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Best Thorogood work boots and which one fits your job
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American Heritage 6 in. moc toe, soft toe, EH
EH resistance to ASTM F2892-18 and MAXWear wedge slip resistance to ASTM F3445-21, per the listing.
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Jobsite Series 6 in. I-Met composite toe, waterproof
Internal metatarsal guard for top-of-foot protection.
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American Heritage 11 in. waterproof steel toe wellington
Steel toe and EH both meet ASTM F2413-18, per the listing.
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Thorogood makes far more than the moc toe it is known for, and the lines are built for different jobs. American Heritage covers the moc toes and wellingtons, most made in Thorogood's US plants. The 1957 Series adds waterproofing to the heritage look. The Logger Series is the tall, heeled timber boot. The Roofer has a soft wedge for shingles, and the Jobsite and GEN-Flex2 lines bring metatarsal guards, side zips and lower prices. Choosing well means matching the outsole (wedge for flat surfaces, heel for ladders and slopes), the toe (soft, steel, composite or nano composite), and whether you need waterproofing or an EH rating. This guide compares eight Thorogood models on those points, using only what each Amazon listing states.
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- American Heritage 6 in. moc toe, soft toe, EH
- Style
- Moc toe, wedge
- Height
- 6 in.
- Safety toe
- Soft toe
- Waterproof
- Not stated
Logger Series 9 in. waterproof steel toe, Vibram sole- Style
- Logger, heel
- Height
- 9 in.
- Safety toe
- Steel
- Waterproof
- Yes
1957 Series 6 in. waterproof steel toe moc with heel- Style
- Moc toe, heel
- Height
- 6 in.
- Safety toe
- Steel, ASTM F2413-18
- Waterproof
- Yes, gusseted tongue
Roofer Lace-to-Toe, Vibram Christy wedge, made in USA- Style
- Lace-to-toe roofer, wedge
- Height
- Not stated
- Safety toe
- Soft toe
- Waterproof
- Not stated
- American Heritage 11 in. waterproof steel toe wellington
- Style
- Wellington pull-on, heel
- Height
- 11 in.
- Safety toe
- Steel, ASTM F2413-18
- Waterproof
- Yes, membrane
- Jobsite Series 6 in. I-Met composite toe, waterproof
- Style
- Lace-up, internal met guard
- Height
- 6 in.
- Safety toe
- Composite
- Waterproof
- Yes
GEN-Flex2 8 in. side-zip wellington, composite toe, EH- Style
- Side-zip wellington
- Height
- 8 in.
- Safety toe
- Composite
- Waterproof
- Not stated
Hammerhead Series 8 in. waterproof nano safety toe- Style
- Lace-up
- Height
- 8 in.
- Safety toe
- Nano safety toe
- Waterproof
- Yes
| Pick | Style | Height | Safety toe | Waterproof | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Heritage 6 in. moc toe, soft toe, EH | Moc toe, wedge | 6 in. | Soft toe | Not stated | - | Amazon |
| Logger Series 9 in. waterproof steel toe, Vibram sole | Logger, heel | 9 in. | Steel | Yes | - | Amazon |
| 1957 Series 6 in. waterproof steel toe moc with heel | Moc toe, heel | 6 in. | Steel, ASTM F2413-18 | Yes, gusseted tongue | - | Amazon |
| Roofer Lace-to-Toe, Vibram Christy wedge, made in USA | Lace-to-toe roofer, wedge | Not stated | Soft toe | Not stated | - | Amazon |
| American Heritage 11 in. waterproof steel toe wellington | Wellington pull-on, heel | 11 in. | Steel, ASTM F2413-18 | Yes, membrane | - | Amazon |
| Jobsite Series 6 in. I-Met composite toe, waterproof | Lace-up, internal met guard | 6 in. | Composite | Yes | - | Amazon |
| GEN-Flex2 8 in. side-zip wellington, composite toe, EH | Side-zip wellington | 8 in. | Composite | Not stated | - | Amazon |
| Hammerhead Series 8 in. waterproof nano safety toe | Lace-up | 8 in. | Nano safety toe | Yes | - | Amazon |
Facts are taken from each Amazon listing. Prices are checked daily and shown with their date.
The picks in detail
Pick 1 · Thorogood
American Heritage 6 in. moc toe, soft toe, EH
See price on AmazonThe classic US made moc toe with a MAXWear wedge outsole, dual-density shock absorption footbed, Goodyear storm welt and an ASTM F2892-18 EH rating.
What the listing offers
- EH resistance to ASTM F2892-18 and MAXWear wedge slip resistance to ASTM F3445-21, per the listing.
- Goodyear storm welt construction for durability and rebuilding.
