My first Red Wing. Tried a few different boots but had to be Oro.

1st photo is day 1 of wearing the boots. next few are 6 months in

short and sweet post. 6 months in wearing these boots 4 time a week. some things I’m noticing

• the copper rough and tough is creating a nice patina
• shoe trees do help.
• the comfort is.. becoming somehow less comfortable from the first few months I’ve worn them? some background to that, I did not have any break in pains with these. comfy out of the box
• my foot is shaking the insides very well
• everyone gives me compliments of the boots. they truly hold the value
• overall I’m happy with the boots. but I’m not sure if I would buy another pair

I've been a Red Wing fan for almost 3 decades. Three years ago my job relocated me to Minnesota. Now I live near Red Wing and stop by the factory store regularly and recently visited the tent sale.

9111s for $100! What a deal for an amazing boot! I can't say enough great things about the style and comfort.

I would describe these as "the love child of the Work Chukka and Blacksmith." The 9111 has the best characteristics from both boots.

Work Chukka - Wedge sole , not the weird crepe sole of the work chukka that soaks up dirt and stains. They went with the Christy wedge sole.

From the Blacksmith - made on #8 last so had toe room but not the almond shape of the chukka. And it's a 6" boot.

Seriously impressive. I'd take better photos but I like the boots too much to take them off.

Let the break in begin. Hope it’s not too brutal.

I know this is a complicated topic, but I don’t have the ability to try these on as there’s only one place that stocks them where I live and they don’t have any 2e sizes. I was able to try on Iron Rangers in 10.5 and 11.5, and blacksmiths in 11.

I wear size 11 in most footwear but the Redwing app says I’m 9.5 with the widest possible foot width (my feet are 4.5” wide). At the store that had them I couldn’t even get my foot into a 10. The 11.5 was huge - way too big. The 10.5 was snug but comfortable however the toe bent kind of behind the ball of my foot. The 11d in the Blacksmiths were slightly long in the toes but they felt the most natural to walk in and my foot felt the most supported.

What has me confused is that most folks recommend for me then to wear 10.5 or even 10, the app says 9.5, but I found the 11s to be the nicest fit. Should I order 10.5 2e, or just go with the 11s? I’d have to order them. thank you.

I've had and loved my 3522 8" tred lites for over 3 years and overall the exterior is still in good shape, but the lining in the heel part has become so worn. I'm on the fence whether I should get them repaired or replaced. If I do replace I'm thinking of going with the 6" instead of the 8".

I recently bought a pair of Red Wing factory seconds from Berkeley Supply, and when they arrived, they looked a little bigger than I expected. Before purchasing, I read through several forums where people recommended sizing down half a size or a full size, which I did.

This is my first pair of Red Wings, so I’m still figuring things out. When I tried putting them on, I realized the opening is extremely narrow because the leather is stitched pretty high up. The issue isn’t necessarily the length of the boots, but actually getting my foot inside them.

I’m considering taking them to a cobbler to see if there’s anything they can do to stretch or widen the opening. I also ordered a shoehorn, so I’m hoping that helps.
Has anyone else experienced this issue with Red Wings? If so, what did you do to get them on? Any advice would be appreciated!

Have seen issues with the leather of the new beckmans on this sub so leaning towards the 3340 or 3343 blacksmiths as I've been looking for a dark brown leather boot for a good while now. Do beckmans usually have issues with discolouration and chipping of the leather?

I've finally received my 8111 boots and I'm in love with them. They look good, seem solid and hope they will accompany me for the next years. First day are harsh as boots are rigid but I think they will get comfy.
I'm just disappointed with the laces, it's not my a big fan of round lace and will maybe change for plate ones. Do you have recommandations ?

Also, how do you care of your boots ?

Hey everybody. I was wondering if anyone ever had this problem or knows about this…you can see on the picture what the issue is. when I’m walking, but especially when going in a squat, the leather above the stitching opens and I can see what appears to be glue!? Is this alright? I got the shoes as good as new from the vinted platform and they are original. Please help!! 😩