Red Wing Heritage Beckman 6" Classic Round Toe SKU: #7546200

Doug

from Canada

I've been looking for a good-looking but rugged and versatile boot for a long time. I finally settled on this boot and, I have to say, it was worth the effort. These boots look great with a really classy, timeless style. They look better in person than they do on this site, as the leather has a real rich, deep color to it that pictures don't do justice to it. They go great with jeans, khakis, dress pants and nearly anything else. I also wear these in the winter and, while they aren't really warm, they are durable and rugged enough to handle snow, water and slush. They are surprisingly slip resistant, too. Some of these reviews talk about a long break-in period but I didn't find that. They were comfortable right out of the box, and only got more so as the high quality leather gradually broke in and formed itself to my feet. Again, these are just a great, all-around boot. Tough, comfortable and stylish! I look forward to wearing these for years to come.

Andy H

from Richmond, VA

Excellent boot. I have an oddly shaped foot, so I ended up having to go a full size smaller than my normal 9. Once broken in (took me about a week of wear), these boots are extremely comfortable; the leather molds to your feet like an old baseball glove. Great support and good traction. Plus they have a classic, timeless look & great color.

Anonymous

Great shoes, though they did take a few wears to break in. It doesn\'t help that my feet are a bit wide\/oddly-shaped. So, even though I got a half size down from what I normally get (I tried them on at a local retailer, first, to be sure.), they felt a bit roomy in the heel and still too tight around the toes. But that\'s pretty usual for me. And as I said, after a few wears these boots are great.

Chris J

from Brooklyn, New York

Excellent boots, very solid and well made. Can be resoled, which is great. Strong, hard leather. They look nice, halfway between tough and elegant. One problem, no loop in back to help pull them on, until they\'re broken in it\'s a bit tough to get my foot in.

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Anonymous

from DC

Solid, old school all leather boot. Roomy in the toe box but don't mistake that feature for needing to buy a size down. I like a little room in the toe box. I took others' advice and ordered a half size down and had to exchange them for my regular size. They fit just fine. Be prepared for a break in period, but the leather is quality. You also definitely need a pair of insoles unless you like walking on wood. I've had them a week and they're softening up more every day.

Tomi L

from Irvine, California

I love how fast Zappos was with the delivery of the shoes. When I opened the box and saw the boots, I was very excited with the craftsmanship of the shoes. Overall it looked great. But this is where the positives stopped. When I tried the boots on I knew it was stiff and the leather needed to be broken in. I contemplated for a while if I should keep it or not as the fit was not quite right/comfortable. The next day I tried wearing them again and noticed that I needed foot sole inserts, got them and still they are not comfortable!? I noticed the tongue of the boots where it 'folds' over is rubbing on the top my feet. Tried to make some 'modifications' by cutting the tongue where it attaches, longer and that helped a little. But still not solving the fit issue.... Overall the shoe was tight at some areas on the front of the foot while the heel has no support when walking. The pain is unacceptable for a pair of boots that cost so much.

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Anonymous

I got these in chestnut to use as work boots (working around the shop, house and yard, not professionally) and they are great. They run a little narrow to start, but stretch. They are scuffed up, but still very solid. I find my self throwing them on to go everywhere, so next on my list is another pair that I'll be sure to keep nice for wearing around. Best advice: get a pair of smart feet insoles. They don't come with their own.

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Peter

from Brooklyn, NY

A superbly well made boot. The leather is very heavy and will require a lengthy breaking in period. Rubbing with leather lotion before wear will help quite a bit. Until they do break in they're quite stiff, difficult to put on, and wear can be quite uncomfortable but once they do mold to the foot they're like a second skin and perfect for walking all day. After a couple months of regular wear I was pleased enough to purchase a second pair. Almost three years later I still have my first pair, have had them reheeled, and they still take a shine like a brand new pair.

