As the world's foremost manufacturer of heavy equipment, Cat earthmovers are known around the world as a symbol of honest work, strength and integrity. Cat Footwear makes boots and shoes based on these same principals. The brand has evolved from work boots into a range of industrial and casual footwear built with the sole purpose of staying true to their original goal--creating genuine, hard-working boots and shoes.
S**M
Tough boots
I bought this boot because I need something to replace my last pair of boots which where destroyed because of the how much I used them. I am currently in a construction business (building trusses) that demands me to be fast and agile (the reason I didn't go with steel-toe). It did not take long to break them in. These boots, overall are outstanding for my work and everything else that demands a tough work boot.The traction is very good and I can stand up on very step angles with them and not worry about slipping. The only problem is it collects mud and stones some times.The leather is good and must be treated to last. When they came they were a little pre-oiled, I found that pretty nice until I got some oil to put on them. I don't know if that was the same for every one else who bought them. With good oil the are almost semi-waterproof. What I mean by that is if your walking in the morning and its a wet morning they will keep your feet dry and warm depending on how long your out there (roughly 1-3 hours). A good tip is to put more oil on the toe area to repel the water.The sizing is off though, I would roughly guess about a 1/2, because I bought a 8.5 M and they turned out to be 9's because my pair of lace up Wolverines that were size 9 and the inserts fit perfect in the Cat boots. So I Just put size 9 inserts in them and they fit good. the interior lining on the heel wall has started to wear and break apart from constant rubbing, but I planning to cut it out when it gets to the point of falling out or when it gets uncomfortable.The price was dead on perfect for me. I would recommend these boots to anyone who is looking for a tough boot and want to keep the price under $110
G**O
CATS KICK ARSE!
I was in need of some winter boots. We got hit with an anomalous snowfall and subzero conditions and I found myself trekking around in New Balance Cross Trainers which weren't cutting it. I originally started looking for insulated winter boots and realized that those would be wasted. We just don't get cold enough on the West coast to justify spending $100 plus on winter boots. Then i started looking at high top hikers and realized that I wasn't interested in those either. My search lead me to these CAT Revolvers.I've owned 2 previous pairs of CATS in my life, but never a pair like this. I loved the simplicity and versatility of owning a pair of leather boots which were ultimately the alternative to rubber gum boots.I'm a size 11 and these fit me perfectly right out of the gate. I wore cotton socks and had absolutely no issues breaking them in. I'd say within a day of use they were good to go. Prior to use I used a silicone boot spray and applied 1 layer. I made sure to thoroughly coat the entire boot with the spray and left them for 24 hours to cure.I've been wearing these almost daily in our slushy ice conditions. I've not been shy...i've purposely slugged through the slush and muck in an attempt to capture my youth. These boots still look fantastic and are getting a patina to them which I welcome. I wear tactical cargo pants made out of ripstop as my staple pants and these do not look out of place with them. I tuck the pant legs OVER the boot and they look like regular dockers to the untrained eye. Our streets freeze at around 1600 hours and i've managed to walk around our unplowed neighbourhood without falling. I feel confident in my footing and I really enjoy wearing these boots.Here's the catch. If you are the thermal underwear, wool sock, type of person...these may not be for you. I don't mind having my feet a bit chilly as these are not lined in any way like Winter boots. I don't feel uncomfortable....but they offer as much insulation from the cold as a pair of rubber boots. For my feet i've always been a size 11 in runners and I found that these fit me perfectly. I have slightly wide feet and I had no issues getting into these. I found that the right boot was a little bit stickier than the left, but thats probably got more to do with my biology than the boots. Over time the boots stretched a bit and allowed for seamless entry/exit.I had zero issues driving in these boots. My wife's vehicle is a 2012 Mazda 5 with an automatic transmission....I drive a 2016 Mazda 6 with a manual transmission. I had no issues in the Mazda 5. I also had no issues in my Mazda 6 operating the clutch and manipulating the pedals as I drove. This surprised and pleased me greatly.The build quality on these boots is awesome! I was torn between these CATS and a pair of Doc Martens with cordura uppers. I'm glad I went for the all leather cats....there's something about the leather that just feels better. I like the soles and grip, I like the design, and I even like the CAT logo on the pull tabs.At the time of this review I paid $70 USD for these boots. In my opinion, I would have paid $100 USD for this boot and been perfectly satisfied. These are a good deal and I'd definitely buy them again.UPDATE 2017-04-02I spent last month in Brampton, Ontario.....where it actually snows...and its actually cold. These boots were my staples and they performed flawlessly. I was even complimented on them by family who were surprised that a West Coaster had the foresight to bring boots. The love affair with these boots continues.
D**G
Runs narrow, but a great boot once broken in
As many have written, the boot runs narrow, especially around the neck of the boot. I normally wear a 10.5. My feet are a little wide but not quite wide enough to order an wide shoe size on most shoes. I ordered a 10.5 on this boot but couldn’t even get my foot passed the neck. It also felt like it would be a little short, so then ordered an 11.5 regular width. I could barely squeeze my foot in passed the neck of the boot, but once my foot was in, it was just a little too long. I then ordered a 11 Wide. It was still a struggle to get into the boot at first, but once I got my foot in, it fit just right with just enough room to wear heavy socks when it gets cold. It also breaks in well. Once I broken in, I have no problems getting my foot in. If you don’t mind dark darkening the boot a little, I recommend applying mink oil first and wearing the boot at home for a few days. Now that I have it broken in, it seems like a great boot. It seems well made and is comfortable, especially given the price. However, I have not worn it for extended periods of time on my feet yet.
D**E
Good Boots
Like others have stated, the boot shaft is pretty narrow, especially with my taro patch feet, but once past the heel counter it's a okay fit (a bit small at first but the boots stretched out comfortably where it's now a snug but comfortable fit). Since I ride a motorcycle daily, I've used sno seal on the leather and it hasn't leaked water through the leather or through the soles (5 rain storms) and am very happy with this performance. The leather and rubber soles are thick enough where I think these boots will last a while. No padding inside so if you're not used to that, these are not the boots for you. Other than that, I think this was a good buy, not the best, but good.
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