Chelsea Boots - Black CXL

The first Chelsea boot was put together in 1837, leveraging the new wonder material of the time — elasticated fabric — to create flexible side gores for easy on-off. This was a true revolution in boots, which had been closed up with hooks, loops, laces, and/or buttons. As with all John Lofgren boots, these are a heavier riff on the originals. The uppers are Horween Chromexcel, lined in Japanese cowhide, with heavy-duty elastic side gores. A 360 degree storm welt holds it all together and keeps your feet dry. Under the foot, USA-made Vibram 430 mini-lug soles keep you grounded. Built on the John Lofgren 110 Last, the same last as their iconic Engineer boots (and Steadfast Chukka boots), these are the easiest-wearing Lofgren boots we carry. The ultra comfortable last, designed specifically for pull-on boots, is a perfect match for the short shaft and elasticated sides - these are easy to put on, take off, and so comfortable you'll never want to stop wearing them. Chromexcel cowhide an ex