Lineman Classic Arch - Classic Configuration

Soft Toe: Recommended. Maximizes Toe box comfort. Work leathers are plenty durable without any structure in the toe box. 9 out of 10 customers use a soft toe. Celastic Toe: Felt-like cloth infused with a hardening resin. Keeps the toe box from "sagging". Recommended for dressier boots. Some toe interference. Steel: Not ASTM rated. Only choose if your employer requires a safety toe. Conducts heat and cold, but is less intrusive in the toe box compared to composite. More "natural" toe profile. Toe box comfort no guaranteed. Composite: Not ASTM rated. Only choose if your employer requires safety toe. Conducts heat and cold less, but more intrusive in the toe box due to thickness. More "bulbous" toe profile. Because it is more bulbous, it tends to push the leather away from the ball the foot. Toe box comfort not guaranteed.