Chippewa Bolville #73201 Men's 6" Waterproof Composite Safety Toe Work Boot

Start with the size you wear in other boots and shoes. Most boots run true to size unless noted under Sizing & Fit, but fit can vary between styles, even within the same brand. Please see our size guide. Not sure? Call us at 833-253-1060 and we’ll help you choose.

The difference depends on the type of footwear, so here is the conversion for this one. Find your usual size in one column and read across.

• Heel: snug, with only a little lift when you walk.
• Toes: room to wiggle, with no pressure from the safety toe on the tops or ends of your toes.
• Width: the ball of your foot should sit comfortably at the widest part of the boot without bulging the sides.

Try boots on with the socks you’ll wear to work, and later in the day, when your feet are at their largest.

Yes. Many of our boots come in more than one width, such as M (medium), W (wide), XW (extra wide) and 4E. The widths available for this boot are the buttons above the sizes.

It depends on the boot. Many feel good right away, while stiffer leather boots can take a week or two of regular wear. Wear them for a few hours at a time at first, with good work socks.

Before you break them in, check the fit indoors. Returns and exchanges must be new and unused, so wear them around the house on carpet or a clean floor first. Once boots have been worn outside or on the job, they can’t be returned.

• Steel toe: the traditional choice. Very durable, but the heaviest, and it conducts cold and heat and sets off metal detectors.
• Composite toe: non-metal. Lighter than steel, doesn’t conduct cold or heat, and won’t set off metal detectors. The toe box can be slightly bulkier.
• Alloy toe: aluminum or titanium. Lighter than steel and thinner than composite, which often leaves more room in the toe, but it is still metal.

Boots rated to ASTM F2413 meet the same impact and compression standard whichever toe material they use.

ASTM F2413 is the U.S. performance standard for protective footwear. A boot’s label lists which protections it was tested for:

• I/75 and C/75: safety toe impact (75 foot-pounds) and compression (2,500 pounds)
• Mt/75: metatarsal protection
• EH: electrical hazard
• SD: static dissipative
• PR: puncture resistant

The Specs and Safety Features tabs show which of these apply to this boot.

OSHA requires protective footwear where there is a risk of foot injury from falling or rolling objects, objects piercing the sole, or electrical hazards. Your employer decides which protections your job needs, so check with your supervisor or safety manager for the ratings you’re required to wear before you order.

They do opposite jobs, so one can’t stand in for the other:

• EH (electrical hazard) boots insulate you, giving secondary protection if you accidentally contact a live circuit. Common for electricians and utility work.
• SD (static dissipative) boots let static electricity drain safely to the ground. Used around sensitive electronics or flammable materials.

Waterproof boots use a membrane and/or sealed seams to keep water out, even when you stand in it. Water-resistant boots shed light rain and splashes but will eventually let water in. If you work in wet conditions every day, choose waterproof.

Insulation is measured in grams; more grams means a warmer boot. As a general guide, 200g suits cool weather or high activity, 400g suits cold weather with moderate activity, and 600g and up suits very cold conditions or long periods standing still. This boot’s insulation, if any, is listed in the Specs tab.

Orders are processed Monday through Friday during normal business hours and typically ship within 1 business day. We’ll email you tracking information when your order ships. Shipping is free on orders of $100 or more.

Yes. We ship to addresses in the United States and Canada. The shipping options and cost for your address are shown at checkout.

Exchange them within 30 days of receipt. You send the pair back and we ship the replacement pair to you at no charge. Boots must be unworn and in their original packaging. Safety-toe footwear can only be exchanged for safety-toe footwear. See the full return policy.

Questions about fit? Call us at 833-253-1060 or email sales@chetsshoes.com and we’ll help you find the right size.

Online orders can be returned within 30 days of receipt. Boots must be unworn and in their original packaging. Include your confirmation email or packing slip, marked with your name, address, phone number and email address. Return shipping is paid by you; we recommend a tracked service. Refunds go back to your original payment method, and returns can take up to 7 business days to process once we receive them.

Bought in one of our stores? In-store purchases can be returned within 30 days with your receipt. See the full return policy.

Have a question about a return? Call us at 833-253-1060 or email sales@chetsshoes.com.

Contact us directly as soon as possible at 833-253-1060. Orders typically ship within 1 business day, so the sooner you reach us, the better.

Sizes we don’t have in stock may still be available to order ahead. They’re marked Pre-order on the size buttons, and the expected arrival date is shown on the product page.

Yes. Eligible orders can be split into 4 interest-free payments with PayPal Pay Later. Look for the PayPal message on the product page and in your cart.

They might. Many companies offer a boot subsidy or reimbursement program for work boots, and many employees don’t know their company offers one. Check with your supervisor, HR or safety manager before you buy.

Employers: we can set up and manage a boot subsidy program for your crew. Learn about our Industrial Services.

Yes. Our Industrial Services team works with businesses to outfit their crews, with high-volume ordering, on-site fittings from our mobile boot trucks, and billing set up around your company’s needs. Contact our Industrial Services team.

• Brush off dirt and mud after use, and wipe the leather with a damp cloth.
• Condition the leather regularly so it doesn’t dry out and crack. We carry leather care products such as boot oil.
• Let wet boots dry at room temperature, away from heaters, fires and direct sunlight, which can crack the leather and damage the soles.

Sooner than most people think. Worn-out boots are a safety issue, so don’t wait until they fall apart. Time for a new pair if:

• The tread is wearing down. Worn tread loses its grip, which matters most on jobs where slip resistance is required.
• You have new back, leg or foot pain. Insoles and cushioning wear out too, often before the boot looks worn. New aches are a good reason to have your boots checked.
• Your safety toe takes a hard hit, such as a significant impact or crushing load, even if the boot looks fine. Replace them right away if the safety toe is exposed.
• The sole is separating or the upper is torn. If they’re held together with duct tape, they’re well past due.

EH protection also weakens as the outsole wears down.

We go by each brand’s warranty, so coverage varies from brand to brand. Some brands also offer a comfort guarantee, such as Timberland PRO’s 30-day comfort guarantee and Brunt’s 14-day guarantee. Warranties generally don’t cover abuse or normal wear from overuse.

If you have an issue or a defect, contact us first: call us at 833-253-1060 or email sales@chetsshoes.com. We’ll do our best to make it right.