Kenneth H

from Wichita Falls, TX

I purchased the Beckman Chukka for use as a business casual. I was not dissapointed. Yes, it is an expensive in comparsion to other opiton, but is well worth the cost. I normally wear either Allen Edmonds or Alden for dress and this shoe is of the same quality. I also wear the Red Wing Pecos boot. Keep it up Red Wing.

Brands I'd also recommend: Alden and Allem Edmonds

Anonymous

An unusual combination, this dressy workboot would work, but not for that money. The lining is unfinished at the top, where it shows, the eyelets are just grommets, and it doesn't show the quality the price demands. A unique and solid shoe for an architect perhaps, but a very successful one. Nice try, Red Wing!

Anonymous

I wanted to love these shoes, but the top piece of leather, the part immediately under the stitching, has begun separating after only half a dozen wearings. I wanted to keep them for years like many other people spoke of in their reviews, I definitely wanted to support a company still making some shoes in the USA. However, at this price they need to be bullet proof and coming unglued after only wearing them a few times doesn't meet that standard. I will unfortunately be returning them.

Michael F

from US

I have worn these shoes for less than a month and the rubber sole is detaching from both heels. I am very disappointed in the bonding job of the sole. This is very poor workmanship coming from what I thought was a trusted shoe maker. The look and feel of the shoe is excellent, but I do not recommend these shoes. I will probably take them to be repaired rather than endure the return process.

DC

from Coral Springs, Florida

I was attracted me to these boots because of their looks and materials. I currently own several Red Wings (Beckman 9011 and 9016) and they are similar in construction however the 9011 and 9016 are built on a last 8 while this model 9024 is built around last 224 (a last is a form in the approximate shape of a human foot, used by shoemakers in the manufacture and repair of shoes). While models 9011 and 9016 seem to run a little larger, model 9024 felt more true to size all around; so I recommend ordering your true size (otherwise, exchanges are easy with Zappos). Like other Redwing Heritage models there is no arch support and no cushioning of any kind, just a leather footbed, which is supposed to mold to your foot over time as you break-in your new leather boots. It feels like walking on wood. I like arc support and use insoles on all my Red Wings, however, due to a more accurate fit; I could not use full-length insoles on this model, as the pressure on the top of my foot (right at the base of the metatarsals) was too much. I end up using a 34" length Powerstep Pro insoles, which you can get via Amazon at a very good prize. Remember that foot comfort is more to do with proper support than lots of cushioning, so using a good insole like the Powersteps Pro will make a huge difference on your feet, especially if you, like me, are on your feet a lot. I decided to break in these boots without using insoles first. I wore them for a week with thick socks (made for steel toe boots, they are thick all around your foot, not just the bottom, wolverine has some nice cotton socks for steel toe boots and you can get them at JC Penny). After a week I put the 34" Powerstep Pro insoles and the rest is history. The boots look great with jeans, or khakis, casual or business casual. I do not think they will cut it for business attire let alone a suit and tie, but you will not go wrong with a nice pair of jeans, long sleeve shirt and a sport coat. The boots do draw some attention, as they are not your average shoes, just look around and you will see. They will take a great shine as you wax them. Bottom line, I am very happy with my purchase.

Brands I'd also recommend: Alden

Anonymous

from Maryland

Boot is a truly unique combination of good looks and comfortable wearing. It is beautifully constructed and made in he USA. I am now a Red Wing fan!

Brands I'd also recommend: Allen edmunds

Kevin E

from Texas

What a great shoe. The highest quality; thick and rich leather. As such, expect some "break-in" time. But after the break-in period they're like butter on the feet. I have nerve damage that limits me from having shoe laces on the top of my foot; so I wear Chukka's. I've never thrown this much money at a pair of Chukka before, but they are worth every penny.

Mark E

from Duluth, MN

Built to last!! Leather was more supple than I expected, minimal break-in required for a boot.

Brands I'd also recommend: Irish Setter, Allen Edmonds

Anonymous

These are great boots. Very stylish with jeans or chinos, not the most comfortable boots at first, but once they are broken in, they fit like a glove. I would absolutely recommend these.

Brands I'd also recommend: Clarks

George D

from Maricopa County, AZ

Leather and craftsmanship are easily as good as Allen Edmonds and Alden shoes. They run a half size large and take a couple of days to break in, but fit perfectly afterwards. Other companies make similar boots, but the classic American style and craftsmanship of the Red Wings are outstanding. Highly recommended!

Cory

from Portland

I purchased these and subsequently returned them simply because they were incredibly narrow and the top of the chukka hit my ankle just perfectly enough to be annoying. These look fantastic, there is no denying that. But unfortunately, they just fit all wrong for me. I ended up going with the Red Wing Heritage Beckman boot and they have been perfect in the exact same size that I ordered the chukka in. As others have said, order a full size down.