How Do JK Boots Fit? 10 Customers on Sizing Down and Getting It Right
If you're new to JK Boots, you might be wondering how they fit and what size you should get. Our quick recommendation is to go one size down from your normal US standard size for the length, and measure around the ball of your foot for the width. It might seem confusing, so it helps to hear from people who already found their fit. Here are ten of them, ranging from lengths up to 13 and the wider 5E width.
JK's guide put him in a size smaller than he'd normally wear and it turned out to be exactly right.
"I am very happy with my purchase! These are a quality pair of boots! The leather is a good quality and the color was correctly represented on the site. I followed the sizing instructions on the site which actually sized me a size smaller than I would normally wear. The sizing information was spot on as the boots were a great fit. The company kept in contact with me keeping me up to date about the status of my order. I would definitely recommend."
A size 12 who went with an 11 in 3E, just as the guide said.
"1st day wearing them they look great, smell awesome. I'm a size 12 but went with 11 like they said and with 3E fits perfect."
Followed the instructions to the letter ordering a full size down from his Brannock size, with width matched to his ball diameter.
"First, let me say that I followed the sizing instructions exactly and the fit is "perfect". I ordered one full size down from my Brannock size and my exact ball diameter for the letter width. Perfect is defined (for me) as the ball to heel fit being comfortably snug with wiggle room in the toe box. This is the first time wearing bison leather and I didn't know what to expect... Absolutely zero break in. They went to work day one... With my new boots, I wasn't feeling any pinch in my instep... My compliments to the hard working team at JK that make these great boots."
Sized by the guide, comfortable after half a day of break-in.
"Boots required only about a half of a day of break-in. After that, they were very comfortable. Using the JK sizing guide, my boots fit perfect. I am very happy with my purchase and look forward to buying future pairs."
Usually a 12 in regular width, he trusted the guide's 11/E.
"I am really happy I purchased these boots. I was a bit unsure if they would fit... but I decided to listen to their sizing recommendations and they ended up fitting great. I usually wear a size 12 mens, regular width, went with the size 11/E and am glad I did. I still have a bit of room in front and the boot isn't too tight, almost feels like it's perfect for my foot. Very happy."
A 13 3E wearer who bought a 300X just to test the sizing and has already ordered two more pairs.
"I ordered a set of 300X boots in black, so I could test out the sizing (I couldn't believe the sizing was that much shorter than the 13 EEE's I'd been wearing), and I've already placed orders for a set of Bison OT's and a set of custom Forefronts."
Years of searching for a wide boot, and found a 5E waiting on the shelf.
"I have been looking for a wide boot that is comfortable for a long time. Every time I found something that worked the company would stop selling it. I was amazed that you had 5E on the shelf. So far they have been great. Thank you for a great product."
The first pair was too tight and went back; the second, in a wider width, fit.
"This is my second order of boots with JK. My first pair were too tight, but thankfully I was able to return them. For this pair, I went with the same size but instead of the average width I picked the wide width. It took about a month to get them, and I was happy to find out they fit. Breaking in the boots took about a week, and now they feel great to wear. Overall, it's been a good experience and I will be coming back for any repairs and more boots."
Small feet and ankles, and a custom upper built from the measurements he emailed in.
"I have struggled with finding a pair of boots that fit my smaller feet and ankles and finally found a pair of boots that fit my feet correctly. I followed JK's sizing guide and emailed them my measurements for the upper part of the boot. They recommended a custom upper based on my measurements leading to the best fitting boots I have ever had. I currently plan to buy an additional pair of insulated Superduty boots later this year."
Sizing nothing like his other boots, and a support team that talked him through it.
"I had some question with sizing and customer support was responsive and helpful. Sizing was way different than other boots but with their sizing guide and customer support I was able to get great fitting boots. The break in has been so easy. So far my most comfortable boot."
Each of these customers who trusted the guide found a pair that fit well and was comfortable after the break-in. Follow the guide, measure your width, and reach out to JK if you have any questions or concerns. When you're ready to find your size, head to our sizing guide page to get started.
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