Blundstone BL1609 Classic 550 Chelsea Boot Antique Brown AU 3.5 (US Women's 6.5) Medium Review

2 year update- still going strong! Sole and leather upper show no signs of detaching and I’m still wearing them daily. Just applied a new coat of Obenauffs (see last 2 pics) and they’re good to go hopefully for at least another year!---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1+ Year Update-I still really like these boots. They've held up pretty well over the year while wearing them almost daily. I've worn them mostly around town, on light hikes, and through rain, snow, and slush. They have kept my feet dry and in comfort. I appreciate how easy they are to pull on and off while still not really feeling loose like many slip on shoes.These days the elastic on the sides are starting to fray. The tread is wearing down too. The leather has held up remarkably well and there is only slight separation between the leather and the sole on one of the shoes. I'll probably end up buying another pair when these eventually fail me.These are certainly not BIFL, but I don't think any shoes are. They probably aren't made as well as they used to be when they were still made in Australia either, but they're still pretty damn good.______________________________________________________________________________________________I was looking for a pair of boots that could be my go-to multi-purpose easy on, easy off boots and these definitely fit the bill. They're rugged enough to be worn in nasty weather, but also look good enough to pass for business casual. I have a wide toe-box and often have trouble finding wide shoes that fit well. Being slip-ons, I was worried that I would have a lot of heel lift, but this wasn't a problem at all. They're quite tight at first, being almost annoyingly difficult to put on. As you wear them, they loosen up though. Plus, as with most quality leather shoes, the more you wear them, the more comfortable they get.I'll admit, I was initially attracted to them due to their popularity. I will also say that I'm immediately skeptical of products like this because I think some products get swept up into fashion fads and end up being poorly made. Not so with these boots. They're very light-weight but seem to be able to hold up to serious abuse. For those die-hard USA Made or bust folks (respect) but these are not for you. They say Australia all over the packaging and on the pull tabs but are actually made in Vietnam. Still, the quality is high and I expect them to last for a long time, even with lots of abuse.Like all leather boots I buy, I immediately treated them with Obenauf's and I recommend giving them a nice coating of a protective oil once and a while to extend the life of the material.I will update this review if my opinion changes as I continue to wear the boots.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

I had wanted a pair of Blundestones for a while but put it off because of the steep price tag. But after 3 months of having them and wearing almost everyday, I can confidently say it’s WORTH EVERY PENNY! They provide great ankle support, aren’t too heavy, hold up well on moderate hikes, keep feet warm, have a nice wide toe box, and look great! I can already tell I will forever have a pair of Blundestones. They are my go to, everyday shoe. If you are contemplating getting a pair, I highly recommend you do!

I've owned 5 pairs of these same boots over the years and will buy another pair after this one dies...and another after those. Best boots ever, period. Comfortable, versatile, convenient, supportive, and attractive. I wear them with khaki slacks to my office job and get lots of compliments on them. Then I leave the office and go walk the dogs or hike in them. Then I wear them while I rebuild my privacy fence. Then I wear them out to dinner with my wife. Then I wear them to roundhouse kick the bad guys who try to hassle us when we leave the restaurant.They can be pricey but worth every bit and then some. I put them through the ringer and get about 4 years out of them, which no other boot I've found has been able to do. They no longer make them in Tasmania, which is a bummer, but the quality is still 95% of what they were then. As long as they keep it up, I'll be a customer for life.

Took a bit to find the right size in this 550 boot, but it was worth finding that right size. I wear an 8.5 in my running shoes and I had bought the equivalent of 8.5 (AU 5.5), but my toe hit the end of the boot. Checked on some of the sizing charts. The most accurate was the chart that gave the length of your foot. I bought this size women's 9 (AU 6) and they are perfect, perfect, perfect!!!! I have wide feet (D) and these have great toe wiggling room and are not tight in the width at all. I am wearing them with thin socks now and my intention is to work up to a thicker sock. I am impressed by the comfort. I did use my own inserts from my running shoes and they are so comfortable. Expensive boot but worth it! It's been a week now and I'm wearing these delicious boots all day long! Love them!!!!

At first I ordered a men's 10.5 but received a 7.5 so I sent those back. I then ordered a women's 11/men's 11. This was a gamble because there is no way of knowing if what was to arrive was going to be a women's 11 or a men's 11. The gamble paid off, though, because it turned out to be a men's 11 which is what I wanted. My true shoe size is a US 10.5 but I thought I would be safe getting a 1/2 size bigger which was a good call. The men's 11 fits like a men's 10.5. The only small issue is the top of the arch on the left boot is slightly tighter than the right. My feet are the same so it is the boot that is a little different. I do believe, however, that the leather is starting to stretch to accommodate that foot and the boot seems to be getting more comfortable on that side. The right foot was always perfect so no issues there. On the good side, these boots are absolutely beautiful and seem to be very high quality. They are expensive so they better be! I am very pleased with the purchase and would go through the effort again just because they are such nice boots. Stylish, comfortable, and great soles for traction in the snow. I love them. If it weren't for the confusion about the shoe sizes, I would have given 5 stars.

Ok I am very picky... and these are the first pair of boots I have worn in a LONG time. Because my feet are sensitive they are in tennis shoes 90% of the time.The good:- Solid construction- Roomy toe box- generally comfy- break in only about 3 weeks- stay pretty dry, seem toughThe eh:I had to put inserts in for a touch more support and to snug the fit a bit. I actually took inserts out of some OluKai sneakers I no longer wear and they fit beautifully.These are a good value at $170-200 but they are not super premium leather. Just know that. It's gonna look and feel like a solid $200 boot not a $500 boot.