RED WING WEDDING
THE BOOTS ARE TOO GOOD
ELECTRICAL HAZARD
FORKLIFT DEFENSE
NEW BOOTS
FOREVER INDEBTED
TAKING PRIDE
NO NEED TO LOOK AROUND
OUTSTANDING PRODUCTS
BEST BOOTS
WORTH EVERY PENNY
QUALITY BOOT
FINE WORKMANSHIP
EMERGENCY LACES

RED WING WEDDING My husband Shawn has been wearing Red Wing boots as a forester and logger since Spring 1995. When we got married on October 18, 2003, he insisted on wearing his Red Wings. Of course, he bought a new pair for the occasion! His groomsmen decided to wear theirs as well. They caused quite a buzz with our guests! Name: Elizabeth Tewksbury Location: Cornish, ME

THE BOOTS ARE TOO GOOD

I would like to make a complaint about your boots.

Having bought a pair over 6 years ago I found them to be the most comfortable boots I have ever worn.
After wearing them almost daily for the first couple of years I decided I would like to have a second pair for work. I mentioned this to my wife but she thought that because they were a little bit expensive that I should continue to wear my existing pair until they started to wear out and then I could use them for work and buy a new pair for good.

Well this is where my complaint lies. After 6 years of misuse and abuse of my boots they still don’t look even close to being worn out so I am still no closer to getting another pair.

Prior to owning a pair of Redwings I was lucky if a pair of boots would last me a year, which just goes to prove that quality is well worth paying for.

Thanks for making a great pair of quality boots (which will hopefully wear out one day so I will be allowed to buy another pair).

Name: Tim Hicks
Location: Melbourne, Australia

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

I just wanted to thank you for making such an outstanding boot.

I have a pair of red wing boots with the electrical hazard soles on them. I was changing a current transducer on a chiller, and when I removed a 480 volt 3 phase line it jumped to the second phase and caused an explosion. It welded the allen wrench to the wire and melted the aluminum lugs that the 2/0 wire was fastened to before the breaker had time to trip. Thanks to I believe the boots I was wearing I never got electricuted and had no injuries to myself from the electricity.

I am a firm believer in red wings due to the fact that I can wear them for 10 hours straight walking on concrete, and my feet never get tired, as well as the durability of the boot. I am now a firm believer in the electrical hazard soles and thanks to them they saved my life. The other guys working with me told me afterward that they were going to go buy red wings also.

Thank you again for such a good boot.

Name: Chris F.
Location: Mansfield, LA

FORKLIFT DEFENSE

I am writing to you to let you know that my husband was in an accident at work two weeks ago and is recovering from the terrible accident. A co-worker was driving a forklift, did not see my husband and ran over his toes first, then knocked him down and ran over the back of his heel and ankle. The doctor told him it was a miracle that it didn't shatter his foot or ankle. We told him that if it wasn't for his Red Wing Steel-toe work boot, his foot would not be the same anymore. I just wanted to thank you for the toughest workboot in the world. And you'd better believe we will keep buying the same workboot!

Name: Lupe & Frank
Location: San Antonio, TX

NEW BOOTS

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     I attend Maine Maritime Academy and have been doing a lot of work in the engine room. I bought a pair o steel toe high tops in the campus bookstore. For months, they had been giving me blisters, and every time I put them on I groaned. Then, about a month ago, I was at the Good Will when I found a pair of steel toe boots for five dollars. I thought I had scored... a week later, I had blisters on my feet in a new spot. So I asked my dad for Red Wing steel toe work boots for my birthday.
     I was very excited about getting my new boots. A friend recommended the Winterport Boot Shop to me and I caught a ride to Brewer to pick out my new boots. Your shop made my boot buying experience so much fun! I got to use the nifty foot sizer and they gave me brand new Red Wing socks (which are a lot more cushier than most socks.) Also, they have the coolest register in the state of Maine. The man who waited on me knew exactly what all my questions were before I asked them. My boots fit me like a glove and I feel so cool wearing them! You shop get a two-thumbs-up for customer service. It's nice to know that old fashioned service exists today.
     Thanks a bunch. If I ever need a new pair, I'll be back. Hopefully, that won't happen though!

Name: Megan
Location: Castine, ME

FOREVER INDEBTED

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     Hello! I have a great story for you. My husband is a commercial plumber, due to the nature of his job and being on his feet all day we buy Red Wing steel toe boots for him because they are the best on the market. A few weeks ago my husband got home from work and decided to mow the lawn, he usually mows the lawn in his sneakers but today he kept his work clothes on and was wearing his Red Wing boots. Well, he put the mower into neutral (with the blade still spinning) and he proceeded to wipe the grass off of the top of the mower when the vibration of the motor kicked the mower into gear and the mower ran over his foot! He did not suffer a scratch! It is because he was wearing his Red Wing steel toe boots that he still has a foot! I mean this from the bottom of my heart, we are forever indebted to Red Wing for making such a high quality product that could withstand the blade of a mower with a 5 foot deck! Whenever I tell this story I always tell people he was wearing Red Wing boots and that is what saved his foot. Needless to say we had to go out the next day and buy another pair but we don't mind spending the money for such a well made, quality product.

