Chippewa Men's 11" Steel Toe 27863 Engineer Boot

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 87 ratings
Price: $59.97 Free Returns on some sizes and colors

Black
Size Chart
US Boot size
Brand SizeUKEuropeHeel to toe (in)
653824.1
6.55.538.524.1
764024.4
7.56.540.524.8
874125.4
8.57.541.525.7
984226
9.58.542.526.7
1094327
10.59.543.527.3
11104427.9
11.510.544.528.3
12114528.6
13124629.4
14134730.2
15144831
16154931.8

Product details

Fabric type
100% Leather
Origin
Made in the USA and Imported
Sole material
Vibram
Shaft height
Mid-Calf Inches

About this item

  • Leather welting
  • Texon insole
  • Non-tarnishable hardware
  • Top grain leather
  • Triple rib shank
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Product details

  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12 x 8 x 4 inches; 4 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 11" ENGINEER STEEL TOE 27863-M
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ January 1, 2012
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Chippewa
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0026KTXOG
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 87 ratings

Product Description

Chippewa Boot Company has been an American tradition in outdoor lifestyle footwear since 1901. Chippewa boots are the highest quality choice for the person who wants only the best in rugged outdoor footwear. Superior components and craftsmanship go into the construction of every pair. So whether you wear Chippewa for function or fashion, Chippewa boots are built to stand the test of time and, with classic styling, they'll satisfy the most demanding and discriminating shopper.The Black Engineer Steel Toe is an 11-inch tall Men's boot with a steel toe(ASTM F2413-11).

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
87 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, appearance and value of the boot. For example, they mention it's a high quality boot, looks good and is well worth the price. Opinions are mixed on fit and comfort.

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38 customers mention33 positive5 negative

Customers like the quality of the boot. They say it has a lot of quality material, is high quality, and is very tough thick leather. Some customers also say the boots are extremely solid and should last many years to come. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and durability of the product.

"...certificate from Chippewa and.. The boots are awesome, real nice thick quality leather and all as described and pictured here and at Chippewa site...." Read more

"...All in all there are true motorcycle boots and should last many years to come. I would buy them again." Read more

"...Having said that, these will last for years with minimal care, and can be re-heeled, re-soled and/or completely rebuilt/refurbished by your local..." Read more

"...They are super nice and very tough thick leather great product but I have to send mine back due to my own error. Chippewa makes awesome boots...." Read more

14 customers mention12 positive2 negative

Customers like the appearance of the boots. They say they look good, sharp, and rugged. Some mention that the boots run large.

"...Not cheap, but well worth the price! They're high-quality, sharp looking and durable...." Read more

"...It's an unbelievably great price for these boots. They are super nice and very tough thick leather great product but I have to send mine back due to..." Read more

"...A great wearing and classic looking boot that has been around for a long time and once you've owned a pair you'll realise why." Read more

"Loved them. Fit perfectly and are beautiful.. very happy with these boots I got for my husband" Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the boot. They say it's well worth the price, and that it'll last for a long time.

"...Not cheap, but well worth the price! They're high-quality, sharp looking and durable...." Read more

"These boots were great but I ordered the wrong size. It's an unbelievably great price for these boots...." Read more

"...The boots were top quality. And the price was lowest in the nation." Read more

"...help speed up the break in process and for the price this boot is worth the money I would recommend this boot to friends..." Read more

25 customers mention14 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the boot. Some mention that the fit was perfect, true to size, and runs tight. Others say that the length is too long and the width is cramped. Some say the boots are great but not for a big or wide foot.

"...Inside the boots, stitched label reads 'hancrafted in the USA'. Size is exact match, knowing I took an extra 1/2 inch for insoles..." Read more

"...Fit is critical as these are slip-on only and offer only an ankle and a calf strap that offer very limited adjustability...try before you buy!..." Read more

"...I was glad I did and they fit well and there is room for inserts...." Read more

"...in red wing, I ordered the exact same in these Chippewa and the fit was perfect including the steal toe box...." Read more

12 customers mention8 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the comfort of the boot. Some mention that it's comfortable and a great wearing boot, while others say that it is the most uncomfortable boot they have ever worn, with no flex in the sole and rubbing on their calves.

"...A great wearing and classic looking boot that has been around for a long time and once you've owned a pair you'll realise why." Read more

"...I did get some rubbing on my calves, but I fixed that with the purchase of motocross knee high socks...." Read more

"...These boots are very comfortable and are made of high quality leather. I was amazed how comfotable they were considering they have a steel toe...." Read more

"...Perhaps just a fluke. These are just great boots and very comfortable. It only took a day to break them in...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

