I have horrible flat feet that have given me a tremendous amount of pain over the course of my life. I am a supermarket refrigeration mechanic so I spend anywhere from 40hrs to 80+hrs a week on my feet. I have tried every brand of mass-produced boots in existence, everything from off the shelf orthotics to custom. Nothing gave me the long-lasting comfort I was looking for until I finally pulled the trigger on some high quality handmade boots made right here in America. Since breaking in my new JK Forefronts, I am walking without a limp for the first time in 2 years. I am so happy with them, I just ordered a second pair in safety toe. I would also like to mention that JK customer service is outstanding! The break-in period is not that bad either. Prior to break-in, I had a few concerns with fitment - the general support team responded quickly and put my mind at ease.

There’s a reason these forefronts are 1 of JK’s best seller’s. They’re amazing, so comfortable, so sturdy, and so robust. I’ve been wearing these for about 2 months now steady in an automotive shop tbh I can’t even tell I wear these to work if it weren’t for the stains on that white Christy sole. Yes I did just clean them up but the leather is amazing on these. I use my left boot toe to lift the pedal of our tire change machine daily and there’s literally not even a scratch on them. I would not hesitate again to buy these even though I can tell these are going to last a long time with re-soles. The updated 360 stitch down is definitely water resistant, I’ve stepped in puddles with these and water never seeped inside. I never think about my feet hurting anymore after 10+ hours a day on concrete, my knees no longer ache and my lower back feels great since it’s not always compensating for no arch support. I would not have believed the difference good footwear could make unless I experienced it myself. I’m definitely a believer now. Thanks JK, these Forefronts are amazing!