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Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's
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Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's

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Urban trekkers will appreciate the old-school sneaker styling and functional design of the Keen Briggs shoes.

  • Full-grain leather uppers are water- and stain-resistant yet supple for a comfortable fit; classic Blucher-style lacing secures instep
  • Supple leather-lined heel pockets and Cambrelle® nylon lining in the forefoot enhance comfort and moisture control
  • Patented rubber Toe Guard and wraparound heels protect feet and uppers against bumps and abrasion
  • Removable Metatomical EVA footbeds are shaped to provide cushioning and arch support; will accommodate orthotics
  • Contoured EVA foam midsoles support and buffer feet against shock and fatigue
  • Durable, nonmarking carbon rubber outsoles are anti-slip and oil-resistant, and offer ample traction in all environments

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Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleLace-up
CutLow
WaterproofNo
UpperFull-grain leather
LiningLeather/nylon
MidsoleEVA
OutsoleRubber

Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's Customer Reviews

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Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's
 
4.3

(based on 13 reviews)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (13)
  • Durable (7)
  • Stable (6)
  • Breathable (5)
  • Lightweight (5)

Cons

  • Wear out quickly (3)

Best Uses

  • Casual wear (11)
  • Travel (8)
  • Business casual (5)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Comfort driven (12)

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Feb

27

2009

(10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

 
2.0

4 Pairs within a year

By MattMcHugh

from Des Moines, IA

About Me Comfort Driven

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Looks Great

Cons

  • Wear Out Quickly

Best Uses

  • Casual Wear

Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

The soles wear out very quickly, to the point of holes in the bottom. Keen the manufacturer will continually replace defective product, however after 4 replacements (within a year--moderate use), it is time to find a better quality shoe. Very comfortable, but I am just very disappointed that they just do not last.

  • Gift:
  • No
  • Sizing:
  • Feels true to size
  • Width:
  • Feels true to width

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Jul

31

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

A walking man's shoe

By Sutco

from Washington

Pros

  • Breathes Well
  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Business Casual
    • Casual Wear

    Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

    I have had these shoes for about two years and they are some of the best shoes I own. I estimate they will make it one more year and I do have to agree with others that the bottoms near the balls of the feet do seem to be wearing out rapidly. I don't know if this is a tradeoff for how extremely comfortable they are (I wear them everywhere). The cost-benefit is this: 3 years at [$] dollars per year is a pretty good deal for how comfortable and versatile the shoes are. If you're not a heavy walker, you may even get a few more years out of them.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Nov

    16

    2009

     
    4.0

    these shoes are really comfortable

    By bigtisha74

    from Stockton, CA

    About Me Comfort Driven

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Semi Stylish
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • They arent non slip

    Best Uses

    • Daily Wear
    • In the culinary kitchen
    • Wear To Work

    Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

    These are the most comfortable shoes ive ever put on. I didnt even have to break them in i was able to wear them the same day without my feet hurting or anything. The only thing that i dont like is that they say they are non-slip but you have to be careful when ur walking on wet surfaces, like water, oil spills and even grease.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Nov

    15

    2009

     
    4.0

    Great shoe

    By aubradford

    from St. Charles, IL

    About Me Comfort Driven

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Stylish
    • Versatile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Daily Wear
      • Going Out
      • Travel
      • Wear To Work

      Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

      I saved up for months to buy these and they were worth it. Comfy, stylish, unique ... all-around excellent shoe. Unfortunately, after about a year, one of the main stitches along the side popped, which led to the loose string unraveling further. I returned them and tried out the Keen Austin ... not bad either, but I didn't think they were as comfortable. I'm going with the Briggs again. Unfortunately, REI doesn't carry the color I like.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Aug

      13

      2009

       
      5.0

      Most comfortable shoes EVER!

