Customer Reviews Frye Jackson Inside Zip

Years ago had a pair of Frye boots, loved them. Came home one night to find out that wife had thrown them out (apparently she didn't like them). She soon became ex wife. Skip to present, mid life crisis, decided to buy myself another pair of Frye boots, chose the Jackson inside zip. Very comfortable. I wear a size 9.5, sometimes 10, and with these the 9's fit very well, so I do agree with others who say they run a little large. Have a heel insert in and the fit is perfect. Boots very well made, look good with jeans, could also wear them to work. Very happy with my purchase. And most important my (current) wife of 24 years loves them and thinks they look awesome.

I am a very picky boot buyer. I like a sturdy boot, that fits snug but is also flexible enough to do a lot of walking in. On top of that I like a basically classic no frills boot design. Finally, I travel a lot and it needs to be easy to take on and off in the airport. This is a winner on all accounts. This is well made, light for an engineer boot, with a little more of a western toe than some English boots.

These boots are classic; however, you may need to order a second time over as sadly, Frye has been bought out by another company in the recent past and now outsources their manufacturing - so defects are rampant. I went through two, yes two pairs before finding one without defects. I had to order one from Zappos, then send it back to Frye so that Frye could hand pick one from the warehouse that is perfect and free from abnormalities. That said, everything about this boot is styled nicely, and the full grain leather/Goodyear welt construction is awesome. I put that it is true to size because with these boots, you want to order a full size smaller, add Frye brand conditioning leather (not mink oil, it will ruin it), and then wear it in. Your boot will conform to your foot like a glove, after a little discomfort. Can't find anything in this price-point that speaks of late 1880's to early 1900's American-esque style without looking like I own a ranch, so these are right on point.

Left foot, big toe, has worn a hole through the inside foot liner. Thought that it was my sock making my foot feel funny, until I took a closer look and discovered a hole. Really surprised me, as the boots are not that old, and very lightly worn, actually like new condition. Love the style, feel, look, comfort, etc. Although, not what I would expect from Frye, had considered buying another pair in black?

Breaks in relatively quickly and comfortable. Relatively true to size (I'm a 9.5) but runs on the narrow side, especially through the ball of the foot. I love the color of the leather, but have found it extremely prone to absorbing water and causing permanent water spots. I've treated using the Frye boot dressing/conditioning cream on this page but haven't had much luck. It does darken the color slightly and add some gloss to the leather. Being a hiker, I've also tried some Nikwax Waterproofing Wax For Leather which worked better than the Frye product, but still seems to need re-applying every couple of months of light use. I'd love to hear if anyone else is having better luck with a different sealing product. Overall handsome design, nice leather, but annoying to have to constantly worry about whether it's going to rain or not.

I ordered these boots a while ago, and have owned them for almost a year now. The first thing I notice with these boots when I got them was the styling I loved the look of the buckles and the feel of the leather definitely up to par. With boots I always like to get a 8½W, sadly most dress shoes do not come in a wide. I ordered the 8½ and as I had feared and slightly expected it was narrow, most leathers stretch and I expected this to happen so I did not mind. However for wearing these constantly for 10 hours minimum three days a week it took much longer then expected. I would recommend if you wear a wide to simply size up ½ for the added immediate comfort. I picked these shoes for the reason that they had the rubberized under. I expected to have a better grip when walking and more durability overall. Working at the airport I come across countless different floors: carpets, tiles, tarmac, concrete, to metal graded stairs. While the under was very durable the metal graded stairs did take a toll on stitching and after a year a portion has come lose (the stitching is simply decoration as the under are glued to the upper.) One of the unders has come unglued at the front as well. Something I actually was worried about and with reason was about the upper the leather is soft and will scuff and scratch every easily against surfaces and corners. So while my work is rather tough on the shoes I had still expected a better longevity from them for the price I paid. Simply put These are a great stylish shoes. They are true to the size and comfort is great, if you wear a wide size up ½ as they will be tight otherwise but they will stretch if you to stretch them. If you do a lot of walking and moving around on several different types of surfaces the under will take it but for expended periods of time the boots will wear out much faster then expected. The upper scuffs every easily so be careful. For those that have to occasionally need to me in a rough work industry I don't recommend them to you for its price not worth it. One year and I need a new pair of dress boots.

