KEEN Utility mens Cincinnati 8” Waterproof Composite Toe Wedge

Pros:ComfortableSupportiveWaterproofDurable (for the most part)Grippy treadWedge soleComposite toeWide-ish standard sizeRoomy toe boxCons:Leather over the toe is not abrasion resistantSoles eventually separated at the toeThis is my second pair of Keen Cincinnati composite toe boots. I bought my first pair (6” model) approaching 5 years ago. Admittedly I used them well past their prime, but they are still extremely comfortable and supportive. I’ve bought 3 other pairs of boots during that time, the others fell short in comfort and durability, and each time I went back to these boots. On average I have chosen to use these boots probably 70% of the time, even as they got old.I work in a smaller ship yard in the Pacific Northwest. Lots of steel and aluminum structure to climb around and work on, and a fair amount of rain to work in. The wedge soles are stable provide heaps of grip even on angle iron and piping, coupled with the 6” ankle. My new pair is the 8” boot which is even more supportive. The old boots are still effectively waterproof, though I imagine if I stepped in ankle deep water my feet wouldn’t be completely dry any longer. The boots are lined so bumps and small impacts aren’t as uncomfortable as unlined ones and the composite toe keeps them light(er than steel toes). Like other Keens the toe box is roomy and doesn’t pinch as you walk. The stock insole is quite good as well. I never had to replace them for reasons other than foot funk prevention.As for problems I’ve had, the soft leather over the comp toe wore very quickly when kneeling on grit-blasted aluminum. Toe protection is a must, which detracts from the style of the boot. But it’s work, not a fashion show. After 2 years or so, the sole on the toe of the right boot started to separate. I shoe-goo’d it back down and it lasted another almost two years.

I love these boots. This is my umpteenth pair of the exact boot. I'm near 70 years old. They're all I wear at work and home. I usually get 2 years out of each pair. My work is hard on the foot/boot. The price on Amazon is SPECTACULAR!

Comfortable but toes wear quick

I'm a welder and fabricator who is on his feet all day every day on concrete floors on the production line. I've had Thorogood, Wolverine, Herman Survivors (Walmart brand) and many more. I always heard Keen was a solid brand with quality products so I spent the $200 on these expecting at least a year of daily wear. They didn't make it 5 weeks before the outsole started falling apart. I don't know what it's made of but it might be wet toilet paper and jello....there are chunks missing and last week the tip of the outsole at the toe box started to peel back and the next day ripped off so now there's just a piece of the outsole missing. The uppers are in the condition most of my boots are at this point of their life and they are still comfortable. Unfortunately they won't make it much longer and I'll never waste money on any Keen products again. Herman Survivors from Walmart last longer than these and they're $120 cheaper.

Product is as delivered. Sturdy and heavy (in a good way). Shipping (overseas) also arrived earlier than estimated.

Very comfortable but not very durable. Tread is coming off after 45 days of work in farm service.

Good boots. Comfortable and great warranty

Outstanding boots! And great look