I really like this boot and it is very comfortable. It fits true to size. I have very skinny feet so I have to lace them up fairly tightly. My only suggestion would be to put some padding on the tongue of the shoe. However, I can wear them all day in jeans or dress pants.

Can you tell I love these boots. My first Shiloh's have been re-soled twice and the patina is the best. I put them on more times a month than all the other's combined. The Kern's are a great comfortable casual city hiker for me, and go great with jeans or shorts. My newer Shiloh's and my Fairfax are great for the boot look and are substantial for a scooter ride.
If you only buy one pair or all, just do it you will be happy.

Top quality and comfort, worth the money!!

Hi, I’m just writing today to let everyone know the great quality of these boots. They fit true to size, I have a wide foot & the E width fits great. Stylish & comfortable, just a Awesome boot, I have the black ones with the white bottoms. I get compliments all the time! They are worth every penny!

I've tried several brands of boots and the Kern are as good and comfortable as I've found! Not one pressure point on my feet that hurt!

So I’ve purchased every style! Brown, black/black and black/white KERNS! Love these boots. I use them for work and everything else. Most comfortable boot ever.

I bought these boots for maintenance work around my property and I'm really pleased with how sturdy and comfortable they are. I could have proudly worn them casually since they look so nice. I will buy again.

So comfortable, very light . I would love to see more colors in these Kern style.

Fit is perfect. Obviously we'll made Product with flawless leather.

After thousands of motorcycle miles and countless hikes, these boot have held up and are still my go to boot for any adventure.

These boots are great! Not heavy and bulky but yet rugged and durable.

I had some initial problems with the first pair I bought and let me say the customer service is better than 99% of the companies I have ran across. I got my replacement boots in and am smitten. I won't say they are my new favorite pair of shoes but pretty close. Comfortable as heck. It didn't take but maybe a week to get them broken in to where they didn't kill me to wear all day. That being said I don't like when I'm not wearing them. Looking forward to seeing how they wear in the next few months and years. I couldn't wait to get them out of the box.

I like the boots a lot. They fit really well( size 12) I was worried they wouldn’t be narrow enough but they are just right, I have narrow feet and generally boots are too wide. They took about 4 or 5 seatings to break them in, but are now quite comfortable. Really good looking with casual clothing.I really like the size of the loops at the back to pull the boots on, you can get a finger in them, which I’ve never seen before.Two things I wish were better. 1. The quick loops at the top are sharp and are cutting my laces. 2. I wish the soles were a harder material, I have to have mine resoled, the area under the ball of my foot has worn smooth and the back of the heel is wearing fast. If it was just the lacing issue I’d give them 5, but I’m pretty disappointed in how quickly the sole material has worn out.

I thought looking at the boots they would be a bit too stiff but once worn it didn’t talks long to get used to them. Wore them all day and didn’t not have my feet hurt at the end of the day. Feel bad on the abuse they will get because they are great looking boots.

Sizing little small in width go with wide. Own 3 pairs

These boots . Are what they say they are, I've work building swimming pools,and believe me. These boots are super durable... they're good for work or just to wear casually .. I've been wearing them for a while now. As work boots. 🤔 Did wore them a few times before deciding to take them at work..
When i bought them i first thought i was being scammed 🤣🤣 but than 😳 i was contacted by the customer service team 🤣 and said they were on the Way . Now .

Are the boots high quality? Yes, they are. What’s wrong with my boots then? As many reviewers here say, the boots tend to be on the smaller side. I ordered size 9.5 as that’s my usual size but the boots feel tight. When I first got them I thought I had to walk around a few times, maybe it was my feet.. i wanted them to feel comfortable, I wanted to want them but after a used them a few days I realize that perhaps I should have ordered a size 10 instead :(

Like I said the boots themselves are perfect. The online buying process not so good as one cannot try different sizes before handing over nearly $300… nothing beats in-store buying. What I would recommend is to maybe buy 2 or 3 pairs, choose which one you’re really comfortable with and return the other two. Online purchasing failed me this time.

