Wide Load Series 3 690BZ Black Oil-Kip Steel-Toe Zip-Side Safety Work Boots
The Wide Load Series 3 690BZ is a black oil-kip leather safety work boot designed for workers who need extra forefoot width, depth and support. Developed in Australia with input from orthopaedic specialists, custom shoemakers and podiatrists, it combines a wide-profile steel toe cap, water-resistant full-grain leather, a heavy-duty YKK side zip and a dual-density TPU/PU sole for demanding work environments.
Key Features
- Premium black full-grain oil-kip leather upper
- 150mm boot height
- Water-resistant leather construction
- Wide Load EEE+ last with approximately 8mm of additional forefoot width
- Wide-profile steel toe cap designed to be approximately 12–15mm wider than standard caps
- Heavy-duty YKK side zip with press-stud closure and zip guard
- Padded tongue and collar
- Reinforced heel stiffener
- TPU scuff cap for added upper protection
- Full breathable AirMesh lining
- Removable PU cushioned footbed with 260gsm antibacterial mesh top layer
- Included 3mm EVA tuning insert for fit adjustment
- Fibreglass shank for torsional stability and midfoot support
Safety Protection
- Wide-profile steel safety toe cap
- TPU scuff cap for added upper protection
The current product record does not specify a safety-standard number or impact rating, so none has been added.
Sole & Comfort
The direct-injection sole combines a low-density, shock-absorbing polyurethane midsole with a durable TPU outsole. The anatomically shaped forefoot is designed to increase ground contact by approximately 15%, while the self-cleaning cleat pattern supports traction and stability. A bevelled heel strike and cushioned heel zone are designed to help reduce fatigue during long shifts.
Materials & Construction
- Upper: Water-resistant full-grain black oil-kip leather
- Lining: Breathable AirMesh
- Toe protection: Wide-profile steel toe cap
- Toe guard: TPU scuff cap
- Midsole: Low-density polyurethane
- Outsole: TPU
- Footbed: Removable cushioned polyurethane
- Fit insert: 3mm EVA
- Support: Fibreglass shank
- Closure: YKK side zip with press stud and zip guard
- Boot height: 150mm
Sizing & Fit
The ten current Shopify variants are listed in AUS and US sizing:
- 6 AUS / 7 US
- 7 AUS / 8 US
- 8 AUS / 9 US
- 9 AUS / 10 US
- 10 AUS / 11 US
- 11 AUS / 12 US
- 12 AUS / 13 US
- 13 AUS / 14 US
- 14 AUS / 15 US
- 15 AUS / 16 US
This is an extra-wide style. Use our Size Guide before ordering. If you are unsure about fit, contact info@thebootsemporium.com.au for assistance.
Specifications
- Brand: Wide Load
- Range: Series 3
- Model: 690BZ
- Colour: Black
- Style: 150mm zip-side safety work boot
- Fit construction: EEE+ Wide Load last
- Safety toe: Wide-profile steel toe cap
- Upper: Water-resistant full-grain oil-kip leather
- Midsole: Polyurethane
- Outsole: TPU
- Footbed: Removable PU with antibacterial mesh top layer
- Closure: YKK side zip
- Support: Fibreglass shank
