Customer Reviews Birkenstock Arizona Big Buckle - Nubuck Leather

I wear a 7 shoe. I ordered a 7 / 7/12 and they were way too big. So I ordered a 6 / 6 1/2 and am hoping they fit. I love this sandal. They would have been my first ever Birkenstocks

The front buckle doesn’t have enough width. I will have to punch another hole in it. Otherwise, it is a good fit

Classy looking for a Birkenstock sandal. The shiny leather is stiffer than regular leather and will take more time to break them in, but I love them.

I purchased two colors black and orange nubuck. The black were longer than the orange! same size 42. Both were way too narrow and upon checking back they appear only to come in narrow? Very disappointed as I have been wearing Birkenstocks for years.

I was afraid to buy these from the narrow width (always hit and miss with boris) but they fit perfectly. Takes a whole lot to break in but beauty is pain

I so wanted to love these sandals. The large buckle makes them look less like “dad’s shoes” and more feminine. However, I have bony feet and the buckle closest to my ankle, hits in an awkward spot and begins to ache the bridge of my feet after only a few minutes of wear, so they were returned.

I really like the look of these shoes. I've never had leather Birks before only the rubber/plastic ones which I use all of the time and have had several pairs of. But I wanted to get these. I love the white leather and the big silver buckle. I took a full size smaller in this style. The sales person advised that this Arizona style runs that way. Also, I tried on a broken-in pair at a department store. Broken-in the Birkenstocks feel comfortable but new, not so much! The Leather straps are quite stiff. If I was able to return after wearing them out of the house, I might have gone that route but I'm hoping they'll be worth the effort and feel softer and comfortable soon! I don't yet know how long, as I'm no there yet!

Big Buckle, Big Style-Love the look, not quite as comfortable as the nubuck, but broke nicely after a few wearings.

I love them but the straps hit me right in the bunions so they're going back. I'll stick with Mayari.

I wanted to love these so much. They hurt my feet though. I’m bummed. The way it’s made, underneath the buckles, both places hurt my feet causing blisters. I have tons of birks and none of them do this. True to size.

Love the oversized buckle, however, wish they were available with the "soft footbed", of which I am a major fan. The oiled leather is a bit stiff, but I know they'll soften up with wear.

I really like the look of these. The leather was kind of stiff and sharp on the edges at first. The first time I wore them for a long walk I got a few blisters. They seem to be breaking in after wearing them 4 of 5 times. Unusual for Birkenstock’s.

Fit was great and a typical birkenstock. Didn't like the bright gold buckle so returned them.

I typically wear a 9, but Birkenstocks can run large. They don't make half sizes, so I went with the 40. I think a 39.5 would have been perfect. The style is nice and I love the black leather footbed and the large, shiny metal buckle. It's a bit more polished and stylish than a typical Arizona sandal. I actually prefer the Big Buckle in Gizeh, but I had to return those after the thong broke (I had them less than 30 days). I chose this style because I believe it will be sturdy and still comfortable and stylish.

I feel pretty good wearing them. My left foot is flat so I need to wear them a little every day to get used to them. I love the bright white of the leather.

Super cute shoe— other reviews said the narrows weren’t that narrow - and I don’t have a wide foot so thought I would try it. Didn’t work. Too tight for my liking.

I usually take a 39 but the 40 fits better. I’m an 8 1/2. I liked the style but the leather was hard and hurt my feet just trying them on for a few minutes. I bought them for comfort so I sent them back.

I love my Arizona's thought I'd up my game with the big buckle but they just didn't do it for me? the buckle is So shiny it's almost plastic in appearance, I'm sticking with my originals

These are my first Birkenstock shoes ever. I am in "break-in" stage of wear. I am hopeful and encouraged for a great pair of footwear in my future. The Arizona Big Buckle is a much improved Brand look.

LOOVE the looks of these shoes - a dressier Birk for sure! Very comfortable. I have a medium width foot and these are fine even though sold as 'narrow'. My only complaint is with the smooth footbed, my feet are making fart noises when I walk - hopefully that goes away after they are broken in.

I loved the pale pink color but am not wild about the new big buckle. I wish I could find them in pink with a regular buckle and a regular width (although the narrow is okay) and maybe the soft footbed. I have had a million pairs of Birks since the late '50's. I adore them for their comfort and arch and foot support.

I loved the fit of these. They are true to size. I ultimately returned because they were not the style and look I wanted. The colors were different then expected in real life compared to the photos.

I wanted very much to love these. I am generally a fan of Birkenstock sandals, in fact, wearing a pair right now. I loved the added difference of the Big Buckle, and especially the black sole. Unfortunately, I returned these as the foot bed is super hard and I did not find them as comfortable as typical Birks. The style is cute and unique.

These seemed to run small compared to other Birks. These will also take time to break in. These shoes were uncomfortable the first time I wore them, but after breaking them in they are better.

I have been eyeing these sandals for a while. I am very happy with my purchase. I have found while walking I have squeaking from my foot and the shoe. I think it will fix itself as the shoe is broken in.