01Gold Standard
American Heritage 6" Moc Toe
$230$230
made-USAGoodyear-weltMAXWear-solevalue
Best value American-made Goodyear welt boot. MAXWear wedge sole outperforms competitors. Storm welt for water resistance. Many prefer over Red Wing.
Quality Score12/12
Purity
Evidence
Transparency
Value
Strong Evidence
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Ingredients & Purity
Full-grain oil-tanned tobacco leather. 360-degree Goodyear storm welt. MAXWear wedge outsole. Steel shank.
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Scientific Evidence
Users report 12-24 months daily use before resoling. MAXWear sole lasts longer than Vibram per reports.
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Brand Transparency
Made in USA (Wisconsin, with Dominican Republic components). Since 1892.
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Value Assessment
$200-250. Best value in Goodyear welt category. Minimal break-in needed.
Why Not Alternatives?
Red Wing more heritage but similar quality. Thorogood heavier duty construction, longer-lasting sole. Best value in premium work boots.