With a history dating back to the early 1900s, Red Wing counts plenty of icons as part of its Heritage catalog. But few carry the label more proudly and handsomely than the Iron Ranger, which Red Wing just released in a dark green colorway for the very first time.
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History of the Iron Ranger
The Iron Ranger’s name is part of its legacy. Red Wing originally designed the boot for the iron miners of Minnesota’s Mesabi Iron Range. As such, the boot perfectly embodies the manufacturer’s reputation practicality, thanks in large part to in its signature attributes over other Red Wing boots.
Built by hand on the company’s No. 8 last, the Iron Ranger features a double-layered toe cap for increased durability. It also boasts a more conventional sole, compared to something like rubber-laden Red Wing Classic Moc, as well as steel shank for extra stability.
Add to that its Goodyear welt and Puritan triple-stitch construction and you have a versatile boot that takes a while to break-in but rewards wearers with a lifetime of comfort and support. No wonder it’s made its way into the wardrobes of countless celebrities and blue-collar workers, alike.