- Removable dual-density polyurethane footbed concentrated under heel and ball.
Limits to know
- Soft toe only, so it does not meet safety toe rules.
- Waterproofing is not stated for this version.
Pick 2 · Thorogood
Logger Series 9 in. waterproof steel toe, Vibram sole
See price on AmazonA 9 in. waterproof steel toe logger with a steel shank, Vibram midsole and outsole and Goodyear storm welt construction. Built for forestry, utility and ironwork.
What the listing offers
- Goodyear storm welt is described as fully serviceable, so the boot can be rebuilt.
- Steel toe plus a steel shank for support on uneven ground and ladders.
- Waterproof with Aztec lining and a shock absorbing footbed.
Limits to know
- At about $390 it is one of the most expensive loggers here.
- The listing does not give the ASTM standard numbers for the toe or EH rating.
Pick 3 · Thorogood
1957 Series 6 in. waterproof steel toe moc with heel
See price on AmazonA waterproof steel toe moc toe with a heeled MAXWear 90 outsole and gusseted tongue, made in the USA. The pick for wet sites that need a safety toe.
What the listing offers
- Steel toe meets ASTM F2413-18, and the title lists an EH rating.
- Waterproof with a gusseted tongue and moisture wicking lining.
- MAXWear 90 heel outsole grips loose gravel and wet, oily surfaces, per the listing.
Limits to know
- Costs about $20 more than the non-waterproof American Heritage 6 in.
- The listing does not describe the footbed in detail.
Pick 4 · Thorogood
Roofer Lace-to-Toe, Vibram Christy wedge, made in USA
See price on AmazonThorogood's dedicated roofer boot: lace-to-toe design, oil-tanned leather and a Vibram Christy blown rubber wedge outsole. Made in the USA. The most roof-specific design in this group.
What the listing offers
- The Vibram Christy blown rubber wedge is a soft, flat sole of the kind roofers look for on shingles.
- Lace-to-toe design, stated in the title, lets you snug the fit down to the toes for steep pitch.
- Removable polyurethane footbed sits on a Poron 4000 comfort cushion, per the listing.
Limits to know
- The listing does not state a non-marking sole, waterproofing or an EH rating.
- Non-safety toe only, so it will not meet a site that requires a safety toe.
Pick 5 · Thorogood
American Heritage 11 in. waterproof steel toe wellington
See price on AmazonAn 11 in. waterproof pull-on wellington with a steel toe, EH rating and a heeled MAXWear 90 outsole, made in the USA. For ranch, welding and wet jobsite work.
What the listing offers
- Steel toe and EH both meet ASTM F2413-18, per the listing.
- Waterproof membrane with moisture wicking lining.
- Heeled MAXWear 90 outsole is slip resistant to ASTM F3445.
Limits to know
- Pull-on fit cannot be adjusted with laces, so sizing matters more.
- At about $295 it is one of the pricier Thorogoods here.
Pick 6 · Thorogood
Jobsite Series 6 in. I-Met composite toe, waterproof
See price on AmazonThorogood's lowest priced pick here: a waterproof 6 in. composite toe boot with an internal metatarsal guard, for heavy duty industrial work.
What the listing offers
- Internal metatarsal guard for top-of-foot protection.
- Composite safety toe keeps the boot lighter than steel.
- Waterproof, with cushioned insoles, at about $155.
Limits to know
- The listing does not state an Mt or EH rating, so confirm both for your site.
- Outsole and construction details are not given.
Pick 7 · Thorogood
GEN-Flex2 8 in. side-zip wellington, composite toe, EH
See price on AmazonA lighter 8 in. pull-on with a YKK side zip, composite toe, composite shank and EH rating to ASTM F2413-18. A budget Thorogood for quick on and off.
What the listing offers
- Heavy-duty YKK side zip for easy on and off with a secure fit.
- Non-metallic build meets ASTM F2413-18 EH, per the listing.
- Lug outsole meets ASTM F2913-11 slip test standards.
Limits to know
- Waterproofing is not stated in this listing.
- Single-density footbed is simpler than the American Heritage footbed.
Pick 8 · Thorogood
Hammerhead Series 8 in. waterproof nano safety toe
See price on AmazonAn 8 in. waterproof boot in USA full-grain leather with a nano safety toe, MAXWear 90 outsole and a Kevlar reinforced toe guard against scuffing.
What the listing offers
- Kevlar reinforced toe guard protects the toe from scuffs.
- Nano safety toe with a waterproof full-grain leather upper.
- MAXWear 90 outsole, the same outsole named on the 1957 Series listing.
Limits to know
- EH rating and ASTM numbers are not stated in the listing.
- Bullets are short, with no footbed or construction details.
Read before you buy
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