Union-made in our Pennsylvania factory, this men's 8” moc toe wedge work boot is a great all-around work boot.
Classic moc toe construction, an Ortholite® cushioned footbed insert, and a polyurethane wedge outsole deliver out-of-the-box comfort, all built on an all-around Goodyear welt. This style is proudly Made in the USA with global parts.
Key Features of the Carolina CA7002
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Soft Moc Toe — Moccasin-stitched across the front, built without safety toe components.
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Tobacco Leather Upper — Rugged full-grain leather that ages well.
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Ortholite® Removable Insert & EVA Cushioned Insole — Breathable, resilient cushioning that doesn't pack out.
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Electrical Hazard Rated — Tested to withstand up to 18,000 volts at 60Hz for one minute without leakage.
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All-Around Goodyear Welt Construction — Stitched right around the boot; fully resoleable.
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PU Wedge Outsole — Flat wedge tread for hard, finished surfaces.
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Made in the USA with Global Parts — Built in Carolina's Martinsburg, Pennsylvania factory.
Why a Wedge Sole
A wedge puts the whole sole on the ground, spreading your weight with no separate heel to catch on a form edge or a rung. On concrete, decking, and finished floors that's a real advantage — which is why wedges dominate framing, concrete, and warehouse work. On loose dirt or slopes, a lugged heel grips better.
A Welted Wedge, Which Is Rare
Most wedge boots are cemented, so when the sole wears through the boot is finished. This one carries an all-around Goodyear welt: the outsole is stitched the full perimeter and a cobbler can replace it. On a boot you'll wear on concrete every day, that decides how many years you get.
An 8" Shaft on a Wedge
The taller shaft keeps debris out and supports the ankle laterally. Paired with a flat wedge, it's the classic pattern for framing and concrete work — support up top, full contact underfoot.
Why Choose the CA7002?
A resoleable, American-made moc-toe wedge for long days on hard, flat surfaces — for work that doesn't require a safety toe.
Similar Styles to Consider
Need a steel toe? The Roughout Amp CA7568 is the 6" steel-toe wedge. Want a waterproof composite toe on an 8" wedge? The Amped CA7842. Browse the full Carolina collection at Overlook Boots.
Shop more: Carolina Boots, Wedge Sole Work Boots, Moc Toe Work Boots, American Built Boots
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this boot have a safety toe?
The CA7002 is a soft moc-toe boot with no toe cap and no ASTM impact or compression rating, so it won't satisfy a site requirement for protective footwear.
Can the CA7002 be resoled?
Yes, repeatedly. An all-around Goodyear welt stitches the wedge outsole to the upper around the full perimeter, so a cobbler can cut the stitching, replace the sole, and re-stitch it. That's uncommon on a wedge boot.
What is a moc toe, and does it fit differently?
A moccasin-style toe: the upper is stitched in a U-shape across the front rather than seamed at the tip. It gives a rounder, roomier toe box than a standard last, which is much of why moc toes are known for comfort.
Do these need breaking in?
Less than most. The Ortholite® insert and EVA insole give out-of-the-box comfort underfoot, and a wedge has no heel to fight. The leather still softens over the first weeks.
Is the CA7002 EH rated?
Yes. It is Electrical Hazard rated, tested to withstand up to 18,000 volts at 60Hz for one minute without leakage.
How does the CA7002 fit?
It runs true to size — order the size you wear in athletic shoes, and choose Wide if you normally need an EE width. The moc toe gives a rounder, roomier toe box, and the Ortholite insert is removable.
