NORTIV 8 Slip-on Steel Toe Work Boots for Men Waterproof Safety Construction Boots

Excellent construction without heaviness. Fit runs small to size, about 1/2 size. Will buy again.

My husband isn’t exactly a fan of steel toe work boots, but there are definitely times when he needs to wear them, like when he’s using chainsaws or cutting down trees. So, I decided to pick up a pair of these waterproof safety construction boots for him. He usually wears a size 12 or 13, so I went with a size 13.

He really appreciated that these boots are easy to slip on; he didn’t have to struggle to get his foot in at all. The elastic sides stretch nicely, and he was pleasantly surprised by how lightweight they are for steel toe boots. Plus, he actually likes how they look.

Now, he’s a guy who prefers wide box running shoes and other boots, so there was a bit of rubbing where the rubber and leather meet on his left foot. After about 25 minutes of walking, though, he didn’t notice any blistering or redness on his fourth and fifth toes, just the slight annoyance from the seam. He did mention that if he wore shorter socks, it might rub against his shin a bit, but with taller socks, it was perfectly fine.

If he has to wear steel-toed boots, he said he would definitely want a pair of these. For the price, they’re a great option, especially for someone who isn’t a fan of heavy leather steel toe boots.

Seem like ok boots but came scuffed. Might be someone else’s returns.

I’m comparing this pair of boots with some Caterpillar boots I’ve had for about a year or so. I’ve been using these for a couple of weeks. Both are steel toes, both are wide, as I have wide feet (EE), and both are 13. I wanted to try something that was easy to put on/off when the situation allowed.
These are a thin but rigid leather with a thin cloth lining, so my feet aren’t sweating in them. The steel toes are as expected, and the exterior finish seems like they’re almost water proof. When I use them around water nothing seems to penetrate. They go on easy enough and come off with about the same effort. Once they’re on they aren’t coming off easy, but my foot does move around in them more than the Cats, but I haven’t had any blisters. There’s also a little bit of pressure on the outer side of the toe box. It’s not enough to hurt, but I notice it. I think that will go away after a while.
The bad: You need a decent amount of space on the opening to get your foot inside these, and that means it’s always going to be open at the ankle more than a lace-up boot. This allows dirt and sawdust (in my shop) to drop in there sometimes, and you get all the issues that come with that. When walking in them they don’t work like a regular boot or shoe that flexes at the sole, because it’s not wrapped as tightly around your foot. So it feels little like a heavy duty flip-flop, except , of course, your foot is totally enclosed and protected (stiff leather and steel toe). Since there’s a cloth lining and that’s all, there also is no firm support, like interior padding or foam around the foot to make the boot fit firmer.
If the bad is ok, then this may work for you. It’s a good, well made boot with good leather, sole, and water resistance. Getting in and out of them can be an advantage, so if that’s worth more to you than a job site work boot, this will work.