From left: the Blundstone #519 Original, #2340 Classic and #1306 Dress Series. Each range offers a different combination of fit, comfort and styling.
Choose the Blundstone Original Series if you want the traditional, firmer Blundstone feel. Choose the Classic Series if you prefer a roomier fit, lining and additional cushioning. Choose the Dress Series if you want the familiar pull-on practicality of a Blundstone with a cleaner, chiselled-toe silhouette.
With more models now available within each range, the decision is no longer simply #500 versus #585 versus #068. Once you have chosen the series that best suits your foot and wardrobe, you can also choose between smooth leather, rustic leather, oiled nubuck, waxed suede and several different colour combinations.
Original: traditional, firmer and rugged. Classic: roomier, lined and comfort-focused. Dress: cleaner, longer-looking and smarter. The model number then determines the particular colour, leather finish and detailing within that series.
Blundstone Original vs Classic vs Dress: what are the main differences?
The easiest way to choose is to start with the series rather than the colour. Original, Classic and Dress boots have noticeably different personalities even though they all use the familiar pull-on Chelsea-boot format.
Individual specifications vary by model, but this table highlights the main practical differences between the three ranges stocked at Allweathers.
| Feature | Original Series | Classic Series | Dress Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Traditional everyday versatility | Additional comfort and a roomier feel | Smart-casual and more refined outfits |
| General fit | Firmer and snugger across the foot | More relaxed with additional internal room | Longer-looking, refined profile; model-specific fit matters |
| Toe shape | Rounded | Rounded | Chiselled |
| Typical feel | Traditional and secure | Cushioned and relaxed | Cleaner and smarter |
| Styling | Workwear, countrywear, denim and everyday casual | Everyday wear, travel and long days on your feet | Chinos, dark denim and smarter casual outfits |
| Current models | #500, #519, #1615 | #585, #587, #2340 | #067, #068, #1306 |
If fit and comfort are your main concerns, decide between Original, Classic and Dress first. Then choose the leather and colour you prefer within that range. Two boots can look quite different while sharing the same underlying series construction.
Which Blundstone Original Series boot should you choose?
The Original Series is the best starting point if you want the traditional Blundstone character: a rounded toe, straightforward pull-on construction and a firmer feel than the comfort-focused Classic Series.
Originals can feel snug across the top of the foot and around the toe when new. The materials soften with wear, but customers who prefer a distinctly roomy boot may find the Classic more immediately forgiving.
- #500 Stout Brown: the benchmark Original and the most traditional all-round choice.
- #519 Stout Brown/Olive: familiar Original construction with distinctive olive elastic panels.
- #1615 Dark Olive: the Original silhouette in a softer-looking waxed-suede finish.
Blundstone #500 Original Chelsea Boots | Stout Brown
The cornerstone of the range. Water-resistant brown leather, a rounded shape and the traditional Original-series feel make the #500 an easy choice if you want the classic Blundstone look without additional decorative detail.
View the #500 Blundstone #519 Original Chelsea Boots | Stout Brown/Olive
The #519 keeps the water-resistant full-grain Stout Brown leather and traditional Original construction, but adds contrasting olive elastic panels for a subtle country-inspired difference.
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Blundstone #1615 Original Chelsea Boots | Dark Olive
Choose the #1615 if you like the Original fit but want a less conventional finish. The water-resistant waxed-suede upper gives the boot a softer, more textured appearance in Dark Olive.
View the #1615Who should choose an Original?
The Original is particularly well suited to people who like a secure-feeling Chelsea boot and want the shape most closely associated with traditional Blundstone styling. It works naturally with jeans, workwear, country clothing and casual everyday outfits.
If you like the Original construction but want something visually different from the familiar brown #500, the #519 and #1615 now give you two useful alternatives without requiring you to move into another series.
Should you choose the Blundstone Classic Series?
