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Bostonian Andover SKU #7186551(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 57 customer reviews)
$110.00
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Product Information:
  • Men's dress shoe with lace closure.
  • Full grain leather upper.
  • First/Flex Construction for flexibility amd shock absorption.
  • Full leather lining prevents irritation by keeping the feet dry.
  • Leather covered EVA footbed.
  • Vegetable tanned leather outsole (Please disregard the incorrect factory stamp that states man made outsole).
  • 15.00 oz.
  • Product measurements were taken using size 8. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
  • Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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Customer Feedback

Overall Rating:
  • (5 Stars) 54%
  • (4 Stars) 35%
  • (3 Stars) 5%
  • (2 Stars) 5%
  • (1 Stars) 0%
Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 84% "Felt true to size"
  • 86% "Felt true to width"
  • 88% "Moderate arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 57 Reviews Total

Posted: Jun 18, 2009
Reviewer: from Philadelphia
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Very pleased but minor flaws... The shoes are absolutely amazing. Only problem is that the sole will squeak if it gets wet. It seems as if it is real loose and water gets in it. The only other mentionable thing is that they are loud shoes.
Posted: Jun 15, 2009
Reviewer: from San Antonio
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoe, true to size. Had previously purchased the Akron from a brick and mortar. Found it a bit too narrow for my taste (although it was extremely comfortable). No blisters, no heel or ankle rubbing after the first day. Felt broken in almost immediately. I highly recommend this brand/style... and Zappos! was as great as ever with shipping and customer service.
Posted: Mar 6, 2009
Reviewer: Ken from North Carolina
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Good dress shoe - Good, affordable, comfortable dress shoe that sacrifices nothing for it's reasonable price.
Posted: Jan 27, 2009
Reviewer: Robert M from New Jersey
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I've purchased these shoes before. They need break in time. After that, they are great! My shoes from Zappos came faster than expected and in perfect condition.
Posted: Jan 4, 2009
Reviewer: from Kankakee, Illinois
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Very please! These are the first class shoe; they look great and feel the same. I am very pleased.
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Additional Brand Information

Tired of exposing your worn out socks to countless strangers? Frustrated with untying and retying your shoes while rushing to catch a plane? Or are you just plain sick of the amount of time it takes to get through security lines at most airports? Bostonian, a leader in stylish, comfortable men's shoes for over 100 years, has a welcome solution for you and millions of other frequent fliers.
Bostonian’s new Nonstop collection enables wearers to breeze through metal detectors thanks to the use of nylon heel shanks for stability. Traditionally, dress shoes makers use metal shanks. According to Glen Arentowicz, Bostonian Business Director, the nylon shanks offer equal levels of support and stability as the metal shanks, without the resulting travel headaches. “At Bostonian, we continually assess the benefits of using new materials to better address the needs of our consumers. The nylon shank in our Nonstop collection is the perfect example of how improved shoe technology can help us make shoes designed for the way men live today.”
Additional benefits of Bostonian’s Nonstop collection include fully waterproof construction, durability and instant comfort. Soft yet dressy full grain uppers stand up to the elements and leather covered poly-foam footbeds provide cushioning and breathability. Lastly, the polyurethane sole is both lightweight and durable. “Our consumers tend to be professional men living active, hectic lives, states Arentowicz. “With Nonstop by Bostonian, nothing will stop them, not the weather, not airport security, not the test of time.”

