
Six months in of near daily wear and the teacore is starting to peek out. After five years of barefoot shoes and two hip surgeries, these were my chosen recovery boots and intro into solid workwear. It took a while for the footbed to mold, but these boots are now super-comfortable and I’m now a Red Wing convert. My original preference is cowboy boots, but I don’t think I can handle the heel, so maybe the Pecos 8060 are next? I’ll probably wear these at least through one resole before I pull the trigger on another pair.
Taken on April 1, 2026
Red Wing Shoes
6-Inch Classic Moc
US Men's Brannock: 8D
23 Last: 8D
A little stiff on the collar. Surprisingly fits my hallux rigidus toe comfortably and doesn’t bother my plantar fasciitis. Maybe break-in won’t be so bad!
Amazon
Cost: 235 USD
Availability: Stock Model
Lead Time: 4 days