American Crafted for American Craftsmen
Over ten years after the original Quarry became a staple for workers around the country, Danner brought its manufacturing to the Portland, Oregon factory and made major improvements to comfort and durability along the way. This black colorway pairs the same full-grain leather upper and GORE-TEX waterproofing with the redesigned Vibram Quarry outsole.
Key Features of the Danner Quarry USA 8" Black 17309
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Full-Grain Leather Upper: Leather is put through nine separate tests before selection, for strength and durability on the job.
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Waterproof GORE-TEX® Liner: A 100% waterproof, breathable liner keeps water out while letting sweat and moisture escape.
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Vibram® Quarry Outsole: A 90-degree heel with an oil- and slip-resistant rubber compound and a non-linear lug pattern for traction and debris release.
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Single-Piece Quarry Midsole: An upgraded, solid midsole built for increased longevity over the original Quarry.
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Triple-Stitched Construction: Hyper-strong thread reinforces the boot's toughest stress points.
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610 Last: Danner's most universal last, with a snug heel and ample toe room for a versatile fit across foot shapes.
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Electrical Hazard (EH) Rated: Certified non-conductive soles help protect against electrical shock in dry conditions.
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Stitchdown Construction: A handcrafted, wider platform for stability underfoot — and it can be recrafted to extend the boot's life.
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Made in USA with Imported Components: Finished by hand in Danner's Portland, Oregon factory.
A Cleaner Black Colorway
This colorway swaps the classic brown leather for an all-black upper — same GORE-TEX waterproofing, same Vibram Quarry outsole, same 610 last underneath. It's a straightforward color choice rather than a spec change.
Made in the USA, and Recraftable
Danner sources materials from around the world and finishes each pair by hand in Portland, Oregon — the “Made in USA with imported components” approach that keeps the price reasonable without giving up build quality. Thanks to stitchdown construction, the boot is eligible for part replacement, leather care, and restitching through Danner's recrafting program.
Why Choose the Danner Quarry USA 8" Black 17309?
If you want a genuinely durable, USA-finished work boot in a clean black colorway, this is it. Waterproof GORE-TEX, the redesigned Vibram Quarry outsole, and Danner's recrafting program come together in a boot built to outlast its predecessor.
Similar Styles to Consider
Prefer brown? See the Quarry USA 8" in Brown (17305). Need a protective toe? Browse our other waterproof work boots for alloy-toe Quarry options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the black Quarry the same boot as the brown version?
Yes — same GORE-TEX waterproofing, Vibram Quarry outsole, 610 last, and construction. The only difference is the black upper versus the brown colorway.
Does the black Quarry fit true to size?
It's built on Danner's 610 last, their most universal last, designed to fit a wide range of foot shapes with a snug heel and ample toe room.
Is this a safety-toe boot?
No. This version has a plain toe. For a protective toe, look for an alloy-toe Quarry style.
Can this boot be resoled or recrafted?
Yes. Its stitchdown construction makes it eligible for Danner's recrafting program, including part replacement, leather care, and restitching.
