Red Wing Shoes Amsterdam - Online Soon

Red Wing Shoes Amsterdam is excited to announce it will soon open its online Red Wing Shoes Store. This September, to be more precise. The store is going to stock a unique, broad range of Red Wing Heritage shoes, as well as a truly one of a kind range of accessories. Some of the brands on offer include Double RL, American Optical, Duluth Pack, Heritage Leather Company, Royal Republiq, Tanner Goods, The Hill-Side and Nigel Cabourn.

The Red Wing Shoes Amsterdam crew would like to make special mention of the daily updates on the new Red Wing website that they will provide. Aside from the evident focus on all things Red Wing, the site will also shine a light on any things that boots and workwear aficionado's alike would love to gather.

More soon at Red Wing Shoes Amsterdam.

Red Wing Shoes Leather for Burton

Red Wing Shoes provided top-notch snowboard brand Burton with some characteristic Red Wing leather. The gents at Burton created a shoe with it that really compliments the work boot heritage. It feels great to be able to board on shoes that strongly reminds us of our favorite boot brand. Thanks Mitch for sharing. Via HS, originally posted by Fred at RW1905.

Vintage Red Wing Boots

Although nothing beats a new start, a blank piece of paper - boots are like denim: the more they are worn out, the better. We often put our vintage Red Wing boots on display and all day, every day, we get ridiculous offers from collectors who wish to buy them from us. We kindly tell them that selling the shoes would feel like turning away from a close friend. Luckily for them the internet is like a 'boot refugee camp' full of pairs that are desperate to find a new home. Like, for instance, the vintage Red Wing Irish Setters above. Show them some love people.

Black Chrome Oxford

The Work Oxford is the little brother of the famous 6" and 8" Mocs. It was intended for factory managers who moved from the office to the factory floor. The low silhouette provides a feeling of instant freedom around the ankles when sitting behind a desk. The construction is a bit different from the higher Mocs. The toe area is made from a single piece of leather instead of two and it features a welt construction looking similar to a Norwegian welt.

The Black Chrome is a sturdy black full grain leather with a shiny look. The patina will change over time and will become more matte. It comes with black laces but as you can see the gold/tan laces are adding flavor to the boots. Available for €259.95 at Red Wing Shoes Amsterdam. (picture via redwing1905)

Moc Toe Classics

Our friend Wytse from Red Wing Shoes came to our store for a quick interview and to take some pictures. He also took the opportunity to shoot some of our vintage pairs. The 877 and the 875 displayed above and below are amazing. They are some of the ultimate classics in our store. 

Follow Red Wing Shoes via their new blog on redwingheritage.eu. It will be updated frequently. The Q&A will be released soon. Have a good weekend!

Red Wing factory visit

Last week we came across a video that provides a look behind the scenes of the Red Wing Shoe factory. While many things change, the video shows that Red Wing's are made in a 200 step process that all starts with the search for the perfect piece of leather and ends with a thorough search for defects. Have a look at the video here. Enjoy the show.

Extra Rugged Boot Laces

Laces are decoration for some, and necessity for others. Fact is that a combination might be the best option. This Extra Rugged Boot Lace or "replace-a-lace" by Sierra Lace will give you something to talk about with your friends. They are guaranteed to outlast your boots. They will not outlast mine but at least I can ask a replacement if they do not.

The package contains 144 inches of lace and four permanent lifetime tips. You cut the lace to the right length, heat-shrink the tips and you're all set. The best solution however might be to tie a small knot and burn the end. Hook me up with info if you know the company that could supply our shop. In the meanwhile you will have to get them via McGuckin Hardware. (via Menno - Tenue de Nîmes)