WTB size 10.5 dress shoes

[Wildbilly1760]

Looking to buy size 10.5 uniform shoes.  High gloss.  Bates or Rothco style.

[SarDragon]

If these are for an adult, avoid Rothco, and get the Bates. Bates are more expensive, but are sturdier, and more comfortable. If for a cadet, evaluate how "rough" they are on shoes, and any potential size changes. The Rothcos might last an entire size change period. Or not. Frequency of wear is also a factor.

The high gloss shoes (formerly known as Corfams) mar easily, and do not withstand abusive wear. You can get a pair of leather shoes and put a decent shine on them, and have them last several years. My leather shoes are well over ten years old, and still in excellent condition. I used to go through a pair of Corfams about every 18-24 months in the Navy.

[edited to add] Oh, sources. I would avoid used shoes, even if only "lightly" used. They  will, at best, be uncomfortable, and cand provide sanitary issues.

Find a Bates store here: https://www.batesfootwear.com/US/en/stores . There are also several mail order sources - https://www.galls.com , https://tacticalgear.com , and https://www.qmuniforms.com .

[Wildbilly1760]

Thank you SARDragon!  The shoes are for my cadet son.  He is going to NCSA Honor Guard academy.  So your recommendation will be adhered to, as I am sure they will be doing tons of drill.  thanks for your imput.