The best work boots
"These are the second pair of Kenetrek Hardscrabble ST boots I’ve owned over the last 6 years. The first pair I had resoled once. They are expensive but in my opinion well worth the price. They fit true to size."
Hardscrabble ST
$485.00
Whether you're working out in the woods, in a factory, on a construction site or handling industrial materials, our safety toe boots will stand up to a beating and keep you comfortable all day long. We design and build our ASTM approved boots with the same attention to detail we give all our mountain boots. 3.8 lbs. Made in Italy. Available in Medium or Wide widths. Men's sizing (whole & half) Medium (5-12, 13, 14) or Wide (8-12, 13)
Key Features:
- 7" tall 2.8mm thick premium leather uppers with one piece vamp construction with no seams down the tongue for abrasion resistance and waterproofness
- Reinforced double and triple stitching in high wear areas
- Steel safety toe meets ASTM F2412-18a and ASTM F2413-18 impact, compression and electrical hazard safety standards
- 7mm nylon midsoles for extra support with pack loads
- Kenetrek Supportive Footbeds provide foundational arch support and a pronounced heel pocket
- Boot hardware that swivels instead of breaking
- Protective rubber sole guard for extra abrasion resistance
- Non-insulated for comfort in warm temperatures
- Windtex® waterproof, breathable, flexible membrane
- Lightweight K-Talon™ outsoles provide excellent traction
Overall rating: 4.734375 / 5 from 64 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Hardscrabble ST safety toe boots offer excellent ankle support and comfort for all-day wear, with a satisfactory break-in period. They are designed with premium materials and reinforced stitching for durability and safety, meeting ASTM standards.
Summary topics
- Ankle Support: 13%
- Break-in Period: 7%
Review topics: [fit, size, weight, support, feel, comfort, feet, boots, break, foot, insoles, platform, mountain, pair].
Review highlights
- "I was pleasantly surprised the break in period was not that bad." —
- "They have great ankle support and are great both in hot and cold headings underground." —
- "Very well made, very sturdy support, good fit out of the box and Dry!" —
Reviews
Underground Mining Boot
"Bought these boots to wear underground for mining and maintenance. Always had a love for Kenetrek out hunting and walking the hills, figured would be great for the rocky terrain in underground mining. I was right. Boots are great, even in the wettest conditions. I was pleasantly surprised the break in period was not that bad. They have great ankle support and are great both in hot and cold headings underground. These will be my go to boots for the rest of my mining career."
Boots very uncomfortable
"The boots don’t seem to break in very stiff and uncomfortable"
Hardscrabble ST
"True to size. My feet are regular width size 10. Boots felt comfortable from the start. I needed them for a construction project in the midwest during a coldstreak. I regulated warmth by changing sock thicknesses and it worked perfectly. Boots are sturdy, tough, comfortable and built to last. The craftsmanship is excellent. You could wear these things to hell and back…Thanks Kenetrek!"
Boots
"Great work boots! I have hunting boots as well, one thing the work boots need is a different sole that holds up longer to construction"
Best boots out there
"Takes a little bit to break in but the best boots out there. Buy once cry once. You’ll get your money worth."
Most comfortable boots I own!
"I love these bots. I have two pairs I were and two in the shelf as my first pair took about a year to get (covid). I can wear these Hardscrabble ST’s 18 hours a day and they are still comfortable. I get a solid year to year and a half out of a pair wearing them all the time. I sent a pair back to be resoled but I was not that happy with them and will just buy new ones when I need to. Highly recommended."
Boots
"Great product"
Christmas came early!
"Kenetrek pair number four for me. I have been wearing the regular hardscrabble hikers for four years and they are still solid. No leaks or other structural issues. I only got the steel toe version because my new job requires them. Can never be bummed about a new pair of Kenetreks. I will never wear a different brand boot. I have a completely fused right ankle and my 5 year old mountain extremes got me back out in the mountains hiking and hunting. After a ton of abuse, they still feel like the day I got them. Can’t say enough good things about Kenetrek boots."
Shoe laces stay tied.
"I’ve tried to wear lace up boots, These shoes laces stay tied They’re a comfortable boot."