Name: Sean & Kim
State: Connecticut
Occupation: Plumber

TAKING PRIDE

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     Tuesday I fell off a wall ladder, I fell over 10 feet, before my foot smashed into a lower rail. The fall broke my foot, but if it had not been for my Red Wings, it would have broken most of the bones in my foot. I just wanted to thank y'all for taking pride in what y'all do. A Red Wing customer for life.

Name: Clint
State: Texas
Occupation: Commercial A/C

NO NEED TO LOOK AROUND

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     I bought my first pair of steel toe Red Wings 6 1/2 years ago. I quit shopping for boots four years ago. I just call up my Red Wing Shoe Store and ask if my size is in stock. They look it up on their card and usually they are in stock. I just drop in the next day and pick them up. I can never remember the size or style so I like them keeping track. They are friendly and helpful and keep me coming back. Your steel toe boots are very comfortable and with my foot 9EEE there just isn't any need to look around. Thanks.

Name: Doug
State: Iowa
Occupation: Warehouse Manager

OUTSTANDING PRODUCTS

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     I am writing to let you know that your products are outstanding. I am a 41 year old, Union Wood Pattern Maker and stand and work on my feet 8-10 hours a day 6 days a week. Your work boots make life much easier and more comfortable. Thank you! My wife bought my first pair in 1994. I just replaced them on March 13th 1999, with the same style. Your store manager in Warwick, Rhode Island, was truly helpful and professional plain outstanding. I will always return to your store and will tell everyone about Red Wing Shoes.

Name: John
State: Rhode Island
Occupation: Wood Pattern Maker

BEST BOOTS

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     I am writing this letter to let you know how much I enjoy wearing Red Wing Boots. They are the best boots I have ever owned. Working for the Mass Transit System in Pittsburgh means I am on my feet all day. Wearing Red Wing Shoes means my feet do not hurt at the end of the day. I have tried other brands of boots but nothing compares to Red Wings style and most important comfort. I would also like to tell you that the manager of the Red Wing Shoe Store in Pleasant Hills, PA is the nicest and most knowledgeable salesman I have ever met. He really knows the product he is selling and he also knows how to take care of his customers, whether you are a first time buyer or a return customer. I just wanted to let you know how I feel about your product and to tell you to keep up the good work!

Name: Paul
State: Pennsylvania
Occupation: Mass Transit

WORTH EVERY PENNY

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     My wife and I are both construction professionals. I manage a construction department for the New York Botanical Garden and she is a site Structural Engineer for a very large airport terminal. I have been wearing boots (including time spent in the Marine Corps) for the last 19 years. Let me say the Red Wing Boots I purchased are the most comfortable I have ever worn. They are great. If you ever are in need of testimonials or models for your products call us. Thanks for the great product; they are worth every penny.

Name: Charles
State: New York
Occupation: Construction

QUALITY BOOT

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     I wanted to personally thank you and your company for the quality boot you manufacture.
     July 1998 I had an outrigger put down on my right foot. The truck is an Altec boom-tip digger derric and its weight is approximately 38,000 pounds. Although the steel toed Red Wing boot is ruined, I only suffered three fractured toes. I am sure my injuries would have been much worse, if I would not have been wearing the Red Wing steel-toed lace-up boot.

Name: Larry
State: Texas
Occupation: Texas Utilities

FINE WORKMANSHIP

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     I am taking the time to write your company to share with you, the corporation and its' workers my thanks for your wonderful boot that I believe was instrumental in lessening my injuries in a motorcycle accident.
     November 1997 I was finally persuaded after several years to purchase one of your products, I chose style 699 a black boot that I felt would serve most of my daily needs. I have worn boots exclusively since leaving the service in 1970. Your product did meet all the praise that my friends heaped upon it and, I certainly did keep them on my feet at all times just like my friends said I would. April 1998 I was hit while riding my motorcycle, the car came out of a blind alley and smashed into my right ankle, (note, the car hit me, not my bike). The injuries sustained were two transverse ankle fractures plus multiple traumas to the surrounding area. What amazed me was my boot did not show any damage, not even scuff marks. The stitching held together and I do believe because of the fine workmanship of the "699" my injuries were not as critical and which made for a more speedy recovery. Since the accident, I have resumed work, riding my motorcycle and wearing my Red Wing Boots. I still have some loss of motion in my lower leg, which will remain permanent, but your boots have helped me stand, walk and feel as comfortable as I can. I will be purchasing an additional pair of 699's from my dealer in Seekonk, MA. Thank You, and your work staff for a fine product that I feel saved my foot and allowed me to return to my first love, motorcycling.

Name: Dan
State: Massachusetts
Occupation: Motorcycle Enthusiast

EMERGENCY LACES

Dear Red Wing Shoe,
     Debbie, a Red Wing Shoe Store manager, writes in with a testimonial from a customer: In the beginning of December Dave, a local fire chief, bought a pair of 8621's. Little did he know at the time what an important role these shoes would play. A month later he came into my store and he was wearing his 8621's but they were missing shoelaces. I was in disbelief that anyone could go through a pair of Red Wing laces in just a month. He told me that the night before he got an emergency call. A woman was delivering a baby in a parking lot of a closed restaurant. Unfortunately, he didn't have his OB Kit, so he used his Red Wing shoelaces to tie off the umbilical cord. I've always thought laces were an important part of our shoes, but who would have thought they would serve such an important purpose. Thanks to Dave and his Red Wing Shoelaces all are doing fine.

Name: Debbie
State: Colorado
Occupation: Store Manager