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Bates Men's Shock 6" Side Zip Boot

4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 643 ratings
Price: $149.99

Black
Size Chart
US Boot size
Brand SizeUKEuropeJapan
323621
3.52.536.521.5
433722
4.53.537.522.5
543823
5.54.538.523.5
653924
6.55.539.524.5
764025
7.56.540.525.5
874126
8.57.541.526.5
984227
9.58.542.527.5
1094328
10.59.543.528.5
11104429
11.510.544.529.5
12114530
13124631
14134732
15144833
16154934

Product details

Fabric type
100% Leather
Origin
Imported
Sole material
Rubber
Shaft height
6.5 Inches

About this item

  • Adjustable circumference
  • Removable insole
  • Waterproof leather and nylon upper with protective TPU panels
  • Breathable mesh tongue for added comfort
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4.2 out of 5 stars
643 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the comfort, appearance, and waterproofing of the boots. They mention the material is soft, the tread pattern is well-designed, and the boots remain dry inside. Some are also happy with the weight and quality of the boots. However, some customers have mixed opinions on the fit, durability, and zipper convenience.

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130 customers mention "Comfort"114 positive16 negative

Customers like the comfort of the boots. They mention the shock absorption is good, the material is soft, lightweight, and waterproof. Customers also appreciate that the leather continues to get softer over time.

"...They are without a definitive doubt, THE MOST comfortable boots I have ever worn or owned...." Read more

"These are the most comfortable boots I have ever worn. They took no breaking in to be wearable for long periods of time with no discomfort...." Read more

"...it makes the boot so much easier to remove in a timely and more comfortable manner; esp for us geezers who can no longer drop down to a lotus..." Read more

"...to have a "roomy" feel in the toe box, and lace snuggly and comfortably though the rest of the foot...." Read more

62 customers mention "Appearance"54 positive8 negative

Customers like the appearance of the boots. They mention they're great-looking, the tread pattern is well-designed, and go great with uniforms or casual jeans. Some also say the factory insert is nice. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's appearance.

"...The factory insert is very nice but after a few weeks it got very formed to my foot and I started to notice that I was fidgeting around a lot to..." Read more

"...are the shoes worn by K in Blade Runner 2049 and the outside pattern looks very cool, but besides that these are great all around boots for anyone..." Read more

"...Great looking lightweight boots with a cool tread and design. Weird thing is an inside zipper plus laces, so a bit harder to put on, but not much...." Read more

"...The Strikes certainly are a great new design, unlike many other's I've tried that failed big time...." Read more

26 customers mention "Waterproof"23 positive3 negative

Customers like the waterproof feature of the boots. They mention they're warm, easy to put on and take off, and the waterproof/gortex system works well. Some say the extra cushion and their feet aren't soaked when they take their boots off.

"...my feet have never gotten hot while wearing these, and YES they are waterproof. I've stood in puddles half a foot deep and didn't even notice...." Read more

"...The material is soft and comfortable, light and waterproof. Give them a try." Read more

"...The big selling point for me is the waterproof material. The boots had about a two week break in period, but I alternate boots daily...." Read more

"...I appreciate the extra cushion and my feet aren't soaked when I take my boots off. Good Work! I can't believe the difference!" Read more

26 customers mention "Weight"24 positive2 negative

Customers like the weight of the boots. They mention they're comfortable, durable, and waterproof. Some say they look amazing and are easy to move around in.

"...I highly recommend these as a good lightweight summer duty boot." Read more

"...These bates boots are lite, and really comfortable. I took out in the woods walking around last weekend and they held up great...." Read more

"...It does not seem to keep feet as dry.Still is lightweight, I died not like its plain outer toe area, the sole it is very likely to come loose..." Read more

"...They are light and have decent enough ankle support for urban trekking and occasional Bladerunning (real reason I bought them)...." Read more

13 customers mention "Boot quality"13 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the boots. They mention they're great tactical boots and perfect security shoes.

"Great boot!..." Read more

"I love these boots. I shine them everyday for work. They’re awesome tactical boots and also look like my high school basketball shoes" Read more

"Great boot! Great brand!Two days to break in, and then fits and feels great...." Read more

"Truly great tactical boots. Comfort, function and style. Took less than a week to break them. I am surprised in a good way. Had Rockies and Danners...." Read more

79 customers mention "Fit"51 positive28 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the fit of the boots. Some mention they're a good fit and comfortable, while others say they're a little tight for the size that usually fits them.

"...It was like I put them on for the first time again! They lace up very tightly which is nice especially if you need them to be; the side zipper is..." Read more

"...I highly recommend you pick these up, the sizes are normal and fit as expected...." Read more

"...They were very snug so I ordered an 11 just for a little more room to make them easier to slide on and off...." Read more

"...I find them to have a "roomy" feel in the toe box, and lace snuggly and comfortably though the rest of the foot...." Read more

66 customers mention "Durability"34 positive32 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the durability of the boots. Some mention they're durable and protective, while others say they come apart at the seams and tear on the outer sides.