I believe I have now owned these boots for over two years (maybe three). I bought them on sale as a "Factory seconds" boot, meaning it may have blemishes or discoloration. When I got them I thought they looked great. I also have metal in my left foot making it difficult to buy shoes. I wear an 11-11.5, with my left foot being wider then my right. These fit great, leaving good room in the toe box. I purchased a size 11.5. I use them riding my motorcycle (hence the dark toe on the left boot), winter use (everyday), and for work (all winter, most of spring and Fall, some summer. I do a lot of driving, in and out of shops, repair facilities, municipalities, etc..). I oil them usually twice a year (I believe they have been oiled 3 or 4 times, it is probably time again) . They have not torn or pulled apart, and there is still a bit of rubber on the soles. I feel I have not been easy on these and they are still just as comfortable as new. I still wear them on a regular basis (like today). Great boot.

These boots are super comfortable with minimal break in period if you do it right. I personally put on thicker socks and wore them around the house for 30 minutes of walking, and wearing them 2 times and that’s all it took. I have two pairs of Fairfax boots, one in black and one in rust. I also have a pair of rust Shiloh boots and they are all very well made, comfortable look great and will last you for years to come. Without sounding like I work for Wilcox, buy them!! (I don’t work for or have any affiliation with Wilcox.)

I forgot to mention, I have a pair of brown Kerns on the way!

For the last 6 years I've worn these around the streets of urban and suburban Minneapolis, MN mostly in the winter months for work & play. They've been quite comfortable and stylish. (Although the pull loops on the black pair interfere with the way my jeans or slacks hang!). Over the past year I was wearing them less frequently as walking with hard soles on concrete and asphalt had become a bit painful for my knees and heels. Rather than give up on them, I chose to replace the inner soles with some that had more cushion and thickness to them. Bam! What a difference! They are much more comfortable. Then, about two weeks ago, I took a week's vacation to Northeastern Minnesota and wore these boots every day. Hiking or bumming around the campsite on the edge of the wilderness I have never owned boots that perform as wonderfully as these. So very comfortable! Up and down hills and over rocks the tread and the ankle support were tremendous. Mind you this state is in a serious drought right now so I could not test them in mud or rain on this trip but I think the past experience with snow is sufficient. These are terrific boots. They're great around town and absolutely stellar when taken off road. I'm looking forward to using them more off road in the future. I think the tread has a few more years left on them. Thanks Wilcox for some fabulous footwear!

A high quality bolt boot. Very comfortable and looks good too. Started as a Sunday boot but soon became the ones I choose thru the week. 2nd pair I’ve had and am not disappointed in any way. There service department it top notch.

I liked the toe cap on the Fairfax so took a chance. Wore daily to work office/field. 90/10. Wear on motorcycle. Re-soled heal still going strong. Very Comfortable, right out of the box. And I still have all the lacing hooks. Great value and quality.

These boots are awesome. First, they are crafted in fine materials and made with quality construction. They are made to take a beating and last. The insoles are comfortable and easy to wear all day. Plus since they are real leather, they clean up nicely and you can wear them out at night. The size and fit is great. I wear a size 11 in Converse Chuck Taylor’s, and found that an 11.5 in the Fairfax was the best fit. I’ve had my first pair for several years and recently purchased another because I wanted them in black too. Highly recommended!!

A better upgrade than the last pair that I had which was probably three years ago that being said I’m a biker so I ride so you’re gonna see a little damage to the inside and outside of the actual shoe it takes a while to break in but once they break and they fit nicely a little bit of discomfort on the heel whether you lace them tightly or not it just takes a little bit for that to happen the inside of the shoe is markedly better craftsmanship than before. like I said so far so good

This is the second pair I’ve gotten from Wilcox. Both have been excellent. Very comfortable, I had to exchange the second pair because they were too small, but the customer service was excellent. In my experience, they do run small.

Beautiful leather and great leather smell. Fits well to size and very comfortable, no need for inserts.. plan to buy another pair.

Woo-hoo. You brought the originals back. I just might have to buy a pair in black. The brown ones are still going strong and just getting better with time. Gotta love the way quality leather forms and lasts.

These boots are value-priced service boots with a Dainite-like rubber sole and solid goodyear welt construction. Wilcox includes features like a full calfskin lining that you would expect on higher-end boots, but for a significantly lower price than many other boot makers. The leather is beautiful and has a smooth, waxy finish that almost feels like a Shell. It breaks in quickly, and hints at a lovely patina that will develop as the lighter leather in the core shows through. I haven’t seen another leather like this, and I love it. These might be the best value service boot you could find. Highly recommended.

