Customer Reviews Red Wing Heritage Chelsea Rancher

I have had these for about 8 months now and really like them. For sizing, I normally wear a 10.5 regular width but decided to order these in a size 10. They were tight and uncomfortable until they broke in but are very comfortable now.

If you're looking for a pull-on, chances are you've seen quite a few by the time you've gotten to these Red Wings. You're wondering about the price differential between RWH Chelsea Ranchers and all the rest. Well, let me assure you, a cost analysis of these Red Wings - over all realms - makes them your best bet among all your choices. Along with these being the finest styling, they are thoroughly handcrafted in the industrial setting. They are real shoes, made by shoemakers. The materials and crafting are the finest. With that, do understand, they require being broken in. It's sort of like wrangling a young stallion, getting bucked off at first from a beautiful, young, still wild at heart horse, until you both get to know and trust each other, knowing you are better together than either of you alone, to become and ride on as one. You have customized yourselves to the common goal of moving forward - solid, strong, handsome, and thoroughly competent in a world where you unquestioningly count on each other like a partner in life. You don't walk in these shoes, you ride Red Wings.

Awesome boot. Wrong size. I wear a 10.5 and ordered a 10 and it was still too big. I even have 2 other Red Wings (1 10.5 one 10).

These boot fit great but beware of width. I wear 11 B in the red wing boots 923 and the Red Wing Motorcycle boots 969. These fit Just like those after I inserted a much needed Red Wing Redbed insole. They fit great perfectly for my size and will take a long time to break in but I can tell they are well worth the money.

To me, true to size means doing homework. It is accurate on most websites regarding ordering Red Wing 1/2 size 1 size smaller. Measure your feet accurately before ordering unless you want to go through exchange stuff. A ruler measures your feet length and width and converts to measurements on line. For me, these are the best shoes made. They are American lasted, wider than European I have 3 pair of various styles and various soles and they are the bomb. I have never had an issue with break in but I do add and remove pads. I get them from ShoeCareSupplies.com.

I have been a very loyal Red Wing boot wearer for most of my adult life and these Chelsea boots are no exception. Order them about a half size smaller than what you usually wear (I'm a size 12, wear 11.5). The shoes don't have the thick insole so breaking them in is critical to the fit, which will last a lifetime!! If you wear them out, have them recrafted by Red Wing. If they get scuffed, rubbed them with your hands before getting out wax. A little TLC goes a long way with these. Overall, these are great fitting stylish boots. Thanks to Zappos for carrying such quality, American made items!

Purchased this boot to replace an old pair of Blundstone's. I have had them over a year now, wearing them in every season. Happy to report these boots are bomb proof! My only complaint has been the lack of cushion from the insole. I added a thin Spenco Insole to remedy that issue. The first thing I noticed was the weight of the boot. They are heavier than I anticipated, this is a result of the steel shank and leather footboard which give these boots a solid feel and allow for replacement of the Goodyear sole. They are stiff when you first get them but they quickly break in and now after more than a year they are supple. I mostly use these boots for work but they are stylish enough to be worn with dress jeans. I would have rated these 5 stars if not for the insole.

High quality materials and very well made. Bought these to be my slip-on shoes when taking my dog out for a walk. They were a very snug fit when they were brand new. After a few wearings to break-in, they are comfortable and fit well, overall. However, even after a few weeks of walking in them 45 minutes every day, I have to use a boot remover to get them off. They are still very tight across the top of my foot just below the ankle. A great shoe that will last for years but not the quick slip-ons I meant to get.

Great looking pair of boots - you can tell that these are top quality - the only thing I would say, and what has prevented me from giving all 5 stars is that they are a little narrow and also need time to break in. Give it some time, as they are a little stiff. Use mink oil or boot conditioner to help soften up and break in faster. If you have really wide feet, these may not be the boots for you.

I have worn these about four days (50 hours) and the elastic material on the ankle of one boot has ripped. I am not hard on the shoes and those 50 hours were spent mostly standing and sitting. Otherwise, the shoes appear to have good construction. I will likely exchange for another pair and hope my issue was a fluke. My product "overall ranking" reflects this issue. Thank goodness for Zappos; it is the silver lining in this case. Regarding sizing, my shoe size is 8½D. These shoes fit true to size, out of the box. With thick wool socks the fit is snug, but not uncomfortable or tight. I suspect the leather will either fit closer to my foot or stretch a bit over time. I could not find this model from a Red Wing retailer, and upon additional inquiry was told they were not available by Red Wing US retailers.