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John E

from Bloomington, IN

These shoes were stiff and quite uncomfortable at first. As I've worn them, they are gradually becoming very comfortable and conforming. The quality of the materials and the construction are fantastic. The Dark Cherry leather is beautiful. Have used Red Wing burgundy leather cream to great effect; it gives the boot a nice finish. I wish there was better arch support. I tried to use my orthotics but it made the D-width boot way too tight. Red Wing inserts also were unusable in the boot; also too tight. This is my first pair of Red Wings, and I'm eager for more. Look great with jeans and khakis.

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Anonymous

Beautiful shoe that was very comfortable on one foot. The tongue rubbed my other foot wrong though. Very sad.

Sparrowhands

from Ramallah, West Bank

I am a journalist who works in varied situations around the world and was looking for a tough boot with a classic look. I fell in love with these online and ordered. I've had them 6 months and am largely happy. A few notes: They run long and narrow. I bought a 9.5, which is a bit too long, but even that size was so narrow I had a hard time getting my not-very-wide foot in at first. It is now fine, but only after a month-long, blister-studded break-in and only if I wear really heavy socks to keep my foot from sliding forward and back. Also, the insoles are hard and provide no cushion. They do mold to your feet over time, sort of like Birkenstocks (though not that comfortable), which makes walking and standing for long periods fine. I wouldn't want to run in them, though. For the price, you'd think Red Wing could add a little cushion. Last bit for those wanting a dressier boot: Since the Amber leather got scuffed, I have had an impossible time getting the color back. Oil and polish on the scuffed leather turn it a darker color than the non-scuffed bits. I've tried all sorts of polishes and can't get the scuffed toes to match the rest of the boot; the dark patches make them look trashier, in my opinion. I recently bought a pair of Iron Rangers, which I wear much more. They are lighter, break in quicker and fit my foot better, though they don't seem as sturdy as the Beckmans. Both are great boots in the end, depending on what you're looking for.

Anonymous

from New York City

I am an fan of Red Wing. Got my first pair of boots about 30 years ago, when I had a job working in the mountains of Colorado. I worked in those boots and they lasted for 20 years. Incredibly well made. I now live and work in Manhattan. I don't need a work boot but I like the outdoors and I walk a lot in the city. This boot seems like a nice choice. Has that great RW durability. The leather is thick and tough, but already breaking in nicely. I tried a half size down and the fit was okay, but these boots are even more comfortable with an insole (with arch support) and that meant I needed a bit more room. So I recommend purchase true to size with an insole -- then ya got yerself a fantastic, comfortable, durable, wonderful boot. Viva Red Wing! Viva Zappos!

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Braeburn

from Midwest

The construction of these boots is exceptional. The stitching is second to none and the leathers are buttery, but strong. I have been through many different boots in my 38 years, and these are the finest I've owned. Worth every penny. Give them about 2-3 weeks to break in to "your" feet and you won't look back. It's hard to consider another brand after wearing Red Wing.

Tony C

from Ann Arbor, Michigan

This boot requires break-in. I received these boots June 13, and it is now July 11th. As of about a week ago, these boots have been absolutely comfortable (comparable to my Birkenstocks). Before that, I received a couple bruises on the ankles and calves, and a couple blisters on my big toes. That seems like a deal breaker, but these boots are miles superior, particularly in durability, to boots of even slightly less cost. Also, the blisters were mostly the result of wearing them to a museum the first day I had them. Regardless, I have no doubt I will still be wearing these in twenty years. If you're looking for a pair of rugged, wear-anywhere-with-anything-forever boots, not many will stand up to the Beckmans.

Anonymous

Thses boots are awesome. I wanted the chestnut color (which no longer made), so I bought these in cigar and the Fryes Arkansas boot in their chestnut equivalent. I think the shape of these boots is more attractive, and the sole is much nicer looking. I was really hoping to keep the more expensive boots, but the Red Wings were sweet. I wear a 14 (exactly according to a shoe scale) and a 13 in these fit me perfect without an insert. They are heavy and fairly stiff at first, but I can tell these will be supremely comfortable. If I had the money, I would have also kept the Fryes, as they were also awesome boots (the 13 fit me too).

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