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Bostonian Akron
SKU #100627
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Polished leather uppers for a deep, rich finish.
First/Flex Construction for flexibility and shock absorption.
Quarter panel leather lining prevents irritation by keeping the feet dry.
Leather lined padded footbed for added comfort.
Oak tanned/buffed leather outsoles prevents foot fatigue (Please disregard the incorrect factory stamp that states man made outsole).
Steel shank for support and classic styling with unprecedented flexibility.
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  • Fit Survey:
  • 84% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe
    "Felt true to size".
  • 89% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe
    "Felt true to width".
  • 82% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe had
    "Moderate arch support".
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 84% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
 89% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
 82% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Moderate arch support"

Customer Rating/Review

Bostonian Akron
Number of reviews: 120
Average customer ratings:
Overall: 5.0 stars  Comfort: 5.0 stars  Look: 5.0 stars



2008-07-09 19:36:17 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Vicky from Houston
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Great shoes - I bought these shoes for my husband and he loves them. He usually has trouble finding comfortable shoes, however, these are perfect. I personally like the look and love the color.


2008-07-08 09:14:44 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: from Michigan
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Shoes for Prom - I realized I needed to order my son some shoes, as we have a hard time finding size 14 in the stores. I ordered the Bostonian Akron's from Zappos.com and they came the very next day!! My son says they are very comfortable -- didn't bind or pinch and were nice for the walking and dancing he did that night. They looked very sharp with his suit. He also wears them to church and likes them a lot.


2008-06-26 18:39:18 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: from Emmaus, Pennsylvania
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:4 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Good value - This model is comfortable from the moment it comes out of the box. There is no break-in period. The shoes are well constructed and designed. For the price, you could not ask for more.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Bostonian Canton


2008-06-24 05:21:45 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: from Charlotte, NC
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Well made and looks great. My feet felt good even after 10 hours. Shoe arrived in 2 days. 5 stars for Zappos service!


2008-06-19 22:40:36 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Kentucky W from KY
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

The only dress shoe I'll ever buy - This is THE classic business shoe. I don't care for wingtips -- I can't take the sole sticking way out. The lines of the Akron are so clean and conservative that they are stunning. I always buy a slightly larger shoe so I can put a thin Dr. Scholl's pad down inside the shoe. I can walk around all day in comfort. They changed the construction of the shoe a few years back, and there is a slight ridge in your instep. Maybe they added some padding to the heel, but they should have extended it all the way. I was able to get used to and comfortable with the new construction. I like to get 'wide' for comfort.


2008-06-18 05:41:53 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: from Steeler Country
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

These shoes are probably the most comfortable dress shoes I've owned!


2008-06-11 05:46:44 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Art from New Orleans, LA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Great classic cap-toed shoe - After the initial break-in period they are very comfortable. The cap toe breaks on a bad spot on my foot and rubbed a little the first day I wore them, but from that point on they were fine.


2008-06-07 09:58:21 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Michael G from Somerset, New Jersey
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

The shoes were exactly what I was looking for and the best price. Zappos customer service was exceptional!!


2008-05-25 23:26:27 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Matthew from New York City
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

2nd pair - I like these shoes so much I purchased a second pair after I could no longer "fix" the original pair. At roughly half the price of what I was paying for similar Florsheim shoes the Bostonian’s are quite the value. I would recommend these to anyone looking for a comfortable daily work shoe, business casual or business suit, you won't be disappointed. They do take a day or two to truly break-in in my opinion.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Florsheim Canfield, Florsheim London


2008-05-23 16:06:37 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer:
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Zappos - Met Tony Hsieh (CEO) at a conference, where he was presenting. He said to give the customer service and quality a try. Second pair of shoes I bought in a month. Shoes are very nice, professional and super comfortable. Very impressed by your company. Thanks.


2008-05-05 17:42:07 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer:
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width

Excellent - I was looking for an inexpensive, yet nice looking dress shoe. This was perfect. True to size and was pretty comfortable out of the box and as always, arrived the day after ordering. Only worn a few times so far, but no troubles walking through Manhattan. Zappos has been nothing but excellent. By far the best customer support (actually called the manufacturer of another shoe I wanted to find out if/when the style would be available again. They offered, I didn't even have to ask!) and service.


2008-05-03 07:43:25 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Rich D from New York, NY
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Classic and classy - You can't go wrong with this shoe. The cap toe makes all the difference in styling. Make sure you have exactly the right size. This shoe resoles well, so you will have it for decades to come and it will still be in style.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Any Bostonian, Skechers


2008-05-01 17:14:22 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Lou P from Elmhurst. Illinois
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Great Product Excellent Service - I was shocked how quickly my order was delivered. I had to return it for a smaller size, but the return was just as quick. The shoes are top quality. I'll buy again.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Don't know


2008-04-28 20:45:49 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: from Central Oregon
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

2.5 yrs - I had my last pair of these shoes for 2.5 yrs and wore them most days to work. I am inside and outside on pavement throughout the day. These shoes held up very well to the abuse I put them through. I had the soles caped twice and had 3 heels put on them before they split out where the cap toe is at. They are comfortable as can be for long term wearing (10.5 hr shifts). I will keep buying these because they hold up well.


2008-04-24 05:25:22 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Rolleiman from NY state, USA
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Great looking shoe and in my size! Nice looking shoe and in my size - 6 wide! Comfort is between a 3 and 4 but sure this will improve over time.


2008-04-08 20:13:07 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Bock4315@aol.com from Wilmington, DE
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Bostonian Akron - Excellent shoe and shipped quickly. Great deal can't beat the price or service.


2008-04-02 18:49:26 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: from North Haven, CT
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Smart Looking Shoe - Good looking shoes… need to break in.


2008-03-28 12:45:36 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Wy from Omaha, NE
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Very nice shoe - When I first got my pair, I was sure it was too big for me, but I just make sure to tie these very tightly and it works fine, even though my toes must be almost an inch from the end. It doesn't hug my feet like my other Bostonians yet, but it may in the future. This is a very nice shoe.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Any other Bostonians


2008-03-19 10:01:08 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Brian from Pennsylvania
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Nice, stylish shoe. Good price. Funny thing though; the laces never seem to stay tied.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Any Bostonian.


2008-03-14 17:08:46 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Jim A from Social Circle, GA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Bostonian Shoes - The shopping experience with Zappos was superb. The shoes are just what I ordered and they arrived even earlier than expected.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Another pair of Bostonians!


2008-03-06 09:37:30 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: from Chicago
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Just right - A very nice dress shoe - comfortable, stylish without looking like it's trying too hard.


2008-03-04 10:18:54 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Kelly from Florida - Go Gators!
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

He likes it! I bought these for my husband to replace some Cole Haan shoes he'd worn out. They are nearly as nice at half the price. Very comfortable and great looking.


2008-02-26 16:20:37 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: from NJ
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

A classic. This is it. Every man should have this shoe in their collection. This no-nonsense shoe is a solid foundation for a sharp look.


2008-02-17 15:34:55 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Bd from Jacksonville, FL
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Good overall shoe - This was a similar shoe to one from Bostonian that I have worn for year, through several re-soleings. This shoe looks good, but the leather seems just a bit thinner than the older shoe (was a more expensive shoe). Despite this, after about a week of wearing it is quite comfortable.


2008-02-14 07:43:34 Bostonian Akron
Reviewer: Marshall F
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Great Shoes - Best pair of shoes I have owned, this is my second pair and don't plan to buy any other kind. I hope they keep making them. Thanks.

Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Florhiem Edgar

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