ClarksOriginals Desert Boots Dark Tan Men's Chukkas Shoes Sz: 12

This is my second pair of Clark’s Desert Boots in ~3 months, so clearly I’m a fan. I snagged the light green color on sale for $40 in my size, whereas my first pair I paid around $75 for. These are lower quality, but for a little more than half the price, I’ll take it. There appears to be some kind of manufacturing defect/quality control issue, which I’m guessing is why the price was reduced. The suede on one shoe is rougher and a bit hairier than the other, which is the same smooth suede I’m used to with my other pair. I’ve posted close-up photos, the first is of the “hairy” suede, the second is the normal suede. The interior leather also doesn’t feel quuiiiite as smooth as my first pair. (My other CDBs are navy though, so maybe the dye has something to do with it?) So, if you’re not okay with potentially getting something a little bit lower quality, avoid the too-good-to-be-true sale prices. I took of 1 star for this issue, but CDBs generally get 5/5 from me.I like the color of these a lot more than I thought I would! Light green would definitely not be my first choice for color, but I couldn’t pass them up at that price. They look great with a pair of dark wash, cuffed jeans and are a fun departure from the more traditional light CDB colors people typically chose (oakwood/taupe/sand).These fit like my first pair (I usually wear an 8-8.5, but these run small and I have to buy them in a 9) and the cut/style is the same. Make sure to waterproof with a suede protectant spray - my cat knocked over a glass of water and got little droplets all over these before I had the chance. I was convinced they were ruined, but the water stains came out with some brushing and a rubber gum eraser (that eraser tip is the best I’ve picked up for cleaning suede, fyi). If you’ve never worn Clark’s with the crepe sole before be warned, they’ll pick up a LOT of dirt and ultimately become much darker. I’ve included a pic of the new soles vs. the soles of the boots I’ve been wearing for a few months now, which were he same color as these originally. I wear these to bike almost daily in a city, however, so your filthy-sole mileage may vary.

Casual look but very nice

This was my first pair of half-boots. Gotta say, I love them. They are comfortable right out of the box. They look great with jeans and slacks. Fashion forward people might be able to pull off these with suit pants, but I'm 38 and I don't live in Brooklyn. That being said, they feel good on my feet and they look really good.They definitely run 1/2 half size big (I wear a 10US and bought a 9.5US).The boot does not fit tight around the ankles...but does not affect comfort at all.10/10.

My teenage boys favorite shoes and now my husband has a pair!

Good looking and comfy! What's not to love. Nice, simple design I can wear all day and never feel under dressed. Goes with jeans or slacks. Sole is very pliable and cushy inside. Seems very well made and should last me a long time. My previous favorite dress shoes are a pair of Florsheims that I've had for about 12 years. Will be interesting to see if the DBs will last as long.

This is a classic and it’s insanely cheap and insanely comfortable.You can’t go wrong!

This is my third pair of Clark’s - first cloth. Super comfortable.

Got these for a good price after signing up for the Amazon VISA rewards card. Look good, fine to wear for a few hours at a time. You can feel and see the quality that these are made out of and that they are really worth the money. Would buy again!