Monthly Archives: March 2021

  1. Why A Raised Heel? Benefits Of A Taller Boot

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    Should you get work boots with a raised heel? There are some good reasons to have one, but for some people it's less of a priority depending on what you do for work.

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  2. When Slip-On Boots Are A Good Idea And When They're Not

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    There are some instances where a slip-on boot is a great choice for work or for casual wear, but there are some when they definitely aren't.

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  3. What Is Oil-Stuffed Leather?

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    Hot oil-stuffed leather is a method of making leather, an extra step in the tanning process. The end result is typically a softer, more pliable leather that retains strength.

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  4. What Kind Of Boots Do Wildland Firefighters Wear?

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    What a lot of people think of when they think of firefighters is bunker boots, the big pull-on rubber boots that you're used to seeing actors put on in TV shows and movies. What boots do wildland firefighters actually wear?

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  5. How Long Are Fire Boots Good For?

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    Quality fire boots - like any quality work boot - is a serious investment in a tool of the trade...but how long does that tool last?

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  6. 5 Myths About Steel Toe Boots

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    Some people believe some weird things about steel toe boots. Like any myth, some are based on half-truths and some are just outright wrong.

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  7. What Is A Wide Toe Box? And Why The Toes Matter For Work Boots

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    Bear in mind that "wide" is relative; that has a lot more to do with who makes it than an actual measurement you can make.

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