Customer Reviews Clarks Desert Boot

Beautiful boots. I went with the reviews and decided to size down. I'm glad I did because they fit perfectly. Great service as always; very pleased.

This was the first pair of Clark's desert boots that I have purchased since they began offering them in anything but sand/suede. I went with black leather for versatility (you can dress them up as needed, but mostly with jeans) and I could not be happier. They have a similar look to Doc Martens but without the loud yellow stitching. I have been wearing them for about two weeks now, and the leather seems to be of good quality so far. It does not scuff too easily. They are just a classic and highly versatile boots at a good value. They are comfortable, too.

The leather of the upper is soft and supple from day one. The sole is made of a soft rubber, and discolors quickly, but not in a bad way - it adds to the character, and the discoloration is localized to the bottom of the sole. Note the sides that are visible during casual wear. Overall a very comfortable casual boot.

I love these boots. They might be the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned! Not only that, they look great. Order the size that matches your boot size, these seem to run about one size large.

Amazing shoes. I ordered mine half a size smaller (usually wear 9.5), and they fit me just right. Be prepared to break them in, and be aware that the leather will show creases and signs of wear as soon as you put them on.

Not a bad shoe. I would recommend putting a stain resistant coating of some kind on, if at all possible. That being said, the leather, so far, has been easily cleaned.

Great boots, look very cool yet classy. Size down! I wrestled for over a week to find my size I normally wear a 12 and 11 were a little big but 10.5 were way too small.

Great boot! I usually wear these with some dark jeans and a button down and it looks very good. This is one of a few shoes I own that gets compliments on a regular basis.

Fit great. Looks great. Very comfortable right out of the box. Tested them on the streets of San Francisco.

I purchased these as Christmas gift for son. He loved them. Said they were very comfortable from very beginning. He loved the style, color and cushioned sole. He is 31 and discerning about his shoes. These earned five stars.

Great looking boot. Just what I was looking for. Definitely order a 1/2 to a full size smaller than normal. I normally wear a 12, ordered an 11 1/2 and the fit is perfect with thick socks. Zappos delivery was exceptional as usual.

After a solid 2 week break-in period they are pretty comfortable. Good for the office and then some.

Fits about a 1/2 size larger. This is a classic shoe and extremely comfortable, especially when worn with a thicker pair of socks. Feet stay cooler in the summer, and with thick wool socks, they're definitely good for the spring/fall/early winter too. The beeswax leather is waterproof but does require a bit of maintenance to keep it that way. The crepe rubber sole may be harder to repair/replace, but hey it can't be perfect!

I bought these in the beeswax leather. I'm normally a 10.5 but opted for a 9.5 since they run a size bigger. It's true. The 9.5 fit great! I've been wearing the boot for 3 days now and it has been painful to break-in but based on what I know about Clarks and what my friends have told me they will eventually become really comfortable. So expect to have an uncomfortable break-in period with these as I am currently experiencing it. The color will lighten with wear however purchasing a beeswax base protectant will solve this issue. The shoe looks great and I already know will better with normal wear and tear! No regrets!

I love the fit of these shoes. The leather is soft enough that you don't need to break them in but they are durable. They are a great way to dress up a pair of jeans. I found these to run a full size larger.

Very good looking, comfortable classic. Color is a great neutral - goes with either grays or browns.

My husband loves these shoes! He bought his regular size and they were a perfect fit. A little snug but once he worn them the first time they gave to the form of his foot. He highly recommends them to anyone who loves this style! The soles are very cushiony and feel so nice on your feet!

The shoes are great. Comfortable, stylish and can be casual or even a bit dressy! I liked them so much I bought a pair in brown, too.

Great shoe. Soft, comfortable and a throwback from the past. I think I had these 40 years ago.

The fit is good, but should order 1/2 less for truer feel. I like the inside lining but he outside color is not as dark as the caption. You can never go wrong with Clarks.

Great boots - These boots were exactly what I was looking for and the man who is wearing them enjoys them.

Desert Boots - I have owned a pair of desert boots since the 1950’s. I consider them a wardrobe essential. With jeans, khakis or casual slacks I think they look great. I find them comfortable, easy to care for and a great look. For maintenance they require very little, just wear them until dirty (it adds character) and when they develop too much character, wash them with dish soap and a natural brush. And, when the end comes, say goodbye and buy another pair because they are cheaper than sneakers these days. As an aside, they were designed for the British Troops fighting Rommel in the desert during WWII, how cool is that!

Brothel Creepers... ...is what I think the British soldiers call these because they are very quiet shoes; particularly in sand. I have worn Clark's desert boots in Algeria, Morocco, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia amongst other places and finally decided to get a dark brown pair. A friend of mine wears these on safari in Africa because they are so quiet he can creep up on the animals and take their picture or shoot them. Very easy to get on and off in the middle of the night when the bad guys are coming over the wall. Not a traditional hiking or combat boot so not good for load bearing but on an average day in the desert they are great. They don't overheat your feet and they are easily removed to pour out the sand. Great shoes that go with many occasions. Spray them with stain repellent first though.

I purchased these shoes for my 83 year old father who uses a walker. He has always liked Clark's desert boot because they not only are comfortable but they wear well and keep their appearance. I appreciate Zappos selection of sizes, prices, and prompt attention to my orders.