Chippewa Valdor 8" Composite Toe Waterproof 400G Insulated Logger Work Boot — Brown — 73238
This boot brings maximum performance, comfort and safety together in one hardworking logger. Its waterproof construction, cushioned orthotic insole and 400g Thinsulate™ team up to keep your feet dry and comfortable, while the composite safety toe delivers the protection and safety you need, day in and day out. With a design influenced by an all-terrain tire tread, our oil- and slip-resisting Tred outsole has an aggressive tread pattern to move debris and features a 90-degree defined heel with ladder locks for better traction when you're working on an incline. This boot meets ASTM F2413 safety footwear standards.
Key Features of the Chippewa Valdor 73238
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Premium Waterproof Full-Grain Leather Upper – a breathable waterproof membrane keeps feet dry in wet conditions.
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400g 3M Thinsulate™ Insulation – lightweight warmth that traps body heat while letting moisture escape.
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Composite Safety Toe – non-metallic impact and compression protection at a fraction of the weight of steel; meets ASTM F2413.
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Electrical Hazard (EH) Rated – secondary protection against open electrical circuits per ASTM F2413 EH.
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Tred Outsole with Ladder Locks – an all-terrain-tire-inspired tread that moves debris, with a 90-degree defined heel for better traction on inclines and ladders; oil- and slip-resistant.
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Metallic Shank – underfoot stability and support.
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Hi-Tech Wave Mesh Lining & Orthotic Insole – breathable comfort and cushioned support.
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Goodyear® PVC Welt Construction – a durable, weather-sealed welt build.
Warm, Dry and Protected
The Valdor 73238 pairs a waterproof membrane and full-grain leather with 400g of 3M Thinsulate™, keeping feet dry and warm through cold, wet outdoor work. A lightweight composite safety toe delivers ASTM F2413 impact and compression protection without the weight or thermal conductivity of steel.
Traction Built for Climbing
The Tred outsole takes its cue from an all-terrain tire, with an aggressive pattern that sheds mud and debris and a 90-degree defined heel with ladder locks — designed to grip when you're working on inclines or moving up and down ladders.
Why Choose the Chippewa Valdor 73238?
For a waterproof, 400g-insulated logger with a lightweight composite toe and a climbing-focused Tred outsole, the Valdor 73238 is a comfortable, protective choice for forestry, lineman and cold, wet outdoor work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of toe does the 73238 have?
A composite safety toe: it meets ASTM F2413 impact and compression standards, is lighter than steel, and is non-metallic so it won't conduct heat or cold.
Is the Valdor 73238 waterproof and insulated?
Yes to both, a waterproof breathable membrane with full-grain leather keeps feet dry, and 400g of 3M Thinsulate™ keeps them warm in cold conditions.
What makes the Tred outsole and ladder locks useful?
The Tred outsole is modeled on an all-terrain tire to move debris, and its 90-degree defined heel with ladder locks gives you better grip when working on inclines or climbing ladders.
How does the 73238 compare to the tan Valdor 73236?
They share the same composite-toe, waterproof, Tred-outsole build; the 73238 adds 400g of Thinsulate™ insulation for cold weather, while the 73236 (tan) is non-insulated for milder conditions.
