Blundstone Unisex Adults Classic Comfort 550 Chelsea Boots

Dog walking... amirite? Mud, puddles, trees, sticks, beach, sea, etc...I bought a set of Chelsea boots from "a well known high street retailer" and they came apart after 4 weeks, so time to buy some decent boots.I did my research and looked at the well known manufacturers but they were all pretty expensive then I came across these Blundstones, which I'd never heard of. A bit more research showed that this is an Australian manufacturer going back 100 years and they are designed for hard wearing.Crucially, they were half the price of the rivals I'd been looking at (but still not what you'd consider "cheap").They arrived in a sturdy set of packaging and initial impressions were very good - bonded sole to the leather uppers (which is where the cheaper predecessor failed). It also came with a booklet giving a potted history of the company, which helps get you bought in to the ideal.Another nice touch is that they came with some additional insoles and another booklet that says "some boots can feel a little big so, if these do, just fit the insoles".I though that was a generous inclusion and I have taken advantage of it.On the topic of size, some reviews suggest that the boots can be a little "generous" for the stated size, and I'd agree. I'm normally a UK 11.5 but could only get size 11, for which I still needed to use the insoles. So I'd recommend getting a size 0.5 to 1.0 less than you normally would. Amazon offered a "try and return" service which helps the confidence.They are comfortable (although like all thick leather products they need a wearing in period) and, after four weeks of everything the dog can throw at them (literally!) they seem to be bearing up!Recommended.

This is my 2nd pair, both bought through Amazon for a great price.I wear them all the time, dog walking, for work, every day. I do a fair bit of walking across fields, public footpaths etc. so they aren't 100% desk bound by any means. I'm seeing 4 years + out of my first pair and that's very good indeed, nearly double compared to Merrel or Karimor which I'm also a fan of. Good boots, very practical easy on & off with the double pull tags . I really rate them, apparently there are other Australian boots of a similar design that are allegedly even better made, maybe in another 4 years I'll try those too, in the meantime colour me impressed with Blundstone so why change?

The first pair i bought were so comfortable.. they lasted for years and worn often .. they were made in Australia... I didn’t mind paying the extra because they where such good boots .. not so sure if I will be buying them in the future.. very sad

Heed the advice on other reviews and go for a size smaller - I'm a UK size 9 usually and went for the size 8 in these, perfect fit using the included optional insoles. Would buy again. I would give 5 stars if I'd had them longer and could comment on general wear and tear, I've had them 6 weeks and very happy so far.

Lovely boots, great fit and colour. My favourite footwear to date.

Really well made boots but oversized and ridiculously bulky looking. Returned.

A good boot but not as good as other Blunstone's i have bought. They always take a little while to wear in but this particular boot seems a little looser and the leather a little harder than previous ones i have bought of a different style, i guess that is reflected in the price , which was about £20 odd cheaper than my last pair which were so comfortable, wore them for everything, day to day and for long walks.

Ordered half a size down from the boots delivered.Bit big but should still be comfy so kept them. A second spacer insole came included by Blundstone.