Customer Reviews New Balance 806v1

I was intrigued by the features of this model: upper that is solid and slip resistance but concerned about the sizing comments. I received the 806 and the 860v12 that I already have in another color. The 860 fits true to size but then I tried the 806: about 1/4" shorter and the end of the toe box is narrower than the 860 so my big toe was snugged up in front AND on the side. Free return. If you like this design I suggest ordering a half size up from you usual NB size.

I have owned a pair of 806K1 for almost 3 years now since 2018. This was called the 806K1 and now braded as 806v1, The size definitely runs small and has been pointed out over and over in each review I have read over the years. For this reason I rate these shoes 3 stars. There is at least a 1 size discrepancy. For example, I wear a size 10.5 US and had to buy a size 11.5 US. These were still a little tight but they stretched out and are very comfortable now. After 3 years of nursing, the shoes are starting to rip where the ball of my large toe rests in the shoe. I could not be happier with the years and more importantly, the hours of use I have gotten out of these shoes. I work on an average of 36-48 hours a week and on my feet most of the day and have been more than satisfied with the hours and years of use. I would be scared to buy these online and would only recommend buying these in person.

looking for slip resistant comfortable work shoes they are slip resistant but cannot last through the day

I ordered these for work, when they came in I tried them on and they were very short in the toe box. I held them next to another pair of size 13 sneakers I own and they are about 1/2 inch shorter. They are either mismarked or the sizing is way off. I have also worn 13 NB before.

They are a little tight and take a little longer to break in more than most new balance I have owned once they are broke in they are a good shoe though I would prob go up a size when I re order

I should have listened to the other reviews and ordered a size larger. I have a skinny foot and I dont think this shoe is too narrow. I think its sized wrong. I would strongly encourage people to order a half or full size larger. I put another NB shoe I own up to the 806v1's and they are definitely shorter! Otherwise they are really nice shoes.