The Staple Gun CA7570 is the carbon composite toe version of Carolina's 6" waterproof Russet boot — full ASTM protection with no steel in the toe.
Key Features of the Carolina CA7570
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Carbon Composite Fiber Toe Cap — A carbon fiber weave cuts toe-cap weight while meeting ASTM F2413 for impact (I/75) and compression (C/75).
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Signature Russet Leather Upper — Rugged full-leather build.
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Waterproof SCUBALINER™ — Carolina's proprietary waterproof lining system.
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Mesh Lining — Breathable against the foot.
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Removable AG8™ PU Dual-Density Foam Footbed — An update to the AG7, with enhanced arch support.
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EVA Midsole — Lightweight cushioning underfoot.
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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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Leather Welt Construction — Stitched, not bonded; fully resoleable.
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Oil- & Slip-Resisting Rubber Outsole — Traction across wet and oily surfaces.
Why Carbon Fiber Instead of Steel
A carbon fiber weave hits the same ASTM impact and compression thresholds as steel at lower weight, and it doesn't pull cold into the toe box on a winter site. On a boot you'll wear ten hours a day, that weight saving is the difference you feel in the muscles that lift your feet.
A Welt You Can Resole
The leather welt is stitched through the upper and insole, and the outsole is stitched to it. That seam can be cut and re-stitched, so the boot outlives its first sole — unusual at this price, and the main reason to choose a Staple Gun.
Why Choose the CA7570?
Waterproof, EH rated, safety-toe protection without the weight of steel, on a sole you can replace.
Similar Styles to Consider
Don't need a safety toe? The CA7070 is the soft-toe wedge in the same Russet leather. Prefer a darker, acid-resistant upper? See the CA7572. Browse all composite toe boots at Overlook Boots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CA7570 true to size?
Carolina generally runs true to size — order the size you wear in sneakers, unlike Red Wing or Thorogood, which tend to run large. If you're between widths, take the wider one; feet swell over a shift.
Is a carbon composite toe as protective as steel?
Yes. Both meet the same ASTM F2413 impact (I/75) and compression (C/75) thresholds. Carbon composite is lighter and transfers less cold; steel keeps a slightly slimmer profile.
Can it be resoled?
Yes. Leather welt construction stitches the outsole to the upper rather than bonding it, so a cobbler can replace the outsole when the tread wears down.
Is it insulated?
The CA7570 is waterproof and uninsulated, which makes it a comfortable three-season boot. If you need winter warmth, Carolina builds insulated models rated by gram weight.
Does the EH rating still apply when the boots are wet?
Treat it as reduced. EH testing is performed under dry conditions; moisture, damp leather, and worn outsoles all degrade insulation. EH footwear is secondary protection — never a substitute for de-energizing a circuit or using primary PPE.
