it is that time again, my work shoes are in need of replacing. any suggestions on what brand i should get? i fix mercedes all day long on concrete and need them to be oil and slip resistant, but most of all comfortable. steel toe not needed. thanks

I have a pair of Caterpillar brand steel toes, and have never felt the steel toe part...

They are the most comfortable boots I have ever worn.

Your Mileage May Vary...

Redwing steeltoe boots.



I've been on the same pair for well over a year.

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-1983 VW Rabbit LS Diesel (5speed, VNT/Giles build)

I wear redwings. I'm supprised that steel toes are not required. Youd never work in my shop like that.

The company I work for requires steel toe boots in many of its positions. The old-timers wear Red Wings. Most of the newer guys wear Red Wings. I don't have Red Wings yet....but once my current boots wear out, I will probably spend the $275 and get myself a pair. (they all say they are worth it)

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09 Jetta TDI
1985 300D

Our people settled on "Shoes for Crews". Inexpensive, very comfortable, slip resistant. Even if a new pair was bought annually, you'd save a ton of money. Most are in the $50 range.

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Fred
2009 ML350
2004 SL600
2004 SL500
1996 SL600
2002 SLK32
2005 CLK320 cabrio
2003 ML350
1997 C280 Sport

I have a pair of Red Wing boots that are the most comfortable footware I've ever had.

Redwings

You can put them on right out of the box (if properly fitted) and feel fine.

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Jim

Red Wings.

I have had a pair of regular black red wing shoes, and a pair of Red Wing boots for over a decade.

I've had both resoled more than once.

They are extraordinarily comfortable shoes.

Also, they not only provide free shoe laces, but will oil the shoes free of charge for life.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".

Redwings has some great styles.

Or you could get some White's. they have some boots that you can keep rebuilding for decades!

Alon

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2004 C240 - 744 - C7 Wheels - Android Radio
2002 C320 - 816 - Sport Wagon

honestly all the years i have worked in an auto shop environment i have never needed the steel to boot. i guess i have never been in the position to have something heavy drop on my toes. the one time i did drop a high torque starter it landed on the top of my foot, so the steel toe aspect wouldn't have helped any way, fortunately it wasn't a 617 diesel starter

i guess i will go with the general recommendation and try for red wings. thanks

I wear Tommy Bahama flip flops to work, but have owned a couple of pairs of redwing wellington boots, but bought a pair of Justins in the same style last year and like them better.

my plain redwing's were just $120...



add $50 for the custom molded insoles (damn comfey) The leather on mine is just starting to tear (on top of the toe) is their anyway to fix this, besides replacement?




and, most shops; steel toes are optional, but boots are usually required (some are scared if you get you foot ranover with a Hi-lo)

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-1983 VW Rabbit LS Diesel (5speed, VNT/Giles build)