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Universal Shoe Sizing Guide

Name: 3n2 Reaction Referee Patent Leather Shoe - 2E Width
Brand: Honig's
SKU: 3N2RP1 2E 7.5
Price: 89.99 USD
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Measure first. Compare by brand. Confirm the product listing. Use this guide to choose a better starting size and reduce avoidable returns.

New Balance · Mizuno · Honig's · Force3 · Under Armour · adidas · Nike

How to Measure Your Feet

Use this method before comparing any brand chart. Measure both feet and use the larger measurement.

Measure late in the day

Feet can expand during normal daily activity.

Wear the intended socks

Use the same sock thickness you expect to wear with the shoe.

Stand on hard flooring

Tape paper down. Keep full weight on the foot being measured.

Mark heel and longest toe

Keep the pencil vertical. Repeat for the other foot.

Measure heel-to-toe

Centimeters are recommended — most brand charts use 0.5 cm increments.

Compare with the brand chart

When between sizes, sizing up is usually the safer starting point unless the product page states otherwise.

Fit check: Leave enough room to move your toes, secure the heel without excessive slipping, and test the shoe with the socks and activity conditions in which it will be worn.

Universal Reference — Start Here

New Balance & Mizuno

A US size is not a perfectly standardized physical length across every brand. Use your measured foot length and the brand-specific chart below — not a size from another shoe alone.

US Men	US Women*	NB cm	NB EU	Mizuno cm	Mizuno EU
5	6.5	23	37.5	23	36.5
5.5	7.0	23.5	38	23.5	37
6	7.5	24	38.5	24	38
6.5	8.0	24.5	39.5	24.5	38.5
7	8.5	25	40	25	39
7.5	9.0	25.5	40.5	25.5	40
8	9.5	26	41.5	26	40.5
8.5	10.0	26.5	42	26.5	41
9	10.5	27	42.5	27	42
9.5	11.0	27.5	43	27.5	42.5
10	11.5	28	44	28	43
10.5	12.0	28.5	44.5	28.5	44
11	12.5	29	45	29	44.5
11.5	13.0	29.5	45.5	29.5	45
12	13.5	30	46.5	30	46
12.5	14.0	30.5	47	30.5	46.5
13	14.5	31	47.5	31	47
14	15.5	32	49	32	48.5

*For these two charts, the common men-to-women conversion shown is +1.5 sizes. Always confirm whether the product is labeled men's, women's, or unisex.

Men's width shorthandD is commonly standard; 2E is commonly wide.

Women's width shorthandB is commonly standard; D is commonly wide.

Width availability varies by brand and model. Never assume that a letter width means the same physical width across all shoes.

Brand-by-Brand Charts

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New Balance

Official size and width guide available online

Use the product's stated gender and width. New Balance offers one of the broadest width selections, so verify both size and width before ordering.

US Men/Unisex	US Women	Length (cm)	EU
5	6.5	23	37.5
5.5	7.0	23.5	38
6	7.5	24	38.5
6.5	8.0	24.5	39.5
7	8.5	25	40
7.5	9.0	25.5	40.5
8	9.5	26	41.5
8.5	10.0	26.5	42
9	10.5	27	42.5
9.5	11.0	27.5	43
10	11.5	28	44
10.5	12.0	28.5	44.5
11	12.5	29	45
11.5	13.0	29.5	45.5
12	13.5	30	46.5
12.5	14.0	30.5	47
13	14.5	31	47.5
14	15.5	32	49

Common width labels
Men's: 2A/AA narrow, B narrow, D standard, 2E wide, 4E extra wide, 6E extra-extra wide.
Women's: 4A/AAAA extra narrow, 2A/AA narrow, B standard, D wide, 2E extra wide, 4E extra-extra wide.
Availability depends on model.

Listing recommendation: Clearly display Men's, Women's, or Unisex in the product title, plus the exact width code offered.

View official New Balance size guide →

Mizuno

US sizing; common unisex conversion is women's size minus 1.5

US Men/Unisex	US Women	Japan / cm	EU
5	6.5	23	36.5
5.5	7.0	23.5	37
6	7.5	24	38
6.5	8.0	24.5	38.5
7	8.5	25	39
7.5	9.0	25.5	40
8	9.5	26	40.5
8.5	10.0	26.5	41
9	10.5	27	42
9.5	11.0	27.5	42.5
10	11.5	28	43
10.5	12.0	28.5	44
11	12.5	29	44.5
11.5	13.0	29.5	45
12	13.5	30	46
12.5	14.0	30.5	46.5
13	14.5	31	47
14	15.5	32	48.5

Common width labels
Men's D standard and 2E wide; Women's B standard and D wide.

Mizuno guidance also recommends measuring both feet and comparing the longer measurement.

View official Mizuno size chart →

Honig's

Retailer / officials brand — verify the manufacturer and product label

Honig's sells officiating footwear, but a single Honig's-wide conversion chart should not be applied to every model. Some shoes may be Honig's-branded while others are produced by outside footwear manufacturers. Use the size system shown on the specific product page and packaging.

