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ACTION PACKED RED WING SHOES ILLUSTRATIONS

When doing my daily blog, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook check up, I found these so nice illustrations at the Twitter account of @OreNo2Che from Japan. As you know I am a great comic fan – what a perfect combination this Red Wing boots inspired Manga drawings. I like the way the iconic RWS styles PECOS, HUNTSMAN, 877, LOGGER and ENGINEER are drawn. Since days I try to find the source of the pics – no chance. It would be great to see the whole pictures, the complete format and not only clippings. But I thought that you would like these clippings as I do. pics | Twitter account @OreNo2Che

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RED WING ENGINEER #2966 | SOMETHING REALLY SPECIAL

Red Wings 2966 ENGINEER is a Red Wing Store special. Red Wing Frankfurt just got some pairs left. It is a non-steel toe transformation of style 968. It is just perfect for the upcoming biker season. Made of Black Klondike leather, which is made from a brown base crust with a black paint finish that gradually wears off to reveal the brown color underneath. It ages beautifully and creates a great vintage look. Here some more special features: The boots have the Wing Label on the inside of the shaft which was used till early 80s | The 2966 has the stamp on the shaft instead of the print on the label. This was how the product information was shown in the Red Wing products till 2003 | The buckle 2966 is a high quality pressed buckle that was used on the steel toe work Engineer till 2000 | 2966 has the RED WING text logo printed on the Right shaft of the boots | The bare back stitch is used and the strap to hold it correctly in place | Brown Base box with Red Wing Label on the Box side is a box style from 1970s. Get your #2966 in-store or at www.redwingfrankfurt.com pics | LTG & Red Wing Heritage

 

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RED WING SHOES NEWS | LAUNCH OF WORK CHUKKA #3148 IN BLACK CHROME LEATHER

Hi guys, RWS news will not end this autumn. Today the WORK CHUKKA #3148 was launched. In 2010 The Red Wing Shoe Company developed the WORK CHUKKA in black just for the Japanese market. The BLACK CHROME leather of the #3148 is also used on this really tough and rugged Red Wing Engineer #2268. The weight of the leather is HHH, what means that it is about 2.2-2.4 mm thick. This the thickest leather Red Wing Heritage uses for their boots. The #3148 is the 5th WORK CHUKKA style.

Something about the history of the WORK CHUKKAS RWS tells us: “Unlike other Red Wing boots, the chukka was designed for lighter, indoor work that includes bending, climbing and kneeling. Their crepe outsoles allowed these indoor workers to stay comfortable, while not scratching floors or making a mess. From the late 1950s and ‘60s, American fashion style became more rough and casual. actual work denim work wear became one of the fashion trends. The casual trend was also had an effect on the work wear and boots. Ankle height work boots and Chukka work boots where developed and introduced to follow this casual trend. At same time The Red Wing Shoe Compagny started to use the cushion crepe wedge sole for several work boots styles. The functional and novel outsole was incorporated in the Chukka that  was a new work boot at the time. The root of current chukka style #850 was also launched around the same time in 1954. The work chukka was worn mainly in lighter work or in the weekends for leisure and light outdoor activitys.”

The black #3148 and all the other CHUKKA styles are available @ RED WING SHOE STORE FRANKFURT online or in-store. pics | Red Wing Heritage

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RED WING HERITAGE WOMEN’S COLLECTION | NEW RELEASE “HARRIET” Style #3390 OF THE “MODERN” LINE

This week, the last style of the new RED WING HERITAGE WOMEN’S COLLECTION the “HARRIET” was released. The style is part of the MODERN LINE I presented at the beginning of lastSeptember. The HARRIET is provided with the No. 110 last which features a slightly tapered round toe for a  comfortable fit and a timeless look. Available in 3 colorways: #3390HARRIET in Cognac Excalibur Leather, #3391 HARRIET in Black Boundary Leather and #3392 HARRIET Mahagony Oro-iginal Leather. Guys, take your Girls to town and check the HARRIET, which is my favorite boot of the MODERN LINE: RED WING FRANKFURT in store and online, the other RWS shops around the world and selected RWS dealer. PICS / Red Wing Heritage

