time to introduce the latest and greatest, the Blundstone 550, and what the differences are between the two.

A fitting option for both dressy and informal occasions alike, the Blundstone Comfort 550 Chelsea Boot arrives with detailed stitching along the heel and upper, delivering an undeniably sleek aesthetic appeal to them. One of the standout features of these boots is the level of comfort they provide. The boots come equipped with cushioned EVA and Poron®XRD Technology insoles, specially designed to offer superior protection when it's needed most. The insoles work together with the leather and synthetic inner lining to provide a soft and supportive fit that will keep your feet restful all day long. A similar model to this is the Barbour Readhead, though they have a lace-up system. Stops Slis Leather is considered a renewable material, and we currently source 95% of our leather from sustainably certified tanneries. We also choose to be a member of the Leather Working Group for a range of reasons, the key being access to their environmental assessment tools, audit protocol and rating system, and third party services. I'm not the most fashionable reporter here — far from it — but when I first got a pair of Blundstone boots, while I appreciated them for their rough-and-ready design, I wasn't a huge fan of the aesthetic. What's with the two oversized tags? Is this a Chelsea boot for shepherds? For old folks? I couldn't quite place the style. The Blundstone 550 uses a mold-injected TPU outsole that’s cemented onto the leather upper. This is my biggest concern with Blundstones—yes, cemented construction is cheap and fast, but if the glue fails or if it wasn’t applied perfectly, there’s a good chance the leather will separate from the sole. I've been a Doc Marten person for as long as I can remember, but I never really loved the look of the brand's Chelsea boots. So when my colleague Sally Kaplan told me about these Blundstones, I was almost immediately smitten. I got them in rustic brown, and I haven't really taken them off since.The 550 has a steel shank, which is an improvement over the Original—the steel shank helps with arch support and adds stability into the mid-foot. By using Blundstone’s renovating cream, apply a small amount to a polishing cloth or brush. Using circular motions, rub the cloth or brush against the boot. I don’t think the Blundstone 550 is a bad boot. If you choose to buy them, I’m sure you’ll still get a year or two of hard wearing out of them. Still, I slipped them on and thought, these are Ugg boots masquerading as something a little less frumpy, a little less embarrassing (for me). The shearling lining on the insole offers the same effect of walking on a pillow or a cloud, but this was a pair of boots I could stand to be caught dead in. Take a dry clean towel and dab the shoes to remove any excess moisture and let air dry (keeping away from direct sunlight or heaters).

The 550 is the 500 but with a few improvements and new technology. For some of you, these will be worth the new price point and for others, you will be just fine continuing to wear the original style. Honestly, both versions are great, it will just be up to your individual needs and preferences. Dampen a suede brush with water and put a small amount of suede and leather cleaner on it and clean the shoe, as detailed above in the ‘Cleaning Leather’ section. You are comfortable all day long as well due to the Xtreme comfort EVA footbeds and XRD™ Technology in the heel and front of the soles. An easy to pull on work boot with elastic gussets and finger loop pull tabs. Available in Brown Leather.Also, with a Goodyear welt, you get a lot more water resistance, and you have the option to resole the boot in a few years time when the heel eventually wears down.