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Bates Men's 11" Paratrooper Side Zip Boot

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Size: 11


Color: Black


Features

  • 100% Leather
  • Imported
  • Rubber sole
  • Shaft measures approximately 11" from arch
  • Durable Leather Upper with a Polishable Toe
  • Cushioned Removable Insert for Added Comfort
  • Nylon Side Zipper for Easy On and Off

Description

Bates 11" Paratrooper Side Zip Boot features durable leather and a professional looking polishable toe. The side zipper allows for easy on and off and the high performance outsole will keep you steady on your feet. Founded in 1885 as a dress shoe manufacturer, today Bates Footwear is dedicated to the development and manufacturing of uniform footwear for all branches of the military and civilian police forces. In 2003, the company joined the billion-dollar footwear giant, Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. and is headquartered in Rockford, Michigan. Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is one of the world’s leading marketers of branded casual, active lifestyle, work, outdoor sport and uniform footwear. The company’s portfolio of highly recognized brands includes: Bates, Chaco, Cushe, Hush Puppies, HYTEST, Merrell, Sebago and Wolverine. The company is also the exclusive footwear licensee of popular brands including Cat Footwear, Harley-Davidson Footwear, and Patagonia Footwear. The company’s products are carried by leading retailers in the U.S. and globally in 190 countries or territories.


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13 x 6 x 4 inches; 2.2 Ounces


Item model number ‏ : ‎ ENFORCER 11" PARATROOPER-M


Department ‏ : ‎ Mens


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ May 31, 2005


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Bates Tactical Footwear


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Definitely worth the money
Size: 10.5 Wide Color: Black
Right out the box they were a little stiff, but that's to be expected from full grain leather, just had to be worn in over a couple days, but after that, super comfortable, LOTS of ankle support which is important for me and the shock absorption for jumping is unparalleled to any other boot I've worn. Note that these are heavy boots so if you're looking for a light running boot this is not that, they are built for shock absorption and durability and they definitely deliver. Might want to be careful with the zipper, it's a little thin compared to some other tactical boots which have a heavier zipper ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2023 by Jerry T.
    • Fits perfectly every time.
Size: 6 Color: Black
Years ago, I bought my first Bates paratrooper boots in a brick-and-mortar store in Saint Louis. Fit fine, with a limited break-in period (as is natural for such things). Having walked straight through the tread in them and with holes forming through the vamp from the creases of a couple million steps, I bought a new pair online and they fit perfectly. My husband liked their look on me so much that they wanted a pair and so, with their measurements, we figured out what would fit them and ordered another pair online--which fits them perfectly. You can't go wrong with these boots. Quality build that lasts. The only weak spot is that it takes a little bit to stretch the leather on the strap that goes over the zip so it can button up right while being worn, and that's just a function of the materials involved. Give it two weeks and it's fine. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2023 by T. Cooper
    • Best boots.
Size: 11.5 Color: Black
Great style and very well made. A must have boot.
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023 by Wade
    • Great high boot
Size: 8.5 Color: Black
These boots are a great fit and value for the money.
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2023 by RocaR
    • Love these boots!
Size: 11 Wide Color: Black
*Just a note that my purchase of these boots was mainly for style and comfort than for function. So I cannot comment on how they hold up as far as work-wear or day-in-day-out use. I wear them for the looks and the feel.* I have searched high and low for great combat/paratrooper style boots, I considered many brands, including Doc Martins and Demonia (a gothic style brand), none of which fit properly or had much in the way of size options. I even went so far as to import some from the UK (Grinders) but these Bates are unparalleled. They fit like a charm, but I did have to make sure to measure my feet to get the exact right size. Boot sizing is a tricky thing. The Grinders I bought (Herald model) did not fit due to a mistake on my part in measuring; but regardless, those only come in whole sizes and you cannot choose different widths, similar to the Docs and Demonia boots. So I knew I would not find the right fit anyway since it turns out I wear a wide (EE) and not the 'standard' medium (D) width. So despite liking the look of the Grinders just a bit more than these since they are a dull wax-finished leather (satin black) all over, as well as other small stylistic differences, I can confidently say these Bates are much better overall. For one thing, the zipper sides are a HUGE plus, since lacing up boots tall boots like this every time I want to put them on or take them off is a no-go. That could be fine for concerts or going out for the night, but since we take our shoes off in homes here in Canada, forget lacing up 14-hole boots every time you go in or out of someone's place! These are tie once, never again. Love it. They also do look quite nice with the shiny accents on the toe and back; I've come to like it more and more. One shortcoming I find is that I wish they had more eyelets and no 'gap' part way up the lacing, it makes them look a bit messy and limits the type of lacing styles you can do. I wanted to do ladder style lacing but that didn't work out due to the gap (also due to the fact that the laces that come with them just aren't long enough, so I would have to buy longer laces to do special lacing like that). The Grinders were a bit better in that respect. But there is no substitute for a perfect fit, and as someone who wears runners most of the time, these are close to as comfortable as runners. I also considered the Corocans and the Rocky zip-side combat boots; it was pretty much a toss-up between the 3, except for some small stylistic differences; I liked the look of the Corocans better than the Rockys, but to be honest, being in Canada and not 100% confident of what the fit was going to be like, and returns being very pricey, I rolled the dice on the ones that were cheapest in my size (you may notice that they vary in price as to the size, I'm not sure why), so it ended up being the Bates. I'm glad it was. Next time I may try out the Corocans as well, they are about $30 more though. Anyway overall these are a great boot, and from other reviews I've read, they hold up quite well so I'm looking forward to that. BTW, these do not have a steel toe, so take that into consideration. The Grinders I bought did, but since I'm not using them for anything that requires a steel toe, it's actually a good thing that these do not, as it makes them lighter. *Edit - as of Mar. 2014 - I've worn these to several concerts and they have been great. They didn't leave me wishing I'd worn runners for sure: they help protect your feet out on the floor and look badass while doing it, plus they don't have a steel toe so if security had any issue with that you'd be in the clear (I haven't had any problems with that so far). The only issue I have is that the shiny parts get a bit scuffed and it's hard to keep them looking new. That's a small caveat though, and I can still highly recommend these. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2013 by Mark
    • Superb boot
Size: 8.5 Color: Black
Just what I was expecting with comfort, that says a lot for any product… but more so when you’re talking boots…
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2023 by gary rich
    • I like it
Size: 10.5 Wide Color: Black
Works good
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2023 by Evelyn Madden
    • Decent jump boots.
Size: 12 Wide Color: Black
I really like the zippers, so I don't have to mess with the laces, and the 11" tops are cool, I couldn't find any others. They shine okay, but the cap toes are too soft, so the wax cracks and flakes off. The field soles are very good, too.
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2023 by Samuel Giese

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