Get suited and booted with men's lightweight work boots from eBay
If you’re involved in the construction trade, or undertake outdoor work that requires safety gear, you’ll need to invest in protective footwear. men’s athletic shoes are best reserved for everyday casual wear, the same applies to smart casual shoes. Instead, opt for a strong hardworking pair of boots with steel toe caps to keep you comfortable and safe day after day.
Safety features
Typically in tan, brown or black, the safety hiker boot offers great protection. Look out for a S3 safety rating to ensure it complies with safety standards. Most feature steel toe protection, alongside an energy absorbing sole – helpful when you’re on your feet all day. There’s also anti-static electric resistance, which may benefit certain trades, too.
Steel toe cap
Depending on your requirements, there are various toe bumpers for protection. Hard rubber is generally good for everyday use, however for those on site or in engineering environments, a steel-toe cap may be preferable. There’s plenty of choice available on eBay, including the Dunlop volley safety toe sneaker, which comes in low-top format. Ideal for doubling up when you’re in the office. Another is the famous ‘Chelsea boot’ by CAT – these come with a stainless-steel toe cap tested to 200 joules of impact.
Vegan friendly footwear
The industry has come a long way in recent years, with greater consideration to sustainability and lifestyle choices. As such, Amblers Safety FS151 is one of the vegan-friendly lightweight boots now on the market. Using non-leather synthetic fibres, it offers great stability and support. Furthermore, they are fully protective with steel toe cap making them impact resistant. With padding in all the right places, these unisex boots are also comfortable for long days on your feet.
And after a hard day on site, you can come home to a pair of comfy men’s slippers - eBay has a wide selection to slip your feet into!