The 8111 from Railcar is a robust 6-Inch boot crafted from premium Amber Harness leather. It showcases chrome hardware, speed hooks, and features Goodyear welt construction, ensuring durability and longevity. The triple-stitched quality enhances its ruggedness, while the Vibram® 430 Mini-lug sole provides superior grip. Perfectly blending historical craftsmanship with modern functionality, this boot is a versatile choice for both work and casual outings, embodying a classic silhouette rooted in Minnesota's mining history.
From the brand: The 8111 is a rugged 6-Inch boot, featuring premium Amber Harness leather, chrome hardware, speed hooks, Goodyear welt construction, triple stitched quality, plus a durable Vibram® 430 Mini-lug sole for grip while maintaining the classic Iron Ranger construction and silhouette.
THE HISTORY BEHIND THE STYLE
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, and it represents not only Red Wing’s commitment to making boots for working men and women but also its Minnesota origins.
