This is a pair of Second Hand Red Wing Iron Rangers that was bought in our store many years ago. It´s at least 10 years since the client bought them and they have just been sitting in his closet ever since. They might have been worn outside once. But this are as close to deadstock as they can be. Red Wing still produce really high quality boots, but they were even better "back in the days". These are size US 10 and of course Made in USA.
The 8111 is a rugged 6-Inch boot, featuring premium Amber Harness leather, chrome hardware, speed hooks, Goodyear welt construction and triple stitched quality. Its double layer leather toe cap, leather heel pocket and Vibram sole makes it great.
The early history of iron mining on Minnesota’s Mesabi Range is intertwined with that of Red Wing Shoe Company. The miners needed tough but comfortable boots that could stand up to the long days and tough conditions a northern Minnesota mine pit presented. Red Wing responded with a boot made of thick leather with an oil resisting outer sole, speed lacing hooks, and a comfortable cork midsole.
The defining characteristic of these boots though, was their double layered toe, capped to protect the miner’s feet from injury as they labored with hand tools and heavy machinery. That boot is still made today, the fittingly named Iron Ranger.
- Second Hand Red Wing Iron Ranger Style No. 8111 Amber Harness US 10 - Size EU 43 / US 10 - Handcrafted in USA - D-last - Leather insole - Vibram sole