I’ve only worn them a couple of times. First time they were a little snug, but I’ve got wide feet. Second time much more comfortable. I feel like the more they’re worn the better they feel.

Over the years of buying high quality boots, one thing that has become more and more important is comfort. Comfort has become one of the first considerations when buying a boot, along with quality manufacturing and style. This is hands down the most comfortable boot i own, and I own maybe 30 pairs of boots, from all of the highly regarded makers out there. The construction is clean and the last shape is very appealing, not to slim and not too bulky. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is because I have only worn them for a couple of months. If they hold up a few years and I still feel the same about them, 5 stars. Who knows, I may even love them more by then.

The Baker is my 2nd pair of Wilcox boots and just like my Shilohs they're fantastic! They look great w dress pants and just as cool paired w my jeans. True to size and the E width is a win-win. Excellent craftsmanship!

i have 4 pair of wilcox ,2 black 2 brown ,the pair i use the most ,have been resoled twice ,as i use them for riding my motorcycles and the wear down faster,but the more you wear these boots the better they get ,the comfort is unsurpassed ,the quality on point ,i have also purchased a pair for my son who loves his also and has spread the word amongst his friends .keep em coming wilcox ,i could always use another pair.

I have 3 pairs of Wilcox boots now, including the Baker. I loved the others so much I bought the Bakers so I could wear them when the occasion is a little dressier. All of my Wilcox boots fit perfectly, broke in comfortably, and they’re tough without being heavy. These things are made as well as some of the shoes I’ve paid 3x as much for. Perfect service, perfect boot.

These boots a lot different than wilcox other boots. They're more of a service boot that goes with anything. I haven't found a day where they didn't work perfect with what I'm wearing. I've been wearing Goodyear welted shoes for decades, and these are every bit as top notch as my Aldens & Allen Edmonds. Yes, I really just said that. The leather is uniquely classic & well suited for anything.

LOVE EM - Beautiful comfortable and seem to be of good quality. Only complain is they are hard to get on and off at first

Gorgeous boots that will last! There's no comparison to the glued together boots that fall apart over time. Well worth the price for the craftsmanship. True to size and the E width. Love these boots!

I really like this boot and it is very comfortable. It fits true to size. I have very skinny feet so I have to lace them up fairly tightly. My only suggestion would be to put some padding on the tongue of the shoe. However, I can wear them all day in jeans or dress pants.

Can you tell I love these boots. My first Shiloh's have been re-soled twice and the patina is the best. I put them on more times a month than all the other's combined. The Kern's are a great comfortable casual city hiker for me, and go great with jeans or shorts. My newer Shiloh's and my Fairfax are great for the boot look and are substantial for a scooter ride.
If you only buy one pair or all, just do it you will be happy.

Top quality and comfort, worth the money!!

Hi, I’m just writing today to let everyone know the great quality of these boots. They fit true to size, I have a wide foot & the E width fits great. Stylish & comfortable, just a Awesome boot, I have the black ones with the white bottoms. I get compliments all the time! They are worth every penny!

I've tried several brands of boots and the Kern are as good and comfortable as I've found! Not one pressure point on my feet that hurt!

So I’ve purchased every style! Brown, black/black and black/white KERNS! Love these boots. I use them for work and everything else. Most comfortable boot ever.

I bought these boots for maintenance work around my property and I'm really pleased with how sturdy and comfortable they are. I could have proudly worn them casually since they look so nice. I will buy again.

So comfortable, very light . I would love to see more colors in these Kern style.

Fit is perfect. Obviously we'll made Product with flawless leather.

After thousands of motorcycle miles and countless hikes, these boot have held up and are still my go to boot for any adventure.

These boots are great! Not heavy and bulky but yet rugged and durable.

I had some initial problems with the first pair I bought and let me say the customer service is better than 99% of the companies I have ran across. I got my replacement boots in and am smitten. I won't say they are my new favorite pair of shoes but pretty close. Comfortable as heck. It didn't take but maybe a week to get them broken in to where they didn't kill me to wear all day. That being said I don't like when I'm not wearing them. Looking forward to seeing how they wear in the next few months and years. I couldn't wait to get them out of the box.