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Dec 7, 2008
Reviewer: from cupertino,california
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Best customer service ever - I've seen your company's CEO interview on Oprah show and he was emphasizing on customer service. I thought I should give it a try and bought this pair shoes for my husband. Truly I'm baffled by customer service. Thumps up, you guys got yourself another loyal customer.
Posted: Oct 22, 2008
Reviewer: Duncan B from Houston, TX
Overall: (2 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (1 Stars)
Finish pealing off - I have bought several pair of Bostonian Andover shoes over the years and have been more than satisfied...until this last pair. The finish is literally pealing off the shoe. While shopping, I saw new shoes in the store that were exhibiting the same problem. I did not buy a pair.
Posted: Oct 20, 2008
Reviewer: Ralph from Follansbee WV
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Exceeded Expectation - I received my shoes ahead of expected delivery. Zappos upgraded my order to two day shipping. I received the shoes, they fit well and I am quite satisfied with the shopping experience
Posted: Sep 18, 2008
Reviewer: from San Francisco, CA
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Pretty good - A good price for a versatile dress shoe. I have wide feet and was pleased with the width. The heel is a bit loose and the shoes are fairly stiff, which has made for an uncomfortable break-in period.
Posted: Jul 21, 2008
Reviewer: Lynn B from Lacey, Washington
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great Service!!!! It is so great that you have the bigger sizes. My son takes a size 16 shoe. You cannot find that size in dress shoes. We ordered the shoes and had them within 2 days. Thank you!!!
Posted: Jun 25, 2008
Reviewer: from Los Angeles
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoe - It is great to find a dress shoe for my son, because he is in between men's and boy's sizes. These shoes are great because they are classic and comfortable. My son actually wears a 7 and we had to go a size down. He does have a rather narrow foot.
Posted: May 17, 2008
Reviewer: Johnd from Dallas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great service and product - First time on Zappos - and what a winning process they have. Shoes arrived on MONDAY after ordering them Saturday morning - regular shipping order. First quality. I'll never go to shoe store again. John
Posted: Apr 16, 2008
Reviewer: Jonas from Wilsonville, Or
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Class, comfort, style... This is a good mix of class and comfort...I recommend this shoe due to the style and comfort along with a good shoe life...My last pair lasted 2 solid years before being retired...
Posted: Apr 6, 2008
Reviewer: Daniel from Marfa, TX
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bostonian Andover - Really good fit in the narrow size. I have a hard time finding shoes that fit my narrow foot but this really fits well. As with any dress shoe, it took a few long days to really break in but once they did they are comfortable as well.
Posted: Mar 19, 2008
Reviewer: Gilbert F from Chicago
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes for the money - This is my second pair of these shoes that I have bought from Zappos. I really appreciate the reviews because it was helpful to know that they did run true to size. They are a great value for the money. I have big (13), narrow (B) feet that are very hard to buy for and these shoes, just like my fellow reviewers found, fit perfect. It is great to have these shoes just a "click" away. It saves me the pain of going from shoe store to shoe store and then having to settle for something that they have in my size and close to the style that I want. Zappos is fantastic and the prices are great.
Posted: Mar 12, 2008
Reviewer: Julio C from Del Rio, Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes! I've used Bostonian Andovers for over 12 years and hope to continue buying them. The Bostonian shoe store shut down in San Antonio so I had to go to you to find them. Thanks for the great service. I received my order in less than 24 hours.
Posted: Feb 5, 2008
Reviewer: from Pennsylvania
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
They Actually Fit - I ordered these shoes for my husband to wear in the police academy. It was hard to find size 16 shoes, but these are actually stylish AND the right size. The price was a little high for our needs, but when you're looking for shoes in such a rare size, even that wasn't so bad.
Posted: Jan 28, 2008
Reviewer: Mark from Walnut California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Nice shoe - I have wide feet with a high instep. This shoe fit well and was comfortable out of the box. I wish this was carried in Brown.
Posted: Jan 9, 2008
Reviewer: Dan L from Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Nice Dress Shoe - I normally wear Florsheim and that's what I originally ordered, but upon receiving them, I noticed they had a more squared off toe than the pictures looked like. I returned them and ordered the Bostonian Andover. These shoes have a much more traditional look and appeal. A quality shoe with good leather. Holds a very nice shine. I think your shoes make a strong statement about yourself in the business world, and these shoes look good. Very nice shoe for the price.
Posted: Dec 10, 2007
Reviewer: from connecticut
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Good fitting shoe - Good shoe to wear, not as comfortable as their crown Windsor collection but can only get at a brick and mortar store, still recommend for a cheaper alternative that looks extremely attractive.
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