Frye Jackson Engineer SKU: #7572608

David L

from Western Canada

These are my third pair of Fryes -- I already own the black 12L Harness and Dark Brown Outside Zip Heath. Compared to those two styles, the dark brown Jackson Engineers are a little bit dressier with the lower rounded toe, but still retain a bit of a gritty boot look, especially with the buckles. The subtle darkening of the leather along the edges make the boots look a little broken in -- nice touch. The fit is very comfortable right off the bat, with almost no break-in period. Unlike the 12R Harness, these boots fit true to size, just like the Heath Outside Zips -- don’t go down a size if you order these. Finally, Frye has decided to incorporate rubber soles with the leather -- no need to spend another $40 to get rubber soles, like I had to do with my Heaths - and the sole is quite unique. My one knock is related to quality. While I’ve only examined one pair -- the ones I purchased online -- these came with a slight defect in the colouring of the brown, basically a couple of streaks of red only really visible in the light. Maybe it’s an artifact of the darkening of the leather as noted above. It’s not really worth sending them back, given my size seems to be sold out everywhere and I’ll likely be the only one who notices it.

Brands I'd also recommend: Frye 12R Harness, Outside Zip Heath

Anonymous

from Boston, Massachusetts

Solid shoe. I've had my pair for about half a year, and have no problems. I wear a 9.5 sneaker normally, and ordered a 9. they were really tight to start, but the leather stretched a lot.I ended up getting some inserts to fill up the space after I broke them in and they're perfect now. I suggest ordering a half size or even a size smaller since the leather does stretch for a while after you start wearing them. I'd also recommend getting inserts for them if you aren't used to a boot, since they don't have the best shock absorption compared to other shoes (which you really start to notice after walking for a few hours on concrete). All in all, I'm glad I got them. I have a friend that has been wearing a pair of Frye harness boots for the last 6 years, and they are still in great condition. Frye makes a boot that will last.

Geoff G

from Atlanta

No one at work knows I'm wearing a boot. With dress trousers, they look like regular old monk-straps. The strap is curling outward, but I'll figure that part out. Love the boots!

Brands I'd also recommend: Ecco, Timberland Boot Co.

Anonymous

Made in Mexico, great looking boot, almost impossible to get on (they fit and are comfortable once on). Rear internal seam burst with a few wears, stitching near the buckle broke from pulling them on. the rear of the boot needs reinforcement so the boot doesn't crumple as your heel slides down into it. May work for smaller sized feet. Expected US made and higher quality for the cost. Next time will go Red Wing or spend more and get Alden.

Brands I'd also recommend: Red Wing, Timberland Boot Company, Thorogood

Mary

from Long Island, New York

I bought these boots for my Dad for Christmas and he absolutely loved them. They are beautifully made and because they are Frye, you know they will last forever. This boot in particular is very versatile, it can be worn casually or dressed up. It took him a couple of pulls to get them on initially (like many Fryes) but now they slip on without any problem. He said they are true to size & comfortable. I love them, he loves them, we love Frye and Zappos!

Mark W

The boot style speaks for itself -- classic. The brand Frye is a no-brainer and Zappos is of course the hands-down favorite when it comes to shoes, at all.

Mike M

I couldn't be happier with my purchase. The Frye boots fit true to size and were comfortable to wear all day as of the first wearing. They look dressy and people don't necessarily see them as bulky boots with jeans and semi-dressy clothes. I bought them to ride my motorcycle with, and they are perfect for that as well. No regrets with the price paid so far, though perhaps the "made in Mexico" thing explains a couple of pencil marks and one or two points of "iffy" stitching. Don't expect any problems with these very minor issues. Can't wait 'til winter!

Reece G

from Augusta, GA

Fantastic boots. Excellent quality, and they look even better with time and wear.

Paul P

from Joplin, MO

This boot happened to be my first purchase from Zappos.com, as well as my first Frye brand boot. I must say, both companies lived up to the name. Zappos was fast and easy, with awesome information for the product. I don't think that online shopping can get any better. As for the boot, it was also up to the praise I have read on the internet for the Frye brand. I went with the Jackson style Engineer boot because of the toe shape and the low heel. I am not a fan of the squared off toe or the really thick chunky heels. I ordered a full size smaller than what I normally would, and they fit great out of the box. I will however be returning them though due to a small cut in the leather from the manufacturing process. I am worried that over time it could crack further and I would like to have them perfect out of the box. I do think that this is not the norm with these boots because other than that one issue they are flawless.

Josh R

from Philadelphia, Pa

I bought these about a year ago. They are my everyday boots which I wear to work (I work in an office) and when I ride my motorcycle. Within about two weeks the little Frye metal plaque on the bottom of both shoes fell off. Within four months the lower strap on my left boot had torn off and the inner sole was starting to come apart. By now they are basically junk with a hole actually forming inside the sole. These are by far the least durable shoes of any kind that I have ever owned! I would not expect this from a pair of crappy running shoes let alone expensive boots! I tried to contact Frye directly several times and have heard no response. I will never buy Frye again.

Brands I'd also recommend: Dr. Martens