Marcia
5.0 out of 5 stars Yes, genuine Chippewa 27863 black odessa leather steel toe and.. Awesome !
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2014
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I must first say I was quite anxious about the quality and origin of the boots after reading some of the reviews here.. But I chose to make an order knowing Amazon was the central seller and they gave me warranty through mail after checking their stocks, these were real Chippewa 27863 black odessa leather, made in the USA.
I must say people at Amazon were really professional, concerned and customer oriented; they have taken necessary actions to check conformity of the product prior to sending.
I had made the order May,13 and although chose to go on the 'economy shipment' option, I have received the boots today May, 22 (estimates were between May,26 and June,14) !
Opening the package shows Chippewa original box, with label 'handcrafted in the USA', and inside certificate from Chippewa and.. The boots are awesome, real nice thick quality leather and all as described and pictured here and at Chippewa site. Inside the boots, stitched label reads 'hancrafted in the USA'. Size is exact match, knowing I took an extra 1/2 inch for insoles (which are not provided with the boots, that come in plain cut inside). I wear size 43 (FR) and took 10E (US).
I am absolutely satisfied with these boots that are as I expected from Chippewa. Now, knowing my former were from Calamex and I have been wearing those for 15 years motorcycling, I just have to see if these stand the test of time.
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Mike
5.0 out of 5 stars Great boots
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2016
Size: 11 EE USColor: BlackVerified Purchase
These boots are top quality boots. My buddy has the same pair and told me to order a half size up. I was glad I did and they fit well and there is room for inserts. That is perfect unless you like no padding like the old boondockers we wore in the Navy! It is going to take awhile to break in but they should be like slippers when they do. I did get some rubbing on my calves, but I fixed that with the purchase of motocross knee high socks. The boots are heavy and it is taking me some time to get used to walking with these large stompers since they have a steel shank in them, but if you are looking for foot protection these are it. Oh yeah, you will ruin the color of white socks as the black dye does leave memories. All in all there are true motorcycle boots and should last many years to come. I would buy them again.
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Kevin M. Hogan
4.0 out of 5 stars Best Engineer Boots For The Dosh...AND Made In The Good Ol' US of A!
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2016
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Great boots! Made in America with American-made components right here in Chippewa, MN. Not cheap, but well worth the price! They're high-quality, sharp looking and durable. I've been buying and wearing these since the '80's as my every-day boot, my steel-toe work shoe and great for riding boots on my Harley's (Chippewa was the OEM for H-D Engineer boots for many years...my first pair was H-D branded from the mid-eighty's and I STILL have them!). They're easy to maintain (wipe them clean with a damp rag and use a little boot oil now and again), and can be buffed/polished if desired. They are NOT comfortable right out-of-the-box. They take weeks and or months to break-in due to the very stiff materials and construction, and the leather foot-bed is hard/stiff and needs cushion insoles (I use Red-Wing Comfort Cushion Insoles...NOT cheap). I prefer these even over the Red-Wing versions (and I was a Red-Wing man for years as well), including the Made-in the USA models. Fit is critical as these are slip-on only and offer only an ankle and a calf strap that offer very limited adjustability...try before you buy! AFAIC, only WESCO offers a superior product, and they are CONSIDERABLY more expensive. Since I get a new pair of Chippewa 27863 every year as my annual safety-shoe allotment paid for by my employer (I get $150 towards my safety-shoe purchase), longevity isn't an issue for me. Having said that, these will last for years with minimal care, and can be re-heeled, re-soled and/or completely rebuilt/refurbished by your local shoe repair shop or Chippewa, just like ALL quality American-made footware used to be (and SHOULD be)!

HIGHLY RECOMENDED!
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Drea D.
5.0 out of 5 stars Top quality, very well made, amazing price
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2022
Size: 6 D USColor: BlackVerified Purchase
These boots were great but I ordered the wrong size. It's an unbelievably great price for these boots. They are super nice and very tough thick leather great product but I have to send mine back due to my own error. Chippewa makes awesome boots. Highly recommend
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jerry Hattery
5.0 out of 5 stars My retraction
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2022
Size: 5Color: BlackVerified Purchase
I received the boots and they were size 5 because I mistook the 11" height description for the size I wanted. I was so upset that I immediately returned them and swore to myself that I would never buy online again. The manufacturer contacted me and wanted to correct this at their expense. The boots were top quality. And the price was lowest in the nation.
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Scott Abraham
1.0 out of 5 stars Far too small...
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2014
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I did my research online into sizing of these boots, even checked Chippewa's website for sizing, bought the size that was said would fit but for love nor money I couldn't get them on. If they had been shoes they would of fitted fine the trouble was with the neck of the boot I couldn't get my feet past the ankle section and I really don't have big feet. My guess is there was a problem with the manufacturing, I have another pair of biker boots by another brand that are exactly the same size and they fit like a glove. Buying boots that are too small is one thing, when they are the right size but one section of them is so small you can't even get them on is something else, my wife managed to get them on though but she has tiny feet.

All that said Amazon did a wonderful job sorting the problem out and making sure I got a full refund.
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Dean
5.0 out of 5 stars Chippewa 11" Engineer Boots
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2012
Size: 12 E USColor: BlackVerified Purchase
These Chippewa Engineer boots are very well made, excellent quality with a Vibram sole and still made in the U.S.A. After having owned plenty of different motorcycle boots over the years, these are the best by far! The heavy black oiled leather is waterproof and I find they are perfect for short rides or long road trips on the bike and comfortable enough for walking any reasonable distance. They make them in most sizes so make sure of your fit first and if you want either steel toe or not. A great wearing and classic looking boot that has been around for a long time and once you've owned a pair you'll realise why.
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