Irish Setter Ashby Work Boots for Men, 8.5 (M)

The Irish Setter Ashby 6″ Work Boot, size 8.5 (M), is a versatile and durable boot known for its all-day comfort on hard surfaces. Its lightweight design and wedge-style sole make it a popular choice for tradespeople like mechanics, construction workers, and landscapers who spend long hours on their feet.

Features
Upper: The boot’s upper is made from Trout Brook leather, a premium full-grain waterproof leather exclusively tanned by Red Wing’s S.B. Foot Tanning Company using U.S.-raised cattle.
Outsole: The wedge-style Rubber-EVA Traction Tred outsole provides a full-contact platform for better weight distribution and is highly rated for resistance to slips, oil, chemicals, abrasion, and heat up to 475°F.
Construction: Goodyear leather welt construction provides superior durability and strength and also allows the boot to be resoled to extend its life.
Comfort: A removable polyurethane footbed cushions every step, and the padded tongue and collar add to the out-of-the-box comfort. The boot is known for having a minimal break-in period.
Safety standards: The Ashby meets ASTM safety standards, including Electrical Hazard (EH) and slip resistance ratings. The safety-toe version meets impact and compression standards.
Considerations
Waterproofing: The boot’s leather is waterproof, but some users have noted that the non-waterproof design can be an issue in very wet conditions.
Outsole wear: The wedge-style Traction Tred outsole, while comfortable on hard surfaces, may wear out faster than a traditional lug-soled boot, especially with heavy use on concrete or asphalt. However, the Goodyear welt construction makes resoling an option.
Collar durability: Some reviews have noted that the padded collar and its material can wear out relatively quickly with heavy use.