The Classic Series takes the familiar rounded Blundstone shape in a more comfort-focused direction. Compared with the Original, the Classics generally feel more relaxed through the foot and use lining and additional cushioning to provide a softer experience from early in their life.
This is the range we would look at first if you have a wider or higher-volume foot, prefer thicker socks or simply prioritise generous everyday comfort.
- #585 Rustic Brown: the best-known Classic, with a characterful rustic finish.
- #587 Rustic Black: the same broad Classic proposition in a darker, versatile finish.
- #2340 Brown: a rich oiled-nubuck alternative with the comfort-focused Classic construction.
Blundstone #585 Classic Chelsea Boots | Rustic Brown
The familiar Classic choice. Its water-resistant Rustic Brown leather, leather-and-textile lining and cushioned footbed make it particularly appealing for everyday wear and long periods on your feet.
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Blundstone #587 Classic Chelsea Boots | Rustic Black
The #587 offers the relaxed Classic fit, lining and cushioning in water-resistant Rustic Black leather. It is an easy option if you want the comfort of the #585 in a darker colour.
View the #587 Blundstone #2340 Classic Chelsea Boots | Brown
The #2340 combines the comfort-focused Classic construction with water-resistant oiled nubuck. Its rich brown finish feels slightly less rustic than the #585 while retaining an easy everyday character.
View the #2340Who should choose a Classic?
If your priority is a relaxed fit and additional underfoot comfort, the Classic is likely to be the strongest starting point. The #585 and #587 use familiar rustic finishes, while the #2340 gives customers who like the Classic construction another option in supple oiled nubuck.
For a more detailed look at the best-known model in the range, see our guide to what makes the Blundstone #585 so popular.
When is the Blundstone Dress Series the better choice?
The Dress Series is the best choice if you want the ease and everyday practicality of a pull-on Blundstone but prefer a cleaner silhouette.
Its defining feature is the chiselled toe. Compared with the rounded Original and Classic models, the Dress shape looks longer and more refined, making it easier to combine with chinos, dark denim, shirts, knitwear and smarter outerwear.
- #068 Voltan Black: the smartest and most understated Dress option.
- #067 Stout Brown: the clean Dress profile in classic brown full-grain leather.
- #1306 Rustic Brown: the Dress shape with a more relaxed and characterful rustic finish.
Blundstone #1306 Dress Chelsea Boots | Rustic Brown
The #1306 combines the chiselled Dress profile with water-resistant Rustic Brown leather. It is ideal if you want a smarter shape without the polished appearance of a smooth black dress boot.
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Blundstone #068 Dress Chelsea Boots | Voltan Black
The cleanest and smartest-looking option in this guide. The #068 combines black leather, leather lining and the characteristic Dress-series chiselled toe for easy smart-casual wear.
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Blundstone #067 Dress Chelsea Boots | Stout Brown
The #067 gives the Dress silhouette a warmer, traditional appearance. Its water-resistant full-grain Stout Brown leather works comfortably with chinos, denim and smart-casual country clothing.
View the #067Who should choose a Dress boot?
The Dress Series makes most sense when a traditional rounded Blundstone feels too rugged for the way you dress. The chiselled toe still looks unmistakably like a Chelsea boot, but it works more naturally with a cleaner trouser line and smarter layers.
The #068 is the obvious choice for black footwear, the #067 gives you a smoother brown option, and the #1306 is particularly useful if you like the Dress silhouette but want the more relaxed character of rustic leather.
How do Blundstone Original, Classic and Dress boots fit?
Fit is one of the most important differences between the ranges, and it is worth choosing the series on fit before choosing solely by colour.
Original Series fit
The Original generally has the firmest feel. Models such as the #519 and #1615 can feel snug across the top of the boot and around the toe when new. Starting with your normal UK size is the usual approach, with the upper gradually softening as the boot is worn.
