BlundstoneClassic Comfort 585 Women's Ankle Boots

Some time ago I bought a pair of RS Williams handmade ankle boots which were/are supremely comfortable. However, they have a smooth leather sole and as such less than ideal for winter.I'm also getting a tad older and I find that I want a bit of cushioning as I'm doing a lot of walking - in most part to counter the lack of gyms being open where I work overseas thanks to the dreaded virus.So, I found these.The marketing blurb makes a big deal about these being traditional Aussie boots with all the PR bumph that comes with it. Fact is that whilst it may well be the case that some of their footware is made in Oz, most of it is made to spec in a factory in the Far East - Vietnam being where these are made I believe.That being said, the fact is that they are not outrageously expensive and that means that they can only be made where labour is cheaper. Fact of life I guess.So, quality. Fantastic. I did read other reviews and some were less than impressed. However, my experience is all good with these boots to my mind being well made and so far wearing very well indeed.Comfort is excellent. Really. I'm slap bang in the middle of a UK size 8 or EU size 42 and these fit both feet perfectly. I would add that my plates of meat are relatively slim and of equal size which, I know isn't the case for all. Given the fit, I would say that if you have hooves more like a Hobbit then these might be a tad tight for you.The sole is a resilient comfortable man made one that is good on wet pavements, i.e. I'm not slipping around constantly worried about ending up on my backside.Overall, for me these are a winner. Fit and finish is very good and the price entirely reasonable for a decent pair of boots.

I have had these boots for 4 months so I feel like I can leave an honest and informed review. They are the most comfortable pair of boots I have ever owned. Throughout my life I have always struggled with my instep, forever pulling the muscles because of a lack of support and I also get attacks of Raynauds syndrome (extreme loss of blood flow in my toes / feet) Not in these! They are supportive, warm and durable in all the weather conditions I have encountered so far. Out of the box I treated them with a waterproofing spray but nothing else because I didn't want to lose the rustic look of the leather. They are now well worn in. It did take a while for the leather to soften and mould to my feet, and the elastic section was rubbing my ankles slightly at first but now it's like walking on clouds. They are very lightweight even with the thick sole; which absorbs shock very well. 4 months down the line and I have just waxed my boots with Mink oil for the first time. PLEASE NOTE; doing this will DARKEN the leather indefinitely, as it says on the Blundstone website. But my boots are starting to get a little scuffed and scratched, so it's time for some extra protection. The boots still have a rustic look, they are just much darker now, but I still love them to pieces and I can say for sure that I will be purchasing them again in the future. I have had so many compliments on them too. Overall one of the best purchases I've probably ever made!

I bought a pair of these after a friend who has a pair showed me his while discussing Plantar fasciitis telling me that they make the condition bearable.The first thing I noticed when he offered boot up was how light they are.I took the plunge and bought a pair slightly dubious of the sizing due to previous reviews. I normally take a size 10 but ordered a size 9, this turned out to be a good move because even the 9 was ever so slightly large, but with a cushioned insole added and thick socks they have proved to be very comfortable, I also have wide feet and they are not squeezed at all.I've now had these boots for two months and have used them on a daily basis from walking the dog, to walking across London, long train rides, car drives and all day at work across all kinds of terrain and I love them.They don't cure Plantar fasciitis but they do make the condition bearable even wearing these boots all long, they also add a sense of security to your feet because they are sturdy, entering the gents toilet on a Friday night or walking in the rain hold no fear anymore unlike the sketchers I used to wear.My only grip would be the getting in and out of them which can be a bit of a pain unlit you master the technique of getting a finger through the looped tag in order to pull the them, eventually now after two months they come off easily.They are not cheap but they are well worth the money and I am very glad to have them as my everyday footware

Bought these because all the reviews said how comfortable and hard wearing they are. They seem sturdy. They are really difficult to get on and off and the first day wearing them they gave me terrible blisters on heels of both feet and only wore them for a couple of hours mixture of light walking and sitting. Not been able to wear them til blisters heal. I’m trying to stretch the heel a bit with damp newspaper and hope they improve, but very disappointing so far.

I've been wearing these for the last few years almost daily , they are so comfy, warm but too warm, have excellent water proofing you can't beat them...i've had loads of boots over the years these are the best. I normally destroy a pair of boots in a year but these still have loads of tred on them ,the only down side is there looking a bit scruffy but thats my fault for getting various diy liquids spilt on them. Comfy from the first day of wearing no breaking in the leather is thick but soft.