After a year of regular wear, these Red Wing 8111 Iron Ranger boots, owned by reader Chen Yue of China, have come a long way to being properly broken in. Oiled once in the past year, the leather really hasn’t changed much from the original color, despite a little indigo transfer from Chen’s selvedge denim, which we think looks pretty cool.

Known to be robust hard working boots, the Iron Ranger is a reliable choice, and this pair will no doubt see many more miles before needing to be replaced.

Red Wing Heritage 8111 Iron Ranger Boots

• Material: premium, proprietaryAmber Harness leather
• Fabric source: USA
• Made in: USA
• Fit: Size D (regular width) or EE (square width)
• Additional details:
  • Originally built for iron miners
  • 6-inch boot
  • Chrome hardware and speed hooks
  • Goodyear welt construction
  • Triple stitched
  • Double layer leather toe cap
  • Leather heel pocket
  • Nitrile cork outsole
  • Taslan laces
  • No. 8 Last
• Available at: Zappos for $320