About us
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120 Years in the Making
Since 1905 we've built footwear with purpose, to outlast the toughest working conditions. Generation after generation, we've helped protect and support workers around the world by staying focused on what matters — getting the job done right and continuing to find ways to do it better.
From heavy-duty work boots and protective gear to the classic designs of our Heritage collection, everything we make is built to meet the real needs of the people who wear it. Whether made for the jobsite or inspired by it, each piece carries premium materials, a legacy of craft, and a lasting commitment to quality.
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Red Wing factory, ca. 1908, courtesy of the Red Wing Shoe Company Corporate Archives
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The Puritan sewing machine. Used in our factories in 1905. Used in our factories today.
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Our History
Founded in Minnesota in 1905, Red Wing is a family-owned company with a long history of doing things the right way, shaping both our craft and the industry.
If you’re going to do something, do
it right.
No matter what.
THE RED WING WAY
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GENERATIONS OF DEDICATION
A family business
Starting with J.R. Sweasy, Red Wing has been family-owned and operated for four generations. That legacy has helped us stay grounded in our values, steady through change, and committed to treating our employees and the people we serve with the respect they deserve.
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Made in the USA
Our legacy is rooted in a commitment to relying on our local communities to make boots for a global workforce. Each of our U.S. factories uses construction techniques that transform premium materials into supremely durable footwear.
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Our Tannery
Skilled tanners at S.B. Foot Tanning Company have been perfecting their craft in Red Wing, Minnesota, since 1872. Time-honored techniques and generations of expertise produce leather known for its lasting strength and character.
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Cobblers Europe
Quality, sustainable construction, re-soled at one of our licensed cobblers
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