BatesMen's Sport 2 Military and Tactical Boot

The zipper function is great and support is awesome

Holds up in day to day work , nothing special . For the dollar relatively durable , don’t abuse them clean them up a little , you know normal care . But perhaps for some people it’s easier to say the boots suck because they don’t take care of their possessions . I believe the sucking sound may be the money flying from their pockets , because everything they own and neglect has to be replaced .

I've been using my new Sport Tactical 2 for about a week now. It takes a few days to break in. Bates are built tough. So if these last a year; I got my money's worth.....It's a completely different feel. Different pressure points...Compared to the original Tactical Sport. Overall, it's a much more snug feeling. Feels like a size 12 for me. I always recommend replacing/adding another insole. I particularly use the 'Sofsole' brand. The Original Tactical Sport I could use two sets of insoles. Not with this one. However, they are still comfortable with one set. My soles don't hurt after a work shift. This one is designed a bit shorter too. It's not so tall like the original where it was almost to the bottom of your calves.It's just a tad bit wider. Still not a 'New Balance' Extra wide. But it's better for my extra wide points of the metatarsal areas.I work in a bathroom with wet floors. So it does fine on water. I can't say about grease/oil.The heel to toe drop is a plus for me. So when I'm standing it doesn't feel like I'm leaning toward my toes.I have extra wide sensitive feet. With plantar fasciitis. I took a chance on these. And I think they'll work okay.

I use the Bates boots for my work, but needed a toe protection so decided to go with this one. Because of the toe protection cover, had to break it in little longer than usual, but after break in, it's very comfortable.If you're not used to wearing shoes with toe protection, it may hurt your toes depending on your posture, but aside from that, at least for me, it's very comfortable. Will buy again if needed.

I been buying Bates work boots for 6 years. Never really had a problem with them. But the last 3 pairs I bought not lasting very long. The last pair only made it 5 months before the Stitching came apart. They all came apart in the same area. Bates boots use to last a year or more. Had a pair that made it 2 years before replacing. I couldn't figure out if it was me or the boots. Until I went to their web page. Found out Wolverine owns Bates boots. Wolverine boots had the same problem. Stitching coming apart.I found out all Wolverine boots are made of poor quality in China. Now Bates boots doing the same thing with the stitching. I have never been so disappointed. I work hard for my money as a diesel mechanic. I don't have money to throw away. So, If you want to throw away money on Boots buy the Bates or Wolverine boots. I am done with this company and well never buy their boots again.

Got these bad boys for work. Been put through alot and still kickin. Only gripe, and minor, the cushion around ankle is thicker than I would like causing pant legs to get caught.

Runs really wide.

So far, haven't had any complaints with these. Bought two pairs of these boots on recommendation of my captain after injuring my foot doing 12 miles of foot patrol a day. Paired these with some good insoles and I'm confident the composite toe will aide me in some hand-to-hand encounters later on in the future.Usually don't like side-zipper set-ups; but, these boots are particularly sturdy with their zipper design. You definitely won't be regretting an investment in these boots.

Great buy for money would buy again very light weight

Comfortable and reasonably priced

I like the light weight and flexibility of this boot. Boot is very comfortable with a smooth side zip. It is hard to find CSA certified tactical boots but these check all the boxes. Only complaint is there is no pull tab or loop on the back and litterly sliced open my finger on the Velcro putting them on in the morning. I go through boots on average every 2yrs so if these had a pull loop I would definitely purchase again.

I am so disappointed in these boots. I read the Esquire review where they we're recommended and so I purchased a pair, but it's been a complete waste of money. Within a month the leather started peeling off of the toe cap and now they are spoiled and look ratty. I've only had them a couple of months if that and I have lots of other pairs of shoes and none of them have this damage.

You will need to order a smaller size than you are, I wear a men’s 9 and ordered as such, my size 11 brother can fit them with no issues.