In Stock Men’s Runabout Shoe: Whiskey

OK, Got a 10 and now I'm very happy! Fit is much better and, as originally noted, the construction and quality all appear excellent. I really like the look and feel of the whiskey leather. I'd certainly recommend the Runabout with the caveat I had to size up a 1/2 size from Brannock.

I can very comfortably wear these sans socks and wore them an entire day without any discomfort, rubbing or blisters at all. Total comfort! That's quite impressive from my perspective for barefoot in a brand new shoe! Additionally, the leather laces tie up and hold their knot well.

1st, the leather, construction and style all appear top notch. My issue is with sizing. I proactively reached out to Quoddy to confirm size and let them know I was a 9.5D on a Brannock. I was told to order my normal size. Problem is my size is 10, 9.5 or even 9 (Redwing) contingent on manufacturer. Went on sale, ordered a 9.5 and they are very snug and 10s are sold out so I'm out. I'd assert these actually run 1/4 to 1/2 size small.

I was disappointed in the comfort level of the shoe given the price. I also wish I could have found my size to try through various sites that offer free shipping and returns. Thus, I would not be out $30 dollars for a shipping and return fee and no shoe to show for it.

I've been a boater for 40 years and have worn every type and brand of shoes during that time. The quality of these shoes is the best I've seen. The leather is the best you'll see and the soles grip the deck the way you want them to and need them to on a wet, pitching deck. The shoes from China are incrementally slipping in quality as companies try to improve profits by cutting costs. I've had good boat shoes that eventually wore out and when I went to buy the same shoe, it was obviously NOT the same shoe. Kudos to the Maine producers for holding the line on quality even if it means they have to adjust the price. If you buy a Quoddy shoe, you will not regret it.

Great product, comfortable fit (slightly smaller than usual shoe size, but eventually leathers softens) and will be purchasing again in the future.