Red Wing
USA · Est. 1905 · Mid-range
The most accessible entry point to heritage boots. Red Wing built its reputation on work boots for Minnesota's iron miners and has evolved into the gateway brand for the heritage boot enthusiast.
Heritage
Founded in Red Wing, Minnesota by Charles Beckman. Originally made boots for farmers, miners, and loggers. The Iron Ranger became iconic because it was literally designed for iron mine workers who needed toe protection from falling ore.
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Red Wing Iron Ranger 8111
The Iron Ranger is the gateway drug to heritage boots. Named for the miners of Minnesota's Mesabi Iron Range, the cap toe was designed to protect feet from falling ore. Today it's the boot you see on every style blog, and for good reason—at this price point, nothing else offers resoleability and leather this good.
Red Wing Blacksmith 3345
The Blacksmith is the Iron Ranger's more versatile sibling. Same construction, same quality, but the plain toe works in more contexts. It's slightly dressier without sacrificing any of the heritage appeal.
Red Wing Classic Moc 875
The 875 is the boot that launched the heritage movement in Japan. Introduced in 1952 for hunters, it became a cultural icon when Japanese fashion adopted American workwear in the 1990s. The wedge sole makes it surprisingly comfortable out of the box.
Red Wing Beckman 9011
The Beckman represents Red Wing's attempt at a dressier boot. Named after company founder Charles Beckman, it uses their premium Featherstone leather and a more refined sole. Discontinued from mainline but still available through retailers.