Customer Reviews Frye Harness 12R

I have been watching these boots over the years, and talking myself out of paying the cost. I'm so glad I decided to break down and buy them! They are my favorite boots! And so worth the cost. I did order 1/2 size down, as the reviews suggested and they fit perfect. This color is a good rugged brown that can go with brown or black. And, they are not too wide in the calf (I have small calves). These are well worth the money! I will have these for years!

These are amazing! I ordered them and got these beauties in 2 days. The leather is Top notch quality. The soles, heel, stitching and harness are amazing. I have an arthritic heel, as a result from two (old) sprains. I wasn't sure if my ankle would make it through the boot without a zipper but with the help of the pull tabs, my feet went right in! I wear a 9 shoe and usually get a size 9 1/2 boot and ordered these in a 9 1/2. They are perfect! A little room in the toe and the heel doesn't slip and slide. A wonderful addition to my Frye collection!

LOVE! Worth every penny. First pair arrived and the appearance of the boots did not match. I called and within 24 hours a new pair were at my door! It did not take long to break in the leather. I have to force myself to wear other shoes because I want to wear these every day!

My feet have been a size 10 forever. I was worried when the majority of the other reviews said order 1/2 size down. I bought the 10, and can see if I were to go barefoot, or only use slim socks how that would be appropriate. However I constantly wear thick wool socks, so the 10 was perfect. My heel did slip, but now is hugged by where the leather conformed. I love these books, and highly recommend them. I took away one star in comfort because after walking around a city all day I decided that insoles would be necessary.

Saw these boots on my friend's girlfriend a few years ago...thought they looked very rugged and manly but recently fell in love with them after seeing them so much, and reading all the reviews. I've been looking for a moto/biker boot but I also have a countryside so I decided the Frye harness 12r was both of those styles. Can't wait to wear them with my black tights and skinny jeans. I ordered them in Charcoal last night and they arrived at my doorstep today. Zappos is truly amazing. The boots were 100% as shown on the Original Frye website. Although I will say the charcoal is a lighter black ( it is not grey, and is almost black) which I love, considering the black was a little too black for my lighter more spring/summer outfits. The quality as mentioned in the 1,000 other reviews is SUPERB. Very sturdy, polished leather, and sexy. As for size I am usually a 7.5. I own a pair of Vince Camuto boots size 8 but for the most part I am always 7.5. ordered the 7 and wiggled my foot in . I have narrow feet compared to most and have to say it is very tight. I can see how anyone with wide feet would be very uncomfortable but I am convinced they will stretch. I love these boots so much that if I had wide feet I would put a stretch block in there and make it work. Just some advice. I am experiencing a very dramatic heel slip...a little concerned about it not sure if I should order a 6.5. Another review mentioned the heel slip and said it will lessen over time when it breaks in but I'm not so sure. All in all these boots are fabulous...expensive but I can see why. I live in New England and plan on wearing these in the snow, mud, sand, rain, and of course out on the town because they are so fabulous.

The absolute best boots out there. Comfortable and fashionable. I get compliments whenever I wear them. No break in period required.

For dress and skirt lovers! The Frye Harness 12R in dark brown polished stonewash (a deep chestnut) has completed my boot collection for all time. Ladies of a certain age (I am 55), this review is for you. I had figured out how to look nightime-sleek and also how to dress down my wrap and sheath dresses for everyday, but I had had trouble figuring out what boots to wear for an everyday look with the "fit-and-flare" silhouette: ie, fitted bodice (or cardigan) and flirty flare skirt/dress that hangs just below the knees. This looks stumpy with tall riding boots, and tends to be look top-heavy with ankle-booties. Enter the Frye Harness 12R to bring this "fit-and-flare" outfit into perfect proportion! I also tried them with an olive cargo skirt that hangs just below the knee: again, perfect. As for sizing, I am a true size 8½ and they fit me perfectly in that size. This is my sixth pair of Frye boots and they all fit true to size for me: I have never been able to understand all the commotion about sizes on other people's reviews. They are comfortable right out of the box and the soles are built for a lifetime of city wear. Wish that I had bought these boots years ago - these are what was always missing! I will wear these boots for years to come.

I have ordered three different size for this shoe and am finally settling on a half size larger than my normal Frye size. I wear a 7&1/2 but am keeping the 8. The toe box is extremely narrow and on my right foot, my toe next to my pinky toe is bigger than on my left. So my left foot is about a size 7 while my right is a size 7&1/2. The 7 in the harness boot were way too small on both feet. The 7&1/2 probably fit my left foot perfectly. The 8 fit my right foot perfectly so I am keeping the 8. These boots will not stretch out and you should always order your shoes to fit bigger than smaller. Unfortunately through exchanging three different pairs of shoes I have noticed that the quality control for Frye isn't very good. The first pair I got were perfect but too small for me. The leather was jet black and stiff. The second pair was still too small but was very chalky like the white paper liner they were shipped in had rubbed off on the leather. The third pair which fit me are chalky again and the leather is thin and dented on one shoe. I will try to exchange them for a better looking boot. But thanks to Zappos amazing customer service I have had each shoe within one day of exchange and this makes it super easy to try to find the best looking boot.

