Reddit reviews Red Wing Heritage Men's Beckman 6" Oxford

Red Wings Beckman Heritage Oxfords, not boots, in black

Honestly I can justify spending a lot on oxfords, not boots, because I wear them to work (business-casual, slacks and button-up with no tie). I like that these are black leather oxfords that aren't too formal (the laces and the brown sole). But I think that combination (along with the price) is why these are incredibly unpopular. Or maybe they'll just look silly, I'm hoping someone will tell me if that's the case.

I think you would do well with some Beckman shoes.

Tried this as a post and it got removed. Looking for a new pair of shoes/boots for work that work well in most situations. see details below.

I'm a 30yo living and working in NJ/NYC and would like to get a pair of shoes that will look good in most settings. In work I'm usually either in a cubicle or at jobsites as an engineer/project manager in construction. Out of work I'm usually at friend's homes or bars. For a while I've been thinking about getting a pair of Amber Iron Rangers, but lately I've been thinking I might be better off with shoes instead boots since I don't need the ankle support, rarely have to trudge through mud, and never really liked the affectation of rolling up the cuffs on my jeans.

What's a good pair that will go well with jeans as well as chinos?

Initially I thought about getting either the Wolverine 1Ks in Cordovan or preferably the Red Wing Iron Rangers in Amber. I like how the latter looks with a bit of wear and proper maintenance (I like them slightly shiny).

Lately I've been thinking about getting lower cut shoes with the same level of workmanship since they'll still be fine for jobsites and I don't need the ankle support. I like the way the Wolverine 1K Watsons in Brown look and less so the Red Wing Beckman Oxford in Brick Settler or the brown pair I saw on Amazon.

TLDR; Would like to get a simple yet good looking pair of shoes that are good for both day to day social and work environment living in the Northeast. I'll be wearing jeans and chinos. Any suggestions or recommendations on the shoes/boots or their upkeep in this climate would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for any help!