For Those Who Protect Our Wilderness
The Modern Firefighter combines the supportive benefits of an alpine hiker with the stringent standards of an NFPA-certified boot. Featuring polishable, full-grain leather and a waterproof Danner Dry lining, it's built for the rigorous demands of wildland firefighting and EMS work — with a replaceable front-entry zipper for quick on-and-off.
Key Features of the Danner Modern Firefighter 8" 18051
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Certified to NFPA 1977:2022 Edition: Meets National Fire Protection Association design and performance requirements for wildland firefighting, including protection from flame, heat, cuts, punctures, slips, abrasion, corrosion, and impact/compression hazards.
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Certified to NFPA 1999:2013 Edition: Meets NFPA requirements for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) footwear, providing resistance to blood-borne pathogens, flame, heat, cuts, punctures, slips, abrasion, and corrosion.
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CSA Z195 Certified: Meets Canadian Standards Association requirements for impact-resistant toe caps, puncture-resistant soles, slip resistance, corrosion resistance, and electrical shock resistance.
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Body Fluid-Borne Pathogen Resistant: Meets or exceeds ASTM F1671-24 for resistance to penetration by bloodborne pathogens, for EMS operations.
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Composite Safety Toe (NMT): Non-metallic, meets ASTM F2413-24 I/C EH PR for impact, compression, electrical hazard, and puncture resistance — won't conduct heat or cold or trigger metal detectors.
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Puncture-Resistant Midsole (PR): A protective plate helps prevent injuries from sharp objects underfoot.
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Waterproof Danner® Dry Liner: A 100% waterproof barrier keeps water out while letting moisture escape, for all-day dry comfort.
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Vibram® S587 Fire & Ice Outsole: Built for oil- and slip-resistant traction over rugged, high-angle terrain, in extreme cold and hot conditions alike.
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Replaceable Front-Entry Zipper: Quickly get in and out of your boots without unlacing.
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851 Last: True to size, athletic and supportive, with ample toe room and a heel shape that locks the heel in place.
A Waterproof, Zip-Entry Alternative to the Wildland Tactical Firefighter
Unlike Danner's Wildland Tactical Firefighter line, which is non-waterproof and lace-up, the Modern Firefighter uses a fully waterproof Danner Dry liner and a replaceable front-entry zipper for fast on-and-off. It also adds CSA certification and a puncture-resistant midsole that the WTF line doesn't carry.
Why Choose the Danner Modern Firefighter 8" 18051?
If you need NFPA- and CSA-certified footwear with waterproof protection and fast zip-entry, this is it. Composite-toe safety, puncture resistance, bloodborne pathogen protection, and the Vibram S587 Fire & Ice outsole come together in a boot built for demanding fire and EMS work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What certifications does this boot carry?
It's certified to NFPA 1977:2022 for wildland firefighting, NFPA 1999:2013 for EMS use, and CSA Z195 for Canadian safety-toe and slip/puncture/electrical-hazard requirements. It also meets ASTM F1671-24 for bloodborne pathogen resistance and ASTM F2413-24 I/C EH PR for the composite toe.
Is this boot waterproof?
Yes. It has a 100% waterproof Danner Dry liner that keeps water out while letting moisture escape.
How is this different from Danner's Wildland Tactical Firefighter boot?
The Modern Firefighter is waterproof and zip-up, while the Wildland Tactical Firefighter is non-waterproof and lace-up. The Modern Firefighter also adds CSA certification and a puncture-resistant midsole not found on the WTF line.
