Being a size 11 I'm terribly hard to fit and am forced to order most of my shoes online.  Consequently, 99 out of 100 go right back in the packaging and returned.  I needed a durable boot for motorcycle riding and exhausted the motorcycle specific options without finding a single boot that was remotely comfortable, sized appropriately, or well constructed so I moved on to the next most durable boot I could think of, and the company best known for making great hard wearing hiking boots, and ordered these Timberland boots.  Upon opening this box, I was really skeptical.  The toe box seemed really long, as though the maker elongated the toe portion to add length to achieve the larger size.  I normally wear a B width and this was only available in the C/D (wide) width and I'm so glad I tried it because it was really narrow, even for my medium width feet.  However, after five minutes, the leather warmed and softened and feels as good as my custom shoes, but are 100 times more attractive.

I love the "Steam Punk" look and the leather is soft, thick and the boots feel like they will last 10 years with reasonable care and a couple of resoles.  The construction is really top notch and they are super comfortable to walk and stand in.  I have been wearing Ariat's as I ride horses as well as motorcycles and have been really disappointed with the lasting quality of the lace up boots I'm currently wearing.  Many other lace ups I've tried as well as the Ariats have seams on the inside that rub giant blisters on my heels and my riding boots still rub after 4 months of breaking in.  These Timberlands are not rubbing my heels and are smooth and soft on the inside.  I have not tried riding in them but they seem appropriate and I can't wait to see if they are as comfortable in the saddle as they are walking, standing and riding the motorcycle.  I cannot say enough about these boots and at $69.99 they are a steal, I'm considering ordering a second pair to keep at the stable and one for wearing out.  Love love LOVE these boots!
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