Red Wing Iron Ranger

S.B. Foot Copper Rough and Tough
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Arto
Worn about 1 year
Work Thunderdome 2024-2025
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Reviews

A Working Fashion Icon

I came into this contest already having owned Frank's and White's, and I was simply curious as to whether the old faithful Iron Ranger could hold up to the same abuse that my PNW boots have. I probably wouldn't take these into a logging camp, but for the work I've put them through and the hell I've marched into while wearing them, the Iron Ranger has truly impressed me. What is worn by many as a casual fashion accessory still has the guts to go to work and throw down with some of the heaviest hitters on the market - and look damn good doing it.
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7 months ago

Impressively Robust

Excellent boots for the price. For the simplicity of the construction, they're very sturdy and are holding up to some serious work.
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11 months ago
Specs

Maker

Red Wing Shoes

Model

Iron Ranger

Leather

S.B. Foot Copper Rough and Tough

Last

8 Last

US Men's Brannock: 13D HTB/11.5 HTT

8 Last: 12D

Relatively snug and stiff on first wear

Sole

Vibram 430 Oil-Resisting Mini-Lug Full Sole

Heel

Vibram 430 Heel

Purchased from

Red Wing Shoes

Order info

Cost: 350 USD

Availability: Stock Model

Lead Time: 6 days

More about this item

A bit snug, but looking forward to seeing how they break in. Seem to have plenty of room in the toe box, so I'm hoping I don't end up with the clown shoe look
Q&A

Why did you choose this item?

Availability: Stock Model

Have been wanting a pair of Iron Rangers since I saw them in a storefront years ago. Never bothered picking up a pair until I had a whim to try the thunderdome.

How did you determine your size?

8 Last: 12DUS Men's Brannock: 13D HTB/11.5 HTT
Compared to Other Lasts
Community Advice

Was advised to size down a full size from my natural shoe size

What was the ordering process?

Purchased from Red Wing ShoesTotal cost: 350 USD Lead time: 6 days
Online Store

Pretty seamless from the Red Wing website. PayPal, in and out, 5 minutes at most

Awards
Work Thunderdome Finisher2024-2025 Stitchdown Patina Thunderdome Work Edition
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