"These are the most comfortable boots I have ever worn. They took no breaking in to be wearable for long periods of time with no discomfort...." Read more

"...I died not like its plain outer toe area, the sole it is very likely to come loose with this particular plain design, no overlapping layer...." Read more

"Superb boot, indoor/out...." Read more

"...- After wearing these boots for approximately 2 weeks, one of the metal eyelets broke out of the leather...." Read more

21 customers mention "Zipper convenience"10 positive11 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the zipper convenience of the boots. Some mention it's awesome, while others say it's useless and the plastic zipper can't handle sand.

"...which is nice especially if you need them to be; the side zipper is such a convenient thing to have as well...." Read more

"The boot is quite comfortable and fit well. BUT, 1- the side zipper is useless because it only opens a small bit, barely enough to extract your foot..." Read more

"...Also the zip is covered by a thick flap when closed and is not noticable or in the way whatsoever...." Read more

"...Weird thing is an inside zipper plus laces, so a bit harder to put on, but not much. If they were just a bit larger, I'd give them 5 stars...." Read more

Best Comfy Boots Of ALL Time
5 out of 5 stars
Best Comfy Boots Of ALL Time
Best boots I've ever owned. The wife always wants to go on long walks (4-6 miles) and I used to cringe. Now I could go on forever in these comfy boots. I even wear em in the summer with shorts. They vent great in the heat, and with warm socks are great in the winter too. The Strikes certainly are a great new design, unlike many other's I've tried that failed big time. I really find it hard to believe that a new design actually is so well done, I'm used to things getting cheaper and crappier and costing more. WHAT a relief to find these.
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Vincent
5.0 out of 5 stars Most Comfortable Pair Of Boot's
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2019
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I ordered these boots in January and have worn them every single day for my job. They are without a definitive doubt, THE MOST comfortable boots I have ever worn or owned. The factory insert is very nice but after a few weeks it got very formed to my foot and I started to notice that I was fidgeting around a lot to prevent my feet from getting sore. So I went and swapped the inserts with some Dr.Scholls and OH BOY did that make a an enormous difference. It was like I put them on for the first time again! They lace up very tightly which is nice especially if you need them to be; the side zipper is such a convenient thing to have as well. All you honestly need to do is tie your laces once and never worry about it again. I tied mine so the laces hide behind the tongue and can't be seen which is nice and let my work pants lay on top more comfortably. Movement is good, traction is incredible, my feet have never gotten hot while wearing these, and YES they are waterproof. I've stood in puddles half a foot deep and didn't even notice. My pair ended up getting scuffed on the front because of some work I was doing underneath a trailer so I will definitely be ordering another pair for personal use because I am so in love with these boots and BATES as a brand. I even got my father to buy a pair of their motorcycle boots. Finally, the most important answer of them all....yes i got these because I saw them in Blade Runner 2049! Although the pair K wears in the movie are actually the 10" ones, these really are more practical when it comes to construction work since I need my ankles to not be hindered.

All and all, these boots are a wise investment and I do highly recommend.
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Dane
5.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable and Tough.
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2018
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These are the most comfortable boots I have ever worn. They took no breaking in to be wearable for long periods of time with no discomfort. The side zip makes them very easy to put on and take off without weakening the side of the boot at all. Also the zip is covered by a thick flap when closed and is not noticable or in the way whatsoever.

Yes these are the shoes worn by K in Blade Runner 2049 and the outside pattern looks very cool, but besides that these are great all around boots for anyone needing a tougher shoe. These are perfect for every day wear besides whatever you need them for. I highly recommend you pick these up, the sizes are normal and fit as expected.

