--- product_id: 1093848 title: "KEEN Men's Austin Shoe" brand: "visit the keen store" price: "R3485" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1093848-keen-mens-austin-shoe store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # KEEN Men's Austin Shoe **Brand:** visit the keen store **Price:** R3485 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** KEEN Men's Austin Shoe by visit the keen store - **How much does it cost?** R3485 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1093848-keen-mens-austin-shoe) ## Best For - visit the keen store enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted visit the keen store brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description KEEN adds their distinctive stamp to this handsome and adventurous casual shoe. Care: Gently brush the shoe with a soft bristle brush or hand towel to remove loose dirt and debris. Stains can be treated by lightly rubbing a gum eraser in a circular motion over the location and lightly brushing afterwards. Tough stains can be treated with a mixture of water and a little vinegar on a damp cloth. This process may cause slight discoloration to the area. Austin Casual Shoe From business-casual Fridays to busy weekends around town, the Keen Men's Austin Casual Shoe is a must-have casual wardrobe staple. This lace-up shoe has a water-resistant leather upper for versatility and a sleek, contemporary look. And for comfort that won't quit, the Austin features a removable Keen Metatomical footbed that adds extra cushion to your step and moisture-wicking liners to help keep feet dry.  FeaturesClassic and casual lace-up oxfordWater-resistant leather upper for durabilityKeen Metatomical footbed provides arch supportLeather and textile linings wick away moisturePatented toe protection covers entire toe bed  SpecsWeight: 15.66oz / 444.74gUpper: Water resistant leatherLining: Textile Shoe has the style of an oxford with athletic-inspired detailing and comfort. View larger. Keen Metatomical footbed provides arch support. View larger.Classic, Sporty Style The versatile Keen Men's Austin Casual Shoe provides the style of an oxford with athletic-inspired detailing and comfort. This lace-up shoe comes in a variety of tones has accented with contrast and tonal stitching.Water-Resistant Upper and Moisture-Wicking Liners To keep feet dry and comfortable in a range of conditions, the Austin has a water-resistant leather upper that's made to last and requires no special care. When things heat up, leather and fabric linings wick away moisture for breathable comfort.Keen Metatomical Footbed for Contoured Support For comfort and support that last all day, the Austin features an internal footbed that provides arch support by hugging the natural contours of your foot.Patented Toe Protection Because you never know what might cross your path, the Austin includes Keen.Protect, patented toe protection that wraps up and over the outsole for thorough coverage of the entire toe bed.Keen: A Story of Hybrid Innovation Keen began in 2003 with an inspired sandal design that combined comfort and toe protection. This radical design departure for sandals spawned the overriding Keen philosophy of hybrid innovation--striving to create new possibilities and to discover and implement original ideas. Keen products put an emphasis on the joys of play. At the same time, Keen believes in the value of working hard to give back to the community. To that end, the company has partnered with non-profit organizations around the world to help get youth into the outdoors, protect land for its environmental and recreational value, and to give bikes to kids in need.What's in the Box Keen Men's Austin Casual Shoe. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); From beaches to mountains to city streets, Keen believes the outdoors is anyplace without a ceiling. Keen believes in living a HybridLife, which means being part of a greater community that is full of people who create possibilities, play in the outdoors and care for the world around them. See more ## Features - 100% Combination Waterproof Nubuck, Full Grain Leather - Imported - Rubber sole - Please note: The color called Black Olive is actually brown^KEEN adds their distinctive stamp to this handsome and adventurous casual shoe. ## Images ![KEEN Men's Austin Shoe - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/611mWCITkoL.jpg) ![KEEN Men's Austin Shoe - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71Y3RZN5w-L.jpg) ![KEEN Men's Austin Shoe - Image 3](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61BTG2CtbNL.jpg) ![KEEN Men's Austin Shoe - Image 4](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/614SSPSHmxL.jpg) ![KEEN Men's Austin Shoe - Image 5](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61cfjnU2OvL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect shoes with a fixed lifespan *by S***S on Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2019* Just purchased my third pair of Keen Austins in brown.Pros:-Toebox that won't give you bunions, but in a non-minimalist shoe.-Lots of lace holes, which means you can tighten them up adequately across your arch-Heel does not slip-The toe-wrap sole, common to most Keen shoes, keeps them looking great for much longer than other shoes.-Look good enough to wear with slacks in informal but dressier situations (work, church, etc), but still work with jeans at a bar-Not at all sure how, but they never seem to get too hot, not even in the summer-Also don't seem to get overly cold in the winter-They totally work for up to moderate hiking (anything that doesn't require ankle support, really)-If I had to, I could even jog in themCons:There are only three cons. The first I can totally overlook, and I'm only bringing it up because I just got my third pair yesterday: they take FOR FREAKING EVER to break in. Like two weeks! I forget about this because they're so perfect afterward but I'm currently walking around like Frankenstein.The second is that this model does change slightly over time. You can clearly see that accenting leather was used for the lace reinforce on my shoes: this is new. My last two pairs had identical leather all through the uppers.The more aggravating change was that my first pair of Austins did not have padding around the opening: it was just two layers of leather stitched. I'm sure they think it's more comfortable this way but I also believe this is part of the break-in problem, and it also affects how they look.The most important con, the thing I REALLY wish they'd address (but they never will) is that they are a time bomb. It seems like I get 1.5-3 years of perfect use out of them, and then they just start disintegrating. The laces break, the sole delaminates, the upper comes unglued from the sole, stitches start to break, and it all happens within a month or two. I do understand that this is what you can expect from mass produced goods from India (and Keen is definitely on the top of that heap) and I do understand it's in Keen's interest to engineer them to a specific lifespan, but I would be willing to spend $50 more for shoes that would last another two years. ### ⭐⭐ What hath the value of a man or his shoe without a so(u)le? *by M***L on Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2019* Purchased these shoes to replace older pair of Keen Austins I purchased many years before. I have only worn these sporadically since purchased maybe 4 or 5 times max for short periods of time. Fit great and comfortably straight from the box. I am a big fan of Keen shoes for this reason.However, I brought these shoes with me on a trip last week and wore them one time walking through Ghent on a rainy afternoon for several hours and noticed when I returned to my apartment that the right heel had completely separated from the sole of my shoe (see photos). Needless to say that although purchased three years ago they are essentially unworn new shoes. I am very disappointed and hope the issue is a unfortunate defect rather than a decline in the quality of shoe I expect from this company. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Go to Shoe for the work place or just being casual *by S***M on Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2017* This is my second pair of Austin Keen's (I've owned 5 pairs of diffrent styles) and I came back to this model because it gets the job done. I work on my feet all day for work. This shoe is sturdy and seems to keep my body from breaking down from the foundation. The only major caveat I will give the rookie Keen wearer is they take a long time to break in compared to a sneaker like Nike, or Adidas. Once they are broken in though, wow they last and seem to keep my feet from aching. Running Shoes only last me 6 months, these shoes about a year if not longer. The rubberized toe is a huge help with work just moving boxes and junk around without getting hurt. Also the shoe is a bit more classy/professional that the sneaker. So a win win. Ultimately this is a great value for something that will help your health in the long run to avoid hurting feet to the aching back and down the line. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1093848-keen-mens-austin-shoe](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1093848-keen-mens-austin-shoe) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-12*