Classic Looks, Job-Fitted Performance
Enjoy classic looks and quality construction with this re-issued 1957 Series safety toe boot. Rich Briar Pitstop leather makes this Built-in-the-USA boot a smart look with your work uniform or your favorite weekend clothes.
Sturdy Goodyear storm welt construction means worry-free wear for years and easy re-soling over the lifetime you'll own these boots. The MAXWear Wedge™ outsole provides traction on slippery surfaces like mud and grass, and the X-Stream Waterproof™ membrane keeps your feet dry while the removable, memory-foam footbed molds to your foot.
Key Features of the Thorogood 804-3800
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Briar Pitstop Full-Grain Leather: A rich, classic look built in the USA.
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Steel Safety Toe: Protective toe cap built to ASTM F2413 for impact and compression.
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X-Stream Waterproof™ Membrane: Keeps feet dry in wet, muddy conditions.
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Goodyear Storm Welt Construction: Fully serviceable and resoleable, with a raised welt lip that seals out moisture.
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Composite Shank: Flexible support that holds up through long days on your feet, with no steel in it.
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MAXWear Wedge™ Outsole: Slip-resistant traction on mud and grass.
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Memory-Foam Footbed + Ultimate Shock Absorption™: Removable cushioning that molds to your foot.
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Made in USA: Built domestically with U.S. and globally sourced components.
Protection With Classic Style
Steel-toe protection doesn't mean giving up the mid-century good looks the 1957 Series is known for — this boot works the job site and still looks sharp after.
Waterproof Where It Counts
Unlike much of Thorogood's catalog, the 1957 Series is built with a genuine waterproof membrane, so mud and wet grass aren't a problem. The storm welt adds a second line of defense, sealing the seam where the upper meets the sole.
Why Choose the Thorogood 1957 Series 804-3800?
If you want steel-toe protection with real waterproofing and mid-century styling, this is the pick — an 8″ height for extra coverage, and construction built to be resoled for years.
Similar Styles to Consider
Don't need the safety toe? See the 1957 Series 8″ Moc Toe (814-3800). Prefer a 6″ height instead? Try the 1957 Series 6″ Steel Safety Toe (804-3600).
Shop more: Thorogood 8 Inch, Thorogood Waterproof, Thorogood USA Made, Thorogood Safety Toe, Thorogood Moc Toe, Thorogood Wedge
Frequently Asked Questions
What safety standard does the 804-3800 meet?
The steel safety toe meets ASTM F2413 for impact and compression resistance — the standard most jobsites require for protective footwear.
Is this boot actually waterproof?
Yes. It has an X-Stream Waterproof™ membrane built in, designed to keep feet dry in mud and wet grass, and the Goodyear storm welt seals the seam where the upper meets the sole so water has nowhere to wick in.
Can this boot be resoled?
Yes. Goodyear storm welt construction means the upper is stitched to the welt rather than glued, so it can be resoled multiple times instead of replaced.
What is a storm welt, and why does it matter?
A storm welt is a Goodyear welt with a raised lip that folds up against the upper, sealing the stitching line where most boots let water in. On a waterproof boot it is the detail that keeps the membrane from doing all the work.
What does the composite shank do?
It gives the arch flexible, non-metallic support through long shifts, so the only steel in the boot is the toe cap. That keeps the wedge sole flexing naturally where a stiff steel shank would fight it.
How does the 1957 Series fit and break in?
Thorogood builds the 1957 Series on a moc-toe last with a roomy forefoot, and the steel cap does not stretch, so size for room across the toes from day one with a snug heel. The Goodyear welt is stiff out of the box and softens over the first couple of weeks; the removable memory-foam footbed molds to your foot over the same period.
