Chippewa Serious+ 6" Nano Composite Toe Waterproof Metatarsal Guard Puncture-Resistant Lace-Up Work Boot — Brown — 72301
The Serious Plus 6" Waterproof Composite Toe Met Guard Puncture-Resisting work boot is designed for multi-hazard protection so you can focus on the job with confidence. The high-tech nano composite toe and metguard help protect from heavy loads and impact, while the Goodyear® leather welt with puncture-resisting insole board helps prevent the intrusion of sharp objects underfoot. Waterproof leathers and a Dri-Lex® lining provide a comfortable environment inside the boot, and the Vibram® Alpha Plus outsole delivers oil- and heat-resisting durability. This boot meets ASTM F2413 safety footwear standards.
Key Features of the Chippewa Serious+ 72301
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Nano Composite Safety Toe – lightweight, non-metallic impact and compression protection; meets ASTM F2413.
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XRD® Metatarsal Guard – a thermal-plastic-urethane shield that protects the top of your foot; meets ASTM F2413 Mt.
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Puncture-Resistant Midsole – helps stop nails and sharp objects from penetrating underfoot; meets ASTM F2413 PR.
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Waterproof Full-Grain Leather – a breathable waterproof membrane keeps feet dry in wet conditions.
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Electrical Hazard (EH) Rated – secondary protection against open electrical circuits per ASTM F2413 EH.
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Vibram® Alpha Plus Outsole – built for industrial use and high-heat environments; oil-, slip- and heat-resistant.
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Goodyear® Leather Welt Construction – durable and resoleable.
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Metallic Shank & Dri-Lex® Lining – underfoot stability with breathable, moisture-wicking comfort.
Multi-Hazard Protection, Head to Toe
The Serious+ 6" is built for demanding environments, stacking four ASTM F2413 protections into one boot: a nano composite safety toe, an XRD® metatarsal guard over the top of the foot, a puncture-resistant midsole underfoot, and an EH rating for electrical hazards. It's a purpose-built choice for welding, mining, mechanic work and heavy industry — protection similar in function to external met guard boots in a cleaner internal design.
Waterproof and Industrial-Tough
Waterproof full-grain leather and a Dri-Lex® lining keep feet dry and comfortable, while the Vibram® Alpha Plus outsole handles industrial applications and high-heat environments with oil- and slip-resistant grip. A resoleable Goodyear® leather welt means the boot is built to keep going.
Why Choose the Chippewa Serious+ 72301?
For a waterproof 6" work boot that combines a nano composite toe, metatarsal guard, puncture-resistant midsole and EH protection, the Serious+ 72301 delivers serious, multi-hazard coverage for welding, mining and heavy industrial work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the metatarsal guard, and who needs it?
The met guard is an XRD® shield that protects the top of your foot (the metatarsal bones) from falling or rolling objects, meeting ASTM F2413 Mt. It's valuable in welding, mining, foundry and heavy-material work where impact to the upper foot is a real risk.
Is the 72301 puncture-resistant?
Yes, it has a puncture-resistant midsole that meets ASTM F2413 PR, helping stop nails and other sharp objects from penetrating the sole underfoot.
What safety ratings does the Serious+ 72301 carry?
Quite a few: a nano composite safety toe (ASTM F2413), an XRD® metatarsal guard (Mt), a puncture-resistant midsole (PR), an EH rating for electrical hazards, plus waterproof construction and an oil- and slip-resistant Vibram® outsole.
How does the 6" compare to the taller Serious+ boots?
All share the same multi-hazard protection; the 72301 is the lower 6" lace-up, the 72311 is an 8" lace-up, and the 72331 is a 10" pull-on — so you can choose the height and closure that suit your work.
What widths does the Serious+ 72301 come in?
It comes in Medium and Wide, in men's sizes 7 through 14.
What outsole does the Serious+ use?
A Vibram Alpha Plus outsole built for industrial use and high-heat environments — oil-, slip-, and heat-resistant — on resoleable Goodyear leather welt construction.