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RED WING HERITAGE WOMEN’S COLLECTION | THE “MODERN” LINE

This is the third product line of the last week launched RED WING HERITAGE WOMEN’S COLLECTION: the “MODERN”line. 2 styles “CLARA” and “LILLIAN” in different colorways were launched, the third named “HARRIET” will come to the stores in October. For me this line is not what RED WING SHOES are for me, but I am sure that a lot of Ladies will love this styles. RED WING about the “MODERN” line: “Both beautiful and  practical, our Modern Collection reinterprets our most classic designs for women. Each style is built on a genuine leather-stacked heel and a three-quarter Goodyear welt and showcases our premium s.b. Foot leathers.” All stacked leather heeled boots of the “MODERN” line got the the No. 110 last, which features a slightly tapered round toe for a comfortable fit and a timeless look. The “CLARA” is available in“ORO LEGACY LEATHER” #3404, “BLACK BOUNDARY LEATHER” #3405 and “AMBER HARNESS LEATHER” 3406; the “LILIAN” features “BEIGE PAMPAS LEATHER“ #3394 and “COGNAC EXCALIBUR LEATHER” #3395.The ”Harriet”, which will be launched in October is also available in 3 color ways – stay tuned. It is interesting to see how these boots will be accepted by the women. Do they prefer the RED WING Classics or the more fashion “Modern” line? You’ll get the RED WING HERITAGE WOMEN’S COLLECTION @ RED WING FRANKFURT in store and online, the other RWS shops around the world and selected RWS dealer. pics | RED WING HERITAGE pics | RED WING HERITAGE

STYLE NO. 3404 | CLARA | ORO LEGACY LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3405 | CLARA | BLACK BOUNDARY LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3406 | CLARA | AMBER HARNESS LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3394 | LILLIAN | BEIGE PAMPAS LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3395 | LILLIAN | COGNAC EXCALIBUR LEATHER

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RED WING HERITAGE WOMEN’S COLLECTION | THE “CORE” LINE

Yes, the “CORE” line is my favorite one! This line is what RED WING means to me, also for women: a perfect adaption of men’s classics for women’s feet. Iconic styles like the Moc Toe #875, the Iron Ranger #8111 and the Engineer #2990 are developed for women’s feet requirements and needs. A perfect idea, knowing a lot of women wearing RED WING SHOES for years anyway. My wife never wailed about heavy or uncomfortable boots, but I know other ladies who did. So, right now they will get the perfect RED WING labeled boot with a perfect fit. This is what RED WING HERITAGE tells us about the “CORE” line: “Since our original Red Wing Heritage collection first started hitting the streets nearly a decade ago, women around the world have proudly worn our boots. The Core Collection features the most popular styles from our current men’s line, deconstructed and completely rebuilt for women, resulting in a boot that is lightweight, way more comfortable, and just as tough.” Something about the last RED WING used. Last No. 105 is based on our original Classic Moc, this is Red Wing’s most iconic style like the mentioned #875. The women’s version has been slimmed down just a bit in the width and toe for a true women’s fit. Sounds good! Last No. 107 is used to give shape to the engineer boots. Based on the men’s #522, it’s a pull on lace that fits true to size. The No. 106 last is based on one of RED WING’s oldest lasts, the 8 last, slightly modified for a better fit and sleeker feel for women. This timeless round toe shape gives the character to many of most popular RED WING boots. You’ll get the RED WING HERITAGE WOMEN’S COLLECTION @ RED WING FRANKFURT in store and online, the other RWS shops around the world and selected RWS dealer. pics | RED WING HERITAGE

STYLE NO. 3374 |  6″ MOC | BEIGE PAMPAS LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3373 | 6″ MOC | BLACK BOUNDARY LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3375 |  MOC ORO | LEGACY LEATHER

 

STYLE NO. 3365 | IRON RANGER | AMBER HARNESS LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3366 | IRON RANGER | BLACK BOUNDARY LEATHER
   
STYLE NO. 3356 | SHORT ENGINEER | ROUGH & TOUGH COPPER LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3354 | SHORT ENGINEER | BLACK BOUNDARY LEATHER

STYLE NO. 3355 |  SHORT ENGINEER | CHARCOAL CHINOOK LEATHER