Classic Series fit
The Classic generally offers a more relaxed fit with additional internal comfort. Models such as the #585, #587 and #2340 are a good starting point if you have a wider or higher-volume foot or simply prefer more room around the forefoot.
Dress Series fit
The Dress Series needs a little more model-specific attention. The #067 and #068 generally start with your usual size despite their longer-looking chiselled toe. The #1306 has a more relaxed fit with additional length and width, so customers with a narrow foot or those who prefer a neater fit may want to consider sizing down.
Fit check before you wear them outside
Try your Blundstones indoors with the type of socks you normally intend to wear. A small amount of heel movement is normal in a pull-on Chelsea boot, but your toes should not be pressed against the front and the boot should not feel painfully tight across the top of the foot.
Important: how do Blundstone half sizes work?
A Blundstone half size adds width rather than additional length.
For example, moving from a UK 8 to a UK 8.5 gives you more volume across the foot, but it does not make the boot longer in the way moving from a UK 8 to a UK 9 does.
This is particularly useful if the length feels correct but the boot is too snug across the widest part of your foot.
If you need additional length, move up a full size rather than relying on the half size. For detailed measurements, refer to the official Blundstone UK size guide.
Are Blundstone boots waterproof?
The nine boots featured in this comparison use water-resistant materials, but they should not automatically be treated as fully waterproof footwear.
The #500, #519, #585, #587, #2340, #067, #068 and #1306 use different forms of water-resistant leather, while the #1615 uses water-resistant waxed suede.
That makes them well suited to normal British showers and everyday wet-weather use when the upper is cared for correctly. They are not substitutes for rubber wellingtons or specialist waterproof walking boots when you expect prolonged submersion, deep standing water or consistently boggy conditions.
Water-resistant does not mean maintenance-free. Dirt, wear and dry leather can reduce the performance of the upper over time, so clean and condition the boots with products appropriate to their exact material.
Which Blundstone leather or finish should you choose?
Once you know which series suits you, the material becomes the next useful decision.
Smooth and full-grain leather
Models such as the #500, #519, #067 and #068 give you a more traditional leather appearance. These are easy to combine with everyday clothing, and the smoother Dress models naturally move furthest towards smart-casual wear.
Rustic leather
The #585, #587 and #1306 have a more deliberately lived-in appearance. Colour variation, marks and developing character are part of the appeal rather than something these boots are designed to avoid completely.
Oiled nubuck
The #2340 uses water-resistant oiled nubuck. It has a rich, supple appearance that sits comfortably between rugged rustic leather and a smoother polished finish.
Waxed suede
The #1615 is the most visually distinctive option in this group. Its Dark Olive waxed suede gives the familiar Original shape a softer and more textured appearance.
How should you care for the different Blundstone finishes?
There is no single care product that should automatically be applied to all nine boots. Match the treatment to the material.
Smooth and full-grain leather
Remove loose dirt with a soft brush or cloth and allow damp boots to dry naturally. A suitable leather cream, polish or protective treatment can then be used where appropriate. Test any unfamiliar product on a discreet area first.
Rustic leather and oiled nubuck
Rustic and oiled finishes should be treated with products designed for that type of leather. A heavy conventional polish may change the character and appearance of the surface.
For boots such as the #585 and #587, Blundstone Renovating Cream in Rustic is designed specifically for the brand's rustic leather collection.
Waxed suede
For the #1615, use a suede brush for loose dirt and a product specifically suitable for waxed suede if deeper cleaning or protection is required. Do not automatically use a smooth-leather cream on suede.
Dry wet boots naturally
Avoid placing any of these leather or suede boots directly against a radiator or other strong heat source. Remove surface dirt, allow the boots to air dry naturally and give them time to dry properly between wears.
Check the care instructions for the exact model. Conditioning products can darken or otherwise alter leather, nubuck and suede, so always test a small, inconspicuous area first.
Which Blundstone model is right for you?
If you still have several options in mind, these are the simplest recommendations.
