Product Reviews

Very nice boot a little on narrow side .

I have a very wide foot

The fit is excellant. Roomy to the sides and above the toe box.

Sturdy but comfortable leather upper

with a thick, shock absorbing sole and heel.

The quality of construction seems to be quite excellant, materials, stitching, and finish.

The price is comparable to regular shoes I have purchased in recent years,

so that was a huge plus.

They do require a bit of "breaking in";

but a few hours at a time they have been very easy to walk in.

I hope to be a return customer for this brand and store.

Good quality boot fit true to size

Background: My feet were never the same after my homeless adventure found me on death's doorstep. During my lengthy recovery, my feet were swelled and numb for over two months. Unknown to myself, or the medical professionals, as the swelling subsided the tendons in my toes contracted, the cartilage in the joints dissipated causing the bones to fuse. I now have 'hammer toes' in the six middle digits on each foot and require prescription orthotics under my damaged feet to be able to stand and walk functionally. Aside from the constant pain, I can no longer run, jump, weightlift squat, or any other explosive movements with my feet.



Situation: Having such deformed feet, I found it difficult to purchase footwear 'off the shelf' and explored having high quality custom made boots to accommodate my unique feet. It was a total debacle and I probably ended up doing more damage to my feet as a result of my intense desire to wear high quality boots.



Solution: I commenced my search for accommodating footwear with the idea that I would probably require 'diabetic' footwear for my feet. The last time I looked into 'diabetic' footwear the choice was between a brown or black leather velcro-closure 'sneaker' type shoe that was more for comfort around the house than ruggedness for outdoor exploration. Then I came across ICS Shoes and my expectations were completely annihilated. They offered rugged hiking/work footwear in a variety of styles in extra-extra wide sizes and greater depth to accommodate orthotics. Needless to say, this is EXACTLY what I was searching for.



With the above in mind I wholeheartedly endorse the product:

Apis Mt. Emey AM5605 Men's 4" Hiking Boot - Comfort Orthopedic Diabetic Boot - Extra Depth for Orthotics - Extra Wide 6E



These boots are all-leather, stylish, rugged, comfortable and adequately accommodates my prescription orthotics. I needed a 6E width to accommodate my foot needs. Also, these boots appear, with their welt construction, to be able to be resoled when the time comes as well.



I cannot adequately express my gratitude to ICS Customer Support for all their help in assisting me with the proper footwear for my needs. I originally ordered two pairs of a different style of hiker boots in 5E width. I was only sent one pair which ended up being a blessing in disguise. I emailed Customer Support explaining the situation and if it were possible to cancel my second pair and order this style in a 6E width. This style was eleven dollars more and requested they charge my card on file to make up the difference. Not only did Customer Service comply with my request but did not charge me the eleven dollars because it was their mistake for not sending me the two pair I originally ordered. INCREDIBLE! I have since ordered another pair of these so I can air-out one pair while I wear the other.



Needless to say, as long as I can find accommodating foot ware from their inventory, they have a customer for life. I cannot ENTHUSIASTICALLY recommend ICS Shoes enough to those of us with unique footwear requirements.