I like the boots a lot. They fit really well( size 12) I was worried they wouldn’t be narrow enough but they are just right, I have narrow feet and generally boots are too wide. They took about 4 or 5 seatings to break them in, but are now quite comfortable. Really good looking with casual clothing.I really like the size of the loops at the back to pull the boots on, you can get a finger in them, which I’ve never seen before.Two things I wish were better. 1. The quick loops at the top are sharp and are cutting my laces. 2. I wish the soles were a harder material, I have to have mine resoled, the area under the ball of my foot has worn smooth and the back of the heel is wearing fast. If it was just the lacing issue I’d give them 5, but I’m pretty disappointed in how quickly the sole material has worn out.

I thought looking at the boots they would be a bit too stiff but once worn it didn’t talks long to get used to them. Wore them all day and didn’t not have my feet hurt at the end of the day. Feel bad on the abuse they will get because they are great looking boots.

Sizing little small in width go with wide. Own 3 pairs

These boots . Are what they say they are, I've work building swimming pools,and believe me. These boots are super durable... they're good for work or just to wear casually .. I've been wearing them for a while now. As work boots. 🤔 Did wore them a few times before deciding to take them at work..
When i bought them i first thought i was being scammed 🤣🤣 but than 😳 i was contacted by the customer service team 🤣 and said they were on the Way . Now .

Are the boots high quality? Yes, they are. What’s wrong with my boots then? As many reviewers here say, the boots tend to be on the smaller side. I ordered size 9.5 as that’s my usual size but the boots feel tight. When I first got them I thought I had to walk around a few times, maybe it was my feet.. i wanted them to feel comfortable, I wanted to want them but after a used them a few days I realize that perhaps I should have ordered a size 10 instead :(

Like I said the boots themselves are perfect. The online buying process not so good as one cannot try different sizes before handing over nearly $300… nothing beats in-store buying. What I would recommend is to maybe buy 2 or 3 pairs, choose which one you’re really comfortable with and return the other two. Online purchasing failed me this time.

I believe I have now owned these boots for over two years (maybe three). I bought them on sale as a "Factory seconds" boot, meaning it may have blemishes or discoloration. When I got them I thought they looked great. I also have metal in my left foot making it difficult to buy shoes. I wear an 11-11.5, with my left foot being wider then my right. These fit great, leaving good room in the toe box. I purchased a size 11.5. I use them riding my motorcycle (hence the dark toe on the left boot), winter use (everyday), and for work (all winter, most of spring and Fall, some summer. I do a lot of driving, in and out of shops, repair facilities, municipalities, etc..). I oil them usually twice a year (I believe they have been oiled 3 or 4 times, it is probably time again) . They have not torn or pulled apart, and there is still a bit of rubber on the soles. I feel I have not been easy on these and they are still just as comfortable as new. I still wear them on a regular basis (like today). Great boot.

These boots are super comfortable with minimal break in period if you do it right. I personally put on thicker socks and wore them around the house for 30 minutes of walking, and wearing them 2 times and that’s all it took. I have two pairs of Fairfax boots, one in black and one in rust. I also have a pair of rust Shiloh boots and they are all very well made, comfortable look great and will last you for years to come. Without sounding like I work for Wilcox, buy them!! (I don’t work for or have any affiliation with Wilcox.)

I forgot to mention, I have a pair of brown Kerns on the way!

For the last 6 years I've worn these around the streets of urban and suburban Minneapolis, MN mostly in the winter months for work & play. They've been quite comfortable and stylish. (Although the pull loops on the black pair interfere with the way my jeans or slacks hang!). Over the past year I was wearing them less frequently as walking with hard soles on concrete and asphalt had become a bit painful for my knees and heels. Rather than give up on them, I chose to replace the inner soles with some that had more cushion and thickness to them. Bam! What a difference! They are much more comfortable. Then, about two weeks ago, I took a week's vacation to Northeastern Minnesota and wore these boots every day. Hiking or bumming around the campsite on the edge of the wilderness I have never owned boots that perform as wonderfully as these. So very comfortable! Up and down hills and over rocks the tread and the ankle support were tremendous. Mind you this state is in a serious drought right now so I could not test them in mud or rain on this trip but I think the past experience with snow is sufficient. These are terrific boots. They're great around town and absolutely stellar when taken off road. I'm looking forward to using them more off road in the future. I think the tread has a few more years left on them. Thanks Wilcox for some fabulous footwear!