One word of warning is on my first pair there was a crease in the inside seam of one of the boots that made wearing them very uncomfortable and also showed a big crease on the outside. With Amazon's policy I was able to exchange them easily so make sure you check them out before your 30 days return period is up.
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White Eagle
4.0 out of 5 stars SIZE DOES MATTER, RIGHT? Sometimes Smaller Really is Better, if not BEST!
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2016
Size: 11.5Color: BlackVerified Purchase
Superb boot, indoor/out. Lighter than other comparable/categorical products (except new UnderArmor models; which are not nearly as supportive, or all-weather capable. Through nearly 50 years of security/specops, hunting, hiking/climbing, SERE instruction on all types of terrains and in all types of weather--ranging from typhoons to blizzards--I've placed a premium on the quality of the boots I wore. No matter the price point. (Still have pair of WWII-manufactured [1944] mountaineering boots bought in Army Surplus Store; which doubled as cross-country ski and climbing shoes for 10th Mountain Corps in Norway. Steel-capped toes have deflected axe blades and although all-leather, bear grease and other treatments made these impermeable to water, snow, mud, etc. Ugly as hell, and heavier than a foundry workers boots, these suckers did their job. Still wear 'em occasionally, even if the grandkids call them my "Frankenstein" boots. Also have RedWings from 40 years ago (both of these purchased in larger sizes than what I was wearing previously.) Reason for this too lengthy digression down memory lane is to reinforce fact that I will never buy or endorse any boot that is not top-tier from every vantage point. Your feet can be your most valuable part of the body, if not your defense gear/weaponry. (Any of you who mucked about in the Delta in Nam can attest to importance of boots, socks [or barefoot or Panty Hose to keep leeches away and blisters under control] get the mission done without foot rot, fungus, or pain too great to be ignored.) The Bates Men's 6 Inch Strike Zip Waterproof tactical footwear just underwent an endurance test of enormous challenge in some high mountain wet rock/shale exposure, prolonged desert/sand heat, and most recently three days of intentional use in the Jonas megasnow storm that poundeda the East Coast, mainly in the Mid-Atlantic and my Northern Virginia backyard to DC. The amount of cold/wet transmitted despite light seemingly porous sides was minimal; though I did not wear beyond 2-3 hour stretches. Boots dried rapidly (2-3 hrs tops, without being near vent or using hair dryer), gripped well on grass, gravel, concrete below snow (when reached) and did not show significant discoloration or spread/elongation after significant moisture immersion. (Have dipped more than one pair of boots--incl Tony Llamas and Naconas:) in the tub to form fit those puppies to my feet, nice leather/steel shank or not.) BOTTOM LINE: A clearly SUPERIOR boot, much preferable to the ankle-top or calf-grabbers some folks choose (or their organization demands). Price point is quite good as well, without piling on for image appeal or branding like some other products. (Though BATES has solid reputation and has grabbed a prominent share of military/security footwear for several decades now, both dress and drill.) ONLY REASON I am not awarding this a coveted FIVE-STAR review is that I did feel some notable foot fatigue after 8-10 hrs wear (still impressive duration) and the "zipper sides" can compromise the sound/silent approach factor offered in the field by traditional lace-ups. Feel almost fickle about this, since it makes the boot so much easier to remove in a timely and more comfortable manner; esp for us geezers who can no longer drop down to a lotus position or bend over from the waist to pull our booties off.) Will continue wearing over time and perhaps elevate this mark. For now, I'd recommend that you double time or RUN DON'T WALK to get yourself a pair of these extraordinary boots and toss your old ones in the bin rikky-tikky-tavvy!
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Michael
5.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable and effective lightweight summer duty boot.
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2016
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I purchased these to serve as my summer/shorts uniform on duty boot. The boots fit quite well, and have broken in nicely during my first few shifts at the station with them. I find them to have a "roomy" feel in the toe box, and lace snuggly and comfortably though the rest of the foot. The side zipper functions smoothly and stays securely in place when closed, while removing the boots after opening the zipper is smooth and effortless.
The only "complaint" is that putting the boots back on without untying the laces seems more difficult than the 8" version in my opinion. This minor grevience could be due to v cut at the top and back of the boot, Providing for less material to grab onto while standing and pulling the boot on one handed next to a gear rack. Again this is a small gripe and something I will surely become accustom too after wearing the boot longer.
Overall I can't see why this pair wouldn't hold up as well as my 8" pair, which have been in service for 6 years at this point. I highly recommend these as a good lightweight summer duty boot.
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Ivan
5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Product
Reviewed in Canada on March 5, 2018
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These boots have been awesome so far. My second pair of Bates in 3 years. The water proofing has worked great in the snow and slush. They are light weight and very comfortable. I am usually a size 10, so I ordered a 10.5 and they fit perfect. The Regular/Medium width is plenty wide and comfortable for a 6 foot, 220 pound man.
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Patrick Lui
5.0 out of 5 stars First pair of Bates - Great boots!
Reviewed in Canada on February 25, 2018
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Was concerned my EE wide feet will not fit, but I followed the sizing chart and ordered the EW extra wide instead of standard boot — fit like a glove, perfect!
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CountZero
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastiche
Reviewed in Italy on November 6, 2018
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Erano diventate il mio oggetto del desiderio da quando le ho viste in Blade Runner 2049. Sapevo già quanto fossero belle dal vero e non solo sullo schermo ma non mi aspettavo una simile comodità. Non posso ancora confermare sulla totale impermeabilità, ma vista l'ottima fattura c'è di che essere ottimisti. In caso contrario aggiornerò la recensione. Per ora cinque stelle strameritate.
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Davide Man
5.0 out of 5 stars Blade runner 2049
Reviewed in Italy on January 25, 2018
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Completamente impermeabili, comode.
Il miglior acquisto di questo genere che abbia mai fatto. Hanno una cerniera e una chiusura laterale che rendono il tutto immediato senza dover allacciare e slacciare ogni volta. Pienamente soddisfatto.
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Nick Deckard
5.0 out of 5 stars Ive seen boots you people wouldnt believe...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 11, 2018
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I'm not a big boots fan but I spotted these in Blade Runner 2049 (I am a Blade Runner nut!) and liked them more every time I saw them. So with a bit of trepidation, and knowing I could send them back if I didn't like them, I ordered these on Amazon and they came quicker than expected.

Love them! They take a little bit of getting used to if you are not used to boots. I am a UK size 8 so ordered the US size 9 and they fit just right - a little bit of room inside with thin socks but Ill be wearing thick socks with these of course and I would much rather them a tiny bit too big then too small. Very chunky feeling and very comfy too - you'll feel like you can walk through anything with these on - even replicants! So even though I am not a normal boots wearer I will definitely be wearing these, particularly in any bad weather. Very pleased!
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