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Keen Briggs

Women's Footwear > Casual ShoesRated: ***** by 41 reviews. Also available for: Men

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The Briggs has old school styling, with a blucher toe and a classic sneaker appeal.
Built on Keen's anatomical last and using an EVA midsole, they offer broken in comfort out of the box.
With classic lace-to-toe and Keen's patent pending toe protection and multi lug outsole, they are the perfect hybrid for the urban outdoors man, blending style and function.
Non marking outsole rubber compound for superior coefficient of friction for all environments.
Compression molded EVA midsole is contoured for superior comfort and support of the foot structure.
Toe guard allows you to worry about the activity, not your toes.
Waterproof leather upper resists weather and stains, staying soft and supple.
Blucher style, lace-to-toe classic style that provides a secure fit.
Removable multi-density metatomical footbed adds cushioning and comfort under foot.
Q1.00 oz.
Product measurements were taken using size 6. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

USOutdoor.com

The Briggs had old-school styling with a blucher toe and classic sneaker appeal. Keen's metatomical last shape provides broken-in comfort out of the box, with patented toe protection for the unexpected. Previously called the Bronx.

Features:

  • Anti-slip, oil resistant outsole
  • Classic bloucher toe lace design
  • Compression molded EVA midsole
  • Leather and moisture-wicking synthetic lining
  • Lining: Leather, woven synthetic
  • Non-marking carbon rubber outsole
  • Patented toe protection
  • Removable multi-density metatomicalfootbed
  • Rubber: Carbon non-marking
  • Semi-aggressive lugs
  • Upper: Leather
  • Waterproof leather upper
  • Weight: 10.4 oz
Country of Origin:China
Lacing:Standard
Lining:Nylon
Manufacturer Warranty:1 Year
Material:Waterproof leather
Recommended Use:Casual wear
Sole:KEEN
Weight:Not specified

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SizeColor
Teak / Fuzz
Teak / Fuzz
Black
Black
Driftwood / Pampas
589.10  
5.589.1089.95 
689.1080.7180.71
6.5 80.7180.71
789.10  
889.10  

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Keen Briggs Reviews Summary:

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*****38
****2
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**1
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Positive Reviews:

Rating:****
Good Keens, wide toe box great! I have been wearing Keens for almost 5 years now. I've owned several styles. This shoe is a great everyday run around shoe with a little extra in case you hit some rocky terrain. It is not a hiker/athletic hiker like the Targhee. The Briggs looks are GREAT! Very stylish. I get compliments from men and women alike; I have the driftwood/pampas color combo. The Briggs were not a perfect fit for me because they are a little wide, although I have a wide foot (C-width). However, I can put my orthotics in this shoe which I can't with most shoes, including Keens. The toe box is wide (5 stars) but be aware the entire shoe runs wide, including the heel area. I wear thick socks to take up the slack. Arch support, without my orthotics, is good. Shock absorbency is fine too. Just remember it is not an active wear shoe so don't expect those kinds of features. I walked for 3 hours over cobblestone roads and uneven brick in Williamsburg, VA and the shoes performed excellently. I didn't feel any bumps and the shoes steadied me so my knees and ankles were always stabilized. I love this shoe!
Anonymous at Zappos.com on 12/30/2008
Rating:*****
This is my second pair of Briggs from Keen, and I absolutely love them. My first pair was a birthday present, three years ago. I wore them every day of fall, winter and spring (summer is too short not to wear flip flops!) for those 3 years. My first pair is still very comfortable and holds up very well, even through some abuse like unexpected off trail hiking. After three years, the shoes just don't look "clean" anymore (they were a light sand shade) so I bought a new pair. Now I have a week pair and a weekend pair! I LOVE those shoes. The back (where the Achilles tendon hits) was a bit hard on one of the shoes, but wearing thicker socks takes care of that until it softens up a bit. They are very comfortable and I think they are the perfect city shoe: they look great, they fit well, they are very comfy, and they are very well made. I have and will repurchase again.
Kateryn R. at Zappos.com on 05/19/2009

I'm ready for Italy!

