Reddit reviews Original Chippewa Collection Men's 6 Inch Homestead Boot

Chippewa's Homestead boot is similar in that it is a captoe work boot with speed hooks. The profile is a bit different but the overall look is comparable. The color selection may not appeal to you as much, though. Here's an Amazon link.

Well, I've got my 899's, and I'm looking for something a little less heavy. My primary concern is that I need a secondary boot that I can commute public transit in NYC in the dead of winter so my 899's don't rot. That's why I was considering the Mad Boots at that price.

Budget, I would characterize $250 as a manageable kick in the nuts. This winter has been rough on the budget since I owned nothing but very manly sundresses before I moved here.

Style-wise, something mildly different from my 899's. I could go with Moc-toe, or toe cap, or something sleeker. Unfortunately, I have big wide stupid feet, so I will settle for stylish clown shoes.

Thanks for any guidance you can offer!

What size do you need?

EDIT: Amazon has every size except 7 and 7.5 in the homestead

EDIT #2: My bad I forgot you wanted black.