Protection, comfort, and flexibility unite in our Women's 5" aluminum broad-toe internal metguard boot.
The internal metguard lets you work with confidence and flexible comfort, while the aluminum safety toe cap provides additional protection on the job.
Key Features of the Carolina CA1428
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Aluminum Safety Toe Cap — A metal cap, lighter than steel; meets ASTM F2413 I-75/C-75 for impact and compression.
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Polyurethane Internal Met Guard — Non-metallic metatarsal protection meeting ASTM F2413 Class Mt75, built beneath the upper.
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Broad Toe — Extra room across the forefoot.
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Full-Grain Brown Leather Upper — Durable leather built for years of service.
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Mesh Lining & Removable EVA Footbed — Breathable, and compatible with aftermarket insoles and orthotics.
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EVA Midsole & Pillow Cushion™ Memory Foam Insole — Lightweight cushioning that conforms to the foot.
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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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Non-Metallic Shank — A composite shank that saves weight and flexes with the foot.
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Cement Construction & Oil/Slip-Resisting Rubber Outsole — Light, flexible, and grippy.
A Met Guard That Isn't Clunky
Met-guard boots have a reputation for being heavy and stiff. The Raleigh answers that with an aluminum toe instead of steel and a flexible polyurethane guard built inside the upper rather than strapped over it — Mt75 protection at a fraction of the usual bulk.
Built for Women's Feet
This is a women's last, not a downsized men's boot. The broad toe adds forefoot room, and the Pillow Cushion™ memory-foam insole over an EVA midsole keeps the boot light through a long shift.
Why Choose the CA1428?
Mt75 metatarsal protection and an ASTM-rated safety toe in a genuinely lightweight women's mid-cut — for material handling, warehouse, and industrial work where a hazard assessment calls for met-rated footwear.
Similar Styles to Consider
Want a fully non-metallic met-guard boot? The Miter EXT CA5586 pairs a composite toe with an external D3O® guard. Browse the full Carolina collection at Overlook Boots.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mt75 mean, and what does the met guard cover?
Mt75 is the ASTM F2413 rating for metatarsal impact protection at 75 foot-pounds — the same energy as an I-75 safety toe, applied to the instep. A toe cap covers your toes and nothing else; the met guard shields the long metatarsal bones across the top of the foot, which is where a rolling or dropped object usually lands.
How does an aluminum toe compare to steel and composite?
All three meet the same I-75/C-75 thresholds. Steel is the thinnest and least expensive, but the heaviest. Aluminum is markedly lighter than steel and nearly as thin, which is why it suits a met-guard boot that's already carrying extra hardware. Composite is the only fully non-metallic option and the warmest in winter, though bulkier at the same rating.
Do I actually need a met guard?
It depends on what's above your feet. Met guards are specified where heavy objects can drop or roll onto the instep — material yards, steel handling, heavy manufacturing. Your site's hazard assessment sets that requirement, and because a guard is rated as part of the finished footwear, it's worth choosing a met-rated model from the start.
Can I use my own orthotics?
Yes. The EVA footbed lifts out and Carolina lists the boot as compatible with aftermarket insoles and orthotics. The CA1428 is EH rated rather than static-dissipative, so there's no SD rating to compromise by swapping the footbed.
What sizes and widths does the Raleigh come in?
Carolina builds it in M and W widths, women's sizes 6 through 11, with half sizes through 9½.
Does the EH rating still apply when the boots are wet?
Treat it as reduced. EH testing is conducted under dry conditions; moisture, worn outsoles, and conductive debris all degrade insulation. EH footwear is secondary protection and never replaces de-energizing a circuit or primary PPE.
