Blacksmith Factory Seconds Boot

This is my first pair of redwings. Run true to size. Got a size 9. Looks great in raw denim. Took me a few weeks to really wear them in. Wore them for 2 weeks straight to work, errands, fixing stuff, etc. You start to notice the high quality when you break them in and I can tell these are going to last me many many many many years. I got the charcoal colorway.

I'm a Brannock 12.5B, sneaker size 12.5, and the 11.5 Blacksmiths fit me very well. They looked great and were surprisingly comfortable, but I returned them due to a defect that should have been caught in quality control. As soon as I started walking around, there was an audible "click" with each step on the left boot. After some examination, I found that there was a gap between the sole and mid-sole. If I pushed the sole with my thumb in that spot, I could replicate the clicking sound. It was loud enough to be noticeable, and would be terribly annoying to hear on every other step. I know this could be fixed, but I wasn't interested in having a brand-new boot repaired so I sent it back. I'm sure issues like this are fairly rare, but it made a bad first impression for Red Wing and I'll be shopping for other boots to replace these.

I got the CRT version which has great pull up and goes with just about everything. I had to exchange the boots a couple times to get the right pair. I hadn't heeded advice and only ordered one size down (more on that in a sec) and the second pair had some crummy inconsistencies in the leather (nothing structural, just aesthetic). the third ones have some quirks but they look amazing and I think when they're worn in more theyll even out. Size: I wear a 10 in most Nikes (court forces, classic) and NBs, and a 9 in most dress shoes and chukkas (cole haan lunargrands, varvatos). I initially ordered a 9 and found it to be way too long. I went to an actual red wing store and tried on an 8.5 and found it to be just about right. Just a tad bit of space at the heel (few mm) and tight around the middle (to be stretched out). Toes maybe half an inch or so from the box. I read up and saw that people were having issues breaking this style of boots in. Mine softened up a bit after a few days and have gotten pretty eased in after about a week of moderate wear.

I just received my Blacksmith’s today . The fit was right on the money. The boots look great . I have IronRangers and added Blacksmiths to my collection.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Long lasting leather quality, comfortable and stylo

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Honestly love these. Molded to my step after a few days. Great for work.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These boots are very well constructed using the finest leather. Definitely a bit of a break in period but once you get past that the mold to your feet. These boots connect you with the past and are like wearing a piece of history.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love these boots. I originally bought them a half size too small, but because of the ample room in the forefoot, they still fit surprisingly well. Ultimately, though, I decided to sell them and get the correct size. I absolutely love the shape of the Blacksmith. I can totally understand someone deciding to own this boot in every color—the silhouette is simply what a boot should look like. The leather options are all excellent, too. I’m especially partial to the red-brown leathers. They still have that rugged character, but the reddish tones dress them up just enough and give them a little more versatility. They look even better after a good brushing or the occasional conditioning. Just a fantastic-looking, rugged boot that’s easy to wear casually. Wonderful boots all around.

The color is magnificent and the quality is exquisite

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] One of the best pairs of shoes I’ve ever owned. Break in was a little rough. Just treated them like my house shoes for a few weeks before taking them public. More wide feet options would be cool.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Super comfortable and easy to break in leather. Love the look

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The 3340s are exactly what I wanted in a heritage boot. The Briar Oil Slick leather has a great depth and character right out of the box and they’re looking better after every wear. They feel substantial without being bulky, and the construction gives me confidence these are boots I’ll be wearing for years. Comfortable, well-built, and genuinely better-looking the more you wear them.