DeWalt Composite Safety Toe Workboot DF065 Preview

Manufacturer: Dewalt
Model: DF065
Price: $64.99

DeWalt’s new line of footwear got an update with the DF065 Composite Safety Toe boot which provides lightweight protection to the toe area while providing a flexible, more versatile shoe. From the outside, the DF065 looks just like any other shoe, until you put it on. This is a comfortable, low cut, non-metal composite toe boot, and is especially good for those employed as electricians, welders and mechanics.

The Workboot features a rubber toe guard to provide extra durability as well as black top grain leather all around for added comfort. An EVA midsole works as a shock-absorber and the slip-resistant sole reduces the risk of slips and falls. The shoe is even electric shock resistant, protecting the wearer against open circuits (conforms to ASTM F2413-05). We’re not going to run out and test that one anytime soon. The shoe meets ASTM Class 75, the highest available strength for impact and compression.

The ASTM F2413-05 specification covers the minimum design, performance, testing, and classification requirements, and prescribes fit, function, and performance criteria for footwear designed to be worn to provide protection against a variety of workplace hazards that can potentially result in injury. Footwear conforming to this specification shall meet the performance requirements for impact resistance for the toe area of footwear; compression resistance for the toe area of footwear; metatarsal protection that reduces the chance of injury to the metatarsal bones at the top of the foot; conductive properties which reduce hazards that may result from static electricity buildup, and reduce the possibility of ignition of explosives and volatile chemicals; electric shock resistance; static dissipative (SD) properties to reduce hazards due to excessively low footwear resistance that may exist where SD footwear is required; puncture resistance of footwear bottoms; chain saw cut resistance; and dielectric insulation.

This appears to be a really nice looking low-height boot from DeWalt, and something that we think would make for a great solution for those looking to interject a bit more safety into their work day without going for a full-out boot. The Composite Safety Toe Workboot DF065 provides adequate protection without really looking like a traditional work shoe. We’d highly recommend you give it a closer look.

Specs

• Composite Safety Toe
• Rubber Toe Guard
• Black Top Grain Leather
• EVA Midsole
• Slip Resistant Sole
• ASTM F2413-05
• ASTM Class 75