Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill

Name: Higgins Mill
Brand: Allen Edmonds
Availability: InStock

$300–$395

7.2

Quality Score

Very Good

7.2

Value Score

Very Good

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Community (0 votes)

Not rated

Sub-scores

style

8.0

value

6.0

comfort

7.5

durability

7.5

construction

7.5

Analysis based on aggregated reviews from expert sources, Reddit, and YouTube.

Pros

+Goodyear welted with Chromexcel leather and Dainite sole
+Made in Port Washington, WI — American heritage
+Recraftable by the factory for extended lifespan

Cons

−Quality control has declined noticeably since Caleres acquisition
−MSRP inflated to $550 — only worth buying on sale
−Man-made heel stack materials shrink when wet
−Frequent deep discounts suggest brand integrity issues

Best for

Buyers who find them on sale and want a versatile American-made boot with Dainite traction.

Common complaints

Many r/goodyearwelt regulars now recommend Grant Stone instead at a similar price.

Summary

The Higgins Mill offers a clean, versatile boot with Goodyear welt construction and a Dainite sole. Made in Wisconsin with Chromexcel leather. The caveat: quality control has declined since the Caleres acquisition, and many enthusiasts now point to Grant Stone as the better value.