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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this boot have a safety toe?
No. 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.