A high quality bolt boot. Very comfortable and looks good too. Started as a Sunday boot but soon became the ones I choose thru the week. 2nd pair I’ve had and am not disappointed in any way. There service department it top notch.

I liked the toe cap on the Fairfax so took a chance. Wore daily to work office/field. 90/10. Wear on motorcycle. Re-soled heal still going strong. Very Comfortable, right out of the box. And I still have all the lacing hooks. Great value and quality.

These boots are awesome. First, they are crafted in fine materials and made with quality construction. They are made to take a beating and last. The insoles are comfortable and easy to wear all day. Plus since they are real leather, they clean up nicely and you can wear them out at night. The size and fit is great. I wear a size 11 in Converse Chuck Taylor’s, and found that an 11.5 in the Fairfax was the best fit. I’ve had my first pair for several years and recently purchased another because I wanted them in black too. Highly recommended!!

A better upgrade than the last pair that I had which was probably three years ago that being said I’m a biker so I ride so you’re gonna see a little damage to the inside and outside of the actual shoe it takes a while to break in but once they break and they fit nicely a little bit of discomfort on the heel whether you lace them tightly or not it just takes a little bit for that to happen the inside of the shoe is markedly better craftsmanship than before. like I said so far so good

This is the second pair I’ve gotten from Wilcox. Both have been excellent. Very comfortable, I had to exchange the second pair because they were too small, but the customer service was excellent. In my experience, they do run small.

Beautiful leather and great leather smell. Fits well to size and very comfortable, no need for inserts.. plan to buy another pair.

Woo-hoo. You brought the originals back. I just might have to buy a pair in black. The brown ones are still going strong and just getting better with time. Gotta love the way quality leather forms and lasts.

These boots are value-priced service boots with a Dainite-like rubber sole and solid goodyear welt construction. Wilcox includes features like a full calfskin lining that you would expect on higher-end boots, but for a significantly lower price than many other boot makers. The leather is beautiful and has a smooth, waxy finish that almost feels like a Shell. It breaks in quickly, and hints at a lovely patina that will develop as the lighter leather in the core shows through. I haven’t seen another leather like this, and I love it. These might be the best value service boot you could find. Highly recommended.

I’ve only worn them a couple of times. First time they were a little snug, but I’ve got wide feet. Second time much more comfortable. I feel like the more they’re worn the better they feel.

Over the years of buying high quality boots, one thing that has become more and more important is comfort. Comfort has become one of the first considerations when buying a boot, along with quality manufacturing and style. This is hands down the most comfortable boot i own, and I own maybe 30 pairs of boots, from all of the highly regarded makers out there. The construction is clean and the last shape is very appealing, not to slim and not too bulky. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is because I have only worn them for a couple of months. If they hold up a few years and I still feel the same about them, 5 stars. Who knows, I may even love them more by then.

The Baker is my 2nd pair of Wilcox boots and just like my Shilohs they're fantastic! They look great w dress pants and just as cool paired w my jeans. True to size and the E width is a win-win. Excellent craftsmanship!

i have 4 pair of wilcox ,2 black 2 brown ,the pair i use the most ,have been resoled twice ,as i use them for riding my motorcycles and the wear down faster,but the more you wear these boots the better they get ,the comfort is unsurpassed ,the quality on point ,i have also purchased a pair for my son who loves his also and has spread the word amongst his friends .keep em coming wilcox ,i could always use another pair.

I have 3 pairs of Wilcox boots now, including the Baker. I loved the others so much I bought the Bakers so I could wear them when the occasion is a little dressier. All of my Wilcox boots fit perfectly, broke in comfortably, and they’re tough without being heavy. These things are made as well as some of the shoes I’ve paid 3x as much for. Perfect service, perfect boot.

These boots a lot different than wilcox other boots. They're more of a service boot that goes with anything. I haven't found a day where they didn't work perfect with what I'm wearing. I've been wearing Goodyear welted shoes for decades, and these are every bit as top notch as my Aldens & Allen Edmonds. Yes, I really just said that. The leather is uniquely classic & well suited for anything.

LOVE EM - Beautiful comfortable and seem to be of good quality. Only complain is they are hard to get on and off at first

Gorgeous boots that will last! There's no comparison to the glued together boots that fall apart over time. Well worth the price for the craftsmanship. True to size and the E width. Love these boots!