Bates Footwear

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Bates was founded in 1885 and has flourished due to their advancements in footwear technologies and their unwavering commitment to workers who depend on their products. It was founded as a small dress footwear business and has become a leading footwear manufacturer for uniformed personnel today.

Bates boots and shoes are designed to support and protect those in the military, police, postal, and other uniformed departments. Their work footwear features dirt, oil, and water-resistant leathers, breathable mesh lining, and slip-resistant outsoles for long-lasting wear, incredible comfort, and reliable traction on various terrains. Bates steel toe and composite toe boots are ASTM F2413-11 rated and provide excellent long-term protection. They design their work boots to be versatile to keep you protected in different work environments.

Today, Bates proudly serves as one of the largest suppliers of footwear to the U.S. federal government, the Department of Defense, and public service departments throughout the United States. Their future, like their past, continues to be inspired by market-leading innovations that reinforce our dedication to craftsmanship, integrity, and value.

Bates is always driven by a desire to excel and be their best, like the countless men and women they proudly serve.

Bates Footwear: Selected For You

Bates Footwear

Jumpstart Low

$134.95MSRP: $154.95

Bates Footwear

Tactical Sport 2 Tall Side Zip

$119.95

Bates Footwear

Rush Mid

$76.23MSRP: $99.00

Bates Footwear

5" Tactical Sport Composite Toe Side Zip

$109.99MSRP: $134.95

Bates Footwear

Jumpstart Low

$134.95MSRP: $154.95

Bates Footwear

Rush Low

$83.56MSRP: $109.95

Bates Footwear

Rush Low

$129.95

Bates Footwear

Raide Mid Leather Sport Tactical

$62.38MSRP: $129.95

Bates Footwear

Tactical Sport 2 Tall Side Zip

$104.95MSRP: $119.95

Bates Footwear

Tactical Sport 2 Tall Side Zip Comp Toe

$124.95MSRP: $139.95

Bates Footwear

Tactical Sport 2 Mid Zip CT

$139.95

Bates Footwear

Rush Low

$109.95

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Latest Bates Footwear Reviews

Tactical Sport 2 Tall Side Zip

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

Love em! Light weight, Feel great, easy to get on and off.

from Auburn, Maine on March 19, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Tall Side Zip

  • Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 2Rated 2 stars out of 5
  • Style 3Rated 3 stars out of 5

They are comfy but then they're not. Right around the ankle is where I'm having issues. I don't like how the tongue of the shoe and the zipper pressing up against my ankle causing my ankle to hurt. Plus walking all day on top of that with the friction is not a good idea

on March 19, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Tall Side Zip Comp Toe

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

These boots were hell to break in but once they were I wouldn't choose any other boots. I'll be getting another pair soon.

on March 18, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Mid Composite Toe

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

I was worried cause everyone said these were too tight on thier feet. But for myself!! I normally wear a 9 in woman’s shoes but decided to go one size up 10 and for me these fit perfectly and they are extremely comfortable. I didn’t even have to break em in they were just comfy from the start. I literally wear these as my daily shoes now instead of just for work?. I adore my boots

on March 17, 2023

Tactical Sport Mid Comp Toe

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

I purchased a size 8. The first day of wearing them they hurt my feet but after taking the insoles out and replacing them my feet felt so much better. I will be buying these boots again.

from Atlanta on March 16, 2023

Rush Low

  • Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 2Rated 2 stars out of 5
  • Style 2Rated 2 stars out of 5

They lasted 6 months, horrible!

on March 16, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Tall Side Zip

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

Yes

on March 16, 2023

Tactical Sport Mid Comp Toe

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

These work boots are great! I have a pair without the composite toe and they are my "go to" shoe when I know I will be on my feet for long periods. I wasn't sure how they would be with a composite toe but I was not disappointed!

on March 15, 2023

Rush Mid

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 4Rated 4 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

If you have hot feet like me these are very breathable and true to size but they aren’t made for the rain unless you don’t mind your feet getting damp but if your looking for a breathable shoes these are perfect just buy some insoles

from South Carolina on March 14, 2023

Delta 8" Side Zip

  • Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 4Rated 4 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

Great boots, cheap laces. Buy replacement laces with them.

on March 13, 2023

Rush Mid

  • Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Comfort 1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Style 1Rated 1 star out of 5

I cant even get my foot in the shoe. It is such a tight fit it hurts to wear them even for a moment.

on March 10, 2023

Rush Mid

  • Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Comfort 3Rated 3 stars out of 5
  • Style 4Rated 4 stars out of 5

The shoes is complete trash. As a Amazon delivery driver they lasted a month and a half and started to rip by the pinky toe!

on March 10, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Tall Side Zip

  • Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Comfort 1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Style 1Rated 1 star out of 5

Damaged on arrival. Eyelet is out hanging on the laced boot.

on March 09, 2023

Rush Mid

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

they are good comfortable shoes but the inner sole sucks, it gives out really fast and it makes your foot hurt from the indentations. If your using these alot you will need aftermarkrt inner soles.

on March 09, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Mid DryGuard

  • Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Comfort 1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Style 1Rated 1 star out of 5

The side of boot cut through skin on both ankles

from Gwynn Oak Md on March 07, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Mid DryGuard

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 3Rated 3 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

Shoes fit nicely material is well made the Left boot has extra material just under the inside ankle that hurts very badly unable to use the 2 upper eyelets to tie the shoe.

from Philadelphia on March 07, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Mid Zip CT

  • Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Comfort 1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Style 1Rated 1 star out of 5

They sent me a used pair of boots with scratches on the toes with dirty insoles and stains on the inside.

on March 03, 2023

Rush Mid Work Composite Toe

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

Love these I got half a size bigger and wear thick work boot socks and my feet don’t hurt at all best work boots ?

on March 03, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Mid CT

  • Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 2Rated 2 stars out of 5
  • Style 2Rated 2 stars out of 5

It's not comfortable wearing it for a long period of time. My feet hurts after 8hrs of work standing and walking. Not recommended.

on March 02, 2023

Tactical Sport 2 Mid Zip CT

  • Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Comfort 1Rated 1 star out of 5
  • Style 4Rated 4 stars out of 5

Your heels will hurt really bad

from Delaware on March 01, 2023

Rush Mid

  • Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 5Rated 5 stars out of 5
  • Style 5Rated 5 stars out of 5

They fit perfectly.

on February 27, 2023

Rush Tall Side Zip

  • Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
  • Comfort 3Rated 3 stars out of 5
  • Style 4Rated 4 stars out of 5

My zipper broke in like 2 months of using it

on February 27, 2023

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