2013 steel toed Packer(ish) Red Wing 2202s
FtValloniaStreakerabout 1 year ago
Red Wing Red Wing / 2202Red Brown Kayak and Gaucho Yuma
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Maker
Red Wing Shoes
Model
Red Wing / 2202
Leather
Last
Sole
Purchased from
Ebay NOS From 7/2013
Order info
Cost: 150 USD
Availability: Stock Model
Lead Time: 21 days
More about this item
These were my original boots for last year but changed my mind. These things are awesome!See background
Why did you choose this item?
Availability: Stock Model
Workplace Needs
Love a Packer not officially called that by manufacturer but I will in steel toe
How did you determine your size?
199 Last: 14DUS Men's Brannock: 14B
Did Not Try On
Brannock Measurements
Been wearing Red Wing for years….. wish I could have found a B width but I’m use to that problem
What was the ordering process?
Purchased from Ebay NOS From 7/2013Total cost: 150 USD
Lead time: 21 days
Other
Simple….. saw them, hit buy it now
Use & wear
Physical Work
On concrete, inside work
Leather
Red Brown Kayak and Gaucho Yuma
To be determined
Fit
199 Last: 14DUS Men's Brannock: 14B
Length Feels Right
Ball Feels Right
Satisfied with the Fit
Too Much Volume
A bit wide, good arch, bigger toe box might have to add insoles for width length is perfect
Craftsmanship
Red Wing Red Wing / 2202
Nice boot lighter than expected with steel toes leather is soft
Sole & heel
Will let you know but the snake sole is awesome…. Never knew they made them like this
Final thoughts
Wish I hadn’t waited another year to get these on my feet…… only an hour in but I’m a red wing fan. $150 eBay boots how can you complain
Written by FtValloniaStreaker
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