Choose the #500 if you want the benchmark Blundstone Original in traditional Stout Brown.
Choose the #519 if you like the #500 proposition but prefer the contrast of olive elastic against brown leather.
Choose the #1615 if you want the traditional Original-series shape in a more distinctive Dark Olive waxed suede.
Choose the #585 if you want the familiar comfort-focused Classic in Rustic Brown.
Choose the #587 if you want Classic-series comfort with a darker Rustic Black finish.
Choose the #2340 if you prefer the relaxed Classic fit but want rich Brown oiled nubuck instead of a heavily rustic finish.
Choose the #068 if you want the smartest-looking option, particularly with black or darker smart-casual clothing.
Choose the #067 if you want the chiselled Dress silhouette in traditional Stout Brown leather.
Choose the #1306 if you want a Dress-series shape but prefer the relaxed character of Rustic Brown leather.
Traditional feel: Original. Maximum everyday comfort: Classic. Smartest silhouette: Dress. Once that decision is made, choose the model whose material and colour best suit what you normally wear.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between Blundstone Original and Classic boots?
The Original generally has a firmer, more traditional feel. The Classic is more comfort-focused, with a more relaxed fit, lining and additional cushioning. If you like a secure traditional boot, start with the Original; if you prioritise room and softness, look at the Classic.
What is the difference between the Blundstone #500 and #519?
Both belong to the Original Series and offer a similar traditional Blundstone proposition. The clearest visual difference is that the #500 uses the familiar Stout Brown look, while the #519 combines Stout Brown full-grain leather with contrasting olive elastic side panels.
What makes the Blundstone #1615 different?
The #1615 brings waxed suede to the Original Series. Its Dark Olive upper gives it a softer, more textured appearance than the smooth brown leather models while retaining the snugger Original-series character.
What is the difference between the Blundstone #585 and #587?
Both sit within the comfort-focused Classic Series and share the same broad everyday proposition. The main choice is appearance: #585 is Rustic Brown, while #587 is Rustic Black.
How does the Blundstone #2340 compare with the #585?
Both are Classic Series boots with the more relaxed, cushioned character associated with that range. The #2340 uses Brown oiled nubuck, while the #585 uses the distinctive Rustic Brown leather for which that model is particularly well known.
Which Blundstone is best for wide feet?
The Classic Series is generally the clearest starting point because of its more relaxed fit. A Blundstone half size can also add width without increasing length. Foot shape varies, however, so fit should always be checked on the individual model.
Should I size down in Blundstone Dress boots?
Not automatically. The #067 and #068 generally recommend beginning with your usual size. The #1306 has a more relaxed fit with additional length and width, so customers with narrower feet or those wanting a neater fit may consider sizing down. Follow the fit advice for the exact model rather than applying one rule to the whole Dress Series.
Do Blundstone half sizes add length?
No. Blundstone half sizes provide additional width and volume across the foot rather than additional length. Move up a full size when you genuinely need a longer boot.
Are these Blundstone boots fully waterproof?
The models featured here use water-resistant leather, nubuck or waxed suede rather than being universally described as fully waterproof. They are practical for normal wet-weather use but are not intended as substitutes for wellingtons or specialist waterproof footwear in deep water.
Which Blundstone looks smartest?
The Dress Series has the cleanest silhouette because of its chiselled toe. The #068 in Voltan Black is the most obvious option for smarter outfits, while the #067 and #1306 provide brown alternatives with different levels of formality.
Which Blundstone is the most traditional?
The #500 is the easiest benchmark for the traditional Blundstone look. If you like the same broad Original-series character but want something different, consider the #519 with olive elastic or the Dark Olive waxed-suede #1615.
Find the Blundstone that fits your life
Original, Classic and Dress boots all offer the easy pull-on practicality Blundstone is known for, but the differences in fit, materials and styling are meaningful. Choose your preferred series first, then pick the finish that works best with your wardrobe.
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