To hedge against this, choose reputable brands like DeWALT, Timberland, and Dunlop. Not only do they have years of experience for smarter designs, they have access to the scale of production to make higher-quality builds and materials available for cheap. The Krypton’s sole is a beauty beyond its sleek aesthetic, as well. Those low-profile PU treads hug the ground with an SRA-rated grip. Additionally, the material is naturally oil-repellent, preventing chemical breakdown of your critical safety footwear. Fit and finish Below, we review five of DeWALT’s best-selling safety trainers. We’ll discuss their build qualities, protections afforded, plus how they fit, look, and wear. 1. DeWALT Cutter Another method is to use lightweight, flexible materials like mesh where the shoe needs to bend. You’ll usually find this material about the ankle and above the instep, as well as on the sides of the foot.

If it weren’t for the big “ DeWALT” logo slapped across the tongue, you might be forgiven for mistaking these for dedicated running shoes. The Darlington features all the trappings of an athletic shoe, from the synthetic uppers to the aggressive tread design beneath the sole. Usually, manufacturers will use both methods, then shore up defences by shoring up non-flex areas. The most common location for reinforcement is over the toe cap, along the metatarsals, and right behind the heel. This reinforcement may include leather, TPU, Kevlar, or other sturdy materials–usually with a double or triple stitch to bind it to the rest of the uppers. Quality control, durability, and guaranteesMoreover, they’re in a financial position to be able to offer satisfaction guarantees. These can be anywhere from 30 days to six months, but they offer the reassurance of a hard minimum return on your investment.

We don’t think it’s meant to be, but the Krypton is a beautiful trainer. The uniquely designed mesh uppers combined with the understated hi-vis colour choices are a wonderful marriage of form and function. By the same token, companies like DeWALT won’t get a free pass on using vagueries to describe their trainers’ protections. Instead, they put their products through the certification process, allowing them to bear CE marks and ship with paperwork to satisfy workplace requirements. Sure, the Crossfire Mid offers protections more akin to a safety boot. However, the moment you slip them on your feet you know they are, in fact, trainers through and through. With an athletic cut and flexible materials, you’ll never feel encumbered whilst running, jumping, climbing, lifting, or any other highly mobile task. And, did we mention they’re only 560g each?

The style is fairly technical and not for everyone, but it’s undeniably a well-designed entry in DeWALT’s legendary catalogue. Build All of these denote a shoe of superior durability. Good stitching obviously holds things together for longer, while moisture control will prevent premature degradation of the materials. Scuff guards prevent upper material from wearing out over the stiff toe cap, while mould-injected soles are far more durable than cement-constructed shoes. Conclusion Beyond being comfortable, the Cutter is an attractive trainer. That said, it can be a bit of a chore to keep it looking smart, as dirt likes to dwell stubbornly in the mesh. Almost all of our deliveries are made with DPD who offer a fantastic delivery service. Their delivery success record is well respected and in our experience the best available.

Last but not least are the DeWALT Darlington safety trainers. These are excellent all-rounders, designed to balance comfort, safety, and mobility. They’re quite affordable as well, making the Darlington an ideal candidate for highly protective daily beaters. Build While kitted-out similar to many full-fledged work boots, the Cutter very much wears and looks like trainers. These are the kind of safety trainers you won’t mind wearing even on your days off! BuildIndeed, the soles feature the same dual-layer construction as found on running shoes. The outermost layer is a durable rubber compound, whilst the midsole consists of low-density EVA. Together, they work to cradle the foot bed and put a spring in your step, which boots endurance and comfort at once. Protections They won’t last forever, being of cemented construction. But you should easily get a year’s hard wear from your DeWALT Cutters with minimal care. And that sole is much beefier than you’d expect. This is where smart design has allowed for a bit more fortitude about the treads without presenting a bulky aspect overall. Protections