These loggers are a nice all-around boot - a step up in quality from other Red Wing heritage.
DaddyBootsEsquire25 days ago
Red Wing Red Wing / 4501 LoggerRed Wing / S.B. Foot Black Oil Slick
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Maker
Red Wing Shoes
Model
Red Wing / 4501 Logger
Leather
Last
Sole
Heel
Purchased from
Red Wing Store Brighton Michigan
Order info
Cost: 350 USD
More about this item
Added black bison kilties from Nick's handmade boots. Laces are snake eyes from Generation Laces.Use & wear
Outdoor Activities
Cold Temperatures
Wet Conditions
Snow
They survived a Michigan winter and cleaned up very easily.
Leather
Red Wing / S.B. Foot Black Oil Slick
Care Routine
Durability
Break-In
The leather hasn't evolved much, as it's black and struck through. However, it held up incredibly well over the winter. Break in process wasn't too bad, although the back stay piece has never quite formed to my heel. As for care routine, I wipe them down when exposed to salt and brushed. Otherwise, I left them alone. I only conditioned them once at the end of the thunderdome (Obenauff's).
Fit
8 Last: 9DUS Men's Brannock: 9E
Toe Box
Heel
Ball Feels Right
No Toe Room
Too Little Volume
Not Satisfied with the Fit
They're a bit narrower in the toe box and looser in the heels than other boots I have in the number eight last.
Craftsmanship
Red Wing Red Wing / 4501 Logger
Construction
Finishing
Very well built, especially compared to other Red Wing heritage offerings. They actually have a midsole! No issues with construction/finish whatsoever.
Sole & heel
Vibram Unit Lug7 months, current sole
Durability
Traction
Comfort
Plenty of grip and cushion.
Vibram / BlockWorn for 7 months, current heel
Durability
Comfort
Traction
See above
Final thoughts
Would Recommend
Good Value
Overall, they're a great boot. Well made with a high quality, interesting leather. I just wish they fit better!
Written by DaddyBootsEsquire
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