About
The C350 Cutter is a 6-inch lace-to-toe work boot manufactured by White's Boots using stitchdown construction. Introduced as a modern variant of the company's heritage 350 Cutter model, the C350 offers faster production times and more accessible pricing while maintaining the traditional Pacific Northwest bootmaking characteristics.
About
The C350 Cutter is a 6-inch lace-to-toe work boot manufactured by White's Boots using stitchdown construction. Introduced as a modern variant of the company's heritage 350 Cutter model, the C350 offers faster production times and more accessible pricing while maintaining the traditional Pacific Northwest bootmaking characteristics.
Built on White's 55 Arch-Easeâ„¢ last with medium arch support, the C350 Cutter features a 6-inch full grain water-resistant leather upper and Vibram Mini-Lug sole. The boot represents White's approach to balancing traditional craftsmanship with contemporary manufacturing efficiency, priced at $640.00 with a 12-14 week production timeline.
Construction and Design
The C350 Cutter utilizes stitchdown construction, a departure from White's traditional hand-sewn methods used in the original 350 Cutter model. This construction method offers a secure fit and enhanced durability while significantly reducing production time compared to the company's fully hand-sewn boots.
The boot is built on White's 55 Arch-Easeâ„¢ last, designed to provide medium arch support with an elegantly rounded toe box and accommodating forefoot. The last accommodates feet ranging from D to EE width with a moderate profile that suits various foot shapes.
Materials and Features
The upper construction features 6-inch full grain water-resistant leather, available in multiple colorways including British Tan Double Shot, Black Double Shot, Brown Double Shot, Burgundy Double Shot, Natural Double Shot, Distress Roughout, and Brown Roughout leather options.
The sole system consists of a Vibram Mini-Lug outsole paired with a traditional logger heel, attached using double-row rapid stitching methods. The construction incorporates leather midsoles and shanks for structural integrity, maintaining the rebuildable and resoleable characteristics traditional to White's bootmaking.
Specifications
Construction Method: Stitchdown construction Last: 55 Arch-Easeâ„¢ with medium arch support Height: 6 inches Upper Material: Full grain water-resistant leather Sole: Vibram Mini-Lug with logger heel Widths Available: D and EE Sizes: 7-13 Manufacturing: Made in USA using American-sourced materials
Sizing Recommendations
White's boots typically run large, with sizing recommendations of approximately half size down from typical shoe size or Brannock measurement. For comparison, customers generally select half size down from Red Wing or Alden sizing, or 1.5 sizes down from Nike or New Balance athletic shoe sizing.
History and Development
The 350 Cutter design originated in the 1930s when Otto White developed the 6-inch boot pattern as a response to timber cruisers requesting a lighter, less cumbersome alternative to traditional work boots. The lace-to-toe design drew inspiration from original logger boots that Otto White introduced in the 1920s, becoming popular with workmen due to greater accuracy in adjusting fit based on working conditions.
Since the early 1900s, the 350 Lace-to-Toe design has been utilized by tradesmen across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The pattern became a staple for outdoorsmen and sportsmen throughout the region, establishing itself as a cornerstone of White's product lineup.
The C350 variant represents the first time in White's history that the 350 Cutter model has been made available using stitchdown construction rather than the traditional hand-sewn stitchdown methods. This adaptation allows for more accessible pricing while maintaining the boot's essential characteristics and rebuildable construction.
Availability and Pricing
The C350 Cutter is priced at $640.00 and produced on a made-to-order basis with a 12-14 week production lead time. This represents a more accessible price point compared to the original hand-sewn 350 Cutter model, which is priced at $750.00 with a 14-16 week production timeline.
The boot is available in multiple leather options, with color choices spanning both smooth and roughout leather finishes. The Double Shot leather series includes British Tan, Black, Brown, Burgundy, and Natural colorways, while roughout options include Distress Roughout and Brown Roughout finishes.
All C350 Cutter boots maintain the company's traditional rebuildable and resoleable construction, allowing for long-term ownership and refurbishment when needed.
References
"C350 Cutter". White's Boots. Retrieved 2025-09-01.
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"White's Boots". Wikipedia. Retrieved 2025-09-01.
"Our Legacy". White's Boots. Retrieved 2025-09-01.
"Stock 350 Cutter by White's Boots". Baker Shoe. Retrieved 2025-09-01.
