🥾Workwear & boots
Steel Blue Parkes Zip Scuff Safety Boot (312658)
Best for: Tradies on their feet all day
A lace-up zip-sided safety boot with a scuff cap from Australian brand Steel Blue.
Pros
- Zip side for quick on and off
- Scuff cap protects the toe
- Popular Aussie boot brand
Cons
- Zip boots take some breaking in
- Check sizing, as fit varies by brand
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Blundstone 8063 Rotoflex Zip Safety Boot
Best for: Tradies who like Blundstone comfort
A 6" zip-sided safety-toe boot from Blundstone's Rotoflex range.
Pros
- Blundstone build quality
- Zip for quick changes
- Safety toe
Cons
- Costs more than basic safety boots
- Heavier than a jogger
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Oliver 34624 Elastic Side Safety Boot
Best for: A tough, low-cost pull-on safety boot
A classic elastic-sided safety boot from Oliver.
Pros
- Pull-on, no laces
- Lower price than many safety boots
- Classic Aussie style
Cons
- Less ankle support than lace-ups
- Elastic sides wear over time
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FXD WJ-1 Composite Toe Safety Jogger
Best for: Sparkies, installers and warehouse work
A sneaker-style safety jogger with a composite toe.
Pros
- Light like a runner
- Composite toe instead of steel
- Looks good off site
Cons
- Not for heavy, muddy sites
- Less ankle protection than a boot