KEEN Utility Men's MTVernon 6" Steel Toe Waterproof Work Boot

These are the only boots I have bought for the last 12 years. Extremely comfortable and they last me 2 to 3 years. I work at a power plant so from concrete to grating I walk all day - they handle weld splatter very well also

I bought these to replace a previous pair of Keen Portland SafetyToe boots that have been discontinued. I had wore them out and tried several pairs of boots buying a expensive pair of Red Wings and still not happy with them. Then I saw this new model that looked almost like the Portland. So I ordered them and they seem to just be an updated version of the Portland with a better tread. I have wide feet and wear either a EE or H width boot and have a hard time finding safety toes that fit comfortably but these are the best fitting boot I've ever tried and I can get by with a regular width so they do run wide. I farm so I spend time doing everything from lots of walking to shop work and they work great for all of it, light weight, waterproof, comfortable. I wore them all day the first day and they were only a little uncomfortable by the end of the day, by the second day they were broke in already.

Four stars for good initial impression; the fifth star will be earned if comfort and durability are good after a month or two.I am always hesitant buying shoes online, because I am a little particular about how they fit. I read as many comments as I could find on the fit of these boots, and decided to order a 1/2 size large in regular width to avoid pinch points and crowding when wearing warm socks. I have worn them for 2 half-days now, with no notable discomfort or bad spots. I would recommend NOT upsizing, order your regular size and width, the last will feel slightly snug in the mid section but in a supportive, not constricting, manner - exactly as described by Keen.The toe box is generous and comfortable, and the 'ergonomic' steel toe shape is much more comfortable crouching and bending than a standard steel toe cap. The heel cup is nicely supportive without making any pinch points, I expect these boots to feel nice after a long day. The pictures don't really represent the toe shape quite true to life, these have a slightly bulbous look to the toe where the outer expands a little to make extra room for the generous toe box. It may be a slight illusion due to the rubber toe wrap, but these are not the best looking casual shoe - they are a functional design that feels great, but will look a little odd around town. (Guys on the job site have complimented their looks, but they definitely look like a work boot, not a casual shoe!)The sole and insole have a thick, rigidly flexible feel - it is unique, I will hold on judgement until I have worn them for a few weeks, but I think they will be functional and comfortable. Toe area flexibility (sole, and upper, including the steel toe edge section) is the best I have ever felt in a work boot. I may use these for some trail hiking as well as work, the sole is not as aggressive as most trail hikers but has an amazing grip around the job site, they feel like they have suction cups on rubber roof membrane and slick painted surfaces in the rain.I will update after I have worn them for a reasonable period and under more circumstances, and eventually down the road with wear and tear.

My husband is a mechanic and he wears these to work. This is his 5th pair and he says they are the most comfortable work boots he has ever worn. They generally last about 12 to 18 months, sometimes longer.

I have bought keens for the last three years as they are the only brand that will last me a whole year. The last pair I bought were the Cleveland model, very well made but the glue holding the bottom on peeled away from the side of the boots a little but not enough to leak or come off any more than just a bit. The two pairs before that were the Detroits. Those held up for a whole year also. The best part I think besides the comfort of course is the rubber cover over the toes. I'm very hard on my boots and the other brands I've tried before all wore a hole in the top of the toes from being on the cement floor on my knees so much. The rubber cover holds up much better than leather of the timberlands and dr. Martin's and Carolinas I've had in previous years. They all got so bad that the steel toe cap actually fell out of the hole so I knew it was time for a change. This new pair of size 13 ee mt. Vernon boots are holding up better than all other boots from any brand I've tried even before said keens. They have the locking laces two speed laces from the top like all my previous keens and they're just plain comfy. I'll never buy from another brand again unless I get a couple pairs of lemons in a row. They're made in America too. They are a bit expensive but I believe you get what you pay for and they'll go down in price in the next year or two. They feel well made and the stitching is flawless and triple stitched. Great quality and longevity I'd only expect from keen.

My husband has been wearing Keen for years, his boots last him a year so I thought I would give them a try.They fit perfectly, just as expected.I like that the hooks at the top also have eyelet holes, it's nice to have that option.They're a little warm, but they're boots. I have yet to find steel toe boots that are not somewhat insulated (though if that were an option I would certainly buy them)The inner tongue does not dig into my feet which is really nice because most other brands do and it can become painful after months of that.I have not noticed any rubbing at all, some other brands rub on the backs of my ankles from day one and never stop, causing the skin to rub off which is also painful; these don't do that.For the record, these laces did not come with these boots. Woth every new pair of boots I buy kevlar laces and keep the stock ones as spares.

I recently purchased these because I could no longer find The "Hamilton Cobalt" model of Keen Shoe. These are an OK shoe but I liked the Hamilton's better. I've since purchased a pair of the "Pittsburg" model which seems Identical to the Hamilton's . I personally like the "Pittsburg" shoes better.