Awesome boot! Quality and workmanship are worth the money. We just need a different size.

This is a fantastic pair of boots, perfect fit, extremely comfortable for work (work in field of medicine) and other events. I can wear them all day very comfortably, I have barely taken them off since I got them. For boot lovers, I highly recommend these practical and very cool looking pair of Fryes.

Great product; great service. Always been super satisfied with Zappos! Boots fit true and are a beautiful product.

Great boots - Frye makes the best. They look great and the rubber sole is great for slippery surfaces!

These boots are great all around. They have a rugged sole that will take you through some rough terrain but are sophiscated and not at all boxy like some other boots. Please be aware, the leather stretches somewhat and I highly suggest order a half to a full size smaller than shoes you regularly wear. Once the leather stretches out, the boot molds to your feet like a second skin and are just great.

This product was excellent in all aspects. Delivery was prompt and ordering was hassle free. Would highly recommend.

An excellent addition to any wardrobe, classic while looking hip. These boots are very comfortable; I can wear them all day long. As with all Frye products, they're comfortable out of the box and will take whatever beating you give them, and still look good.

I normally wear a shoe size 9.5 to 10 depending on company and ordered a 9.5 and it fit perfectly. Hardly any break in period, fit great out of the box, and looks great. Arch support is good.

These boots are great. They fit perfectly and look great. They perform well in bad weather after sealing them with some recommended sealant.

The only problem I had was that it feels like it will be too shallow to add a gel insole. I have a pair of heel only insoles that make them very comfy. They look great.

I thought Frye was made proudly in the USA?! These boots were made in Mexico? A good looking boot but way too tight in the ankle area. Had to return mine.

Buyer beware! While it appears that these boots have welt-stiched leather soles, that is not the case! Frye has created the illusion of real welt stitching but has simply glued a thin leather strip around the base of the sole. Within months my boot sole was flapping around, exposing a cheap glue-job...I'd been had! Luckily Zappos honored the return 9 months out (thanks, folks!) and I can warn others to avoid this model. Shame on you, Frye Boots!

I am very happy with my new Fryes and with order a pair of Frye Ropers as soon as my size and style of available. I have come to expect the Zappos quality service...don't even consider looking elsewhere for shoes, boots, shorts and Levis. Thanks Zappos.

I enjoy wearing boots, preferring them to low shoes for casual wear especially in the cooler months of the year, but I have great difficulty in finding boots that are kind to my feet which are narrow at the heel, wider at the toe and fairly high arched. Roper-style boots are best, and ones with an adjustable strap are usually the way to go. These Fryes seem to be a very good solution. I have had them for a couple of weeks and they are getting nicely broken in, but they were pretty kind to my feet the very first time I slipped them on. The generous rounded toe gives me enough room at the front widthwise, and the adjustable strap prevents my toes from getting jammed forward without feeling constricted around the ankle. Good leather, very nicely made and the non-skid soles look like they will be durable, but they are not too stiff. These boots may be the go-to boots in my closet from now on. I would have liked the barrel to be an inch or two higher, but I knew what I was getting so I am willing to compromise a bit on style for the comfort I am getting.

I've had these for about 3 weeks now, and overall I'm very happy. The boots look great and feel very durable. The only minor complaint I have is that the insoles aren't as comfortable as I would've hoped after long durations (over an hour) of walking. But despite that, the insoles are made of quality leather just like the rest of the boot, and I expect to be wearing these for several years.

These are great! I wanted something at home with dress pants as well as jeans and they're perfect. I get a ton of compliments.

These boots are beautiful. The craftsmanship is top-notch, the leather feels supple and luxurious, but strong. The zipper is tough and has a comfortable pull, and it hides on the inside so it's not obvious. The interior is clean and smooth. While mysteriously sized larger than most other shoes, it's worth finding your 'Frye size' and checking out these boots. They're a compliment to any casual or business attire, even if you're not from Texas. I have the dark brown color, and I'm quite happy with them. They go with much of my wardrobe. Another quite nice touch is the sole, which is rubberized inside, so it grips the ground well and has low-slip, but the edges have the style of a leather shoe. Impressive.

These boots are amazing! They look great and are very comfortable. Also, Zappos had them here the next day with no shipping cost. I'm sold on Frye and Zappos!