Product Description
The Frye Company is the oldest continuously operated shoe company in the United States. Founded in 1863 by John A. Frye, a well-to-do shoemaker from England, and family-run until 1945, Frye products have a long and illustrious history. Frye boots were worn by soldiers on both sides of America's Civil War, soldiers in the Spanish-American war, and by Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders. When home-steading drew adventurous New England families to the West during the mid and late 1800's many of the pioneers wore Frye Boots for the long journey. Today Frye remains true to its roots with its line of heritage boots, but continues to innovate as it introduces chic new handbags, pumps, and sandals to its collection.
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Product Details
- Size: 9.5 D(M) US
- Color: Tan
- Brand: FRYE
- Model: Wallace Chukka
- Fabric type: leather
- Dimensions: .75 pounds
From the Manufacturer
The Frye Company is the oldest continuously operated shoe company in the United States. Founded in 1863 by John A. Frye, a well-to-do shoemaker from England, and family-run until 1945, Frye products have a long and illustrious history. Frye boots were worn by soldiers on both sides of America's Civil War, soldiers in the Spanish-American war, and by Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders. When home-steading drew adventurous New England families to the West during the mid and late 1800's many of the pioneers wore Frye Boots for the long journey. Today Frye remains true to its roots with its line of heritage boots, but continues to innovate as it introduces chic new handbags, pumps, and sandals to its collection.
Customer Reviews
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
By F. Williams, Jr.
Got these in Tan size 11/M. Shoe is made in Mexico and the shoe build is top quality. A little on the heavy side, in comparison with similar less expensive chukka's and that is due to the rubber sole, (nothing too noticeable while wearing). The sole is durable, built to last, and absorb shock. The red/orange colored sole is neat and does enhance the appearance of the shoe. There is a leather trade mark patch I assume glued to the underside of the shoe as well; looks cool only to the owner. Leather lined inside. I plan to add some additional inserts, but the shoe is built with adequate foot bedding. The sizing is not bad, as I did have a more room length wise, than some other Frye's/other brand shoes. The bridge of the shoe, you know, that section of the shoe just before the front of ankle, is a little tight, nothing over bearing. Additionally, you can actually feel the treads of the shoe on both the left and right sides, where the bridge and tongue of the shoe meets. I hope it won't be too bad, but I can feel it. The break in period should solve this, as well as increase the comfort of the shoe. This shoe can be wore either in casual attire or with jeans/ work or play. I would recommend this shoe or purchase it again if I had to. Again, a solid built shoe.
05/22/2012 Added the inserts, but decided against it. Without the insert the shoe feel more secure, probably because of the insert thickness. The are still comfortable. Did notice a minor chip on the heel of the shoe, but nothing to worry about, cosmetic more than anything. So now my search continues for a black chukka in this style shoe.
Update: Telephoned the Frye Company on Friday, 5/25/2012 and spoke with their customer service about another shoe that I was having sizing problems with. Love the shoe, but sizing was terribly off, something not typical of Frye. Long story short, I made mention of Frye having shoes made in China under the pretense of American owned/quality and was informed that the company had be bought out by someone else. End result, out-sourcing to China will become the standard for future Frye shoes, but the prices will remain the same; high! Hhhmmm, more money for the new owner, quality reduction for the end users/purchaser of their products. Mexico is currently the chief producer of Frye products, which I can deal with, but like Chinese products, the only person who benefits are the business owners, less out of pocket expense, cheap labor, etc. Gotta be honest, like Frye products, but I also like their competitor's products, Timberland Boot Company and The Vintage Shoe Company.
If a company is gonna claim US quality since 1863, but out source, at what point does false advertisement come into play. There are a lot of other brands out there that are a lot less expensive and they at least have the audacity to admit that their products are out sourced. That I can deal with, but out right lying is another story when it comes to my dollars.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
By Benjamin S. Koldyke
It's a beautiful boot for sure, but after I wore it maybe four times, the sole at the toe came loose. After I inspected it, I could see that it was cheaply adhered with some kind of glue... probably by a machine. Too bad.
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