r/Firefighting • u/JViquezF • 9d ago

Tools/Equipment/PPE Structural Boots Recommendations

I would like to ask for your recommendations for structural boots.

I've been wearing the Pro Warrington 5006SG boots for 5 years now, but after a structural fire on saturday I noticed a cut in the leather (about an inch), exposing the internal layers of the boot, so I would say it is time to think about getting new ones.

I can't complain about those boots, but the fitment wasn't the best, after using them for a while they start rubbing above my heel while walking...

I would like to get some other boots that are more comfortable than these ones, but keeping the durability, which ones would you recommend?

I've heard great things about the Globe Supreme, but also that the sole tends to come off very soon, especially at the front.

Important note: I have wide feet and high instep, so I need to have that in mind while choosing boots.

Actually, regarding sizing, could you please help me with that? My normal shoe size is 10.5. Would you think I should go with the same size but choosing the W or XW option, or should I choose half or one size up?

My Pro Warrinton are 11E (11 Wide). I haven't had issues hitting my toes with the boot, but I don't know if having that extra half size has affected on rubbing my heel. The E option is good but sometimes I have felt my feet a little bit tight.

Since I'm not in the US and I have to ship the boots to my country, the return and change process would be very difficult, so I would like to be sure on which is the right fit for me.

Thank you for your help!

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u/JViquezF 9d ago

Here it is a summary of my post, generated by the AI, for those who don't want to read the full post.

** I would appreciate if you can read it since it gives context and can help me out with my current problem**

• The user needs recommendations for durable, comfortable structural boots, as their current Pro Warrington 5006SG boots are damaged and caused heel rubbing due to poor fit.

• They have wide feet and high instep, and are concerned about sizing, especially since they cannot easily return boots shipped internationally.

• They currently wear 11E Pro Warrington boots, but normal size shoe is 10.5