1957 Series 6" Moc Toe

Thorogood manufactures the boot in two Wisconsin factories located in Merrill and Marshfield. The 1957 Series is available in multiple configurations including steel toe safety models and waterproof variants with X-Stream membrane technology. The boot retails for $299.99 through authorized dealers and major footwear retailers.

The 1957 Series 6" Moc Toe uses full-grain leather in two options: Trail Crazyhorse or Briar Pitstop. The leather upper extends to a 6-inch shaft height, with an 8-inch version also available in the product line.

Thorogood assembles the boot using Goodyear Storm Welt construction, which features a wider welt than traditional Goodyear welting to provide additional protection in wet conditions. The storm welt configuration allows for resoling while maintaining water resistance at the welt joint. The construction uses a rubber midsole between the upper and outsole.

The outsole consists of single-density polyurethane in a MAXWear wedge design. The wedge profile distributes weight evenly across the foot, and the polyurethane compound is formulated to outlast competing materials by 30 percent according to manufacturer testing. The outsole includes slip-resistant tread patterns.

The boot features a gusseted tongue that extends past the third-highest eyelet. This design aligns with the waterproof membrane in waterproof models, preventing water entry through the lacing area.

Safety versions of the 1957 Series include steel toe caps that meet ASTM standards for impact and compression protection. The steel toe models also incorporate electrical hazard protection, with soles and heels rated to resist 18,000 volts in dry conditions.

Waterproof models use X-Stream membrane technology, a breathable barrier that prevents water penetration while allowing moisture vapor to escape from inside the boot. The membrane integrates with the gusseted tongue design to seal the boot interior from external water.

The boot includes a removable Ultimate Shock Absorption footbed with a dual-density polyurethane insert. The footbed provides cushioning and can be replaced with custom orthotics while maintaining the boot's internal volume.

Thorogood manufactures all 1957 Series boots in the United States, using both domestic and internationally sourced components. The company maintains quality control through its two Wisconsin manufacturing facilities.

Peter Weinbrenner, a German immigrant, established roots for the company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1855. His son Albert Weinbrenner opened a cobbler shop in Milwaukee in 1892, serving customers in the "jobbing" trades—work that required specialized footwear for specific job demands.

The Weinbrenner company introduced the Thorogood brand name in 1917. The brand developed around a philosophy of "job-fitted" footwear, with boots engineered for particular occupational requirements rather than general-purpose work boots. This approach led the company to become the largest manufacturer of Made in USA footwear by production volume.

The 1957 Series takes its name from the year it references in mid-century American work boot design. The boot's aesthetic draws from work boots produced during that period, when American manufacturers dominated the domestic work footwear market. The employee-owned company has operated in Wisconsin for 130 years.

The 1957 Series 6" Moc Toe retails for $299.99 through authorized Thorogood dealers, the company's official website, and major footwear retailers including Zappos and Amazon. The boot is available in three width options to accommodate different foot shapes.

The boot generally fits true to size, though the manufacturer recommends ordering a half size larger if between sizes. Customer reviews indicate a short break-in period with comfort reported immediately after purchase, though some users note the boot feels slightly heavy during the first days of wear.

Multiple configurations are available including non-safety soft toe, steel toe safety, waterproof membranes, and different leather finishes. Width options include standard D width along with narrower and wider alternatives for proper fit across different foot dimensions.