The boots make the perfect companion for dirty work and demanding chores that require superior foot support and protection.Triple stitches keep the boot in perfect shape even after years of use. The boot uses the highest of standards for its upper construction.This gives the boots appealing character and personality that’s unrivaled by any other boot design. The boots boast true-blue vintage Red Wing aesthetics.They also resist mud and dirt, so outdoor work won’t leave you with muddied soles that make your boots feel heavy. The texture on the soles gives the boots great bite for a number of different environments. I’ve used the boots for everyday work like outdoor repairs, but some find them to provide satisfying traction even for landscaping work. When you first take your 1907s out of the box, the white outsoles can be really reliable on a variety of surfaces. But if you don’t find them quite as comfortable, you can easily replace the insoles with your own footbed liners. All in all, it’s good enough for most users. Instead, it has a reasonably soft insole that compresses against your weight and returns to its original shape during toe off. That is, it’s nothing like a heavy duty work boot with plush collar padding and cushion inserts. You can expect the cushion insole with a boot of this design. By the end of the first month of my using the 1907 boots, I would usually forget that I was even wearing them at all as they tend to feel more like a second skin. With more wear, the boots shape around the user’s foot. Right off the bat, the 1907 boots offer greater comfort allowing more movement above the ankle and throughout the mid and forefoot. In fact, the boots seem to use much softer leather that’s more pliable than typical Red Wing boots’. With the 1907 though, that ceases to be true. Out of the box, most of their boots are unforgiving and stubborn, refusing to bend along with ankle movements and feeling more like a plank under the foot. The problem with a lot of Red Wing boots is that they can get pretty stiff. But even then, sturdier soles could have improved overall design. They wear out easily, rub out their texture, and even thin out and lose density over just a few years time.įortunately, Red Wing does offer restoration services to bring your 1907 boots back to their original state. In a word, I would describe the white rubber traction treads as subpar, being the weakest aspect of the boot all together. I do want to point out though that while the uppers are in a different league all together when it comes to durability, the soles aren’t quite as satisfying. This – in combination with the expertly executed triple stitch construction – gives the 1907 boots great resistance to wear, tear, and even aggressive scuffing. Red Wing is known for their fine leather material that’s treated and tanned to age with superior quality. Mainly, this is thanks to the premium full-grain leather used for the uppers. Just give it a few months, and you’ll find them looking even more like the Red Wing classics from the 1950s. Becoming more and more comfortable the more you use it, the 1907 also starts to look better with age. Even with everyday wear and tear, the boot just seems to get better. Generally speaking, the Red Wing 1907 boasts impressive durability.
Impressive Durability But Lacking in Some Aspects So for walking around the town or even working your usual 9 to 5, the 1907 will definitely give you the comfort and even the style you want out of reliable footwear. I can definitely see someone getting sufficient protection and support out of the boots for auto repair work, DIY home repairs, and maybe even wood working.Īside from that, the Red Wing 1907 can be suitable for casual everyday use. Despite that, the 1907 can be a good choice if you work a few dirty jobs around your home or neighborhood.
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