      By PTguy

      from New York City

      About Me Comfort Driven

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Looks Great

      Cons

      • Wear Out Quickly

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Travel

      Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

      I'm a physical therapist and I work on my feet practically 8-10 hrs/day, 5 days/wk, and this shoe is the best I ever have...when in fact I have 6 pairs now!(of course different styles). The only knock is, the sole wears fast, other than that it fits perfect and feels like your wearing a pair of sneakers all day.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Jul

      7

      2009

       
      5.0

      best work shoes

      By porter13

      from folsom, ca.

      About Me Comfort Driven

      Pros

      • Breathes Well
      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Stable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Business Casual
        • Casual Wear
        • Travel
        • Wet Weather
        • work shoes

        Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

        i wait tables for a living. i wear these shoes five days a week or more for six to eight hours. i have tried nike, ecco, docs, and others for work and these have been the most comfortable. i have worn these for about seven months and they have not worn down much. they also keep your sweaty feet dry!

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Jun

        21

        2009

         
        5.0

        I Would Buy This Shoe Again and Again!

        By ChuckA

        from Oakland, CA

        About Me Comfort Driven

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

            I am an usher for the Oakland A's, and I'm on my feet and climbing up and down stairs for at least 5 hours every game. These Keens are the best, and I do mean the best, shoe that I've ever worn for the work that I do. They are super comfortable with good arch support, and the anti-slip sole is perfect for walking up and down wet stairs. I love these shoes and have recommended them to numerous other people. This is the second season that I've worn them, and they show no signs of wear.

            • Gift:
            • No
            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            May

            14

            2009

             
            5.0

            These shoes Rock!

            By jlulu

            from Folsom, CA

            About Me Comfort Driven

            Pros

            • Breathes Well
            • Comfortable
            • Looks Great

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Business Casual
              • Casual Wear

              Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

              These now rank as my favorite shoes ever and by a mile! They took about two full days to break in to get full confort. I might buy a 2nd pair to put on the shelf for when these bad boys wear out. I've seen the reviews that say these wear out quickly...even if that's true the confort it worth it. I know keen shoes are pricey, but don't let that fool you. They are worth it.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Apr

              2

              2009

               
              5.0

              Great shoes

              By scott0357

              from San Jose, CA

              About Me Comfort Driven

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Breathes Well
              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Lightweight
              • Stable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Business Casual
                • Casual Wear
                • Travel

                Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

                These shoes lasted 2 yrs. My feet fit into these shoes right away and took no time to break in. The leather is soft and comfortable. I wear them to work in office buildings about 3 days a week, and on weekends. The only downsize is that the sole at the heel is a little slippery.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                Mar

                24

                2009

                 
                3.0

                Comfortable shoe, does wear a little too

                By Mark Myers

                from Houston, TX

                About Me Comfort Driven

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Stable

                Cons

                • Wear Out Quickly

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear
                • Travel

                Comments about Keen Briggs Shoes - Men's:

                After loving a pair of Keen Taos I use as water shoes for kayaking, etc., I bought these back when they were called "Bronx", ~ 2 years ago. Since then, I have worn them on 5 trips (of 2 weeks each) to Japan and a trip to Germany, where they were my main shoe and did a LOT of walking, plus I have worn them to work here in the US about 70% of the time and worn them a lot on weekends. They are an extremely comfortable shoe, especially for doing a lot of walking. I wear an 11 1/2 EE running shoe, and I have trouble finding shoes that fit me well, but these do. I do agree, though, with Matt McHugh, that the soles of these wear too quickly, at least initially. I was disturbed to see how much wear occured on the soles in the first few months of use, especially around the ball of the foot. It did seem to plateau a bit after that, and though they have continued to wear, overall it has not affected the function of them too much until now. I now have to replace them as the footbed has compressed down too much at the ball of the foot, causing me a little pain. I am going to the REI near my office today, and am going to try the Keen Austins, because the reviews for them make them sound maybe a little more durable. I leave on a 10-day trip to France and Germany tomorrow, so I should be able to field test the Austins over there.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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