Product listing says	Customer should use
Men's	Men's US chart and the listed width
Women's	Women's US chart and the listed width
Unisex	The product page's stated conversion
D / 2E / 4E	Treat as width, not a different shoe length
No fit guidance	Use measured foot length and contact Pro Game Sports before ordering

Force3

Model-specific umpire footwear sizing

Force3 umpire shoes are performance/protective footwear. Do not infer size from chest protectors, masks, or other Force3 equipment. Confirm whether the shoe is men's or unisex and follow the exact product listing.

Fit factor	Guidance
Plate shoes	Allow for the protective toe structure and the socks used during games.
Field/base shoes	Check heel security and forefoot room during lateral movement.
Width	Order only the width identified in the listing; do not assume all models are wide.
Between sizes	Use the larger measured foot and product-specific fit notes.
Cross-brand purchase	Do not automatically copy a New Balance, Nike, or adidas size.

Listing rule — for Honig's and Force3, include the exact manufacturer sizing statement from current vendor data on each product page. Avoid claiming a universal printable manufacturer chart unless one is supplied for that specific model.

Under Armour

Official heel-to-toe chart; size up when between chart values

Under Armour recommends tracing the foot while standing with full weight and measuring later in the day. The chart below shows a common adult men's range.

US Men	Heel-to-toe (cm)	EU
5	23	37.5
5.5	23.5	38
6	24	38.5
6.5	24.5	39
7	25	40
7.5	25.5	40.5
8	26	41
8.5	26.5	42
9	27	42.5
9.5	27.5	43
10	28	44
10.5	28.5	44.5
11	29	45
11.5	29.5	45.5
12	30	46
12.5	30.5	47
13	31	47.5
14	32	48.5

Important: Use the separate women's or kids' chart when the product is not men's. Due to metric/imperial rounding, chart values may not progress identically in every column.

View official Under Armour size guide →

adidas

Official heel-to-toe chart uses distinctive EU one-third increments

adidas recommends measuring at the end of the day. When between sizes, the brand suggests choosing down for a tighter fit or up for a looser fit.

US Men	Heel-to-toe (cm)	EU
5	22.9	37 1/3
5.5	23.3	38
6	23.8	38 2/3
6.5	24.2	39 1/3
7	24.6	40
7.5	25.0	40 2/3
8	25.5	41 1/3
8.5	25.9	42
9	26.3	42 2/3
9.5	26.7	43 1/3
10	27.1	44
10.5	27.6	44 2/3
11	28.0	45 1/3
11.5	28.4	46
12	28.8	46 2/3
12.5	29.3	47 1/3
13	29.7	48
14	30.5	49 1/3

Conversion note: In the common adult range shown, adidas women's sizing is generally one full US size above the corresponding men's size. Do not substitute the +1.5 conversion used by several other brands.

View official adidas size chart →

Nike

Official charts distinguish foot length from the CM/JP label

Nike advises using the longer foot, sizing up when between sizes, and checking the chart tied to the product's gender category. Nike also notes that the CM/JP number on a label is not always the same as measured foot length.

US Men	US Women	CM / JP label	EU
5	6.5	23.5	37.5
5.5	7.0	24	38
6	7.5	24	38.5
6.5	8.0	24.5	39
7	8.5	25	40
7.5	9.0	25.5	40.5
8	9.5	26	41
8.5	10.0	26.5	42
9	10.5	27	42.5
9.5	11.0	27.5	43
10	11.5	28	44
10.5	12.0	28.5	44.5
11	12.5	29	45
11.5	13.0	29.5	45.5
12	13.5	30	46
12.5	14.0	30.5	47
13	14.5	31	47.5
14	15.5	32	48.5

Sport-specific fit: Cleats and performance shoes can feel more snug than running or walking shoes. Wear your game socks while checking fit and review model-specific guidance.

View official Nike size & fit guide →

Customer Ordering Checklist

Confirm the product is labeled Men's, Women's, or Unisex.
Measure both feet in centimeters and use the longer measurement.
Confirm the width code shown in the product listing.
Compare with the chart for the actual brand — not a different brand you already own.
Review model-specific fit notes for running shoes, cleats, plate shoes, and protective footwear.
When between sizes, follow the brand guidance and consider the intended socks and activity.

Important sizing disclaimer: This guide is a general comparison resource, not a guarantee of fit. Foot shape, volume, orthotics, socks, intended sport, and shoe construction affect fit. Brand charts and product specifications may be revised. The current product listing and manufacturer guidance control.

Official reference pages

New Balance size guide Mizuno USA support Under Armour size guide adidas size charts Nike size & fit

Prepared for Pro Game Sports · Updated August 2026

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Description

3N2 Reaction Referee Patent Leather Shoe - 2E Width

The 3N2 Reaction Referee Patent Leather Shoe in 2E width is built for basketball and volleyball officials who want a wider fit, polished professional appearance, and dependable indoor-court performance.

