Hoss Men's Watchman 8" Soft Toe Side Zip Work Boot - Black — 80180
The Hoss Watchman 8" 80180 is a men's soft toe side-zip work boot in full-grain leather and heavy-duty nylon, EH rated under ASTM F2892-18, with a YKK side zipper and a direct-attach outsole.
The Watchman 8" pairs full-grain leather with heavy-duty nylon and adds a padded suede collar, a toe box with extra depth for a roomier feel, and a YKK side zipper for quick on and off. It's a soft toe boot, electrical hazard (EH) rated under ASTM F2892-18. The direct-attach outsole adds flexibility and traction; the 2025 Hoss catalog lists it as slip resistant to ASTM F3445-21, with a fast rebound cushion insole and a polyurethane midsole, at 1 lb 4.7 oz per boot.
Key Features of the Hoss Watchman 80180
- Soft toe with extra toe-box depth
- Electrical hazard (EH), ASTM F2892-18
- Full-grain leather and heavy-duty nylon upper
- Padded suede collar
- YKK side zipper for quick on and off
- Direct-attach outsole for flexibility and traction
- Slip resistant, ASTM F3445-21
- Fast rebound cushion insole and polyurethane midsole
- Lightweight: 1 lb 4.7 oz per boot
YKK Side Zipper
A YKK side zipper makes the 8-inch boot quick to get on and off.
Roomy Toe Box
The soft toe box has extra depth for a roomier feel through the day.
Why Choose the Hoss 80180?
The Hoss 80180 is the pick for jobs that need EH protection in a lightweight 8-inch side-zip boot without a safety toe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of toe does the Hoss Watchman 80180 have?
It's a soft toe boot, built without safety toe components, with extra depth in the toe box.
What sizes and widths does the Hoss 80180 come in?
It comes in Medium, in men's sizes 6 through 18, including half sizes 6.5 through 12.5.
Is the Watchman 8" 80180 waterproof?
Hoss doesn't list a waterproof membrane for this style; the upper is full-grain leather and heavy-duty nylon.
Is the Watchman 80180 electrical hazard rated?
Yes. It's electrical hazard (EH) rated under ASTM F2892-18, which tests the sole to withstand 18,000 volts at 60 Hz for one minute under dry conditions.
Does the Watchman 8" have a side zipper?
Yes. A YKK side zipper makes it quick to get on and off.
How much does the Watchman 80180 weigh?
The 2025 Hoss catalog lists it at 1 lb 4.7 oz per boot.