Rating:*****

Wanted to thank you for the Keen Briggs shoes and the great customer service I got when I ordered them. I don't often order things on-line, so I was pleased it was so easy and really cheap to ship them. Here, in Canada, these shoes retail at stores and on-line stores for almost twice the price so I think I got an excellent deal with this site.
I had researched the Keen shoes prior to ordering so I was fairly certain the size I ordered would fit and they did. I wore them right away and they feel great--really roomy through the toe and enough support that it feels like an athletic shoe but doesn't look like one--kinda funky looking. These shoes will be going to Italy with me shortly--I bought them for walking long hours on cobblestones and trekking through countryside.
It was an excellent experience ordering through this site-very safe and the shoes came when you said they would--so ya, I am stoked!
Thanks again!

amy3dog at Backcountry.com on 05/01/2008

love old school style

Rating:****

i picked up these shoes as a backup for when my current pair die (there is a small tear developing on the sole). i wanted this style vs. the newer one where there is this extra color/material on the first pair of lace holes. these shoes are super comfortable, require zero break-in time and are great for my feet which are wide in toe area, but narrow in heel. they are also lightweight and come with a really comfortable insole (usually i toss them out as soon as i get them and replace with superfeet etc). they don't have as much longevity as i'd like but the comfort is worth it.

Augustine at Backcountry.com on 10/09/2009
Rating:*****
Keen does it again - Unlike other reviewers, I ordered my usual size (8.5) and felt my toes hit the front. A 9 is perfect for me, perhaps because I'm wearing medium-thick hiking socks. These shoes are chunky and adorable and look terrific under jeans and with shorts. Typical of Keen, these are hardy shoes that will doubtless last a long time. Love 'em. They're especially recommended for people with high arches/insteps, since the laces allow for adjustment all the way down. The lugs let go of dirt, but seem grippy on any surface, wet, or dry. And, as always, Zappos customer service and delivery speeds rock.
Susan at Zappos.com on 06/19/2009
Rating:*****
Love these shoes! Bought these in black for myself for the winter. When my husband saw them, he asked for a pair and so I got a pair for him! He wears his every day to work (on his feet all day doing building maintenance), and loves them! He also tells me a lot of his co-workers compliment him on the shoes! This is great because he's picky, and only wears DM’s or Nike. So comfortable and easy care, too. My second pair of Keens and won't be the last! These shoes run short, I had to order up a half size!
Dee O at Zappos.com on 02/25/2009
Rating:*****
Great Travel Shoe! I've been looking for a comfortable/versatile travel shoe that can handle some hiking and also Urban walking. This shoe fits the bill perfectly. Recently wore them on a trip involving a 5 mile hike and then wiped them clean with a cloth and felt perfectly respectable to go out to a nice dinner. Wide toe box but laces can synch up at ankle to accommodate a narrow heel. I have 3 pair now. I also wear them on my daily walk and they will accommodate an orthotic and both thin and thick socks Great shoes!
Wanda at Zappos.com on 12/29/2008

cute and all day

Rating:*****

I love these keens. I have the sandals and thought I would try out the shoes. I am glad I did. They are just as comfortable with the anatomically correct footbed that offers wonderful support. I wear them to work and long walks around town. I get plenty of compliments on them. I do have a narrow foot so the wider portion at the top is roomy, but it isn't bothersome. The heel cups nicely around keeping my foot in place. They are true to size I have found. Thanks for another great shoe!

outdoorgrl1586644 at Backcountry.com on 03/20/2008
Rating:*****
Keen Runs Small... Again - Okay, Keen definitely has sizing issues. I took a leap of faith when I ordered these... I mean, 70% said they felt true to size! Maybe it was just this pair, I thought about ordering another pair just to see, but I didn't, I went with the Napa boot instead. These have much better arch support than the Napa's, though. I wear an 11 so I don't have the "order a half size up" option. I love Keen's, but I hate that they are so unpredictable.
Kacy at Zappos.com on 12/28/2008
Rating:*****
Great brand - I love keens. I’ve been wearing them for about 3 or 4 years now and I still haven't been able to find another brand I like wearing as much. I love the wide room in front for my toes, and the arch is perfect for me. I live in a city, and walk nearly EVERYWHERE. Most other brands/shoes last 3-4 months, keens will last me at least a solid 6 months of daily use!
Mint at Zappos.com on 01/26/2009

Negative Reviews:

Rating:**
These shoes are super comfortable, but I've had them less than a month and the soles are already wearing through. The soles are terrible. Don't purchase if you want long lasting shoes.
Dylan at Zappos.com on 03/21/2009