Finest quality boots, fabulous craftsmanship and customer service is outstanding. Jadd understood my requirements and delivered a truly excellent pair of boots. Kudu leather is wearable right out of the box and hardwearing, Lactae Hevea soles are soft, comfortable and silent. I’ve had many pairs of quality footwear, these are still the very best.

I was delighted with my new desert boots. I’ve always thought it worth spending the extra for quality and have shoes which are 20 years old and going strong. It’s clear Jadd shoes are in this league, traditional style and old-fashioned attention to detail. I’ll be buying more. .

Lovely boots. Immediately wearable, almost no breaking-in required. Should easily withstand most of what autumn and winter have to offer.

I doubt you can make boots any more comfortable than these. My second pair of LH soled hi tops, the other being the kudu, I’ll enjoy adding these to my lineup along with three pairs of desert boots from Jadd. My diabetic neuropathy makes finding comfortable shoes a challenge but these always fit the bill. I doubt you’ll find any one more willing to work with you to make you exactly what you want than Jadd.

The most comfortable pair of boots I have ever worn. Great and knowledgeable customer service.

Very good shoes. Similar to appearance to Clark’s but better quality. The only British made desert boots I’ve found.

These are my first impressions after two days of wear. A bit of background - I'm a shoe snob with boots from Barker, Carlos Santos, Cheaney, Tricker's, and Crockett & Jones. Compared to these, the Jadd boots are not particularly stylish. Which is fair enough, because I don't think Jadd are competing in that arena. They tend more towards the utilitarian, but they are still quite smart - I've found they pair well with smart jeans and a formal shirt, and equally well with jeans and a t-shirt. When it comes to construction, though, the Jadds really do compete. Materials are excellent, stitching is excellent, and construction looks and feels top notch. I'm terms of comfort, the Jadds blow my other boots out of the water. The kudu leather is thick and soft and pliable, the lactae hevea soles have a beautifully moderated sense of 'give' without being squishy, and there is a strong sense of firmness directly under the foot (that will be the veg tanned insoles) then compliance where the rubber meets the road. My injured knees love this, these boots are a pleasure to walk on. Overall weight is surprisingly low, making the boots feel agile. One very slight niggle - the photos on the website (perfectly reasonably) show a particularly scarred leather with lots of small dark scratches in the hide. I think this looks fantastic. The kudu my boots were made from was clearly a lot less gung-ho in the thorn bushes, and therefore has a much more uniform colour. I'd prefer a more marked hide but, as I said, this is minor. In summary, really great boots. So good that I'm already working out which pair of Jadds I'm going to buy next. Very, very highly recommended.

Wow, really impressed with these boots, the quality is evident from the moment I put them on for the first time. These will give many years of service and are so comfortable.

Absolutely great boots. Jadd has amazing craftsmanship, uses quality materials and provides superb service. These boots are so comfy for everyday use, leather is so supple and the sole has a great feel when walking around. Would recommend for anyone looking for daily desert boots.

Very happy with the fit and quality

Beautifully made and very comfortable desert boots. When they arrived I wanted to check the sizing as they were a snug fit. I messaged Jadd and he was quick to respond asking me to send a photo. I was reassured after discussing it. Great service. Very pleased with my shoes.

My first pair of Jadd boots. Fitted perfectly out of the box. I'm so pleased with them, I've just ordered a pair of the waxy commander boots. Thank you, Jadd, for your advice and patience when helping me decide which last he should use when hand making these terrific boots.

When you open the box there is that wonderful smell you get in shoe repairers. The smell of freshly made shoes. The quality and workmanship in these boots is absolutely incredible, oh and they are so comfortable. Expensive? No absolutely not. In this day of mass production throw away fashion these are worth every penny.

These desert boots are so well made, with the best materials, and they look stunning. They are such a pleasure to walk in and are perfect for even the hottest days

First pair of Desert boots I've owned since the early 70's. Super quality,true to size and comfortable straight out the box. Arrived much quicker than estimated time. I also liked that they can be refurbed and repaired

Beautifully designed and expertly crafted as are all of Jadd's products, backed up by excellent customer service. A pleasure to wear.

Jadd's work is phenomenal. His skills and knowledge show in every pair of the boots he makes. It would be hard to find another maker of dessert boots who works to this level. It would also be difficult to find a professional craftsman who would listen to his customers and be prepared to make changes to any of his boots to ensure they fit the customer. It is possible to ring or email Jadd to discuss any alterations to the standard design that you might be considering. This is my sixth pair of Jadd's boots and I am completely happy with all of them. This pair took no breaking in and are particularly welcome when the weather in the UK is as hot as it has been, in the UK, while writing this review. If you are looking for top quality, handmade desert boots, you can do no better than look at Jadd's range. And don't forget to contact him if you are considering changes to what you see on this site. Great boots and a great maker.

A cracking pair of classic chukka boots. The leather has a lot of character to it, which is hard to see in photos. Soles are harder than most chukkas, giving a small breaking-in period. I would highly recommend for a daily summer or casual smart dress style boot.

A wonderful pair of boots with top-quality craftsmanship and materials throughout. Jadd was very helpful in providing advice on sizing and minor modifications. I wear these daily, and they are ageing beautifully.

Great quality; classy understated appearance; excellent fit and comfortable from day one. My second pair of Jadd boots, which speaks for itself.