Designed specifically for officiating, the Reaction Referee combines a wear-resistant patent leather upper with a lightweight compression-molded EVA midsole and a low-profile, non-marking outsole. The result is a referee shoe built for long games, repeated movement, and officials who spend hours standing, running, and changing direction on hard indoor surfaces.

Product Features

2E wide-width fit
Black patent leather upper
Easy-to-polish finish
Lightweight compression-molded EVA midsole
Low-profile flat-bottom design
Non-marking outsole
Multi-directional traction
Built for indoor officiating
Designed for basketball and volleyball referees
Available in a wide range of sizes

Why Officials Choose the 3N2 Reaction Referee Shoe

Basketball and volleyball officials need footwear that can handle constant movement without sacrificing comfort or professional appearance.

The 3N2 Reaction Referee is designed around three things officials care about most: cushioning, traction, and durability.

The EVA midsole provides lightweight cushioning and support, while the flat, non-marking outsole is designed specifically for indoor sports. Multi-directional traction helps officials move confidently during quick stops, lateral movement, transition coverage, and changes of direction.

Built for Officials Who Need a Wider Shoe

This version is offered in a 2E width, making it a strong option for officials who need more room through the forefoot than a standard-width referee shoe provides.

A proper fit matters even more when working:

Multiple games in one day
Tournament weekends
Doubleheaders
Long varsity assignments
Postseason games
Extended collegiate schedules

Officials who routinely feel pressure along the sides of the foot in standard-width shoes may find a 2E fit more comfortable.

Patent Leather for a Professional Referee Look

The patent leather upper provides the polished black appearance traditionally associated with basketball and volleyball officiating.

3N2 describes the upper as wear-resistant and easy to polish, making the Reaction Referee a practical choice for officials who want a shoe that maintains a clean, professional look throughout the season.

Cushioning for Long Games

The compression-molded EVA midsole is designed to provide lightweight cushioning and support during prolonged standing and movement. 3N2 specifically positions the design around reducing stress associated with extended time on your feet.

That can be especially valuable for officials working several games back-to-back on hardwood or other indoor court surfaces.

Indoor Court Traction

The Reaction Referee uses a low-profile, flat-bottom, non-marking outsole built for indoor sports such as basketball and volleyball. Its multi-directional traction pattern is designed to support movement in more than one direction rather than straight-line running alone.

For officials, that matters when:

Accelerating in transition
Moving laterally
Stopping quickly
Adjusting position on the baseline
Rotating between coverage areas
Changing direction as possession changes

Frequently Asked Questions

Are 3N2 Reaction Referee shoes good for basketball officials?

Yes. The Reaction Referee is specifically designed for officiating and uses a cushioned EVA midsole, non-marking outsole, and multi-directional traction suited to indoor basketball courts.

Are these shoes good for volleyball referees?

Yes. 3N2 specifically identifies the Reaction Referee as suitable for indoor sports including basketball and volleyball.

What does 2E width mean?

2E is a wide-width sizing designation. It provides additional room compared with a standard-width shoe and can be a better option for officials with wider feet.

Are these referee shoes patent leather?

Yes. The Reaction Referee uses a black patent leather upper designed to provide a polished professional appearance and wear resistance.

Are patent leather referee shoes easy to clean?

Patent leather is generally easy to wipe down and polish. 3N2 specifically describes the Reaction Referee upper as easy to polish and wear-resistant.

Are these shoes non-marking?

Yes. The outsole is non-marking and designed for indoor court sports.

Are the 3N2 Reaction Referee shoes cushioned?

Yes. They use a lightweight compression-molded EVA midsole designed to provide cushioning and support throughout long assignments.

Are these good shoes for referees who work multiple games?

They can be a strong option for officials working long tournament schedules because the design combines cushioning, traction, and a wider 2E fit.

What are the best wide shoes for basketball referees?

Officials looking for wide basketball referee shoes should prioritize proper forefoot room, cushioning, court traction, support, and a professional all-black appearance. The 3N2 Reaction Referee in 2E width is designed specifically around those needs.

What is the difference between the 3N2 Reaction Referee and a running shoe?

The Reaction Referee uses a flatter indoor-court outsole and multi-directional traction specifically suited to officiating movement. Running shoes are generally designed primarily around forward motion and may have different stability and traction characteristics.

When should referee shoes be replaced?

Consider replacement when you notice:

Reduced traction
Worn outsole tread
Compressed cushioning
Separation around the sole
Cracking or damage to the upper
Increasing foot fatigue
Loss of support
Shoes that no longer maintain a professional appearance

Complete Your Basketball or Volleyball Officiating Uniform

Pair the 3N2 Reaction Referee Patent Leather Shoe with:

Basketball or volleyball referee shirt
Black officiating pants
Black referee socks
Whistle and lanyard
Timing device
Pregame jacket
Officials equipment bag