Blundstone Style 550 Walnut Brown Boots with Shoe Polishing Brush

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For men, finding the right size is pretty simple—just get a full size lower than you normally would in your normal sneakers or dress shoes. First, remove any caked dirt on your boots with a soft-bristled brush or damp cloth, and allow your boots to air dry. Keep your boots away from direct sunlight or heaters because they will dry out the leather. Cemented construction, mold-injection TPU sole, genuine leather, fiber board midsole—this boot has no strengths other than its style. You are comfortable all day long as well due to the Xtreme comfort EVA footbeds and XRD™ Technology in the heel and front of the soles. An easy to pull on work boot with elastic gussets and finger loop pull tabs. Available in Brown Leather.

They're not my all-time favorite boots when it comes to style, but I've grown to appreciate them, especially in the Rustic colorway. They have a worn-in finish, which is perfect for boots that might get roughed up — if you scuff them, it'll blend right into the natural look. Now that we’ve covered what makes the Blundstone brand stand out from the others and established that the 500 is their best-selling boot, it’s time to introduce the latest and greatest, the Blundstone 550, and what the differences are between the two.You should use a leather conditioner on your boots whenever they need them. If your boots are looking a little scuffed and worn, always remember to use a conditioner. The Blundstone Polishing Pad is an easy to apply leather conditioner. With repeated use, your Blundstone boots will stretch slightly over the instep, but never stretch lengthwise.

Because of the full-grain leather, expect the Blundstone 550 to show all its natural markings and blemishes which, in our opinion, adds character to the material. Blundstone leather is treated with oil for maximum water resistance making it A-ok to splash through a few puddles while on your next adventure. The Thermal Series of Blundstone boots are 100% waterproof in case those puddles turn into ponds. Maximum ComfortLeather is considered a renewable material, and we currently source 95% of our leather from sustainably certified tanneries. We also choose to be a member of the Leather Working Group for a range of reasons, the key being access to their environmental assessment tools, audit protocol and rating system, and third party services. Dampen a suede brush with water and put a small amount of suede and leather cleaner on it and clean the shoe, as detailed above in the ‘Cleaning Leather’ section.

I've worn my Blundstone Thermal boots through two winter seasons in NYC, and I love them more every time I put them on. If you know the Australian brand Blundstone then you know about “The Original” Blundstone 500 boot that is as versatile as it is aesthetically pleasing. For over 50 years not much has changed when it comes to this boot because the initial design and technology continues to prove itself over and over to be a cornerstone for the brand. As mentioned above, both the Blundstone 550 and 585 are made of different leather types. Because of this, you need to care for each of them differently. 1. Cleaning the full-grain leather of Blundstone 550 These boots are made to fit snugly around your ankle but over time, will loosen a bit over your instep but never lengthwise, making for a fit that continues to mold to your foot for years to come. Seamless

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These systems also help to encourage upstream suppliers to improve their own environmental practices. By using Blundstone’s renovating cream, apply a small amount to a polishing cloth or brush. Using circular motions, rub the cloth or brush against the boot. On the other hand, full-grain refers to the strongest part of the hide of an animal, which is just below the hair. It displays the more natural characteristics of leather because it has not been sanded, buffed, or snuffed (as opposed to corrected grain).

The Blundstone 550 uses a mold-injected TPU outsole that’s cemented onto the leather upper. This is my biggest concern with Blundstones—yes, cemented construction is cheap and fast, but if the glue fails or if it wasn’t applied perfectly, there’s a good chance the leather will separate from the sole.Blundstone boots are not only shaped like a human foot but they also mold to the wearer’s foot over time, making them custom and unique to you. Pull Tabs Additionally, both the Blundstone 550 and 585 have a steel shank between the forefoot and heel that helps you maintain the correct step flex point and assists with skeletal stability. If you're after an everyday pair of boots that are comfortable, hardwearing and boast a timeless sense of style, then look no further than these Blundstone 550 pull on boots for men. The 550 is the 500 but with a few improvements and new technology. For some of you, these will be worth the new price point and for others, you will be just fine continuing to wear the original style. Honestly, both versions are great, it will just be up to your individual needs and preferences. I like that I can dress them up with jeans and a nice sweater for a comfortable look, but still wear them with all of my warmest layers and take on a snowstorm. As seen in the pictures above, I wouldn't hesitate to wear them in the snow. The outsoles have more than enough grip to confidently traverse wet, slippery, or slushy situations in the winter.