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Jun 25, 2021 / Safety Toe Footwear, Slip Resistant Footwear

Best Wedge Sole Work Boots

When looking for a new wedge sole work boot, you want to find a brand that features comfort, style, functionality, and safety. The overarching theme that encapsulates all four of these elements is craftsmanship and Boot World carries only those brands that prioritize excellent craftsmanship.

Superior craftsmanship lends itself to those intangible aspects of a boot that everyone knows they need but doesn't necessarily prioritize. Things like how long a boot lasts, the sole's grip, the warmth and durability of the upper are all related to and affected by the boot's craftsmanship.

When identifying which boot best suits your needs, specific aesthetics like style, functionality, comfort, and safety will come into play. Particular boots will naturally feel better on your feet than others as each brand that Boot World carries features something that makes it unique.

Certain brands like Timberlands and Dr. Martens are known for being a little sleeker with bolder, aesthetically pleasing styles. In contrast, brands like DeWalt and Avenger are a strictly business boot. This is not to say that brands focused on style forget about safety or that those brands who focus on durability don't also feature an intriguing stylistic element.

Every boot that Boot World carries possesses superior craftsmanship resulting in all our boots boasting some combination of style, safety, comfort, and functionality. This means you don't need to worry about whether the boot will last or if it will stand up to the trials of your job; it will. All you have to worry about is how to clean wedge sole work boots to keep them in tip-top shape! With Boot World's dedication to superior quality and exceptional craftsmanship, all you need to concern yourself with is which boot best suits your needs based on your own personal preferences!

Here is a quick look at some of our best wedge sole work boots and some of the stylistic and functional nuances that each boot offers:

Dr. Martens

A boot brand synonymous with fashion forward-thinking, this Boot World favorite features gorgeous oil-tanned leather uppers with a simple stitch pattern that really pops. Combined with a 1" heel, this wedge sole work boot is fully lined with 100% recycled antimicrobial moisture-wicking linings for exceptional breathability and comfort. Don't underestimate the functionality though; this boot was made for working!

This Ledger Steel Toe ESD Work Boot features our Boot World advantage slip-resistant PRO and is approved for optimal slip-resistance on low traction surfaces. If you're interested in combining fashion and style with unmatched safety and superior quality, then this wedge sole work boot is for you.

Georgia

If you're going to be on your feet all day, then comfort is a must in any wedge sole work boot. Georgia is a brand known for including comfort into their safety shoes without surrendering any style or functionality. This high-performance wedge sole work boot is built for hard work and maximum comfort to ensure you're getting a leg up from your boots.

Still wondering if Boot World prioritizes brands with superior craftsmanship? These Georgia work boots have three times the strength of traditional leather for optimum performance. If your needs are dependability driven, these Georgia Wedge Work Boots are exactly what you're looking for.

Timberland

Another style-centric brand, Timberland, has a reputation for being as aesthetically pleasing as they are dependable. Lightweight and lined with antimicrobial wick dry linings, this boot has electrical hazard protection abrasion and oil resistant, and even all-weather slip-resistant. Even in icy conditions, these boots will make sure your footing is secure!

Safety and style have never looked like a better tandem than they do with this pair of wedge sole work boots, leaving you free to seamlessly transition from the office, or job site, to post-work happy hour. With these Timberland PRO Men's Gridworks Soft Toe Work Boots, your work just got easier.

Wolverine

Don't let the name fool you. The only thing fierce about this pair of soft toed wedge wolverine boots is how intensely they protect your foot. Rugged and chic, these Wolverine Loader 6" Soft Toe Wedge Boots are rugged and snug, featuring a flat, slip-resistant polyurethane wedge sole and a cushioned comfort midsole for all day support.

Fashioned with full-grain leather and triple stitched for supreme durability, this wedge sole work boot was meant to keep you comfortable and safe on your toughest days. Wolverine has over 130 years of experience making quality work boots thanks to superior craftsmanship, ensuring that these boots will work as hard as you do!