Love! These boots are great! I ordered the Charcoal Old Town color and they are the perfect gray. Many grays I have ordered are more brown, taupe...anything but a true gray. I'm typically an 8 1/2 but went down a half size in this style. It was hard to decide on size as these boots can be tricky to get on if you have a high instep. I could get the 8 1/2 on quite easily but once my foot was in they felt too big. I tried the 8 on and off several times, it was challenging but I knew each time my foot finally got in, the length was the best. They are comfortable for walking and standing. I've worn them with and without socks. My new fav boots!

Love these boots! One downfall is that they are narrow. I had to take them to a place to widen them.

Love, love, love these boots. Should have listened to the reviews that said to buy a half-size down. I ordered my usual size 9 and while I wouldn't say they were way too big they felt clunky and had lots of room in the heel. Was afraid with any stretching they would be huge. So I got size 8.5 and they are perfect. The toe box felt a tiny bit snug the first day I wore them after a few hours (not too short, just snug), but now after wearing a few more times they are perfect. I like to wear thin (Smartwool ultra-light running) socks under my boots - if you wear heavy socks you may want to order your normal size. This is my first pair of Fryes but pretty sure it won't be my last!

I've had these boots for years. I got the brown boots first and loved them so much I had to get the black. I wear them every chance I get and they are more comfortable than my other styles of Frye boots. I would highly recommend them. I usually wear 7 1/2 or 8 in most shoes and boots but the 7 1/2 fits great. Love these boots!

Like many many other reviewers I've had my eye on these boots for a long time. Originally tried the Melissa back zip which I had to send back since they 1) weren't lined and 2) had obviously been tried on before. Bummer! No big deal with Zappos of course. Anyhow back to the Harness 12R. I bought them in the Smoke Old Town which is a nice neutral dark brown with lots of variation in the color, with brown/black/grey tones that you could wear with black or brown. Woo frickn hoo! I'm usually a 6.5/7 and decided to take the advice of other reviewers and start with the 6.5. Had to struggle a bit to get them on and was starting to get bummed that I would have to return, but once they were on I didn't want to take them off - wore for about 3 hours around the house. Tried with thin socks and no socks - perfect since they will stretch with wear and I'll be able to wear with with thicker socks once they're more worn in. Excellent craftsmanship (unlike the Melissas). Long story short - love them and I'm so glad I finally took the plunge. I would recommend to try your true size first, at least in this color.

Love these boots. I am normally a size and ordered 7.5 after reading the other reviews. Plan to get them in black too. I love Zappos!

I have been looking at these for years and finally took the plunge on this timeless style. I absolutely love them - they fit great and the leather smells divine. Would suggest them.

For starters, Zappos has outdone themselves. I ordered these boots early afternoon one day and received them in less than 24 hours! Regarding the boots, I can't even begin to describe how beautiful they are! I ordered the Charcoal Old Town and I love the dark gray/black leather; these babies will go with everything. I've been eyeing these boots for a while now and finally decided to get them, and I'm so glad I did! I'm normally a 7.5 and ordered the 7, since I have narrow feet and they fit great. I can't wait for them to break-in a little more; they'll fit perfectly, then!

Love this boot! Super comfortable! This heel gives a little height and keeps my arches and heels from hurting (flat boots do me in). The leather is soft, not hard and tough, and the craftsmanship is great. I don't know how these would do as an actual moto boot. The Left toe would wear down from shifting perhaps, but is a great boot to work in/walk in/stand in. I'm a six but got a seven because I have really wide feet. I just double up on socks and I'm fine.

My favorite boots ever! I've been eye balling these for about a year after seeing someone with them so when I finally had the funds I bought them. I got them in my usual size and they fit perfect I also own the Carmen harness tall in the same size and I wish I would have gotten a half size bigger in those. When income tax season rolls around again I'm definitely getting another pair maybe black. Oh, and the tan color I got was gorgeous!

I love these boots! They go with everything and are very comfortable. I also love that Zappos sent me an email when they had more in stock and I ordered them right away.

I LOVE these boots. I've been trying to find a pair of engineer boots that aren't too clunky or masculine and these fit the bill. I normally wear an 11 but I bought a 10 and they fit great. I have thin calves and these work well without gaping too much.

Very nice boots. They are a little loose at the heel. I got 1/2 size smaller than I normally wear because they run a little larger. Heavy leather and a good and sturdy boot. Worth the money. Recommend this boot.