The Elm CA1825 is an 8" steel-toe unlined logger built for durability — with a steel safety toe, steel shank, and an oil- and slip-resisting one-piece rubber lug outsole for dependable traction.
Key Features of the Carolina CA1825
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Steel Safety Toe — Meets ASTM F2413 I/C for compression and impact protection.
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Black Full-Grain Leather Upper (Unlined) — Rugged leather that breaks in over time.
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Pillow Cushion™ Footbed — Memory-foam cushioning underfoot.
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Electrical Hazard Rated — Up to 18,000 volts at 60Hz for one minute without leakage.
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Steel Shank & Welt Construction — Stable and rebuildable.
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Oil/Slip-Resisting One-Piece Rubber Lug Outsole — Dependable traction and durability.
Logger-Built Durability
A steel safety toe and steel shank deliver protection and underfoot support, while welt construction makes the boot rebuildable rather than disposable.
What Makes It a Logger
The heel and the shank. A raised, tapered heel digs into slopes and catches ladder rungs, the one-piece lug tread bites into soft ground, and the steel shank keeps your arch from collapsing when you're standing on a narrow edge.
Why Choose the CA1825?
A durable, steel-toe unlined logger with a rebuildable welt platform and aggressive traction.
Similar Styles to Consider
Prefer a soft toe in black? The CA8823 is the waterproof soft-toe Elm. Browse all logger boots at Overlook Boots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the CA1825 be resoled?
Yes — welt construction means a cobbler can replace the lug outsole when it wears down, so the boot can be rebuilt rather than replaced. That's a real cost advantage over the life of a logger.
Why choose an unlined boot?
No lining means less weight, more breathability, and leather that molds directly to your foot as it breaks in — the classic choice for warm-weather and three-season logger wear. For winter cold, look to an insulated logger instead.
Is it waterproof?
The CA1825 is unlined leather, built to breathe rather than to seal. Conditioning the upper a few times a year improves its water resistance. For sustained wet, the Elm CA8823 carries Carolina's sealed SCUBALINER™.
How long does break-in take?
Expect a break-in period — unlined full-grain leather with welt construction starts stiff and conforms to your foot with wear, which is part of why these boots fit so well once broken in.