Carolina

Meet the boot that's built for work and fashioned to last. Boasting a classic wedge sole and a beautiful full-grain leather upper, this work boot is best suited for the kind of big job that requires a long-lasting, versatile work boot. Complete with steel safety toes and heavy-duty lacing for a secure fit, these breathable boots are unlined for superior cooling, making them the perfect choice for summer jobs!

Keep your feet safe, secure, comfortable with this slip resisting Meramec raptor polyurethane outsole that is electrical hazard rated and slip-resistant. Experience the flexibility and comfort of the enhanced arch support and keep your feet happy while on the job.

Keen

If this boot caught your attention, then we feel safe in saying you have a keen eye! The Keen San Jose Work Boot is a highly rated innovative wedge sole work boot that sets the bar for workplace foot safety. This utilitarian work boot is an absolute workhorse that meets or exceeds safety ratings for non-slip standards, oil and chemical resistance, and electrical hazard. The dual-density polyurethane sole of this innovative work boot creates a shock-absorbing effect for all-day, weightless comfort.

This is the boot that perfectly combines functionality and versatility with safety. Complete with beautiful full-grain water-resistant uppers and a lightweight feel, the Keen San Jose wedge sole work boot is the boot that threatens to kick its competition to the curb.


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Irish Setter

Weather stands no chance against this waterproof safety boot. The Irish Setter Wingshooter is the epitome of high-quality craftsmanship featuring a bigger toe cap for an enhanced fit and ULTRADRY™ waterproofing for maximum comfort in even the wettest conditions.

This Irish Setter wedge boot also features a non-metallic toe cap for maximum foot safety without the added weight of steel. With soles that are shock-absorbing, slip-resistant, and heat resistant up to 475 degrees, this is a shoe that will protect your feet from rain or shine.

Avenger

If you're in the business of getting things done, then the avenger is ready to lend a hand...to your feet. This safety toe waterproof work boot is a no-frills day-to-day boot, and what it lacks in the stylistic flair of a Timberland or Dr. Marten makes up for functionality.

The Avenger Wedge is composed of a polyurethane sole to prevent slips and protects against electrical surges. It also features a lightweight, full-grain water-resistant leather upper with double-bound stitching to help keep feet dry. Finally, the carbon nanofiber composite safety caps in the toes, making them airport and security friendly. This boot may be no-frills, but when it comes to superior quality, it's the real deal.

Thorogood

Made in America to withstand the harshest job site conditions, the Thorogood Moc Toe Boot is a work boot that walks the walk and looks damn good doing it! This rugged but lightweight safety boot features a soft toe, perfect for a less extreme work environment. But don't worry, there's a steel-toed version too.

The comfort cushion insole of this wedge sole work boot means all-day comfort, and the cotton drill lined vamp that gives this boot incredible breathability. Electrical hazard rated and backed by the Boot World Pro approval for optimal slip-resistance on low traction surfaces, this wedge sole work boot is the best blend of functionality, safety, and superior style.

Find Your Next Boots

Whatever requirements you, your job, or your feet have, Boot World has the perfect pair of boots for you. Our dedication to superior craftsmanship ensures that every brand we carry will meet your needs and exceed your expectations. Don't settle for a bargain pair of knockoff boots that will let you down in a month. Save yourself the trouble of a good deal gone bad, and visit Boot World for a pair of boots that will make your feet and your wallet happy.

Reviewed By:
Ed Stone

Ed Stone brings over 45 years of footwear knowledge and passion to his role as President of Boot World, a family-owned company and an industry leader in safety and occupational footwear. A second generation "shoe dog” Ed's footwear knowledge is unparalleled, serving as an informal advisor for some of the worlds largest footwear brands including Wolverine, Timberland PRO, and Reebok Works.

A lifelong Southern California resident, and ardent conservationist, Ed enjoys hiking and open water swimming.