Customer Reviews New Balance 412 ESD
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54%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
18%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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6%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
91%"Felt true to size"
95%"Felt true to width"
78%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I bought these shoes specifically for the slip-resistant sole. The fact they have a protective toe cap and ESD features are not terribly important to me, but worthwhile features nonetheless. I have narrow feet with a high arch and these fit fine. I am accustomed to using insoles to add arch support to work or sport shoes. Adding insoles to match my foot profile definitely made these shoes more comfortable. According to the documentation with the shoes, the ESD feature goes away without using the stock insole. But again, not an important feature to me. I've been wearing these shoes for about a month and I've not detected any break-in period and they seem well-built and tougher than a NB running shoe.. I drive a car hauler truck which requires walking around of the body of the truck. The non-slip feature is noticeable and a welcome feature. I also walk around on lots of asphalt and concrete and these seem as comfortable as any sneaker-type shoe. Hope these comments are helpful to others. Safe travels!
CA, A,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I use it 10 hrs a day and walk around 10-12 miles at warehouse. Those are a little heavy but much more comfortable than others that a I wearing
Miguel, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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So the shoe fit good myself need insoles but that made world of difference but my biggest complaint about it is that the pictures appeared to make shoes look wite with gray assent but once came it they are more of 2 tones of gray lucky the don't just look bad but still wish they was white
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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This was the size that fit my feet finally, I have noted after about 6 months they are starting to tear and rip around the composite toe. but I might be working to hard who knows.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Comfortable... DEFINITELY worth the price.... Lightweight.
Tun T,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Basically have only worn them to determine to keep or not. I would suggest if you have time go to a shoe store to try some different brands on. Then watch for a sale. I say that because I assumed the shape of the alloy or some call steel toe section. Not my first choice. Some stores as well might offer option to flex the steel, but believe that is a one time thing. Or only requested to be try over the life of the shoe no more than twice if possible. The arch for the top of the foot seems abundant. Width I ordered wide I am very happy with. Happy with perceived anitslip. I feel as though the shoe if comfortable, but I not know what to suggest to others about that. I usually give up and just buy something that fits. As well, I think for me I could of ordered a .5 size smaller but would run into discomfort with the alloy toe, and not knowing if it is an actually good decision to flex the steel or alloy. Also towards the front of the shoe for me to much fabric right where the tongue of the shoe fastens or is sewn on. Maybe a shoe for a person with a large more gradual or steep arch drop at the toes.
I'd also recommend:
Timberland
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Accidentally ordered extra wide but it ended up being the perfect size. didn’t realize it was steel toed so that was a plus.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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A great shoe for someone with flat feet. Only down side is they’re not TSA friendly, these will set off the metal detectors and full body scanners. You will have to take these off if you have TSA Pre-Check. I wish I would have know this before taking these on a business trip.
Connor, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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O.K.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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They work for my grandson's AFO's
I'd also recommend:
Want Nike's but u don't seem to carry them in 4E width
Rethella, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Was absolutely miserable wearing these. No cushioning it support at all.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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New Balance makes a better feeling shoe than Reebok. When I first wore my Reebok’s the tongue rubbed on my foot.
The New Balance are more comfortable.
Paul, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I wear a 14 and these run small. I returned them, so can’t speak on anything else
Zach, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Comfortable but no grip very slippery even when not wet
Steven, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Felt Lighter weight than expected which was great and comfort was there but the paperthin insole had my feet sore by the end of the day. Would recommend the shoe but get a good insole too
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The shoes seemed comfortable, the particular pair had a flaw in the right toe. I would have exchanged for another pair, but had to return since they did not pass as ESD.
Murph,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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The shoe was well made and low profile. However, they were not for me because of the steel toes. I have a 'bad' toe nail so it was extremely painful when wearing the shoes. Had to return them.
Lou.G, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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the back material behind the heel just fell apart ,my laces were tight . wore holes in my socks need new socks
the tread on the bottom of the shoes aren't even worn down
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Returned them due to not wide enough. But is a great looking shoe
Jk,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Fits great my feet do not hurt through out the day however not much support.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Not enough flex in the shoe, they were super stiff and caused me to get shin splints in the left leg
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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These shoes were comfortable for my first 12 hr shift. After that, it felt like I was walking around barefoot on the concrete.
Amanda, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Sent me the wrong size ordered a 10.5 got a 7
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Awful in the warehouse or on any smooth surface. Bordering on dangerous. Price is too high for the quality as well.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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The blue, orange and grey are just an ugly color. Just make work shoes all black if you're not gonna make good color combinations. Worst of all the slip resistant isn't good and the comfort was non-existence. Youre better off getting better looking work sneakers with the same discomfort.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance does not make good work shoes
Danny, Zappos Customer,
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