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A. Rockport South Ferry | B. Timberland Oppland Chelsea | C. Tommy Bahama Monte Carlo | D. Ecco New York Bicycle Toe Tie

TAKE OFF YOUR SHOES, BELTS AND ANY OTHER METAL OBJECTS. [repeat]

We all love to hear it. The crack TSA security staff at our airports screaming in your choice of shrill or f&^#ing annoying tone of voice. Airport security is hardly fun, easily being one of the worst parts of air travel - successfully rendering any vacation, business trip, or bachelor jaunt into a pain. We can’t think of a single person who doesn’t dread the cluster.

There are a few things you can do to expedite the journey and those are steel-free shoes. Gear that makes life simpler. Many airports outside of New York’s very own JFK will allow steel-free shoes directly through security without the godforsaken beeping of the medal detectors. It may not entirely alleviate the process of laptop exposing, bag dropping or jacket swapping, but at least it’s one thing less to fret during your travels.

Here are our recommendations for the best airport security safe / proof shoes. After the jump.

A. Rockport South Ferry | Cost: $114 Macy’s

• Sleek and sophisticated style comes easy with the ‘South Ferry’ blucher.
• Smooth leather uppers are soft and pliable for added quality and style.
• Classic lace-up design provides an adjustable and comfortable fit.
• Pigskin lining absorbs moisture for a healthy foot environment.
• Dynamic suspension DMX™ foam chamber on the bottom of the footbed provides dynamic air cushioning and sensation.
• Strobel construction provides forefoot flexibility for ease of walking motion.
• Rubberized polyurethane outsole helps reduce foot/leg fatigue for added support.

B. Timberland Oppland Chelsea | Cost: $150 Nordstrom

• Superior waterproof full-grain uppers for elegant durability.
• Smart Comfort® system technology for all-day comfort and support.
• Removable multi-density chassis with Smart Comfort® topography for proper support and cushioning.
• Leather and textile lining for comfort and climate control.
• Leather chassis cover for comfort.
• Durable rubber outsole for comfort, flexibility and support.
• Polyurethane midsole for comfort and resilience.
• Airport friendly nylon shank provides support, stability and shock dispersion and will not set off airport detectors.
• Waterproof seam sealed construction.

C. Tommy Bahama Monte Carlo | Cost: $185 @ Zappos

• The ‘Monte Carlo’ moc-loafer will be a classic addition to your casual attire.
• Rich leather uppers conforms to your feet for a comfortable fit.
• Leather lined footbed helps wick away moisture for a healthy foot environment.
• Rigid leather outsole features rubber grip insets for good traction.

D. Ecco New York Bicycle Toe Tie | Cost: $190 ShoeBuy

• Fashionable 4 eyelet bicycle toe oxford.
• Uppers made of full grain leather.
• Leather lining.
• Interchangeable comfort fiber insole.
• Hard-wearing, light and flexible outsole.

Also See: Shoes on Gear Patrol.