Old-School Looks, New-School Protection
With a bold Crazy Horse finish and classic American Heritage DNA, this 8″ boot blends old-school looks with new-school protection. A steel safety toe guards against impact, while the MAXWear 90™ outsole locks onto uneven ground.
The comfort is real, thanks to a dual-layer system that includes an Ultimate Shock Absorption footbed and Poron® comfort cushion insole. Goodyear welted and USA-built, this boot is designed for workers who don't settle.
Key Features of the Thorogood 804-4398
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Crazy Horse Full-Grain Leather: A rugged, distressed leather that hides scuffs and only looks better with age.
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Steel Safety Toe: Protective toe cap built to ASTM F2413.
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Goodyear Welt Construction: Fully serviceable and resoleable.
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Composite Shank: Flexible support that holds up through long days on your feet.
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MAXWear 90™ Outsole: A distinct heel-flared design for slip resistance and traction on uneven ground.
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Poron® Comfort Cushion Insole + Ultimate Shock Absorption™ Footbed: A dual-layer system that fights fatigue.
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Unlined Interior: Breathes well — ideal for warm-weather or indoor work.
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EH Rated: Non-conductive protection against electrical hazards in dry conditions.
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Made in USA: Built domestically with U.S. and globally sourced components.
Built for Workers Who Don't Settle
This is a boot for uneven, demanding ground — the MAXWear 90™ outsole is designed to lock in and hold traction where a standard sole might slip.
Two Layers of Cushioning
The Ultimate Shock Absorption™ footbed and Poron® comfort cushion insole work together to reduce fatigue from the ground up, even during long days in a steel-toe boot.
Why Choose the Thorogood American Heritage 804-4398?
If you want the rugged look of Crazy Horse leather with steel-toe protection and a distinct MAXWear 90 outsole, this is the pick — built for uneven ground and long days.
Similar Styles to Consider
Prefer tobacco leather? Check out the American Heritage 8″ Tobacco Steel Toe (804-4288). Want a 6″ height instead? Try the American Heritage 6″ Steel Toe MAXWear 90 (804-4375). Don't need the safety toe? See the American Heritage 8″ Crazy Horse Moc Toe (814-4178).
Shop more: Thorogood 8 Inch, Thorogood USA Made, Thorogood Safety Toe, Thorogood Moc Toe
Frequently Asked Questions
What's different about the MAXWear 90 outsole?
It has a distinct heel-flared design built to lock onto uneven ground, giving it a different grip pattern than the MAXWear Wedge outsole used elsewhere in the line.
What safety standard does this boot meet?
The 804-4398 meets ASTM F2413 for safety-toe footwear, and is EH rated for protection against electrical hazards in dry conditions.
Can this boot be resoled?
Yes. Goodyear welt construction means the upper is stitched to the welt rather than glued, so it can be resoled multiple times instead of replaced.
Is the 804-4398 waterproof?
No — it's unlined and built for breathability rather than waterproofing.
